SMHS Summer Newsletter
August 2024
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Important Information 24-25 School Year
Important Information 24-25 School Year
Please click HERE for the welcome letter from our principal, Mr. Martin Sandoval.
All About REMIND
All About 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
2024-2025 School Supplies
2024-2025 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
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.
Summer Reading Lists
Summer Reading Lists
Just a reminder that the summer reading lists for 7-12th grades are available on our school website and in the grade level Google Classrooms. If students have not started, it is highly recommended that they begin as soon as possible, ensuring that their assignments are prepared for the first weeks of school.
The English Department has included detailed information on the direction of their assignments for summer reading.
Click HERE to access our website to view the reading list.
Programs of Study
Programs of Study
Is your student interested in a Program of Study? We have three programs of study outlined in the 2024-2025 Course Catalog. Our three programs of study include:
STEM-Medical
Foreign Languages and Biliteracy
Visual and Performing Arts
Students interested in completing a Program of Study must schedule an appointment with the Academic Office to complete their high school course plan for filing.
If your student started the Medical Magnet Program as a freshman (2021-22), they must file a program of study form with the Academic Office.
For more information, contact Mr. Gallegos at agallegos@smhs.me.
Naviance and Common App
Naviance and Common App
Class of 2025, 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 Mr. Alex Gallegos, College and Career Counselor at agallegos@smhs.me.
School Polo Shirts
School Polo Shirts
The SMHS Spirit Shop is the provider of the required school polo shirts and spirit wear for the upcoming school year.
The Spirit Shop will be open Monday & Tuesday, August 12th, and 13th from 10am-230pm.
2025-2026 Athletics
2025-2026 Athletics
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, 2024)
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 5th through Friday, August 9th from 8am to 10:45am and 2pm to 4:30pm. Please bring lunch everyday. The season officially starts on August 5th.
Junior High School Football: Football for St. Michael’s junior high (7th & 8th grade) will begin August 12th 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 practice with pads (around August 21st). If you have any questions, please contact coach Dale Lucero, Cell 505-501-1468, Chris Meyer, Cell 505-920-0896 or Don Gorman, Cell 505-670-0929. The season officially starts on August 12th.
Girls Soccer: The team will continue off-season workouts the week of August 5th-9th from 4:30pm-6:30pm. Official Practice will begin Monday, August 12th 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 on August 12th.
Boys Soccer: Official Practice will begin Monday, August 12th and will take place Monday through Friday every week. Boys soccer will practice at the Baseball Field on Monday-Wednesday-Friday and at the Softball Field on Tuesday-Thursday from 5:00-6:30 every evening starting August 12th. Contact Coach Feldewert for any questions at soccer_boys@smhs.me. The season officially starts on August 12th.Volleyball: Official Practice will begin Monday, August 12th. Tryouts will begin Monday, August 12th and go through Wednesday, August 14th from 6:00 PM—8:00 PM. We will announce teams on Thursday, August 15th. We meet with each student athlete individually regarding the decision. If interested, please email Coach Sandoval at volleyball@smhs.me. The season officially starts on August 12th.
Cross Country: High school and Junior High: Continued off-season this week. August schedule below.
8/6/24 - 6pm@MRC Park, 8/8/24 - 6:45pm@RailTrail, Rabbit Road Trailhead, 8/10/24 - 9am@MRC Park (near middle of soccer fields, by portable)
Official Practice will begin Monday, August 12th.
8/12/24 -6pm@Fort Marcy (meet near baseball field)
8/13/24 - 6pm@RailTrail, Rabbit Road Trailhead
8/14/24 - 6pm@RailTrail, Rabbit Road Trailhead
8/15/24 - 4pm@St. Michael's
8/16/24 - 4pm@St. Michael's
8/17/24 - 9am@Fort Marcy (meet near baseball field)
Boys Golf: Official Practice can begin Monday, September 2nd for the Fall Golf Season. Boys Golf Practice will begin on September 3rd at the Santa Fe Country Golf Course. A Fall Season meeting will be held at St. Michael's High School the week before. If interested, please email Coach Torres at golf_boys@smhs.me for the Boys Golf Team information. The season officially starts on September 2nd.
Girls Golf: Official Practice can begin Monday, September 2nd for the Fall Golf Season. Typical practice schedule is Tuesday - Friday at the Santa Fe Country Club at 4:15 until sundown. A Fall Season meeting will be held at St. Michael's High School the week before. If interested, please email Coach Martinez at golf@smhs.me for the Girls Golf Team information. The season officially starts on September 2nd
2025-2026 Campus Map
2025-2026 Campus Map
SMHS Parents Association
SMHS Parents Association
Parents Association General Meeting
Tuesday, August 20th
Time/Location: 5:30pm in the Library
There will be a Twice is Nice School Uniform Clothing sale on Saturday, August 17th from 9:00am - 11:30pm. There is still time to bring in gently used SM school uniform appropriate clothing.
We are accepting gently used and clean polo's, spirit tee shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, sweaters and jackets. We are not accepting pants, button down mass shirts or pencil style skirts.
The Parents Association will begin selling Twice is Nice clothing in the Spirit Shop beginning August 19th!
SMHS Alumni Association
SMHS Alumni Association
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.
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