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Wildcat Weekly from St. Mary's Academy - March 22, 2017
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Community News
Archbishop Visits SMA
On Thursday, March 16, Archbishop Aquila dedicated the High School Chapel, now known as Our Lady of Loreto Oratory. The Oratory will house the Blessed Sacrament, and beginning this fall, will be open for prayer and contemplation. After the dedication, the Archbishop celebrated Mass in the High School Forum. In addition to students, faculty, administration, parents, there were representatives from the Loretto Community, Superintendent of Catholic Schools, Kevin Kijewski, and SMA Board members. Fr. Marty Lally and Fr. Sam Morehead concelebrated with the Archbishop. Students served as altar servers, readers and processors. We were honored to host Archbishop Aquila and have the opportunity to celebrate this occasion with this beautiful liturgy!




This week in pictures:
https://goo.gl/photos/FgPaX7eGcsui6ZT57
 

Gala News You Can Use
Mark Your Calendar: Friday, April 28, 2017
Thank you to the many SMA families, teachers, staff members, and local businesses who made a donation to the 2017 Gala. Please remember to support the businesses that support SMA. For a complete list, click here. If you didn't have a chance to turn in your auction donation, please submit it to the Advancement Office by April 13 for inclusion at the Gala.
 
Thank you to our sponsors! Each year, our sponsors contribution more than $100,000 to support the Gala and in turn SMA's Tuition Assistance Fund. We are so grateful to all our sponsors, especially our Title Sponsor, Mike Shaw Subaru/Mike Shaw Buick GMC (SMA parents, Mike and Suzanne Shaw).
 
Coming up after Spring Break:
  • April 5-12: Pre-Gala Online Auction. These items won't be available at the Gala! Look for the link to access the auction in the Wildcat Weekly on April 5.
  • April 7: Early Bird Ticket Deadline (Pay $125 instead of $150 for a ticket to the Gala.)
  • April 21: Gala RSVP Deadline
  • April 28: Under the Big Top Gala at The Wildlife Experience





Who's Who at Our School?
Theresa Lorenzo, LS First Grade Team
Theresa attended the University of Colorado and was surprised that college didn't teach her all she needed to know about being an effective teacher. Over time, she has learned that being a good teacher comes from heart and instinct. She believes that good teachers always trust these two things when working with children. 

Theresa always wanted to become a teacher.Though school did not come easy for her, she learned how to work smarter, not harder. Because of her experience,Theresa wanted to make learning easier for students. She is proud to have taught students who went on to become Special Olympians, doctors, business owners, and social workers. Theresa believes that some students end up teaching you more than you teach them. From her students, she has learned to be more patient, precise, organized, and compassionate.

Click here to read more faculty and staff profiles, or stay tuned for a new feature next week!
Lower School News & Events
News:
  • Last Friday, The Young Voices Choir performed at the LS assembly. After the singing, dancers from the Reed School of Dance did a great performance. (Their founder Xanthia Reed is a MS alumna.)  It was a great way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day!




Thank you to everyone who donated gift cards to the $25 Spin the Wheel Drive at the Gala. Treats will be given to winning classes after the Spring Break.
  • JK: Eight gift cards donated.
  • Kindergarten / Ms.Irwin: Five gift cards donated.
  • Kindergarten / Mrs. McGown: TREAT EARNED!
  • First grade / Mrs. Hoogerwerf: Seven gift cards donated.
  • First grade / Ms. Lorenzo: Three gift cards donated.
  • Second grade / Mrs. Giardino: Nine gift cards donated.
  • Second grade /Ms McGann: Two gift cards donated.
  • Three /Ms. Smith: Two gift cards donated.
  • Three /Stroz: TREAT EARNED!
  • Four /Hamilton: TREAT EARNED!
  • Four /Mrs. Honig: Five gift cards donated.
  • Five /Deits: TREAT EARNED!
  • Five / Mrs. Smith: Four gift cards donated.
On April 6 during the LS Family Picnic and on April 7 before and after the Lower School assembly, you will have the chance to purchase your child's Class Gift. Proceeds from the sale of Class Gifts directly benefit the Gala. Cash, checks, and credit cards will be accepted. Suggested donations for Class Gifts range from $30-$50.
  • JK - Alphabet Body Art Photo and Poster
  • Kindergarten - Name Art
  • First grade: "What I Am" Portrait Clocks
  • Second grade - "What I Want to Be When I Grow Up" Photo and Poster
  • Third grade - "What I Want to Be When I Grow Up" Photo
  • Fourth grade: Wooden Colorado Flags
  • Fifth grade: Name Art
Events:
  • Friday, March 24 - Sunday, April 2: Spring Break, Academy Closed
  • Monday, April 3: Classes Resume 
  • Thursday, April 6; 11:30 AM-12:30 PM - LS Family Picnic 

Middle School News & Events
News:
  • Students and staff had a wonderful trip to the East Coast. Some of the highlights include: the National Mall, the Lincoln Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial, and the Korean War Veterans Memorial. The students had a photo opp in front of the White House and a tour of the Capitol. The students also witnessed the Changing of the Guard and wreath-laying at the grave of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. Despite some cold and snowy weather, it was a fun and educational trip.




