We are officially at the end of the school year, and this will be my final newsletter. It is the honor of my life that you have trusted me with the spiritual, academic, and social-emotional growth of your children.
The beginning of May is full of activities – like our annual May Crowning, Teacher Appreciation Week, and Field Day!
We are incredibly grateful to everyone who contributed to this year’s SMOS Day of Service – the campus looks fantastic thanks to your hard work and dedication. Please also keep our second-grade students and their catechists in your prayers as they prepare to receive their First Communion this Sunday.
With the prediction of extreme severe weather this afternoon (Monday, April 27), the Parish Office and St. Margaret’s School will be closing early at 1:00 PM.
Congratulations to the 5th Graders for their Dancing Classrooms gold! And please sign up for the SMOS Day of Service – volunteers still needed!
During this joyful Easter season at St. Margaret of Scotland, please keep our second graders preparing for First Holy Communion and our fifth graders heading into their Dancing Classroom competition in your prayers, and watch for an upcoming message about next year’s teacher staffing.
The school is seeking strong School Board candidates, launching a new middle school safety patrol to improve daily routines, and welcoming Dr. Angie Thomas as the incoming principal.
The past month, we have been accepting nominations for new members of our School Board. If you are interested in joining, I strongly encourage you to self-nominate.
Report cards are available online, the Fish Fry could still use your help, and we’re hoping everyone has a relaxing and rejuvenating Spring Break next week!
Chris Stephens is currently having health issues that have required her to take a small leave. Please keep her in your prayers as she makes her recovery.
The second Trimester ended last Thursday; grades will be available on the FACTS portal Friday. Students will receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and attend Stations of the Cross next week.
We are officially in the season of Lent. We are creating opportunities during the school day for our students and teachers participate in the Lenten season.
Please find the attached letter from Mr. Holley regarding some exciting news about our Learning Lab at St. Margaret of Scotland School for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year.
I would like to take a moment to provide a gentle reminder about our arrival and dismissal procedures. It has been brought to my attention that there may be some confusion about our policies.
After a busy January, SMOS is back in rhythm with inspiring classroom learning, and families are invited to wear red for an optional $1 dress-down day to support the Ollie Hinkle Heart Foundation and raise awareness for pediatric heart disease.
What an eventful beginning to our Catholic Schools Week! Know that I appreciate all of your patience and grace with decisions regarding the weather.
Know that I am aware that we may have some adverse weather conditions this weekend. I will be in touch with you if anything about the Open House changes.
We are officially in registration season. On Tuesday, January 20th, we will be sending home registration packets for the 2026-2027 school year to current SMOS families.
Merry Christmas! Just a reminder that we will continue to collect hats, coats, and scarves for our Christmas Tree. As this will be the last newsletter before we break for Christmas, I want to take a moment to wish you a peaceful and relaxing break.
Merry Christmas! Just a reminder that we will continue to collect hats, coats, and scarves for our Christmas Tree. As this will be the last newsletter before we break for Christmas, I want to take a moment to wish you a peaceful and relaxing break.