“Another Great Week” Newsletter from Principal Ferguson

Dear Lancer Families,

Today, we celebrate the Feast of the Archangels. This morning’s All-School liturgy celebrated the feast of these three archangels who are venerated in the tradition of the Church. Michael (which means “Who is like God?”) was the archangel who fought against Satan and all his evil angels, defending all the friends of God. He is the protector of all humanity from the snares of the devil. Gabriel (which means Strength of God) announced to Zachariah the forthcoming birth of John the Baptist, and to Mary, the birth of Jesus. His greeting to the Virgin, "Hail, full of grace," is one of the most familiar and frequent prayers of the Christian people. Raphael (which means Medicine of God) is the archangel who took care of Tobias on his journey.

The name of the archangel Michael means, in Hebrew, who is like unto God? and he is also known as "the prince of the heavenly host." He is usually pictured as a strong warrior, dressed in armor and wearing sandals. His name appears in Scripture four times, twice in the Book of Daniel, and once each in the Epistle of St. Jude and the Book of Revelation. From Revelation we learn of the battle in heaven, with St. Michael and his angels combatting Lucifer and the other fallen angels (or devils). We invoke St. Michael to help us in our fight against Satan; to rescue souls from Satan, especially at the hour of death; to be the champion of Christians; and to bring souls to judgment.

Adam Ferguson

Principal, St. Michael Parish School

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Friday Night Spikes returns this week!
Let’s rock this! Pack the gym! Cheer loud! Get nuts!
There are four games this weekend…530p, 630p, 730p and 830p.
After a week off, we’re back at it! Our 8th graders are excited to get back out on their home court!
Early or late… girls or boys… these kids have been fantastic on Friday Nights with a nearly undefeated record. Come watch 4 awesome teams!
As always… come hungry because there will be pizza! All pizza sales go towards helping our 8th graders have an awesome
“8th Grade Night’ celebration in a few weeks!
Let’s Go Lancers!
Busy on Friday Night? No worries, there are plenty of games! Here is our full home schedule for the weekend!
FIRST… 213 students won “Donuts with Father Dan” after Mass on 10/4 - Woohoo!!! Teachers will notify…
Top 20 Students that get to slime or pie Mr. Ferguson at 10/27 Pep Rally:
Griffin, Cecilia
Griffin, Lucy
Di Iorio, Gianna
Klima, Annabelle
Tworek, Kadence
Dougherty, Patrick
Wells, Caroline
Weinberg, Madelyn
Dominski, Joey
Lavin, Lydia
Lavin, Quinn
Colucci, Lucia
Dvorak, Luke
DaRosa, Amelia
Virgil, Lillian
Virgil, Lucas
Jusk, Elliana
Jusk, Jaxon “JJ”
Lewis, Graham
Lewis,Teddy
6 Students that will go to Chik-Fil-A on 10/11:
Griffin, Cecilia
Griffin, Lucy
Di Iorio, Gianna
Klima, Annabelle
Tworek, Kadence
Dougherty, Patrick
Class that won the movie night in the gym on 11/3: Mrs.Shannon's Class
CONGRATS! And…THANK YOU! to all! Woohooooooo!!!!
Check your email for more details about ALL the other prizes earned!
Did you know that plastic bread tags cannot be recycled traditionally in our recycling bins? The 7th grade class will again be partnering with SCARCE for this recycling project. SCARCE works with an organization out of Indiana called Danielle Cares for Chairs (click for full .pdf) that recycles bread tags to raise funds for providing wheelchairs and other forms of mobility equipment for those in need. Starting now, please save your bread tags and send them to school with your child. Each homeroom has a collection container in their room. This collection will run through the end of the school year and continue into next school year. Thank you for supporting this awesome cause!
The 7th grade Students and Mrs. Zaremba

CALENDAR

COMMUNITY POSTS

UPCOMING EVENTS FOR STUDENTS & PARENTS (PDF attached) – Registration opens September 1, 2023
SHADOW at SFHS – 7th & 8th grade students see classes with a student host, have lunch, and experience college prep with a Franciscan spirit.
Select days, Monday-Friday
CAMPUS TOURS (Talk & Tour) – Visit for a tour during school hours.
Select days, Monday-Friday
INFORMATION SESSIONS for Prospective Parents
November 14; 6:30 p.m.
MIDDLE SCHOOL NIGHTS
Volleyball, 10/3
Fall Play, 10/12
OPEN HOUSE – Our most comprehensive visit event!
Thursday, October 19 (evening)
Sunday, November 5 (afternoon)
Class of 2028 ENTRANCE EXAM – Must be present for scholarship eligibility and priority admission consideration.
Saturday, December 2; 8:00 a.m.
Register for events here. https://www.sfhscollegeprep.org/admissions/visit-st-francis-high-school
St. Francis High School is a college-preparatory, co-educational Catholic high school located in Wheaton, Illinois and is celebrating more than 65 years of promoting spiritual, academic, physical and social development in students.
MARMION SOCCER Free Clinic for 6th-8th grade boys (Click to View Flyer)
OPEN HOUSE events on 10/18 and 11/5 (Click to View Flyer)
MAKE IT MARMION DAY JUST FOR 8TH GRADE BOYS (Click to View Flyer)
Monday, October 9, 2023 - 9AM to NOON!
8th grade boys are invited to experience Marmion Academy like never before. Explore the campus through a scavenger hunt, compete in trivia, interact with student leaders who will share their Marmion experiences, and discover that Marmion just may be the school you’re looking for. RSVP by Friday, October 6.
*A light breakfast will be served at 8:30AM. The program will end by noon so you can collect your MA swag and enjoy the rest of your day!
Royals on the Rise -8th grade shadow day, Monday, October 9 from 8-11am (view flyer)
Taste of Cross - 1 Mile Fun Run open to students 8th grade and under (view flyer)
Trick or Treat - Saturday, October 28 from 12:30-2:30, open for grades 5th and younger (view flyer)
Come Visit Us - Wednesday, October 25 grades 5th - 8th grade, 5:30-7:30pm (view flyer)
HSPT Practice Test at Rosary Hight School (view flyer)
Dates: Sunday, October 1, 11 am -1:30 pm And/or Saturday, October 28, 8:30 - 11am
Where: ROSARY HIGH SCHOOL
901 N Edgelawn, Aurora, IL 60506
FEE: $25 per TEST
Register: www.rosaryhs.com/practicetest
*Click to view Flyer for Upcoming Events @ Rosary
*Click to view Flyer for Shadow Day registration @ Rosary
Click for info: Future Friar Shadow Days
You are invited! Click to view: Glenbard Parent Series