The Defender
April 26, 2024
A Message From Mrs. Tate
Dear St. Michael the Archangel Families,
What a beautiful Go Forth to Serve Day! The rainy weather did not stop us from learning about service to our community, doing some service projects, and building a stronger SMA family. I would like to extend a special THANK YOU to Dani deLeon and Jenny Bitar for their time, effort, and organizational genius! The behind the scenes work that goes into organizing so m any age-appropriate presentations and activities for our kids for this day is significant, and they make it look easy. Thank you!
Thank you, too, to the many, many parent volunteers who came to school to support our efforts and our children. We cannot do these awesome activities without the support of parent volunteers, and we’re so grateful for your time!
Deacon John had a wonderful message for our students at our Go Forth to Serve Mass this morning. He gave examples of things that have age limits on them in our society: driving, working, and voting. He shared the theme of GFTS Day, John 13:34 – “A new commandment I give you that you love one another; even as I have loved you, that you also love one another.”
He reminded the kids (and adults) that there’s no age limit on love. We can all love, show love, and share love. He also reminded us that Jesus didn’t ask us to do this or request that we do this; he commanded that we love one another as He loved us. We show our love for each other in the ways that we serve each other.
It was a wonderful message for such an important day in our school year. Thank you, Deacon John, for your words of love and support.
As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you; abide in my love. If you keep my commandments, you will abide in my love just as I have kept my Father’s commandments and abide in his love. These things I have spoken to you, that my joy may be in you, and that your joy may be full. (John 15: 9-11)
Sincerely,
Diana Tate, Principal
Important DISMISSAL TIME CHANGE – Thursday, May 9
SMA will have a 3:00 dismissal for all students on Thursday, May 9 to accommodate parking for our 8th grade graduation Mass.
The gates of the parking lots will close at 2:55 to prepare for a 3:00 dismissal. Thank you!
Field Day, May 14, 2024
Presidential Service Award Recipients
Congratulations to the SMA students who earned Presidential Service Awards this year! These 37 recipients spent 2,417 hours serving in our community and beyond. Thank you all for your service!
Bronze Level Recipients:
Jacob Pretzer, Chapman Ferraro, Melanie Robinson, Camila Wiley, Joseph Green, Madeline Peltzer, Angelica Lisch, Jackson Nigro, Olivia Robinson, CJ Morris, Benan Rooney, Khloe Nguyen, Cecelia Binaggio, Benjamin Nigro, Kate Peltzer, Ben Altenhofen, Henry Hannam, Olivia Horbelt, Janie Steadman
Silver Level Recipients:
Frances Rosburg, Theresa Green, Phil Rosburg, Danielle Rosburg, Henry Steadman, Knox Starr, Addie Murray, Elsie Frey
Gold Level Recipients:
Killian Walz, Joy Kago, Nicholas Tuttle, Mark Walz, Julia Beary, Maria Green, Evelyn Lisch, Chloe Eid, Madelyn Morris, Lucy Steadman
In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:16
School Supplies for 2024-2025
It's time to order school supplies for the 2024-2025 school year! Please click here to place your orders!
Camp Fire After School Care Registration 2024-2025
We are happy to welcome back Camp Fire for the second year of their After School Care Program. Please click on the link below to register. Contact Britney Lewis with any questions [660] 232-0878
CYO Track & Field Registration Open
Registration for the CYO Track & Field Season is now open for grades 3-8. Speed on over to
cyojwa.org/current-programs to sign up.
No tryouts are required and all parish kids are welcome. Joining the track team is a terrific way to get some exercise, have fun with friends and develop a love for running. All you need is a pair of shoes and a little bit of determination. PLEASE NOTE: St. Michael is partnering with Nativity for our team. When registering, please select “SMA/NAT 5-8” or “SMA/NAT 3-4.”
Volunteer parent coaches are needed. Email Robert Bishop at rbrtbshp@gmail.com with questions or if you’d like to help coach.
St. James Academy Youth Summer Camps
Registration is open for our high school and youth summer camps.
Visit https://sjathunder.org/summer-camps/ for more information.
VSL Updates
2nd Annual Christ Light Award: Staff Edition
VSL is accepting nominations for the 2nd annual Christ Light Award: Staff Edition. Families can use the link below to upload a video explaining why you think this staff member should receive the award. We are again acknowledging 1 veteran and 1 new (at SMA less than 5 years) staff. Submissions are due Friday April 26th and the winners will be announced at the last all school mass.
Link to submit: https://share.vidday.com/e/o-rux82p
Dennis Uniform
SMA School Activities
Parish News
Camp Tekakwitha Registration
Camp Kateri Tekakwitha online Camp Registration is now open. Camps available for incoming 5th grade through high school. For more information and camp dates, click here.