AGW 10/10
Dear Lancer Families,
It was a short week, but still a great one as always! A big thank you to all who came out for Parent-Teacher Conferences. We truly appreciate the time to connect and partner together in your child’s growth. We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend ahead!
Trivia Night - Don’t forget to mark your calendars for Trivia Night on November 8th—a fun school community event and a great excuse for an adult night out! Gather your team, pick a theme, and get ready for some friendly competition and lots of laughs.
Hot Lunch Survey - We’ve noticed that Hot Lunch orders through Quest have been lower than expected, and we want to make sure we’re offering meals that students truly enjoy. To help us improve, we are asking for your feedback through a short survey. Please use this LINK to complete the survey and let us know what meals your child would like to see offered each day. If you have suggestions for meal items not listed, there’s also a space to share those ideas. This is for Hot Lunch orders on Mondays-Thursdays…not FFF on Fridays. Your input will help us create a menu that students are excited about!
Thank you for your time and support!
Make it a great day, Lancers!
Adam Ferguson
Principal
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Lunch Room Volunteers Needed M-TH: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EA9AF29AAFAC25-58201632-lunchroom#/
Fun Food Friday Volunteers Sign Up (Grades K - 8th)https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EA9AF29AAFAC25-57785966-funfood
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Saint Michael School’s Lancer Band program, in partnership with Suburban Music Saint Michael students in grades 4-8 are invited to participate in the Lancer Band, our popular after-school band program. Lancer Band will meet after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the music room for 45-minute rehearsals. Two levels of Lancer Band are available, based on grade/experience. The Cadet (beginner) Band is available for first-time students from 4th, 5th, or 6th grades. The Symphonic Band will be composed of students who have at least one year or more of experience from 6th through 8th grades.
Sign up with our enrollment form at www.SuburbanMusicWheaton.com/LancerBand
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Parent Talk Series: Screenagers
October 16 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Cafeteria - Babysitting Available On-site! -
Chef’s Night Off - Warrenville Ale House
October 22 - all day!
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SMPO Invites you to join us for our Annual Poinsettia Sale Fundraiser!
The Advent and Christmas seasons are approaching. Check one to-do off your list and order a
lovely holiday poinsettia from Schaefer Greenhouses! The fresh plants are delivered in a pot cover and a festive holiday sleeve.
It's easy to order!
You can either complete this form: https://forms.gle/Eb5GRANU8zrm64f79
> If your online order was successfully submitted, you will receive a confirmation email! <OR you can print and complete the attached order form and send it to the school office with your payment of cash or check payable to SMPO by Monday, November 3. If paying by check, please write Poinsettia in the memo line.
Orders will arrive on Thursday, December 4. School pick-up location and time will be
communicated closer to the delivery date.
If you have any questions, please contact Nikki Melody at nicholecool23@gmail.com.
Thank you for your support!
St. Michael Parent Organization -
Did you know we’re still collecting BOX TOPS? All you have to do is download the app and scan a paper receipt or upload a digital receipt. So easy! Every cent will help us meet our $500 goal! So download the app today: https://apps.apple.com/.../box-tops-for.../id1150038564
Plus, if you scan the referral QR code attached or use code: R0665KKF, you can earn 50 Bonus Box Tops just for scanning your first receipt and so will Stephanie Emmons - which all goes back to St. Mike’s! -
Have a high schooler who works well with kids and is looking for a fun, flexible after-school job? Have them apply at St. Michael!
💬 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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Looking for a little tutoring help for your student? Check out this new offering from College Tutors.
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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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Good morning! Marmion is excited to welcome 8th grade young men and women to Make it Marmion Day on Monday, October 13!
We are also inviting parents who drop off their students to stay for the morning; enjoy a continental breakfast and learn more about Marmion’s “next chapter!”
Please view the attached graphic! If you have any questions, please let me know.
Thank you so much!
Most sincerely,
Nancy Konrath
Go Cadets!
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Join us for the next Catholic High School
Admissions Fair Sponsored by the Diocese of Joliet and Benedictine University in partnership with the Diocese of Rockford.
Thursday, October 23 from 6-8 p.m.
@ Benedictine University, Daniel L. Goodwin Hall of Business, 5700 College Road in Lisle
For 4th-8th grade students and families to explore exhibits, speak with school representatives and learn about the admissions process and financial aid.
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Sunday, October 5 and Sunday, November 9 at 9 am
Rosary College Prep will be hosting practice high school entrance exams for all current 8th graders.
This practice entrance exam will allow 8th grade girls and boys to become familiar with the exam in a realistic testing situation.
Rosary and many Catholic high schools use the results of this exam and other factors to determine acceptance, class placement, and scholarship decisions.
The practice exam is $30 per student and is open to BOTH boys and girls.
Register HERE
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