Principal’s Desk News & Information Upcoming Dates High School Counseling

During this election season, as Christians we have faith that whatever changes may occur for our country, or community, God’s presence is unchanging. God is always faithful to us, his beloved creations. Thankfully God is also patient and forgiving.

Join me in praying that we might find God’s presence, peace and love in the days ahead in our great land. May our nation’s leaders recognize and respect human dignity and God’s dream for a just and peaceful society. May God continue to bless America, and strengthen our collective empathy, goodwill and wisdom as a people.

Thanks to all of our parents and guardians who attended the high school Parent-Teacher Conferences on Wednesday evening, October 30th. Even if you were not in attendance, you can still take the survey. The link to that survey is included here as well. Survey – Click Here

Our Lady of the Ledge, pray for us.

Eamonn O’Keeffe,
High School Principal

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RSVP Here – No Cost To Attend

We Need Volunteers! Help Bartend & Serve Food

Click here to read the November issue of the high school Ledger Pick-Axe student newspaper. 

Want to support the NFDL – SMSA wrestling team? Purchase your wrestling apparel at the link below. All orders must be placed by November 24, 2024.

Click Here to Purchase

Please note that St. Mary’s Springs name will be corrected before going to print.

St. Mary’s Springs Highschool Theater presents All’s Fair by Pat Cook.
It is time again for the county fair in Flat Rock, Texas! In between the jelly judging, local politicin’ and some extraordinary spoon playing, folks can see “Nature’s Boo-Boos,” an exhibit where teenager Tommy Rogers feels right at home, especially when he tries to do “Shakespeare in the Park”! Meanwhile, the Ladies’ Auxiliary is hoping to collect funds for a hedge around the courthouse to keep all the dogs from frequenting it, while school supporters have set up a fortune-telling booth for money to get the school bus repainted yellow instead of camouflage `cause, “The bus sits there waitin’ fer the kids and they can’t find it!” This riotous but loving look at country life is chock-full of wisecracks, especially from the town gossips. So kick off your shoes, pick up a cup of lemonade and join us at the fair! No Refunds, No Exchanges.

The show will be held at the North Fond du Lac Horace Mann PAC at 225 McKinley Street. Shows are Friday, November 22nd at 7pm, Saturday, November 23rd at 7pm, and Sunday November 24th at 1pm.
Tickets are available at www.hometowntickets.com $12 for adults and $7 for students and seniors.

Click Here to Purchase Tickets

RaiseRight – SMSA’s SCRIP Program

Enroll NOW – Start Earning Tuition Credit Through RaiseRight

If you are a high school student looking to satisfy your volunteer requirements or simply enjoy volunteering in your free time, the Children’s Museum of Fond du Lac has excellent opportunities now and throughout the year. Saturday, November 16 is Super Saturday, and Saturday, December 14 is Snowflake Spectacular.

Log on to CMFDL.org or complete the application by clicking here, to be contacted and reserve your spot to volunteer at CMFDL!

Who will win $20,000 this year!? It could be you, or someone you know! Each SMSA family has received 5 BMR tickets to sell and/or purchase before the noon drawing on Friday, January 10, 2025.

Tickets may be returned to school with your child, or to the North, South or Scrip offices any time before the noon drawing on Friday, January 10, 2025.

If you have any questions, or if you would like to purchase additional tickets, please contact a member of the BMR committee, listed below.

Valerie Everson

920.251.3719

Stephanie Fessler

920.960.0556

Katie Mathos

920.979.6757

Lisa Shannon

920.539.2892

Sasha Smith

920.517.1693

HIGH SCHOOL YEARBOOKS ARE FOR SALE

High school yearbooks are available to purchase online at the SMSA website for $55. Prices go up on March 31, 2025 to $65. Get yours by clicking here!

Are you wanting to get more involved in our Parent Connectors Group? If so, look for the Parent Connectors volunteer form in your packet you will be receiving at the supply drop off day (3K-5th Grade). If your youngest child is in 6th grade or above, you won’t be receiving a form to fill out but can email Andrea Nuss, alnuss@charter.net, to share that you are interested in being a part of our group. Every year a new email group gets created so please submit your form even if you have done so in the past years. Also, only one form per family is needed to be filled out. Throughout the year, our group has various school family events as well shows our amazing SMSA Staff how appreciative we are for them. By being a part of our group, you will receive emails that shares ways you can help with these events through volunteering and donating. Our group wouldn’t be a successful without all of the wonderful people involved in it. Thank you so much! If you have any questions, please email Andrea Nuss, alnuss@charter.net.

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November 9 – Bob Hyland Retirement Celebration
November 13 – Red Cross Blood Drive at SMSA supported by the National Honor Society
November 23 – High School Placement Test for all 8th graders seeking admission to SMSA high school
November 22-24 – SMSA High School Play at Horace Mann HS Auditorium, North Fond du Lac
November 25, 26 – Senior Retreat Days.
November 27, 28, 29 – Thanksgiving Holiday Break

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• Ripon College: Tuesday, November 12, 2024 @ 2:35 PM – 3:15 PM
• Marian University: Monday, November 18, 2024 @ 12:10 PM – 12:50 PM

Admissions Counselors come to our campus to answer questions about the application process, scholarships, housing and much more. They are here for our students and are extremely knowledgeable. We highly recommend students attend these campus visits even if they don’t know if they will apply there. Meeting with these College Professionals gives students the opportunity to become more familiar with the application process and future plans. Please let counseling know by email if your student would like to attend any of the visits listed above for November.

SMSA is proud to participate in another year of Trade Tours through the Fond du Lac R.O.C.K. program, which stands for Retention, Opportunity, Community, and Knowledge. This program aimed at working specifically with high school seniors and juniors who are piecing together their plans post high school graduation. This program provides career exploration through business tours and job shadows. Fond du Lac R.O.C.K. is a program of Envision Greater Fond du Lac. Please let counseling know if your student would be interested in joining a future tour.

2024-25 Trade Tour Schedule:
November 12th, 2024 — Spark Ops.
December 3rd, 2024 — Eagle Flexible Packaging
December 17th, 2024 — Quality Truck Care Center
January 7th, 2025 — City of FDL Fire Department
January 21st, 2025 — CD Smith
February 4th, 2025 — Integrity Saw and Tool, Inc.
February 18th, 2025 — MEC Manufacturing Facilities
March 4th, 2025 — Kondex
April 8th, 2025 — City of FDL Construction & Maintenance
April 22nd, 2025 — JF Ahern & Co.

Please refer to the information provided at the link below, for local and state scholarships that SMSA seniors can apply for. This list is always subject to change and may not be all-inclusive.

Local scholarship opportunities (Fond du Lac area) are listed first, followed by opportunities for residents of the state of Wisconsin.

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