September 23, 2020
Dear SMCS families,
Today, Governor Tony Evers declared a new face coverings order which is effective immediately and will expire after sixty days (November 21) or with a subsequent superseding order. SMCS will continue with our current face coverings protocol.
Recently you may have received a notification e-mail from us if there was a positive COVID-19 case in your child’s school. We will no longer be sending out notifications on positive cases but will communicate with our local health officials so they can work with and notify suspected cases of exposure.
Mary, our Patron and Mother of us all …. Pray for us!! Live Jesus in our hearts …. Forever!!
September 17, 2020
Dear SMCS families,
Even in the face of so much change, there is much to be grateful for at SMCS.
- Students are responsibly wearing their face coverings.
- Lunchroom procedures are going well and students utilizing our SMCS food service are receiving nutritious lunches.
- Mass is being celebrated at all campuses.
- Students are enjoying our outdoor spaces and getting physical activity.
- The development of social and emotional skills are being supported.
- Fall sport competitions are underway.
- Virtual learning is being supported for those students whose families comfort levels are best met in their home settings.
While we have faced situations where there was a need for both quarantine and isolation, we have had swift action from those affected, hopefully mitigating any spread. As a reminder, please err on the side of caution. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms of COVID-19, and keep them home from school.
Our area health departments have been overwhelmed by this pandemic. Please be patient as it is still critical that we follow their recommendations. This may mean staying home while we wait for their guidance but in the long run, it could be what allows in-person learning to be a viable option for us.
Thank you for all of the extra efforts you are making as parents/guardians. We pray these efforts keep your families and our staff safe and well.
Mary, our Patron and Mother of us all …. Pray for us!! Live Jesus in our hearts …. Forever!!
August 19, 2020
Dear SMCS families,
Please see our next video installment of: PULLING BACK INTO THE STATION!
This video covers the topics of:
Staying Safe
Travel Guidelines
Co-Curriculars
COVID-19 Screener
Click here for the video.
We are excited to start 2020-21 learning next week!
Mary, our Patron and Mother of us all …. Pray for us!! Live Jesus in our hearts …. Forever!!
August 11, 2020
Dear SMCS families,
Please see our next video installment of: PULLING BACK INTO THE STATION!
This video covers the topics of:
Physical Distancing
Orientation
Before/After School Care
Enrichment & Co-Curriculars
Click here for the video.
Watch for a follow-up video next week!
Mary, our Patron and Mother of us all …. Pray for us!! Live Jesus in our hearts …. Forever!!
August 6, 2020
Hello early childhood families,
We have been receiving feedback regarding our decision to have early childhood wear face coverings during the school day and would like to alleviate some concerns if we can. We want your child’s SMCS Early Childhood experience to be safe, positive, and valuable.
According to the CDC, once children turn two, children without physical or mental conditions that could be exacerbated by wearing a face covering, such as severe breathing difficulties or sensory processing disorders, can safely wear cloth masks. To provide for an effective developmental and educational environment, and to ensure the safety of our staff and students, we have decided to have our early childhood students wear face coverings but with some exceptions:
- When eating or drinking
- When participating in physical activity
- When physically distanced
- When outdoors
This is how we will start the school year, but we will be closely monitoring and may adapt the usage of face coverings for the early childhood students after we get a sense of how this plan is working for the students and staff.
We are also working on fun strategies to make our new procedures less frightening for students, for example turning temperature checks into a game where students can earn stickers.
How can you help? Parents/guardians should share how and why we have these safeguards in place with their children. Children at this age like to “do things themselves” while mimicking what their parents and siblings do. Teach them the proper way to wear a mask.
If you still have concerns, please reach out to us so we can show you our spaces and what we have planned. We feel with these protocols in place we can safely return students and fulfill our mission of preparing and inspiring students to lead meaningful lives, rooted in the teachings of Christ in our Catholic tradition.
August 5, 2020
Dear SMCS Families,
As we recently announced, based on questions, concerns, and support from families, we are building a K-12 virtual option for students and families with compromised health conditions and students capable of working well independently for the first semester.
