Meet Our New Head of School This Week
The St. Michael's community is invited to attend "Meet and Mingle" events with Bob Gregg, our seventh Head of School, on the following dates:
- Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2 p.m. (Hubbard Hall Dragons' Den)
- Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2 p.m. (Hubbard Hall Dragons' Den)
- Tuesday, Oct. 1, 7:30 a.m. (Hubbard Hall Library)
- Wednesday, Oct. 9, 6:30 p.m. (Installation Reception)
Click HERE to learn more about Mr. Gregg. We look forward to seeing you!
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Application Time is NOW for the 2020 Kindergarten ClassesNow is the time to apply for Kindergarten for fall 2020! Applications may be submitted ONLINE. (New families need to create an account; current families should use their PowerSchool account log-in.)
Our St M families are our BEST AMBASSADORS! Please help us spread the word about our Admissions Open Houses!
- A KINDERGARTEN OPEN HOUSE for prospective parents is scheduled for October 23 at 9:30 a.m. Interested families may register HERE.
- WELCOME WEDNESDAYS: Kindergarten Admissions tours will be given EACH Wednesday at 9:30 a.m., beginning September 25. No registration needed! Meet in the lobby of Hubbard Hall. Tell your friends and neighbors!
- A MIDDLE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE for prospective parents and their rising sixth grade students is scheduled for Tuesday, November 5, 9-11 a.m. Interested families may register HERE.
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Running a Little Late?After 8 a.m. when dropping off (even a little) late, students must be walked in AND checked in by an adult at the front office. Please do not drop 'n' drive at the office.
This is in the best interest of student safety. It also ensures we have accurate attendance and know where students are at all times.
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Birthday BooksThe presentation of Birthday Books to the library is a special tradition at St. Michael’s. Each year, K-8 students may choose a favorite new book from a selection set aside in the library or by special order through the librarian. A bookplate in the front of each book includes the child’s name and birthday. Books may also be given in honor or memory of someone.
Birthday books can be given at any time during the school year, although many families choose to give the books during a child’s birthday month. Birthday books will be presented during a child’s weekly library class so that they may be added to the library collection in a more timely manner.
At regular intervals throughout the year, we will publish the names of those presenting them. Birthday Book participant names will also be included in the St. Michael’s Annual Report.
Please email Mrs. Wise at the Lower School or Mrs. Carpenter at the Middle School if you would like them to assist your child in selecting a September or October birthday book!
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Back to School Nights
Below please find the schedule for upcoming Back to School Nights by grade.
- Monday, September 16: 3rd Grade, 6:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, September 17: 5th Grade, 6:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, September 18: 1st Grade, 6:30 p.m.
- Thursday, September 19: 2nd Grade, 6:30 p.m.
- Thursday, September 26: Middle School Grades 6-8**
- **Note additional information on timing below:
- 8th Grade High School Planning Meeting, 6:30-7 p.m. (Allen Library)
- Grades 6-8 Parent Meeting/Classrooms Visits, 7-9 p.m.
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6th/7th Grade Challenge Discovery Forms Due ASAPThe 6th and 7th grades will be spending this Wednesday, September 18, at Challenge Discovery on the University of Richmond campus. Click HERE for more info. Please register your child online HERE no later than Monday, Sept. 16 (as the deadline was Friday, Sept. 13.) There are TWO required forms: a medical information form and a participant agreement.
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Model UN Info Meeting, Sept. 16 (8th Gr. Parents/Students) Model UN is an educational simulation/academic activity in which students learn about diplomacy, international relations, and the United Nations.
A PARENT informational meeting will be held in the Great Hall on Monday, SEPTEMBER 16 from 3:15-3:45 p.m.
Any 8th grade students who are interested in participating in Model UN are also encouraged to attend!
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School Pictures on Monday and Tuesday!
Lower School Picture Day: Monday, September 16
Middle School Picture Day: Tuesday, September 17
School pictures will be ordered online AFTER picture day and the link with ordering instructions will be provided to parents. All students will have a picture taken for the yearbook even if you’re not planning to order photos. Questions? Please contact Christi McFadden. 8th Grade Class Pictures: Special Instructions
HERE is a link with special instructions for 8th grade parents/students regarding school pictures. **Please be sure to share this with your 8th grader.
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8th Grade Goes Camping This WeekA camping we will go with our 8th graders this Wednesday and Thursday, September 18-19 at the Jamestown 4-H Center!
DEPARTURE REMINDER: We will depart at 7:30 a.m. from the old Martin's at Stony Point Shopping Center and arrive back on Thursday at 3:30 p.m., at the same location. A detailed letter and packing list were sent to families.
