February 27, 2026
Main Office309-367-2528
schickd@stmfalcons.com
Upcoming Events
March 6
End of 3rd Quarter
March 13
NO BUS SERVICE
Report Cards Sent Home
March 30-April 6
Spring Break
April 7
School Resumes
April 17
NO BUS SERVICE
Lunch Menu!!
March 2
Hot Dog, Baked Beans, Fries, Fruit
March 3
Sleeping Tacos, Corn, Fruit
March 4
Chicken Fillet Sand, Chips, Green Beans, Fruit
March 5
French Toast Sticks, Hash Brown, Sausage, Fruit
March 6
Grilled Cheese, Tomato Soup, Goldfish, Fruit
March 9
Corn Dog, Baked Beans, Fruit
March 10
Pulled Chicken Sandwich, Green Beans, Fruit
March 11
Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Applesauce
March 12
Chicken Nuggets, Salad, Lays Potato Chips, Oranges
March 13
Nacho and Cheese, Salsa, Banana, Chocolate Chip Cookie
John Lancaster Spalding Scholarship Fund 2026-2027
Application Deadline: April 24, 2026 Submission Deadline: May 8, 2026
SEE ATTACHED
ONLY 2 WEEKS AWAY!
All-Star Auction Madness-Tickets on Sale!
March 14, 2026! This March Madness–themed fundraiser supports St. Mary’s Catholic School and promises a fun night of dinner, entertainment, and live auction excitement.
Families can support the auction in many ways—by attending, becoming a sponsor, donating auction items, or giving monetarily.
🎟 Learn more, purchase tickets, or support the auction at: www.stmarysmetamora.schoolauction.net/2026auction
Mrs. Noble’s Noisy Bucket Almsgiving!
In the middle school hallway, Mrs. Noble will have a metal bucket either hanging on her door or next to her door (depending on if it is open or not) for students to donate any spare change during the Lenten Season. Last year when her 3/4 Religion class heard the story about her priest having a Noisy Bucket Collection, they wanted to participate. So, any student is welcome to bring money to donate and have an opportunity to participate in almsgiving this Lenten Season. Last year we gathered almost $30! Can you help us beat it this year?
Donut Sunday!
Join us for Donut Sunday on March 1! We’re looking for students and families to sign up for volunteer roles at both mass & in the cafeteria. Stay for our Faith in Action Scavenger Hunt, a fun way to grow and serve together as a community! Link below to sign-up. All K-8 students & families welcome.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B45ABA92CA7FA7-62413297-march
Butter Braids
The 8th grade class at St. Mary’s School is selling Butter Braids, Cookie Dough, and Frozen Pizzas to raise funds for their class trip this Spring. Orders with payment are due on Tuesday 3/10/26 and delivery is on Tuesday 3/24/26. Please contact any 8th grade student or Deanna Casey at 309/231-9656 if you would like to order or have any questions. Thank you!!
American Heritage Girls
Our next AHG meeting will be on March 2nd right after school in the cafeteria. Please be sure to bring your uniform and badge book, as we will be starting to work on our first badge of the year! Last call to turn in your medical forms and pay troop dues. Dues can be paid online on the church website or in person at the St. Mary’s church office. If you need an additional medical form or would like to join our troop, please contact Shay (309-678-3381) or Sara (309-361-1990).
ATHLETICS
Softball Open Gyms
March 8 and March 21, 2:00-4:00, Grades 4-7 at St. Mary’s Gym
7th & 8th Grade Volleyball Regionals
All games played at St. Mary’s Pontiac, 414 N. Main Street, Pontiac
7th Grade
March 2 at 7 p.m.
If we win on March 2, we play March 3 at 6:30 p.m.
If we win on March 3, we play on March 4 at 5:30 p.m.
8th Grade
March 7 at 1:00 p.m.
If we win on March 7, we play on March 10 at 6:30 p.m.
If we win on March 10, we play on March 11 at 5:30 p.m.
Emmie’s 8th Annual Easter Baskets
Each year, in memory of sweet Emmie Tintori, her family puts together Easter baskets for the children at OSF Children’s Hospital. These baskets go to children of all ages, from the tiniest NICU babies all the way up to age 18 for both boys and girls. As you’re putting baskets together, please keep in mind they are in a hospital setting.
We kindly ask: • No food or drinks (due to allergies and dietary restrictions)
- Age-appropriate items • Please label each basket with the age group
- Wrap baskets in clear cellophane for easier transport and delivery
Great ideas include: • Small toys • Coloring books & crayons • Stuffed animals • Activity books • Stickers
Little Comfort Items Baskets are needed by Palm Sunday (March 29th) as these are delivered the week of Easter.
Thank you in advance for your generosity and thank you to the Tintori Family for putting together this beautiful opportunity!