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

Dear Parents/Guardians,
On May 20th we had the wonderful experience to have our very own Principal for the day, Easton Gross in Kindergarten, be the leader of the Elementary school. Mr. Easton Gross had a full day including meeting with the Enrollment Director, leading the Principal’s Pen breakfast with the MS students, observed trout in the HS school, had a wonderful lunch with Mr. K, check into some classrooms, worked in the Principal’ office, sat in the Principal’s chair and play with his friends. Mr. Easton Gross is a fun Principal filled with positive curiosity and asks great questions to move learning forward. His infectious personality created a wonderful day together. Thank you, Mr. Gross for a great day!

The end of the school year is quickly approaching. On May 24th we will be celebrating our school year with a Kindergarten through 8th grade Mass at Holy Family. After Mass we will be celebrating our 8th graders with a graduation ceremony. The eighth grade students will be highlighted as student leaders and transition the Ledgers Way core values to the current seventh graders. The eighth graders will get to celebrate with the the entire SMSA Elementary School. Included in the celebration will be a Ledger Way Candle Ceremony, hearing from a few of the eighth graders and a presentation of the eighth grade diplomas. This will be the last day of school for our eighth grade class.

The following week we will be hosting Field Days for grades Kindergarten through Grade 7 on May 28th and 29th. Please look for a communication from the homeroom teachers for more information. Our last full day of school will be May 29th. After School Care is planning staffing for May 29th. Please sign up for Afterschool Care if you are planning on using this service on the last day of school so we can be prepared. Thank you.

The second P3 – Grade 8 SMSA Student Showcase took place on May 15th. Thank you for your participation and partnership. It was awesome to see and feel all the excitement in the building as students shared what they have accomplished and how they have grown throughout this year.

Thank you for all your support and partnership as we transition to May at 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 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 Principal Pen award winners are:

Charlie R. (6th grade)- Charlie is extremely respectful and always ready to learn. He is a leader at SMSA by always trying his best and leading by example. He is always prepared for math and science and always on time. Charlie is great at participating in class discussions and sharing his ideas. He is a very responsible student. Our SMSA community is lucky to have Charlie!

Bernadette B. (6th grade) – Bernadette embodies the epitome of a well- rounded student, embracing the Ledger Way diligently every single day. With her myriad contributions, she enriches the classroom environment and is undeniably a cherished presence. Her depth of faith transcend her years, a remarkable aspect of her character.

Dorothy S. (6th grade) – Dorothy truly embodies the core values of SMSA. She’s deeply committed to both her faith and her studies. She demonstrates respect, responsibility, and leadership in all her endeavors. Dottie has a talent for involving everyone in the community and creating a welcoming environment.

Lilia R. (7th grade) – Lilia is exemplary with her faith because she is willing to serve or take another role in chapel mass time. She is a learner because she strives to do well on her work. She is respectful all the time.

Lucy H. (7th grade) – Lucy is a wonderful student and person. I always see her upholding our core values at SMSA. Lucy tries her best at everything she does. She is kind to all, a leader to her peers and very respectful to everyone. I am impressed with her on a daily basis.

Keira C. ( 7th grade) – Keira follows the Ledger Way through demonstrating the Ledger Core Values of Community and Leadership. She is a quiet, yet respectful member of her class who volunteers to help out in the classroom sometimes without being asked. It is great to have you in class, Keira!

Calvin B. (8th grade) – Calvin consistently demonstrates respect and leadership in the classroom, and he actively encourages his peers to stay focused and engaged during group activities. His willingness to assist classmates and his strong work ethic exemplify his dedication to learning. Calvin truly embodies the spirit of Ledger pride!

Isaac K. (8th grade)– Isaac is an all-around amazing young man. He volunteers to serve at Mass, his is very responsible with his class work and puts forth his best effort with everything he does. He gets along with everyone and is a joy to have in class.

Nicholas W. (8th grade) –Nick has shown the Core Values of Respect and Responsibility by improving his behavior in class, his attention to getting his work done, and taking accountability for his actions.

Thank you to all the families who attended our SMSA Student Showcase & Glow Show Art Display last Wednesday! It was a huge success! So wonderful to see the excitement in the kids to show off all of their hard work from this school year. Thank you, teachers, for making this possible! Thank you to Mrs. Rodenkirch and Mrs. Hammes for an amazing glow show! It was “out of this world!”

