AGW 5/14
Dear Lancer Families,
We are officially in the final countdown to the end of the school year… just 9 more school days remain! It is hard to believe how quickly this year has gone by, and these final days are filled with many special moments for our students and staff.
This week, we celebrated a beautiful Confirmation Ceremony with our 8th graders. It was a wonderful opportunity to witness our students continue their faith journey as they received the gifts of the Holy Spirit. We are so proud of them and all they have accomplished during their time at SMPS. As they prepare for their final days as Lancers, we know they are also looking forward to their graduation next Wednesday, a milestone that will no doubt be both joyful and emotional for many families.
State Track & Field: This weekend, we also have a number of Lancers competing in the State Track & Field Meet. Congratulations to all of our athletes for their tremendous effort, dedication, and success throughout the season.
4 x 100M Relay - Anthony Cataquiz, Arjun Bana, Maximus Garcia, CJ Kolinski (alternate for Leo Sendek who qualified but is unable to compete)
Shot Put - Maximus Garcia
800M - Kate Henkel
1600M - Kate Henkel
4 x 400M Relay - Morgan Fanter, Stella Carrasco, Emma Jourdan, Quinn Foley
We wish them the very best as they represent SMPS at the state level!
Years of Service: We would like to recognize and celebrate the members of our staff who recently reached milestone years of service at St. Michael Parish School. We are incredibly grateful for their dedication, commitment, and the countless ways they have positively impacted our students, families, and school community over the years. Their hard work, faith-filled leadership, and love for our mission help make SMPS such a special place. We thank them for their many years of service and continued devotion to our school family!
5 Years
Tom Farmer
Nicole Griffin
Lauri Malee
Maggie Nagode
Laura White
10 Years
Judi Fuller
Lisa Keough
Jenn Stieb
15 Years
Janet Ray
Katy Zaremba
20 Years
Chris Bailey
30 Years
Karen Gabriel
And a VERY special congratulations goes to Mr. Cashin as he celebrates an incredible 55 years at St. Michael Parish School. Mr. Cashin is one of the most caring, compassionate, thoughtful, and faith-filled members of our staff. He truly represents the essence of what it means to be a Lancer. Generations of students and families have benefitted from his presence — from his years teaching and coaching in the gym, to his help in the lunchroom, to the countless stories he shares about students and families throughout the years. He is a true gentleman, one of a kind, and a treasured part of our school community. Thank you, Mr. Cashin, for enriching the lives of so many students over the past 55 years. Your impact on St. Michael Parish School is immeasurable.
Cashin/Flynn Scholarship: We were also proud to recognize this year’s Cashin/Flynn Scholarship recipients during Mass this week. Students submitted applications and wrote essays as part of the selection process for this merit-based scholarship opportunity. These $1,000 tuition scholarships are awarded annually to two students in each of the 6th, 7th, and 8th grades.We would like to thank all of the students who applied and congratulate this year’s recipients:
6th Grade: Nora Boland & Frannie O'Donnell
7th Grade: Maggie Lavin & Sophia Mendoza
8th Grade: Kate Henkel & Anthony Cataquiz
Congratulations to these outstanding students for their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence both inside and outside the classroom.
As we head into these final days of the school year, thank you for your continued partnership, support, and prayers. Let’s finish the year strong together!
Make it a GREAT day, Lancers!
Adam Ferguson
Principal
Go, Lancers! Wishing best of luck, speed, strength, health, and reward to our State track & field athletes! We’re so proud of you!
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IMPORTANT REMINDERS
SMPO needs Auxiliary Chairs! Please consider applying your talents or skills to one of the 8 open roles on the application - like the Daddy Daughter Dance and Poinsettia Sale. Time commitments vary, so if you have questions about the roles please feel free to email us at smpopresident@gmail.com. Link to application: https://forms.gle/1Yyrk7Sc32BejnoR7
Chef’s Night Off - Mark your calendars for Chef’s Night Off Culver's in Wheaton (Roosevelt Road) on Monday, May 11 from 5 to 8 PM. No flyer needed!
Save the Date! The Volunteer Mass and Coffee is May 13. We’ll announce the recipients of the 2026-27 Cashin Flynn Scholarship and the 2026-27 SMPO Executive Board. We’ll also honor our board members who are rolling off, the SMPS teachers and staff who have reached a milestone year and finally, our teachers and staff who are retiring.
