AGW 11/7
Dear Lancer Families,
This week, Fr. Tony shared a beautiful message during our All School Mass, reminding students that LOVE is the greatest commandment of all. He encouraged everyone to show love through kindness, forgiveness, and service to others—living out our faith in everyday actions. It was a wonderful reminder of what it truly means to follow Christ’s example of love.
END OF 1ST TIMESTER – November 14th: The first trimester is wrapping up soon! Please encourage your child to give their best effort, check in with teachers, and complete any missing homework before the end of the grading period. Let’s finish strong and celebrate all the hard work our students have put in this trimester!
TRAFFIC REMINDER: Please remember that the left turns into our parking lot from Willow Ave. are not permitted—this has never been allowed, but it’s especially important to follow now with the ongoing construction and increased traffic. To help keep everyone safe and traffic flowing smoothly, please stage on West Street and make a right turn into our lot from Willow Ave. Thank you for your patience and cooperation!
COLD WEATHER REMINDER: As temperatures drop, please make sure students come to school with winter coats, hats, and gloves—we do go outside for recess! Also, label all items with your child’s name to help us return them if they get misplaced. Our Lost and Found table is growing with many quality items waiting to be reunited with their owners.
LUNCH REMINDER: We’ve noticed an increase in the number of students arriving at school without a lunch. Please double-check that your child has their lunch each morning. While we do keep a limited supply of backup items in the office, they are intended only for occasional emergencies. Thank you for helping us ensure every student has what they need for the day!
Make it a great day, Lancers!
Adam Ferguson
Principal
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Capri Pizza is running a special fundraiser for St. Mike’s. From November 2-8, 20% of all pizza sales and 10% of all non-pizza sales will go back to our school. That’s all week! You must give them a printed flyer (PRINT THIS ONE or your child should have brought one home).
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This Monday… Eat tacos! or burritos! or bowls! or salads! Chipotle (on Naperville Rd in Wheaton) will give 25% back to SMPS for sales on Monday, 11/10 from 4-8pm.
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Get some holiday shopping done by joining us for a Kendra Scott Gives Back Event on November 13 from 5 - 7 PM at their Naperville location. 20% of all purchases benefit SMPS! You can also shop online with code GIVEBACK-KFVGN.
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“Autumn savings are in session” at Schoolbelles: CLICK TO SHOP
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One of our Lancer Alumns (Madeline Zeller & recently crowned Miss Illinois) is hosting a fundraiser here at St. Michael (a delicious one!)
Support the YWCA & enjoy delicious homemade cookies! Prices range $1-$2, cash only
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Ho! Ho! Ho!
Santa’s Secret Shop is returning to St. Mikes!
Children in kindergarten - 5th grade are invited to participate in the upcoming “Santa’s Secret Shop” on Friday, December 5th during the school day. There will be a large variety of gifts in different price ranges to choose from. Parent volunteers and for our K-2 students, their buddies!, will help the children pick that perfect gift for the price they want. Imagine the fun the kids will have surprising a loved one with a “secret” gift they bought all by themselves! Please keep in mind when making your list of who to shop for that each class will have 20 minutes to shop, purchase, and have their gifts wrapped. The majority of gifts range from $1-$7 with some higher end options up to $20.
A “money control” envelope will be sent home next week so you can help them decide who they should buy gifts for and how much they should spend. You can even suggest ways that your child can earn extra money. Please have your children bring the envelopes back to school on shopping day - December 5th!
A credit card option is offered in addition to cash or check. You may go onto the website www.funhgs.com or scan the QR code on the envelope and pay ahead. Any balance will be returned in cash, not locked into an account for future use. If you choose this option, please put the amount prepaid on the envelope so the child knows their budget, and be mindful the purchased amount does not include their service fee.
This event creates wonderful memories for the children while teaching them to budget their money and make their own decisions. Any questions? Contact one of the committee elves.
Thank you!Santa’s Secret Workshop Committee
Cheryl Cassidy and Jackey Kerger
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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!
💬 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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St. Michael families are planning a ski weekend…and you’re invited!
Click to view the flyer with info & sign-up link.
*Important Note: this event is not a school or parish sponsored event - just families connecting through the community, planning this event together!
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UPCOMING EVENTS FOR STUDENTS & PARENTS (graphics attached) – Registration is open for all events!
FUTURE SPARTAN SHADOW DAYS at SFHS – 8th grade students see classes with a student host, have lunch, and experience college prep with a Franciscan spirit.
Select days, Monday-Friday
SPARTAN SHOWCASE: PERSONAL TOUR NIGHTS - 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.
Tuesday, October 21; 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, November 19; 6:00 p.m.
SPARTAN SHOWCASE: OPEN HOUSE – Our most comprehensive visit event!
Sunday, November 2; 1:00 p.m.
STEP UP DAY (8th grade only) - Eighth graders will spend a half day exploring mini classes filled with demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and interactive activities.
Friday, October 10; 8:00 a.m.
RISE UP LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE (8th grade only) - Rise Up is an opportunity for all current 8th grade students to participate in a day of leadership, teamwork, character building, and service run by the National Honor Society. St. Francis High School’s National Honor Society members guide current 8th grade students through activities and workshops that prepare them for high school and beyond.
Saturday, November 8; 10:00 a.m.
FALL MIDDLE SCHOOL NIGHTS – Come cheer on the Spartans! Free admission for grade school students with your pre-registration.
Fall Play – “A Voice in the Dark: A Salem Story”: Thursday, October 16; 7:30 p.m.
Register for events at https://www.sfhscollegeprep.org/admissions/visit-st-francis-high-school
St. Francis High School, a co-educational Catholic institution in Wheaton, Illinois, is dedicated to college preparation and has been fostering students' spiritual, academic, physical, and social growth for over 65 years.
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Upcoming Events
SHADOW DAYS:
A Shadow Day gives 7th and 8th graders the opportunity to immerse themselves in a traditional school day and learn why every day is a great day to be a Redwing!
Tuesdays & Thursdays - beginning in October
8:00 AM - 2:15 PMBAGELS AT BENET:
Parents, please join us for coffee and conversation about Benet with our Director of Admissions, Matt Grigas, our Manager of Admissions, Kelsey Peceniak, and several other faculty members, counselors, administrators, and students.
Select Wednesdays October - April
8:00 AM - 10:00 AMSTEP-UP DAYS:
Designed specifically for 7th and 8th graders, a Step-Up Day is a half-day where future Redwings experience what it will be like to "step-up" to 9th grade as an athlete, artist, and faith-centered student.
Friday, October 10; 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Tuesday, November 11; 7:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Optional HSPT Prep Workshop: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PMOPEN HOUSE:
An opportunity for the whole family to meet our faculty, staff, coaches, students, and other members of the Benet community while learning how Benet fosters the on-going religious, intellectual, and social development of its students.
Sunday, October 19; 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMPRACTICE ENTRANCE EXAM:
Created to reduce anxiety and provide meaningful feedback prior to the Entrance Exam, our practice test stimulates the full Entrance Exam for your child while giving them practical experience to help them find even greater success on the exam in December.
Saturday, November 8; 8:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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