AGW 2/27
Dear Lancer Families,
As we close out the second week of Lent, I am grateful for the many ways our school community continues to pray, reflect, and grow together during this sacred season. Lent invites us to slow down, refocus our hearts, and prepare for the joy of Easter through prayer, sacrifice, and service.
Today, our teachers and administration gathered at Benet Academy along with educators from across the Diocese for a day of reflection and professional development. It was a meaningful opportunity to step away from our daily routines, deepen our own Lenten journey, and collaborate with fellow Catholic educators. Days like today strengthen not only our professional practice but also our shared mission of forming the hearts and minds of our students.
NO School (3/6) - A reminder that we will have a second Teacher In-Service Day on Friday, March 6, so there will be no school that day.
Fish Frys - March 6 is also the first of our two Parish Fish Frys, beginning at 5:00 p.m. We hope to see many of our school families there in support of our parish community and to enjoy a wonderful Lenten tradition together.
Stations of the Cross - Although we have not been able to gather as a school for Stations of the Cross the past two weeks—and will miss next Friday as well—there are still opportunities to participate. Stations of the Cross are held in the church each Friday evening at 6:00 p.m. I encourage your family to consider attending as part of your Lenten observance.
School Advisory Board - St. Michael Parish School will have two to three openings on our School Advisory Board for the upcoming school year, and we are seeking interested current school parents to consider applying. Parents who are interested are asked to complete the attached application and email it to Stef Hull, Board Secretary, at stef.hull@me.com, no later than March 1st.
Executive Functioning Workshop - The Nurturing Wisdom Tutoring team will lead an interactive session for 7th & 8th Graders, focused on executive functioning skills and strategies, including organization, time management, and effective study habits. See the previous email for more details. Registration Deadline: Friday, March 6, 2026.
Thank you for your continued partnership in faith and education. May the remainder of Lent be a time of grace and renewal for your family.
Make it a GREAT day, Lancers!
Adam Ferguson
Principal
Congrats to all our 8th grade basketball players!
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Here's an exciting experience for your imaginative child. This class will awaken the inner Artist! We explore all the basics of visual arts, in a fun and confident setting that ensures success for every child. All supplies included - Basic drawing, portraits, action, and cartooning. Students complete several different projects and learn to draw whimsical characters, Animals, everyday objects, and action scenes. Young Rembrandts Artists gain so much confidence. Double your child’s creative spirit and art skills. Add this workshop to your Child's schedule. Don’t miss out, sign up today!
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We’re excited for the upcoming Ignatius Book Fair that will be held from March 9 - 15! Please see the attached flyer for a sneak peak!
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7th and 8th grade students and parents - Nurturing Wisdom is excited to bring their executive functioning workshop to St. Michael. The workshop will take place on Thursday, March 12, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost is $75 and you can sign up here: https://nurturingwisdom.wufoo.com/forms/w1fuuv95166xqyx/
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Be sure to add “Fish Fry” to your calendar on FRIDAY, MARCH 6 & FRIDAY, MARCH 20! They’ll be open from 5-7pm for dine-in, take-out, or drive-up to-go!
“Don’t Cook! Come to the Fish Fry!”
💬 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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Come for a special Mass with Bishop Spies and a Reception celebrating the 20th anniversary of the church dedication following the fire and rebuilding.
Please RSVP for the reception by March 4th. Scan the QR code in this invitation to RSVP or use this link https://forms.gle/hE7moMYV5ia3giyZ6
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At last!!! The long awaited information about Vacation Bible School 2026!! JUNE 22-26, 9am-12pm
Registration opens March 16th. Open to all students in K-5 (for fall 2026).
Thank you for your patience!
More information will be coming soon. We are grateful to St. John the Baptist in Winfield for partnering with us to host VBS in June. Registration will be limited and unfortunately, there will be no Preschool session offered this year. The good news??? We will be back at St. Michael better than ever in the Summer of 2027!!
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Come to a special Parish Mission this Lent: Sunday, March 15 @6:30pm and Monday, March 16 @6:30pm.
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Surrender Workshop
“Jesus, I trust in you. But Seriously... What’s the Plan?
What if God isn’t asking you to figure it all out… but simply to trust Him in the middle of the mess?
Join us for a morning of sisterhood, laughter, inspiring stories, and powerful prayer practices as speaker and resilience coach Jenny Krumdrick invites us to experience the freedom of surrender.
Together we’ll explore:What surrender really means (and doesn’t!)
Why letting go of the outcome doesn’t mean we stop showing up
How to glorify God with our process, not just our perfection
A reimagined Surrender Novena prayer you can actually live out
You’ll leave feeling lighter, more aligned, and renewed for your Lenten journey, with practical ways to lay down your burdens and trust Jesus more deeply.
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Date: Saturday, March 7th
Time: 8 am Mass; 8:30 Breakfast & Workshop
Location: St. Michael's Catholic Church, Wheaton
RSVP at http://stmichaelcommunity.org/donate by March 3. Bring your sister, neighbor, or mom friend — or just come as you are. -
View the listings for parent program offerings through the Glenbard Parent Series. Many are offered in dual format for live or zoom attendance. https://gpsparentseries.org
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Click Here to Register for SFHS Summer Camps!
Registration is now open for SFHS Summer Camps, featuring a wide variety of programs for students in grades 1–12. Designed to spark curiosity and build confidence, our camps allow students to explore new interests or deepen their skills in areas they already love. From athletics and performing arts to creative and academic experiences, there’s something for every camper at SFHS.
Visit our Summer Camps webpage to view the full list of offerings and learn more. Space is limited and camps fill quickly, so we encourage families to register early.
We look forward to welcoming you to SFHS for a fun, engaging, and memorable summer!
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Experience the difference! Join us for a Prospective Parent Shadow Day
to visit classrooms, meet with teachers and counselors,
and see firsthand what a day at Marmion is really like.
RSVP at www.marmion.org/parentshadow
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Congratulations to the Great River Invitational’s “Grand Champions”…St. Michael’s SHINE!
“Happy birthday!” and a big “Thank you!” to Mr. Tom, our crossing guard.
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