The Trojan Times

St. Maria Goretti is a living testament to our Lord's work in His youngest disciples, exemplified by academic excellence, spiritual formation, and compassionate service to others.

St. Maria Goretti Catholic School aims to form what is True, Good, and Beautiful in the souls of our young disciples of Christ.

Dear St. Maria Goretti Catholic School Families,

Thank you for your attendance at the Back to School nights. We appreciate your partnership in the education of your children.

This week we are kicking off the annual Saint Maria Goretti School Fund Campaign! To help celebrate we are asking that everyone attend Mass the weekend of the 31st at SMG and have your child(ren) wear that Mass uniforms.

With funds raised from last year were were able to get new math books for the school this year. As I type this newsletter construction on the playground is happening. We are hoping to have it done before GorettiFest. We are so thankful for all the generous donations we received.

This year we have set a goal of $250,000! We have several projects in mind:

• Tuition Scholarships for SMG Students-our hope is to have 70 funded scholarships for 70 students. (keeping with our 70th birthday theme)
• New carpet for the school-our carpet is almost 20 years old, we would like to add tile or laminate flooring. (if you know someone who could help us let me know)
• Update our Curriculum resources for History-we focused on math this past year, we want to work giving our students history. (history resources with a Catholic focus)

You should be receiving the materials in the mail this week, however you can check it out now at

https://smgschool.org/smgcsf

I have included the link to GorettiFest on the graphic below. Please sign up to help and attend this fun SMG tradition. Be sure that your Virtus training is current. Contact Mrs. Malloy in the front office if you have any questions or concerns about this.

We will have indoor pickup until September 3, 2024. That is when we will begin outdoor carline. Be on the look out for more information about this new procedure.

St. Maria Goretti, Pray for Us!

Blessings,

Amy Utendorf, M.Ed.

Principal

Please enjoy this audio/visual experience of the goings on of Saint Maria Goretti. Consider that a "Subscription" to the YouTube channel and/or a "Like" on any video will help us grow our exposure and impact. Please do share anything you enjoy with other family members and friends that would similarly delight in the successes and accomplishments of the students.

SMG Broadcast Channel Link:

https://www.youtube.com/@smgbroadcast2001

Use the QR code or the store link below to order T-shirts for GorettiFest. The store will close on September 18th and all orders will be ready for pick up on September 26th at the school.

https://esixsportswear.com/saint_maria_goretti/shop/home

Dear SMG parents,

Lunch will need to be ordered a day in advance by 12:00pm, however, lunches may be preordered the whole month in advance if desired. (www.laislatx.com). You have the option of ordering other lunches besides the one offered for the day; however if you do so, you need to specify the date you want that lunch delivered. Please do so under special instructions. Under Special instructions, you may do special requests, ex: no tomato. In the event your child forgets his/her lunch and you did not pre-ordered lunch, you will have the choice to allow your student to purchase lunch for that day. You will need to fill out an authorization form to have that option. If you have questions about the lunch program or your lunch account, please contact me at

laislarestaurantpantego@gmail.com. Please allow 1-2 business days for a response.

Respectfully,

Martin Zavala

LaIsla Restaraunt

Authorization form to charge credit card for forgotten lunch

We are happy to announce that we will have lunch five days a week for the students and staff! All food will be prepared offsite and served at the SMG cafeteria kitchen. Payment will be made online when you order. Items which may be purchased at school such as water, gatorade, fries and chips may be purchased with cash.

Contact Martin Zavala at laislarestarauntpantego@gmail.com with any questions.

Please reference this paper bag book cover tutorial to assist in covering all text books.

Middle schoolers grades 6-8, prepare to start an amazing adventure with Jesus as you explore Sacred Scripture! Join us on this half day retreat where you will be immersed in the Word of God, engage in scriptural prayer, and discover the incredible story of our salvation.

