Reminder: All St. Mary School after-school activities are also cancelled today, Thurs., 1/18/24, since school is not in session. Thank you, stay safe and warm!
SMS Parents - looking for something to do this evening while you're snowed in on the couch? Take this opportunity to re-enroll your student(s) for the coming school year in just a few short minutes if you haven't already: https://forms.gle/e4PSRVPiYdozoAjY9
When you're done with that, get on Facebook and invite friends to our upcoming Open House on Sunday, January 28th! Easily invite others via our Facebook event page: https://fb.me/e/1JLPsuQ2U
Or ask friends to RSVP here: https://forms.gle/gz7dyTXJPcA3Dz2F9
#ReEnrollment #SMStheplacetoBee #OpenHouse
We think you'd all agree that we already have enough snow...so how about some $$? The “Snow Me the Money” HSA Cash Raffle Final Drawing is THIS FRIDAY NIGHT!
With the recent weather we understand it may be difficult to get your tickets turned in, as parish and school offices are closed today and tomorrow. It seems we will get a break in the snow for Friday though, so please send students into school with any remaining tickets on Friday am, or drop yours off at the parish or school office Friday before 5pm! Tickets may also be dropped off with payment anytime (even if the campus is closed) to the secure, side-door mail slot at the parish office (on the side of the building near the chapel).
Just be sure to GET ALL TICKETS TURNED IN BEFORE THIS FRIDAY AT 5PM! Good luck everyone, stay safe and warm out there!
Due to continued inclement weather, St. Mary School Swormville will be closed again tomorrow, Thursday, January 18th. ❄️ Stay safe and stay warm! ❄️
A message from our HSA: Due to the forecast this week as well as other factors, HSA Casino Night has been cancelled. If you have already purchased tickets, you will receive an email this week with details about how you will be refunded. However, the "Snow Me the Money" HSA Cash Raffle Final Drawing will still occur Friday in the St. Mary School Gym at 8:30 pm and will be broadcast LIVE via Facebook! Be sure to get your tickets in to the school or parish office before Friday!
In anticipation of the forecasted winter storm, St. Mary School, St. Mary's Church, the parish office, and all campus activities are canceled for Wednesday, January 17, 2024.
There will be NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17th. All Wednesday activities are also canceled. Stay warm and stay safe!
There are just a few days left to turn in “Snow Me the Money” HSA Cash Raffle tickets! The final drawing will be held this Fri. at 8:30 pm during our HSA Casino Night! Please consider purchasing at least one $25 ticket, you could win $10,000 and help our students win a snowball fight against the school principal and parish priests! Right now Kindergarten is in the lead with the most tickets sold per student. #SnowMetheMoney #snowballfight #CasinoNight
“I have a dream that my four children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.”
We remember and honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today: https://cacatholic.org/issues/faith-in-the-public-square/dreams-lead-action-dr-martin-luther-king-jr/
At school Mass today, Fr. Tom spoke about how we are all special children of God, and because of that we are called to lead others to Him - just as the paralytic’s friends did in the Gospel, by bringing him to Jesus. It’s not always easy to do, but God is always there to help us.
Your $25 donation per ticket gives you:
• SIX OPPORTUNITIES TO WIN CASH prizes totaling $15,000!
• MORE CHANCES TO WIN — all tickets returned to the drum after each drawing!
Join the fun and support Catholic education. Send completed ticket stubs with payment, (cash or check payable to St. Mary’s) to the Parish Office, drop off at the School Office during school hours, or at the Parish Office side door mail slot anytime. Please return any unsold tickets. THANK YOU — GOD BLESS, & GOOD LUCK!
#SnowMeTheMoney #CashRaffle #SupportCatholicEd
Did you know there have been multiple St. Mary School buildings since 1852? Check out the excerpt from our 175th commemorative book below for a brief history. Commemorative books are available at the Parish Office. #ThrowbackThursday #StMarys175
Founded 175 years ago, we celebrate our strong past as the foundation of our vision for tomorrow. SMS offers Pre-K Montessori –grade 8 instruction, and believes in partnering with families to help students achieve their objectives. Ministry to others is part of our “everyday”, as are our Christ-centered, Catholic beliefs. We challenge students to reach their full potential, test their limits, and maximize their talents. Come see for yourself why we’re more than just a school. RSVP at smstheplacetobee.com
Miss Reeves' Regents Biology students have been studying cells and cellular transport in class. Today they decorated cupcakes to reinforce vocabulary, the organelles and their functions
Act fast to join our HSA for an evening of social gaming, delicious food and drink, and great company. "Win" the most chips & receive your ticket price back! Wine, beer & food available for additional purchase.
CLICK THE LINK TO RSVP: http://tinyurl.com/bde83c6t
Then mail payment with check payable to "St. Mary School HSA", or drop off cash/check at the Parish or School Offices: 6919 Transit Rd, East Amherst, NY 14051. Funds raised are restricted to the St. Mary's HSA.*Must 21 years or older to attend!
Mr. Dolan's 8th graders were seen using a game to review for their Social Studies test. When they needed more "power" to continue their individual game, they had to correctly answer review questions. A fun and engaging way to prepare for their test!
Profe Maria is celebrating la Día de Los Reyes, or Three Kings Day today with her students! #kingscake #threekingsday
Today we celebrate the Feast of the Baptism of our Lord. In honor of this special day, the third graders visited the church to remind themselves of their Baptism and to renew their Baptismal promises. #faith #CatholicEducation
Kindergarten is online! With their Chromebooks students learned how to join their technology Google classroom and practice track pad use while creating pictures. Their enthusiasm carried through the weekend & they couldn't wait for class today! Have a child entering Kindergarten, grade 1, or grade 2 this Fall? RSVP for LEAD Night, held this Thursday, January 11th from 6:30 - 7:30 pm at St. Mary School by visiting www.smstheplacetobee.com
St. Mary School (SMS) is having LEAD Night this Thursday, January 11th, 6:30-7:30 PM, for families with children who will be entering Kindergarten through Grade 2 in September 2024. Lower Elementary Academic Discovery (LEAD) Night will help acquaint you with our lower elementary staff and help your child get ready for their next steps at SMS! If you have a neighbor or friend with a child entering these grades in September, be sure to invite them too!
St. Mary School is also hosting Open House for families interested in all SMS grades,: Montessori Pre-K, Kindergarten, and Grades 1-8, on January 28, 10:30 AM - 12 PM.
Please RSVP for either event with this link: http://www.smstheplacetobee.com
