Monday Morning Memo

Hours: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Email: school@stmaryum.org
Phone: 3016274170

Sra. Melissa will be on leave for the next three weeks due to a family emergency. Please keep her in your prayers.

We anticipate having a substitute Spanish teacher shortly and will send out more information as it becomes available.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we will celebrate Hispanic Cultural Dress Day on

Wednesday, October 14th. This is a special opportunity for students and staff to recognize and

celebrate the rich cultures and traditions of Hispanic and Latin American communities through

attire.

Please follow the guidelines below to ensure the day is respectful and educational.

What’s Appropriate:

● Traditional cultural attire from Hispanic or Latin American countries (e.g., embroidered

blouses, guayaberas, folkloric dresses, ponchos).

● Clothing that respectfully represents cultural heritage (colors of a country’s flag, patterns,

symbols).

● Modest and school-appropriate outfits.

● T-shirts or jerseys representing a Hispanic or Latin American country or featuring a

public figure of Hispanic heritage — as long as they are respectful and not a costume.

● Accessories such as sashes, scarves, or belts that reflect cultural significance.

What’s Not Appropriate:

● Hats or headpieces that are not part of traditional wear.

● Clothing with inappropriate language, logos, or imagery.

● Revealing or immodest clothing.

We encourage everyone to participate thoughtfully and respectfully. Let’s make this day a

celebration of culture and community pride!

The Book Fair will be here October 13th -16th. Students will have the opportunity to preview and purchase books during school. Payment options are checks (exact amount), credit/debit cards, and e-wallet. NO CASH

We are in need of volunteers to assist during the school day, after school, and at the HSA meeting. Volunteers must be Virtus certified. Please email Mrs. Plá at rpla@stmaryum.org

Preview the books at our fair by clicking the link below, and don't forget to set up your e-wallet. New e-wallet features allow you to transfer funds between children.

Fall Book Fair 2026

Tuesday December 15th at 6:30pm is our Christmas Program featuring ALL students. Please look for more information in the upcoming weeks.

Calling all business owners!! We are looking for sponsors for our 2027 Gala, Run for the Roses: A Night at the Derby. Please see the attached form and contact Mrs. Lewis alewis@stmaryum.org with any questions!

HSA has some open positions that need to be filled in order to move forward with the great things they have planned for this year. We will be holding our election at the October meeting so please plan to attend. That meeting will take place in the school cafeteria at 7 PM on October 14th.

5–1 WIN over St. Pius!

Oliver with a hat trick! Joba and Thida with goals, too!

And you can’t score without the assists! Nico, Moon, Ryan, and Skylar all came through with some great ones!

Kaname and Lenox had awesome breakaways and shots on goal, while Charlotte and Parker were absolute forces on defense. The foundation of this team! Dominic and Ava show so much hustle keeping up with kids three years older than them!

So proud of this group. They’re working hard, playing together, and really starting to see what they can do as a team. Great game, everyone!

Please note the activities here are not endorsed by the school or parish. Information is shared by request of the organizing body.

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Friday October 9th: 10am Mass; 12:30pm Dismissal

Monday October 12th: No School; Columbus Day
Wednesday October 14th: Hispanic Heritage Dress Down Day; 7pm HSA Meeting

Friday October 16th: 10am Mass

Friday October 23rd: No School; 6-9pm HSA Trunk or Treat

Thursday October 29th: Halloween Class Parties; 2pm Halloween Parade

Friday October 30th: 10am Mass; End of the First Quarter