• Date: Saturday, September 28, 2024
• Time: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Cost: $25 per person
• Location: Cristo Rey High School, 2633 Altamesa Blvd, Fort Worth, TX 76133
• Visit the Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth Ministries website for more information:

https://fwdioc.org/word-made-flesh

Use the QR codes to sign up and help us plan how many teams we will have. Once teams are set, you will be contacted via email with the coach, practice times and payment information. You may contact the SMG Athletic Director, Ms. Bara, with any questions at cbara@smgschool.org

If you are interested in Volleyball, please submit your information by Monday, 8/19/2024.

One SMG parent must complete this training so that their child can participate in athletics. This training is for new families, parents who have NOT completed the training, or parents with students who are in 5th grade and want to participate in any sports this year.

• Link to Register: https://playlikeachampion.wufoo.com/forms/mhwglp5036xjyp/
• Cost is free, use code: FortWorthParent
• It’s only necessary for one parent to registered. Parents can enter the code above into the coupon code box and that will take their cost down to $0.

Virtual Workshop Dates

• Tuesday, August 27th at 7:30 pm EDT
• Tuesday, September 10th at 7:30 pm EDT
• Tuesday, September 24th at 7:30 pm EDT
• Tuesday, October 22nd at 7:30 pm EDT
• Tuesday, November 19th at 7:30 pm EST

PreK created their first work of art based on the book, I'm Not Just a Scribble.

Scribble, the book's main character, never thought he was different until he met his first drawing. Then, after being left out because he didn't look like everyone else, Scribble teaches the drawings how to accept each other for who they are which enables them to create amazing art.

Mara led the class in learning the song Amen which they will sing at Mass.

Mrs. Girton's students practiced spelling words with scented markers.

Students explored the magical way magnets attract metal and stick to each other. They used magnet magic to perform the floating paper clip trick.

In history class, sixth grade pretended to be archaeologists and used flashlights to study cave paintings and sculptures from the Lascaux, France cave art discovered in 1940. After the art study, students wrote hypotheses about the intentions of the artists and then designed their own modern-day cave art!

Mrs. Saladino dressed as Madam Curie to introduce their new scientist research assignment. We look forward to seeing SMG students dressed as their favorite scientist.

We extend another THANK YOU to Home & School for the beginning of year gift bag. What teacher wouldn't welcome pens, post it notes, a journal, headache relief and an umbrella for unexpected rainy days. You are spoiling us and we love it.

SMG students receive a Terrific Trojan sticker when they are "caught" being safe, responsible and respectful. After wearing the sticker during the day, the Terrific Trojan places it on the hallway bulletin board. We love seeing how full the bulletin board becomes by the end of the school year.

Please consider volunteering to help during lunch and recess. Service hours will be earned. Click on the signup genius link for a description of duties. All volunteers must be current with their Virtus training.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0448ADA622A5FE3-50734438-alunchroom

• Date & Time: September 14, 2024 Game 1 (1:00 P.M.), Game 2 (4:30 P.M.), Game 3 (8:00 P.M.)
• Location: The Ford Center in Frisco, Texas
• Highlight: We are proud to announce the Honorary Chairman for the event will be Admiral Patrick M. Walsh, retired, who is a US Naval Academy alumnus now serving as President of Cristo Rey Dallas. He served 34 years, initially as a fighter pilot and then as deputy-director, director, commander, and vice chief of Naval Operations. He is a Jesuit Prep School Dallas alumnus and was also a pilot for the renowned Blue Angels.
• Admission: Ticket sales begin on July 15. To purchase tickets, visit globalfootball.com or check out our social media pages. ($20 adults, $10 students, 8 and under are free)
• Tickets available: https://www.globalfootball.com/catholic-bowl-iv/tickets/
• Teams: Nolan Catholic v Little Rock Catholic, Bishop Lynch v Bishop McGuinness, and Sacred Heart v John Paul II

Purchase tickets using this link. (The link in the flyer is not working)

https://www.mlb.com/rangers/tickets/specials/school-events?partnerId=redirect-tex-schools

Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth Sports Calendar

Monday

• 7:00-7:40 Cheer (Saladino/Risinger) Gym
• 12:16-1:01 Open Library Checkout (4th-8th)
• 12:16-1:01 STUCO (Daly) Computer Lab Begins TBD
• 3:30-4:45 Folklorico Current Members (Zavala) Hope Rm - New Members Begin Sept. 16
• 3:30-4:15 PSIA Spelling (Daly) Computer Lab Begins 10/9
• 3:30-4:15 PSIA Maps/Graphs/Charts (Utendorf) Rm. 110 Begins 10/9
• 3:30-4:15 Math Tutoring 6th-8th (Tran) Rm. 121 Begins 9/9
• 3:30-4:15 PSIA Ready Write 4th-8th (Vasquez) Begins 10/7 1st/3rd week
• 6:00-8:00 Robotics (Morales) 4/5 Sci Lab Begins 8/26 Some Saturdays 12:00-2:00

Tuesday

• 7:00-7:40 Cheer (Saladino/Risinger) Gym
• 12:16-12:36 Library Leaders (Richards) Begins 9/10
• 12:16-1:00 NJHS (Jones) Begins TBD
• 3:45-4:45 Cantoring (Breed) Church

Wednesday

• 7:10 Rosary Group (Utendorf) - Cafetorium - Begins Sept. 4
• 7:15-7:45 AM Saint Maria Singers (Richards) Library Begins 10/9
• 12:16-1:01 Open Library Checkout (4th-8th)
• 12:16-12:36 SMG Broadcast (Jones) Rm. 120 Begins 9/11
• 3:30-4:15 4th-8th Detention Rooms Vary
• 3:45-4:30 Run Club (Gutierrez) Begins 10/9
• Oct. 9, 23, Nov. 6, 20, Dec. 11, Feb. 12, 26, March 12, 26, April 9, 30, May 7

• 3:30-4:15 PSIA Drawing (Jamison) Art Room Begins 10/16

• 3:30-4:15 PSIA Drawing (Jamison) Art Room Begins 10/16
• Oct. 16, 30 Nov. 13 Dec. 4, 18 Jan. 15, 29 Feb. 12, 26

• 3:30-4:30 Chess Club (Tran) Rm 121 Begins 9/11
• 3:45-4:15 Science Tutoring (Saladino) Rm. 109 Begins 8/28

Thursday

• 7:15-7:45 AM PSIA Math 2nd/3rd (Sr. Mary Monica) Rm 116 Begins 10/3
• 1st/3rd Thursday of the month

• 7:15-7:45 AM PSIA Math 4th/5th (Sr. Mary Monica) Rm 116 Begins 10/3
• 2nd/4th Thursday of the month

• 7:00-7:45 AM PSIA Math 6th-8th (Tran) Rm 121 Begins 10/3
• 1st/3rd Thursday of the month

• 3:30-4:45 The Trojan Troupe (Richards) Library/Stage Begins 9/5
• End time extended to 6PM beginning in March
• 3:45-4:45 Card Club (Saladino) Rm 109 Begins 10/26

Friday

• 12:16-1:01 Open Library Checkout (4th-8th)

August 30, Friday: 12:00 Early Dismissal

Sept. 2, Monday: No School - Labor Day

Sept. 3, Tuesday: Outdoor Carline Begins

Sept. 12, Thursday: 5th grade field trip

Sept. 16, Monday: Ballet Folklorico Tryouts

Sept. 16-20: IOWA/COGAT/CLT Testing Week

Oct. 4, Friday: 11:00 Pet Blessing, 12:00 Early Dismissal

Oct. 5-6, Sat/Sun: GorettiFest Weekend

Oct. 9, Wednesday: Group Pictures & Individual Makeups, 10:30 Jr. High Field Trip

Oct. 11, Friday: No School - Diocesan Inservice Day

Oct. 15, Tuesday: 4th Grade Field Trip

Oct. 16, Wednesday: Vik-a-thon at Nolan

Oct. 21-24: Fall Book Fair

Oct. 25, Friday: 12:00 Early Dismissal, Parent Conferences

We all do!! The St. Maria Goretti Catholic School Community would love to pray for you and your intentions. Please send all prayer requests to: smgprays4u@smgschool.org.

St. Maria Goretti Parish Website: https://www.smgparish.org/

Serving the North Texas Catholic community by providing the faithful opportunities to grow in Christian discipleship and strengthen their relationship with Jesus Christ.

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