Dress Code Update
In response to request from families to consider offering an optional plaid skirt we have selected a customized plaid skirt available exclusively at Parker Uniforms.  Please remember this is not required, but it is the only acceptable plaid.  Click to read the official Dress Code 2012-2013.

New Assistant Principal
It is with great pleasure that we announce St. Michael’s new Assistant Principal, Michael Volonnino effective July 1, 2012. His commitment to education and passion for learning make him a great addition to our administrative team. This is an exciting time for St. Michael’s - please join us in welcoming him to our community.

Michael is currently completing a doctorate in Education Policy from The University of Texas at Austin. Over the past few years, he has served as an Executive Master Teacher at the Institute for Public School Initiatives at UT-Austin designing online social studies curriculum and has written curriculum for Lighthouse Charter Academy. Prior to moving to Austin for graduate school, Michael taught for five years at Pequannock Township High School in New Jersey, spending the last two as the department team leader and spent one year teaching at St. Michael Elementary in Cranford, NJ. Michael comes from a family of Catholic educators and has done work with the Alliance for Catholic Education (ACE) Advocates in Austin. He is an active parishioner and an officer of the Knights of Columbus at St. Austin's. Michael graduated from Harvard University, magna cum laude, with a BA in History and has a M. Ed in Education Administration from Rutgers University.

Baccalaureate Mass
Please join the SMCA community as we celebrate our 2012 graduates at the annual Baccalaureate Mass on June 1, 2012 at 7:00 pm at Emmaus Catholic Parish in Lakeway, TX.  Bishop Joe Vasquez will be presiding along with Fr. Jim McDonough, OP, SMCA Chaplain and Fr. Isidore Ndagizimana, Pastor at St. Albert the Great Catholic Parish.  There will be a reception to follow the Mass in the Great Hall.  All are welcome.

CATHOLICISM Documentary series

St. Michael's Catholic Academy Presents: 
CATHOLICISM
A 10-part documentary series with Fr. Robert Barron.  This epic film series takes the viewer on a tour of the Catholic faith throughout the world, exploring the beliefs and practices of the faithful. 
Join us on Tuesday evenings throughout the summer to watch and discuss topics from "The Teachings of Jesus" to "The End Things.)

For planning purposes, please reserve your seats by filling out the form below.  If the form doesn't appear, click HERE.


For more details or questions, please contact Kevin M. White, Coordinator of Campus Ministry at kwhite@smca.com or 512-328-2323 X 351.

Academic Achievement of our Alumni!

Catholic Diocese of Austin Scholarship Sweepstakes
Parker School Uniforms is giving away a $1,000 educational scholarship!

At Catholic schools, children learn to shine with a light they carry with them into the world. We would like to help bring that light into your family. Go to the Diocese webpage, fill out the simple form and you'll be entered to WIN a $1,000 scholarship for Catholic school tuition to a Catholic school in the Diocese of Austin.

Give this scholarship to the student of your choice.

The winning scholarship is transferrable to any eligible student who will attend a Catholic school in the Diocese of Austin. Just enter and you may have the chance to give this scholarship to the student of your choice!

Please see the Diocese of Austin website to learn more: http://www.csdascholarship.com/

CSDA FAQ's

Avery Coffey Receives Outstanding Award for Service
We proud to announce that current Freshman Avery Coffey received "The President's Volunteer Service Award" this year for her extraordinary number of volunteer hours.  The President's Council on Service and Civic Participation (the Council) was established in 2003 to recognize the valuable contributions volunteers are making in our communities and encourage more people to serve. The Council created the President’s Volunteer Service Award program as a way to thank and honor Americans who, by their demonstrated commitment and example, inspire others to engage in volunteer service.  Go Crusaders!

The Annual Book Buyback is Coming!

Wondering what to do with those textbooks??  Sell them back!!  There are two options for selling books back to MBS Direct - come to the on campus EZ Drop Book Buyback event or send them back yourself.

