Dear Parents,

Staff Update

As you all know, we reorganized the academic model this year to align with best practices. In this transition, Mitch Redig stepped in to take on the role of Elementary Assistant Principal. With the departure of Alex Mory, 7th and 8th grade social studies teacher, Mitch has answered the call to redirect his strengths to 7th and 8th grade social studies, while continuing to serve on the Leadership Team. This transition, effective Monday, November 18th, is done in the best interest of our students, so they can continue to live into the SMSA mission, vision, and The Ledger Way. We thank Mitch for his flexibility and dedication to SMSA, the students and families we serve.

Cold Weather and Recess Reminder

Brrr! It’s been cold outside. As a reminder, students will be going outside if the windchill is zero degrees or above in temperature. Please support them in thinking about outdoor packing or wearing clothing that is necessary for those temperatures. Thank you for your partnership.

Hug and Go Reminder

Please remember to use the Hug and Go lane as it is attended! It is not a parking zone for long periods of time, even in cold temperatures. Please help traffic moving by parking in the parking lot if this is your intention of staying awhile. The middle lane is not a Hug and Go lane or a parking spot at the end by the crosswalk. Please help traffic flow and be considerate of others by using the middle lane as intended as a drive through for cars as they leave. If we all work together, the drop off – pick up process runs really smooth.

Electronic Report Cards

Electronic report cards were sent out last week Friday. If you have not found the report card, please enter into Skyward and view the student portfolio tab. You will see your child’s report card in this location.

Veterans Day Wrap Up

Lastly, I’m so proud of all of our students, faculty and staff. The Veterans Day celebration was an amazing experience. I would call it breathtaking. The Ledger Way was in full force and fully present. Thank you for partnering with us and growing amazing children to become leaders for tomorrow.

God Bless,

Steven Kelnhofer

Love and Logic Tip of the Week: The best person to answer the question “but why?” is the person asking it. Wise parents respond to ” But why?” with “And why do you think?”

Elves R’ Us is looking for shoppers to purchase items for the event.  Items are being collected for the 2019 and 2020 events.  

Please click here to view the flyer for more information!

To start shopping for the event, please contact Dawn Blanck at dawnblanck@ymail.com or Jen Kebble at jcbmlkebble@att.net

Elves R’ Us is a Christmas event that 8th graders have managed for over 25 years.  The 8th graders interview “elves” for jobs to help PreK – 5th grade students shop for Christmas gifts for their friends and families.  Funds raised for this event will go towards the 8th grade class, as well as to SMSA and a local family/community groups in need.

The Lands’ End School Starboard Scholarship acknowledges and rewards students who display exceptional leadership skills.  Each winning student will receive a $10,000 scholarship.

For a full list of details and eligibility requirements, please click here.

Please join us in the Chapel of St. Mary: Our Lady of the Ledge on Friday, November 15, 2019. Mass will begin at 8:15 a.m.

Make sure to stop at the North or South Hall office for a visitors pass.

Class lead: Mrs. Johnson, Grade 3

Classes attending: Mrs. Kuechenberg (Grade 5), Mrs. Wuest (Grade 4), Mrs. Sippel (Grade 5), Mrs. Teofilo (Grade 3)  and Mrs. Garlow (Grade 2).

Please join us in the Chapel of St. Mary: Our Lady of the Ledge on Friday, November 22, 2019. Mass will begin at 8:15 a.m.

Make sure to stop at the North or South Hall office for a visitors pass.

Class lead: Mrs. Packer, Grade 3

Classes attending: Mrs. Townsend (Grade 5), Mrs. Staerzl (Grade 4), Mrs. Flatt (Grade 4), Mrs. Ebert (Grade 2)  and Mrs. Maurer (Grade 2).

Please join us in the Chapel of St. Mary: Our Lady of the Ledge on Friday, November 15, 2019 as grade 9 will be in attendance. Mass will begin at 9:20 a.m.

Make sure to stop at the North or South Hall office for a visitors pass.

Please join us in the Chapel of St. Mary: Our Lady of the Ledge on Friday, November 22, 2019 as grade 8 will be in attendance. Mass will begin at 9:20 a.m.

Make sure to stop at the North or South Hall office for a visitors pass

Start your Christmas season off with a fun-filled afternoon! The SMSA Parent Connectors group will be hosting their annual LedgerExpress, a Christmas celebration on Sunday, December 8, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. The event is held in Baker Gym & the Commons Area. 

Wear your holiday pajamas or dress in holiday gear, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, make a Christmas craft, take pictures at our photo station, decorate a sweet treat and play some holiday games!

Your child should receive the reservation form this week! Please fill out and return by Monday, November 25th. Checks can be made out to SMSA.

Questions? Please contact Andrea Nuss at alnuss@charter.net or Katie Mathos at katiemathos@gmail.com.

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If you would like more information, please contact either Andrea Nuss at alnuss@charter.net or Katie Mathos at katiemathos@gmail.com.