Mission Statement:
Saint Mary Magdalene Catholic School is a community that proclaims the gospel by our dedication to quality instruction while fostering our commitment to the needs of others.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Thursday, October 29th, Day 1 - School Mass 9:15am
Friday, October 30th, Day 2 - Wear Halloween Colors (orange, black, fall; no costumes)
Monday, November 2nd - Parent Conferences (no school for students)
Tuesday, November 3rd - Parent Conferences (no school for students)
Wednesday, November 4th - Teacher Work Day/Deep Cleaning Day (no school for students)
Thursday, November 5th, Day 3 - School Mass 9:15am
Friday, November 6th, Day 4 - Picture Day Grades PK3-5,
Virtual Learning Materials Pick Up
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RECORD ABSENCES ON PikMyKid APP
The PikMyKid app is proving to be a valuable tool for us this year. We are asking parents to begin using the app to report all student absences. Please review this instructional video to learn how, https://youtu.be/NYmaVibVnyg.
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IMPORTANT CONFIRMATION INFORMATION
If you have a teen who is in 8th/9th/10th/11th grade, who is currently in or entering year 1 or 2 of Confirmation preparation at StMM in the 2021-22 school year (meaning they would receive the sacrament in Spring 2022), you are required by our parish to attend a Parent Confirmation Workshop. The dates of the workshops are: Wednesday, November 11th; Tuesday, November 17th; and Tuesday, December 1st. Please choose one workshop to attend. All workshops will be held at 7:00pm in the StMM school gym. Masks are required. PLEASE NOTE: Whether or not you attended a workshop in the past 2 years, you need to attend. To see the complete list of Diocesan Guidelines for receiving the sacrament of Confirmation, please visit, http://www.stmm.church/religious-ed/way.cfm.
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VIRTUAL MONARCHS: MATERIALS PICK UP FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6th
Virtual Monarchs, your next virtual materials pick up day will be Friday, November 6th. Please come at the times designated for your grade level. Park in the back of the school building and use the back entrance near the gym/cafeteria.
PK-2nd: 11:30am-12:00pm
3rd-4th: 12:00-12:30pm
5th-6th: 12:30-1:00pm
7th-8th: 1:00-1:30pm
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Don't forget to pre-order your lunch to go! November 6th is everyone's favorite, Taco-in-a-Bag! Email your order directly to Heather Blake by 1:00pm the day before. Let her know what time you are coming and she'll have it ready for you.
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FROM THE CAFETERIA
LUNCH MENU
Friday, October 30th - Quesadillas
Monday, November 2nd - No School
Tuesday, November 3rd - No School
Wednesday, November 4th - No School
Thursday, November 5th - Pizza
Friday, November 6th - Taco-in-a-Bag
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PSO NEWS
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
We can't wait to see all our Monarchs dressed in Halloween or fall colors for a special edition of Spirit Day this Friday, October 30th. Online learners received their Halloween surprise from the PSO at materials pickup last week. In-person students will receive theirs in their classrooms on Friday.
COMING NEXT WEEK!
Be on the lookout next week for a big announcement from the PSO! We can't meet in person to have a Gala or Walkathon, but we have a fun new venture that will last all the way through third and fourth quarters!
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PUBLIX, AMAZON SMILE AND HARRIS TEETER PARTNERSHIPS
Great news! In addition to Amazon Smile and Harris Teeter's Together in Education program, Publix Partners will also donate a portion of purchases to StMM. Please follow these setup instructions and then be sure to enter your phone number at checkout each time you make a purchase at any Publix.
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All the information you need to activate Amazon Smile and Harris Teeter TIE can be found HERE. Sign up for these programs is quick and simple, and there is no cost for you to participate.
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Don't forget, register to support StMM by Monday, November 2nd, send us a photo or screenshot showing that you are signed up, and you will be entered to win a free spirit shirt of your choice! Let's take advantage of these wonderful programs! |
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LAST CALL FOR VETERANS DAY PHOTOS
Please submit photos of your veterans to Magi Wilson by Monday, November 2nd. Photos can be either jpeg or pdf format. If you have submitted photos in past years and want the same photo in the slideshow, there is no need to resend.
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NOVEMBER USED UNIFORM SALE
The next Used Uniform sale will be held on Tuesday, November 10th from 5:00-6:00 pm. Please pay by check and wear a mask. We have pants, sweatshirts, and long-sleeved uniform options for the chilly days ahead.
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ONLINE SPIRIT STORE
Have you checked out our online Spirit Wear Shop lately? Not only do we have spirit t-shirts, we have hoodies, outerwear, hats, gloves, even tumblers and bags! Visit the online Spirit Wear Shop by clicking here.
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StMM CHRISTMAS CARD CONTEST
We would love the help of all StMM students in creating a Christmas card!
The contest starts today, Wednesday, October 28th and ends on Friday, November 6th.
The official guidelines are as follows:
1. Has to reflect Christmas and be religious in nature.
2. Use white 8 1/2 x 11” paper or cardstock.
3. Use bright colors, use dark colors sparingly.
4. In pencil, please write your name, age and your teacher’s name/homeroom on the BACK of the artwork.
5. Do not use glitter, neon, metallics, 3D objects, and abrasive materials like stickers, sandpaper, and sand.
Judges will select one winner from K-3rd grade and one winner from 4th-8th grade. Each winner will receive a $25.00 voucher to the StMM Spirit Store. Virtual students can drop off their artwork at Materials pick up on Friday, November 6th. In person students can put their artwork in the container near the front office. Winners will be announced on Thursday, November 19th. Please email questions to Gina Callaway.
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HALLOWEEN YEARBOOK PHOTO CONTEST
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SEEKING ALUMNI SAINT PHOTOS
Have you noticed we are featuring a Saint of the Day on our social media and in our morning announcements? We would love to have photos of our StMM alumni dressed as saints from our traditional 8th grade wax museum to highlight in these posts. Please send photos to Laura Tomczak. Be sure to include the name of the saint your child is portraying.
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LAST CALL FOR KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SHRIMP BOIL
Knights of Columbus Council 7186 is proud to host a Low Country Shrimp Boil at St. Mary Magdalene. Order now for take out on Friday, October 30th. Each Low Country Boil order will be filled with plump shrimp, sweet corn, smoky kielbasa, and tender potatoes – all with a custom seasoning blend. Kids grilled cheese meals are also available. Of course, all orders come with dessert! Proceeds go the LAMB Foundation, supporting individuals in our community with intellectual disabilities. Order now for take out on Friday, October 30th at: KofCseafoodboil.com.
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