Pick-up on September 19 is at 3:30 p.m., again at the Martin's parking lot. Updated estimated time of return will be posted on the School’s Facebook page and Twitter feed.
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Early Dismissal Day on Sept. 25
Looking ahead, a reminder that Wednesday, September 25, is a NOON dismissal day.
Need childcare that day? Go Fish! Virginia Outside is offering an afternoon of fishing at local parks for grades 1-5 from noon-3 p.m. on this early dismissal day. Participants will be picked up at school, transported to fishing spots, and returned to school for pickup. All equipment provided. No experience necessary. Cost is $42. Please register HERE.
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ERB Testing Week for Gr. 3-8, Sept. 30-Oct. 4A friendly reminder that ERB testing for Grades 3-8 will take place September 30-October 4. More info on this testing will be sent out closer to the test dates.
- As per our handbook, it may not be possible for students to make up missed achievement tests.
- If at all possible, we ask that families not schedule out of school appointments between 8 a.m. and noon that week that may require students to miss ERB testing.
As well, 6th and 7th grade students will need to charge their Chromebooks each night and bring them to School every day for testing.
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Got Lunch?Don't forget to place your lunch order! Remember, you can schedule lunches up to 4 weeks in advance!
Click HERE for instructions regarding how to register.
- The cut-off for placing orders is always 6 p.m. Saturday for the upcoming week.
- If you miss the window, contact Yay Lunch directly at info@yaylunch.com.
IMPORTANT: Parents’ billing questions, cancellations, technical support, and all other lunch-related questions should go directly to info@yaylunch.com, as Yay Lunch is managing the entire lunch program for the School.
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Get Involved!
The St. Michael’s Parent Association needs YOU! Volunteering with the SMPA is a great way to be involved with our St. Michael’s community and is the key to its success! Please fill out THIS FORM and return to your teacher/advisor on your Back to School Night.
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Come Race for CHAnge!
(CHA = Cooper Henry Abbott)
St. Michael's is organizing a team to run in the Race for CHAnge to raise funds for pediatric cancer research. This event is in memory of St M student Cooper Henry Abbott who lost his battle to the disease in 2017 at age 9. Bring your kids and your family as we race to bring CHAnge to kids fighting cancer. The course will follow the scenic West Creek Parkway.
Last year, we had upwards of 70 St M students and parents--let's see if we can break 100!
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SpiritwearShow your DRAGON PRIDE with St M Spiritwear!
Visit our spiritwear website HERE to place online orders for St M apparel. From shirts and string bags to belts and hats, we have lots of exciting items!
"Dragon Dress Days" are on "D" days, whereby St M students may wear any above the waist St M apparel items/tees, etc.
We are also getting ready to place a St M belt order. Cost is $25. If interested, please contact Susan Curwood.
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Let's Be Friends!
Get connected to keep abreast of St M news, events, calendar changes and information.
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 Remember Please check our online School Calendar for updates. Click HERE for the 2019-2020 Academic Calendar.
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 (or both) as needed.
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This Week:
Monday, Sept. 16:
- G Day
- LOWER SCHOOL PICTURE DAY!
- 8th Grade Model UN (MUN) Parent Info Meeting, 3:15 p.m., Great Hall
- 3rd Grade Back to School Night, 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday: Sept 17:
- A Day
- MIDDLE SCHOOL PICTURE DAY
- Bob Gregg "Meet and Mingle", 2 p.m., Hubbard Hall Dragons' Den
- MS Girls' Field Hockey Game vs. Collegiate, 4:30 p.m.
- 5th Grade Back to School Night, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Sept. 18:
- B Day
- 8th Grade Camping Trip -Bring your overnight bag! 7:30 a.m. departure, Martin's parking lot
- 6th/7th Grade to Challenge Discovery
- 1st Grade Back to School Night, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday, Sept 19:
- Happy Birthday to Buckeye, our 1st Grade Reading Dog!
- C Day
- 8th Grade Camping Trip
- 2nd Grade Back to School Night, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, Sept 20:
- D Day
- K-8 Dragon Dress Day (may wear any above waist St M attire)
- All-School Severe Weather Drill, 1:20 p.m.
- MS Cross Country Meet at St. Catherine's, 4:30 p.m.
Note: Due to the volume of sports practices, please consult the online School calendar for practice dates and times.
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St. Michael's Church Fall Festival
Saturday, September 28
4-7 p.m.
2040 McRae Rd, Bon Air
Join us for this fun annual festival to enjoy good food, music, a bounce house, and vendors from the local community!
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