Mustang Messenger 4/1/26

Dear St. Matthias Families,

As we prepare to enter Spring Break, we also stand at the threshold of one of the most sacred and joyful seasons of our faith—Easter.

Lent has invited us into prayer, sacrifice, and reflection. It has called us to slow down, to examine our hearts, and to draw closer to Christ. Now, we look ahead with hope to the celebration of the Resurrection—the promise that light overcomes darkness, and that new life is always possible.

As you spend time with your families over Spring Break, I encourage you to remain grounded in this Easter message. Take time to pray together, attend Mass, and reflect on the incredible gift of Christ’s love and sacrifice. Even in rest, we are reminded that God is always at work renewing us.

At St. Matthias, we are deeply grateful for each of you—your partnership, your faith, and your commitment to Catholic education. Our community continues to grow stronger because of the shared values we hold and the care we extend to one another.

May this Easter season fill your homes with peace, joy, and renewal. May you return refreshed, restored, and ready to finish the school year strong.

We look forward to welcoming our students back on April 13th.

Wishing you and your families a blessed and joyful Easter.

With gratitude,
Dr. Streat

April 2 – April 12 – Spring Break (School Closed)
April 13 – Students Return to School
April 17, 20, 23, 24 – Spring Book Fair
April 23 – Literacy Night
Fun Run May 15

Re-enrollment for the 2026–2027 school year is now open, and all families must complete re-enrollment by April 13th to secure their child’s seat.

Re-enrollment allows us to plan for:

Staffing and instructional support

Classroom placement

School-wide resources and programming

Seats are not guaranteed after April 13. If you need assistance, please contact the main office.

Our Spring Book Fair will take place on:
April 17, 20, 23, and 24

This is a wonderful opportunity to encourage a love of reading and build your child’s home library while supporting our school.

Volunteers Needed

We are seeking parent volunteers to assist with:

Student shopping support

Register assistance

Set-up and breakdown

👉 To volunteer, Click the link! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549A5A723A2F58-63245365-scholastic

We are excited to host our upcoming Literacy Night, an evening dedicated to fostering a love of reading across all grade levels.

Families can look forward to:

Interactive literacy activities

Take-home strategies to support reading at home

Engaging, student-centered experiences

Volunteers Needed

Volunteers Needed

We are looking for volunteers to support:

Activity stations

Set-up and clean-up

Family welcome and check-in

👉 To volunteer, Click the Link! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0549A5A723A2F58-63243773-literacy

As you prepare for Spring Break, we pray that you enjoy a safe and restful time with your family.

Please remember that attendance matters. There are 180 school days, and students who miss 20 or more days are at risk of academic consequences, including possible retention, in accordance with Maryland State Department of Education guidelines.

Extended breaks outside of the school calendar are considered unexcused absences. Let us work together to ensure that every student is present and finishing the year strong.

With changing weather, many students are removing jackets and sweatshirts during the day and leaving them behind.

If your child is missing an item, please have them check the Lost & Found in the main office. We also encourage labeling all items with your child’s name.

April 23 – Literacy Night 📚
May 15– Fun Run 🏃‍♂️

May15-Bike to School Day

May (Date TBD) – Spring Art Show & Dance Performances 🎨💃
June (Date TBD) – Field Day ☀️

More details and volunteer opportunities will be shared soon.

As we enter the final quarter of the school year, consistent attendance is essential. Every instructional day matters, and we want all students present, engaged, and prepared to finish strong—academically and spiritually.

We are excited to announce that the BOOST Scholarship applications open Monday March 9. We encourage all families to apply for this program. Information and the application can be found at the links below.

BOOST Information

BOOST Application