Students currently enrolled in grades K-7 are welcome to join our summer project, #FlatLedger. Based off the Jeff Brown book “Flat Stanley.”

We want your children to get excited about reading and geography with #FlatLedger! As you travel this summer we want you to take #FlatLedger along and document with photos and postcards to share with all the Junior Ledgers at SMSA. When students return in August, we will have a map of all the travels our #FlatLedger took with our Ledger families. Any photos and postcards will be posted by the library for all to view. More explanation of this program was sent home with students in K-4 via a hard copy, while Grades 5-7 received it via email during the last week of library.

Travels with #FlatLedger begins on May 30th and will end on August 18th. All items must be submitted by August 18th.

Here is how you can submit your #FlatLedger adventures:

• Email your students name, grade for 2024-2025, adventure details, photo with #FlatLedger to kzitlow@smsacademy.org.
• Fill out the #FlatLedger Tracker form by clicking here.
• Mail a postcard to:

SMSA #FLATLEDGER

255 County Road K

Fond du Lac, WI 54937

#FLATLEDGER LETTER

PASSPORT COVER

PASSPORT INFO

PASSPORT PAGES

Please check the lost and found outside of the south office before the end of the school year. We have many lost winter coats, uniform pieces, spirit wear items, and many other clothing items. Any items left over the summer will be donated.

Looking to improve your basketball skills this summer? Come and join the Ledger coaching staff and varsity players at the girls and boys basketball camps. The camps are designed to help each individual player improve their skills, focusing on the fundamentals of the game. Click on the link below for dates, times and the registration form.

SMS Girls Basketball Camp

SMS Boys Basketball Camp

The SMSA Volleyball camp is designed to help players of all ability levels improve their skills by providing quality instruction of the FUNdamentals of the game. Click on the link below for dates, times and the registration form.

SMS Girls Volleyball Camp

The Football Fundamentals Camp is a non-contact camp for students entering grades 5-8th, with emphasis on skills that make the game of football fun to play. Click on the link below for dates, times and to print the registration form. 

Football Fundamentals Camp 2024

Sports Performance Enhancement & Explosive Development (SPEED)

Summer Sports Performance Camp, June 10 to July 25, 2024.

Speed Camp Middle School Registration

Noon Kiwanis is looking for volunteers to help at their tent during Walleye Weekend. PLENTY of opportunities to earn service hours, while having fun, listening to great music (Kiwanis tent is located by the GRANDE stage), and give back to your community. Volunteer opportunities are available for teens and adults.

Click here to view volunteer opportunities and sign up!

Fond du Lac School District (FDL-SD)
Transportation is provided on school buses contracted through a private bus company. It shall be furnished to elementary students (K-5) whose residences are outside the city limits for the city of Fond du Lac and who live two (2) or more miles from the school which they attend. Secondary students (6-12) living in rural areas more than two miles away from their attendance area school are eligible for transportation.

Families with eligible students that will need bus transportation next fall will be required to complete the FDL School District bus transportation card. The bus card is available on the SMSA website or at the South Hall office. A bus card is required for every new eligible child in the family. If your children currently ride the school bus a new bus card is not required for the next school year.

FDL-SD is requesting all Route bus transportation cards be completed and returned by May 15, 2024.
Return completed bus card to:
Carol Ellestad – cellestad@smsacademy.org
Or
FDL School District
Pupil Services/Transportation
72 W Ninth Street
Fond du Lac , WI 54935

For more information go to the FDL-SD website.

Who to Contact:
For more information regarding eligibility, please contact Wendy Burgess at 920-906-6524.

Bus Routes:
For information regarding routes, please contact Johnson Bus Company at 920-921-3003.

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

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May 27, 2024 – No School – Memorial Day

May 29, 2024 – Last Day of School (Full Day)

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There are still open spots available in the P3-k/ and 1st-2nd grade extended care. Parents please remember in order for your child/children to have a spot in extended care the $100.00 registration fee per family needs to be turned in to the south office.

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

Registration for SMSA’s Extended Care Program can be done online through your Skyward Family Access account.

Thank you

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