The School Tool Box site is live and ready for your orders for the 2026-2027 school year. Why we do this - It's a fundraiser for the school! This is not mandatory, but easy and saves you a trip or many trips to the store. Families have the option to preorder Supply Kits for all grades. Please email celiaryan11@gmail.com with any questions.
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Hello SMPS Families!
Before the school year sneaks up on us, here’s why grabbing a school supply box kit is kind of the best idea ever:
No scavenger hunts — You won’t need divine intervention to find wide‑ruled paper in August.
Teacher-approved — Kits include exactly what our Catholic school teachers request, down to the last glue stick.
Built-in consistency — Every student starts with the same high‑quality supplies, which helps classrooms run smoothly.
Supports the school community — This is a fundraiser for St. Michael.
A little extra peace — And who doesn’t want more peace? St. Michael would be proud.
One click = done — A small miracle in itself. School Supply Kit pre-orders will be shipped DIRECTLY TO SCHOOL, LABELED and DELIVERED TO YOUR CHILD'S CLASSROOM before the 1st day of school. You can also choose to have your kit shipped to your home.
Let’s make back‑to‑school season a LOT easier for everyone.
If you have any questions, please email Celia Tagliareni - celiaryan11@gmail.com
Thank you!
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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.
Way to go, Preschool 4 students! We loved your Spring Sing red carpet show!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Our Principal’s Coupon Book holder is making the most of the end of the year! And we’re loving it! Way to go!
“Great job” to our special Music Teacher for the day! You did awesome!
COMMUNITY INVITATIONS
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For our first grade families, please consider signing the “Wait Until 8th” pledge. “Wait Until 8th” is a parent-led pledge where families join together and agree to delay giving their kids smartphones until at least the end of 8th grade. The pledge is already active for the current first grade class at St. Mikes, which means over ten families have signed. If you are interested in signing up, please do so at https://www.waituntil8th.org. Any questions, please direct to Joyce Tumminaro and Teresa Westfall.
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JrHS ALL-SPORT SUMMER CAMP 8/3-8/6
For rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders
Limited to 20 boys and 20 girls
August 3-6 (Mon-Thu)
12:00-4:00 pm on CATHF Campus
5205 Kingston Ave, Lisle, IL
Boys participate in basketball, soccer, rugby, and volleyball
Ladies participate in basketball, soccer, and volleyball
Campers will participate in two different sports each day, with a snack break and a formation talk on character.
If there is someone else I should contact about this, please let me know.
Thank you for your efforts, prayers, and support.
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UPCOMING EVENTS FOR STUDENTS & PARENTS– Registration is open for all events!
FUTURE SPARTAN SHADOW DAYS at SFHS – 7th & 8th grade students see classes with a student host, have lunch, and experience college prep with a Franciscan spirit. Students gain a deeper perspective as they prepare to make important high school decisions, seeing new classes, meeting different teachers, and experiencing the confidence and excitement that come with being closer to high school.
Select days, Monday-Friday
7TH GRADE NIGHT - All 7th graders are invited to a fun-packed evening at St. Francis High School! Meet current SFHS students and fellow 7th grade future Spartans and participate in team-building activities, including the Spartan Amazing Race.
Friday, April 10; 6:00-7:30 p.m.
BOYS VOLLEYBALL MIDDLE SCHOOL NIGHT - Come cheer on the Spartans! Free admission for grade school students with your pre-registration. Come 30 minutes before the game time to enter a raffle and win prizes.
Monday, April 13; 6:00 p.m.
SPARTAN SHOWCASE: PERSONAL TOUR NIGHT -Personal Tour Nights are designed with your family in mind. These personal tours offer a flexible, small-group opportunity to explore our campus and learn how SFHS can support your student's growth in faith, learning, leadership, and service.
Thursday, April 16; 6:00-7:15 p.m.
Register for events at https://www.sfhscollegeprep.org/admissions/visit-st-francis-high-school
SUMMER CAMPS:
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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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
Shout out for our honorary deputy drop-off! So cool!
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FAITH IN ACTION. Hearts in motion.
Thank you to our special Student Flag Bearer!
