SMS Saints…
May 2008 Volume 1, Issue 9Mary M. Pittman, Editor
News from the Principal…
An informational social hour will be held on Thursday, May 22 at 7:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Fatima in Wilmington to talk about Saint Michael School. Dr. and Mrs. Bob Ruhl and Mr. and Mrs. John Langran will host the event. It is a perfect opportunity to learn about the school and its wonderful academic opportunities for your children and grandchildren.
Bingo night will continue throughout the summer on the first and third Thursday of every month in Rand Hall. Doors open at 5 p.m., with the first game starting at 6 p.m. Hope to see you there!
Tickets for the 500 Club may still be purchased from Leslie Zraunig, Emily’s (6th grade) mother, (413) 773-9281. In order to give more people a chance to become part of the first drawing, it has been rescheduled for the second week in June.
I would like to thank the Race for Education sponsors, coordinators, contributors, and participants. Your continued support of the school is very important to us.
Watch for us in the Heifer Parade on Saturday, June 7.
Paula Jenkins, Principal
News from Sixth Grade…
Nancy Sprague’s sixth grade class is finalizing plans for the annual trip to Ellis Island. This is the 7th year that Mrs. Sprague has been taking a class to view the Statue of Liberty. The children will be leaving by coach on Friday, June 6.
As part of the trip, students have been fundraising throughout the year. They have held weekly bake sales, sold bulbs and herbs and sponsored a “Dress Down Day” for the school.
“This is really an intergenerational trip,” said Nancy. “Many parents and grandparents will join the class. What is truly amazing is how the class works together to raise funds to cover the expenses for all those attending.”
In order to prepare, the class has been reading and sharing books about immigration. Their studies have covered immigration through all borders of the United Sates. Students have also conducted research to determine from what country their own families immigrated.
According to Nancy, “They are really looking forward to going to the museums with all of their friends, seeing the Statue of Liberty, actually being on the islands, buying souvenirs and just seeing the sights.”
News from the Middle School…
The eighth grade will be hosting an “Evening of Robert Frost” on Thursday, May 29. Students will present a selection of Frost’s poetry and the event is free and open to the public.
Tom Costello has worked with the class throughout the year to achieve a better understanding of poetry. The program on May 29 is a culmination of the class’ study of Frost.
The evening will begin with dessert and coffee at 6:45 p.m., followed by the poetry readings at 7:00 p.m. Tim O’Connor will talk about what it was like for him to hear Robert Frost at Kennedy’s inauguration on January 20, 1961. The program will be held in Rand Hall at Saint Michael School.
News from Fifth Grade…
Mrs. Lori Tustin began her maternity leave on Friday, May 9. She and her family are now awaiting the birth of little “Christopher.” During her leave, Cary Winther will be the substitute. Join us in wishing Lori well during this blessed event.
News from Second Grade…
Congratulations to the second graders on receiving their First Communion. The middle school hosted a First Communion tea last Monday for the children and their families.
News from First Grade…
The class is still enjoying the program “Around the World in 80 Days.” People from different countries visit the classroom to share photos, food, traditions, and dress of their country of origin. Students then complete their individualized passports with information about each country. Every two months, the children correspond with their Irish pen pals from Leixlip.
Mission Statement
Saint Michael School, serving students in grades Prek-8, strives to develop good, moral people who are academically prepared for further education. Each student will develop self-esteem, a love and respect for God, be a critical thinker, and have the necessary skills to be an active and effective citizen.
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