IRISH WEEKLY
May 15, 2026
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IMPORTANT SCHOOL SCHEDULE UPDATE
Due to the late February snow day, we are required to add an additional instructional day to our school calendar. Because the snow day was called at the last minute, students did not have the necessary materials at home to participate in a virtual learning day. As a result, a full make-up day is needed.
Please take note of the following updated schedule:
Monday, May 18 – Regular School Day (make-up instructional day)
Tuesday, May 19 – Friday, May 22 – Final Exams
GRADUATION AND BACCALAUREATE REMINDERS
An email went to all seniors and parents this morning. Please review this email
FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE
Please click here for the final exam schedule. Reminders:
Students will be permitted to arrive for their first exam of the day and leave after their last exam.
Double blocks will report to one or both blocks, as determined by the teachers.
Make-up exams will be offered each day during the designated block with prior approval of the teacher.
Students MUST be in uniform.
No hall passes - Students need to remain in the classroom in their seats and quiet during the entire exam block to minimize disruption to other students taking exams in surrounding classrooms.
HONORS SUMMER GEOMETRY
We will offering a Honors Summer Geometry course. Please see this document for more details. Complete this registration form and turn into the Front Office.
EL SALVADOR DONATIONS NEEDED
This summer, St. Vincent-St. Mary is once again sending 12 students to serve in El Salvador through a mission partnership with Love & Hope Children’s Home and the surrounding community. During their trip, students will assist at the children’s home, a local daycare, and a home for teen mothers while sharing the Marianist spirit of service, compassion, and faith in action.
The mission team is currently collecting donations to take with them and is asking for the support of the STVM community. Needed items can be found on this donation list.
All donations may be dropped off directly to Mr. Larlham in Room 257 through exam week.
Thank you for helping support our students and the communities they will serve.
SENIOR EMAILS WILL BE DEACTIVATED ON 8/31/26
Please note: Student email accounts for the Class of 2026 will be deactivated on August 31, 2026. Graduates should make sure to migrate any important information to a personal email address over the summer before Aug. 31 deadline.
USED UNIFORM SALE: jUNE 11
USED UNIFORM SALE: jUNE 11
SAVE THE DATE: Parents’ Club is hosting a Used Uniform Sale on Thursday, June 11, from 4:00-6:00 p.m. in the STVM Student Center. Items range in price from $1-$10. Cash, check or Venmo (@stvm-parentsclub) will be accepted for payment. Don’t miss out on your chance to save money! The Bookstore will also be open during this time and will be holding a year-end sale.
DONATE NOW: Do you have items your student has outgrown? Do you want to declutter your student’s closet? Gently used uniforms/spirit wear/sports items may be dropped off at the STVM office during school hours. Questions? Email parentsclub@stvm.com.
VOLUNTEER: We need volunteers to assist with the sale. Setup will begin at 2:30 p.m. on June 11. Note: students may earn service hours by helping with the Used Uniform Sale. Please contact Tracy Fox at 330-256-3385 or tlfox99@yahoo.com.
2026 SUMMER CAMPS
The 2026 summer camp schedule and flyer is available and registration is open!
Click here to see the flyer.
Click here to register.
SAVE THE DATE: AUG 17 & 18
COLLEGE KICKSTART WORKSHOPS
Attention Juniors: STVM is hosting College Kickstart Workshops Aug. 17-18 for students in the Class of 2027.
Throughout the workshops, students will:
Create and begin building their Common Application account
Receive step-by-step guidance on completing application sections
Work on college essays, personal statements, and supplemental responses
Strengthen their activities and involvement section
Review application timelines, deadlines, and next steps
Receive individualized support from counselors and college professionals
Since all juniors will complete a college essay as part of their summer assignments, this is a great opportunity to receive feedback from professionals and fine-tune essays before school starts.
Workshops will be offered in both morning and afternoon sessions across the two days for your convenience. Details will be emailed to students and posted in Irish Weekly. For a list of other important dates in the college planning process, please click here to review the College and Career Planning & Timeline, Class of 2027 presentation, which was shared with families of juniors in February. Please note, there will not be workshops held on the 8/19 as previously communicated.
SENIOR PARKING SPOT PAINTING: CLASS OF 2027
ATTENTION CLASS OF 2027! Make your first SENIOR MEMORY by painting your parking spot for the 2026-27 school year! The STVM Parents' Club is once again coordinating this fun activity. Cost will be $100 and includes your parking pass for 2026-27. Designs MUST be submitted and approved, and you MUST come to paint your spot on the scheduled days ONLY. There will be approximately 10 days scheduled in July and August with varying times and days of the week. Stay tuned! An email with more information, dates, and sign up links will be sent to the Class of 2027 and their parents soon.
ADMISSIONS NEWS
Do you know a family or prospective student interested in STVM? Please share information with them to sign up for our newsletters to stay on top of the latest admissions activities and events!
Here is the form to join the admissions newsletter mailing list for current 7th graders. Please note: registering for this list will automatically get students on the 8th grade list when they finish this school year.
THE LEPRECHAUN NETWORK
INPUT NEEDED: The STVM Broadcasting Team is asking for community involvement with the student-run site, The Leprechaun Network. Check out the poll, quiz, and leave a note as the students work to share the stories of STVM from their perspectives.
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2026-2027 SCHOOL CALENDAR
At St. Vincent–St. Mary High School, our mission and Marianist charism call us to be thoughtful stewards of both our Catholic identity and our academic program. With that in mind, we will be adjusting our spring break starting with the 2026-2027 School Calendar to consistently align with the end of the third quarter, placing it within the first two weeks of March. We will continue to honor Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Monday as days off, ensuring our community can fully observe the holiest days of our faith.
This adjustment supports several important academic priorities:
Stronger academic rhythm: Aligning spring break with the end of the third quarter creates a natural pause, improving instructional continuity and helping students and faculty return focused for the final quarter.
More stable event planning: A consistent break supports smoother scheduling for Kairos, theater performances, and other major spring programs, reducing overlap and stress.
Protected academic preparation: An early March break minimizes disruption to AP courses, Capstone timelines, and presentations, avoiding end-of-year calendar compression.
Better support for student-athletes: A standardized break reduces missed class time during spring sports travel.
This decision reflects long-term planning that prioritizes student formation, academic excellence, and faith. Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting our students.
Please see the full calendar link below. Highlights include:
May 15: Baccalaureate Mass
May 16: Graduation
May 19-22: Final Exams
June 11: Used Uniform Sale
ATTENDANCE REMINDERS
Parents: If your student is (1) not going to be in school, (2) going to be late to school, or (3) leaving early from school, it is critical that you notify the school by calling the attendance line as soon as possible at 330-253-9116.
Students MUST SIGN OUT of the Attendance Office if they leave school early.
It is important that you call us first thing in the morning if you are planning to pick up your student during the day so that we can ensure they will be excused from class and ready to be picked up when you arrive. You may leave a message on the attendance line with this information. As a reminder, please refer to the Student/Parent Handbook for Absence Policy and required documentation.
ABSENCE REMINDERS
Please be mindful of the school policy regarding vacations and travel.
ABSENCES FOR OTHER REASONS
Absence for other reasons (vacations, family events, or participation in non-school sanctioned events) is discouraged by the school. However, in cases where the parent determines the necessity of this type of absence, the parent must notify the attendance secretary and the student must notify their classroom teachers a minimum of two weeks prior to the absence. A telephone call is required to the attendance secretary the first day of the absence at 330-253-9113 prior to 9 a.m. in order to verify that you are going forward with your travel plans.
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