Annual Thanksgiving Canned Food Drive Ends Tuesday!
St. Michael's all-school canned food drive ends on Tuesday, November 14. In these challenging economic times, the St. Michael's Church Food Pantry is serving more people than ever. Food items will be collected in homerooms and advisories.
See this flyer for a more comprehensive list of suggested donations. Please ensure the canned goods you donate from your pantry have not expired. (No glass jars, please.)
The cans collected will be "blessed" at our Thanksgiving Chapel service on November 14. As Harvest Helpers, our fifth graders will sort all of the food donations, deliver them to the St. Michael's Church Food Pantry, and learn about food insecurity in Richmond. Thank you in advance for your support of this service outreach project!
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Parents' Night Out This Week!
Fun ahead! Join us for a Lower School Parents' Night Out (for grades JK-5) on Friday, November 17, from 6-9 p.m., presented by our Extended Programs team!
Click below for details and to register.
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Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
Save the Date for Our Annual Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting on Wednesday, December 6, at 6 p.m.
(Important Note: Extended Day closes that day at 4:30 p.m.)
Join us for a festive evening that includes a float parade around The Green, choral performances, all-school caroling, and lighting of the Christmas tree. Santa himself will even make a special appearance. It is sure to get you in the holiday spirit!
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St M Holiday Gift Favorites
The holidays are right around the corner! Our St M Christmas ornaments and Dragon cookie cutters (perfect for making cookies for Santa) are all ON SALE.
We also have a fresh batch of St M honey. Jars make great holiday, housewarming, or grandparent gifts.
Get yours via link below while supplies last!
NOTE: Purchased items will be SENT HOME the week of DECEMBER 4.
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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
- Visit our Auction page to learn more! Contact Anne McCoy in the Development Office with any questions.
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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 added ALL NEW items like quarter zip jackets, varsity hoodies, Nike dry-fit pullovers, bucket hats, and more!
HOLIDAY NOTE: Spiritwear makes great holiday gifts! Orders must be placed by SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10, to receive items before the Christmas Break.
Every FRIDAY is DRAGON DRESS DAY! Wear St M spiritwear or blue/white with pride!
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Hot Lunch Service Suspended
Per the letter sent to families on November 8, St M was informed by Yay Lunch that they will be discontinuing operations in the Richmond and Charlottesville markets effective November 17.
- At this time, St. Michael's is suspending hot lunch service
- Until further notice, ALL STUDENTS will need to bring a bagged lunch, snack, and water bottle DAILY
- Please CLICK HERE to read the letter and action steps for your Yay Lunch account
We are grateful for your kindness and support as we research and work on a new lunch provider plan.
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| COVID Reporting Protocol/Form
If your child has tested positive for COVID-19, please inform the School IN WRITING via the COVID-19 Reporting Form linked below. The link is also on the School website.
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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).
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St M Handbook
Click HERE for the 2023-24 School-Family Handbook.
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This Week
Monday, Nov. 13
- B Day
- 7E Volunteers at Meals on Wheels
Tuesday, Nov. 14
- C Day
- Special Thanksgiving Chapel, 8:15 a.m.
- 5th Grade Harvest Helpers Sort Food Donations for Food Pantry
- MS Fall Recognition Assembly, 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, Nov. 15
- D Day
- Middle School Admissions Open House, 9-11 a.m.
- Moms' Night Out, 6-8 p.m., The Shops at 5807 and Southbound, Stony Point Shopping Center
Thursday, Nov. 16
Friday, Nov. 17
- F Day
- Last Day of MS Fall Electives
- 1st Grade Play (Mitchell), 8:30 a.m., Perkinson Arts Center
- 3rd Grade Field Trip to Science Museum, 9:30 a.m.
- Parents' Night Out (for grades PK-5), 6-9 p.m., Extended Day Room, See Newsletter for Details/To Register
NOTE: See the Master Calendar for Sports games and practices this week!
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