SMHS Back to School

August 15, 2025

Important Information

25-26 School Year

Back to School Forms and Links

School Calendar

Parent-Student Handbook

Bell Schedules

School Communication: REMIND

Communication with our families and community is important. The Remind communication platform allows educators, students, and families to connect quickly, efficiently, and effectively. Whether you use email, text, or the smartphone app, you can connect from any device.
For more information on the Remind platform, click HERE for a tutorial and the school code so you can sign up today.
Need assistance? Do not hesitate to reach out to Ms. Alexa Chavez at achavez@smhs.me

2025-2026 School Supplies

As we approach the upcoming school year this means that the tax free weekend (August 2-4) will be approaching soon. We want to provide families with a general list of supplies that teachers have requested for the school year. Click HERE for the recent list.

For more information on the 2025 Sales Tax Holidays and what purchases are eligible, click HERE.

Vaccinations for 2025-2026

Students who are not up to date with their state-required school immunizations, or who do not have an official Certificate of Exemption from the NM Dept. of Health on file with the school, will not receive schedules in August. Mr. Armijo sent out a reminder at the beginning of July to returning students (and parents/guardians) who are not in compliance with their immunizations.

Dear parents,

School pictures are ready!

To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or checkout as a guest using the Picture Day ID: EVTBWJKRB

All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card.

More about the Smilesafe program here.

Summer Reading Lists

The summer reading lists for 7-12th grades are now available on our school website and in the grade level Google Classrooms. The English Department included directions on what the students should complete over the summer. It is highly recommended that students get started on their summer reading early. The English Department will begin in-class activities and discussions based on the novel beginning September 2nd.
Click HERE to access our website to view the reading list.

Naviance and Common App

Class of 2026, your Naviance accounts are available as you begin to plan your college trajectory, some colleges of interest may have early action/decision dates. Naviance provides a comprehensive platform for students, parents/guardians, and the Academic Office to collaborate and support student success. With the student at the center, Naviance provides effective tools that prepare our SMHS high school students for their futures and provides the Academic Office with actionable insights.

The Common Application is an undergraduate college admission application that applicants may use to apply to over 1,000 member colleges and universities. Students can complete one application for multiple schools using the Common App platform. The video provides information on creating a Common App account and linking it to Naviance. Go to www.commonapp.org for more details. If you have questions or need assistance, contact Ms. Miquela Martinez, College and Career Counselor at mmartinez@smhs.me.

School Polo Shirts

New SMHS Polo Shirts Are In!
We’re excited to announce that our new SMHS polo shirts are now available in the Spirit Shop!

Gildan Polos – $30 (Sizes S–XL)
Mercer+Mettle Polos – $40 (Sizes XS–2XL)

Spirit Shop Hours (2025–2026 School Year):
Open Monday–Thursday from 3:00–4:00 PM
Available by appointment only during school hours

If you have any questions or would like to schedule a visit, please contact Lyssa Saiz via email lsaiz@smhs.me

2025-2026 Athletics

Fall Athletic Requirements

The Fall sports season is here. Before any student-athlete can participate in tryouts or practices all four requirements will need to be met.

1) Current Physical (dated after April 1st, 2025)
2) Authorization to Consent
3) Concussion Course on nfhslearn
4) Copy of Insurance Card.

All information should be done and uploaded onto the RankOne website BEFORE participation. Click HERE to access the instructions to upload your students' information.

High School Football: 2-a-days (Mandatory) for SMHS will take place Monday, August 4th through Friday, August 8th from 8am to 10:45am and 2pm to 4:30pm. Please bring lunch everyday. The season officially starts and Official Practices will begin Monday, August 4th.

Junior High School Football: Football for St. Michael’s junior high (7th & 8th grade) will begin August 11th from 4pm-6pm. Please meet at the SMHS football field. We will need physicals, waivers, insurance cards and concussion course certificates turned in before the first day of practice. (August 11th). If you have any questions, please contact coach Dale Lucero, Cell 505-501-1468, or Don Gorman, Cell 505-670-0929. The season officially starts and Official Practices will begin Monday, August 11th.

Girls Soccer: The team will continue off-season workouts the week of August 4th-8th from 4:30pm-6:30pm. Official Practice will begin Monday, August 11th and will take place Monday through Friday every week from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. Practice will take place on the baseball field Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and the softball field on Tuesday and Thursday. Please contact Head Coach Alfonso Camarena for more information at soccer_girls@smhs.me. The season officially starts and Official Practices will begin Monday, August 11th.