Seniors: Forms Needed for Project Graduation

Parents and seniors, please fill out the Student Agreement form and send in your contribution for Project Graduation.  Forms can be found on the SMCA website page for Project Graduation or at the reception desk.  To date, just over 50% of the senior class has sent in their forms and money.  Students will not be allowed to attend Project Graduation unless their form is on file.  Project Graduation does not receive any funding from St. Michael's, so all parent contributions are essential to the success of this event and greatly appreciated!!! If you have any questions, please contact Barbara Solano or Paige McClendon.

New Director of Development
It is with great pleasure that we announce St. Michael’s new Director of Development Peggy Hanley, effective June 1, 2012. Peggy brings such relevant experience and enthusiasm – we are confident she will make significant contributions to our administrative team and fundraising efforts.  Please read her brief bio below and join us in welcoming Peggy to St. Michael’s.

Peggy Hanley attended the University of Texas, graduating with a Bachelor of Journalism in 2003.  With more than 9 years of experience in the nonprofit profession, Peggy has served as the Director of Development for St. Francis School for the past 5 years.  Prior to her position with St. Francis, she was the Development Director for Cathedral School of St. Mary and the Director of Major Gifts for United Way Capital Area.  Peggy has her Masters’ of Philanthropy and Development from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota and is a member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals.

Returning and New Student Emergency Information Form Needed
All new and returning students need to complete and turn in a new Emergency Information Form.  Please return the forms to the front office or you may fax them to 512-328-2327 or email them to registrar@smca.com.

Spring Awards Ceremony - May 17 at 12:30pm in CAC
We are having a Spring Awards Ceremony this year, honoring all of our spring sports:  Baseball, Softball, Track, Men's and Women's Lacrosse, Golf, and Tennis - as well as TAPPS Academics and Fine Arts competitors.  The ceremony will be in the Schneider Gym at 12:30 on Thursday, May 17.  Please come out and celebrate with our Crusader students and athletes.

Summer Physicals - July 26, 5:00pm
Every student that plays a sport at St. Michael's is required to have a physical.  Which means, you cannot miss the summer physicals offered in St. Michael's Carter Athletic Center, on Thursday, July 26, at 5:00pm.  Some of our fabulous doctors within the St. Michael's community have graciously volunteered their time to give our student body physicals.  You only need $20, and the money goes right back into the Crusaders budget!  So please contact Kelly Perez, at kperez@smca.com, to get your child's name on the list.  Checks can be made out to St. Michael's Booster.  Go Crusaders!

Spring Awards Ceremony: Honoring all Spring Sports, TAPPS Academics, and Fine Arts
On Thursday, May 17, at 12:35pm, in the Schneider Gym, the St. Michael's community is invited to celebrate the accomplishments of our spring sports teams: baseball, softball, track, men's and women's lacrosse, golf, and tennis.  We will also honor the achievements of students involved in TAPPS competitions for academics, art, drama, and music.  Awards for students involved in foreign language competitions will be celebrated as well.  Please join us to recognize all of these fine St. Michael's students.

Summer Athletic Camps
Check out the opportunities for summer athletic camps held here at SMCA.  Fill out the form and submit with payment to the Athletic Office.  Click here to view our summer athletic camps and to download the registration form..

Video: SMCA Athletes who played their sport in college
Watch a video of SMCA athletes who went on to play their sport in college:  SMCA Collegiate Athletes

Anonymous Help Line Now Available
Mr. Shakespeare created a site for students to anonymously contact the Counseling Office to report issues of concern that they might not be comfortable reporting in person. Whether a student has concerns about bullying, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, alcohol, substance use, or academic dishonesty, they can request information and receive help without revealing their identity. The form has two parts: an "Issue Summary" where the student can explain the problem, and a "Desired Response" feature where they can request the counselor to share information, enter an anonymous dialogue with the student, or contact a student or parent directly. In the case of a student reporting an intention to harm themselves or others, the school would be able to trace the IP address of the reporter to insure that person's safety. This feature will ONLY be used in the case of a direct threat or a report of abuse. This also means that students should be warned that this feature is for serious inquiries only -- it is not a joking matter, and anyone using the service improperly will face serious consequences.
We hope that this new way of dialoguing with students will open up better communication between those struggling with issues and the people who can help them.  Please click here to access the site.

Check Out Our New Promotional Video!

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