AGW 12/12
Dear Lancer Families,
Last night’s Christmas Concert and 5th Grade Play was nothing short of spectacular! Our students lit up the stage, filling Cashin Gym with beautiful music, lively performances, and the joyful spirit of the season. The performances were spirited, polished, and truly showcased the amazing heart and talent of our students.
A very special thank you to Mrs. Petrando and Mr. Tabisz for directing the 5th Grade Play with such dedication and creativity. Their leadership brought out the best in our students and made the night one to remember. This year was Mr. T’s last year with us and he will be sorely missed by all.
We are also deeply grateful to our incredible 5th Grade Play moms (Mrs. Richardson, Mrs. Kojak, and Mrs. O’Malley) for their time, vision, and behind the scenes support. Their help made the play shine! Thank you as well to our 5th grade teachers, Mrs. Brown and Mrs. Gestaut, for supporting the students every step of the way.
And of course, a heartfelt thank you to all our K–4 teachers for helping prepare their students so beautifully for the concert. Your hard work and encouragement were evident in every song sung and every smile on stage.
It was truly an amazing night of community, celebration, and Christmas spirit. Thank you to all who helped make it possible!
Calendar events next week:
-12/17 - Dickens of a Christmas (6th Grade Performance)
-12/18 - Out of Uniform Day - Ugly Christmas Sweater/Holiday Shirt
-12/19 - ALL School Mass (8:00am)
NO BUS DAY: there will be no buses when we return on Monday, January 5th! Please mark your calendars and arrange to drop off and pick up that day.
More THANK YOU’s: A big thank-you to Abby Klima and Sam Powell for organizing this year’s Donuts with Santa. The festive spirit was alive in the Parish Center last Saturday as families gathered to visit with Santa and enjoyed the joy and warmth of the Christmas season together.
Tuition Assistance/Financial Aid: The 2026-27 FACTS Grant & Aid application portal is now open for families to apply for financial aid through the Catholic Education Foundation. Anyone seeking tuition assistance through SMPS must complete the online application through FACTs/CEF. ***The Kazma Scholarship deadline is February 1 and the CEF Scholarship deadline is April 1. Click LINK for more information.Make it a great day, Lancers!
Adam Ferguson
Principal
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Attention students! Attention artists! Click for details!
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St. Michael Family Night at the Chicago Wolveshockey game is January 17 at 7 PM. Everyone will receive a free Chicago Wolves hat and we’ll all be seated together. Our school name will also be on the LED boards during the game! Ticket orders are due December 15! Order form attached.
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Dear Current St. Michael Families,
A spot has already been reserved for your returning Lancer!
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If you have a NEW student to enroll for next year you must open a NEW application AND complete the P/K Preference Form (2 steps):
Applications Opened on 11/1/2025: Enter your NEW student through thisFACTS application. The system will “recognize” your login and current student(s) because you already have an account. Please use the same email you use for Family Portal so it doesn’t create a duplicate account. After you log in and go under “Application,” it will give you a button at the bottom of the page to click labeled “Create a New Student Application.” You only need to add your NEW student, since your current student is already in the FACTS system. [Due by December 15at the latest so we can guarantee space for your new Lancer.]
P/K Preference Form Is Open Now: If your NEW student is entering Preschool or Kindergarten, please also fill out this P/K Preference Form[due by December 15at the latest to guarantee preference]. If your NEW student is not entering P or K, please skip this step.
If you have a RETURNING student who will be a Preschooler or Kindergartener next year:
Please fill out this P/K Preference Form for each 2026-2027 Preschool or Kindergarten student [due by December 15 at the latest].
If you have NO new students and NO Preschooler or Kindergartener for 2026-2027, and your returning student(s) is in Grades 1-8* there are no requirements at this time!
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8th Grade Graduation Pictures
Graduation pictures will be taken on Thursday, January 8, 2026 first thing in the morning. 8th Grade students may be out of uniform in dress attire.
Portraits are taken in both cap and gown and then in dress attire. Once we receive the proofs they will be sent home to each family with the available packages for purchase. No payment is needed at this time.
Girls may wear dresses, skirts, or slacks with appropriate tops/blouses. No jeans or leggings are allowed.
Boys may wear suits, dress shirt with dress pants. Boys must have a tie on for cap and gown pictures. No bow ties because of the gown placement.
All students should avoid wearing green since they are photographed against a green screen.
There will be a $10 fee charged for retakes, with a date TBD.
Check email for more details.
💬 Reminder! Order hot lunch! New students will need an ID number to complete the order. For your student’s meal order ID number, log into FACTS and click Resource Documents under School. Scroll down to: My Meal Order 25-26 students.
UPCOMING EVENTS
COMMUNITY POSTS
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Attached is the private/homeschool incoming freshman packet. I would greatly appreciate you sending this on to any parents that are considering Wheaton North for the upcoming school year. Here are the important dates to know:
Online registration opens on January 19, 2026 for incoming 2026-2027 freshman
Incoming freshman orientation at Wheaton North, January 21, 2027, 7 pm to 9 pm
The registration deadline to be included with current eighth grade students in our district for course selection is 2/27/2026. Online registration, the course selection sheet, and all registration documents must be completed/ brought to me by this date. Registration will be accepted after 2/27 but many electives may be full after this date.
Appointments are REQUIRED to bring in your proof of residency documents and birth certificate.
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You’re invited to the Womens’ Faith Group “Advent By Candlelight.”
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