SMCS will offer the following two options for the first semester of the 2020-2021 school year:
- Students back in school all day / all 5 days
- Students participate in a full virtual environment for the first semester
SMCS will NOT offer a hybrid approach (some in-person and some virtual) as an option to families.
The virtual option will be available for the entire school year. There will be opportunities for virtual learning students to return to in-person learning at semester or as agreed upon by the building principal. Students who begin the school year in-person will have the opportunity to move to the virtual platform at any point in the school year. Students will not, however, be able to toggle back and forth between in-person and virtual.
Virtual students will still have access to student services such as counseling, as well as career counseling for the high school students. Students attending virtually will also be able to participate in our co-curricular activities.
Due to the programming for early childhood, we are only offering the in-person model for preschool and 4K. Because of this, the virtual education option will be offered to families beginning with kindergarten.
In order to prepare properly, parents/guardians will need to choose a learning model by Wednesday, August 12. Please complete this form by Wednesday, August 12 for EACH student in kindergarten thru grade 12.
August 4, 2020
Dear SMCS families,
In an attempt to best communicate with you, we are working on a series of videos to address topics as they relate to our fall re-entry, or as we are calling it……..PULLING BACK INTO THE STATION!
This video covers the topics of:
Masks/Face Coverings
Temperature Screening
Positive Case Procedures/Exposure
Virtual Learning
Click here for the video.
Watch for a follow-up video next week!
Mary, our Patron and Mother of us all …. Pray for us!! Live Jesus in our hearts …. Forever!!
July 16, 2020
***A message from President Helen Englebert and Superintendent Tim Schigur***
Greetings,
Last evening we delivered our 2020-21 plan for re-entry to the SMCS Board of Trustees and now after prayerful consideration, guidance from health professionals, and careful planning, we are prepared to share the below plan and guidelines for health screening protocols and stay-at-home guidelines with our families and community. There are many details to work out yet and the situation is very fluid but student and staff wellness and safety have been at the forefront of all discussions and decisions made.
Thank you for your support and understanding as we have been working through this process. It is challenging to prepare for the unknown. We are proud of how our SMCS students, parents, staff, and community have handled the demands we have been faced with thus far and trust that together we will do our best to protect everyone as we continue to educate our students during the most unusual of circumstances. We know there will be concerns and questions related to how we plan to reopen and we commit to doing our best to provide ongoing communications with you.
Mary, our Patron and Mother of us all …. Pray for us!! Live Jesus in our hearts …. Forever!!
MISSION: Preparing and inspiring students to lead meaningful lives, rooted in the teachings of Christ in our Catholic tradition.
HISTORY: In early March 2020, in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, St. Mary Catholic Schools (SMCS) formed a pandemic steering committee comprised of all SMCS leaders and key employees, along with Dr. Liza DeWitt, to navigate information provided to us through the Center for Disease Control (CDC), Menasha/Winnebago County Health Departments, Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and the Green Bay Diocese and to provide leadership and guidance on the actions needed, in addition to raising awareness of the risk and potential health consequences of this pandemic.
In May 2020, the pandemic steering committee determined that three re-entry planning teams should be created to efficiently work through the process of what the 2020-21 school year would look like. The focus of these teams was determined to be: Safety/Protocol, Learning, and Connectivity/Culture. Team members are:
Safety/Protocol Team – Helen Englebert, Jennifer Miller, Matt Schoultz, Jeanine Leege, Jaime Frink, Chelsey Kind, Joe Roth, Patti Fouts, Dr. Liza DeWitt, Dr. David DeWitt, Meghan Pauly
Learning Team – Tim Schigur, Patti Fouts, Pat Batey, Jill Ahles, Tina Fairweather, Jeanine Leege, Sandra Piotrowski, Kelly Beisenstein-Weiss, Phil Kerwin
Connectivity/Culture Team – Kelly Beisenstein-Weiss, Jill Ahles, Hayden Kraus, Peter Post, Tina Fairweather, Sandra Piotrowski, Sue Thelen, Mary Lou Kalaus, Lori Vegso, Chris Decker
On July 9, 2020, our three re-entry planning teams met to bring together team recommendations and this re-entry plan was formulated to present to our board of trustees and our community.
