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St. Michael's Academy
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The school year is winding down and we have one more full week left. Hard to believe another year is coming to a close.
 We are looking forward to our 8th grade graduation next week on Tuesday evening at St. Michael's Cathedral. It is always a pleasure to watch these students accept their diplomas and think back to their younger days here at St. Michael's Academy. They have grown into fine young men and women and I know they will do well in the years to come.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, we will have our Kindergarten closing ceremonies on Friday next week. Even with just a year of kindergarten under their belts, you can see the growth and maturity that has occured over this past year.
Meanwhile, the other students are looking forward to their field days and the end of the school year! The schedule for field days according to grade level can be found below. Thank you to all the parents who have volunteered.
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:
Monday, June 12, 2017 at 9 a.m.
Grade 8 Awards Ceremony
Holy Cross Church
Last Day for Grade 8
Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at 6 p.m.
Grade 8 High Graduation
St. Michael's Cathedral
Tuesday, June 13, 2017
*NO AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM*
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
Field Day
Grades PreK, K and Gr. 1
SMA Campus
Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at 5:30 p.m.
SMA Board Meeting
Friday, June 16, 2017 at 9 a.m.
Kindergarten Closing Ceremonies
Holy Cross Church
Friday, June 16, 2017
Field Day
Grades 5, 6, 7
Nathan Bill Park
Please remember to attend Church as a family.
June 21, 2017
Last Day of School Mass and Awards Ceremony
Noon Dismissal
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Attendance Winners
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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!
Ajahni - Grade KB John - Grade 4A
Shmi - Grade 8B
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Before and After School
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Before and After School Program
Please note that there will be
NO AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM next
Tuesday, June 13th, due to Grade 8 Graduation. If you utilize the after school program, please make alternate plans for your child.
All balances for the Before and/or After School programs must be paid before the last day of school. We will not release report cards until balances are paid.
Thanks you!
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From The Classroom of Mrs. Lofland - Gr. 3
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The Value of Moby Max
I'm sure you have heard your child talk about Moby Max this year.
Different classes have different assignments. I'll admit I am still a little afraid of the computer, and Moby Max was a bit scary at first. Under the guidance of the true third grade computer expert, Mrs. Morrill, we decided to assign Multiplication Practice each evening. I couldn't believe the improvement that students made who were faithful to practicing! It was amazing.
The success the students discovered on Moby Max followed them into math class. I know SMA parents are excited for their students to improve their math and reading skills.
This summer, Moby Max will give our students the opportunity to avoid the achievement gap. Let's prevent that " summer slide!"
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Grade 8
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Grade 8 Class Trip
The 8th grade students finally made their way to High Meadows for their class trip. Having already been postponed from last week due to weather, we aren't sure if this week was much better! It certainly didn't put a damper on the fun though!
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Violin Recital
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Violin Recital
All the hard work that our 2nd graders have been putting in to learning the violin has definitely paid off! What a beautiful recital they put on under the direction of Ms. Rachael from the Community Music School.
Great job!
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Chorus Recital
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Grade 4 Chorus Draws A Standing Ovation
If you run into a 4th grade student and their voice is a little hoarse, it might be because of the amazing choral performance they performed, not once, but twice on Thursday. Under the direction of Ms. Vanessa Ford from The Community Music School, the students performed for an hour in the morning for their grandparents and fellow students and then again in the evening for their parents. They dazzled their audiences and received a standing ovation!
And after their morning performance, they enjoyed some refreshments with their grandparents!
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PreK-4
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Ms. Synan's Students Learn About Ocean Animals!
Today Grayson's mom visited Ms. Synan's Pre-K 4 B students to discuss the theme of ocean animals. She read the students the storybook "The Pout Pout Fish" by Deborah Diesen. Next, the students used watercolors to paint and decorate assorted fish. Lastly, everyone enjoyed a delicious ice cream treat!
Thank you Grayson's mom!!!!
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Grades 6 and 7 Field Trip
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Just In From The Connecticut Science Museum
We just received some photos from the 6th and 7th grade field trip just as we were going to print! Looks like they are having a great time at the Connecticut Science Museum!
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Student Banking
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Saving For The Future
The students who participated in the banking program this year through the Freedom Credit Union enjoyed an ice cream social. Thank you to Freedom Credit Union for providing banking services to our students and for the yummy ice cream!
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Rewards
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Stop and Shop Rewards Program
Wow! Thank you to EVERYONE who shopped at Stop and Shop and helped St. Michael's Academy earn $3,782.97 !!!!
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Parish News
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St. Catherine of Siena
Join us for a fun night of painting and FUNdraising
Friday, June 30th 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Venue: St. Catherine of Siena Parish Center
Location: 1023 Parker St, Springfield, MA 01129, USA
Instructor: MaryBeth Reed
Cost: $35.00 includes all materials to paint a 16x20" canvas to take home!
***Sorry but no Groupons or promo codes will be accepted for this special event.
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Food For Thought
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"Teach us to give and not count the cost. "
-St. Ignatius de Loyola
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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:
Sr. Mary Petisce
Sr. Fran
Christopher Voytan
Mr. and Mrs. Edward Mercure
Katherine Collins
Lynn Gonyeau
Mr. and Mrs. Everon Meadows
Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Sawyer
Pat Newton
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.
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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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