The Trojan Times
St. Maria Goretti Catholic School May 15, 2022
Mission Statement
St. Maria Goretti is a living testament to our Lord's work in His youngest disciples, exemplified by academic excellence, spiritual formation, and compassionate service to others.
St. Maria Goretti Catholic School aims to form what is True, Good, and Beautiful in the souls of our young disciples of Christ.
Principal's Message
Dear St. Maria Goretti Catholic School Families,
The Round 2 tuition assistance deadline and the Yearbook ad deadline are TODAY! The link to order an ad is in this edition of the Trojan Times. Yearbooks are also on sale for $20 until June 27, 2022.
Monday the school earned jeans, SMGCS spirit shirt, tennis shoes, and sock day from the Boosterthon fundraising. At lunch, the students will also enjoy a lollipop because the SMGCS booth won the best-decorated booth at the Spirit Games!
The Candle Passing Ceremony will be Wednesday following the 8:00 AM Mass. Please be reverent and respectful while taking pictures during the ceremony.
Junior High final exams begin this week. Please make sure that students are getting plenty of rest and eating breakfast before arriving at school.
Our final pep rally is Friday, May 20th, at 2:30 PM. We will be live-streaming this event. A link will be sent out Friday afternoon.
Field day will be on the last day of school, May 27th. Please see more information regarding this fun day and how you can help in this edition of the Trojan Times.
The last edition of the Trojan Times for the 2021-2022 School Year will be May 29, 2022.
Please pray for our Church leaders, Pope Francis, Bishop Olson, Father Mike, and Father Jim.
St. Maria Goretti, Pray for Us!
Blessings,
Amy Utendorf, M.Ed.
Principal
Order 2022-2023 School Supplies - June 17th Deadline
Prepackaged School Supplies for the 2022-2023 school year can be ordered at the following link. Supplies will be delivered to the school.
LAST DAY to Purchase Yearbook Ads
SMGCS parents and friends, we need your help to make this year's yearbook the best one yet!
Online Ad sales are available now. Buy your student or business ad today! All proceeds go to funding the yearbook. This is a great way to support your school and your students. If you have any questions you can contact the administrator of this yearbook by emailing
Download Now!
Entourage Yearbooks is excited to announce our NEW smartphone app! App users can instantly submit photos from their phones to the yearbook staff for consideration in the yearbook.
https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/specials.asp
Nine Easy Steps to Upload Photos
Hospitality Minister Training May 16th
Final Exam Schedule for Grades 6th, 7th, and 8th
Save the Date! May 25th
Kindergarten Graduation - May 26th
Field Day - May 27th
When is Field Day? FRIDAY, MAY 27th
Who participates in Field Day? All Trojans Prek-6th
What time is Field Day? Prek-2nd 8:00am – 9:40am; 3rd-6th 10:00am – 11:40am; 7th grade students need to arrive at 7:15 am to help set up.
Are parents able to attend? You bet! In fact, I’d love for you to consider volunteering. Please remember you must be Virtus trained to volunteer with students. Use this Sign-Up Genius to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0448ada622a5fe3-field
What can my student wear for field day? Students can wear athletic wear (running shorts are ok), any tennis shoes, and their specified t-shirt color for each grade. It is highly recommended that students wear materials that are quick-drying because they will be getting wet at field day. Swimsuits underneath or swim trunks for boys are ok. Shirts must be left on.
What does my student need to bring? A towel and a bottle of water. We will have water jogs outside to refill bottles. Sunscreen and bug spray must be applied before arriving at school! Hats and sunglasses are okay!
Can my student bring a small bag? Yes, students are responsible for their own items. A small bag to keep everything in is probably best. Don’t forget to label EVERYTHING!
What if it rains? Students will participate in minimal activities in the gym. An alternative schedule of times will be sent out to parents if this is necessary. PLEASE Join Us in Prayers for GREAT weather! God is good, the day will be exactly what it will be!
Any other field day tips?
- Field Day is wet and messy, so a sheet or extra towel for the vehicle afterward is a good idea.
- Please don’t wear your best tennis shoes out there, it will get messy.
- Students will be enjoying class parties when not participating in field day events outside. Ask the room mothers and teachers what they need. Field Day is super fun and much help is needed and appreciated.
Field Day Shirt Colors
PreK: Orange
Kinder: Light Blue
1G: Yellow
2M: Green
3C: Dark Blue
4AB: Red
5AB: Purple
6AB: Black
7AB: Neon/Bright Pink
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Changes to Mass Hosting Schedule
The Class Mass Hosting schedule has been updated for the year. If you plan to attend Mass when your child is participating, please consult the new schedule.
- May 18 - 8th Pick
- May 25 - 7th Nguyen
Red and blue cardigan sweaters, not vests, are required for Mass. Please ensure your child is following the Mass dress code.
SMG Today Episode 16
Students and teachers are encouraged to submit poems, artwork, class pictures and class videos to broadcast@smgschool.org along with a short description of the submission to get your class featured on the broadcast.
Please "like" the video and subscribe to the channel in order to help us promote this to families outside of our school.
- Episode 16: - https://youtu.be/vhCqBz-IQQ8 May 13, 2022
Nolan Catholic High School News
Interested in Joining SMGCS Robotics Team?
The new SMG Robotics game has been revealed! We will be transitioning to the new robot Spike Prime instead of Mindstorm. We will have a couple of sessions in the summer to introduce students to the new programming. If you are interested in robotics, please email Mrs. Utendorf.
In August, the meetings will be on Mondays from 6pm-8pm and every other Saturday at Nolan. The competition is scheduled for Saturday, December 10th so this will be a normal and short season.
New 2022 FLL Robot Game
SMG Clubs - Mark Your Calendar!
