PARENTS AND STUDENTS!
St. Mary's School Day
at St. Mary's Parish is this Sunday - 10/16/17!
YOUR ATTENDANCE IS REQUESTED - PLEASE RSVP
For the first time since a Catholic Schools Week celebration MANY years ago, St. Mary's School students are invited to worship together at Sunday Mass. Father Matera has extended this invitation in the hope that we will present a large body of children and families to give witness to the awesome spiritual life here at the school.
The date for this grand event is Sunday, October 16th at the 11am Mass. We truly hope that as many people as possible will join us. Although we would truly prefer that this be a “regrets only” event, we would like people to let us know that they plan to attend so that we can plan for seating for the students. Students will sit together and teachers will be here to supervise. PreKindergarten students are more than welcome to attend but they will sit with their families. Students in Kindergarten - 8 should attend in the relaxed uniform (pressed and neat, of course). Students are asked to report to the lower church at 10:40am to practice the song they will sing as a Communion reflection with Mrs. Jalinskas.
As part of the celebratory tone of the day, there will be a simple reception in the Parish Center following the Mass. If you would like to contribute a baked good, please send an email to smsoffice@stmarysimsbury.eduk12.net.
As part of the celebratory tone of the day, there will be a simple reception in the Parish Center following the Mass. If you would like to contribute a baked good, please send an email to smsoffice@stmarysimsbury.eduk12.net.
RSVP HERE - Please click here to RSVP for Mass and to indicate if you would like to help with the reception. Those able to help will be contacted to discuss details for the reception.
Campus Connection Update - Many of you may remember the exciting announcement of the Campus Connection Project last year. In his email invitation to this Sunday's Mass, Father Matera attached a Campus Connection Update and a copy of his homily from last weekend that provides important information about this project. Click here to review this Campus Connection Update. Click here to read Father's homily.
1. Iron Knee Lands' End Straight Leg Pain-front Chino Pants in NAVY are now a formal uniform option for girls in Kindergarten - Grade 8. Please note that the navy pants are a formal uniform option. They do not replace the skirt or jumper. Both the skirt (for girls in grades 5 and up) and the jumper (for grades K-4) are still acceptable. The navy pants are acceptable uniform attire for days we are attending Mass. Lands' End is in the process of updating our school code so that the navy pants will appear as an available option when you shop using our school code. Until this update is complete, you may order the correct style of pants using the following item numbers:
Little Girl - 442873-JUX $30
Little Girl Slim - 442874-JU4 $30
Girl - 442875-JU9 $30
Girl Slim - 442876-JU3 $30
Girl Plus - 442877-JU8 $30
Junior - 404343-JU5 $40
Women 6-16 - 403664-JU3 $40
Thank you for purchasing only this style of pants in navy from Lands' End.
2. Flannel pajama pants may NO LONGER BE WORN beneath the formal uniform skirt or jumper for morning arrival or recess. Navy or white tights or navy blue sweatpants may be worn.
Just in time for formal uniform shopping, Lands' End is offering 40% off all school uniform items. The promo starts tomorrow, 10/13 and runs through next Monday, 10/17. Our school uniform code is 9001-3215-0.
Parent/Teacher Conferences for students in grades 1 -8 will be held from Tuesday, October 25 - Thursday, October 27.
Each of these days will be a 12:45pm early dismissal for all students.
PreKindergarten Enrichment is available AND WE ARE HAPPY TO ANNOUNCE THAT AFTERCARE WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE UNTIL 6PM. THERE IS A SPECIAL FEE SCHEDULE & RESERVATION FORM FOR STUDENTS IN K-8 DUE TO THE ADDITIONAL LENGTH OF THE AFTERCARE PERIOD.
CLICK HERE FOR CONFERENCE DAY AFTERCARE FOR STUDENTS IN K-8. PreKindergarten students should reserve using the regular reservation calendar since they will be transitioning from Enrichment and will not be using the longer care period.
****PLEASE NOTE A MINIMUM OF 10 FAMILIES IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO PROVIDE THIS AFTERCARE*** At this time, only one family has reserved conference after care.
****PLEASE NOTE A MINIMUM OF 10 FAMILIES IS REQUIRED IN ORDER TO PROVIDE THIS AFTERCARE*** At this time, only one family has reserved conference after care.
