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Congratulations Students!

We congratulate all of the students who made the honor role this quarter.  Nicely done students!  To view the full list, please click here.

Wow! Health week...what a fun week to be a School Nurse here at SMA! I may have had more fun than the students! We were busy all week learning how to take great care of the beautiful bodies God gave us. I'm not sure who laughed more, preschoolers or I, when I sneezed green glitter germs on my hands during our hand washing demonstration! Then the kindergarteners, Mrs. Cullen, and I were all laughing as we acted out various emotions and discovered our innate "Super Powers" of regulating our own emotions.

Preschoolers through 2nd graders will now have the cleanest teeth in town thanks to Dental Hygienist Missy Brown and our very own PE teachers! First through 4th graders met with EMTs and were even able to tour an ambulance today, Thanks American Medical Response! Afterwards, our 3rd and 4th graders learned relaxation and grounding techniques from our school counselor. They will also have a visit from Springfield Police Department next week!

And, of course, there was the Health Fair for our 5th through 8th graders! What an amazing opportunity for the students to hear from professionals and local organizations in our community. We thank all of those who volunteered and participated, Springfield Fire Department, Drug Enforcement Administration, Gandara Mental Health Center, Springfield College Art Therapy Department, Westfield State College PE Department, Springfield Parks and Recreation, Nicole Chivas (Nutritionist), Heidi Szalai (Exercise Physiologist) from Baystate Medical Center, The Marceau Family, the Deperry Family, and the Accetta Family.

The students learned about the harmful effects of vaping, nicotine, and drugs. They had an opportunity to put on police vests and fire fighter's equipment! They discussed mental health issues and practiced stress reduction techniques. They learned about healthy food selections and the importance of physical activity. They also received ideas for summer fun from the Springfield Parks and Recreation Department and from local boy and girl scout troops.

And, even though I am slightly relieved that the busyness of health week is wrapping up, inside I am filled with excitement of the possibilities for next year's health week!    

 

The First SMA Cornhole Tournament!

Have you put your team together, given it a catchy, fantastic name and registered yet? 

  What are you waiting for?  Get your cornhole team together and

 click here to register!  

Please submit one registration form for each person.

   

"The last degree of love is when He gave Himself to us to be our Food; because He gave Himself to be united with us in every way."

                                - St. Bernardine of Siena

A story of Hope and the Power of Prayer. An 81 minute film for all ages. Our parish has the opportunity to experience the rosary like never before. Power in My Hands, featuring a 13 member all-star cast,  conveys the timeless message of hope and the power of the Rosary  in a way that speaks to the heart of modern viewers. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your life! Find out more about the film at powerinmyhandsthemovie.com.

Don't miss your chance to see, Power in my Hands!

This film has captivated audiences worldwide and inspired people of all ages to encounter Jesus Christ through the rosary. This is a unique opportunity for our parish to come together and share in the beauty and power of this devotion. Join us for this free event and invite a friend!