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

We are pleased to share a new resource that clarifies home-school communication as each family travels through the years with SMSA.  It is appropriate that the different life cycles and levels of learning within a K-12 system require differentiated expectations around home-school communications.  Our hope is that the FAQ format of this new resource will clarify for parents/guardians what to expect from SMSA teachers at the various grade level bands.  Home & School Communication Expectations

Our Lady of the Ledge, pray for us! 

Eamonn O’Keeffe 

Principal, High School

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The Association of Children’s Museums and CMFDL is encouraging all families to participate in Nickelodeon’s Worldwide Day of Play! Kids will experience “BIG FUN”, including a bounce house, face painting, giveaways, raffle prizes, and more! Kids can touch and climb on the Zamboni, fire truck, police car, and more large vehicles. The event will take place in the Museum’s parking lot. All outdoor activities are FREE. Indoor play and activities are FREE with paid admission or membership.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR STUDENT VOLUNTEERS! Email: info@cmfdl.org for volunteer opportunities or complete the Google form at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1f5jCcolnz55BaGFcukWT41jy-zpwIE3Qqb8U5NF0SEg/edit

Saturday, September 19, 2026
8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Marian University – Stayer Center

Description:
Join us for an engaging morning designed for prospective students and their families to experience Marian University firsthand. Enjoy coffee and conversation with alumni, hear from college leadership, take a full campus tour, and explore the programs that interest you through interactive showcases with faculty, students, and alumni. It’s a great opportunity to ask questions, connect with the Marian community, experience programs firsthand, and get a closer look at what your future could look like at Marian University!

Featured programs include:
Radiologic Technology
Nursing
Construction Management
Forensic Science/Criminal Justice
Exercise and Sport Science
Sport and Recreation Management.

Registration period closes Tuesday, September 15, 2026
https://marianuniversity.elluciancrmrecruit.com/Apply/Events/EventDetails?eventId=487f3bae-e49f-f111-8a80-0a31a1f89be9

Please be aware of an upcoming DOT road closure that may impact travel to and from SMSA.

WIS 23 Eastbound will be fully closed from National Avenue to University Drive from September 8 at 6:00 a.m. through September 14 at 6:00 a.m.

Detour: National Avenue → Division Street → Prairie Road → WIS 23 Eastbound

Please plan ahead, allow additional travel time, and follow all posted detour signage. Thank you for your patience and cooperation!

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

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

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

If you have a student in music or theater and are interested in learning more about how to support our fantastic programs at SMSA, please feel free to attend our fun and friendly monthly meetings for the PPA. We meet the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6pm in the conference room outside the Business Office unless there is a conflict with our music/theater programs. All are welcome!

September 16th
October 21st
November 18th
December 9th

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

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When: October 7 , 2026
Time: 8:00-11:30am
Where: MPTC Fond du Lac Campus
235 N National Avenue
Fond du Lac, WI 54935

Click here for more information

Representatives from the following universities will be at SMSA to talk with our students about campus life and the application process. Even if students don’t know if they want to attend a specific college it is a great way for students to familiarize themselves with college life. Sign up sheets will be available in the North Hall Office.

Fall College Rep Visits (more to come)
Ripon College | Tuesday September 8th, 2026 | 9:55 AM-10:35 AM
UW – Madison | Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 11:25 AM-12:05 PM
Iowa State University | Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 | 1:45 PM-2:25 PM
St Olaf College | Monday, October 26, 2026 | 1:45 PM-2:25 PM
UW – Platteville | Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 12:10 PM-12:50 PM

Please click here for more information!

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