Letter from Mrs. Gannatti - Please be sure to check your email for a letter from Mrs. Gannatti containing important information regarding the 2015-16 school year.
Application for St. Mary's School Trust Scholarships - The on-line application for the St. Mary's School Trust Scholarships is now available. Click here. The deadline for applications is April 30, 2015. For more information regarding these scholarships and the qualification parameters, click here. For a helpful guide from the PSAS about completing the on-line application, click here.
IOWA testing begins Monday, 4/27, and continues through Monday, 5/4, for students in Grades 3 -7. Tuesday, 5/5 and Wednesday, 5/6 are reserved for "make-ups" due to illness. While these tests are one important indicator of a student's academic progress, we do strongly encourage you to help your child(ren) approach these tests with a positive outlook of relaxed confidence. Unlike many regular assessments, these tests cannot be "studied" for and the best preparation for them is a good night's rest and a healthy breakfast. Students that may feel anxious should be reminded that these tests are just one measure of progress. Please also keep in mind that it is very important for students to arrive at school PROMPTLY by 8:40AM on IOWA testing days. Late arrivals will not be permitted into a classroom if the testing has begun until there is a break. Additionally, we ask that you try to avoid scheduling doctor and dentist visits during the testing period. Parents are encouraged to send a healthy, protein rich snack (e.g., a cheese stick or small yogurt) with their children each testing day. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.
"Fairway to Heaven" Golf Tournament - Enjoy the beautiful spring weather on Monday, May 18th at the Hopmeadow Country Club in Simsbury. Golf Tournament Registration is OPEN! Early Bird tickets are available now. Click here to register. Visit "SMSFairwayToHeaven.com" and "/facebook.com/
Sneak Peek - Join us for coffee and a “SNEAK PEEK” at the items for teacup and silent auction prior to "Fairway to Heaven" Golf Outing! Come to the parish center after ALL Masses during the weekend of May 9thand 10th! You can bid on any items of your choice or just get a glimpse of what’s to come!
Grandparents' & Special Person's Day is coming! One of SMS' most important events, Grandparents" & Special Person's Day, will be held on Friday, May 8th. Guests are invited to join us for community prayer in the Parish Center at 8:45am followed by light refreshments and student entertainment. There will also be time to visit in classrooms before the day's events conclude with May Crowning in the Church. Look for additional details next week.
Athletic News -
Running Club will begin this Thursday, 4/23/15, and will meet on Tuesday and Thursdays. The club will meet at 7:50am in the Parish Center. Coach Bonk will lead the team in stretching and running. The program is offered to grades 3-8th. Please send in a check for $15 to St. Mary Booster club if you would like to participate in this years running club.
Used Uniform Exchange - Just in time for our change into the relaxed uniform, an updated inventory of used uniforms is available. Click here.
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| Lands' End is also having a uniform sale from 4/22 -4/26. Our school code is 9001-3215-0. |
Home & School Association News
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| Adrian Hatch, SMS Class of '09 & Lokil co-founder, Josiah Macdonald |
Community News
Please RSVP to (860) 677-8571
The Northwest Catholic Dramateurs will present the musical, Once on this Island, on Friday, April 24th and Saturday, April 25th at 7:30pm and on Sunday, April 26th at 2pm. Tickets are $12 each -click here. The musical tells the story of Ti Moune, a peasant girl, who rescues a wealthy boy from the other side of the island, Daniel, with whom she falls in love. Unbeknownst to Ti Moune, the pompous gods who preside over the island make a bet with one another over which is stronger, love or death, the stakes being Ti Moune's life.
The show features several SMS alumni including Lauren Mangine, SMS Class of ’12 as Ti Moune, John Sullivan, SMS class of ’14 as Daniel. Also appearing in the cast will be Matt Sottile, SMS Class of '12, Avery Hatch, SMS Class of '12, Ally Voelker, SMS Class of '13, James Sullivan, SMS Class of '14, Mimi Connors, SMS Class of '14. Lindsay Voelker, currently in our 8th grade, will also appear in the production.
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National Day of Prayer - Thursday, May 7, 2015 - Everyone is welcome to gather at noon on May 7th outside the Simsbury Town Hall for the National Day of Prayer. There will be a brief ceremony but all are welcome to come and go as their time permits.
Summer Sports Opportunities - The U.S. Sports Institute in conjunction with the Simsbury Recreation Department have some great opportunities for summer sport camps. Click here for more information.
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