Please click here to schedule your conference(s).
Kindergarten Conferences will be held in January from Tuesday, 1/17/17 - Friday, 1/20/17. These conferences will be scheduled during the school day and will not be early dismissal days. A Sign-Up Genius will be provided when the timing is appropriate.
Important Calendar Note - Please note that Friday, October 28, is also a 12:45pm Early Dismissal but will have NO PreKindergarten Enrichment or Aftercare because it is a Faculty In-Service meeting not conferences.
Do you know someone interested in learning more about St. Mary's School?
Walk In Wednesdays will be held on October 19th and 26th from 9am to 11:30am. Drop in visitors are welcome!
We are currently accepting applications for PreKindergarten - 8th grade for the 2017-18 school year. Limited seats are also available for the current school year.
Our November Open House is Coming Up Soon! Do you live on a busy street, in a large neighborhood or a neighboring town? If so, we need you!
We have lawn signs available in the school office for our upcoming Open House on Thursday, November 3rd. If you would like a sign, please email Toni Chagnon,tchagnon@stmarysimsbury.eduk12.net.
In an effort to have a little fun and build community among our students, we will allow everyone in the building to dress up for Halloween on Friday, Oct. 28.
Here are our parameters:
- no clowns
- no weapons
- no masks or face makeup
- no high heels (especially high heels that come with princess attire)
- each grade or group of grades will determine the time that students will wear the costumes; some might change in school and some wear them to school - please follow your child's teacher's instruction.
Parties are only allowed in PreKindergarten and Kindergarten. These classroom parties may not involve food.
Halloween Pumpkin Bingo will take place on Mon., 10/31, during the lunch waves.
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| First Grade is blossoming! After reading Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon, students in Mrs. Jehning's first grade class made beautiful sunflowers describing themselves. |
Athletic News - Basketball Season is Coming Soon! Our basketball season is approaching quickly. Here is some information you will need to know for the upcoming season.Participation permission was granted with the PE & Sports Permission Form that was part of the electronic "Back to School" packet. A new permission form will not be sent out. Click here if you need to download a form to update and indicate permission to participate in basketball.
To officially complete basketball "sign up", please send in your participation fee. Your child will not be added to the roster or receive a jersey until the fee is received. (Fees Below) Checks should be made payable to the St. Mary's Booster Club. Please be sure to write child(ren)'s name(s) and "Basketball" in the memo section of your check.
-At the coaches discretion we will begin practicing as early as the week of the October 24th.
-Practices for grades 2-6 will be held during the week. Each team will have 1-2 practices, M-F. The boys play Saturday morning and the girls play Sunday afternoon.
-Grades 7-8 (Varsity) practice once during the week from 6-8pm on Mondays and on Saturday mornings at Westminster. Games will be on Thursday or Friday and Sundays.
Fees for participation are as follows:
JVC grades 2-3 $50
JVB, JVA, Varsity Grades 3-8 $150
There is a maximum $250 cap per family
Please direct all questions to Scott Gangloff at adirector@stmarysimsbury.eduk12.net.
2017 Ski & Snowboard Club Registrations are Now Being Accepted! Even though the leaves are just beginning to turn, it's time to think about Ski & Snowboard Club.
Preparations are underway for the 2017 season at Ski Sundown in New Hartford. Click here for new information, FAQ and registration forms.
These forms can be completed and submitted beginning now. The deadline for submission without a late fee is TUESDAY NOVEMBER 1, 2016.
All students who are age 8 or older on 1/4/17, can participate. First timers are more than welcome.
Bus transportation to and from Ski Sundown will be available if enough bus riders register. Season pass holders can utilize the Club’s bus transportation. Please see the FAQ for cost information and discussion on alternate transportation.
Chaperones are also needed and can ski for free. A Sign-Up Genius site has been established. Click here.
Please consider this activity for your child(ren). We have a great time and welcome new and returning participants.
Our annual Scholastic Bookfair is right around the corner!
These forms can be completed and submitted beginning now. The deadline for submission without a late fee is TUESDAY NOVEMBER 1, 2016.
All students who are age 8 or older on 1/4/17, can participate. First timers are more than welcome.
