Principal’s Desk News & Information Upcoming Dates School Care News

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Advent is upon us as we are preparing to celebrate the joy of Christmas. The Third Week of Advent represents joy and rejoicing. The pink candle is lit this week and is named, the Shepherd’s Candle. During the third week of Advent we are filled with joy for the near arrival of Jesus on Christmas day. This Sunday is often called “Gaudete Sunday” as we reflect on the joy the shepherd’s felt at the birth of Jesus. This week is a good time to reflect upon the joys in your life, and how you bring joy to others in their lives.

Christmas Concert Information
Thank you for your attendance at the Christmas concerts this past week. The week started off on Tuesday with the fifth through eighth graders sharing their musical talents in a beautiful concert lead by both Mrs. Lewis and Mr. Scudella. On Wednesday morning we were blessed to hear the angelic voices of our little Ledgers in Early Childhood. Thank you Mrs. Matoushek, Mrs. Hill, Mrs. Baitinger and Mrs. O’Hearn for leading this special program to fill our hearts with Jesus’ love. On the evening of Wednesday, kindergarten through fourth grade brought to us a wonderful program as well that was filed with magic and delight. May the joy shared at all of these events be with you through the conclusion of Advent, and journey with you throughout the Christmas season.

Thank you for your continued partnership with SMSA. Together we will create a path for tomorrow’s children to achieve amazing dreams.

Peace Be with You,
Steven Kelnhofer
Elementary Principal, SMSA

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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. K and Mr. Fisher and special guest, receives a certificate with a brief sentence on how they followed The Ledger Way, and a principal’s pen.

This week’s Special Guest was Eamonn O’Keeffe- High School Principal

This week’s Principal Pen award winners are:

Alayna R. (3rd) – Alayna is a very responsible student. She works hard and challenges herself on everything she does. Alayna is also a leader. She leads by example in and out of the classroom.

Oliver B. (3rd) – Oliver is a respectful leader in his words and actions. He is kind to all and always there to help others.

Camille C. (3rd) – Camille is a strong leader within our classroom by the quality of work she produces. She is also very respectful to her peers and teachers.

Piper V. (4th) – Piper consistently shines at the core value of learning. She always puts forth her best effort into all she does.

Josephine S. (4th) – Josephine is a respectful student. She cares about others and makes sure to include everyone.

Lauren K. (4th) – Lauren reveals her faith through being reverent during masses. She is helpful in the classroom to demonstrate community. Lauren is always kind to her classmates, showing great leadership.

Isabella B. (5th) – Isabella comes every day with a positive, hard-working attitude. She is a friend to all classmates.

Eli A. (5th) – Eli takes his faith seriously. He is a positive leader in the classroom. Eli is nice and kind to everyone. Eli is responsible and has his work done on time. He completes great quality work.

Jackson H. (5th) – Jackson always tries his very best on assignments and projects. He shows the value of community by including other students. When working on a project or task, he will be a positive member of the group. He tries to keep everyone moving forward and together.

For over twelve years several SMSA families have sponsored a Christmas Gathering for SMSA teachers, administrators, and staff as a way to show their gratitude.  For many families, the contribution was given in place of individual Christmas gifts, or as an added appreciation.

In previous years, the gathering happened after school but not all SMSA Staff members were able to attend due to other commitments. Instead, this year we will provide a special luncheon that will happen during their school day so that all staff can enjoy.  All staff will each receive a special gift as well.

Please note, this opportunity is optional and offered to any SMSA family that would like to contribute.  We ask each family interested in participating for a minimum donation of $50.

Monetary donations for the special luncheon/gifts will be accepted through Friday, December 22. Please mail your contribution to Andrea Nuss, W4642 Mill Road, Fond du Lac, WI 54937.  Checks may be made payable to Andrea Nuss. If you are interested in paying through Venmo, please send to @Valerie-Everson-4.

Please address questions to Valerie Everson at valerie@eversonandgibbs.com, or to Andrea Nuss at alnuss@charter.net.

Blessings to you during this holiday season!

The elementary and middle school will be sponsoring a movie, popcorn and pajama day on Friday, December 22nd. For a $3.00 donation the students in P3-8th grade will get to watch a film, enjoy a bag of popcorn, and wear pjs (P3-5th) or sweats (6th-8th). Students may bring in their own 20 ounce or less drink from home. All the proceeds from the movie and popcorn afternoon will go to help Lev and his family. All money needs to be turned in to your child’s homeroom teacher by Friday, December 15th. If your family is unable to contribute at this time, your child will still be able to participate. Please read below to learn more about Lev.

Lev Werdin is one year old and was born with Down Syndrome, heart defects, epilepsy, Becker’s muscle dystrophy, severe sleep apnea, lung disease, and severe pulmonary hypertension. Lev has been battling severe pulmonary hypertension in the ICU since January of this year.

Currently, Lev is very ill and remains in the ICU. He’s intubated and medically paralyzed, fighting for his life.

The Werdin family is so grateful that God gave them Lev. He’s one of their biggest blessings! Your support of this project and of Lev is greatly appreciated!

Planning has begun for our annual Ledgerfest fundraising event (our largest and one of the most fun events of the year)! In previous years, we have collected money from each grade level and put together amazing auction baskets that will be in our silent auction.

Follow the link below to donate to your students grade, making this the Best Ledgerfest to date.

Donate

Sold tickets can be returned to SMSA any time before the live drawing on Friday, January 12, 2024.

Please make all checks payable to SMSA. Additional tickets can be picked up at the North, South or Scrip offices at SMSA, or from the following locations in our community: Central Barber, Everson Law Office, Flood Oil Company, Holiday Automotive, Holy Family Catholic Church, Hopper’s Silk Screening & All Star Trophy, Michels Corporation and Twohig Family Dentistry.

Who will be the Grand Prize winner on January 12, 2024, taking home $20,000? Will it be YOU?!

BMR Committee:

Valerie Everson — 920.251.3719
Stephanie Fessler — 920.960.0556
Katie Mathos — 920.979.6757
Lisa Shannon — 920.539.2892
Sasha Smith — 920.517.1693

If your child is in high school or middle school band or chorus, theater, or jazz vocals/band, we’d love for you to join us!

PPA meeting Dates for the 2023-2024 year:
Wednesday, December 20, 2023 Join us for a special Christmas meeting at Table One in the Retlaw Hotel at 6:00 PM

Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Note the change in usual day

Meetings in 2024 will be held at 6 pm in the Lauby Lounge (first floor teacher lounge).

Contact Anne Brunette at 6brunettes@charter.net with any questions about the PPA!

With cold weather here, please remind your child(ren) to stop by the lost and found if they are missing a glove, hat, boot or even their jacket. The lost and found has been a very popular spot this year.

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December 23rd – January 2nd – Christmas Vacation
January 3rd – School resumes

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