STMA HIGH SCHOOL NEWSLETTER
January 2024

VIDEO MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL REEVES
IMPORTANT DATES
- Thursday, February 29th, last day of Trimester 2
- Friday, March 1st, No School - Teacher Workshop
- Monday, March 4th, Start of Trimester 3
- Monday, March 25th - Friday, March 29th, No School - Spring Break
- Thursday, April 18th, Tri 3 Conferences
- Saturday, April 27th, STMA Prom
2024 PROM "AS WE SEE THE LIGHT"
TRIMESTER 3 SCHEDULES
Updated student schedules are viewable on StudentVUE. We would encourage students to take a screenshot of their schedule prior to arriving at school. Please follow this schedule on Monday, March 4th as we begin Trimester 3. Do not follow a paper copy you may have from earlier this year as many schedules have been updated and changed due to class balancing. If you cannot view your schedule please stop by the counseling office Monday morning.
STUDENT EXPERIENCE MATTERS
Student Experience Matters | Our Commitment to Our Students
Senior Ladies
Snap Basketball referees
Snap Basketball players
SENIOR SPOTLIGHT
Name: Zahraa Salman
Parents: Ali Iman and Hasaballah Saldumi
Siblings: Saad (31), Mohammad (29), Dawood (28), Huda (26)
Plans after high school: I plan to attend a 4-year college, where I will be majoring in Business.
Most Memorable STMA Moment: My most memorable experiences have been at the pepfests. I love when we all come together as a school and celebrate.
Teacher Who Has Impacted Me: The teacher who has impacted me the most is Ms. Shumway, my homeroom teacher. She is always there for me when I need someone to talk to. I have enjoyed seeing her everyday.
I Love STMA Because: I love STMA because of the community. I have been given many opportunities to create my own path while being supported.
Name: Andrew Vogelpohl-Martinez
Parents: Shere' Vogelpohl, Dominic Martinez
Siblings: Gregory (22), Steven (19), Joshua (15)
Plans after high school: I plan on continuing my education in a HVAC program.
Most Memorable STMA Moment: My most memorable moment at STMA was attending all the football games. The atmosphere was awesome. Seeing everyone come together to cheer on our school was incredible.
Teacher Who Has Impacted Me: A teacher who has impacted me is Ms. Anderson. Ms. Anderson is a great person who cares about her students and has helped me stay on task when I have needed it most.
I Love STMA Because: I love STMA because of the staff. Mr. Reeves, Mr. Cornell, Anne and Lisa in the office are always smiling and help to make this a place I want to be everyday.
ROTARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
The St. Michael-Albertville Rotary Club is pleased to announce that St. Michael-Albertville High School juniors Ben Carroll and Michael Dewey are recognized as the Rotary Students of the month for February.
“Rotary is very proud to recognize Ben and Michael as students of the month,” said Derek Brant, STMA Rotary Club President. “They have demonstrated a commitment to academic excellence and represent the service above self ideals of Rotary.”
Ben Carroll
Michael Dewey
MINNESOTA YOUTH ART MONTH
YAM Student Exhibition Winner
Congratulations to senior Viktoryia Kotava, who earned BEST IN SHOW for her drawing in the Minnesota Youth Art Month contest!
2024 MINNESOTA TEACHER OF THE YEAR CANDIDATE
Joe Osowski, our esteemed choral director, is a candidate for the 2024 Minnesota Teacher of the Year. With an unwavering dedication to his craft and an unparalleled commitment to student success, Joe has continually raised the bar for excellence in education.
Under Joe's guidance, our choral program has flourished, inspiring students to discover their voices and reach new heights of musical achievement. His innovative teaching methods foster a supportive and inclusive environment where every student feels valued and empowered to strive for greatness.
Joe Osowski exemplifies the qualities of an exceptional educator: passion, expertise, and a profound commitment to nurturing the next generation of leaders. His nomination for the 2024 Minnesota Teacher of the Year is a testament to his outstanding contributions to education and his unwavering dedication to making a difference in the lives of students.
MENTAL HEALTH
School-Based Mental Health Program
Virginia Suarez is the school-based therapist with Canvas Health for STMA High School. She provides mental health services to students and their families during the school day. Canvas Health's school-based program prides itself in fully embedding there services within the school and being an active member of the school community. Canvas Health's goal is to remove barriers to treatment and work to identify the students who otherwise would not be able to access services outside of school. Some of the services provided are individual, family, and group therapy, consultation with school and community resources. Also providing training for staff and students on a variety of mental health topics. Virginia trains in several treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, and EMDR, among many others. If you are interested in receiving school-based services, please reach out to your student's school counselor to learn more and make a referral.
