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St. Michael's Academy
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Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a peaceful holiday.
It has been a short week here at St. Michael's Academy and somewhat quiet. The students are getting back into learning as we all get back into our routines.
 Today our teachers took time to reflect on simple living at our annual retreat at the Holy Family Retreat Center in Hartford, Connecticut. Living simply in an age of stress, distraction and technology is difficult. When we practice simple living, we can discover the true freedom and joy that is at the heart of Jesus's teaching.
Next week we will start gearing up for Catholic Schools Week which will be held January 29th through February 4th. As in years past, the week will hold many fun and exciting activities that cele rate our Catholic school.for both students and families.
On Sunday, January 29th we will start the week with our annual Open House beginning at noon. There will be a special presentation for prospective students and their families at noon and the full school open house will continue until 2 p.m. This year we are excited to introduce our Family Heritage Celebration.
Please refer to the details listed below for individual events. We hope you will be able to join us!
Enjoy a nice weekend.
Peace,
Ann E. Dougal
Principal
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Upcoming Dates To Remember
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Please make note of these important upcoming dates:
Violin every Tuesday
Banking every Wednesday
Thursday, January 12, 2017
Grade 3 Field Trip
Springfield Museums
Saturday, January 14, 2017 from 9 a.m. to noon
Uniform Exchange
SMA Cafeteria
Please remember to attend Church as a family.
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Mark Your Calendar
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OPEN HOUSE
Sunday, Janaury 29th - Noon to 2 p.m.
Mark your calendars now for our annual Open House celebration. The school will be alive with activity as we showcase our many heritages of our school families. We will also have our 8th grade SchoolsNEXT projects on display and the winners will be announced at 1:45 p.m.
Know anyone considering St. Michael's Academy? There will be a special presentation for prospective families at noon in the gymnasium. Encourage them to attend!
Thank you to all the families who have volunteered to participate! We are looking forward to the fun.
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Inclement Weather
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In the event of inclement weather, St. Michael's Academy follows the Springfield Public Schools cancellation notices (due to bus transportation). If Springfield Public Schools cancel school - we cancel school, if they delay school - we delay school. Please check your local television stations for announcements.
We will do our best to send out a Blackboard Connect announcement to our families as well.
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From The Classroom of Mr. Buildrini - Grade 8
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Grade 8 Happenings
First of all, I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to the Faculty, Administration, Parents, and Students for all of their cards and letters, wishing me only good things during my recovery period this past month. It's always nice to know that you are missed.
In a very short time, we will be beginning the casting and rehearsals for the Grade 8 presentation of the Living Stations of the Cross, or Passion Play, which will take place on
April 12th.
Student participation in this very beautiful play has always been strictly voluntary. The students are provided with a description and brief history of each of the characters in the Passion Play. Then, each student who wishes to participate provides me with their first, second, and third choices for the roles they wish to portray. I'm happy to say that, historically, most students have been able to portray their first choice.
As you know, the Living Stations of the Cross has become a St. Michael's Academy tradition, and one of which we are extremely proud. Each year since the establishment of St. Michael's Academy, our Grade 8 students have always "risen to the occasion" and performed this truly beautiful spiritual presentation both admirably and reverently. So, please reserve
April 12th. We look forward to seeing you for this memorable event.
Finally, on behalf of our entire St. Michael's Academy Family, I would like to express our most sincere wishes for a healthy, prosperous, and blessed New Year.
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Family Heritage Celebration
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SMA Family Heritage Celebration Update!
 Our celebration is approaching quickly!
January 29th 12 pm - 2 pm Catholic Schools Week Open House
A letter will go home to the families that responded on Friday, January 13th. This letter will have information about where "your country" will meet, when to bring artifacts and food samples, and other activities that will be part of the celebration.
Thank you for your support! Over 100 families have agreed to participate!
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Feast of The Epiphany
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School Mass
Thank you to Fr. David Darcy from Holy Cross Church for celebrating Mass with us on Thursday and to
Deacon Kevin McCarthy from Blessed Sacrament Church for a wonderful homily. Our 8th grade also did a fabulous job as readers!
And a second thank you to Deacon McCarthy for sharing his experiences while working with Maryknoll Missions with our students in grades 6, 7 and 8.
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Calendar Raffle
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Getting Ready To Win Some $$ !!
 Are you ready to win a few dollars? It's easy - just buy a St. Michael's Academy Raffle Calendar and you might be a lucky winner! Look for the annual calendar raffle info that was sent home yesterday with your child. For a small $10 investment, you could win as much as $500!!!
And any
family that sells 5 calendars will receive a dress-down day! Go for it!
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Pasta Supper
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Pasta Supper!
Get your tickets and bring your appetite to the annual St. Michael's Academy Pasta Supper! For just $5 for adults and $3 for children, you can grab a great pasta dinner and socialize with friends. And children under 3 eat free!
While you are there, grab some raffle tickets for our fantastic gift baskets and find out if you are a winner in the calendar raffle! It's a night filled with fun and excitement!
In order to make the supper happen, we need lots of volunteers in a variety of areas. Misplace that volunteer form?
Click here to download another.
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Basket Raffle
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Ten Gift Baskets Everyone Would Love To Win !
Check those backpacks for information on your child's grade-specific gift baskets! These are the baskets that are raffled off during Catholic Schools Week and there is not one in the bunch that you wouldn't want to win. We are asking families to donate one item per student to include in the basket. Don't have time to shop? No worries - send in a few dollars and we'll do the shopping for you!
We are also looking for one parent per grade level to coordinate the donations and create the basket. Show off your creative flair and volunteer!
Can't put your hands on the form? Need further details? Click here to download a grade-specific form.
Just a reminder....the basket and calendar raffles are just one of only two fund-raising activities that St. Michael's Academy does throughout the entire school year. We appreciate your support!!
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Uniform Exchange
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Time For Some Different Uniforms?
Are those uniforms getting a little snug or a little short? Well this is your chance to pick up a bargain. On Saturday, January 14th from 9 a.m. to noon, our semi-annual uniform exchange will take place in the cafeteria.
This is a great opportunity to grab some bargains on "gently used" uniforms. AND if you bring in an item, you will receive an additional discount on already discounted items! How can you go wrong?
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Lost And Found
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Are You Looking To Find Something Lost?
Have you lost something recently? Time to check the lost and found bin located outside the cafeteria entrance. The bin is currently overflowing with items that would love to be returned to their rightful owner.
And while we are speaking of student belongings...remember to write your child's name on their belongings. Sure cuts down on the items in the bin.
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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.
Mr. and Mrs. David Avezzie
Rosemarie Lariviere
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Murphy
And we pray in a special way for all of 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. 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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St. Michael's Academy
153 Eddywood Street - Springfield, MA 01118
www.smaspringfield.org
413.782.5246 office
413.782.8137 fax
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