Hark! the Herald
Friday, November 30th, 2018
Important Dates and Reminders
- Thursday, December 13th at 6pm: All School Christmas Concert
- Friday, December 14th: Grade 9 Snack Bar and Dress Down Day
Make sure to send your child in with some money if they would like to participate.
- Friday, December 14th from 7-9pm: Christmas Dance for Grades 7-12.
- Friday, December 21st: Early Release at 12:00 Noon.
Christmas Break begins and runs thru Tuesday, January 1st.
Classes resume on Wednesday, January 2nd.
All School Christmas Concert on Thursday, December 13th at 6pm in Rand Hall
Our students will sing a wonderful collection of familiar and beloved Christmas songs, paired with Scripture readings to provide a narrative of the birth of Christ.
We warmly welcome all of our families to come join us in Rand Hall for a lovely evening, preparing ourselves for the joy of the true Christmas season. Please feel free to invite friends and family.
Project Feed the Thousands
This December, the school children of Saint Michael's will again partner with Project Feed the Thousands to provide food and monetary donations to St. Brigid's Kitchen. As you do your holiday shopping, please consider purchasing some non-perishable food items to contribute to our efforts. The campaign ends on December 21st.
Bins will be made available throughout the school
and there is going to be a competition for the duration of the drive:
PK and elementary students on the first floor VS grades 4-12 on the second floor.
The winning floor will earn a dress down day!
Any canned or dry food items left in the rear of Saint Michael's Church will be included in the December drive this month. Monetary donations may be dropped off in the administrative office at the school. Saint Michael School has a long history of community service and compassion. Project Feed the Thousands is a part of our legacy of kindness.
Please help us make this year the most successful campaign yet!
From Saint Michael Parish: Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Saturday, December 8th is a Holy Day of Obligation to be observed by all Catholics as we celebrate our Blessed Mother Mary’s conception in the womb of St. Anne without Original Sin. Masses will be the 5:15PM Vigil on Friday, December 7th and Saturday, December 8th at 8:45AM.
WINTER SPORTS SIGNUP
IS EVERYONE EXCITED FOR WINTER SPORTS?!?! WOOHOOO!
Thank you to everyone who has already submitted their forms. If you still haven't signed up or made payment, we need your paperwork in to the office at the beginning of next week.
*** WE NEED PARENT DRIVERS***
If we do not have enough parents willing to help with driving, we will have to rent a van for transportation. It would be wonderful to avoid this added expense. If you could please look at your calendars and see if you can help out, it is only 5 weeks on Monday afternoons in January and December. We would be so appreciative.
Please call the office if you are interested.
**CHECK OUT THIS GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO PICK UP WINTER SPORTS GEAR**
New! SMS Adult Reading Group
Ever wished you could return to school? Interested in lifetime learning? Want to stay mentally active?
St. Michael Roman Catholic School is delighted to cordially invite the parishioners of St. Michael’s Parish, SMS parents, faculty, alumni, and benefactors to come join SMS teacher Steven Duchaney and explore the Great Books of Western Civilization in a new seminar-style adult reading group.
The SMS Great Books Group will meet every two weeks from 7:00 - 8:30 PM in the SMS Youth Center beginning Tuesday, January 15, 2019 to read, discuss and enjoy the greatest works in the Western literary tradition. There is no cost to join the group.
The SMS Great Books Group provides an enrichment opportunity for adults interested in participating in the seminar-style instruction used with juniors and seniors at St. Michael School and to read and discuss many of the same books included in its Catholic classical liberal arts curriculum.
Steven Duchaney, Academic Dean at St. Michael Roman Catholic School, is a graduate of Thomas Aquinas College and a seasoned teacher of nearly 20 years experience at the high school level. Mr. Duchaney currently teaches students in grades 9-12 at St. Michael School and is pleased to host the newly formed SMS Great Books Group.
To reserve a seat or inquire further, interested adults may contact Steven Duchaney at stevenduchaney@smsvt.info Come join us!
Ways You Can Help!
- cough drops and tissues :)
- new or gently used winter gear such as hats, gloves, mittens, boots etc.
- AA Batteries
Volunteer Opportunities:
- Christmas Dance Helpers. Please contact Katie Pierce if you would like to get involved at piercekatie@hotmail.com
- Winter sports drivers and chaperones
- Help with various mailings or office tasks over the next few months. Any day helps!
Thank you for your support of Boxtops!
Thank you to everyone who diligently clipped, ripped, and snipped all of those Boxtops. They really do add up if everyone participates.
Our Coordinators are working on unveiling a new Boxtops challenge for the second half of the school year so please continue to set aside your clippings. Our goal is to raise another $400 by March and if we surpass that $600 mark we will have a special free Dress Down Day for the whole school.
SAVE THE DATE! Christmas Dance
Saint Michael School will be hosting a Christmas Dance in two weeks.
The dance will be open to all students in grades 7 through 12 and their guests.
Students from outside our school community will have to fill out some paperwork in order to attend.
Be thinking of who you would like to invite and other ways that you can help or get involved.
Volunteer Hours Opportunities:
We need someone with Music/ DJ expertise...
Please contact Katie Pierce if you would like to get involved at piercekatie@hotmail.com
Friday, Dec 14, 2018, 07:00 PM
St Michael's Catholic School, 48 Walnut Street, Brattleboro, VT, USA
Breakfast Lunch and AMP Menus
Breakfast is $2.25 and Lunch is $3.50
Monday 12-3-18
Bagel w/cream cheese, juice, fruit choice, milk
Tuesday 12-4-18,
Applesauce muffin, string cheese, juice, fruit choice, milk
Wednesday 12-5-18
Blueberry muffin, yogurt, juice, fruit choice, milk
Thursday 12-6-18
Pancakes w/syrup, sausage, juice, fruit choice, milk
Friday 12-7-18
Egg/Cheese breakfast sandwich., juice, fruit choice, milk
After School Meal Program
This is a free meal program, sponsored by the state, and available to all students who stay after school for any reason.
Community Events
FINAL WEEK for Hannaford Helps Schools
Now through 12/1, every time you buy 4 participating products you’ll earn $3 for our school!
Look for shelf tags in-store or click to see the full list of products: http://bit.ly/2MrRBpr
Northeast Catholic College Polyphony Choir Concert
On Tuesday, December 11th at 1pm, everyone is welcome to come enjoy the musical talents of the Northeast Catholic College Polyphony Choir as they perform a series of carols, motets, and chant from their "Carols to Light Our Way" tour.
The performance will be held in Saint Michael Church and the Blessed Sacrament will be present in the tabernacle. Guests are invited to the church to come 'refresh your heart through the beauty of song this Advent' in the presence of our Lord.
Adult Choir
The St. Michael Parish Adult Choir will sing at Midnight Mass.
Rehearsals will be on December 6th and 20th from 6-8PM in the church. All are welcome!
Please call the rectory if you have any questions: 802-257-5101
PIANO AND ORGAN LESSONS NOW AVAILABLE
Hi! I'm Breton Abbondanzio, the new Music Director at St. Michael Parish and I'm pleased to offer private lessons in piano and organ. I teach all ages and levels and some of my students have won prizes in the ATAM Music Competition in Newton, MA. Lessons are a half hour in duration and my fee is reasonable and competitive. Please give me a call at (413) 824-9881 or email me at babbondanzio@gmail.com. I look forward to teaching your child!
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