PLAN: SMCS plans to safely bring ALL students back with safety precautions and physical distancing for in-person, five day a week instruction following our 2020-21 school calendar as well as a virtual learning model in the event that schools cannot remain open due to mandated school closure. All school campuses have sufficient square footage to allow attendance of all students at the same time.
Student and staff safety, as well as their social and emotional wellbeing, is of the utmost importance. All plans reflect guidance from the Center for Disease Control (CDC), Menasha/Winnebago County Health Departments, Department of Public Instruction (DPI) and Green Bay Diocese. The “SMCS COVID-19 Health Screening Protocols and Stay-at Home Guidelines” document is attached for reference.
Information regarding COVID-19 and disease control continues to change. The following is the SMCS re-entry plan as of July 15, 2020. This plan is flexible and subject to change as guidelines adjust. We will continue to keep you updated as new information becomes available or the plan changes.
PHYSICAL SPACES
- Physical Barriers – Plexiglass barriers at school offices
- Floor Adhesives – 6’ separation and directional arrow stickers in high traffic areas
- Safety Signage – Hand Hygiene, Physical Distancing, Symptoms
- Sanitation Stations – Increased placement and encouraged usage
- Drinking Water – Bottle filling stations only
- Creating Space for Distancing – Removal of furniture, reconfiguring small group, work spaces, and teacher spaces
- Quarantine Area – Identification of space to isolate symptomatic students/staff until they can leave the building
- Common Spaces – Increased cleaning protocols, staggered use
- Modified Building Layouts – Adjusted student pedestrian patterns, relocate classrooms to allow for physical distancing
- Entrances and Exits – Regulate access and directional flow
HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT
- Cleaning and Disinfecting – increased daily and weekly protocols
- Screening Checkpoints – two separate screening checkpoints each morning – details
- Shared Objects – Individual supplies, sanitization requirements
- Hand Hygiene – Teach and Reinforce, Strategic signage placement, Sanitation stations strategically placed with expected use
- Face Coverings- Students and staff will need to wear a mask during the school day – details
OPERATIONS
- Visitors – Visitors outside of serving our students will not be allowed in our buildings during the school day
- Staffing – Reassign staff as needed to cover daily operational needs prioritizing student learning and safety
EARLY CHILDHOOD-ELEMENTARY
- Schedules: Daily schedule modification (ex. lunch, recess) as necessary
- Technology Learning Platforms:
- Grades P3 – 2 See Saw
- Grades 3-5 Google Classroom
- Supplemental programs will be limited to provide consistency
MIDDLE SCHOOL
- Schedules: Daily schedule modification (ex. lunch, recess) as necessary
- Technology Learning Platforms:
- Google Classroom
- Supplemental programs will be limited to provide consistency
HIGH SCHOOL
- Schedules: Daily schedule modification (ex. lunch, recess) as necessary
- Technology Learning Platforms:
- Google Classroom or Microsoft Teams
- Supplemental programs will be limited to provide consistency
TRANSPORTATION
- We are currently working with our bussing partners to learn their guidelines as well as establish protocols for our own SMCS busses and vans.
- Plan for start and end day times intended to remain the same but may need to be adjusted dependent upon bussing schedules
CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
- WIAA Guidance: Refer to guidance from WIAA and the Winnebago County/Menasha Health Departments to safely hold athletic practices, competitions, and events
- Clubs and Activities: To be determined based on safety and physical distancing practices being able to be followed
BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL CARE
Protocols are being developed so that we may continue to offer our current before and after school care programs.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES FOR CONNECTIVITY AND CULTURE
- Providing opportunities to grow in our faith is core to SMCS.
Students will continue to participate in classroom activities such as prayer services, classroom prayer and theology classes. We are working with each parish on how to have students attend weekly mass and participate in the sacraments. We will encourage our families to remain spiritually and financially committed to our parishes.
