Rolling Into a Great Start!

Thank you to all our families for your patience and cooperation with morning drop-off during this first week of school! Your efforts are helping keep everyone safe and our mornings running smoothly. To continue improving efficiency and safety, please keep the following in mind:

• Drop-off begins when teachers are present on the sidewalk.

• No drop-offs at the exit gate. Students walking against the flow of traffic is unsafe for both children and drivers. The gate by Silverstar Carwash is EXIT ONLY in the morning.

• Stay in your vehicle when using the drop-off lane. To keep traffic moving, please do not park or exit your car in this lane. If you need to help your child out of the car, please park your vehicle and walk them to the door.

• Students should exit on the driver’s side of the vehicle for safety.

• Friday mornings: The parking lot/playground will be open for parking (for Mass). Cars must be moved by 9:30 a.m. If you are staying for a Mass Mingle, please park in the church lot.

• Cones and barriers are in place to keep everyone safe. Stepping over, under or through them is not allowed. Use the crosswalks!

Thank you for working with us to keep drop-off safe and smooth for everyone!

Stay Connected

ALL parent/classroom communication will be sent via ROOMS (this is replacing SchoolConnect). If you haven’t logged in yet, please do so soon, as we don’t want you to miss any information.
1. Download and open the Bishop O’Gorman app on your phone. Download the App now!
2. Click on Rooms on the bottom of the screen.
3. Click Continue to sign in.
4. Enter your phone number. The phone number will be the same phone number that you enrolled your child(ren) with. Click continue.
5. A list of classrooms your child(ren) is enrolled in will automatically populate. If you are having trouble getting logged in, please reach out to Rachael rkapperman@ogknights.org.
6. Please make sure to go to your app settings, click on notifications, and then click on St. Michael Elementary to make sure you are getting notifications from our school! Here is an easy how-to video to get you set up: https://vimeo.com/1101595797

57% of our SMI parents have downloaded the App - THANK YOU!
Stay connected. Stay informed. Stay KNIGHT STRONG.

My School Bucks

Please be reminded that families can conveniently manage school meal accounts online through My School Bucks. This secure platform allows you to add funds and view balances from your phone or computer.

If you’re new to My School Bucks or would like a refresher, here’s a short video guide to get you started: How to Use My School Bucks

Thank you for using this tool to make lunch payments quick and easy!

School Pictures

School pictures will be on Wednesday, September 3rd, and Thursday, September 4th (all students who are absent on 9-3). Students do not need to dress in uniform on the day of their pictures. Information on how to order was in your Open House packet.

St. Michael School School Family Organization (SFO)

Our first SFO meeting will be held on Thursday, September 4th at 5:30 in the library. We welcome all parents to join us in planning upcoming events and learn more about our upcoming school wide fundraiser in October.

There are several opportunities for parents to get involved throughout the year. If interested in being a committee chairperson or co-chair, please use this LINK sign up. Each listed event has a brief description of the chairperson expectations. The school will help volunteer chairs build committees if necessary.

Several of our families provided our staff meals on conference days and throughout Teacher Appreciation Week in May. If your family or business would like to donate a meal this year, sign up HERE.

We are grateful for our volunteers!!

Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Assistants Needed

Kindergarten and First Grade are looking for assistants on Mondays (10:25-11:40 and 1:00-2:15) and Thursdays (1:00-2:15) to help with the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd program. This is a great opportunity for parents or grandparents! Please contact Janiece at janiece@olvictorysd.org if interested.

St. Michael Fleece Jackets and Sweatshirts

St. Michael crewneck sweatshirts, fleece jackets and quarter-zips are allowed to be worn over a uniform shirt as part of the dress code. Use this link to order these items now through September 7th. The t-shirts and hooded sweatshirts in the link can be worn on spirit days. Clothing will be delivered to the school and distributed to families by the end of September.

Diocese of Sioux Falls Parental Covenant

Parents are the primary educators of their children. They will participate in the education of their child by:
Recognizing that all that we are and have is a gift from God
Attending Mass on weekends and Holy Days with children(Catholics)
Participating in the sacramental life of the church regularly (Catholics)
Promoting positive attitudes toward school at home and in the community
Bringing concerns about our child directly to the teacher
Showing respect for the teacher as a professional person working for the well-being of our child
Following the policies of the school
Promoting family prayer and faith traditions at home
Encouraging my child in his/her call to holiness and vocational discernment
Volunteering and giving service to the school and parish (place of worship)
Witnessing Gospel values in our everyday life
Practicing the virtues of our Catholic faith in our everyday life
Agreeing to not knowingly supply or assist any student in obtaining or using drugs or alcohol

As a Diocese of Sioux Falls Catholic School, parents can expect:
An authentic Catholic education
A positive, professional relationship with students, characterized by mutual respect, warmth, and good will
Regular parent communication regarding their child's progress
Standards of student behavior enforced in a fair, firm, compassionate and educationally sound manner

Parent Resources
Please click on the documents below for important information about the school year:

UPCOMING DATES:
Friday, August 29th: 8:15 Mass - 6th Grade Mass Mingle
Monday, September 1st: Labor Day - No School
Wednesday & Thursday, September 3rd & 4th: School Pictures
Thursday, September 4th: 5:30 SFO Meeting in library
Friday, September 5th: 8:15 Mass - 5th Grade Mass Mingle
Friday, September 12th: Grandparents Day - 8:15 Mass and Bingo to follow
Dakota Bowl Spirit Wear Day
Saturday, September 13th: Dakota Bowl
Friday, September 19th: 8:15 School Mass - 4th Grade Mass Mingle
Tuesday, September 23rd: Dress Down Day
Friday, September 26th: 8:15 School Mass - 3rd Grade Mass Mingle