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"The Messenger"
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March 17,
, 2017
Vol. IV, No. 28
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St. Michael's Academy
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Despite the fact that we had two snow days this week, we still managed to get a few things done! Right now we are preparing for our Iowa testing over the next two weeks. Please review the test preparation suggestions farther down in this newsletter. Following these guidelines will help the students perform at their best.
Today we celebrated St. Patrick's Day as a school and there was a lot of green to be found. The students had fun wearing their choice of a St. Patrick's Day accessory. Our first graders tried their best to catch a leprechaun but I think the sneaky little guys were in and out of the classrooms without being seen! And Mrs. Senecal's class was treated to some Irish step dancing by some of our very own students!
Enjoy a great 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:
Banking every Wednesday
Registration Materials for 2017-18
Academic Year Have Been Sent Home
*Due back ASAP but NO LATER than March 31st*
Friday, March 17, 2017
**3rd Quarter Progress Reports Sent Home
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Monday, March 20th through Friday, March 31st
Iowa Testing
Grades 3-7
Friday, March 24, 2017 at 2:15 p.m.
Stations of the Cross
Grade 5 Leaders
Please remember to attend Church as a family.
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Words of Wisdom
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"Remember when you leave this earth, you can take with you nothing that you have received only what you have given: A heart enriched by honest service, love, sacrifice and courage."
St. Francis of Assisi
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Before and After School
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No Bills This Week
Because of our two snow days this week, there will be no before and after school bills. The next week statements will reflect a two week total.
Thank you!
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Admissions Info Sessions
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Know An Interested Family?
If you know a family that might be interested in St. Michael's Academy, please encourage them to attend one of our upcoming Admissions Information Sessions. The object of these meetings is simply to share info about our school - there is no pressure or commitment required.
The sessions are scheduled for:
Wednesday, March 22nd at 4 p.m.
Monday, March 27th at 5 p.m.
Tuesday, April 11th at 5 p.m.
Wednesday, April 26th at 9 a.m.
Tuesday, May 2 at 5 p.m.
Thursday, May 11 at 8 a.m.
Wednesday, May 17th at 4 p.m.
Help us spread the word! No pre-registration needed!
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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!
William - 2A Matthew - Grade 3B
Ethan - Grade 6B
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Test Prep
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Iowa Testing
Over the course of the next two weeks we will be doing testing in many of the grades. In order to help your child do their best, here are a few helpful hints to help them prepare:
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Make sure your children have eaten well on test days. Studies suggest that good nutrition is related to improved attention and concentration.
- Help your children by encouraging a good night's rest before exams. Children who are tired will have difficulty focusing on their work.
- Make the morning of test days pleasant. Stress will impair your children's ability to perform their best.
- Remind your children to dress comfortably, perhaps in layers, so that they are able to adjust to the temperature in the room.
- Ensure that your children make it to school on-time so that they do not miss any instructions and are allowed ample time to settle in and relax before the test begins.
- Don't be too anxious about your children's test scores. Although it is important to let them know that the tests should be taken seriously, it is also important not to increase test-taking anxiety.
- Don't underestimate your influence on your children. Taking an interest in what they are doing at school and helping them prepare for tests will certainly have a positive impact on them!
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From The Classroom of Ms. Enderlin - PreK-4
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Learning About Rainbows
The PreK4C students have been preparing for St. Patrick's Day by learning all about rainbows!
We discussed how a rainbow is made when sunlight hits water. The students loved sharing their ideas of when you can see a rainbow. Some of the ideas they came up with were after it rains, playing in a sprinkler in the summer, spraying a hose when the sun is out and when a dog shakes after its bath.
The students have learned what colors are in a rainbow through art projects and centers games and they even learned a song to help them remember the order! The song is from the show Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and goes "Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, don't forget there's purple too! Rainbow colors for me and you!"
The children also told me that
you might find a leprechaun's pot of gold at the end of a rainbow, so they have been on the lookout! We will keep you posted!
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Kindergarten Ice Cream Social
The Kindergarten students enjoyed an ice cream social with their grandparents this week! There were plenty of "yums" and "wows" as everyone created their own works of ice cream art! And let's not forget the musical numbers that the students performed especially for their grandparents!
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St. Patrick's Day
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Wearing of the Green!
A whole lotta green could be seen today at school! Here are a few glimpses of the students!
And we even had Irish Step Dancers in Grade 5!
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Leprechaun Fun
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How To Catch A Leprechaun
If you want to know how to build a leprechaun trap, check in with our 1st graders! The students built some quite amazing traps and set them while they went to lunch. The first grade classrooms were quiet and empty... ready to catch a leprechaun.
Upon returning from lunch, the students anxiously checked their traps. Many had been set off, many had things moved around but alas...there were no leprechauns to be found. There was, however, a leprechaun note left on each trap with some delicious chocolate.
We think you have to get up really early in the morning to catch a leprechaun! To view all of the leprechaun traps,
click here.
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Stations of the Cross
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Thank you to our 6th graders who led us in the Stations of the Cross today. Nicely done students!
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Snow Day Fun
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Having Fun On A Snow Day
Thanks to Mrs. Pooler for sending in some snow day fun photos!
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SchoolsNEXT Update
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St. Michael's Students Attend Conference
This years schools next team had the opportunity to attend presentations by facility planners from throughout the Northeast at the Association For Learning Environments regional conference held this week in Providence, Rhode Island. They interacted with professionals, networked, and gathered information to use in polishing their project before the next level of competition in May.
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Pope Francis Placement Test
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Last Chance!
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Save The Date!
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St. Michael's Academy To Participate In Valley Gives!
Mark your calendars for Valley Gives on May 2nd! This is the first year that St. Michael's Academy will be participating in this Pioneer Valley fundraising event for non-profit agencies and we are hoping our friends and families will support us!
Watch for further details as the date approaches!
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Swim Team
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Springfield Sharks Swim Club
New swimmer try-outs for the Springfield Sharks Swim Club will take place on March 20th and 21st and April 4th through 15th between 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. at Sci-Tech High School. A swim evaluation is required and a bathing suit in necessary.
The Springfield Sharks are a competitive "Park and Recreation" swim team for boys and girls 5-18 years old. It is a family-oriented and parent-run organization.
For more information call/text Jaime at 478-9779. Visit their Facebook page or springfieldsharksswimclub.com.
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Parish News
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St. Catherine of Siena
Save the Date & Your Appetite!
The 4th Annual St. Catherine of Siena Fish Fry is coming on
March 31st from 2-7 p.m. in the Parish Center on 1023 Parker Street.
The meal includes a generous portion of fresh Haddock, French Fries, homemade coleslaw and a drink.
Tickets are $12 for adults and $8 for children 12 and under. Take out is also available. Tickets are available in the Parish Office, after all Masses and a limited amount at the door.
Holy Name
Msgr. David Joyce will offer a reflection on the Year of Mercy and God's loving mercy towards us on Saturday, April 1st.
The mission will begin with a presentation in the church immediately following
the
4:30 p.m.
Mass, supper will follow in the Social Center at approximately
6:15 p.m.
and all will then return to church at
7 p.m.
for the final presentation and a closing prayer.
The cost is $10.00, which includes the soup and sandwich supper and a beverage.
Tickets are on sale this month and can be purchased by contacting Ann Fabrycki at
413-733--5823.
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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:
John Adornato
Mr. and Mrs. Michael McLain
Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lafleur
Josephine Rodriquez
Mr. and Mrs. Jason Assad
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.
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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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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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