- Maintaining a sense of community during this time is important for our overall well-being.
We will be flexible in initiating new, creative ways to connect families and potentially, build new traditions!
- Sharing our SMCS story to prospective families is critical to our long-term success.
School tours, shadow days, visit days and open houses are being redesigned to offer current and prospective families/students the opportunity to safely learn more about SMCS. Within our own system, where possible, we will carefully offer our students the opportunity to visit other campuses (i.e., shadow days). For families outside our system, we will rely much more heavily on virtual interactions and videos.
June 22, 2020
June 8, 2020
Our Commitment to you for the 2020-21 School Year.
May 14, 2020
Dear SMCS Families,
Yesterday afternoon, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled to overturn the present Safer-At-Home Order. Currently, many counties and city health departments are issuing guidance in their jurisdictions. It is likely that over the next few days our state, county, and local governments will enact guidance regarding Safer-At-Home and a continued response to COVID-19.
We have received a legal opinion advising that the Wisconsin Supreme Court decision does not invalidate the portion of the Safer-At-Home Order closing schools. At this time, SMCS will remain closed for in-person pupil instruction and co-curricular activities for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year and continue to facilitate distance learning.
Thank you for your partnership and prayers as we navigate these changes and unprecedented times!
Mary, our Patron and Mother of us ALL … Pray for us!! Live Jesus in our hearts … Forever!!
Patrick D. Batey Helen Englebert
SMCS Superintendent SMCS President
April 23, 2020
A message from SMCS Superintendent Patrick Batey
April 16, 2020
We are resuming Scrip! Orders must be placed b 9:00 a.m. on Monday, April 27 for pick up at the high school office on Thursday afternoon from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.or Friday morning from 8:00 a.m. -12::00 p.m. One person will be allowed in the office at a time.
April 16, 2020
Dear SMCS Families,
This afternoon Governor Tony Evers directed Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Secretary-designee Andrea Palm to extend the Safer at Home order from April 24 to Tuesday, May 26 — or until a superseding order is issued. The order also calls for all public and private K-12 schools to remain closed for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. The order is available here.
This of course means that we will be continuing and concluding the 2019-20 school year through remote/digital learning. While this order was anticipated, it is still difficult news to learn. We will continue to use our resources to educate your children to the best of our ability. We are confident that together we can rise to this extended challenge.
This order also brings the disappointment of canceled co-curricular seasons, missed concerts and the inability to celebrate achievements in-person like high school graduation. We are already working on alternative plans to bring recognition to our students.
Please continue to stay safe and enjoy the last bit of our Easter break. We will communicate more soon as we work through the details of what the remainder of the school year will look like.
Mary, our Patron and Mother of us ALL … Pray for us!! Live Jesus in our hearts … Forever!!
Patrick D. Batey Helen Englebert
SMCS Superintendent SMCS President
April 9, 2020
A message from SMCS President Helen Englebert
April 4, 2020
Good afternoon,
As we look to the beginning of Holy Week this Sunday, our SMCHS Campus Minister Ziggy Gross has put together some resources and opportunities to gather virtually for mass, prayer, etc.
Mass:
- Bishop Ricken – Channel 5, 10:30 a.m. Our Local shepherd who always gives an energetic and hope-filled message to open our hearts to Jesus.
- Parish
- Bishop Robert Barron offers daily mass
Palm Sunday Evening Gathering:
- Join SMCHS Campus Minister Ziggy Gross on Sunday evening at 6:30 p.m. through Zoom for 20 minutes and share a grace from the week or the mass you “attended” this weekend. No one is required to speak, maybe you just want to see other people’s faces!
- Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/919408889 Meeting ID: 919 408 889
Prayer: An Act of Spiritual Communion: (Typically said as communion is taking place on TV) My Jesus, I believe that You are present in the Most Holy Sacrament. I love You above all things, and I desire to receive You into my soul. Since I cannot at this moment receive You sacramentally, come at least spiritually into my heart. I embrace You as if You were already there and unite myself wholly to You. Never permit me to be separated from You. Amen.