Boys Soccer: The team will continue off-season workouts the weeks of July 28th and August 4th on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 6:00-7:30. The Annual Soccer Alumni Game is Saturday, August 2nd, with the boys scheduled to play alumni at 9:30am. The season officially starts Monday, August 11th and daily practices will take place Monday through Friday from 4:00-6:00pm. Boys soccer will practice at the Baseball Field on Monday-Wednesday-Friday and at the Softball Field on Tuesday and Thursday starting August 11th. Contact Coach Feldewert for any questions at 505-570-1360 or at soccer_boys@smhs.me. The season officially starts and Official Practices will begin Monday, August 11th.

Volleyball: Official Practice will begin Monday, August 11th. Tryouts will begin Monday, August 11th and go through Wednesday, August 13th from 6:00 PM—8:00 PM. We will announce teams on Thursday, August 14th. We meet with each student athlete individually regarding the decision. If interested, please email Coach Sandoval at volleyball@smhs.me. The season officially starts and Official Practices will begin Monday, August 11th.

Cross Country: High school and Junior High: Continued off-season this week. Off season practices have started for high school and junior high. Please contact Coach Lenny (gamguru@gmail.com) and Coach Nick (nsgrieco@gmail.com) for practice locations and times. The season officially starts and Official Practices will begin Monday, August 11th.

Boys Golf: The season officially starts on Monday, September 1st, 2025 and practice will start on Monday, September 8th, 2025. A Fall Season meeting will be held at St. Michael's High School the week before. Typical practice schedule is Tuesday - Friday at the Santa Fe Country Club at 4:15 until sundown. If interested, please email Athletic Director Dakota Montoya at golf_boys@smhs.me for the Boys Golf Team information.

Girls Golf: The season officially starts on September 1st, 2025 and practices will start on Monday, September 8th, 2025. A Fall Season meeting will be held at St. Michael's High School the week before. Typical practice schedule is Tuesday - Friday at the Santa Fe Country Club at 4:15 until sundown. If interested, please email Coach Martinez at golf@smhs.me for the Girls Golf Team information.

On August 2nd, the boys and girls soccer teams played Alumni in a scrimmage at the Stadium Field. About 20 alumni from the boys soccer teams participated, with participants dating back to the Class of 2005. The picture above was taken following the boys scrimmage.

SMHS Parents Association

Parents Association General Meeting

Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Time/Location: 6:00pm in the Library

As we prepare for the 2025/2026 academic year, the Parents’ Association looks forward to another successful school year. We invite you to attend our general meeting on Tuesday, August 19th, 2025, at 6:00 P.M. Your participation would be greatly appreciated. Join us for important information and question and answer session.

SMHS Alumni Association

Welcome Back, Horsemen!

The St. Michael’s/Loretto Academy Alumni Association proudly welcomes all returning students to the 2025–26 school year and extends a warm greeting to all new members of the St. Michael’s family!

As Guardians of Tradition, the Alumni Association is dedicated to supporting our students, staff, and the entire school community.

You’ll often find our alumni volunteering at athletic events, school functions, and community fundraisers. We also help organize class reunions, provide scholarships, support campus improvements, and promote the legacy and values of St. Michael’s High School.

Be sure to visit the Alumni page for our upcoming meeting schedule and opportunities to get involved.

32nd Annual Horsemen Open

Santa Fe Country Club

Friday, October 10, 2025

Sponsorship Form

GIVE TODAY!

HELP US REACH OUR GOAL FOR THE 25- 26 SCHOOL YEAR!

To keep our programs strong and our doors open to all deserving students, your generous donation will support the following priorities for the 2025–2026 school year:

20% – Tuition Assistance
Tuition assistance ensures that no qualified student is turned away for financial reasons. For the 2025-2026 school year our average award per student applicant was $4,473 meeting 74% of all student needs.

25% – Capital Improvements
This year’s facility focus is completing necessary repairs to the remaining sections of our school roof. These improvements are essential for providing a safe and effective learning environment.

35% – Teacher and Staff Retention / Classroom Support
Investing in our teachers is an investment in our students. By funding salaries, classroom materials, and professional development, we can continue attracting and retaining high-quality educators committed to our Lasallian mission.

20% – Long-Term Reserve Fund
St. Michael’s High School has an investment portfolio. It is important that the School continue to build this portfolio to secure the long-term health of the School. Money from this portfolio can only be accessed with Board of Trustee approval and is not part of the annual budget. The larger the portfolio, the more protected St. Michael’s will be in case of emergencies or unforeseen circumstances.