The Defender
November 24, 2023
A Message from Mrs. Tate
Dear St. Michael Families,
After the fun of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday, please consider giving a donation to our school safety fund for Giving Tuesday!
We are in the early stages of installation for the CENTEGIX CrisisAlert system at St. Michael the Archangel Parish. This system allows us to call for help in an emergency and alert other staff and First Responders to our precise location in seconds. From medical emergencies to crisis situations, each incident demands a fast, reliable response with complete and accurate information. CENTEGIX CrisisAlert provides clear and critical information, ensuring school and parish staff are ready to respond. Watch this short video to learn more.
This Giving Tuesday, please consider helping St. Michael the Archangel raise funds for this system. Many parents have expressed an interest in supporting our efforts to continue to add layers of safety and security measures to our school and parish. This is a GREAT way to help! Click here for the link to donate...you don't have to wait until Tuesday. The link is live right now!
Thank you for supporting St. Michael the Archangel!
Sincerely in Christ,
Diana Tate, Principal
Uniform Code Reminders
- All boys’ hair must be cut above their ears and collar. Hair should not hang down in their eyes or hang over their ears.
- The length of all girls’ skirts and jumpers must be at the knee. Skirt/jumper length should not hit anywhere on the thigh.
- After Thanksgiving, all boys are to wear long pants. Shorts are not permitted again until after spring break.
Please help your children practice the virtues of respect, responsibility, obedience, and modesty by complying fully with our school’s uniform code. The uniform code is a condition of attendance.
2nd Annual Faith Family Thanksgiving Feast
Drop-Off and Pick-Up Procedures
VSL Updates
Guardian Angels
Guardian Angels are present in the Narthex to oversee who comes into the Church as another layer of security. Guardian Angels are needed while the students are at Mass, Rosaries, Stations of the Cross and Penance Services. Please sign up! Guardian Angel available slots are listed here. Before your shift, please stop by the school office to pick up a radio and badge.
It's time for Deck the Doors!
This tradition is a favorite among teachers and students! It's such a fun way for parents to bring some of the joy of the Christmas season to the school. We rely on parents to make it happen. You can keep it simple or go big - the kids just love seeing the decorations! Door decorating will occur the first Sunday of Advent, December 3rd. Claim your door here! New this year: 7th versus 8th Grade Decorating Contest. The 2nd floor North hallway will be reserved for the 7th and 8th grade STUDENTS to get to have some fun. We still ask for a few parents to supervise and guide.
Fun Printable Monthly SMA School Calendar
Please check out the VSL website for a fun and printable SMA monthly school calendar and much more! So many wonderful activities are coming up in November and December! Here’s a direct link to the SMA 2023 November calendar!
Presidential Service Award:
For the past several years, St. Michael the Archangel School has participated in the President’s Volunteer Service Award Program. The award recognizes US citizens who have achieved minimum hours of service over a 12-month period. For St. Michael the Archangel School, this period is from April 1, 2023-March 31, 2024. It is an amazingly simple process - just keep track of service hours. Forms can be found on the SMA website. Hours must be submitted to the front office by MONDAY, April 3, 2024. If you have any questions, email Megan Morris.
In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:1
Dennis Uniform
SMA School Activities
Parish News
Traditions Table Raffle Tickets
Purchase a raffle ticket for your chance to win a prime table for 8 guests at Defenders' Ball. Raffle tickets are $50 and can be purchased by clicking here. Winning ticket drawn at Family Game Night. You do not need to be present to win."