Principal’s Desk News & Information Upcoming Dates School Care News
Dear Parents/Guardians,
This week we had our K- grade 8 talent show at SMSA. The show was filled with SMSA students showcasing their talents for the school community to witness and appreciate. It’s good to share our talents with the world for these are gifts given to us by God our Father not to be locked away, but to bring joy to others. I I appreciate the thoughtfulness, flexibility and creativity of the SMSA community working together to achieve beautiful moments on the Ledge.
Parking Lot Safety: As a reminder, please use caution and reduce to slow speeds when driving in a school zone to support keeping everyone safe. Thank you for supporting slowing down around our school for the safety of our students.
We are approaching the end of our first trimester of school. The trimester officially closes November 16th. Please check into Skyward for a communication tool regarding the learning happening. Skyward will be turned off for parent view on the evening of November 16th and then turned back on November 21st to view digital report cards. Please click here to learn more about accessing electronic report cards.
Thank you for your continued partnership with SMSA. Together we will 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 Special Guest was Ashley Lane-Donor and Alumni Assistant Director at SMSA.
This week’s Principal Pen award winners are:
Myles M. (P3) – Myles shows his faith in our classroom while praying during our morning prayer and during our snack prayer. He is respectful to his classmates and always willing to help them.
Harrison K. (P3) – Harrison exemplifies the core value of community. He is inclusive and tries his best to make everyone feel like they belong. He is a terrific friend.
Emersyn H. (4K) – Emersyn is a great role model for our core values! She is the kindest, sweetest girl who is respectful, helpful, and a great friend. Emersyn always does her best job on her work and loves learning. We love having her in our class!
Oakleigh O. (4K) – Oakleigh is a great helper in our classroom community. She is responsible by cleaning up toys, her garbage after snack, and packing her backpack at the end of class. She is a great role model for others.
Evelyn M. (5K) – Evelyn is a kind and caring friend. She takes responsibility to work hard every day and she loves to learn.
Nayelah B. (5K) – Nayelah is kind, respectful, and always prepared for her day. She is always willing to help those in need and loves to come in each day with a smile on her face.
Angus H. (5K) – Gus is respectful to his peers and teachers. He is a great helper and always tries his best.
Penelope V. (1st) – Penelope has shown great leadership! She is always helping others and builds a positive learning environment for everyone.
Charlotte T. (1st) – Charlotte is very responsible, respectful and kind to all. She’s also a great role model and has a strong faith in God. Way to go, Charlotte!
Levi C. (1st) – Levi shows respect to classmates and teachers. He is a great role model.
Eliana G. (2nd) – Eliana has a love for learning. She works hard and challenges herself in all subjects.
Lily B. (2nd) – Lily starts every day with a positive mindset. She works hard. She is very respectful to her peers and teachers.
Megan H. (2nd) – Megan is an excellent listener. She raises her hand and shares insightful thoughts and ideas. She works hard and puts forth her best effort.
The SMSA Ledger Hockey online store through Hopper’s will be open until November 17th. Order will be available for pickup at Hopper’s starting Wednesday, December 6th.
Click here to purchase your Ledger Hockey apparel today!
As the weather cools, our thoughts turn toward the holiday season ahead! At SMSA that means the 20+ year tradition of Elves-R-Us is just around the corner! Please be on the lookout for information regarding this year’s event to come home with your student the week of November 13th. Shopping days will run November 27 – December 1.
Please click here to view the Elves-R-Us FAQs! We can’t wait for another year of Elves-R-Us!
Start your Christmas season off with a fun-filled afternoon! SMSA Parent Connectors group will be hosting their annual LedgerExpress Event: A Christmas Celebration on Sunday, December 3rd, from 1:00 pm-2:30 pm. The event will be held in Baker Gym & the Commons Area. Wear your pajamas or dress in holiday gear, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate, make a Christmas craft, take pictures at our photo station, make a treat & play some holiday games. Please send in your RSVP by Tuesday, November 21, 2023, to reserve your LedgerExpress ticket. Your child should have brought home the registration form earlier this week. We hope to see you there! If you have any questions, please email Andrea Nuss.
BMR tickets have been distributed to the youngest child in every family. If you did not receive your tickets, please contact Kristin Zitlow at kzitlow@smsacademy.org, or a member of the BMR committee (listed below). Sold tickets can be returned to SMSA any time before the live drawing on 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
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.
November 17: End of the First Trimester
November 22-24: No school for Thanksgiving break
May 24: Kindergarten – Eighth Grade Mass & 8th grade graduation at Holy Family at 9:00 AM
Child Care will be closed on Friday November 17, 2023 when school is not in session for Teacher In-service.
We will see everyone back on Monday November 20th for a two day week.
Child Care will also be closed during Thanksgiving break November 22-24th.
We will resume back on Monday November 27, 2023.