"Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness but will have the light of life, says the Lord."
Message from the Principal
Dear Families and Friends,

We want to thank all of the families who joined us this week at our Back to School Bash. It was great to see so many familiar faces and to welcome new ones. If your family did not receive a family handbook or calendar, please know that we will be sending those items home with the eldest child in the family. Please take some time to review the 2018-2019 Student-Family handbook, the school calendar, and other information you received this week. We ask that all families read the handbook and sign the verification form and photography release form provided in the back of the handbook. These forms are due to your student’s teacher or to the main office by Friday, August 24th. If you ever have any questions, please let us know.
Mark your calendars for our annual Back to School Night, which is scheduled for Thursday, August 23rd from 6:00-7:00 p.m. This evening is a time for you to learn more about classroom expectations, homework expectations, and other items of note for the year. Our teachers are being asked to hold two informational meetings for parents that night. The first meeting will run from 6:00-6:30 and the second from 6:30-7:00. Junior high parents will meet in the school cafeteria with all junior high teachers during these same time frames. Remember that you can earn one volunteer hour for attending this event.

Remember that our first All School Liturgy will be held on Wednesday, August 15th, as we celebrate the feast of the Assumption. Mass will begin at 10:00 a.m. in St. Michael Church. All are welcome to join us in worship as we kick off this year’s West Deanery Unified Catholic School theme of “Little Ways of Kindness.” Working together, we know we can make this a successful school year!

God Bless,
Mrs. Ramos 
Announcements
Parent Volunteers Needed

As we embark on a new school year, please know that we are looking for parent volunteers to help with various tasks, including morning drop-off (7:00-7:45 a.m.), recess duty (12:00-1:10 p.m.), and afternoon dismissal (2:00-3:00 p.m.). All volunteers must have completed the required Archdiocesan Safe and Sacred training before participating in any volunteer activities. To complete your Safe and Sacred training, please click here . If interested in volunteering, please contact Mrs. Ramos.
After Care Workers Needed

St. Michael-St. Gabriel is looking for two adults to work in its After Care program from 3:00-6:00 p.m. one to two times a week. All workers must have completed the required Archdiocesan Safe and Sacred training and submit required paperwork. To complete your Safe and Sacred training, please click here . If interested in working our After Care, please contact Mrs. Ramos .
Eighth Grade Electronic Devices

Once again we will be allowing our eighth grade students to bring in and use their own computer devices to take notes and work on assignments for their classes. With more and more of our students taking high school classes both at St. Michael-St. Gabriel and at Cardinal Ritter High School, we see a greater need to acclimate our students to the 1 to 1 technology environment they will experience in high school. Therefore, eighth grade students will be allowed to bring in their own computer devices (tablets, iPads, netbooks, or laptops) to use in class. Cell phones cannot be used as their computer devices in class. In August, students and parents will be required to sign an Acceptable Use Policy in order to use our internet and their devices, as there will be specific guidelines students will need to follow. A copy of this policy must be on file before a student is allowed to bring in his or her device. Students will also be responsible for the devices they bring. The school will not assume any responsibility for lost or broken devices.  
CYO Cross Country

Registration for CYO Cross Country is open! The cost is $40 and all runners must have a physical turned in before practice begins. Parents, if you are interested in volunteer coaching this season, please let Mr. Powers know ASAP. Register here .
CYO Football

Any Junior High boys interested in playing CYO football for St. Michael-St. Gabriel, please contact Mike Cmehil .
Box Tops Collection

Remember to save your Box Tops and bring them in to help support St. Michael-St. Gabriel.
Trash Bag Order Forms

To place your order for trash bags and help support the 8th grade class, please complete this order form and return it to the main office, or call us at  317-926-0516 .