Auction Anticipation!
Follow the yellow brick road as we bring the magic of the Wizard of Oz to life. Join us on Friday, February 9, 2024, at the John Marshall Ballrooms for an unforgettable auction that's sure to have you saying, "There's no place like St. Michael's."
The tradition continues with creative class projects, an array of unique items, fun food, and lots of competitive bidding to benefit the School. Not to be missed --- It's going to be a fun and festive night!
Parent donations are CRITICAL to the success of the auction. Can we count on your help?
- Put together a fabulous "theme" basket of goodies
- Do you have a vacation/weekend home or own a timeshare? Trips are a HUGE hit!
- Get together with some friends and host a spectacular dinner party
- Do you have season tickets (college or professional sports, concerts, theater, etc.) or have a sports outing (golf, tennis, outdoor adventure, etc.) to offer?
- Do you have a special talent, service, or experience you would like to share?
- Support our RVA restaurants by donating gift cards to local favorites
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ERBs This Week: Grades 3-8
A reminder that ERBS will be administered THIS WEEK (October 2-6 in the morning) to ALL students in Gr. 3-8.
Click HERE for more information.
IMPORTANT:
- Middle School students need to charge their Chromebooks each night and bring them to School every day this week for testing.
- If your Middle School student arrives at school after 8:15 a.m. any morning next week, they will not be able to enter the classroom to take the ERB.
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Class Calendars Now Posted
Class calendars by grade (that contain important grade-event and volunteer info) are now posted on the St M website.
- They may be found HERE
- The access passcode is bluedragon (one word, all lower case)
Thank you to all who have volunteered. St M is MOST grateful for your enthusiastic support!
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High School Planning for 8th Grade Families
St. Michael's invites our 8th grade families to attend our High School Planning Program this week, Friday, October 6, noon-2:30 p.m. (Middle School Allen Library).
Come learn about high school options and the application process, as well as meet representatives from area independent schools.
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Dads' Night Out: Don't Forget!
Dads' Night Out is on October 11. Grab a beverage, savor smoked brisket and wings, and get to know other St M Dads!
Please RSVP by October 6.
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St. Michael's Parents' Association (SMPA) Book Club Discussion: October 11 Join us on WEDNESDAY, October 11, 8:15- 9:30 a.m. - Led by Dr. Kim Hilton, St M's consulting psychologist, we will be discussing the book "Good Inside: A Guide to Becoming the Parent You Want to Be” by Dr. Becky Kennedy
- Location: Perkinson Arts Center
- Click goodinside.com/book to learn more about the book and to order your copy today
- Click below to RSVP and submit questions in advance!
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Halloween Family Movie Night: Friday, October 13
Join us on campus for a Halloween Family Movie Night on FRIDAY, October 13, featuring the Disney Pixar movie, Coco.
- Campus will open at 6 p.m.
- Movie will begin at 7 p.m. on the Balzar Athletic Field
- Pack a picnic dinner, bring your blankets and chairs, and join us to kick off the Halloween season!
- Costumes welcome - but please leave prop weapons and masks at home!
- Event sponsored by the SMPA and the Development Office
- Click HERE for more info! See you there!
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K-3 Author Visit with Stephen Shaskan- Pizza & Taco #6: Dare to Be Scared!
On Monday, October 23, Bestselling author- illustrator Stephen Shaskan will be talking to K-3rd graders about his experience as a children’s book creator, answering student questions, and sharing the latest volume of his hit early reader graphic novel series, Pizza and Taco (Book #6: Dare to Be Scared!)
Our local bookshop, bbgb books, is facilitating this visit, and is offering signed copies of Dare to Be Scared and other Pizza and Taco books for free school delivery. To purchase books for your student, please visit St. Michael's author visit page and follow the instructions at the top of the page.
Please preorder your book by Monday, October 9 to guarantee free school delivery and personalization (if requested) on the day of the author visit.
Missed the preorder deadline but still want a book? Place your order by Friday, October 27th to receive your book at school the following week. (Please note these copies will autographed only, while supplies last)
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Dragon Dialogue on St M's Safety & Security Protocols and Initiatives
“Meet the needs of the child” is a guiding concept for our faculty and staff. A student has no greater need than to be safe and healthy. St. Michael's School Crisis and Safety Committee meets regularly to review protocols, best practices, and mitigation strategies, with robust measures and procedures in place.
Join us for a Dragon Dialogue on Safety and Security at St. Michael's.
- Date: WEDNESDAY, October 18, 8:20- 9:30 a.m.
- Location: The Perkinson Arts Center
- PLEASE RSVP and submit questions in advance! See you there!
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Celebrate Readers with Birthday Books The Birthday Book program is a treasured St. Michael's K-8 tradition and a great opportunity to honor your child, support their love of reading, and help grow our St. Michael’s library collection.
To purchase a Birthday Book, visit the St. Michael’s Birthday Book webpage below, hosted by local bookstore bbgb.
We hope you will choose to participate in this time-honored and fun St. Michael’s tradition and help our wonderful library collection continue to grow!
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Got Lunch?
For those that choose to purchase lunch, lunch ordering with Yay Lunch closes at noon each Sunday before the upcoming week.
Click below for info and to register/place an order.
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| COVID Reporting Protocol/Form
If your child has tested positive for COVID-19, please inform the School IMMEDIATELY IN WRITING via the COVID-19 Reporting Form linked below. The link is also on the School website.
Upon receipt of this information, Nurse Maben, St M's school nurse, will contact the family. Please keep your child(ren) AT HOME until contacted by Nurse Maben.
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Show your DRAGON PRIDE with St M Spiritwear!
Visit our spiritwear website below to place online orders for St M apparel. Orders are delivered to the school and sent home in backpacks.
**We have just added ALL NEW items like quarter zip jackets, varsity hoodies, Nike dry-fit pullovers, bucket hats, and more!
Every FRIDAY is DRAGON DRESS DAY! Wear St M spiritwear or blue/white with pride!
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Let's Be Friends!
Get connected to keep abreast of St M news, events, calendar changes, and information. Plus, see photos from the first week of school!
Current and past issues of "This Week at St. Michael's" are now archived on our website under "News and Events," as well as under "Community."
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| Dates to RememberFor planning purposes, click HERE for KEY DATES for the 2023-24 school year (updated as of Sept 6).
Never miss an update! Subscribe to our School calendars and receive automatic updates! Please subscribe to the ALL SCHOOL calendar, PLUS the Lower School or Middle School calendar as applicable for your student(s).
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This Week
ERBS every morning for Grades 3-8
Monday, Oct. 2
Tuesday, Oct. 3
Wednesday, Oct. 4
Thursday, Oct. 5
Friday, Oct. 6
- G Day
- Dragon Dress Day: Wear Spiritwear or Blue/White with Pride!
- High School Open House for 8th Grade Families, Noon-2:30 p.m.
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