St. Mary's Online Academy (SMOA) is a global online learning platform offered by St. Mary's School, a renowned U.S. private preparatory school located in Medford, Oregon.

Our school started in 1865 in southern Oregon, located on the beautiful west coast of the United States of America. St. Mary's School has grown to provide an authentic American elementary, middle, and high school education to students in China, South Korea, Vietnam, and other parts of the world. Our integrated online courses are taught by an experienced American faculty whose skills and commitment are second to none.

We take pride in the program we deliver to your child! Courses are taught during normal school hours in Asian standard time. Online and offline learning networks are available to students.Live classroom and in-person, on-campus instruction is available.Students choose to attend online learning only or a combined offline/onsite learning environment. Students earn credits and receive transcripts and diplomas from St. Mary's School in Oregon.We offer a strong, professional and experienced bilingual tutoring team available to your student.One-to-one academic guidance and family education consultation is offered to all SMOA students and families. Our program provides a one-stop solution for students and parents interested in international education who want a full range of options and services.

All Credits are issued through St. Mary's Oregon in the US

Grade 9-12

Mr.Richardson has been involved with both international schools based in China and public schools in the United States where he holds a Teaching License for Science in the state of Florida.

Mr. Richardson is a graduate of the University of Central Florida holding dual bachelor of science degrees and a Master’s in Physics. He prides himself on self-improvement and is continuing his education to attain his second master’s degree in applied economics.

In the classroom Mr. Richardson has an energetic style that complements his rigorous instruction well, balancing student engagement and student achievement.

A few personal notes about Mr. Richardson are: he is an accomplished tuba player, he was an engineer before he began teaching, and he loves spicy food.

This on-line course presents an introduction to the field of Astronomy, including the current investigations for life on other planets. Course topics include modern methods of observational astronomy, an overview of the scientific method, age and origin of the Solar System, descriptions of the planets and discussions of the possibility of life on other planets.

This on-line course presents an introduction to the field of Astronomy, including the current investigations for life on other planets. Course topics include modern methods of observational astronomy, an overview of the scientific method, age and origin of the Solar System, descriptions of the planets and discussions of the possibility of life on other planets.