AGW 3/13
Dear Lancer Families,
It was another great week—longer than we’re used to—but we survived! It’s crazy to think that six years ago today… also on Friday the 13th, I was sitting here writing a message about school being canceled for two weeks. Of course, we all know how that turned out! It’s amazing to look back and realize how much we’ve all been through together since then, and how grateful we are to be together each day here at St. Michael.
This week we hosted a very successful Book Fair. It was wonderful to see the excitement around reading throughout the school. A big thank you goes out to the many volunteers who gave their time to help make the week run smoothly, as well as to the SMPO for organizing and supporting the event. Opportunities like this truly enrich the experience for our students, and we are grateful for the strong support from our parent community.
Saturday evening our parish will celebrate a special milestone as we mark the 20th anniversary of the reopening of the church. There will be a special 5:00pm Mass, followed by a celebration in the gym with food, drinks, and entertainment. It promises to be a wonderful evening for our parish community to gather, celebrate, and give thanks.
This weekend also begins our three-day Parish Mission, titled “Holiness and Mission in the Middle of the World: The Lay Vocation,” presented by Peter Andrastek. Parish missions are always a great opportunity for reflection and spiritual renewal during the Lenten season. Please be sure to check the church bulletin for the full schedule and additional details.
Finally, a reminder that next Friday will be our second Fish Fry of the Lenten season, taking place from 5:00–7:00pm in the Parish Center. These evenings are always a great opportunity for fellowship within our parish and school community, and we hope to see many of you there.
Thank you for your continued support of our school and parish. Have a wonderful weekend!
Make it a GREAT day, Lancers!
Adam Ferguson
Principal
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Golf Outing: The 1st Annual “Lancers on the Links” Golf Outing will take place on June 5th, and we’re excited to invite our school community to a day of fun and fellowship on the course while supporting St. Michael Parish School. Registration opens Monday, March 16, and space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot early. This is a 21+ event, and all participants must register online at smpsgolfouting.givesmart.com. We are incredibly grateful for the generosity and support our community has shown throughout the year, and we’re looking forward to this wonderful opportunity to come together, support our school, and enjoy a great day of golf. More details and sponsorship opportunities are available on the website.
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Open the info and scan the QR code to complete the correct Google form!
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On Saturday, March 21, 2026, we will be hosting the 6th Annual SMPS Men’s March Madness/Crokinole/Poker Night!!!
Location: St. Mike's Cafeteria - Enter through Door 1 and head downstairs. (Door Code 8045#)
Time: Doors open at 6:15pm. Poker games and Crokinole Tournament will begin at 7:00pm
Details:
BYOB
Pizzas and snacks will be provided
Multiple screens to watch the NCAA basketball games
Crokinole Tournament (*Details below)
Poker Games (Cash Games)
Horse Racing (Fun betting game)
Not into playing cards? Come anyway and hang out with other SMPS dads!
*Crokinole Tournament
If you signed up through the Blue & Gold Gala then you are paid and registered.
If you want to join the Crokinole Tournament, find a partner and email Pat Boland or Topher Garcia to register. ($25 at the door to enter the tournament)
Feel free to invite a neighbor, friend, or fellow parishioner!!
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Please join us for St. Mike's annual Daddy Daughter event on Saturday, April 11th from 6:30-8:30PM in the Enchanted Forest (otherwise known as Cashin Gym). Dads (or Grandfathers, Uncles, or other VIPS) will join the girls for a magical good time of twirling beneath twinkling lights and dancing among enchanted trees! Create magical memories that will last forever!
Purchase tickets HERE
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Ready, Set, Glow! April 18 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM in Cashin Gym.
Get ready for a night that shines! We are excited to invite our school families to the Mother - Son Glow Party, a fun‑filled evening celebrating our boys and the amazing women who support them.
Sons are invited to attend with their moms or other special women in their lives – grandmas, aunts, or other VIPs - for a high‑energy night of glowing fun.
You can glow your own way! To really light up the night, wear white, neon, or super‑bright colors—they glow the most under the lights and make the dance floor extra fun.
Glow fast! Early registrants (by April 4th) receive an exclusive, personalized glow favor.
Purchase tickets here: https://forms.gle/NQPxmqNMQtFKAfeD8
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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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School Calendar: The much anticipated 2026–2027 School Calendar is now available for viewing! Please click this LINK to access the full calendar and begin planning for the upcoming school year. As we do each year, we work hard to align our calendar with District 200 whenever possible to help limit the number of “No Bus Days” for our families. We also make every effort to stay in sync with other local Catholic High Schools, recognizing that many families have older children attending those schools. We hope this early release helps your family plan ahead for the year!
💬 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
Congratulations to our All-Conference 8th grade basketball players!
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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Dust off your Easter baskets and get ready for a morning of pure springtime magic! We are thrilled to invite you and your families to our Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 21, at the St. Francis Kuhn Stadium!
Event Details:
Saturday, March 21 @ 10:00 a.m.
St. Francis High School - Kuhn Memorial Field
FREE! All are welcome to join the fun.
We'll have eggs filled with treasures just waiting to be found throughout the game field, and donuts to help kickstart the morning. Facepainting and balloon-making will also be offered and get ready for a celebrity sighting...the Easter Bunny is joining us!
RSVP Today!
To make sure we have enough donuts (and eggs!) for everyone, please let us know you're joining us: RSVP here!
We can't wait to see you there - thank you to the SFHS Alumni Association for co-hosting this event!
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Click for Details on Fenwick High School’s “Coffee Chats” for Parents of Future Friars - March 27 & April 23
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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!
Thank you to our Bookfair Coordinators and to all who supported this years event! Happy reading to all!
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