Principal’s Desk News & Information Upcoming Dates High School Counseling

All the excitement and energy of the new school year has arrived! Thank you for trusting SMSA to serve your family, and specifically for the privilege of providing an excellent Catholic education to your children.  

We often say that the Good Lord is our partner on the Ledge. We know that it is only through God’s grace and our mutual care for one another that we can effectively live the Gospel message of faith, hope and love at the Springs. I look forward to deepening our understanding of the highlighted core value of LEADING this year! SMSA is a vibrant community that is fully dedicated to the intellectual, spiritual, personal and physical development of our Ledgers in the best tradition of Catholic schooling. 

Also, please remember to reserve Wednesday, September 9th on your calendar.  That is the date for Back to School Night in the high school only from 6:30 – 8:30pm.  ALL high school parents are invited to meet all the teachers who will serve your children this year. This is not a freshman only event.  The format is a mini schedule of all 8 class periods (A & B Day schedules). You won’t want to miss the overview and tips of your child’s teachers!  In addition, the high school administration will also be sharing information for parents in separate mini-presentations. 

Watch for additional reminder about this important and special opportunity for home and school engagement.  

Finally, I encourage you to bookmark eLedger https://www.smsacademy.org/eledger-issue/high-school/ for easy access. It will provide you with regular and reliable updates EACH and every Thursday during the school year.  

I’m looking forward to a fantastic school year with our Ledgers as they strive to grow in The Ledger Way – as a community of faithful leaders and learners,  who demonstrate respect,  and who take responsibility for personal growth and decisions. We thank God for the many blessings of Catholic education and the opportunity to learn together at St. Mary’s Springs Academy!

Our Lady of the Ledge, pray for us! 

Eamonn O’Keeffe 

Principal, High School

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We received the below letter from Racine St. Catherine’s in preparation for this Saturday’s football game.  PLEASE take some time to read this as there are very specific rules and policies they follow.

A very key piece of information is that they are cashless so tickets can be purchased online in advance, or with a card at the gate.

When: Tuesday, September 8th and Wednesday, September 9th

Go to the office to complete the following steps.
Use the QR code and sign up with a partner. QR codes are on the posters and in the office on the poster. You MUST sign up at the same time if you have a particular person that you want to audition with.

Pick up an audition form from the office and fill it out to bring to your audition time. Partner scenes are also available to choose from and use at your audition. Memorization is not needed.

Tech Crew will pick up a form in the office and fill it out. You will then turn it into the office. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE!

Show dates are November 20th-22nd

This is the last call to reserve your spot on the high school music departments trip to Disney: February 24-28th, 2027. There are a few spots left for a HS Music Student to join in. Reach out to Ms. Pannier with more details: apannier@smsacademy.org.

Are you looking to get more involved at SMSA? Join our Parent Connectors Group! Our group organizes events for our SMSA Families as well as supports our fabulous SMSA Staff throughout the year! If you have a child(ren) in P3 – 5th Grade, you received a volunteer form to fill out. Please fill this out and return it to school. If your youngest child is 6th grade or older, please use this link, https://forms.gle/m5vP4m7FtFcA2qVP8 to fill out the form. We appreciate all of our volunteers! We couldn’t do what we do each year without you! Only one form needs to be filled out per family. If you have been a part of group in the past, please still fill out the form as a new email group gets created each year. All forms are due by Friday, September 4th. If you have any questions, please email Andrea Nuss, alnuss@charter.net. Thank you so much! Have a wonderful school year!

Parent Connectors Volunteer Form 2026-2027

With heading back to school, there too is an opportunity to give back to the community! Particularly The Children’s Museum of FDL has volunteer opportunities throughout the year. If you are looking to volunteer in a fun, upbeat and engaging environment, log on at CMFDL.org>Support>Volunteer and complete the Google form. Events coming up in September, October, November & December!

Please read the below letter from Holy Family about registering for Confirmation preparation.

Please note: Confirmation preparation will take place through the parish, not during classes at SMSA. Be sure to review the information carefully so you do not miss any important details or deadlines.

SMSA Confirmation Letter – 2026

Learn how you can get involved. Contact PPA@smsacademy.org to learn more!

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!!

Did you know? You can Refer-A-Family and receive tuition credit!

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September 7, 2026 – Labor Day – No School

October 1-2, 2026 – In-Service – No School

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