Dear MSM Families,
I am looking forward to seeing everyone at Meet the Teacher Night next Thursday evening, September 26th. The short presentation by the University of Buffalo on managing social media and technology will be helpful for all grade levels as we navigate this ever-changing, digital world landscape.
All families are also encouraged to stop by the counseling wing to connect with our Counseling and Wellness team. For families of upperclassmen, I do hope that you'll get a chance to meet Mrs. Julia Rooney-Grant and Ms. Jordan Osborne who will be assisting with the college process. They have some good information to share with parents/guardians that is also being readily shared with your daughters in senior seminar class.
I do want to draw your attention to our reminders about school safety procedures which are formalized in our annual approved safety plan. Thank you for reinforcing with your child(ren) the importance of following our safety measures.
Have a wonderful weekend and see you soon!
Katie Spillman
Principal
We need YOU to volunteer for one of our most important annual events, OPEN HOUSE!
Sunday, October 6 | 9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and Monday, October 7 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Parents can help with hospitality in the cafeteria and welcoming prospective families. Students can give tours, show off their team/club displays, and more.
Please email the Office of Admissions, esuchan-reitz@msmacademy.org, if you're interested in being a part of this important event!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
MSM's email address for parents/guardians submitting an email regarding absences, early dismissal, late arrival, and medical notes has changed from: forms@msmacademy.org to attendance@msmacademy.org.
For any attendance-related notifications, please use this new address moving forward.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
Please Take the Time to Read the Following Important Information Carefully❗
At MSM we strive to create a safe school environment every day. As communicated with our students and families this August, it is a requirement for all students and employees to wear their school ID and fob at all times during the school day. Students should also have their ID/fob accessible before and after school to gain entry into the building and school events.
All returning MSM students should have their school IDs from the last school year. The entire school community will receive their ID cards approximately 1 week after picture day (September 23). All students have already received their fob, allowing secure access to our building. This should be worn on a lanyard in a visible manner.
Our school doors are locked at all times. Access is strictly limited to the doors with an intercom system (Doors 1 and 9). Students, faculty, and staff can access the building using their fob from 6:30AM - 8:00AM and from 2:30PM - 4:00PM. All other visitors must be buzzed in by a staff member and register with the Main Office. Students should not open the door for anyone at any time. If a student should lose their ID and/or fob, that student should report it missing in the Main Office.
Additionally, all students have been issued a locker and a school lock. It is imperative that lockers are locked at all times. Students should not share their lockers and/or lock combinations with other students. If a student experiences any issues with her lock, she can come to the Main Office for assistance.
Please help us in maintaining a safe and secure environment and talk with your daughter(s) about the importance of security measures. This is a required part of our uniform code. A warning is given the first time that the uniform code is not followed. Further disciplinary consequences will be assessed with each uniform infraction. If at any time a student forgets part of the uniform, she may come to the Main Office before the start of the school day to borrow missing pieces.
We have two points of drop off for families who drive their students to school. We have noticed an overall heavy increase in traffic in the rear parking lot. The rear parking lot is already logistically difficult due to limited space, faculty, and upperclassmen who drive themselves.
If we could please ask for your assistance in trying to utilize the front loop as much as possible for student drop off that would be greatly appreciated. Additionally, regardless of location, we also ask for your assistance in trying to make drop off as seamless and in as timely a manner as possible.
Cell phone usage of any kind is not permitted during class instruction, in the hallway during class instruction, or in restrooms. Cell phones must be silenced and out of sight in students' backpacks during class periods.
The cell phone policy outlined here should also be a part of all faculty Course Expectations. Cell phone use should be limited and or not permitted during Advisory, unless given specific permission from the advisor.
When permitted by a faculty/staff member, cell phones must be used in a non-disruptive manner. The faculty/staff member has the final say as to what is disruptive. Cell phone usage is permitted before school, after school, during a student’s assigned lunch period, study halls, and hallway transitions to class. They may be used during lunch and study hall when kept to a quiet noise level; again, the proctor has the final say as to what is disruptive.
Phones cannot be used for making audio or video calls at any point during the school day. Students who need to use their cell phone to call a family member during the school day may request permission to do so from a school administrator or counselor and the call must be made in their office.
The following information outlines consequences for cell phone use violations:
- The first offense will result in a verbal warning.
- A second offense will result in a written warning or phone call home to the student’s parent/guardian. Additionally, the faculty/staff member may also take the student's phone to the Director of School Life, and the student will then be able to pick up their phone from the DSL or DSL Assistant at the end of the school day.
- A third offense will result in the student incurring disciplinary consequences including but not limited to detention, loss of senior privilege, and or etc. For safety reasons, earbuds, over the ear headphones, and other Bluetooth speaker devices are not permitted during hallway transition time to be able to hear general instructions, and/or emergency/safety directives. MSM's cell phone policy is subject to change upon further review by administration at any time. (MSM Handbook, p. 16)
Get ready for an evening of excitement at MSM's 14th Annual Reverse Raffle sponsored by Batavia Downs Gaming and Hotel!
This year’s event promises to be bigger and better than ever, with a 1 in 400 chance to win the $10,000 Grand Prize, along with a chance to win other cash prizes totaling $1,600!
Unlike traditional raffles, in our reverse raffle, the last ticket drawn wins the grand prize, keeping the suspense high and the fun going all night long!
Purchase your Reverse Raffle tickets HERE and be part of this unforgettable event!
Click the link below to visit the official Mount St. Mary Academy Thunder Website for a calendar of upcoming athletic events. Come out and support our Mounties in action!
Mount St. Mary Academy
Mount St. Mary Academy, founded by the Sisters of St. Mary of Namur, is a Catholic, private, college preparatory school for young women. Within a nurturing and academically challenging and inclusive environment, the Academy strives to develop the whole person’s gifts and potential. Guided by our Catholic tradition, and rooted in Gospel values, we empower scholars to be leaders dedicated to lifelong learning, moral integrity, social justice, and service to and inclusion of others.
We Believe in You!
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Location: 3756 Delaware Avenue, Buffalo, NY, USA
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