The newly formed SMMS Men’s Club held its first meeting at the school on Wednesday, October 15th. So far there are 38 members. The next meeting will be on Thursday, Nov. 6. If you would like to be put on the email distribution list, please send a request to dwmecca@aol.com.
John Cattelan, the director of the Ct. Federation of Catholic School Parents, has some important messages for all of us. Please check out the CFCSP on the navigation bar to learn more!
On May 28th, our 8th graders had the opportunity to go to Wisdom House in Litchfield for their annual mini-retreat. During their visit, they learned about the labyrinth and experienced this prayerful walk. To read their reflections and see pictures, visit www.atwisdomstable.org
Our new pre-school program will now be called The School of Young Scholars of St. Mary Magdalen. This name is based on the fact that our program for 3 and 4 year olds will provide the academic introduction to the Kindergarten curriculum including the integration of technology. Our director is Mrs. Bernadette Mecca and assisted by Mrs. Kim Bendtsen. This is an exciting program in our new building! This program is modeled on the top program in the diocese. How exciting a time for SMMS. If you would like further information, please call the school and check out our pre-school page!
Based on their performance on the entrance exam at Sacred Heart High School, 2 SMMS students, who scored in the top 2% of all those who took the exam, were offered $3000 scholarships renewable each year. 5 students, who scored in the top 10% of all those who took the exam, were offered $1000 scholarships renewable each year.
2 students who took the exam at Holy Cross High School qualified to compete for four scholarships.
Congratulations to these students and to all their teachers! Well done!
Students in grades 4 through 8 performed their annual Christmas Program for the last time in our church. A Not So Silent Night was directed by our music teacher and choreographer, Mrs. Kathy Longo. Each class performed a variety of Christmas Songs and dances pertaining to the Christmas story of Christ's birth. Parents and students thoroughly enjoyed the evening! In the future all programs will be held on the stage in our new gymnasium!!Check out this year's pictures in the photo gallery!
On Monday, November 19, a record number of 135 fruit baskets were prepared and delivered by 37 families representing St. Mary Magdalen School. Recipients included our parish shut-ins, communion calls, parishioners, and special friends. Students from Pre-k through Grade 8 assembled the fruits they contributed and our eighth graders were responsible for the wrapping. After a meaningful prayer service for the recipients, families delivered the baskets and offered our good wishes. Pictures of the process are found in our photo gallery. Enjoy!
In an effort to contribute to protecting the environment, parents are asked to download the Parent Student Handbook (on navigation bar) and return the Parent Signature page to your oldest child's teacher. Any problems, call the school to request a hard copy. It may be helpful to keep your copy on your desktop for easy reference!
The St. Mary Magdalen cheerleaders and dance team competed at the Wildcat Open on Sunday, March 18, 2007. The cheer team and dance team placed first in their respective divisions. The SMMS dance team also received the best choreography award for their routine. Congratulations to our head coach, Mrs. Gemmell and assistant Mrs. Barone.
Cheerleaders include: Alexa C., Joscelyn B., Jenna N., Kimberly G., Alivia M., Alexa B., Madison M., Jovanna M., Martina N., Allison P., Rachel C., Lea P., Kate B., Frances S., Marny F., Kristina R., and Katie G. Coaches Mrs. Gemmell and Mrs. Barone
Dancers include: Alexa C., Kelly K., Mollie C., Samantha S., Maddison C., Jillian V., Alivia M., Alexa B., Madison M., Frances S., Mary D., Jovanna M., Marny F., Paige O., Marissa DosSantos. Congratulations to our coach, Mrs. Gemmell
On February 7, our school was filled with excitement, not only because of the groundbreaking but also because a television camera crew was here to prepare a feature on SMMS. You can check this out by choosing "crossroads magazine", Feb. 17/18 on the Office of Radio and Television website: http://www.ortv.org/ Our story can be found at 7:50 on the timer. Thank you to all the teachers for their cooperation in preparing for this event. If you can't get it, this segment will be shown at our H & S meeting on Monday, March 12 at 7:00 p.m.
Congratulations to Joseph L., grade 6, for being the SMMS Geography Bee champ. There were 2 contestants representing each grade (4 through 8). Pictured below is Joe & Mrs. Mulhall.
