September 29, 2024

Join Us for A Dragon Dialogue on Supporting Belonging at St M


* October 17, 8:20 - 9:20 a.m., Perkinson Arts Center 

Supporting Belonging at St. Michael's: This Dragon Dialogue welcomes a facilitator from the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities, who will share frameworks and tools to foster belonging in the St. Michael's community.  Attendees will have the opportunity to reflect on their own experiences and explore strategies to support their child(ren)’s own academic and social development. 
Participants will also learn about VCIC's partnership with the School and how our School's Episcopal identity, mission, and strategic plan identify the importance of every member of our community experiencing a sense of belonging. 

Please RSVP below to attend on October 17.
RSVP to Attend this Dragon Dialogue

Share Your St. Michael's Stories With Us Online!

A big THANK YOU to those who attended last Saturday’s Share More Stories research session at St. Michael’s led by St M Board member and parent James Warren. The session was powerful and profound as participants shared deeply insightful and richly emotional stories about their St. Michael’s school experiences and the impact the School has had on their students and families. 

As many St. Michael’s families and alums have reached out asking if they could contribute St M stories and experiences in a digital way, we are pleased to offer an ONLINE OPPORTUNITY to share your stories of St M.
We would be most grateful for as many of our St M connected families, faculty/staff, and alumni to share their thoughts and experiences with us online.  Your insights will help us better communicate internally and externally about the unique and wonderful benefits of a St. Michael’s education.

Click below for directions on how to submit your story.  (In thanks, ALL those who submit a story will be entered in a raffle to win a $250 VISA gift card.) 
Share YOUR St. Michael's Story

ERBs This Week: Grades 3-8

A reminder that ERBS will be administered THIS WEEK (Sept 30-October 4 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.

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 4, noon-2:30 p.m. (Middle School Allen Library).
Come learn about high school options and the application process as  meet representatives from area independent schools.  

Come GROOVE with Us on The GREEN!

Join us for an unforgettable evening of fall fun and community spirit at Groovin’ on The Green on Friday, November 1 at 6:30 p.m.
Embrace the cozy charm of the season with a night filled with delicious food/beverages, and live music from The Jangling Reinharts - complete with twinkling lights and crackling firepits that will make your hearts glow.

This is more than just a night out—it's a chance to connect with fellow parents, build lasting friendships, and bask in the warmth of our vibrant community. Attire is casual, so pull out those fall sweaters and jeans!

Purchase tickets (or become an event sponsor) to join us for this not-to-be-missed festive evening! 
Purchase Tickets HERE (and by Oct 23)

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, lower case)

Thank you to all who have volunteered. St M is MOST grateful for your enthusiastic support!

Save the Date 

Save the date for an important book discussion on Thursday, November 7 from 7-9 p.m. as we explore learnings from the New York Times bestseller The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Jonathan Haidt.  
The book is a generation-defining investigation into the collapse of youth mental health in the era of smartphones, social media, and big tech—and a plan for a healthier, freer childhood.
The evening will be led by Dr. Kim Hilton, St M's Consulting Psychologist. Michael Jones, Director of Technology, and Bob Gregg, Head of School. More details to follow.
We invite our St M families to purchase and read the book over the coming month in preparation for this meaningful discussion. 
Purchase the Book: The Anxious Generation

Got Lunch? 
Order Hot Lunch

Illness Reporting Protocol/Form

For the health and safety of all of our students, faculty, and staff, thank you for informing St. Michael’s if your child is ill and/or has a suspected contagious illness. 
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.
Illness Reporting Form

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.  
Every FRIDAY is DRAGON DRESS DAY! Wear above-waist St M spiritwear or blue/white with pride!
St M Spiritwear Shop

Let's Be Friends! 

Get connected to keep abreast of St M news, events, calendar changes, and information. 
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St M on the Web
St M on Vimeo 
Not on social media? View the posts on our Media Gallery!
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." 

Dates to Remember

For planning purposes, click HERE for updated KEY DATES for the 2024-25 school year.
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).

This Week 

ERB WEEK (for Grades 3-8)
Monday, Sept. 30
  • B Day
Tuesday, Oct. 1
  • C Day
Wednesday, Oct. 2
  • D Day
Thursday, Oct. 3
  • E Day
Friday, Oct. 4
  • F Day
  • 8th Grade High School Open House, Noon-2:30 p.m.
  • Dragon Dress Day: Wear St M Above Waist Spiritwear or Blue/White with Pride!
NOTE: See the Master Calendar for Sport's practices and games and this week!
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