Adoration: Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration at Tyburn Convent
Rosary: Mondays at 12:00 p.m. Join the Zoom Meeting on phone, tablet or computer with mic/speaker at https://us04web.zoom.us/j/307898006 pwd=NGlST1dIeldoenIwUnNiZnBmR2duZz09 Meeting ID: 307 898 006 Password: rosary Or dial in with a phone instead using: +1 301 715 8592 US Meeting ID: 307 898 00 Participant ID: #
Preparing for Holy Week at Home: Ideas to experience Holy Week at home during this challenging time.
April 1, 2020
Wow! What a tribute our students have put together for our teachers and staff. Times are tough but SMCS is blessed and God is good!
Together we are stronger……#ZephyrsStrong💕
March 26, 2020
“Whatever you do for your family, your children, your husband, your wife, you do for God.” ~ St. Teresa of Calcutta
Dear SMCS Families,
As we’re sure you already know, Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers announced a “Safer At Home” emergency order to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. As part of that order, all SMCS schools, along with all other schools in Wisconsin, will remain closed and home-based virtual learning will be extended until at least April 24.
What does this mean for at home learning for us here at SMCS?
- We’ve prepared through April 6 and will continue with those plans that have already been shared with you.
- April 6 is the start of Holy Week. We’re asking every family and every teacher to take some time during this week to focus on our dependence on our God and the suffering and sacrifice made by his Son, Jesus. What a great time for all of us to take a deep breath and remember that, at all times, our God is near!
- April 10 – April 19 is Easter/spring break. Our teachers, staff, and principals have run headlong into this new learning format with all of their energy and talent even though they may also be dealing with their own children being home or their own families needing their support as well. You and your children have accepted the changes and challenges and have run headlong into it as well. This week will be an opportunity for all of us to re-charge.
- The Safer at Home order will continue for one more week after spring break unless it is extended or changed in some fashion. You can expect to hear from your child’s principal and teacher(s) related to virtual learning as it resumes on April 20.
- At this point, we have not adjusted any dates or school events scheduled in May (concerts, awards ceremonies, etc.). Please know that we’re constantly looking at those events and are pre-planning for multiple scenarios so we can inform you of any changes as may be required.
Some reassurances:
- This fourth quarter will look like no other fourth quarter that you ever experienced in your own childhood, or that your children have ever experienced. We know that, the teachers know that, even the College Board knows that as they have adjusted the AP testing for this spring to accommodate the loss of class time that students in our AP courses will have had. We’re asking you to be reassured in that knowledge so that you can also reassure your children that it will be ok. While we’re doing our best, all we ask is that you do your best, your children do their best. If what we’re doing or what you’re doing doesn’t look like it’s enough or “right”, that’s ok. We’ll get through this TOGETHER!
- If you’re feeling stressed with your own work, taking care of your household, and now supporting your children’s education in a much more direct way, reach out to your child’s teacher, your child’s principal, or to us. We want to listen; we want to help.
- Give yourself permission NOT to click on every link you see in every newsletter, on Facebook, on every news site, on every educational site. Know that information is there for you when you need it and want it. It’s a support. It’s not an obligation. Click judiciously!
- If you’re feeling financial stress and have questions about your obligations to the system, reach out to tuition services in our SMCS business office. Our intent is always to work with every family, in every situation, and certainly at times when situations change.
To close, we offer the following meme that you may have seen floating around social media. The child’s memories as stated in the last paragraph are worth keeping in mind.
Mary, our Patron and Mother of us ALL … Pray for us!! Live Jesus in our hearts … Forever!!
Patrick D. Batey Helen Englebert
SMCS Superintendent SMCS President
March 24, 2020
Zephyrfest 2020 (originally scheduled for May 2, 2020) has been postponed due to the restrictions implemented to stop the spread of Covid-19.
We are looking forward to celebrating in Zephyrfest style in early fall 2020.
