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

Dear SMSA Families,
As we step into the final trimester of the school year, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your continued support and partnership. Your engagement is vital to our students’ success, and together, we can create an enriching school experience.

This past Wednesday, SMSA began our journey of Lent with our All-System Mass at Holy Family on Ash Wednesday. Lent is a time for reflection and practicing the three disciplines of fasting, almsgiving, and prayer. In my experience teaching second grade, we would discuss not only what we might “give up” during Lent but also what positive actions or habits we could embrace in their place. This season offers us the opportunity to create new habits that enhance our lives and the lives of others. I encourage you to take time this week to discuss Lent with your family and explore different ways to practice these disciplines as we strive to become the best versions of ourselves.

This week marks the beginning of our final trimester. Report cards will be available for digital signing and access in Skyward on March 6th. To view your child/children’s report card, please follow these steps:
Log into Family Access.
Click on the Portfolio tab on the left side.
Look for your child’s name.
Under Description, find the document labeled “Report Card” for the current term.
Click the document title; the Electronic Signature box will appear.
Click “View Report” to see your child’s report card.
After reviewing, click the small box, “I Agree.”
Click “Submit Signature” when you are finished.

Student learning continues to be one of our top priorities at SMSA. If you have any concerns or questions regarding your child’s learning, please do not hesitate to reach out to teachers during their business hours to set up a conference. We encourage healthy partnerships to foster student achievement.

Forward testing for Grades 3 – 8 will take place from April 1st through April 11th. Please ensure that your child(ren) are present during this time to facilitate a successful testing experience. Additionally, students will need wired earbuds or wired headphones for part of the Forward Exam.

As we journey through this Lenten season, please know that you are in my prayers. My prayer is for families to take the time to notice one another and cultivate an attitude of gratitude. Let us remember that we are cared for every day. Thank you for your ongoing support in making SMSA a nurturing and thriving community. I look forward to our continued collaboration and the positive impact we can make together for 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 Mitch Redig ’01, Athletic Director.

Olivia F. (P3) – Olivia is an extremely respectful student! She treats everyone with kindness and is a role model for her classmates, in words and in action!
Abigail K. (P3) – Abigail is respectful to teachers and other students. She leads by example and is kind to her friends.
Magdalena F. (K4) – Maggie is always respectful, helpful to her teachers and friends, loves to learn, does her best job, and leads by example. Maggie is a joy to have in our class!
Beau T. (K4) – Beau loves to help others, especially his teachers. He has a big heart! He also works hard in class!
Bentley M. (K4) – Bentley comes in everyday with a big smile on his face greeting everyone. He makes sure everyone feels included. He is a great friend!
Brenna S. (K4) – Brenna always has a positive attitude. She is very respectful and polite to her friends and teachers. Brenna is constantly willing to help others in need without being asked.
Dominic W. (1st Grade) – Dominic has a loving and special kindness about him. He comes to school wanting to give everyone a hug each and every day. He is working hard to learn all he can and share his new knowledge with everyone!
Sebastian (1st Grade) – Sebastian is a very hard worker in class learning everything he can. He also shows great leadership by doing the right thing even when friends are doing something else. Sebastian is respectful to all adults and a great friend to everyone.
Leighton F. (1st Grade) – Leighton embodies kindness and friendship, always ready to support those in need. She actively checks in on her friends, showcasing respect, responsibility, and safety in every action. As a remarkable role model, she inspires trust and dependability. Her passion for learning shines brightly, and she approaches school with joy and an open mind, eager to embrace new challenges. Keep shining, Leighton!
Alyvia J. (2nd Grade) – Alyvia always comes to school with a smile on her face. She has a very caring heart and is respectful to teachers and other students. She always works hard and tries her best. She is a great friend to all!
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.
Clare S. (Grade 2) – Clare is always ready for the day. She works hard in class. She follows the rules and listens to her teacher. She is very respectful to adults and her peers.
Thea N. (Grade 2) – Thea is a very kind, empathetic friend who includes everyone and treats everyone with respect and love. She works very hard in class and continues to grow as a learner. She leads others by following her faith, choosing to follow Jesus and his teachings.

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. 

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!

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

More information to come!

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!

As SMSA’s winter sports begin, please click on the links below to sign up to help with admission and concession stands at both the boys’ and girls’ home basketball games.

Boys Hoops Sign Up

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March 17 – 21, 2025 – Spring Break

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

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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