St. Mary School Swormville -

A lot has changed since 1988, but the quality, Catholic education available at SMS remains! For more information on enrollment or to take an on-school time tour, contact us at 716-689-8424, or visit: https://www.stmaryschoolswormville.org/o/school #ThrowbackThursday #stmarys175

Then he took the bread, said the blessing, broke it, and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body, which will be given for you; do this in memory of me." ~ Luke 22:19 Please join our St. Mary's faith community for services today: HOLY THURSDAY – March 28th Morning Prayer - 9:00 am in the chapel Friendship Supper 5:30 pm in the parish center Mass of the Lord’s Supper - 7:00 pm in the church Followed by Adoration until 11:00 pm in the chapel The evening Mass on Holy Thursday begins the Sacred Triduum. On this night we remember the Last Supper and celebrate the institution of the Eucharist and the Sacrament of Holy Orders. At the end of the liturgy, the sanctuary is stripped clean in preparation for the most somber of feasts, Good Friday. Family Faith Activity: Talk about how Jesus is really present in holy Communion and how sharing in his body strengthens us to become the Body of Christ and to follow him each day. Source: https://www.teachingcatholickids.com/walking-through-holy-week-as-a-family/ For a complete Akron Clarence Roman Catholic Community Holy Week Schedule, click here: https://www.stmaryswormville.org/article/1403236

Our 2nd graders are filling out job applications... to be the Easter Bunny's Assistant! #Eastersonitsway

All are encouraged to participate in the Holy Thursday liturgy this evening at 7 PM.

After spending the morning learning about Holy Thursday, 8th grade studied the Old Testament readings for the Easter Vigil Mass and talked about how they point us to Christ. As a group, they were able to take the long story of Salvation History and bring it down to 24 words, keeping in mind there is always more to learn, that God's mercy is always available, and that death never wins!

In the spirit of collaboration, our Montessori students have been partnering up this week to complete their work lists! Our 5/6 year olds are working with their 3/4 year old buddies!

Grade 2 had some fun with Easter-themed writing pieces - check out their wonderful responses! #Eastersonitsway

SMS 2nd grader Allison Macdonald competed in the Under Armour Winter Nationals golf tournament this past February in Florida. She finished 8th out of 19 girls. She was also named to the Under Armour All American Team - way to go Allison! #BuzzWorthy Has your SMS student achieved something notable recently? Do you have news to share with our community as an alum? If so, tell us about it! We’d love to share the #BuzzWorthy news on social media or in an upcoming “What’s the Buzz” school newsletter. Simply email any photos and a short description to buzzworthy@stmaryschoolswormville.org.

Our 2nd graders had some special guests read to their class during March as part of the #ReadAcrossAmerica program. When parents make the time to read with children, children get the message that reading is important!

Montessori students are getting "egg-cited" for Easter as we move along in Holy Week, & colored bunnies, baskets, & eggs today in Art. Montessori Pre-K and K students attend Art, Music, Spanish, & Phys. Ed. as part of their weekly curriculum. Learn more: tinyurl.com/bddjc8cu

Long time Releve' Dance Company buddies and SMS 8th graders Sam and Maeve are starring in The Little Mermaid, Jr. as Ursula and Ariel. The show is April 12-13 at 7PM in the SMS auditorium. Call the office for ticket information.

SMS 8th grader Patrick MacDiarmid III received the Ad Altare Dei (to the altar of God) emblem for Boy Scouts from Bishop Mike yesterday. The Ad Altare Dei program assists Catholic youth members of the Boy Scouts of America develop a fully Christian way of life in a faith community by studying the seven sacraments. #BuzzWorthy Has your SMS student achieved something notable recently? Do you have news to share with our community as an alum? If so, tell us about it! We’d love to share the #BuzzWorthy news on social media or in an upcoming “What’s the Buzz” school newsletter. Simply email any photos and a short description to buzzworthy@stmaryschoolswormville.org.

Order from Pie-O-Mine for dinner tonight & help support SMS 8th graders fundraising for their class trip!

#Meekness #VirtueoftheMonth #MondayMotivation

Reminder - if you'd like your child(ren) in grades K-3 to attend the 8th Grade Babysitting Service Project Night on Friday April 19th from 6-8pm in the gym, please RSVP using the linked form by TOMORROW. https://tinyurl.com/2nh6k9mp

Our core values of KNOWLEDGE, FAITH, FAMILY, SERVICE, & TRADITION make us more than just a school. #CatholicEd #SMStheplacetoBEE #MORE

“Hosanna to the Son of David; blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord; hosanna in the highest” (Mt 21:8). Palm Sunday, the Sunday before Easter, commemorates Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem to celebrate Passover before his death as recounted in the Gospels.

DON'T WORRY ABOUT DINNER ON 3/25 & 4/9! Skip the meal prep & support SMS 8th grade students fundraising for their trip to Washington D.C.! 20% of the proceeds are given back to assist with trip costs. Dine-in, or order in person, online or via phone for takeout. BE SURE TO MENTION THE ORDER IS IN SUPPORT OF 'ST. MARY'S 8TH GRADE CLASS'. When ordering online, put this comment near your name or in the special instructions section.

The HSA Spirit Wear Online Store is open NOW UNTIL 4/1! Check out all the gear, including the SMS warm weather uniform shirt, umbrellas, socks, beach towels, mugs, water bottles, duffel bags, tees, hoodies, caps, and more. Click here to shop: promoplace.com/stmaryswormville/

SMS 8th grader Billy Dillemuth has been busy... with basketball! Billy plays with Amherst Youth Basketball and two travel teams in addition to the SMS Varsity squad, and has racked up 76 games overall this season! Billy has helped his teams to championships and tournament wins, along with a 10-0 season and a division title for SMS. Billy received an athletic scholarship to St. Mary’s High School in Lancaster, and will be playing for their JV Basketball team next year. Way to go! #BuzzWorthy Has your student (or alumnus) achieved something notable recently? Have they won an award outside of school for sports, scouts, or another organization? If so, tell us about it! We’d love to share their #BuzzWorthy news on social media or in an upcoming “What’s the Buzz” school newsletter. Simply email any photos and a short description to buzzworthy@stmaryschoolswormville.org.