COUNSELOR'S CORNER
Scholarships
We know that seniors are finalizing plans for life after high school and there may be some worries about how to pay for college!! Local Scholarship information will be shared with seniors in early March. If they are interested in looking for additional scholarships they can find more information on the Student Support website under the Seniors → Scholarship & Financial Aid.
ACT Test Prep Resources- Thursday, March, 14 (SNAP)
Juniors! Join the counselors on Thursday, March 15 to learn about ACT prep resources. We will cover test-taking tips, practice test-taking, tutoring resources, and free test prep guides.
Where can I find my GPA and class rank?
Students can view their most recent transcript, which includes their GPA and class rank in the documents tab in StudentVue.
Scheduling Reminders:
Please be aware that schedule changes for trimester three are on a very limited basis and only for the reasons listed below as classes are very full. As the trimester approaches we will also be balancing class sizes the best we can. Your schedule on student view will be the most up-to-date, please do not follow the copy you received at the beginning of the year when the trimester starts.
Requests can only be made for the following reasons: - The student does not have the prerequisite(s) - The student failed a class - There is an obvious error (two classes at the same time) - To add a class that is needed to graduate - The schedule is unbalanced Schedule changes will not be made for: - Request a specific teacher / to switch sections for the same course to get a different teacher - Request a specific trimester / to switch sections of the same course to change trimester - Change lunch periods - Have a class with a friend - Leave to attend non-school sanctioned occupational activity
Summer Opportunities:
Saint Catherine University is offering a free, five-day summer day camp for rising 11th and 12th-grade female students who see themselves as a leader and want to learn from women in the professional business world while experiencing St. Catherine’s University in St. Paul. Students can learn more and register on St. Kate’s Website.
St. Cloud Community and Technical College are offering a SCRUBS camp for students who are interested in exploring a variety of healthcare careers like nursing, laboratory science, social work, alternative therapies, and many more. The camp is offered July 23rd and Jul 24, 2024. Registration will open spring of 2024.
LEAD CUSTODIAN
Shane Kern is an esteemed member of our school community, serving as our lead Custodian for the past 17 years. With a wealth of experience in custodial services, Shane has held various leadership roles, including third shift lead, second shift lead, and day lead.
Outside of work, Shane leads a fulfilling family life. He and his wife Loni, combined have a family of seven grown children, and an impressive 11 grandchildren, make their home in Crown, MN.
One of the things Shane loves most about his role is the opportunity to interact with the entire school community. He takes great pride in ensuring that our facilities are clean, safe, and welcoming for all who enter.
In his free time, Shane enjoys indulging in his passion for recycling metals. He finds joy in repurposing materials and contributing to environmental sustainability. Additionally, Shane is an avid hunter, and achieved a significant milestone by shooting a 245 pound 10 point buck. This impressive deer, scoring 153 points, currently holds the third position as the largest whitetail shot with a crossbow in Sherburne County.
Shane's dedication, leadership, and diverse interests make him a valued member of our team, and we are grateful for his contributions to our school community.
SNAP
SNAP is identified academic support time within our school schedule that takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays after period 2. This time is available for the purpose of meeting the academic needs of our students within the structure of the school day. Students are able to receive academic support, make up missing work or assessments, independently work or study and collaborate. Please visit with your student about how they are utilizing SNAP to get the assistance they need from our staff.
STUDENT SUPPORT
The Resource Room, that is staffed by a High School teacher, is available on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday after school from 3:30pm - 4:30pm in the High School Media Center.
Assessments can be taken in the Media Center before school when scheduled in advance with a classroom teacher.
STUDENTS AT THE HIGH SCHOOL AFTER HOURS
2023-2024 SCHOOL CALENDAR
2024 GRADUATION
Cap and Gown distribution will be taking place in Mid-May once we are notified of availability through our vendor
2024 STMA High School Commencement Ceremony
Friday, May 31, 2024, 07:00 PM
STMA High School Stadium
ALL NIGHT GRAD PARTY 2024
Is your senior registered for the Class of 2024 All-night Grad Party following the ceremony?
Event details
Class of 2024 All-night Grad Party
May 31st, 2024
River City Extreme in Monticello, MN.
For more information, please contact: Cmccarty@kw.com
(763) 439-3619
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STMA EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
LOCATE STMA HIGH SCHOOL
Email: hsoffice@mystma.org
Website: https://hs.stma.k12.mn.us/
Location: 5800 Jamison Avenue Northeast, Saint Michael, MN, USA
Phone: 763-497-2192