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“Where faith soars, minds excel, and futures ignite”
Week of September 15th - September 21st
2023-2024 School Year - Issue #4
"Be who you were created to be, and you will set the world on fire."
-St. Catherine of Siena
Few Items
Hello St. Michael- St. Clement Students and Families,
- We urgently request your immediate attention to the Income Surveys, as time is running out. It is crucial that every single person participates by 9/15. Achieving a 100% participation rate is vital in order to obtain the precise data required for securing the essential funds that enable us to consistently deliver exceptional education to our students.
- I am filled with immense pride for our students and their exemplary conduct during our initial two masses of the year. The act of congregating as a school community every week to partake in the celebration of Mass holds a profound significance. Witnessing our students enter with reverence and maintain a quiet and respectful demeanor throughout was truly remarkable. I must confess, it was a deeply moving experience to hear their voices harmonize in worship, as they lifted their praises to the Lord. I wholeheartedly urge all families to join us in watching the live stream mass on Thursdays through our Facebook platform.
Yours in Christ,
Matt Zipp
2023-2024 Income Surveys
Please see the attached letter below regarding the 2023-2024 Income Surveys. Please complete the survey no later than September 15th, 2023. It is important that ALL families read the letter, and use the link to full out the survey.
If you are in need of a paper copy, please contact the office and we will send one home with your student.
Directions for Pick-Up
Principals Huddle
*** Regrettably, we have received a limited response regarding the Basketball Coordinator Position. In order to provide further details, I have attached a comprehensive Facts sheet below. It is crucial to understand that this position is voluntary and does not come with any financial compensation. However, if we are unable to find a coordinator before the upcoming meeting on 10/2, we will, unfortunately, be unable to participate in CYO Basketball this year.
Upcoming Dates at St. Michael- St. Clement
Friday, 9/15- Purple Friday
Friday, 9/15- Chick-Fil-A Lunch Day(reminder that if you did not purchase, you can not bring your own Chick-fil-a lunch in to school)
Monday, 9/18- Conrad's Night, HSA
Friday, 9/29- Noon Dismissal, Feast of St. Michael The Archangel
Saturday 9/30- HSA Maryland Corn Maze Fundraiser
Sunday 10/1- HSA Maryland Corn Maze Fundraiser
Friday, 10/6- Schools Closed for Students, AOB Professional Development Day
SEPTEMBER 2023
Important Drop-Off Reminder
Please remember that drop-off in the morning begins at 7:50AM and students are marked LATE at 8:05AM. After 8:05AM students must be escorted into the school office (either Main Building or Labouré Building). We understand that emergencies and unforeseen circumstances do arise. However, it is extremely important that students arrive on time for school each day. If you have any questions, please call the school office.
World's Finest Chocolate Sale
We are off to an AMAZING start to our chocolate sale! Boxes of chocolate are flying out the doors each day, which is incredible! Thank you to Mr. Tom Hayes from World's Finest Chocolate for coming to kick-off our sale this past Tuesday, September 12th. Students were able to see a fun video reminding them of the fantastic prizes they could win as well as reminders on how to sell safely to family and friends! A few lucky students even won a 1lb. chocolate bar for answering trivia questions correctly! Way to go!
Keep up the amazing work selling! If you would like to request additional boxes of chocolate to sell, please email Mrs. Kim Thayer at kthayer@stmstc.org.
Finally, CONGRATULATIONS to Georgia A. in 4th Grade for being our very first Golden Ticket Winner!! She won a 1 lb. bar of chocolate!! Who will our next winner be?
Student Expectations 2023-2024
"Nobody rises to low expectations”- Calvin Loyd
Purple Friday's
Get ready for the upcoming 2023 Ravens season because it's time to embrace Purple Fridays! We invite the entire school community to join us every Friday, unless there's a game scheduled on a Monday or Thursday, in which case we'll have a special Purple Day. Kindly follow these guidelines to make the most of this exciting tradition:
- Students are permitted to wear a Ravens Jersey, T-Shirt, Hoodie, or Jacket in place of their school uniform polo/shirt.
- Students are permitted to wear a plain Purple T-Shirt or Hoodie in place of their school uniform polo/shirt.
- Being good sports, if you are not a fan of the Ravens, another teams Jersey, Hoodie, or T-Shirt will be permitted in place of their school uniform polo/shirt.
- Everything else is Friday uniform as usual.
Come on out to the St. Michael- St. Clement School Gym on Tuesday evenings for some Dads over 30 Basketball. The games will start later on evenings when the HSA is held.
Children of Mary is Back for 2023-2024!
