“Another Great Week” Newsletter from Principal Ferguson

Dear Lancer Families,

On Friday, We gathered as a whole school for the Stations of the Cross. The stations are a reminder of Jesus’s last day on earth starting with His condemnation and ending with His crucifixion. Also, our 8th graders participated in their Confirmation Retreat led by Dr. Terry Nelson-Johnson. This retreat is an important part of the students’ journey towards their Confirmation in May.

As we prepare for next school year, we have made the final adjustments to the 2024-2025 School Calendar which is posted below in the Announcements Section.

Here are a few highlights…

Supply Day (9:00-11:00am) - August 19
First Day of School (1-8 grades) - August 20
Kindergarten Orientation - August 20 (more info coming later)
First Day of School (Kindergarten) - August 21
First All School Mass - August 21
Curriculum Night (6-8 grades) - August 28
Curriculum Night (1-5 grades) - August 29
Parent Teacher Conferences - October 9 (pm) and October 10 (am)
Thanksgiving Break - November 25-29
Christmas Break - December 23-January 6
Spring Break - March 31-April 4
Easter Break - April 18-21
8th Grade Graduation - May 22
Last Day of School - May 30

In addition to the 24-25 School Calendar, there are many important announcements below. Be sure to check them out!

Make it a GREAT day, Lancers!

Adam Ferguson

Principal, St. Michael Parish School

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The calendar dates for the 2024-2025 school year are now available. Click to view or scroll to bottom of the AGW.
This calendar will be posted on FACTS and the website for future reference also.
The St. Michael Women's Faith Group is calling All women of St. Michael School and Parish to join us for our Lenten Brunch (click for flyer) on Saturday morning, March 9th! Come treat yourself to a morning with mass, a catered brunch, a talk titled "Abiding in Jesus, Our Eucharistic Love and the Interior Life", and fellowship to renew our love for the Lord. We pray that this time will be a refuge of peace and rest for all of us women amidst our busy schedules. Please see the attached flyer with more information and to register.
Our speaker, Mary Dausman, married to Chris for 28 years is a mother of nine, physical therapist, Eucharistic Minister and Lector at her home parish, Saint Bridget in Rockford, IL. Chris and Mary have given talks to engaged couples and have chaperoned a multitude of trips to Steubenville conferences with their children over the years. Mary is a member and woman’s leader in the People of Praise prayer community.
Please contact Gina Carroll at sjsginacarroll@yahoo.com with any questions.
Click for details on this upcoming March Madness Mens Tourney & Poker Night come-back!
Dads and Daughters…
This is your St. Mike’s Era! Join in the fun of this special evening on Saturday, April 6th, 6-8pm in the Cashin Gym!
CLICK to view flyer!
CLICK to Buy Tickets!
Save the date for this special Mothers & Sons event on 4/13 @ 6pm in Cashin Gym! Click for flyer!
A letter from Mr. Farmer...
Lancer Basketball Enthusiasts, I am excited to have the opportunity to resume basketball camps this summer at St. Michael’s School. I will be offering camps for current 3rd through current 7th grade boys and girls.
Each camp will run Monday through Friday for 90 minutes per day. The cost of the camp is $100 with half of that cost going directly to St. Michael School. For practical purposes, each camp will be limited to a maximum of 20 players. Camps will consist of drills, contests, and scrimmages.
Over the years I have had the pleasure of coaching many basketball teams through both the Wheaton Park District and St. Michael’s School. I have coached many boys, girls, and co-ed teams.
This will be an excellent opportunity for your children to play basketball with their classmates at an extremely convenient location while helping raise money for St. Michael School. Please remember to sign up quickly as camps will have a maximum of 20 players.
Camps will be run at the following dates and times:
June 3 – June 7 (Monday – Friday)
Current 3rd and 4th grade girls @8:30-10:00
Current 5th and 6th grade girls @10:30-12:00
Current 4th and 5th grade girls @1:00-2:30
Current 6th and 7th grade girls @3:00-4:30
AND
June 10 – June 14 (Monday – Friday)
Current 3rd and 4th grade boys @8:30-10:00
Current 4th and 5th grade boys @10:30-12:00
Current 5th and 6th grade boys @1:00-2:30
Current 6th and 7th grade boys @3:00-4:30
Please fill out the accompanying registration form and return it with payment to the main office as soon as possible. Please email me with any questions at tfarmer@stmichaelcommunity.org. I am looking forward to seeing your kids back on the court! Go Lancers!
Regards,
Tom Farmer
June 17 - 21 - click for details!
Catholic Heart Workcamp is a unique mission trip experience for current 8th-12th grade students. From June 9-14, 2024, our participants will travel to Louisville, KY where they will help residents with home repair, painting, and yard work, or serve at local agencies that support local families, children, or seniors in need. Nightly programs include Mass, skits, music, prayer, game, adoration, and lots of fun. Adult chaperones are also needed. Watch this video for a glimpse at last year’s mission, check out the CHWC Louisville website, or click on this link for more information. Contact Darci Mills with any questions at dmills@stmichaelcommunity.org or 630-462-5044.
All current 7th-12th graders and adults are welcome to attend the first ever Joliet Youth Day held at Lewis University on Saturday, June 1st. This fun-filled event will include great rock music, nationally known speakers, Eucharistic Adoration, and end with Mass with Bishop Hicks (his personal invitation to all our teens is here). If you're interested, watch this video for a glimpse at last year’s conference or check out the Joliet Youth Day website. You can purchase tickets through the St. Michael Youth Ministry by submitting $75 per person to WeShare. Contact Darci Mills with any questions at dmills@stmichaelcommunity.org or 630-462-5044.

CALENDAR

COMMUNITY POSTS

SFHS SUMMER CAMPS – Registration is open! (pdf attached)
Wide variety of camps and clinics available for students entering grades 1-12. Register at https://sfhs.8to18.com/accounts/login.
Art Camps: Drawing & Painting, Mixed Media
Athletic Camps: Baseball, Basketball, Cheer, Cross Country, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Strength & Conditioning, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling
Band Camps: Beginning Guitar, Jazz Band, Band Camp, Music Ensemble, Drumline, Orchestra
Choir Camps: RockAppella, ILMEA Choral, Vocal Arts, Vocal Jazz
Academic Camps: Fun with Grammar (for incoming 9th graders), ACT/SAT Prep, Chinese Culture
Technology Camp: STEP: Spartan Tech Entry Program (for incoming 9th graders)
Theatre Camps: Summer Musical, Young Spartan Showcase, Stage Crew
Any questions? Please contact Director of Admissions Maureen Isphording at misphording@sfhscollegeprep.org or (630) 668-5800, ext. 1120.
You are invited! Click to view: Glenbard Parent Series