SMES SAINTS SCOOP
Updates and Reminders August 23, 2026

Hello Saints Families,
NEW!! Want to share your Adopt a Classroom donation with other families? In an effort to achieve 100% participation we've added smaller donation options. You can either adopt the entire classroom for $200 or contribute in $50 increments to share the classroom with other families.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0844A4AB2BA3FE3-65770605-adopt
Thank you to all of the families who are supporting our commitment to less screen time. See the link below for more details!
This Thursday October 29 we will have a Fall Field Day. Families may attend the outdoor portion to watch students participate There will be a sign in table outside near the gym entrance/ entrance to the playground. PreK-2nd grade will have Field Day from 8:30AM-11:00AM. 3rd- 5th grades will have Field Day from 12:00PM-2:00PM.
This Friday October 30, we will celebrate Fall again with Pumpkins and Pajamas! Saints may wear pajamas to school and our learning will be pumpkin themed.
Save the date for our SMES Winter Concerts:
PK-1 Dec 7 at 6PM
2-5 Dec 14 at 6PM
With great thanks for your partnership,
Dr. Bullock, SMES School Principal
St. Michaels Elementary School Judy Center Early Learning Hub
Have a little one at home?
Looking for a place to play, learn, connect, and grow together?
Come discover all the St. Michaels Elementary Judy Center has to offer!
SMES PTO UPDATES
Our Adopt-a-Classroom program is still open! Families can adopt an entire classroom for $200 or contribute in $50 increments to share a classroom with other families. Every donation goes directly to the selected teacher or staff member to support classroom enhancements and student needs.
Adopt-A-Classroom: https://bit.ly/SMESAdoptaClassroom2026
We are also beginning our fundraising efforts for the National Air & Space Museum field trip this December! The SMES PTO is working to raise $15,000 to provide buses for this exciting educational experience! Every contribution, big or small, helps us get closer to our goal.
Please see the attached flyers for additional information and donation details.
Thank you for your continued support of our SMES students!
Choptank Community Health
Healthy Students Are Ready to Learn
Dear Parents and Guardians,
A headache, toothache, anxiety, or an ongoing health concern can make it difficult for a student to focus in the classroom. Our partnership with Choptank Community Health System helps enrolled students receive important health services conveniently during the school day. Choptank Health’s School-Based Health Centers provide medical, dental, behavioral health, and nutrition services for enrolled students. Depending on your child’s needs and the services available at our school, the care team can help with preventive care, minor illnesses, chronic health conditions, healthy eating, stress, emotional well- being, and more. October brings added attention to dental hygiene, nutrition, and mental health, but these needs matter throughout the school year. Early support can help students feel better, miss less class time, and remain ready to learn.
Has your child enrolled in School-Based Health?
Enrollment does not replace your child’s primary care provider. It gives your family another convenient way to access care and support during the school day.
Learn more and complete the registration forms at www.choptankhealth.org/school-based.
Thank you for helping us create a healthy, supported school community where every student has the opportunity to thrive.
Upcoming Dates 📅
Oct 27: St. Michaels Superintendent Community Listening Session, 5:30PM
Oct 29: SMES Fall Field Day
Oct 30: Quarter 1 Ends
Oct 30: Pumpkins and Pajamas
Oct 30: Early Dismissal, 11:20 dismissal
Nov 2: Quarter 2 Begins
Nov 3: No school for students: Parent Conferences
Nov 6: PTO Meeting, 5:30PM
Nov 9: Quarter 1 Report Cards Issued
Nov 11: Fall Picture Retakes
Nov 12-13: No school: Waterfowl
Nov 16-20: American Education Week
Nov 25-27: No school: Thanksgiving
Community Information
Family shows coming to the Avalon
Hi everyone,
We’re excited to share that the Avalon will host three TheaterWorksUSA shows in Easton this year. Some students will have the opportunity to see these productions during the school day, and evening performances will be available for families to enjoy together.
Ada Twist, Scientist & Friends
Friday, November 6, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Ada, Rosie, and Iggy go on a musical adventure filled with curiosity, science, and teamwork.
Tickets: https://avalonfoundation.org/event/theaterworksusa-presents-ada-twist-scientist-friends
Cat Kid Comic Club: The Musical
Friday, February 26, 2027, at 6:00 p.m.
Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog start a comic club for 21 baby frogs. It’s a funny show about creativity, imagination, and friendship.
Tickets: https://avalonfoundation.org/event/theaterworksusa-presents-cat-kid-comic-club-musical
The Pout-Pout Fish: The Musical
Friday, May 7, 2027, at 6:00 p.m.
Mr. Fish heads out on an underwater adventure to find Miss Clam’s missing pearl, with puppets and live performers.
Tickets: https://avalonfoundation.org/event/theaterworksusa-presents-pout-pout-fish-musical
Families can receive a 10% discount when they purchase tickets to all three shows in the same transaction. The offer ends November 6.
The Avalon is also providing free school-day bus-in performances for many grades this year, with support from the Sara B. Ryan Fund. Annie, the Avalon’s holiday production, is coming soon, too, and tickets will be on sale shortly.
The Avalon Children’s Theatre will also have children’s shows this spring. We’ll share more information as soon as it’s available.
We hope you and your family can join us for a show!
Michael J. McCormack
Avalon Foundation
(O) 410-822-0345
(C) 410-310-0269