Bus transportation to and from Ski Sundown will be available if enough bus riders register. Season pass holders can utilize the Club’s bus transportation. Please see the FAQ for cost information and discussion on alternate transportation.
Chaperones are also needed and can ski for free. A Sign-Up Genius site has been established. Click here.
Please consider this activity for your child(ren). We have a great time and welcome new and returning participants.
Home & School Association News - With our new school year well underway, we are looking forward to several Home & School sponsored activities. This weekend, HSA will host a simple reception after the St. Mary's School Day Mass (see at top of post).
Setup will begin on Monday, October 24th at 7:30am. Sales will begin at lunch at 9am - 2:30pm.
Sales continue on each school day from Tuesday, October 25th through Friday, October 27th from 9am to 1pm each day. These days are all 12:45pm dismissals due to Parent/Teacher Conferences and a Faculty In-Service.
Shop the bookfair for new releases, favorites, and great classics! Proceeds directly benefit our school.
Volunteers are needed to help students shop and to run the cash register. Click here to sign up to volunteer.
Can't make it to the fair? Click here to shop online from October 16th - November 1st.
Looking ahead, November will bring our annual Thanksgiving Senior Citizen Luncheon. As always, many volunteers will be needed to assist with this event. More information will be available soon!
Just in time for the upcoming holiday season, Home & School is running a Lyman Orchards Pie & Otis Spunkmeyer Cookie Dough fundraiser.
Orders and payments will be accepted until Tuesday, October 18. Extra order forms are available in the school office. Frozen pies and cookie dough will be available for pickup on Thursday, November 17. Pickup time will be announced.
Calling All Student Volunteers - The Prudential Insurance Co. sponsors the Prudential Spirit of Community program and award each year. This is open to students in grades 5-12 who have made a difference through a volunteer project. Click here for more information. The application deadline is November 8, 2016.
Grade 8 Fundraising
Can't make it to the fair? Click here to shop online from October 16th - November 1st.
Looking ahead, November will bring our annual Thanksgiving Senior Citizen Luncheon. As always, many volunteers will be needed to assist with this event. More information will be available soon!
Just in time for the upcoming holiday season, Home & School is running a Lyman Orchards Pie & Otis Spunkmeyer Cookie Dough fundraiser. 
Calling All Student Volunteers - The Prudential Insurance Co. sponsors the Prudential Spirit of Community program and award each year. This is open to students in grades 5-12 who have made a difference through a volunteer project. Click here for more information. The application deadline is November 8, 2016.
Grade 8 Fundraising
Save the date! - Sunday, October 23, 2016
St. Mary's 8th grade fundraiser at Puerta Vallarta Restaurant
15 West Avon Rd.
Avon, CT 06018
Tel: 860-675-1999
Come support St. Mary's eighth grade class with great food and great company! A percentage of sales will be donated by Puerta Vallarta to benefit St. Mary's 8th grade class.
St. Mary's 8th grade fundraiser at Puerta Vallarta Restaurant
15 West Avon Rd.
Avon, CT 06018
Tel: 860-675-1999
Come support St. Mary's eighth grade class with great food and great company! A percentage of sales will be donated by Puerta Vallarta to benefit St. Mary's 8th grade class.
CHOICE Program News - CHOICE statements have been emailed to families that have begun participation in the program. Families that have not yet begun participation will also be receiving a statement requesting a confirmation if an "opt out" payment should be expected. If you have questions about the CHOICE program, more information is available on our school website - click here. Questions regarding CHOICE statements should be directed to Tammy Budnick in the school office.
Community News
Clothes for a Cause -The St. Ann's Church Scholarship Committee provides partial scholarships to selected students from the Hartford area who want to attend a Catholic high school. The scholarships assist students (selected by the school staff) at Northwest Catholic High School, East Catholic High School, and St. Paul's High School in Bristol. Each student is guaranteed annual financial assistance throughout his/her high school career. The Scholarship Committee holds four annual fundraisers and the Clothing Sale will be this year's first fundraiser. A collection box is now available outside the school office. Clothing donations will be accepted until 10/28. This is a great time to share some of your clean, gently used clothing and accessories for a great cause. The clothing sale will take place at St. Ann's on November 4th and 5th.
Community News
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