AGW 3/7
“Another Great Week” Newsletter from Principal Ferguson
Dear Lancer Families,
We celebrated Ash Wednesday at our weekly school liturgy.
Lent is a 40 day season of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving that begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at sundown on Holy Thursday. It's a period of preparation to celebrate the Lord's Resurrection at Easter. During Lent, we seek the Lord in prayer by reading Sacred Scripture; we serve by giving alms; and we practice self-control through fasting. We are called not only to abstain from luxuries during Lent, but to a true inner conversion of heart as we seek to follow Christ's will more faithfully. We recall the waters of baptism in which we were also baptized into Christ's death, died to sin and evil, and began new life in Christ (taken from USCCB.org).
As you prepare for Christ’s death and resurrection, take time as a family to pray together and deepen your faith experience. As I've shared every year, Matthew Kelly is a wonderful Evangelist. On his website, DynamicCatholic.com, you can find many wonderful resources, short videos, and other information pertaining to our Catholic Faith. Click HERE to view his Ultimate Lenten Journey: Your Spiritual Pilgrimage to Divine Mercy. I hope you enjoy it!
Important Updates:
Road Construction on Gary Ave - We were informed this week by the City of Wheaton of their planned Road Construction Project on Gary Ave north of Harrison Ave and south of Prairie Ave (Entrance to the Wheaton Sports Center). This road closure will most definitely impact families who travel this road as they commute to and from school each day. We have been in contact with Illinois Central Bus Company and are working to see how much revising of the bus routes will impact pick up and drop off times for our students whose buses use this stretch of roadway. We will be in contact with specific families once we have more information.
Regional Science Fair Update - The following students participated in the Regional Science Fair today…Madeline Beyer, Benjamin Carroll, Abby Egan, Reagan Florczak, Quinn Foley, Lucy Jones, Eloise Kalins, Natalie Schumaker, Jimmy Taschetta, and Trent Wiedman. Congrats on their efforts thus far!
Uniform and Handbook Policy Reminders - During our Lenten season students may wear a Spirit Wear shirt with their uniform bottoms on Fridays. No out of Uniform tickets are allowed to be used during Lent as stated on the tickets.
LoveEd (Level II) - Wednesday, March 12th @ 6:30pm we will be hosting LoveEd (Level II) for 7th & 8th Grade Boys and Girls. All details were sent specifically to these families in a previous email.
Basketball Update - Congrats to all our Teams who advanced to the next round of the Basketball Playoffs. Best of luck to our 5A Girls, 7B Girls, and 8B Boys Teams this weekend. To all those who have ended your seasons, thank you for your hard work and dedication to SMPS Basketball this year!
SMPS (Mr. Farmer) Basketball Camps - Please see the flyer for more details about the Annual SMPS Summer Basketball Camps run by Mr. Farmer. The camps are for BOYS and GIRLS entering 4th-8th Grades.
Playground Update - Hopefully you saw this update from SMPO, but in case not…take a look!
A Few Event Highlights (with so many more under “Announcements!”):
Ignatius Book Fair - This year's Annual Book Fair hosted by SMPO will be held on March 9th-14th. Check out Ignatius Book Fairs for more information and to shop your Teacher’s Wishlist.
Fish Fry Season - Don’t forget...it’s FISH FRY SEASON. Our first of 2 Fish Fry’s will be next Friday, March 14th, with the second being held on Friday, April 11th. Mark your calendars and come join us for some great fish, fun, and fellowship!
Lenten Food Drive - A chance to give alms is coming through our Lenten Food Drive. Starting on St. Patrick’s day and running through the week (3/17-21), we will have bins outside the office to collect food for the Glen House Food Pantry. You can make a huge difference for our neighbors in need. Thank you!Make it a GREAT day, Lancers!!!
Adam Ferguson
Principal, St. Michael Parish School
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Click to view the initial calendar for the 2025-2026 school year. This calendar features information about days in session, including breaks and holidays.
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CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND!!! Three of our Lancer Hoops teams are competing for a TCC Championship this weekend! Get there! Get LOUD!
There’s no better way to spend the weekend than cheering on our boys and girls. GO LANCERS!!
THIS WEEKEND
St. Petronille - Girls 7B vs St. Michael - Girls 7th Grade B
CHAMPIONSHIP GAME; SATURDAY, 3/8/2025 @ 9:00 AM
Location - Providence Catholic HS: Providence - Google Map
St. Michael - Boys 8th Grade B2 vs St Francis Xavier Boys 8B
SEMIFINAL GAME; SATURDAY, 3/8/2025 @ 10:00 AM
Location - All Saints: All Saints - Google Map
St. Michael - Girls 5th Grade A vs St isaac Jogues Girls 5A
CHAMPIONSHIP GAME; SATURDAY, 3/8/2025 @ 3:00 PM
Location - St Francis High School: StFrancis - Google Map
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Our 1st Ignatius BOOK FAIR Coming Soon! Mark your calendar: March 10-14
Volunteers needed, sign up HERE!
What makes the Ignatius Book Fair unique/exciting? It offers an incredible selection of Catholic and secular works that inspire, educate, and allow our students to explore the complementary nature of faith and literature.
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Mark your calendars!
FLLYER: Restaurant Night: Savory Crust Gourmet Empanadas
March 11 from 2 - 8 PM
All money raised goes back to the Cashin/Flynn Scholarship Fund -
Parent Speaker Series: Dr. Maniacci - Dealing with Difficult People
Babysitting available!