All students in grades 4 - 8 are invited to join the Children of Mary. The main purpose of the club is to increase understanding of and a devotion to Mary, the Mother of Jesus. We will meet twice a month on scheduled Thursdays from 3:00PM until 4:00PM. Mrs. House will provide a schedule of meetings. We pray, learn about Mary, make rosaries, serve others (sick, homeless, homebound, military, & others in need), make cards, socialize, and HAVE FUN! During the months of October and May we also lead the student body in the recitation of the rosary each day. We also sponsor the annual school May Crowning. If you are interested in joining this fun and faith-filled club, please click on the button below to view the full flyer and complete the sign-up form and return it to the school office as soon as possible. We are limited in the number of members this year so be sure to sign up quickly. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Linda House at lhouse@stmstc.org. Our first meeting will be held on Thursday, September 21st in Room 203.
Happenings with the Home & School Association
Dining Out at Conrad's
Maryland Corn Maze Fundraiser
Come out and celebrate the season of Fall at the Maryland Corn Maze! Saturday, September 30th and Sunday, October 1st are "St. Michael - St. Clement School Days." You can tour the 8-acre Super Hero Corn Maze, go on a hayride, pick a pumpkin, ride on a zipline, grab some delicious food, and much more!! You can purchase your tickets at MDCornMaze.com and use code STMSTC23 and St. Michael - St. Clement School will receive 15% back! Click the button below to view the flyer with coupons to use on your visit!
2023 Annual Christmas Bazaar
Grandma's Attic:
Grandma's Attic is a popular rummage-type sale that is also part of our annual Christmas Bazaar. We will be collecting toys, books, glassware, kitchenware, art, and home decorations beginning on Friday, September 15th. All items should be brought to the school office. Please NO clothing, hygiene supplies, broken or stained items.
Volunteers Needed:
We are in search of volunteers who can support our Christmas Bazaar in the following ways:
- Grandma's Attic Set-Up (prior to Bazaar)
- Making/Helping/Supporting with Fried Dough
If you can support in any of these ways, please click the link below.
T-Shirt Sale:
The final day to order this year's Christmas Bazaar t-shirt is TOMORROW, Friday, September 15th. Please click on the button below to download the order form. All money and order forms must be turned in by tomorrow in order for t-shirts to be ordered in time for the Bazaar. Students will be permitted to wear their shirts every Friday leading up to and including the bazaar day.
Uniforms
Students will be required to be in complete uniform for the 2023-2024 school year. Uniform requirements and guidelines can be found in our Parent/Student Handbook, which were given out at our "Sneak-a-Peek" event, as well as, clicking the image to the right. If you have any questions, please contact the school office. Thank you!
Register for Extended Care NOW!
Now is the time to register for Extended Care for the 2023-2024 school year! If you are a new or returning family and need extended care (before and/or after care), you must have a complete registration packet on file prior to starting. Extended Care begins for students in Grades 1-8 on the first FULL day of school, which is Wednesday, August 30th. For students in PreK & Kindergarten, it will begin on Tuesday, September 5th. To register, please download the packet below. If you have any questions, please call Ms. Kim Prucha at the school office at ext. 216. We look forward to seeing everyone again this year!
Substitute Teachers Needed
Calling all education enthusiasts! St. Michael - St. Clement School is on the lookout for talented substitute teachers to join our incredible team! At St. Michael - St. Clement School, we believe that every child deserves an exceptional education, even when their regular teacher is away. That's where our amazing substitute teachers come in! As a substitute teacher, you'll have the chance to inspire and motivate our students, fostering a love for learning that will last a lifetime. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just starting your teaching journey, we welcome your unique skills and perspectives. Please email, pdossa@stmstc.org or call 410-668-8797, Paula Dossa if you or anyone you know is interested.
Updated Immunizations & Student Medications
All students must have updated immunizations on file, especially incoming Kindergarten & 7th grade students. Please make sure an updated immunization list is either uploaded onto your child's SchoolAdmin account or sent into our school nurse, Ms. Djuana Fair. You can scan it to her email (dfair@stmstc.org) or fax it to the school office at 410-663-9277.
Also, all medications for school need to have the Medication Form completed by your child's physician. This also included over-the-counter medications AND prescriptions. This form MUST be on file by the first day of school. Please click below for the form. Thank you!
Spring Musical Interest Survey
If you have a student who is in grades 4 through 8 and are interested in being in, and or working on the Spring Musical, please fill out the survey below.
Important Links
Prayer Corner
"Pray, Hope, Don't Worry"- St. Padre Pio
Saint Michael the Archangel isn't a saint, but rather he is an angel, and the leader of all angels and of the army of God. This is what the title "Archangel" means, that he is above all the others in rank.
Redemptorist preacher and reformer. Clement preached, built orphanages and schools, and established a vast Redemptorist presence in the city.