St. Michael's Catholic Academy
A Catholic Academy In Flushing, Queens, Serving Children From PreK Through Eighth Grade
Grade 5 and 6 Visit The Lewis Latimer House – February 2020
Students perform at The Bishop’s Christmas Luncheon – December 2019
Thanksgiving Food Drive – November 2019
Field Trip to Bowne House – October 2019
Rock Cycle Posters that 4th Grade created for their Science class – March 2020
Mrs. Rogone sends this video message on the Feast of the Annunciation
Here are some activities to celebrate this day.
Annunciation Coloring Page ENG
Anunciación-del-Señor-Coloring Page
Annunciation-of-the-Lord Word Search
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| The Most Reverend Nicholas DiMarzio, Bishop of Brooklyn released the following video recorded from the Chapel in his residence, on the Fourth Sunday of Lent, for the members of the faithful of Brooklyn and Queens.
Bishop DiMarzio speaks about the practice of spiritual communion which has long been part of the Church. The practice is something the great saints implemented when they could not receive the Holy Eucharist during times when communion was not as available as it is today. He also addresses the Sacrament of Reconciliation, encouraging like the Pope, to make a good act of contrition to prepare for when we have the chance for confession. The Bishop also encourages the faithful to do a personal natural penance, especially in this time of isolation, where there are many things we don’t like but have to do. The link of the full video can be found on the Diocese of Brooklyn’s Vimeo page at https://vimeo.com/399651056 or click on the image below. Sincerely, Most Rev. Raymond F. Chappetto, DD, VG, VE
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*** To see your child’s report card you must use you must log into OptionC using your Parent username and password. If you don’t know your username and password please email me (wong@stmichaelsca.org) with the following information: your name, your child’s name, and grade.
I will then send the information to the email address that we have on file in OptionC for you.***
Once you are able to log in here is a helpful guide to seeing the report card: Parent View of Report Cards
Download: English | Spanish | Chinese OptionC Parent Portal Guide
March 20, 2020
Dear Parents,
Second trimester report cards are now available to be viewed on Option C. All parents were given the access codes in a letter distributed on March 13th. If you have any difficulty in viewing the cards please email the classroom teachers as they have the access codes and can help you also. If you have any questions about your child’s progress please email the teacher Monday through Friday only. Please be patient as teachers may not be able to immediately answer texts and emails but they will respond to you. With Communication Folders and Interim Reports regularly distributed there should be no surprises about your child’s progress.
Starting on Monday, March 23rd, DAILY assignments will be posted as opposed to weekly assignments. At our meeting yesterday, the teachers were reporting some confusion with weekly assignments. The teachers and I will continue to video conference a few times each week. Remember attendance and submission of work is required, not only by our school but by New York State Department of Education. Records are being kept as if we are in face to face learning.
If at any time you wish to contact me please email me at rogone@stmichaelsca.org. I am very happy with the support the parents are giving the teachers during this transition to distance learning and under the challenging times we all face. We will continue to work together for the education of our children. Thank you for your cooperation and support.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Maureen Rogone
Principal
Message from Mrs. Rogone: English | Spanish | 早上好
Part I
Part 2
Tuition, After School Payments, Fundraising Fees can be paid by contacting Ms. Jeri (tuition secretary) by emailing her.
Her email is: zappitiellij@yahoo.com.
Acceptable Use Policy Reminder: Distance Learning
All students and parents of the St. Michael’s Catholic Academy are reminded that the Acceptable Use Policy you signed for the 2019/2020 school year is in full effect for the duration of our distance learning protocol. Students and parents may view the full policy in their handbook and on the SMCA website, but are reminded of the following:
It is the policy of the Catholic Academies and Parish Schools within the Diocese of Brooklyn that technology be used to support learning and enhance instruction. Technology will be used in a responsible, efficient, ethical, and legal manner, consistent with the moral teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
Students will not:
Violation of this policy in whole or in part may result in any or all of the following and will be issued at the discretion of the Catholic Academy/Parish School principal:• Loss of use/privileges of school/academy technology.
• Disciplinary action including, but not limited to suspension, and/or legal action by the school/academy, civil authorities, and/or other involved parties. • Compensation for damages, both physical and punitive, incurred due to actions in violation of this AUP.
Free Breakfast and Lunches are being made available to all St. Michael’s Catholic Academy Students through the New York City Department of Education
PreK Activities for week of March 23, 2020:
Please Be Aware of SCAMMERS! Use of Class Dojo and Google Classroom are FREE! Ignore any requests for payment.
Kindergarten Mandarin: Classwork | Homework | Read Aloud (What are you doing?) | Read Aloud (I Feel Spring)
Grade 4 (ELA, Math, Social Studies) and Grade 5 ELA
PreK1: Weekly Newsletter | At Home Activities
PreK2: Weekly Newsletter | At Home Activities
PreK3: Weekly Newsletter | At Home Activities
PreK4: Weekly Newsletter | At Home Activities
Kindergarten Mandarin: Math | Classwork | Homework | Read Aloud What plants need| Read Aloud What animals need
Grade 1 Mandarin: March 9, March 10, March 11, March 12
Grade 2 Monday: Know It Show It and Math1
Tuesday: My Book and Math2
Wednesday: KnowItShowItp152, KnowItShowItp153 and Math3
Thursday: KnowItShowItp148, KnowItShowItp149 and Math4
Grade 4 (ELA, Math, SS) and Grade 5 ELA
Grade 4 ELA: Module 2.1 Reading, Module 2.1 Writing, Module2.2Reading, Module2.2Writing, Irregular Verbs Worksheet, Prepositions Worksheet
Download: English | Spanish | Chinese
Diocese of Brooklyn Announces Catholic Academies and Parish Schools
Will close until at least April 20, 2020
Superintendent of Schools Thomas Chadzutko, Ed. D., has announced today all elementary Catholic Academies and Parish Schools in Brooklyn and Queens will remain closed until April 20, 2020. This follows last week’s announcement that the schools would be closed this week, March 16-March 20, 2020, out of an abundance of caution. The decision mirrors the New York City public schools announcement made last night.
“The decision to close is based on the interdependency of services between public schools and Catholic schools,” said Dr. Chadzutko.
Many families that attend Diocesan schools depend on the New York City services such as bus transportation, meals, nurses, and crossing and security guards.
“If there was a safe way for us to open sooner, we would, but we cannot function without those essential services,” said Joan McMaster, Associate Superintendent for Principal and Teacher Personnel.
The latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control is to restrict gatherings of 50 or more people. Clearly, the school environment would be in violation.
The contingency pandemic plan, which is part of the Office of the Superintendent school crisis management plan, includes digital, distance and alternative instruction for students so that their education is not disrupted. A complete transition to that model of instruction will take place this week.
The Office of the Superintendent is in daily communication with city and state officials and is part of the Coronavirus Education Task Force of the NYC Department of Education. During this time, there is a constant reassessment of the situation and the necessary response in an effort to keep our school community safe.
Here are the latest updates from St. Michael’s Catholic Academy:
For more information please download the March 11 Letter
Update on Coronavirus Precautions
Please read the letter from our Principal that addresses the steps that are being taken in response to the current situation.
Update Letter in English | Update Letter in Spanish | Update Letter in Chinese
