Principal’s Desk News & Information Upcoming Dates School Care News

Dear SMSA Families,
We hope this message finds you well and thriving! As we move through this exciting time of year, we want to share some important information, celebrate our achievements, and express our gratitude for your unwavering support.

We want to take a moment to celebrate the wonderful work happening at SMSA. Next week, our campus will be closed for spring break, providing everyone an opportunity to reflect, relax, and recharge. Each day on the Ledge offers small moments of education, and we are blessed to witness the dedication of our teachers and staff as they invest their talents and hearts into shaping the future.

May this break allow you to spend quality time with loved ones, step away from the busyness of school, reflect on the growth we’ve made this year, and rest as we prepare for the exciting conclusion of the school year!

The Alpha generation and Generation Z are amazing people; however, they are facing threats online that older generations did not experience. Spring break is a good time to set aside some time to LEAN into hard conversations. Learn together with your child. Engage in difficult topics found online that they may encounter, especially if they are on social media or play online games through Xbox or other systems. Announce expectations if they encounter someone online who wants to harm them. Provide Next steps to help them through such a harmful experience. Yes, the white rectangular van we worried about when we were children is now a rectangular phone with anyone on the inside. Let your child know you care for them, so we will have to talk about difficult topics. We will be there through anything if they let us know they need help. They are not alone is what these two generations need to hear from us. We need to charge into there world and LEAN in with support.

Beginning the week of March 31st and concluding on April 11th, Forward testing for Grades 3 – 8 will take place at SMSA. As part of the Forward Exam, students will need wired earbuds or wired headphones. Please ensure that your child(ren) are present during the testing window to help us achieve success. Thank you for your cooperation!

Happy early St. Patrick’s Day! St. Patrick used the shamrock to explain the Holy Trinity, illustrating how three leaves can exist as one. This concept aligns beautifully with our educational mission at SMSA, where we believe in the unity of our community—parents, students, and the school working together to foster a Catholic education rooted in Christ’s teachings. Together, we strive for academic excellence and service to both church and community, preparing our students to face global challenges and become the leaders of tomorrow.

We are grateful for your ongoing support and partnership in your child’s education. Together, we make a difference in the lives of our students.

God Bless,
Steven Kelnhofer
Elementary Principal, SMSA

The Principal’s Pen is an opportunity for teachers to recognize students who consistently demonstrate “The Ledger Way” with a focus on faith, learning, respect for leadership, community and responsibility. The students chosen will attend a special breakfast with Mr. Kelnhofer, Mr. Thuerwachter and a special guest. They will also receive a certificate with a brief sentence on how they followed “The Ledger Way,” and a principal’s pen. This week’s special guest speaker was Kelly Mueller, Athletic Administrator.

Cooper J. (Grade 2) – Cooper is an exceptional learner. Cooper goes above and beyond to show what he knows and is eager to challenge himself to learn even more.
Carly F. (Grade 3) – Carly is a great friend to all. She shows kindness and respect to all of those around her. She is always thrilled to share her ideas and she has a love for learning that is contagious. She has a positive impact on her classmates.
Sophia H. (Grade 3) – Sophia is a sweet girl who is kind and helpful. She shows respect to others and has great responsibility skills. She works hard and is a leader in our classroom by being a great friend!!
Quincy H. (Grade 3) – Quincy consistently demonstrates a high understanding of academic standards. She uses excellent judgment to be quiet when appropriate and to enthusiastically share when appropriate.
Maddie A. (Grade 4) – Maddie lives out the Core Values by being prayerful at mass and hard working in class. Maddie strives to always give her best effort in her learning.
Esmeralda C. (Grade 4) – Emeralda builds community by always making sure everyone is included. She shows respect by looking out for and speaking kindly to others.
Owen B. (Grade 4) – Owen puts forth his best effort. He is making strides in his academic work by having a positive attitude.
Isabella E. (Grade 5) – Isabella is a wonderful person who helps her friends in need. She shows respect and puts her best effort into her work.
Bryleigh D. (Grade 5) – Bryleigh is a great helper to adults and peers. She always has a smile on her face, treats her classmates with kindness and respect, and is very responsible.
Lauren K. (Grade 5) – Lauren is a true Ledger Learner. Her faith shines from within her daily. Lola is kind, respectful, and helpful to all. Academics are also important to Lola. She is always striving to do her very best.

When: April 5, 2025 – Doors open @ 5:00
Where: FCC – 400 University Dr, Fond du Lac, WI

Reserve YOUR Ticket Here!

We can’t wait to see you there!

In April we will be celebrating SCHOOL LIBRARY MONTH. To help celebrate, we would like each student to be able to add a “brick” for every book they check out (keep in mind our older students can check out up to 3 books a week! That’s a lot of LEGOs!) What will we build? It’s up to the students and their placement of their “bricks”. So if you have any extra clean LEGOs and are willing to donate them to the library…we would LOVE to take them off your hands! Duplo sized would be wonderful for our younger students, and building plates would also be great to have as well. Stay tuned and find out what we build!

Deadline to donate Lego’s is Friday, March 14, 2025 – Lego’s can be turned in to the South Hall Office. 

Our 5th-8th Grade Spring Concert will be held on Wednesday, May 14th in Hutter gymnasium.

More information to come!

2025 Contest Registration – English 

2025 Contest Registration – Spanish

The Football Fundamentals Camp is a non-contact camp with emphasis on skills that make the game of football safer and more fun to participate in.

DATES: 07/14/2025 – 07/17/2025 (Monday-Thursday)
TIME: 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
LOCATION: St. Mary’s Springs Athletic Field
255 Cty Road K
Fond du Lac, WI 54937

Football-Fundamentals-Camp-2025

Fondy Youth Fastpitch is inviting all 5K – 8th grade students to improve their throwing, fielding, and hitting fundamentals, while learning new softball skills. This camp is a fantastic way to enhance and learn new skills while having fun with future Fondy teammates. Players should bring a mask, glove, bat, helmet, and water bottle. Players should dress appropriately for indoor practice with gym shoes. Fond du Lac High School Softball Coaching Staff and players.

Coaches will be available to provide a variety of drills and stations to keep camp fun and interesting. Includes t-shirt.

Sundays – April 6 and 13
12:30 – 2:00pm (5k – 2nd grade)
2:00 – 4:00pm (3rd – 8th grade)
Cost: $40.00 per athlete
Location: FDL High School

25 Skills Registration Form

2025 Girls Youth Fastpitch Softball League Information

Did you know? You can Refer-A-Family and receive tuition credit!

Click Here to Learn More!

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March 17 – 21, 2025 – Spring Break

May 14, 2025 – 5th-8th Grade Spring Concert

May 14, 2025 – Student Show Case & Book Fair

May 28, 2025 – Kindergarten – Eighth Grade Mass & 8th grade graduation at Holy Family at 9:00 am

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Registration is upon us for Extended Care 2025-2026 school year. A friendly reminder when registering for Extended Care there is a $100.00 non-refundable registration fee.

In order for your child/children to have a saved spot in extended care this fee will need to be paid at the time of registration. Checks can be made payable to SMSA (Extended Care) to the south office. Reminder, spots fill up quickly.

Please email extendedcare@smsacademy.org if you have any questions.

Thank you

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