SMGS: unfortunately we have to cancel the marathon again today, October 1st, please be sure to make up today's mile on your own and turn into the marathon director. Thank you!
SMGS: Lunch envelopes will be going home with students today, please be sure to check backpacks and return payments to the school office as soon as possible. Thank you!
SMGS marathon has been cancelled for today, Wednesday, September 30th...please be sure to make up the mile on your own and turn into the marathon director. There will not be a marathon make up day on Friday. Thank you!
SMGS marathon has been cancelled for today, Wednesday, September 30th...please be sure to make up the mile on your own and turn into the marathon director. There will not be a marathon make up day on Friday. Thank you!
SMGS: We are looking for volunteers to help St. Mary's Home and School with Bingo on Saturday, October 3rd. Please sign up on Bloomerang. See live feed for more details.
https://volunteer.bloomerang.co/volunteer/#/shift-selection?k=8alg1fy5f4kbog

Just a reminder that picture retake day is on Monday, Oct. 5th!! If you were absent on picture day, you will need to get your picture taken. If you want retakes, you must return your picture packet by Monday, Oct. 5th!!
SMGS: Please see the live feed for a note of gratitude to our Salina Catholic Schools community.

SMGS: Reminder that the costume run will be at 5pm today!

SMGS: Grab some Panera all day from 8 to 8!

SMGS: Join us for TOP at Panera, tomorrow from 8 to 8!

SMGS: Please remember to bring your watermelon or water to school if you signed up to donate to the Costume Fun Run

SMGS: Last week, we sent home a flyer featuring our September Zeal Challenges! One of the family challenges is to commit to screen-free phones through elementary school.
We invite St. Mary’s families to consider making this commitment together and supporting healthy technology habits for our children.
✏️ SIGN THE COMMITMENT
Follow the link below to complete the Screen-Free Phone Commitment:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgSm5HxaL1mV9rw8TW_iFHC7OD3WUnXaeOzlrROiwQtnozKg/viewform?usp=dialog
📱 SPECIAL TIN CAN PARTNERSHIP + $25 DISCOUNT
We are excited to partner with Tin Can to offer St. Mary’s families a special discount on a screen-free device.
The Offer:
St. Mary’s families receive $25 off a screen-free Tin Can device.
The Deadline:
Our custom school shop link is open now through November 13, 2026.
How to Order:
Use our dedicated school link below to automatically receive your $25 savings at checkout:
https://tincan.kids/pages/community/catholic-grade-school
Thank you for partnering with us as we encourage our children to develop healthy, balanced habits with technology!
We invite St. Mary’s families to consider making this commitment together and supporting healthy technology habits for our children.
✏️ SIGN THE COMMITMENT
Follow the link below to complete the Screen-Free Phone Commitment:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgSm5HxaL1mV9rw8TW_iFHC7OD3WUnXaeOzlrROiwQtnozKg/viewform?usp=dialog
📱 SPECIAL TIN CAN PARTNERSHIP + $25 DISCOUNT
We are excited to partner with Tin Can to offer St. Mary’s families a special discount on a screen-free device.
The Offer:
St. Mary’s families receive $25 off a screen-free Tin Can device.
The Deadline:
Our custom school shop link is open now through November 13, 2026.
How to Order:
Use our dedicated school link below to automatically receive your $25 savings at checkout:
https://tincan.kids/pages/community/catholic-grade-school
Thank you for partnering with us as we encourage our children to develop healthy, balanced habits with technology!

