Under Roof!
"The sky's the limit if you have a roof over your head." (-Sol Hurok) Construction is on track and the roof is now installed on our new Assembly Hall.
From mesmerizing theater performances and chapel services to creative art and music classes, the sky is the limit for all the wonderful events and learning that will take place in this new campus building! We can't wait!
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ERBs This Week for Grades 3-8
A reminder that ERBS will be administered THIS WEEK (October 4-8) to ALL students in grades 3-8.
Click HERE for more information.
Reminder: Middle School students need to charge their Chromebooks each night and bring them to School every day this week for testing.
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Planning for High School: A Program for Eighth Grade Families
St. Michael's invites our Eighth Grade families to attend our High School Planning Program on Thursday, October 7, from 1-2:55 p.m. to learn about high school options and the application process, as well as to meet representatives from area independent schools. The program begins in the Middle School Library at 1 p.m. for a discussion with Mr. Gregg, Mrs. Stargell, and Mrs. Godwin, and then moves to the Great Hall and outdoor spaces.
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Application Time is NOW for the 2022 Kindergarten AND Sixth Grade Classes
NOW is the time to apply for KINDERGARTEN for fall 2022! Admissions applications are submitted ONLINE. New families need to create an account; current families should use their PowerSchool account login. MIDDLE SCHOOL: Now is also the time for NEW FAMILIES to apply for SIXTH grade. (Current St M families with enrolled fifth graders do not need to apply for sixth grade.)
Our families are our BEST ambassadors! Please spread the word to your friends and neighbors. Thank you!
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Fall Long Weekend October 11
A reminder that St. Michael's will be CLOSED on Monday, October 11 for a fall long weekend.
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Order Picture Day Photos by October 10
School Pictures are online for purchase. Order yours today!
- Please place your online orders by OCTOBER 10
- The PASSWORD for the order link is: St.MDragons2021
- Please click HERE for pricing information and instructions
- St. Michael's earns a commission on all pictures purchased
- Photo RETAKES will take place on OCTOBER 20 in the Allen Library in Singleton Hall. Notify Megan Shrestha at mkenzik@gmail.com if you wish to be placed on the retake list.
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Birthday Books Are Back!
We are excited to announce the relaunch of Birthday Books! This treasured St. Michael’s tradition is a great opportunity to honor your child and support their love of reading while helping to grow our St. Michael’s Lower and Middle School library collections. Here’s how it works:
● Prior to your child’s birthday, visit the St. Michael’s Birthday Book webpage (https://www.bbgbbooks.com/st-michaels-birthday-books), hosted by local bookstore bbgb. The passcode to access the site is: stm (all lower case)
● You and your child can select and purchase a book from the Birthday Book website to donate to the St. Michael’s library collection, or you can go to bbgb in-person to select a book.
● Please select and order your child’s birthday book at least two weeks prior to their birthday to allow enough time for delivery and preparation of the book.
● Your book can be dedicated to your child, a family member, a teacher or staff member, or anyone you choose. Just include your dedication text in the box provided on the order page.
● Every birthday book will include a bookplate with your child’s name and dedication on the inside of the front cover.
● Your child will be the very first person to check out their selected book! Birthday Book participants will also be recognized during the library class and in a special Birthday Book display at school.
Click HERE for more info. Thank you for your support of our St. Michael's libraries!
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Flu Shots Recommended
Both flu and COVID-19 may be spreading this fall, so it’s more important than ever to get an annual flu vaccine. The best time to get vaccinated is before flu viruses start to spread—typically by the end of October. While flu shots are a family decision, if we can reduce the incidents of flu this year, we can potentially reduce the need for quarantines (as the flu can mimic COVID symptoms) and COVID testing. Be sure to get your flu vaccination so that you can stay healthy this flu season!
- A friendly note from Nurse Maben
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Need Childcare for the October 25 Half Day?
Extended Day is open on half days from noon dismissal to 6 p.m. In order to attend for the October 25 half-day, please use our drop-in form and select HALF DAY to request a spot. Half Days and Conference Days are no longer included in Extended Day contracts. Please register with at least 48-hour notice. Thank you.
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Come Race for CHAnge!*
(*CHA = Cooper Henry Abbott)
- 5K AND a Children's Fun Run to raise funds for pediatric cancer research
- Saturday, October 12 at 9 a.m.
- Plus a "Virtual Run" for those that cannot attend but wish to support the race
- Registration closes on October 8.
*This event is in memory of St. Michael's student Cooper Henry Abbott who lost his battle to the disease in 2017 at age 9.
Register HERE - Join the "St. Michael's Episcopal School Team" (No password needed)
In past years, we've had upwards of 70 St M students and parents--let's see if we can break 100!
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Got Lunch?
Ordering for Hot Lunch closes the Saturday before the following week. You may place orders ahead for upcoming weeks. Click HERE for info and to register.
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| COVID Reporting Protocol/Form
If someone in your family has symptoms, has been exposed, or is being tested 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. The confidentiality of the diagnosed student or teacher will be maintained. 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 HERE to place online orders for St M apparel. Orders deliver to the school and are sent home in backpacks.
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 2021-22 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 needed.
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This Week
ERB Testing for Grades 3-8 is Monday-Friday of this week
Monday, Oct. 4
- C Day
- MS First Student Council Association Meeting, 1 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 5
Wednesday, Oct. 6
- E Day
- 8th Grade and Kindergarten Buddies Meet, 1:15 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 7
- F Day
- 8th Grade High School Open House, 1-2:55 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 8
- G Day
- Kindergarten Pumpkin Patch Field Trip, 8:30a.m.-noon
- Dragon Dress Day: wear spiritwear or blue/white with pride!
Monday, Oct. 11
- No School/Fall Long Weekend
NOTE: See the Master Calendar for all sports games and practices this week!
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COVID-19/St M Operations Info
Click HERE to access our Covid-19/School Operations website page, along with a listing of all parent communications.
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