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Elementary (P3-8) & Childcare
Feb 5
We hope this newsletter reaches you in good spirits. As we enter the month of February, we’re thrilled to share some key announcements and celebrations from our school community. Your continued support and partnership are invaluable to us!
Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences
Our next round of Parent/Teacher/Student Conferences was held on Wednesday, February 4th. These meetings were either recommended by teachers or arranged by parents/guardians. Thank you for taking the time to come to SMSA and learn more about successes and challenges as we grow students to maximize their potential and become the best versions of themselves. A special thanks to our Parent Connectors for organizing the snacks for these conferences. The Faculty appreciate your thoughtfulness and the act of kindness.
Valentine’s Day Celebration
Valentine’s Day is coming soon! We’ll celebrate on February 13th in our P3 – Grade 5 classrooms. Our young Ledgers will bring their valentines, smiles, and warm hearts to share with peers and teachers. These simple acts allow reflection on the Heart of Christ. Each day, Jesus pours out His heart for us, calling us into a relationship with Him. Through children giving and receiving tokens of kindness, we see a model of the Heart of Christ. Jesus says, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” Kindness is a small gesture that can significantly impact someone’s day—a beautiful reminder of the Ledger Way.
Please connect with your classroom teacher if you wish to support the Valentine’s parties. Remember, you must be SEE trained to participate in our classrooms in this way. We want to emphasize the importance of our school-family partnership. Your involvement and support are crucial in our students’ education and development. We are grateful for all you do to help us create a nurturing and engaging learning environment.
Grades 6-8 will be celebrating with an assembly lead by a few of our 8th graders. These 8th graders will see their service project come to life that they have put together for their fellow students in grade 6-8.
Did you know we have seven Masses on campus each week? One Mass is held for each grade level, starting in Third grade. Families are always welcome to attend! For more details, please visit the South Hall office or connect with the homeroom teacher of your child.
As we move forward, we eagerly anticipate collaborating and celebrating together. Thank you for your ongoing support in making our school community a wonderful place for our children to learn and grow.
God Bless,
Steven Kelnhofer
Elementary Principal, SMSA
The Principal's Pen
The Principal’s Pen is an opportunity for teachers to recognize students who consistently demonstrate “The Ledger Way” with a focus on faith, learning, respect for leadership, community and responsibility. The students chosen will attend a special breakfast with Mr. Kelnhofer, Mr. Thuerwachter and a special guest. They will also receive a certificate with a brief sentence on how they followed “The Ledger Way,” and a principal’s pen. This week’s special guest speaker is Stacey Akey, System President.
Rose F. (P3) -Rose is kind to her friends & teachers. She is always willing to help others when they need it.
Abram G. (K4) -Abram shows leadership, community, and faith on a daily basis. Abram is always ready to learn and is a hard worker. Abram is a great role model to his classmates! He is kind to all his friends and does a great job of sharing and taking turns. He also participates in daily prayer. We love having Abram in our class!
Bert S. (Kindergarten) -Bert is a very hard-working student. He always comes to school with a smile on his face, ready to learn. Bert is also a wonderful friend that is always willing to lend a helping hand.
Camden P. (Grade 1) -Camden is truly an outstanding student who sets a wonderful example for his peers. It’s heartwarming to see how kind, respectful, and responsible he is in every situation. He consistently goes out of his way to support his friends, showing a genuine willingness to help when needed. Keep shining, Camden; your efforts do not go unnoticed!
Peyton T. (Grade 2) -Peyton is a kind-hearted boy. He is always willing to help others in any way possible. Peyton works cooperatively with others and likes to share his ideas. Peyton’s smile is contagious!
Aryanna R. (Grade 3) -Aryanna is a kind and respectful young lady. She is responsible and always willing to help out in the classroom. She shows leadership by taking her learning seriously and being a role model for others.
100% Tuition Credit Campaign Kick Off
You Are Invited! Ledgerfest 2026 is Gearing Up for a Slam Dunk!
We are bringing all the fun, energy, and team spirit you can handle — it’s sure to be a night full of laughs, cheers, and good times!
Location: FCC (400 University Dr. Fdl)
Time: Doors open at 5:00 pm
Get ready… this event is sure to be a slam dunk!
It’s going to be a night you won’t want to miss!
REMINDER - 2026-2027 Online Registration is Open!
Registration for the 2026-2027 academic school year is open for families with students currently enrolled at SMSA until January 9, 2026. Registration will be completed online through your Family Access account in Skyward. Step-by-step instructions can be found on the website by following the link Online Registration Instructions.
Reminder, Skyward online registration can be completed using your cell phone.
All current families must complete Online Registration for each student.
Log into your Family Access account in Skyward. If you have misplaced your login credentials for Skyward, please email jpoetzel@smsacademy.org.
Online Registration includes information verification regarding your family and student(s). Registration will open for students not currently enrolled in SMSA in January 2026. Early registration will assist in determining class sizes for the 2026-2027 academic year. The registration fee will become part of your 2026-2027 tuition statement.
Current families must complete registration by January 9, 2026.
If you have questions regarding online registration use this link registration@smsacademy.org.
Click these links to access the following:
Youth Baseball Registration 2026
Starting February 1st. Fondy Youth Baseball registration begins on-line at: www.fdlyouthbaseball.com.
Click the link for grade level league information, and registration details. 2026 Fondy Youth Baseball Registration Form
2026 Registration Form (Spanish)
Would you like to get involved at SMSA?
Are you looking to get more involved at SMSA? If so, join our Parent Connectors Group!! We organize events for our SMSA families & show our appreciation towards our amazing SMSA Staff throughout the year!! Please email Andrea Nuss, alnuss@charter.net if you are interested. Thank you so much!!
Refer-A-Family Program - Earn $500 Towards Tuition
February 5 – 6, 2026 – No School – Faculty In-Service
February 18, 2026 – Ash Wednesday (Lent Begins)
March 9-13, 2026 – No School – Spring Break