March 13 from 7-8 PM, Faith Center - 2nd Floor
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Lancer Golfers!!
The Lancer Golf Club is a fun and non-competitive way to introduce the sport of golf to your son or daughter. Please click to read the attached flier for information.
Please reach out to Katie McKenna with any Golf Club questions... kate.mckenna@sbcglobal.net
Here you will find the Team Snap link for registration... 2025 Lancer Golf Club Registration Link
Have fun on the links!
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Vintage Charm Shopping Event
March 20 from 10 AM - 5 PM
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Have you volunteered with SMPO? Are you wondering what to do next? You should join the SMPO Executive Board! We’re currently accepting applications for the 2025-26 school year. Applications are due by Friday, March 21, 2025.
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St. Michael Parent Organization’s
8th Annual Flower & Plant Sale is NOW taking orders!
Spring is around the corner and it is time to think about the flowers around your house. We love to partner with the local non-profit nursery, We Grow Dreams; where their mission is to provide people with disabilities the opportunity to live fulfilling lives by training & working in a supportive, safe & caring environment while serving the community.
Profits will support both the nursery & SMPO sponsored student activities.
Use the Flower Sale Selection/Pricing sheet (attached) to help plan your purchase while you visit the online ordering page.
Place your flower/plant orders online through this convenient Google forms link. All order directions, flower descriptions, pictures & payment information will follow, after you click link below.
Share this link with family & parish members who love gardening & want to support St. Mike’s. https://forms.gle/tAzBq6Mnkr2sdBK19
PRE-ORDERS DUE BY: Wednesday, April 4TH, 2025
FLOWER/PLANT PICK-UP DAY: Thursday, May 8, 2025 at SMPS Door #4 (Wheaton Ave.): 10:30A.M.-1:00 P.M. Flowers need to be picked up by this time so the area is cleared for buses.
Pick-up Day and Volunteer opportunities will be sent again in ea
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Sign up is now open for an incredible after-school art enrichment opportunity:
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Did you know we’re still collecting BOX TOPS? Yes! It’s just gone digital. No more cutting. Now it’s just scanning or uploading a digital receipt. So easy! Every cent counts, so download the app today: https://apps.apple.com/.../box-tops-for.../id1150038564
CALENDAR
COMMUNITY POSTS
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Register for all events at https://www.sfhscollegeprep.org/admissions/visit-st-francis-high-school
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
(4/9) SPARTAN SHOWCASE: Parent Essentials – Introduction to the SFHS Curriculum, co-curricular opportunities and experience, and an overview of our admissions process; April 9, 9:00 a.m.
(4/25) 7TH GRADE NIGHT - All 7th graders are invited to a fun-packed evening at St. Francis High School! - Meet current SFHS students and fellow 7th grade future Spartans - Participate in team-building activities - Compete in the Spartan Amazing Race; April 25, 6:30 p.m.
(5/15) MIDDLE SCHOOL NIGHT: Boys Volleyball – May 15, 6:00 p.m.
SUMMER CAMPS – Summer fun begins at SFHS! Camps are available for students entering grades 1-12, with offerings from Art to Volleyball and everything in between; Select weeks, June & July
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Explore Day 2025, Friday, April 4, promises to be even more exciting this year! This special event will provide 7TH GRADE BOYS AND GIRLS an opportunity to experience a small slice of the Marmion experience. This 2-hour program provides overviews on Marmion’s Spiritual Development, Academic Excellence, and Leadership Development. Information will also be shared about the many athletic and extracurricular opportunities Marmion offers.
Register at www.marmion.org/explore
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This year's performance is The Lightning Thief- The Percy Jackson Musical and is held in the Kuhn Cultural Arts Center on the following days:
7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 13
7:00 p.m. Friday, March 14
7:00 p.m. Saturday, March 15
1:30 p.m. Sunday, March 16
Ticket sales are open and seating is assigned! $10 adults; $8 students/seniors.
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Show Dates:
Friday, March 28, 2025 at 7 PM
Saturday, March 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Saturday, March 29 at 7:00 PM
Sunday, March 30, 2025 at 2 PM$18 in advance / $20 at the door
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Women's Faith Group Presents a Lenten Brunch: Loving Listening--To the Lord & Yourself This special Lenten morning is designed for adult Catholic women seeking a deeper, more peaceful life. The event will begin with Mass, followed by a nourishing brunch and an inspiring & interactive presentation by Jenny Krumdrick, Catholic Inspirational Speaker and Resilience Coach. Jenny will help guide participants in understanding how to quiet distractions, listen to God in prayer, and offer themselves the same compassion that Jesus does.
📅 Date: Saturday, March 15th
⏰ Time: 8:00 am Mass (optional) 9:00 am Brunch & Presentation
📍 Location: St. Michael ChurchThis is a beautiful opportunity to step away from the noise of daily life and refocus on faith, presence, and inner peace. All adult women are welcome—invite a friend and register today! Cost is $25. Please register at stmichaelcommunity.org by March 11.
If you have any special dietary needs, email Gina Carroll sjsginacarroll@yahoo.com.
“Loving Listening: To the Lord & Yourself,” isn’t just a presentation—it’s a pathway to peace. It’s giving busy women like you the tools you desperately need to quiet your mind, trust your intuition, and finally feel the deep connection with God you crave.
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