SMA Newsletter • March 23, 2023 |
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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.
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Dear St. Martin Community,
Last Friday was a "top of the mornin' kind of day" for SMA students and staff! The Malone School of Dance, featuring student Victoria Driscoll, performed for our school and shared interesting facts about their dance journeys. We even learned how to count in Gaelic.
As you know, the Walkathon has been rescheduled for Tuesday, 4/18 due to the rainy weather. We hope you will be able to join us on this new date. We still need volunteers. Contact Walkathon chairperson Rosario Santoyo or click here to sign-up. Lunch orders for 4/18's walkathon have been re-opened and can be ordered here. So far, SMA has raised a record $43,692 for Walkathon! Way to go! We are still fundraising via 99 pledges and accepting cash and checks for donations and $100 family sponsorships. Please see below for each class totals.
Students raising at least $50 in donations have received their Walkthon t-shirt this week. Next week will be our first spirit day on Tuesday 3/28. Students may wear their Walkathon t-shirt with uniform bottom. We also have our spring Pep Rally on Tuesday at 2 pm. Spring athletes should wear their sports jersey. Don't worry - there are 2 more chances to wear Walkathon shirts coming up!
It is time to elect new PTG executive officers for the next school year. The offices include president, vice president, secretary and treasurer. We are beyond grateful for our 2022-2023 officers who have done a remarkable job. President, Gen Suzuki, VP, Rosario Santoyo, Treasurer, Colm Driscoll and Secretary, Erin McCarthy. They are listed below. You are welcome to email them if you have questions regarding their positions. The PTG is also seeking volunteers interested in chairing committees. If you would like to nominate yourself or someone else, please email info51@stmartinacademy.org.
I hope to see you at the PTG dinner tomorrow at 5:00 pm. Jeni Bartel and crew have been working hard preparing a meatless meal to enjoy during the Build a Miracle presentation prior to student-led Stations of the Cross. Stations are at 6:45 pm in the church. Students attending will receive a relaxed dress coupon for Monday 3/27.
Lenten Blessings,
Jennifer Miller, Principal
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Today, students will be bringing home a FAMILY SURVEY 2023-24 in their parent envelope. This information is used for 2023-24 funding and is due by March 28th. It is very important that it is completed and returned in the envelope provided. Also included in the envelope are Spring pictures for those students who had paid for them, April Calendar, Mission Heights Easter Chocolate option,Yearbook and Summer Camp information.
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We are looking for nominations for
SMA's Parent Teacher Group (PTG).
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The purpose of the SMA Group is to work with and assist the principal and teachers, to raise funds to support the school, and to provide for parent education. (NSBECS Standards 5 & 6)
The St. Martin of Tours Academy Parent Group meets monthly to discuss
upcoming events and fundraising goals. Joining the Parent Group is a great way
to get involved in your child’s school and have your voice heard as it continues to grow.
PTG Executive Officers 2022-2023 School Year
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Genevieve Suzuki, President
Rosario Santoyo, Vice-President
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Erin McCarthy, Secretary
Colm Driscoll, Treasurer
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Walkathon -Tuesday, April 18, 2023 |
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We are fundraising for a digital marquee for the front of the school to keep everyone up-to-date on the fabulous things going on at SMA, shaded basketball/volleyball courts, and a new and improved field (turf).
Thank you for making a donation to a student. Your words of encouragement will be posted the day of the Walkathon.
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Walkathon Lunch & Volunteering |
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Volunteers are needed at the Walkathon on Tuesday, 4/12. Have you completed your 35 hours yet?
8 am-10 am - set up canopies, volleyball game, decorate the field and hand support posters
11-12:15 - sort & distribute lunches
12-1 pm - run games
1:45-2:30 pm - clean-up
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Choose turkey, tuna or vegetarian. Cost is $7.50. It will be a half sandwich with with lettuce, tomato, mayo and mustard. Lunch will come with a cookie, chips and drink. ORDER by Thursday, April 6th to guarantee your lunch. You must complete the Google form and follow the link for payment. |
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Students alone have raised $32,242 as of March 23, 2023! |
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$6,278 Team 2nd Grade
$5,114 Team 8th Grade
$4,765 Team 5th Grade
$2,790 Team Kindergarten
$2,740 Team 1st Grade
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$2,320 Team 6th Grade
$2,284 Team 4th Grade
$2,245 Team 7th Grade
$2,075 Team 3rd Grade
$1,631 Team Preschool
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Thank You Family Sponsors! |
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Hedberg Family
Pozniak Family
Sumner Family
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McCarthy Family
Rager Family
Suzuki Family
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Mesnik Family
Shafer Family
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Missionary Childhood Association Recognition |
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SMA was represented by Ava Chavez, Grade 5, at the MCA Missions Mass. Bishop Ramon Bejarano was the main celebrant at Good Shepherd Parish. |
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Thank you!
Student Council raised $75 selling mood changing pencils for the victims of the Turkey and Syria earthquake during conferences. The money has been sent to Catholic Relief Services Emergency Services for Turkey/Syria.
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Staff Appreciation Thank You!
Thank you to the 6th, 3rd and 2nd grade room parents and parents who provided lunch for the faculty and staff during conference week. Everything was appreciated and enjoyed.
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Thank you for shopping Scholastic Book Fair
The book fair brought in $2,288 in sales and $843.53 in Scholastic Dollars. Those funds will be used to purchase new books for our library!
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Mission Heights Chocolates
for Easter
Mission Heights Chocolates offers chocolate Easter eggs, bunnies, carrots, baskets and more are available for purchase. Go to the website, click on Shop and use the checkout code. Delivery to SMA. 20% of proceeds benefit the 5th grade class for their camp fund.
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Order Your Yearbook & Summer Camp! |
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Order your yearbook today! There are a limited number of yearbooks ordered. Use the QR code to order HERE. Summer camp registration closes on May 1, 2023. Sign up on SchoolSpeak.com. Login and look for QuickLinks on the left side - Summer Camp. Sign-up for ALL Academy weeks by 3/31 and receive $50 off.
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Preschool Summer Flyer: Click HERE for flyer.
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Re-Registration 2023-2024 -Last Day to Register 3/31/23 |
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Click HERE to register your child(ren) for the 2023-2024 school year. Registration is through SchoolSpeak.com. Registration is $400 per child. Please complete your child's registration by Friday, March 31st. This is also the final day to apply for financial aid.
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Last day for Track registration (K-8) is Monday, 3/27. Practices are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:45-4pm, Sign up on SchoolSpeak.com. Fee: $20
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Prayers For Healing and Comfort
Please keep Delia Eyrne, grandmother to Katelyn Caycoya (3),
Trinidad Kenny, grandmother to John (7) and Ben (5) Russell,
Carol James, grandmother to Jillian Crockett (7), Maria Louisa Santiago, grandmother to Bert Meza, in your prayers for healing.
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† Timothy Peter Becker
Timothy Becker, grandfather to Rocco (Gr. 5) passed away in February. He was remembered at the school Mass on Wednesday. Please keep the Becker family in your prayers.
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St. Martin of Tours Academy
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