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| **Guests may park in the North (playground) parking lot and come to the main north door. We will have an ambassador on hand to open the door for our guests.** |
New School Entrance Update - As you know, the main school entrance is now located behind the Magowan Center. When requesting admittance to school, please ring the bell where indicated and remain in front of that camera/intercom unit until the door is released. Please be aware that at certain times of day, the shadow from the building makes it difficult to discern who is at the door via the camera. If we ask you to identify yourself, we aren't being rude, we're just trying to keep everyone safe:)
Morning Drop-Off for Tutoring - If your child is arriving early at school for tutoring or extra help, they should be dropped off at the school's main entrance behind the Magowan Center to be buzzed in. The north parking lot should only be used by students participating in the Early Drop Off program.
Carpool Dismissal Request - When planning your arrival for carpool pickup, please keep in mind that the gate behind the Magowan Center will not be open until 3pm. The parking lot adjoining this gate is the one that must also be used for parents picking up for early or sick dismissals. A long line of cars lined up significantly before 3pm will present challenges for those that need to enter this lot, park and pick up early and then leave the lot using the Iron Horse exits. Please be courteous and plan your arrival to wait for pick up for 3pm or later. Thank you!
Family Enrollment Reminder - Please keep in mind that until your signed Family Enrollment Form and Fee are received, your child(ren) are not considered enrolled for next year. Information regarding middle school math and literature placement, summer reading, summer assignments and supply lists as well as "Back to School" email packets in August are sent only to those that have completed enrollment. If you need your Family Enrollment Packet sent to you again, please contact the school office.
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There's One More Chance to Shop Kids in Business -
Shop at Lunch Tomorrow - Thursday, 5/9
Young entrepreneurs have been hard at work creating wonderful products! Please support St. Mary’s Kids in Business! We’ve created products that will make great gifts for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and upcoming birthdays. Students can shop in the Parish Center during lunch time on May 8th and 9th. At least 50% of each student’s profits will go to charity. Only cash can be accepted. Click here to preview available products.
The Spring Band & Vocal Concert is coming soon! Please mark your calendars for Monday, May 20th. Since all students in grades K-8 will perform in the vocal portion of this concert and because performance is part of each student's music grade, attendance is considered mandatory . If a student is unable to attend, you must contact Mrs. Williamson. There will be a dress rehearsal at 2pm and the performance will be at 7pm in the Parish Center.
May School Mass - Students will attend the 12:15pm Parish Mass on Ascension Thursday on May 30th. All are welcome to attend this Mass. Please remember that no PE uniforms should be worn to Mass.
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Shopping Hours - After Masses on Saturday & Sunday, May 25 & 26
During school on Tuesday - Thursday, May 28 - 30 (Check your teacher’s blog for scheduled classroom visits.)
Your help is needed! - If you are Virtus trained, please consider volunteering to help - Click here to sign up.
We look forward to seeing you and your family at our Book Fair. Remember, everything is Buy One Get One Free! This is a great opportunity to stock up for Summer reading. Thank you for supporting our readers!
The 18-19 CHOICE program concluded on April 30th. For families with students in Kindergarten - grade 8, participation in CHOICE is a part of your family's tuition commitment as outlined on the Family Enrollment Form. If your family has not met your CHOICE commitment, please send in the balance due ASAP. If you have questions, please contact Michelle Howard in the school office. Any purchases made after April 30th are being credited to your family's 19-20 CHOICE commitment.
Settling into the Magowan Center -It has been a happy and exciting week as students begin to use the classroom spaces in the Magowan Center. It has been wonderful to hear the children exclaiming with joy about the new spaces.
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| The new art/music space provides lots of room for creative projects. |
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| Mrs. Mortillaro is busy welcoming students into our new library in the Magowan Center Reading Room. Students have been very enthusiastic and happy to begin to use the beautiful new facilities. |
Alumni News - Our congratulations to the following alumni who have been named to the Honor Roll at Simsbury High for the third quarter of the school year. Alumni who achieved High Honors are Shayna Glazier, SMS Class of '16; Mary McElroy & Kathleen Sullivan, both SMS Class of '17. The following achieved Honors: Cristina Santillan, SMS Class of '15; Sean Hughes and Ellie McElroy, SMS Class of '17; Francesca Cirielli, Greyson Kellner, and Cole Pirrello ~ all SMS Class of '18.
Community News
Simsbury Public Library offers programs for all ages! The May calendar for the Simsbury Public Library is full of great events for all ages, including Juggle Jam with Xaq for grades 5-12 on 5/10.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN! Come away with us to Athens this summer! Saint Mary’s Vacation Bible School will run from Monday, June 24 - Thursday, June 27. Campers will meet Paul and hear stories of his dangerous journey to share the life-changing truth of God’s love. This is an adventure you won’t want to miss! Campers will gather for celebration with our live worship band, take part in outdoor games, visit the marketplace to use their crafting skills, and enjoy a delicious snack. Space is limited so sign up early! Click here to visit the VBS webpage and look for the blue “Register Now” button.
Virtus trained parents and guardians! Please volunteer with us. Parents often tell us how much they look forward to this experience. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the joy of your faith with your children! Please contact Kathleen Keating at youthministry@stmarysimsbury.
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