Saint Mary School
Weekly News for the Week of January 2, 2023
This Week at SMS
- No School - New Year's Holiday
Tuesday, 1/3
- Back to School
Wednesday, 1/4
- SMPA Meeting, 6:30pm, Media Center; All parents are welcome to attend!
Thursday, 1/5
- School Mass, 8:30am
Friday, 1/6
- Band/Violin Lessons
Updating Information in the Family Portal
Thank you!
Refugee Ministry Collection
Dear Parents and Students,
On behalf of the Refugee Ministry in the Diocese of Worcester, and along with the administration, teachers, and staff of Saint Mary School, I would like to extend a heartfelt “Thank you” for the overwhelming response we experienced in receiving various items to help the refugees settle into their new environment.
When a representative from the Refugee Ministry arrived to pick up the collections, her van was bulging at the seams and resembled Santa’s sleigh. Imagine all the happiness and excitement you will provide for so many people on Christmas Day! This is a wonderful way to welcome them into our country.
May God bless all of you, not only during this joyous season, but throughout the coming year. God loves a generous heart, so know that you are well-loved.
With deep appreciation,
Sr. Rosemarie
Staff Updates
On Tuesday, January 3rd, we welcome our new lunch cook, Mr. Mark Grasseschi, another Mr. G!
Mark has many years of experience working in kitchens, most recently as a chef for Bose Corporation.
Ms. Janice Cole, one of our after-school employees, will be leading the after-school program for the remainder of this year. Her email is janice.cole@stmarysparish.org. Janice has run after school programs at two different Catholic schools in the past.
Evan Page, a longtime active member of Saint Mary's Parish, has been appointed the new Advancement Director for Saint Mary School. Evan worked for thirty years as the CEO of the YMCA. He also served as the Fundraiser for the Wilson Interfaith Chapel at the Andover-Newton Theological School in Newton, MA. Evan then served for seven years as Executive Director of the Amelia Peabody Charitable Fund in Boston, MA. Evan is the husband of Saint Mary's Pastoral Associate, Marti Page, and the father of two adult children.
SMPA Seeking Volunteers
The first is the Pasta Dinner, which is part of our kick-off to Catholic Schools Week. This event will be held immediately following the 4:30pm Mass on January 28th.
The second event is the Teacher Appreciation Luncheon, also held during Catholic Schools Week. This year's luncheon will be on Thursday, February 2nd.
If you are interested in helping to coordinate either of these events, please reach out to Katie Apicerno at katieapicerno@gmail.com. Thank you for your support!
This Week's Basketball Schedule
January 6th, 7:30pm: Grade 7/8 Boys vs. St. Bernadette's @ St. Bernadette's
January 8th, 1:00pm: Grade 5/6 Girls vs. St. Bernadette's @ St. Bernadette's
January 8th, 3:00pm: Grade 7/8 Girls vs. Venerini @ Venerini
Upcoming Events
1/9/23: MAP Testing begins, Grades 2 - 8
1/10/23: School Advisory Board Meeting, 7pm
1/16/23: No School: Martin Luther King, Jr Day
1/17/23: Dining for Dollars @ Anzio's
1/27/23: Progress Reports sent home, Grades 4 - 8
1/28/23: Catholic Schools Week Mass & Pasta Festival, 4:30pm
1/29/23: Open House & Registration, 1pm - 3pm
1/30 - 2/3: Catholic Schools Week
SAVE THE DATE: Mark your calendars for March 4, 2023 for the SMPA's Parents Night Out! More details to come!
Saint Mary School
Website: https://school.stmarysparish.org/
Location: 16 Summer Street, Shrewsbury, MA, USA
Phone: 508-842-1601