Principal’s Desk News & Information Upcoming Dates High School Counseling
High School (9-12)
Sep 3
Back To School Night!
The annual Back to School Night in the high school (only) is scheduled from 6:30-8:30pm for next week, September 9th. I recommend parents arrive between 6 – 6:20pm to give ample time to retrieve your schedule for the night (your students schedule). The bell for first period classes will ring at 6:30pm. That commences the mini-schedule and classroom presentations which will meet for approximately 10 minutes for each period.
I want to emphasize that Back to School Night is an evening for all parents and guardians of high school students. The evening is designed for you to meet each of your child’s Semester I teachers in their natural habitat – their classrooms! The full 8 period high school Master Schedule will be run in sequence starting at 6:35 pm and ending at 8:30 pm. Both A & B Day classes will be part of the condensed mini-schedule.
During each mini-session, teachers will introduce themselves, and visitors will hear about course learning targets, classroom expectations, and grading/assessment policies. Administration and school counselors will also be available to provide updates and visit with you. A special student life questionnaire for parents will be shared with those in attendance.
No RSVP is required. All you have to do is arrive on time…we will get you pointed in the right direction! We are hoping for 100% representation from SMSA high school parents/guardians! We look forward to seeing you on Back to School Night on September 4th.
ALL SYSTEM MASS - All are Welcome!
Parents are always invited to join with students and faculty for each All System Mass at Holy Family. Mass always begins at 9am. Our first All System Mass of this school year is this Friday, September 4th.
Our Lady of the Ledge, pray for us!
Eamonn O’Keeffe
Principal, High School
FRIDAY NIGHT UNDER THE LIGHTS!
We are excited to welcome Ledger fans, visiting team fans and guests to the first Varsity Friday Night Football game in our new Athletic Complex!
As we experience our first season in this new space, we appreciate your patience and grace as we continue to work through home-game logistics. Most importantly, we ask for everyone’s help in keeping home games safe and enjoyable for all.
A FEW IMPORTANT SAFETY REMINDERS
- Students should remain inside the gated Athletic Complex throughout the game. Please do not venture to the playgrounds or cross the street to play in surrounding grass areas. These areas are not supervised outside of school hours and have limited lighting after dark.
- The grass area north of the Athletic Complex is private property owned by the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes. Please respect our neighbors and do not enter this area.
- Please leave footballs, Frisbees and other items used for throwing or playing at home. We want to keep walkways and gathering areas safe for everyone.
- We encourage our students and young fans to join us in the stands and help create a fun, spirited Friday night atmosphere!
We are incredibly excited to experience our first Friday night under the lights in our new home. Thank you to our Ledger community and visiting guests for your cooperation, patience and support as we work together to make game night a safe and memorable experience for everyone.
DOT ROAD CLOSURE & DETOUR NOTICE
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!
Auditions for the fall play PUFFS
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
Join Our Parent Connectors Group!
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
Attention Parents and Guardians of 11th and 12th Graders
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
Volunteer Opportunities!
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!
Performing Arts (PPA)
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 Tution!
September 7, 2026 – Labor Day – No School
October 1-2, 2026 – In-Service – No School
Health, Health Sciences, and Human Services Career Experiences at MPTC
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
College Visits
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