  • On Monday, a group of eighth grade girls participated in the 11th Annual Latina Youth Leadership Conference (LYLC) held at the Metropolitan State University of Denver. The conference featured energizing opening remarks, educational breakout sessions, and a catered lunch accompanied by a motivational keynote speaker. The educational sessions focused on positive self-image, leadership, cultural identity, and higher education. 

  • Get ready to audition for the MS Talent Show! Click here for more information.

Thank you to everyone who donated gift cards to the $25 Spin the Wheel Drive at the Gala. Treats will be given to winning CATs after Spring Break. The final tallies are below. 
  • Ms Buxman: Four gift cards donated.
  • Ms. Cencula: Four gift cards donates.
  • Mr. Easton: Four gift cards donated.
  • Ms. Fernandez: TREAT EARNED!
  • C. Garcia: One gift card donated.
  • M. Garcia: Two gift cards donated.
  • Mrs. Hamilton-Griggs: Four gift cards donated.
  • Mr. Jung: Four gift cards donated.
  • Ms. Kilbon: Two gift card donated.
  • Mr. McVie: TREAT EARNED!
  • Mr. Pattison: TREAT EARNED!
  • Mr. Rodgers: Eight gift cards donated.
  • Ms. Rosborough: TREAT EARNED!
  • Ms. Rutan: Four gift cards donated.
  • Ms. Schmitt: Two gift cards donated.
Events:
  • Friday, March 24 - Sunday, April 2: Spring Break, Academy Closed
  • Monday, April 4: Classes Resume

High School News & Events
News:
  • The junior student association hosted a fantastic prom at the Inverness Hotel on Saturday.  Two hundred students joined in on the festivities with a 1920s-era theme. Pictured right: Daisy Lewis, Wendy Luna, and 
    Anna Jonsen. 




  • Yesterday, the HS presented a concert featuring the HS Orchestra, Academy Singers, HS Jazz Band, and SAIMARAC. 






  • The SMAbotics team will compete in the Colorado Regional Robotics Tournament this weekend at the University of Denver Magness Arena. Click here for more information. Good luck!



  • Thank you to everyone who donated gift cards to the $25 Spin the Wheel Drive. The final tallies are below.
  • Ninth grade / Ms. Weinberg: One gift card donated.
  • Tenth grade/ Mr. Blair: One gift card donated.
  • Eleventh grade / Ms. Evans: Five gift cards donated.
  • Eleventh grade / Ms. Rogers: Three gift cards donated.
  • Eleventh grade / Ms. Glugoski-Sharp: One gift card donated.
  • Eleventh grade /Ms. VonCanon: Four gift cards donated.
  • Twelfth grade /Mrs. Bard: Four gift cards donated.
Events: 
  • Friday, March 24 - Sunday, April 3: Spring Break, Academy Closed
  • Monday, April 4: Classes Resume

Admissions News
The Admissions Team wishes everyone a very happy and safe Spring Break!

If you have not re-enrolled, please contact: admissions@stmarys.academy. If you need assistance logging into PCR, please contact:  helpdesk@stmarys.academy.

Athletic News
Winter Sports Award Recipients
Congratulations to the winter sport athletes, parents, and fans for your continued support and energy this season! Here are our SMA student-athlete award winners for winter 2016-2017.

Junior and Senior Academic Award Winners:
1st Academic
Lauren Carroll
Julista Cervantes
Angela Sofia Colorado
Riley Fitzpatrick
Bianca Garcia
Mariah Horvath
Wendy Luna
Allie Lupiba
Nayeli Martin
Raegan Rychecky

Honorable Mention Academic
Adrea Gentry
Samantha Hickerson
Anna Jonsen
Daisy Lewis
Caroline Jeffords
Alex Reddington

Team Academic
Dance - 3.51 
Basketball - 3.51
Swim and Dive - 3.53

Varsity Dance
Captains - Nayeli Martin and Samantha Hickerson
Varsity Award - Angela Sofia Colorado
Coaches Award - Wendy Luna

JV Dance
Captains - Sofia Aguirre and Yahaira Hernandez
Coaches Award - Sofia Aguirre

Varsity Basketball
Captains - Lauren Carroll, Rachel Cella, Adrea Gentry, Caroline Jeffords, Marla Loya, and Jessica Santos
Varsity Award - Caroline Jeffords
Coaches Award - Adrea Gentry

JV Basketball
Captains - Mariah Horvath and Vera Logan
Coaches Award - Mariah Horvath

Swim and Dive
Captains - Alex Reddington and Julia Gabriele
Varsity Award - Alex Reddington
Coaches Award - Lillianna Brooks

Post-season Honors
All American
Alex Reddington - Swimming

Second Team All League
Caroline Jeffords - Basketball
Adrea Gentry- Basketball


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