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

Dear Parents and Guardians,
We hope this message finds you well and filled with joy. As we navigate through the school year, we are grateful for your ongoing support and partnership in nurturing our children’s growth and learning.

The Epiphany of our Lord was celebrated early this week on January 6th. The Epiphany is a time to reveal our Savior and announce His coming to the world. We often think about the three wise men during the Epiphany. They offered gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. This opportunity gives us time to reflect: What gift will I bring Jesus this year?

January 24th is the conclusion of the first grading period for our Early Childhood Program, including P3, 4K, and Kindergarten. Please expect a narrative report card to come home with your Early Childhood child(ren) on January 27th.

From January 13th to 24th, SMSA second through eighth graders will be taking their winter MAP assessment. SMSA would appreciate all students in school during the MAP testing window. We look forward to seeing the growth of our students and the application of knowledge that has been a work in progress during the first half of the school year. The student data from MAP scores is used in real-time by the classroom teacher. The data informs future instruction by displaying patterns of growth. Learning is rarely a linear line in real-time and is usually more of a spiral of forward movement. The MAP data is also used more broadly to show trends of our SMSA system and is used for future class scheduling as the students mature as learners.

We are looking forward to our ongoing collaboration and celebrating more achievements in the weeks to come. Thank you for your continued partnership with SMSA. Together, we create a path for tomorrow’s children to achieve amazing dreams.

God Bless,
Steven Kelnhofer
Elementary Principal, SMSA

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 attended 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 was Heather Reilley, Director of Pupil Services.

Adalynn H. (P3) – Adalynn is kind, respectful and a wonderful friend! She is a great listener, always engaged in learning and is an excellent example of the Ledger way.
Scarlett L. (P3) – Scarlett is kind to her friends and always willing to help and share with them.
Ember M. (4K) – Ember is a very kind friend who is always helpful to all of her friends in class. She is an excellent role model for other students and a wonderful example of the Ledger way.
Robert W. (4K) – Robert is a sweet and kind boy, with the biggest heart! He gets along with everyone! He is always willing to help a friend in need, especially when someone is sad, he wants to help them feel better!
Violet C. (Kindergarten) – Violet comes to school every day ready to learn. She works hard and is always willing to help her teachers and peers out.
Camden P. (Kindergarten) – Camden is a loving and kind little boy. He loves to help everyone out. He is a great role model in our classroom and loves to share his knowledge and love for learning with everyone. Camden is always one to make great choices!
Anna R. (Kindergarten) – Anna is a very responsible student. She values her learning and loves to ask questions. She is very caring, and she is always the first one to volunteer her help to anyone!
Evee W. (Grade 1) – Evee is a wonderful friend and loving leader within her classroom. She lends a helping hand to anyone that needs it and seldom has an unkind word for anyone. Evee knows that it is okay to ask questions and make mistakes in order to learn, and she is always trying to learn something new. Evee shows the Ledger Core Values every day.
Evelyn M. (Grade 1) – Evelyn truly understands the value of friendship and is a remarkable role model to all of her friends. When you find yourself in need, you can turn to her without hesitation, knowing she will step in with compassion. Her caring nature makes her a wonderful friend, and she always embraces the opportunity to learn and grow, inspiring others to explore new possibilities alongside her.
Makena M. (Grade 1) – Makena has a very kind heart. She has a love for learning and always works hard. She is a leader in the classroom and is a great role model.
Olivia L. (Grade 2) – Olivia is a sweet girl with a beaming smile. She is kind and respectful to everyone. Her excitement for learning is contagious. She is quiet and yet a leader.
Matilda B. (Grade 2) – Matilda is a great example of the Ledger core values. She is respectful to all. She is kind and caring toward her friends. She enjoys learning and is always prepared to do her best. Her actions and words follow the words of God.
Penelope V. (Grade 2) – Poppy is a leader for our class. She is always trying her best, helping others, and eager to learn all she can.

Who will win $20,000 TOMORROW? It could be YOU or someone you know!

All Sold tickets must be returned by noon tomorrow, Friday, January 10, 2025 to be entered to win. Tickets can be sent with your child to school or dropped off at the North, South, or Scrip offices any time before the drawing.

Click here to livestream the drawing at noon tomorrow, or listen live to Sunny 97.7. Thank you for supporting BMR and SMSA!

Valerie Everson

Below are two important resources provided by the Fond du Lac County Health Department with information on Norovirus. With the rise in Norovirus cases in Fond du Lac County and surrounding areas, please read these resources to learn more about Norovirus and ways to clean and disinfect .

Norovirus

Clean-Up and Bleach Disinfect for Norovirus

As SMSA’s winter sports begin, please click on the links below to sign up to help with admission and concession stands at both the boys’ and girls’ home basketball games.

Boys Hoops Sign Up

Girls Hoops Sign Up

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January 26 – February 1, 2025 – Catholic Schools Week

May 28 – Kindergarten – Eighth Grade Mass & 8th grade graduation at Holy Family at 9:00 am

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Extended care registration for the 2025-2026 academic year will open soon, please watch your emails for more information.

Please email extendedcare@smsacademy.org if you have any questions.

Thank you

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