AGW 9/13
“Another Great Week” Newsletter from Principal Ferguson
Dear Lancer Families,
During the All School Mass on 9/11, Fr. Sunny referenced all the men and women who selflessly gave their lives saving others in the attacks in New York. The whole world was affected by those events and our Nation was never more united. Fr. Sunny then went on to share with the students how important every moment of every day is to all of us. We can take nothing for granted and every moment in our lives is special. We never know when it will be our final moment on this earth, so cherishing the here and now, and being present in every moment, is vitally important. Never miss the chance, when you have it, to say I LOVE YOU and let others know how much they mean to you!
Be the Yellow - The SMPO Speak Series will kick off with Adam Peterson presenting on Be the Yellow…a worldwide movement that challenges others to find the people in their lives who make their day brighter. The presentation will take place on September 17th at 7:00pm in the Faith Center (2nd Floor). Babysitting will be available.
School Pictures - Picture day is Thursday, September 19th. Per the usual, all students will take their school pictures in their school uniforms. 8th Graders will have the opportunity to take graduation pictures later in the school year.
High School Visits - On September 19th, our 7th and 8th Graders will listen to 3 of our local Catholic High Schools (Montini, St. Francis, and Benet) speak about their specific schools, and the benefits they offer to our Jr. High students who are discerning which high school to attend.
Oktoberfest 2024 - Don’t forget to mark your calendars and buy your tickets for this year’s Oktoberfest held by our SMPO next Friday, September 20th, 2024. This is a fun-filled celebration for all our parents to come together for food, beverages and fellowship with fellow school parents.
Make it a GREAT day, Lancers!!!
Adam Ferguson
Principal, St. Michael Parish School
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Join us for this enriching and inspiring event. The St. Michael Parent Organization is hosting Adam Peterson as he shares his BE THE YELLOW message.
When: September 17th
Time: 7-8pm
Where: St. Michael Faith Center
Babysitting is available.
For more information on the BE THE YELLOW movement, visit http://makesomeonesdayyellow.com
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Picture Day is Thursday, September 19, 2024
Your child will receive a picture order form from their teachers this week. If they do not bring this home, please remind them to get a form from their teacher.
REMINDER: Students are to wear their normal uniforms for picture day.
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PRE-PAY Ordering ONLY
Payment must be made online or by phone to complete your order.
Our School Code is 10033801
Prepay Ordering closes at Midnight on September 19, 2024.
Please see this attachment with information on how to order pictures. The same information is also on the order form your child is bringing home.
Please note: If you miss prepaying you will have a chance to order pictures with your child's Ticket Code. When placing an order after Picture Day with a Ticket Code a shipping fee will be added on and picture packages will be shipped directly to the home. Ticket Codes will be delivered with the bulk picture package order approximately three weeks post Picture Day.
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Oktoberfest Celebration!
Dust off your lederhosen and dirndls—it’s time to celebrate Oktoberfest! Come and enjoy a fun-filled, KID-FREE evening with the St. Michael community, traditional German fare, and, of course, plenty of beer! Prost!
When: Friday, September 20th
Time: 7:00 PM
Where: St. Michael’s School Parking Lot
Tickets: $50 per Couple / $25 Single tickets
Purchase Tickets: https://forms.gle/tiKNTptVadYcDjMi7
Oktoberfest Volunteers Needed! Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EA9AF29AAFAC25-51053781-oktoberfest#/
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Click to view Chain-for-Life 2024 info!
It is time once again for our Chain-For-Life event which is being hosted by St. Michael’s Respect Life Ministry in conjunction with local area Christian/Catholic Churches and the National LifeChain organization. We will meet like last time, at the Compass Church parking lot at 520 East Roosevelt Rd, Wheaton, Il 60187, at 2:15 PM on Sunday, October 6, 2024. We will begin with a short prayer as a group and then at 2:30 PM we will line up on both sides of Roosevelt Rd and pray silently until 3:30 PM for the sanctity of life from conception to natural death and specifically for end to abortion here in our State of Illinois, in all states of our country, and in all countries of our world. Signs will be provided.