Monday
- 3:30-4:00 PM Rubik Cube Club - May 16th Last Meeting
- Shutter Club during 6th-8th Lunch/Recess (Jamison) May 16
- 3:30-5:00PM Cheer Club (Paladini/Cruz)
- 3:30-5:00 PM 5th-8th Trojan Troupe Drama Club (Richards) May 16th
- 3:30-4:15 PM Chess Club (Nguyen) May 16
- 3:30-4:15 PM Table Tennis (Nguyen) May 23
Tuesday
- 3:30-4:30 Spanish Club (Zavala) - May 16 Field Trip to Supermercado El Rancho, May 24 Deliver food to Padre Pio
Wednesday
- SMG Broadcast Club during 6th, 7th, 8th Lunch/Recess (Jones)
- 3:30 StuCo (Pick/Pennell) specific dates to be announced
Thursday
- NJHS during Recess (Vasquez and Jones) May 19 - Includes newly inducted Members
- 3:15-4:30 PM 4th-8th Garden Club (Pick)
- 3:30-4:15 PM 3rd-8th Cecilian Singers Club (Richards)
Lunch room and recess helpers needed!
Please consider volunteering to help during lunch and recess. Service hours will be earned. Click on the signup genius link for a description of duties. All volunteers must be current with their Virtus training.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0448ADA622A5FE3-alunchroom3
Last Week at SMGCS
Cinco de Mayo
Link to our morning and afternoon Cinco de Mayo celebrations performed by select Music Classes, Spanish Classes, and Ballet Folklorico. https://youtu.be/ocUDZCmSzLc
Following the presentation, 3rd grade and Folklorico Club members enjoyed a Pinata Party!
Teacher Appreciation Week
Teacher Appreciation Day is described by the NEA, which spearheads the weeklong event, as “a day for honoring teachers and recognizing the lasting contributions they make to our lives.” SMGCS teachers enjoyed a week of pampering: flowers, candy, food, cards of appreciation, and more. Thanks to everyone for making our week extra special.
"The best teachers are those who show you where to look, but don't tell you what to see." ~Alexandra K. Trenfor
Grandparent's Day 2022
We had a lovely SMGCS Mass with Grandparents in attendance Monday. Father Mike used white and brown eggs to symbolize the differences in skin color, gender, handicaps, etc. He then cracked each egg open symbolizing how we are all the same inside.
Following Mass, over 200 Grandparents jointed us for breakfast, photo opportunities with their students, a visit to the book fair, and a tour of the school. Thank you to the parents who helped set up, serve, and clean up, and to Mrs. Perez for all her hard work and planning!
Thanks to all who attended Grandparent's Day. We loved sharing this special day with you!
“Grandparents, like heroes, are as necessary to a child's growth as vitamins.” — Joyce Allston
SMGCS Spring Book Fair 2022
A huge thank you to Librarian, Mrs. Richards, for a fantastic book fair. Students and faculty dressed up as knights and ladies in keeping with the Sir Reads A Lots book fair theme. We raised over $2000 for teacher and student books!
May Crowning
SMGCS students and faculty honored the Queen of Heaven and the Mother of God during May Crowning by placing flowers at the statue of Mary. She is celebrated in feasts and devotions throughout the year. The May Crowning ceremony at SMGCS has been a devotion to Mary since the school began in 1954. Over the years 8th grade has had the honor of leading the school in this devotion and in crowning Mary with a crown of flowers.
Celebración del Club Español
Nurses Day
Band Concert
Under the direction of Band Director, Mr. Chris Cullen, 4th through 8th grade band students entertained parents, students and faculty with amazing music. https://youtu.be/AAExwrL4E4A
Field Trip to City Hall
Second and third grade had the honor of being the first school to every tour Arlington City Hall! They met Mayor Jim Ross, District 2 Council Member Raul Gonzalez (an SMG parishioner!), the City Secretary and City Auditor. City officials prepared a fun and educational scavenger hunt to help students learn more about City Hall. Students finished their day with a picnic lunch at Fielder Park.
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1st Grade Three Piggy Opera
Mrs. Richards never fails to impress us with her directing skills! First grade performed an outstanding opera for parents on Friday. Click on the link to watch the adorable performance.
Need Prayers?
We all do!! The St. Maria Goretti Catholic School Community would love to pray for you and your intentions. Please send all prayer requests to: smgprays4u@smgschool.org.
Calendar Notes
May 16, Monday: 3:15-:4:15 Hospitality Minister Training
May 17-20, 23: 6th/7th/8th Finals (see schedule)
May 18, Wednesday: Candle Passing Ceremony following 8:00 AM Mass
May 20, Friday: 2:30 Pep Rally
May 23, Monday: 12:10 8th grade ONLY dismissed, 6:30 PM 8th-grade graduation Mass in the Church
May 24, Tuesday: 6th Grade Teacher Outing: Free Play Video Arcade
May 25, Wednesday: Award Ceremony (grades1-7), 6:30 PM Little Women Play
May 26, Thursday: 1:30 Kindergarten Graduation, Walk for Life
May 27, Friday: Field day (PreK-7), Last Day of School, 12:10 Early Dismissal
June 7, Tuesday: Final report cards mailed
June 17, Friday: Deadline to order 2022-2023 School Supplies
June 27, Monday, Last day to order Yearbook
Meet Our Priests!
St. Maria Goretti Parish Website: https://www.smgparish.org/
Fr. Mike Ciski, T.O.R.
Fr. Jim Morman, T.O.R.
Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth
Serving the North Texas Catholic community by providing the faithful opportunities to grow in Christian discipleship and strengthen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
St. Maria Goretti Catholic School
Email: development@smgschool.org
Website: https://smgschool.org
Location: 1200 South Davis Drive, Arlington, TX, USA
Phone: (817)275-5081
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StMariaGorettiArlington/