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St. Michael's Academy
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I happened to be in the cafeteria during lunch on Thursday when the first snowflake of the season was spotted. Needless to say, the cafeteria was alive with excitement. Hopefully the next snowfall will
at least wait until after Halloween!
 Next Tuesday, we will celebrate
All Saints Day and Msgr. Joyce will be our celebrant. The students have been busy learning about the saints in preparation for this special day.
Please join us for Mass at 9:30 a.m. at Holy Cross Church if you are able.
During the month of November, we will also feature a different saint every school day during morning prayer and announcements, and in the school lobby. Both the Mass and the daily saint feature are a fun and different way to help the students learn and expand their knowledge about the saints.
Enjoy a restful weekend and we look forward to seeing everyone on Halloween. As a special treat, the students they may wear one Halloween accessory with their uniform.
Principal
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Upcoming Dates To Remember
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Please make note of these important upcoming dates:
Violin every Tuesday
Drumming every Wednesday
Banking every Wednesday
Girls on the Run
Tuesdays and Thursdays
3:30 to 5 p.m.
Monday, October 31, 2016
Students may wear one Halloween accessory with their uniform!
Tuesday, November 1, 2016 - 9:30 a.m.
All Saints Day Mass
Thursday, November 3, 2016 5:30 p.m.
Enrollment Management Committee
Friday, November 4, 2016 at 2:20 p.m.
Walk-a-thon Awards
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From The Classroom of Mrs. Duplessis - Music
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Humming Right Along In Music
All of our Pre-K through 8th grade students are busy preparing for upcoming Masses and the Christmas Pageant. We've been hard at work learning favorites such as "Adeste Fideles," "Angels We Have Heard on High," and "Joy to the World." The students are making great progress already!
In addition to weekly music classes, many students are participating in extra-curricular ensembles: 5th and 6th Grade Honors Recorder and Middle Level Choir. These groups will play a significant role in the Christmas Pageant as well, and we are meeting frequently to prepare. It's going to be a great program - you won't want to miss it!
Although we work on the songs at school, both in music and in the classroom, many students (especially younger children) will benefit from extra practice at home. There is a Music Department YouTube Channel - SMASpringfieldMusic, where all of our Christmas music will be posted in the near future. Please feel free to listen and practice often! Thanks in advance for your help!
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Perfect Attendance
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Good Attendance Pays Off !
Congratulations to our
perfect attendance dress-down winners! In order to qualify for the weekly drawing, a student must have no absences, tardiness or early dismissals the previous week of school. We select one from PreK - 2nd grade, one from 3rd - 5th grade and one from 6th - 8th grade. Congrats to
this week's winners!
Kaitlyn - Grade KB Rafael - Grade 4A
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PreK-4C Halloween Fun
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Jack-o-Lantern Spotted in Ms. Enderlin's Class
It was messy and gooey but it sure was fun! That was the overall sentiment in Ms. Enderlin's class as they transformed an ordinary pumpkin into a Jack-o-Lantern!
Nicely done Pre-K friends!
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Kindergarten Visitors
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Kindergarten Learns About Fire Safey
Our kindergarten students had some guest visitors this week from our firefighter parents. Thank you to Mr. Davis, Mr. Cournoyer and Mr. Hudak for teaching the students about fire safety and answering all their questions. They learned important information about what to do and not do in the case of a fire.
Most of all, the students loved their fireman helmets and the cool pencils! Thank you firefighters for sharing your time with us!
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Girls On The Run
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Girls On The Run At St. Michael's Academy
Have you heard about Girls On The Run at SMA?
Girls on the Run is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential and is free to boldly pursue her dreams.
Our team meets
twice a week and t
he program is taught by certified Girls on the Run coaches who are all volunteers. Through the curriculum, g
irls learn life skills through interactive lessons and running games.
At the end of the season the girls will complete a 5k running event with all other Girls on the Run from Western Mass, this gives them a tangible sense of achievement as well as a framework for setting and achieving life goals.
Learn. Dream. Live. Run.
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Scholastic Book Fair
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The Book Fair Is Coming!
Get Ready To Read! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to St. Michael's Academy beginning on Monday, November 7th through Thursday, November 10th. There will be no school on Tuesday, November 8th due to parent/teacher conferences but the book fair will be open that day so students can browse while their parents attend conferences.
Volunteers Make a Difference! We will need many volunteers to make the book fair happen!
