SMES SAINTS SCOOP
Updates and Reminders August 23, 2026

Hello Saints Families,
American Education week is coming on November 16th. Sit, Snack and Read will be on Tuesday the 17th. See the flyer below for the Spirit Week information.
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
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 continuing our PTO fundraising efforts to support student experiences, activities, and programs throughout the school year. One of our largest upcoming needs is helping provide four buses for the school-wide National Air & Space Museum field trip this December. We are working toward a fundraising goal of $15,000 to help make this and other opportunities possible for our students.
Every contribution, big or small, helps the PTO continue supporting SMES students, teachers, and school experiences throughout the year.
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,
The holidays are a busy time, but maintaining healthy habits helps teens stay focused and feel their best.
Encourage your student to build these five habits this season:
1. Get enough sleep. Teens need about 8 to 10 hours of sleep a night to stay alert and healthy.
2. Practice good hygiene. Regular handwashing and covering coughs prevent the spread of illness.
3. Stay active. Even short walks or sports with friends can boost energy and mood.
4. Make wise food choices. Balance holiday treats with fruits, vegetables, and water.
5. Manage stress. Support your teen in setting limits and taking breaks from screens and social media.
Our Choptank Health providers play a crucial role in preparing our students for learning by offering medical, dental, nutrition, and behavioral health services, all on a schedule that also benefits our parents. They work with your primary health care provider to keep your students as healthy as they can be. You can enroll your child in School-Based Health at any time throughout the year. For more information, including enrollment forms, locations, and contact details, visit www.choptankhealth.org/schoolbased.
Upcoming Dates 📅
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
Dec 4: 4th & 5th Grade Air and Space Museum trip
Dec 7: PK, K and 1st grade Winter Concert, 6PM
Dec 11: 1st, 2nd and 3rd Grade Air and Space Museum trip
Dec 14: 2nd-5th grade Winter Concert, 6PM
Dec 21-Jan 1: No School- Winter Break
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