News for the Week of 5/5/21

 

IOWA Testing continues for students in grades 3 -7 through Friday, 5/7/21. 

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. Students cannot be called out of class during a testing period and no announcements will be made into classrooms during testing.

Thanks to everyone who supported our Superhero Scavenger Hunt!

Congratulations to all SMS Superheros, especially to our top 3 finishers! 

1st Place: The Fantastic 4 - $250 & CHOICE obligation for the 21-22 school year

2nd Place: Not Your Average Heroes - $100 and $250 Family Enrollment fee for the 21-22 school year 

3rd Place: The Devoe Team - $50 and $50 iPad insurance fee for 21-22 school year 

Raffle Mission Winners: 

1. (2)Tickets to Mohawk Mtn. - Not Your Average Heroes 

2. Candy Bouquet- The Diamonds 

3. Candy Cake- Tigers 

4. Cupcake Gypsy Cupcake a Month- Earthworm Sally 

5. Nerf Ball Fetch Shooter - Tigers 

6. $50 Warner’s Nursery Gift Card- Awesome Alum 

7. $50 Warner’s Nursery Gift Card- UnderAchievers 

8. Wine & Candles Tote - Underdogs 

9. (2) Tickets to Mt. Southington - The Justice League 

10. Valley Nursery Garden Center Hose & Nozzle: Grandparents Rule 

11. Water Balloons- Flaming Potatoes 

12. Villari’s Karate Lessons & Uniform- The Mad Sanitizers 

13. A Day at the Beach Tote- Rainbow Unicorns 

14. (2) Lake Compounce Tickets - Lego Masters Next Generation 

Our May School Mass will celebrate the Feast of the Ascension on Thursday, 5/13/21.  Some students will attend Mass in the church with the rest participating via livestream.  At this time, attendance is restricted to students and faculty.

CHOICE News - The 20-21 CHOICE year ended on 4/30/21.  If your family has a balance, your payment is due now.  If you have questions regarding your family's CHOICE balance, please contact Tricia in the school office.  All CHOICE purchases made after 4/30/21, will be credited to the 21-22 school year.

Bookfair is Online Again this Spring! We're excited to be able to offer another Follett Bookfair this spring!  We had good success with the Follett Bookfair online option in the fall.   We were able to purchase all the books in this picture for each teacher’s classroom library with the credit dollars we earned from your family orders!   Our Spring Bookfair will be available online only from Monday, May 24 - Sunday, May 30.  Look for a link for online shopping and teacher wishlists in the blog and via Remind text the week of May 19.

Community News

Summer Sports Opportunity - Click here to register for the Basketball Clinic.  Northwest Catholic will also be offering other clinics for both boys and girls entering grades 4-9.  These will include:  baseball, lacrosse, soccer, volleyball, football and cheerleading.  Click here to learn more and register!