Our key club and pre-sale raffle tickets are still available for purchase onlinepurchase online.
Watch for more information on our website, Facebook or email Marsha Britt with questions.
March 23, 2020
We have made the decision that this will be the last week that we will offer Scrip order pickup. Given the order that is to come from the governor tomorrow, we need to further limit contact for the safety of our staff and our Scrip users. This week’s Scrip will be available for pickup at the high school office (there will be no orders sent to the parish offices) on Wednesday (3/25) from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Please enter the office area one at a time and follow social distancing while waiting in line.
We encourage you to purchase ScripNow through the Scrip site!
We look forward to providing you Scrip cards again in the future! Please watch for emails and Facebook posts for updates on resuming our Scrip schedule and contact Jaime Frink at [email protected] with any questions.
March 19, 2020
WIAA Board Cancels Annual Meeting; Postpones Decison on Spring Sports Seasons
Big East Statement
March 19, 2020
A message from SMCS President Helen Englebert and SMCS Superintendent Pat Batey
Good afternoon,
Thank you for the positive feedback from so many of you during this time. This is a true testament to the strength of our school/family partnership.
As we have stated previously, things are changing rapidly but we are trying hard to work within the confines of what we currently know to be true. When we started preparing for digital/packet learning, we anticipated being back in classrooms on April 6. We now know that we will remain closed for the duration of the public health emergency or until a subsequent order lifts this specific restriction which could extend beyond April 6. We will keep you apprised as more information becomes available regarding school closure mandates.
With spring break approaching, we have had several questions regarding quarantining if students leave the area or state. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has put out a directive for anyone who has traveled to countries identified as a Level 3 High Risk Region to self-quarantine for 14 days. We want you to know that there is the potential for this area being extended to leaving the state or the area by either the CDC or SMCS. We want you to be able to make educated decisions when weighing your potential vacation options.
If you are available….The Pope announced that Catholics should unite and say a rosary today at 9:00 p.m. in Italy (3:00 p.m.) here. Let’s unite as a school community and pray together today at 3:00 p.m.!
March 18, 2020
SMCS Scrip Update
We will continue to process Scrip for as long as we are able, however with school buildings now closed, those who pay for Scrip by check will NOT be able to drop off payments on Mondays.
We can not process unpaid orders, so please plan ahead if you are not utilizing autopay!
We encourage Scrip users to sign up for the online autopay/PrestoPay through shopwithscrip.com or to pay by credit card at checkout in order for us to process your orders.
Looking ahead: No Scrip the week of April 13.
March 17, 2020
Message regarding 8th grade trip to Washington D.C.
March 17, 2020
A message from SMCS President Helen Englebert and SMCS Superintendent Pat Batey
Good afternoon,
We would like to update you with information determined at our COVID-19 steering committee yesterday. Things are changing rapidly but we are trying hard to work within the confines of what we currently know to be true. Please watch for similar communications updating these issues and addressing others as this situation unfolds.
Our system website will be updated with more information as it becomes available. We have a COVID-19 blog page set up at: https://smcatholicschools.org/covid-19-updates/ as well as several updates on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/smcatholicschools/
School Schedule: Wednesday, March 18 begins digital/packet learning, with students scheduled to return to school on Monday, April 6 (or the duration of the public health emergency).
Co-curriculars: There will be NO co-curricular activities of any sort taking place through the balance of the closure.
Report Cards: Report cards will be mailed for elementary students, Powerschool will push out grades for middle school and high school.
Free Lunch: In order to meet the needs of our students who may not have access to lunch, we are sharing options through Neenah, Menasha and Appleton school districts.
- Neenah https://www.neenah.k12.wi.us/families/free-lunch-delivery.cfm
- Menasha https://www.mjsd.k12.wi.us/getattachment/District/District/COVID-19/C-Free-Meals-2020.pdf?lang=en-US
- Appleton https://www.aasd.k12.wi.us/district/coronavirus_information
Campus Cleaning: Every building has a different cleaning process taking place with each being deep cleaned and sanitized.
