SMA Newsletter • June 27, 2024

Mission Statement
St. Martin of Tours Academy fosters confidence, curiosity, and independence through a climate of cooperation and trust by preserving dignity throughout the learning process, accentuating all children’s God-given gifts in a Catholic environment.

Dear SMA Community,


Exciting news for our school community! Thanks to our collective hard work, a generous donation from Randy Harrison, Class of 1966, and the continued support from Fr. Sproul's donation, the construction of our field, which is dedicated to Fr. Sproul, is currently underway. The funds raised from events like the Turkey Trot and Walkathon are being put to good use in revamping the field's irrigation system and slope. This renovation will help prevent the formation of large puddles that have been a nuisance in the past. The area will soon be filled with new soil and hybrid Bermuda sod, perfect for soaking up the sun. As we eagerly anticipate the completion of this project, we look forward to enjoying the refreshed field when the new school year begins!


I hope to see you all Sunday for Fr. Elmer's farewell gathering after the 11 am Mass. There will be a variety of food trucks and a short program.




Summer Blessings,

Jennifer Miller

Principal

Week 3 - Summer Camp Critter Encounters!


Preschool and Academy summer camp kids enjoyed all the different animals from Critter Encounters.

Congratulations, Kash!


Kash (8th grade) received his First Holy Communion on June 23, 2024. May you always feel surrounded by love and peace as on this special day. Kash was very blessed to receive this sacrament from Fr. Elmer before he moved to his new parish on Monday, July 1st.

Farewell, Fr. Elmer Mandac!


Please join us Sunday, June 30, 2024 to wish Fr. Elmer a fond farewell. We have gotten used to saying goodbye to our SMA military families as their duty stations change. It's always hard to do. Cardinal McElroy has transferred Fr. Elmer to Good Shepherd Parish located in Mira Mesa. We appreciate all Fr. Elmer has done for our school and parish. We will miss him dearly.


A short program will commence after the 11 am Mass on Sunday. Various food trucks will be onsite to purchase lunch.

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Welcome, Fr. Ignacious Kipchirchir!

New on FACTS!






The school's weekly calendar is now available on FACTS. Log into your account and you'll find the Calendar on the left side of the family portal. Click on it to access all the details. Be sure to check in weekly for any updates. (Must sign in to view.)


Calendar Here

LAST CALL! Summer Uniform Shopping Tip:

10% Off Sale

Take advantage of The Uniform Store's Sale June 15-30, 2024 when everything is 10% off! Click here. Or shop for free at SMA's gently used uniform bins.

Click to see examples: K-3; 4-8

Enrollment Still Open for Grades 1-3 and 5-7

We are currently accepting applications for the 2024/2025 school year.  


  • Required for Application Process:
  • Completed Student Application
  • Copy of last 2 report cards
  • Copy of previous standardized test scores (if applicable)
  • Birth Certificate
  • Immunization Record
  • Letter of readiness for kindergarten from preschool (if applicable)
  • Application fee of $35.00


APPLY HERE

Don't want to apply, but want more information? INQUIRE HERE

Save the Dates!

Prayer Requests

Please keep in your prayers, Janet Hendrickson, (Suzuki family)

Carly Brashear, Ray Wilson, Toni Mazzara,

† Alexandra R. Johnston

Alexandra was the mother to Stella (gr. 4) who passed away unexpectedly on May 28, 2024. Fr. Chris will be presiding at the funeral Mass at St. Martin of Tours Church on Monday, July 8, at 10:00 am


† Roberta Marie McElroy

Roberta was the mother of Cardinal Robert McElroy. She passed on June 19, 2024, at the age of 98 after a brief illness. She had a wonderful life and was eagerly looking forward to meeting God, whom she had loved and served so profoundly in this world.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday,

June 26th at 11:00 am at Our Lady of Angels Church in Burlingame.



† Ronald Rowe

Ron Rowe, grandfather to Donny Astley passed away recently.

There will be a service on June 29 at 10:00 am at Ocean View Church,

2460 Palm Ave, San Diego.


Please keep the Johnston, McElroy, and Rowe families in your prayers.

Parish News

Please check the parish website for the weekly bulletin and more!

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