Stella Maris Academy of Davao

Stella Maris Academy of Davao (SMAD) is a Catholic educational institution dedicated to evangelization and social transformation through integral education that integrates faith with daily life. The school focuses on developing the 'whole person' by promoting Christian values and concepts of personhood, life, and the world. Its vision centers on empowering and uniting youth across regions to foster growth, service, and fraternity. Key activities include organizing regional youth encounters, community outreach programs like the Share-A-Joy Fund Drive for Christmas assistance, and participation in faith-based events such as the Gallery of Saints. The academy also engages in environmental initiatives like tree planting, provides free medical clinics for children, and supports vocational exploration through seminary visits. As a Catholic institution, it emphasizes spiritual development through masses and celebrations of feast days, honoring figures like Saint Candida Maria de Jesus, its foundress.