SMES Saints Scoop
Dear SMES Families,
Dear SMES Families:
This week is BIG! This week is Teacher Appreciation Week AND the SMES PTO Boosterthon!
Please note: Universal free meals will be ending after this year and that it will be important for families to complete Free and Reduced Meals applications for the 2022-23 school year. The application will be available online and in paper form this summer (mid-July). Stay tuned!
The Out of Area application process for school year 2022-2023 opened April 1st. If a family is interested in out-of-area at SMES for the 2022-2023 school year, they must fill out the online application form.
TCPS has one final open house THIS WEEK for registration on 5/4. This is for new incoming Pre-K, Kindergarten, or other students new to SMES. Students currently in Pre-K are already enrolled and there is nothing further parents need to do. Please call or email Ms. Channelle Flamer, SMES front office secretary, if you would like to make an appointment for registration. channelle.flamer@talbotschools.org or 410-745-2882.
The MCAP (Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program) testing for students in grades 3-5 will continue throughout the month of May. Here is the schedule:
4/25 to 4/28: 5th grade ELA
5/2 to 5/3: 5th grade Math
5/5 to 5/6: 4th grade Math
5/9 to 5/12: 4th grade ELA
5/13 to 5/18: 3rd grade ELA
5/23 to 5/24: 3rd grade Math
CLICK HERE for a Quick Guide to Understanding MCAP.
Thank you for your continued partnership in your student's education.
Sincerely,
Dr. Bullock, Proud SMES Principal
UPCOMING DATES:
Apr 28-May 6: SMES PTO Boosterthon
May 2-6: Teacher Appreciation Week
May 3: Talbot County Public Budget Hearing at 7 PM at Easton Elementary
May 4: 2022-23 New Student Registration
May 6: PTO Saints Boosterthon Fun Run
May 18: Board of Education Meeting
May 27: Half Day for Students and Staff
May 30: Memorial Day, School Closed
May 31: Field Day PK-2
June 1: Field Day 3-5
June 7: Last Day for PreK
June 8: 5th Grade Promotion Celebration
June 8-10: PreK Conferences
June 10: Last Day for Students K-5 (half day of school)
SMES PTO BOOSTERTHON: WEEKEND UPDATE
St. Michaels Families!
The weekend is HERE! I hope you enjoy some much-deserved relaxation this weekend.
Thank you for every share and donation you all have contributed to our fundraiser so far. We appreciate everyone’s support as we raise funds for new playground equipment, a courtyard refresh, and continuing support for our students and teachers. If you haven’t registered your student on mybooster.com, it’s free & easy to do this weekend.
Once registered, consider sharing with extended family and friends. Then, if you are able to, consider making a donation as well. Every share and donation adds up to make a BIG difference for our school.
THIS WEEKEND ONLY, students can earn a BONUS PRIZE by getting a new $2 pledge per lap donation (which is equal to a $60 flat donation) on mybooster.com and if every class gets at least one new donation this weekend, some of your favorite staff members will SING KARAOKE! How awesome!
Thank you for supporting our school.
Boosterthon Reminders:
-The Fun Run will happen during school hours on Friday, May 6.
-Registering your student at mybooster.com is easy and your student gets a prize!
-Fundraising is optional and EVERY student gets to participate in the fun run, however, donations are always GREATLY appreciated.
LINK YOUR HARRIS TEETER CARD TO SMES AND EARN MONEY FOR OUR SCHOOL!
Are you a Harris Teeter shopper with a VIC card?? Link your card to SMES and every time you shop, money will be donated to SMES!
SMES school code is: 4302
Volunteer Update
Let’s finish this school year with a BANG and kick off the Fourth Quarter with some exciting new updates! SMES is welcoming volunteers back on campus with several opportunities in classrooms, the media center, and the Spring Book Fair. Based on parent feedback, we have decided to ease restrictions on classroom volunteers. Beginning next Monday, parents are welcome to volunteer in their child’s classroom if there is a need for instructional support in that room. With learning as the priority, we will ask that classroom volunteers consider their student’s ability to maintain focus on learning with a parent in the classroom. Please email Mr. Manley if you are interested in volunteering! Volunteer opportunities are also available outside of the classroom:
The SMES Media Center is in constant need of assistance reshelving books. Slots are available daily, but you are welcome to come and go when it is convenient for you. Please click HERE to sign up to help in the media center.
Important Volunteer Information:
•Please sign In/Out in the main office, and bring your driver’s license.
•Sign up for the quarterly raffle EVERY time you volunteer…a $25 Gift Card.
•Contact Eric Manley for more information.
We look forward to seeing you in the building!
Eric Manley
Volunteer Coordinator
St. Michaels Elementary School
TCPS is hiring substitute teachers!
Earn a weekly bonus on top of our new pay rates. Click to Apply: https://tcps.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=28
NEW SUBSTITUTE PAY RATES
Non degree - $16/hr
AA degree - $18/hr
BA degree - $20/hr
Certified teacher - $25/hr
ADDITIONAL BONUS PAY:
Work 3 days in one week - $100
Work 4 days in one week - $150
Work 5 days in one week - $200
Mrs. Breeding's March Message
Dear SMES Families,
My maternity leave started Monday, March 14. I will be out for the remainder of the school year. In my absence, please contact the front office at 410-745-2882 with any questions or concerns and they will direct you to the correct SMES staff member for assistance.
5th Grade Families- please be on the lookout for yellow Proof of Residency (POR) envelopes that will go home with students next week. They are due back by May 15th. Please review the documents attached to the envelope for directions on turning in updated POR for middle school. Your child will not be able to begin school next year without these turned in!
Thank you for your cooperation and I look forward to seeing the kids soon!
St. Michaels Elementary School
Dr. Indra Bullock - ibullock@talbotschools.org
Mrs. Susie Shafer- sshafer@talbotschools.org
Mrs. Cara Breeding- cbreeding@talbotschools.org
Email: channelle.flamer@talbotschools.org
Website: https://tcps.k12.md.us/st-michaels-elementary/st-michaels-elementary/
Location: 100 Seymour Avenue, Saint Michaels, MD, USA
Phone: 410-745-2882
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smessaints