You can see it on their faces - children love to see their parents volunteering at school. A form was sent home with your child that outlines volunteer opportunities or you can volunteer on-line by
clicking here.
Many hands make light work!
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Pope Francis High School News
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Thank You Pope Francis High School
St. Michael's Academy sends out a big thank you to Pope Francis High School for hosting our 8th grade students this week. The class was able to visit the school, participate in a science experiment and have a full school tour with an SMA alumni tour guide. The students were grateful for the opportunity to see the school and ask questions. Pope Francis provided bus transportation and lunch!
Check out the flyer below for dates and information on their upcoming Open House and Placement Testing.
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Staff Openings
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6th-7th Grade Teacher Needed
St. Michael's Academy is currently seeking a long-term substitute teacher in religion and science for our 6th and 7th grade students.
Qualified applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to:
Ms. Ann Dougal, Principal
St. Michael's Academy
153 Eddywood Street
Springfield, MA 01118
Custodian
St. Michael's Academy seeks a full-time custodian, Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Experience preferred. Applications available at the school main office.
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Don't Miss This Opportunity at St. Patrick's
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Emmy nominee Frank Runyeon is coming to
St. Patrick's Church
1900 Allen St., Springfield, MA 01118
Sunday, November 13th at 7:00 pm
Come experience Frank's live performance of "Luke: Stories of Mercy" ending with a brief "Hollywood vs. Faith." He has received national acclaim for his work as a translator and performer of Biblical texts over the past 20 years. Yet, he is probably best known for his many roles on television, such as in his 7-years on "As the World Turns" opposite Meg Ryan. Frank is also a honors graduate of the General Theological Seminary and Princeton University.
Get your tickets early - seating is limited. Tickets will not be available at the door.
Ticket prices: adults - $10; seniors (60 +) $8; student/child (17 or under) $5, suitable for children 7 and older. Enclose a self-addressed envelope, a list of the tickets you wish to purchase, phone number, a check payable to St. Patrick's for the total amount, and mail it to the above address, or come to the Administration Office located behind the church Mon. - Fri. between 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Need more info? Call 413-783-6201.
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Parish News
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Holy Cross Church
221 Plumtree Road, Springfield
Holy Cross Parish invites you to a fundraiser for Maureen Garner, a parishioner who has given so much to so many. Maureen is the mother of Jason and Stephanie Garner, graduates of Holy Cross School.
Maureen is experiencing severe medical issues and needs our help. All proceeds will go to purchase an electric wheelchair and other essentials for Maureen.
Please join us for an Evening of Great Food, Drink, Fun and Music!
- Dinner prepared by Ye Olde Butcher Shoppe
- 50/50 and Chinese Raffles
- Craft Beer and Wine (Cash Bar) provided by Westfield River Brewing Company
Friday, November 11th
5:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m.
St. Michael's Academy Gym
$20 for Adults/ $10 for Children (Under 10)
For tickets, information, or to be a sponsor, please contact:
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St. Catherine of Siena Church
1023 Parker St., Springfield
St. Catherine of Siena Women's Guild will be holding their annual Holiday Craft Fair on Saturday, November 5th from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Parish Center. Handmade crafts, raffles and Chinese auction, gift baskets, kids toy straw booth, baked goods, foods and gift ideas galore!
Always free parking and admission!
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Mary, Mother of Hope Church
84 Page Blvd., Springfield
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Prayer Corner
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St. Michael the Archangel, pray for us!
We pray for all St. Michael's Academy students, families, faculty, and staff, and their special intentions.
Robert Girard
Marguerite Smith
Bill Sullivan
Awilda Oxios
Sr. Christine Lavoie
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Chicklowski
And we pray in a special way for our recently departed:
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.
Please remember to keep Miss Brown in your prayers during this difficult time for her. She will be taking an indefinite medical leave of absence.
Our prayers continue to be with Mr. Rancitelli, who is undergoing treatment for a cancer recurrence. We also ask that you keep
Mrs. Rancitelli in your prayers as well. She recently broke both ankles and her wrist in a bad fall. Each week, a different homeroom sends him cards. If your family would like to send a card, please send it to school with your child, clearly marked for Mr. Rancitelli. His family has set up a blog to write about this experience.
Click here
to read the blog.
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153 Eddywood Street - Springfield, MA 01118
www.smaspringfield.org
413.782.5246 office
413.782.8137 fax
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