Saint Maria Goretti Catholic School
February 8-12
Mission Statement
Saint Maria Goretti Catholic School is a living testament to our Lord's work in his youngest disciples, exemplified by academic excellence, spiritual formation, and compassionate service to others.
Upcoming Events
Nolan Staff Visits SMG
6:30 Advisory Council Meeting
Tuesday, February 9
Fat Tuesday (Students may wear beads and any combination of purple and gold socks)
1:30 Mardi Gras Parade & Prayer Service
Wednesday, February 10
Ash Wednesday
10:00AM Mass
Friday, February 12
2:00 Stations of the Cross
Valentine Exchange (integrated into the academic day; no parties or food)
Party Replaced with Valentine Exchange in Honor of our Lenten Season
Details for a friendship exchange consist of refraining from a party-like atmosphere and celebrating the idea of sending notes of kindness to their friends, classmates, and teachers in a reflective manner. Taking turns delivering Valentines to each student and allowing students time to go through their cards would be a meaningful social activity. This will be worked into the schedule sometime during the day before Stations on Friday of next week. This would mean students can bring their Valentines to school with them and exchange as directed by the teacher on Friday. This is a classroom activity and will be worked into the daily schedule rather than a celebration or party. Most classes have opted to do this exchange during the regularly scheduled snack time designated for each class. Students may bring their own snack as each child may have different Lenten promises. The idea is to share thoughts and friendship, but also honor our commitment and sacrifices to Christ.
To clarify, "Valentines" may include pencils, goodies, cards, or wrapped treats. Any wrapped food items will be sent home with the children with the rest of their Valentines.
Just to alleviate any other confusion, Birthday treats are still welcome during Lent. We are just refraining from hosting a "party" during school hours while we are in Lent.
May we follow the Lord as we center ourselves for the Lenten season.
Jump Rope for Heart (K-2)
Positions
Dinner Dance
Advisory Council Celebrates Catholic School's Week
Sister Lola
8th grade vs. Staff Volleyball
Saint Maria Goretti Catholic Church Lenten Retreat
Join us for a very special Lenten Retreat with Father Peter Lyons, TOR on Friday, February 26 from 7:00-8:00 PM and Saturday, February 27 from 10:00-11:00. Father Peter was the formation director for Father Luke and Father Mike and comes highly recommended.
Saint Maria Goretti's New Logo for Church and School
Saint Maria Goretti Catholic School
Email: lrios@smgschool.org
Website: www.smgschool.org
Location: 1200 South Davis Drive, Arlington, TX, United States
Phone: 817-275-5081