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Each of our school department areas have chosen a graduate focus trait for the 2023/24 school year. As we look to enhance our student experience at STMA High School, we want our students to recognize our goals for them as we prepare them for life outside of our school walls. We know that student experience matters and allowing our students to understand our why is key in promoting a positive and purposeful experience.

Name: Will Dorfsman

Parents: Jessica and Jeffrey Dorfsman

Siblings: Finn (14)

Plans after high school: My plan is to attend the University of Iowa where I will study Human Physiology with as part of a Medical School track.

Most Memorable STMA Moment: I was able to go to New York City with the STMA Choir last year and sing at Carnegie Hall. It was a great opportunity to sing with such amazing people.

Teacher Who Has Impacted Me: The teacher who has impacted me the most is Mrs. Bovee. She is a good human who cares about everyone. She makes sure that all of her students needs are meet. If you ask her a question, she makes you feel like they are all important.

I Love STMA Because: I love STMA because of all the opportunities here. There is a "thing" for every "thing".

Name: Gwen Aigbogun

Parents: Dawnal and Allen Aigbogun

Siblings: Emma (18), Ben (13), Eli (11) and Josiah (10)

Plans after high school: I plan to attend Crown College in St. Bonifacius, MN and plan to major in Psychology.

Most Memorable STMA Moment: My most memorable STMA moment was after taking the Pre-ACT test, I was able to hang out with other students, ans spend time connecting.

Teacher Who Has Impacted Me: The teacher who has impacted me most is Ms. Anderson (English). She has always been there for me during difficult times and she makes her classroom feel like a second home.

I Love STMA Because: I love STMA because of the feeling of community. It feels like all the teachers are here for you and everyone cares.

The St. Michael-Albertville Rotary Club is pleased to announce that St. Michael-Albertville High School juniors Isabel Benusa, Jacob Gothand Brooke Vogel were recognized as the Rotary Students of the month for November.

“Rotary is very proud to recognize Isabel, Jacob and Brooke 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.”

The STMA High School Veterans Day program was held on November 14th as a heartfelt tribute to those who have selflessly served our country. From the touching speeches to the solemn moments of reflection, the program successfully conveyed our deep gratitude for the sacrifices made by our veterans. Our students' participation was especially moving, and their sincerity in expressing appreciation for our veterans added a special touch to the occasion. The respectful atmosphere that permeated the event truly reflected our collective commitment to recognizing and honoring the dedication of our service members. We want to express our gratitude to everyone involved in organizing and participating in the program. Their efforts made the event a meaningful and memorable experience for all.

One of the most powerful, yet simple, self-awareness techniques is guided imagery. Guided imagery can have many health-related physical and emotional benefits. It can help you feel less nervous or upset, be less bothered by pain or achieve a goal such as an athletic or academic achievement.

Through guided imagery you can learn to use your imagination to actually change how you are feeling and what you are focused on.

Trimester Two Schedule Changes

Please be aware that schedule changes for trimester two 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

College Visits

Although finding time to get on a college campus for a tour is sometimes difficult, we have opportunities to connect with college reps through both in-person (in the Counseling Office during SNAP) and virtual meetings. This is a great time to get your questions about individual colleges answered directly by their admissions representatives. You can find a list of upcoming college rep visits here.

Senior FAFSA Information

The Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Application is currently under construction. In the meantime, Minnesota Goes to College will be hosting a variety of Zoom sessions regarding the financial aid process.

Trade School/Technical College after high school

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Seniors

Visit the counseling office/Student Support Website for all your senior information needs. Topics range from sending transcripts to applying to college & FAFSA! If your plans for after high school are undecided schedule an appointment with your school counselor to talk further about your opportunities.

"I am the school-based therapist with Canvas Health for STMA High. I provide mental health services to students and their families during the school day and Canvas Health's school-based program prides itself in fully embedding our services within the school and being an active member of the school community. Canvas Health's goal is to remove barriers to treatment and we work to identify the students who otherwise would not be able to access services outside of school. Some of the services I provide are individual, family, and group therapy, consultation with school and community resources, and trainings for staff and students on a variety of mental health topics. I am trained 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."