SMGS: Reminder that tomorrow is the last day to sign up for Punt Pass Kick and secure your jersey. See details below and flyer on live feed.
We are so excited for the 2nd Punt, Pass & Kick Event for St. Mary's Grade School! This year's event will be held on October 9th prior to the Sacred Heart Knights home football game vs. Hutchinson Trinity. Please complete the registration survey before September 23rd to ensure your jersey can be delivered timely. If you are not able to attend the event, you may still purchase a jersey for a fee of $35. Your registration is not complete until payment has been received by St. Mary's Home & School. Cost Per Participant: $35. Junior Knights checks payable to St. Mary’s Home & School -or- Venmo @SMGS-HomeandSchool with "Pass Punt Kick" in the Memo. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSftJ9ZKgLlKbrBxHJfptTKIMX_uUHIrAqdv6zvM_JgG0uO0yQ/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104532565991771351660

Today, the Church celebrates the Feast of St. Matthew, Apostle and Evangelist!
This week’s FORMED recommendation offers a beautifully illustrated introduction to Chapters 1–13 of Matthew’s Gospel. Discover how Jesus brings God’s Kingdom to earth and invites each of us to follow Him in a new way of life.
Recommended for ages 12 and older. FORMED is available free to all parishioners!
Watch here: https://app.formed.org/app/videos/2769771 (SEE FEED FOR ACTIVE LINK)
St. Matthew, pray for us!

SMGS: Please see flyer in live feed. St. Mary’s Home and School is looking for volunteers on 10/3 to help with Bingo.
https://volunteer.bloomerang.co/volunteer/#/shift-selection?k=8alg1fy5f4kbog

🏈 Homecoming with the Knights! 🏈
Our Knights are 2–0, and we are excited for a great Homecoming atmosphere at the stadium! We are especially pleased to welcome our alumni home and hope you enjoy reconnecting with old friends while cheering on the Knights.
As you enjoy the game, please remember that there are no designated play areas at the stadium. For everyone’s safety, we ask parents and guardians to keep children properly supervised throughout the evening.
And come hungry! The concession stand will be open, with our junior high football players and parents ready to serve your favorite snacks and drinks.
Thank you for helping us make Homecoming a fun, safe, and memorable night for the entire Knights family. Let’s pack the stands and cheer on the Knights! 💙💛
Our Knights are 2–0, and we are excited for a great Homecoming atmosphere at the stadium! We are especially pleased to welcome our alumni home and hope you enjoy reconnecting with old friends while cheering on the Knights.
As you enjoy the game, please remember that there are no designated play areas at the stadium. For everyone’s safety, we ask parents and guardians to keep children properly supervised throughout the evening.
And come hungry! The concession stand will be open, with our junior high football players and parents ready to serve your favorite snacks and drinks.
Thank you for helping us make Homecoming a fun, safe, and memorable night for the entire Knights family. Let’s pack the stands and cheer on the Knights! 💙💛

SMGS: SMGS marathon is cancelled today, Wednesday, Sept. 16th due to weather. In addition, Friday, Sept. 18th will not be a make up day, we have a make up day figured into the marathon calendar in a few weeks. If you decide to make up today's mile on your own, please remember to notify the marathon director, Molly Suing! Thank you!
SMGS: SMGS marathon is cancelled today, Wednesday, Sept. 16th due to weather. In addition, Friday, Sept. 18th will not be a make up day, we have a make up day figured into the marathon calendar in a few weeks. If you decide to make up today's mile on your own, please remember to notify the marathon director, Molly Suing! Thank you!
We’re looking to bring the skills and talents of our dads into our school. Please consider "The St. Joseph Project" - a group of faith-filled men using their time, talents, and gifts to serve St. Mary's. We know everyone’s time and talents look different. Whether you can help with an occasional project, fire up the grill, set up for an event, share a specific skill or trade, or simply join us for gathering every once in a while - we’d love to have you involved.
Complete this short form to indicate your interest. Filling this out doesn't commit you to anything - it just allows us to build a stronger network of St. Mary's dads!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScbTIa8aJXNLLkyKu08IFDBIW615xIYs8K9USiD1QSJ5AOOWA/viewform?usp=header
Complete this short form to indicate your interest. Filling this out doesn't commit you to anything - it just allows us to build a stronger network of St. Mary's dads!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScbTIa8aJXNLLkyKu08IFDBIW615xIYs8K9USiD1QSJ5AOOWA/viewform?usp=header