Internet: Spectrum cable is offering free wi-fi for families during this time period. Call 1-844-488-8398. Installation and equipment are also free.
SMCS Issued Device Issues: Email and work with your campus principal with any device issues your student may encounter.
Scrip: At this time we will continue to process Scrip orders on Mondays with pickup of ALL orders from the high school office on Thursday (1:00-3:00 p.m.) afternoons or Friday (8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.) mornings. Contact Jaime Frink at [email protected]. with questions.
Office Coverage: All offices will be closed effective Wednesday, March 18 with the exception of the high school office being open for Scrip pick-up with times noted above. Students and parents are not permitted in any campus building during this closure with the exception of the Scrip pick-up.
Employees: We recognize the hardship that lost work can mean for our employees. As a result, all employees will be paid consistent with their typical pay schedule (including independent contractors) through April 5.
We will release more information as this situation unfolds. Thank you for all that you are doing to adjust to this situation.
March 16, 2020
Lion King Families,
We want to pass along information about our production of the Lion King Jr.
Due to the recommendation by the CDC regarding the cancellation of events, April 28 and 29 are no longer options for performances. Our previous system wide response indicated that ticket sales have been suspended until further notice. All tickets purchased on ShowTix4u.com will be refunded within the next few days. This may take 5-10 business days to show on your credit card statement.
At this time, we are not in a position to announce anything. We are in discussion about alternative plans.
We want to ensure you that our students have gained so much knowledge about what it takes to put on a production. Not only have they been working on their music, storytelling and choreography, they have also learned a lot about teamwork, dedication and self-confidence, which is our number one goal for our middle school theatre program. Thank you to our hard working production team and volunteers who have given time and energy to create a positive learning environment for our students!
Best, Hayden Kraus
March 15, 2020
At this time we will continue to process Scrip orders on Mondays with pickup of ALL orders from the high school office on Thursday (1:00-3:00 p.m.) afternoons or Friday (8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.) mornings. Contact Jaime Frink at [email protected]. with questions.
March 13, 2020
Effective Wednesday, March 18 all SMCS schools/facilities will be closed and there will be absolutely no athletic/co-curricular practices, open gyms or competitions. Practices will resume or start the day that SMCS would resume classes (earliest Monday, April 6).
Only In-Season practices will continue on Monday, March 16 and Tuesday, March 17. Coaches have been instructed that these practices are not mandatory and student-athletes will be excused if they can’t attend.
High School Track Practice
Monday/Tuesday
3:30pm – 5:30pm
SMCHS – McClone Gymnasium
High School Softball Practice
Practices cancelled and will start when classes resume
High School Baseball – Catchers and Pitchers Only Practice
Information will be shared at the parent meeting on Sunday at SMCMS (4:30pm)
High School Powerlifting
Monday and Tuesday
3:30pm – 5:30pm
SMC Fitness Center
Zephyrs Basketball Club
Monday and Tuesday practices as scheduled unless instructed otherwise by coaches. No practices starting on Wednesday, March 18.
Middle School Sports
Practices will start when classes resume
The WIAA Board of Control is monitoring the situation and updating administrators. At this time, it is the intention of the WIAA to have a spring sport season. The Big East website will continue to be updated as schedules change.
March 13, 2020
SMCS will transition to digital learning on Wednesday, March 18 per Governor Evers’ order. There will be no classes on March 16 or 17; however, teachers will report for Professional Development.
A copy of the Department of Health Services order can be found here. Additional information will follow early next week.
March 13, 2020
Family Communication
March 11, 2020
The US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is recommending Americans prepare for the possible spread of the Coronavirus, now called COVID-19. We have formed a steering committee to plan and respond to emerging communicable disease
concerns following the guidance of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) and CDC recommendations.
The situation with COVID-19 is changing rapidly. The following are factual and reliable sources of information:
CDC
DHS
DPI
Some quick take aways:
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
Do not bring your sick child to school.
Avoid close contact with anyone with cold or flu-like symptoms.
We will continue to be transparent and share relevant updates related to COVID-19 with you.