Hurray for Magic Dragon Day!
On Saturday, the campus was filled with so much blue and white spirit, energy, and laughter! From the Maypole Dance, tug-of-war, and field games to Dragon cakes, carnival games, and the St M Rock Band, there was fun for everyone at this annual St M event. This year, Team WHITE was victorious, and we congratulate them as winners of this good-natured yearly competition.
St. Michael's would like to extend our tremendous appreciation and thanks to the 2026 MDD chairs, Megan Newton, Rachel Kelly, and their fabulous team of volunteers for making Magic Dragon Day such a special event. THANK YOU, THANK YOU!
Be sure to check out our website's Media Gallery in the coming week for Spirit Week and MDD photos! Go Blue! Go White! GO DRAGONS!
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| No Classes on Monday
A friendly reminder that Monday, May 4, is a STUDENT HOLIDAY as it is a faculty/staff Professional Development Day. Extended Day is also closed.
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Middle Schoolers, Get Your Tickets NOW for the Middle School Spring "Semi-Formal" Banquet & Dance
The SCA is proud to host the Spring "Semi-Formal" Banquet & Dance THIS Friday, May 8. The banquet will begin at 6 p.m. in the Perkinson Arts Center, with pizza and dessert being served. The dance then begins at 7 p.m. in the Great Hall. The dance concludes at 9 p.m. All drop-offs and pick-ups will take place in the Green Loop.
While the dress is "semi-formal," students may wear pants, shorts, skirts, or dresses; and blouses, polos, or button front shirts (no t-shirts, pajamas, or athletic wear - with the exception of golf polos).
- Tickets for BOTH the dance and banquet are $15.
- Tickets for the dance ONLY are $10.
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Lower School Author Visit
Bestselling children's author-illustrator Bob Shea will be visiting St. Michael's on Friday, May 22nd. He will be talking to K-3rd graders about writing and illustrating stories, while sharing his brand new picture book: Bearsuit Turtle Plays a Game.
Local bookshop, bbgb books, is facilitating this author visit, and is offering copies of Bearsuit Turtle Plays a Game and other titles (signed and personalized by Bob Shea) for free school delivery. To purchase books for a student, please visit our school's ordering page below and follow the instructions at the top of the page.
Please place your book orders by Friday, May 8 to guarantee personalization (if requested) and free school delivery on the day of the author visit. If you miss the initial deadline, order by Monday, May 25th to have your student’s book delivered to school the following week. These copies will be signed while supplies last.
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It's Almost Time for the Annual St. Michael's Book Fair!
Check out great new titles, pick up some great summer reads, and support our St. Michael's community all at once! St. Michael’s is excited to be working with online book company Literati for our book fair this year.
Here's some helpful information for both new and returning Book Fair shoppers:
- Our Online Book Fair is currently live! (See below) Just visit our St. Michael’s Literati store to start browsing and purchasing books. If you would like to make a purchase before the Book Fair, look for the ‘Free School Delivery’ tag, to avoid shipping costs.
- Teacher Wish Lists are also live, and available for browsing on the St. Michael’s Literati store. As in years past, each Teacher Wish List book purchased will earn ONE raffle ticket for our fabulous Book Fair raffle baskets; just be sure to list your student's name when ordering.
- This year’s fair is Completely Cashless! No more plastic baggies and lost change! For the easiest shopping experience, Book Fair shoppers are encouraged to purchase a Literati gift card. Credit cards and personal checks will also be accepted.
- The in-person Book Fair will take place from 9 a.m. on Monday, May 11, through 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 14, in the newly renovated Allen Library.
- All St M students will visit the Book Fair with their home room or English class.
- 25-30% of all Book Fair sales come back to the St M community, helping to support our STM library collections, classroom libraries, and SMPA programming!
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May 12: Save the Date for Celebration of the Arts!
Tuesday, May 12 | 4:45–7:15 PM | Perkinson Arts Center
Mark your calendars for one of the most vibrant, joy-filled nights of the year—St. Michael’s Celebration of the Arts is back and better than ever!
Food Trucks & Book Fair: 4:45-6:15 p.m.
- Fireside Pizza
- Curry in a Hurry
- Good Vices Ices
Art Installation: 5-6:30 p.m.
Music Performances: 6:30 p.m.
- This exciting evening will showcase art, music, and St M talent. EVERY student will have artwork on display!
Stay tuned for more info.
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LAST CALL: Dragons and Squirrels Together!
On Wednesday, May 6, our Middle School Choir will be singing the National Anthem at the 7 p.m. kickoff of the Richmond Flying Squirrels Baseball Game in the new Carmax Stadium! First pitch is right after.
Let's show our DRAGON PRIDE by wearing school spiritwear/colors, attending the game, and cheering for our amazing St M Choir!
The Squirrels are offering St M faculty/families special $14.84 tickets at the link below. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. See you there!
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Join Us for a SPECTACULAR SUMMER at St. Michael's!
EIGHT weekly camp sessions will be offered from June 8 to August 7 for ages 4-14. St M had record-breaking, sold-out attendance at our camp programs last summer.
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Got Lunch? - Instructions: Registration and Ordering Info
- Order for the entire month, or by the week, or by the day, as long as orders are placed by NOON on the day prior to any selected day.
- School Passcode: SMES
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Join the Birthday Book Club!
Welcome to the St M K-8 Birthday Book Club! This treasured St. Michael’s tradition enables students to learn the joy of both giving and receiving, and encourages a lifelong appreciation of books and reading. Click below to learn more!
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| 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.
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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 RememberFor planning purposes, click HERE for KEY DATES for the 2025-26 school year.
2026-2027 Major Dates (for NEXT School Year): Click HERE.
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This Week
Monday, May 4
- No Classes/Student Holiday (Faculty Professional Development Day)
Tuesday, May 5
Wednesday, May 6
- E Day
- Kindergarten Field Trip to Maymont, 9 a.m.
- Middle School Choir Sings National Anthem Flying Squirrels Game, 7 p.m.
Thursday, May 7
- F Day
- 1st Grade Storybook Character Day (Mitchell), 8:15 a.m.
- 8th Grade Celebration Dinner, 6 p.m.
Friday, May 8
- G Day
- 1st Grade Storybook Character Day (Reining), 8:15 a.m.
- Middle School Spring Dance, 7-9 p.m.
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