SMSA will be closed, April 19, 2019 in observance of Good Friday. All offices, including the Business and Scrip offices, will be closed.
System Information - April 18
Apr 18
No School Friday, April 19th - Good Friday
An Easter Message from SMSA
May this blessed celebration of Easter bring you faith, hope, love and joy. Let’s celebrate together the miracle of Jesus’ Resurrection with joy and happiness!
A System Prayer From SMSA Chaplin, Fr. John Mitchell
A System Prayer on Finding a New President
Come Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful, and kindle in them the fire of your love. Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created and you shall renew the face of the earth.
Lord God, as our school searches for a new President to lead our community, send down your Holy Spirit to guide the decision making process. Send us a leader who will bless and strengthen our school according to your will, and who will in turn be blessed and strengthened by serving in our midst. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
From the Office of Dr. Julie Shively, EdD, 6 - 12 Principal
Drug Take Back
It is a good habit to periodically clean out your medicine cabinet so that old or expired medication is disposed of. Please click the links below for information on how you can safely dispose of your medication. It also reminds everyone of the dangers associated with prescription medication.
In Christ,
Julie
Click here for Elementary information for Drug Drop
Click here for Middle/High School information for Drug Drop
Important Upcoming Dates
Pack'er Up Spring Cleaning Donation Challenge - Month of April
This spring the Middle School Student Ambassadors are encouraging SMSA families and friends to help the SMSA elementary and middle school participate in the Pack’er Up Donation Challenge where the winning school gets a visit from Donald Driver!
The whole month of April do some spring cleaning and bring your donations to any participating Goodwill Store and Donation Center. Simply indicate your school name, city, and number of items donated on the slip provided to you by the Goodwill Donation Attendant. The winning school with the most donations will receive a personal visit from Donald Driver and other goodies! Second and third place winners will also receive 12 autographed copies of Donald Driver’s books for children.
If you have any questions please refer to www.AmazingGoodwill.com or feel free to reach out to Ms. Fictum.
Please click here to take a moment to view this video the students put together for this fundraiser.
Rosary - Chapel of St. Mary: Our Lady of the Ledge - April 22nd
Please join us as we pray the Rosary on Monday, April 22, 2019.
Please stop in the North or South office for a visitor’s pass.
Solo & Ensemble Recital - April 24th
You are invited to enjoy an evening of music as the High School Music Department will put on a recital in the SMSA Chapel on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at 7:00 p.m.
This will feature the solo & ensemble students that have advanced their pieces to the state level.
All System Mass - April 24th
Please join us on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 as we celebrate Mass together, as a System, at Holy Family Catholic Church.
Jazz Night at University of WI FdL Commons - May 11th
Join us for an evening of music and dinner as our SMSA Vocal Jazz and Jazz Band perform during Jazz Night of the UW Fond du Lac Commons area Saturday, May 11, 2019. Please click here to purchase tickets online.
Please click here to view the flyer.
Safeguarding God's Children(SEE Training) - May 13th
There will be a Safeguarding God’s Children Safe Environment (SEE) training at Holy Family Church Hall on Monday, May 13, 2019. This training is manditory for any parent or guardian wanting to volunteer at the school. It will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will last approximately one hour. Holy Family does not plan on doing any more trainings until August.
To view the flyer on this event, please click here.
Please sign up for this training by clicking here.
SMSA Showcase Open House - May 15th
Save the date! Wednesday, May 15, 2019 for the first annual 3k through 12th grade SMSA Showcase Open House from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. All grandparents & SMSA families are invited to this event. Let your child shine as they guide you through the hallways of SMSA. Enjoy classroom projects, student artwork and time to pray in the chapel.
*The SMSA Showcase replaces our annual Grandparents Day.
-Parent Connectors
Save the Date! Swing Fore Springs & Summer Fling - July 26th
We are excited to announce Swing Fore Springs & Summer Fling, Friday, July 26, 2019! Mark your calendars for this fun summer event featuring golf at Whispering Springs Golf Club and Rolling Meadows Golf Course.
Not a fan of golf but still want to participate, we have you covered! Join us for the Summer Fling at Whispering Springs Golf Club where we will have a Mexican Fiesta buffet along with silent auction and other fun activities!
Interested in sponsoring or attending this event, register online now by clicking here.
If you have any questions, please contact Kristin Zitlow at kzitlow@smsacademy.org or (920) 322-8006.
Volunteers Needed For Swing For Springs and Summer Fling - July 26th
Swing Fore Springs and Summer Fling is Friday, July 26, 2019 and we are looking for both adult and student volunteers to help with this event.
To volunteer for Summer Fling, click here
To volunteer for the golf outing at Whispering Springs Golf Club, click here
To volunteer for the golf outing at Rolling Meadows Golf Course, click here
If you have any questions, please contact Kristin Zitlow at kzitlow@smsacademy.org or (920) 322-8006.
News and Information
Costa Rica Spanish Service Trip Fundraiser
Students going to the Costa Rica Spanish Service trip in June are fundraising to help offset the cost of their trip. They are selling Faris Gourmet Popcorn.
Please support our students. Reach out to Mrs. Theel by clicking here if you would like a list of students selling popcorn.
Sign up for Friday Adoration - Need Parent Volunteers
We would like to continue to offer Eucharistic Adoration to our students on Fridays, but we need your help!
Parents and community members are invited to sign-up by clicking here to take an hour time slot. All you need to do is sit quietly with Jesus, adoring Him in the Blessed Sacrament.
Adoration Schedule for the remaining school year:
Friday, May 10, 2019
Friday, May 17, 2019 (System Mass – Adoration starting at 11 a.m.)
Friday, May 24, 2019
From the Office of Kollin Petrie, Director of Campus Ministry
Good Friday: The Meaning of the Cross
Click here to view a short video from Fr. Mike as he explains why God’s answers often seem like contradictions to us. While Jesus dying on the Cross makes no sense according to human wisdom, according to God’s perfect wisdom, the Cross answers all our most burning questions in a way only God can answer them.
Ledger Lent Challenge
The Cross is your price-tag, your victory and your mission. Make the Sign of the Cross right when you wake up every day this Lent.
Join in the Challenge by following us on Instagram @smsacampusministry.
From the Office of Katie Hellmer, School Nurse
SCRIP
St. Joseph's Book Room Scrip
Be prepared for upcoming First Communion and Confirmation Sacraments.
St. Joseph’s Book Room offers Scrip with a 10% discount!
Shop local, get a memorable gift and earn Scrip rebates. Its’ a Win-Win!
Office Hours
**Reminder, Scrip will be closed Friday, April 19, 2019
in observance of Good Friday.**
Scrip hours for the academic school year
Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 8:00 a.m. – Noon
Tuesday & Thursday: Noon – 4:00 p.m
Not sure what Scrip is? Stop by and see us or call Chris at 920-322-8059. Scrip is an SMSA fundraiser that not only benefits the System but also gives you the opportunity to offset your tuition.
Click here to read more!
Parents of Athletic Booster Club (ABC) and Performing Arts (PPA) Updates
ABC Update
Thank you for your support!
PPC Update
Thank you for your support!