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We will be hosting "Info Tours" for prospective Preschool and Kindergarten families this October, preceding New Family Registration which opens November 1. Know of anyone who might like to learn more about St. Michael? Feel free to share! Check out the flyer here.
Please Note: Current families considering Kindergarten for 2025-2026 will be invited to an event in November EXCLUSIVELY FOR YOU, with details coming soon... :) All current families who reenroll or enroll a new sibling have FIRST priority! This process occurs through December 15th and ensures current families a spot for both their returning and new students.
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Calling all Cub Scouts!!!
All boys Kindergarten-5th grade (you can start at any level) are welcome to join Cub Scout Pack 134!
We have an awesome year planned with hiking, camping, community service, and of course, the Pinewood Derby! For more information on getting your son involved in having fun and developing leadership skills see the links below:
New scout packet: https://1drv.ms/b/s!AmPMde89h8Pkg5N6G8t6MgU9WGRDZA?e=ZyHnbk
Event calendar: https://1drv.ms/b/s!AmPMde89h8Pkg5QHobdxAkx4oQ0NCQ?e=VLZl31
Please email, call or text if you have any questions:
Andy Andersen - Cubmaster | andrewandersen@gmail.com | 254.613.0238
Chad Predmore - Committee Chair | chadpredmore@gmail.com | 312.815.1234
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Welcome To Queen of Hearts 5.0.
THE JACKPOT IS AT $5,480!
Join us for the weekly drawings on Thursdays at 8:30 p.m. at 302 Wheaton.
We will be selling tickets in the car line next Thursday BEFORE and AFTER school!!!
Have your envelope ready to hand to Adam, Meg or Lisa.
On the outside of the envelope write your last name and your numbers.
6 tickets for $5
If you'd like to get a stamp with your name and phone number, send your info to Meg Orsinger ...cost is $12.00
CALENDAR
COMMUNITY POSTS
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Homecoming 2024 Bonfire & Kickoff Party 9/28, 6-9:30. Click for Details
Register at www.marmion.org/gocadets
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All 8th grade students can register for a practice HSPT at Rosary on 9/29 or 11/2. Learn more.
10/9 - Royal Taste & Tour
10/14 - 8th grade shadow day
11/10; 12/7 & 12/14 -Visit & Entrance Exam
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UPCOMING EVENTS FOR STUDENTS & PARENTS (click to view) –Registration opens September 1, 2024
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
September 18; 6:30 p.m.
November 12; 9:00 a.m.
Volleyball, 9/17
Flag Football & Football, 9/27
Fall Play, 10/3
OPEN HOUSE – Our most comprehensive visit event!
Sunday, October 20; 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday, November 6; 6:30 p.m.
Class of 2029 ENTRANCE EXAM – Must be present for scholarship eligibility and priority admission consideration.
Saturday, December 7; 8:00 a.m.
Register for events at https://www.sfhscollegeprep.org/admissions/visit-st-francis-high-school
St. Francis High School, a co-educational Catholic institution in Wheaton, Illinois, is dedicated to college preparation and has been fostering students' spiritual, academic, physical, and social growth for over 65 years.
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Click to view Turning Wheels flyer.
Turning Wheels is excited about partnering with St. Michael's school to offer on-site speech therapy services during your child's school day!
These services will be billed directly through Turning Wheels either through your family's insurance plan or private pay.
Turning Wheels Pediatric Therapy is a family owned and operated clinic in Wheaton that provides spe
“Friday Night Spikes!”
Let’s rock this! Pack the gym! Cheer loud! Get nuts!
There are four games this weekend… 530p, 630p, 730p and 830p. All four of our 8th grade teams are ready to charge forward with Lancer Pride!
Also… come hungry because there will be pizza!
Lets Go Lancers!
Busy on Friday Night? No worries, there are plenty of games! Here is our full home schedule!
LANCER DASH
Thank you to all who have registered and who have sent donation requests! We are now at 53% of our goal of raising $130,000 for a new playground and so close our next All School Prize! Check your email for ALL the PRIZE details and RUNNING TIMES!
A lot of families haven’t registered yet. Please register here: https://pledgestar.com/stmichaelparish/
Thank you for the donuts for our RAMS athletes! So proud of our Lancers!
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