We are excited to announce the 9th Grade Study kNight scheduled for November 27th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. As the end of the trimester approaches, we understand the importance of providing additional support to ensure our 9th-grade students feel confident and well-prepared. This event offers a valuable opportunity for students to receive assistance in core subject areas from dedicated teachers and peers. Whether your focus is on mastering challenging concepts or seeking clarification on specific topics, our 9th Grade Study kNight aims to foster a supportive learning environment. We encourage all 9th-grade students to take advantage of this valuable resource as they gear up for a successful end to the trimester.

We look forward to seeing you there!

There are approximately 2 weeks left until the end of Trimester 1. Please continue to encourage your student(s) to keep up their hard work. If students require assistance, please ask them to connect with their teacher(s) now. We appreciate your partnership in the education of your student(s).

Wednesday, November 29

• Home Room

• Period One

• Period Two Assessment

• Period Three

• Period Four Assessment

• Period Five

Thursday, Nov 30

• Home Room

• Period One Assessment

• Period Two

• Period Three Assessment

• Period Four

• Period Five Assessment

STMA High School we are grateful for the work of many stakeholders who impact daily life at STMA High School. Ms. Anne Zahler and Ms. Lisa Brauer are central to our success. We want to provide an opportunity for our community families to get to know them. Please find information about our attendance team included below.

It is our pleasure to introduce Anne Zahler, a valued member of our staff at STMA High School. Anne brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her role, having been an integral part of the STMA school district since 2000 and working at our high school for the past 16 years. Anne is a loving mother to three children—Brittany, Tim, and Jake—and a proud grandmother to six beautiful grandchildren. She cherishes spending quality time with her family, especially at the lake, and can often be found enthusiastically cheering from the stands as her grandchildren participate in hockey and various other activities. Anne's commitment to both her work and family exemplifies her passion for fostering a positive and supportive environment within our school community.

Hi! My name is Lisa Brauer. I was born and raised in Burlington, Wisconsin - home to a Nestle Chocolate factory and Tony Romo! I attended Burlington High School where I was obsessed with all things band - pep band, marching band, jazz band - you name it, I was in it! Shortly after graduating, I found a career I loved in 911 dispatching. I celebrated 15 years in dispatching before relocating to Minnesota in 2015. I currently live in Hanover with my husband, Brandon, and two daughters, Cecilia (13) and Nova (10). Cecilia is in 8th grade at Middle School East and enjoys competing in both Debate and Speech here at the high school. Nova is in 5th grade at Middle School East and is loving her first year participating in Science Olympiad. Our family is made complete by our Bernedoodle (Penny), hairless cat (Petunia), and two guinea pigs (Calvin and Hobbes). Since moving here, I’ve worked as a response and recess para at St. Michael Elementary and as a kindergarten para at St. Michael Catholic School. I love working with kids of all ages and hope to have a positive influence on the students I interact with. When I’m not spending time with my family, you can find me working in my craft room while listening to audiobooks. Come visit me and 250+ other crafters at the annual STMA Women of Today Craft Fair this Saturday here at the high school!

STMA school district partners with Every Meal to offer a weekend meal program to interested families. Every Meal is a nonprofit organization with a mission to fight child hunger through community and school partnerships. They strive to make a difference in children's lives by focusing on food gaps like weekends, school breaks, and summer when it is difficult to access food.

If your family is interested in enrolling in this program please click above to register.

There will be no school November 22nd, and December 1st for Teacher Workshop days.

STMA High School students have the opportunity for different academic supports.

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.

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.

STMA Grad Party

For more information, please contact: Cmccarty@kw.com

(763) 439-3619

Students are expected to leave the building by 4:00pm unless they are under the supervision of a teacher.

To keep up to date with what's going on at STMA High School, please click on the Twitter buttons below for:

High School - @STMAHighSchool

Principal Reeves - @STMAreeves

Activities Director Cornell - @StmaAd

Email: hsoffice@mystma.org
Website: https://www.stma.k12.mn.us/
Location: 5800 Jamison Avenue Northeast, Saint Michael, MN, USA
Phone: 763-497-2192