IRISH WEEKLY

The STVM Parents' Club is excited to host our 4th Annual Football Tailgate on Friday, Sept. 11 from 5:30-7 pm in the Pier Pavilion (by the new scoreboard). This is a fun and spirited event you don't want to miss! 

Plan to join us prior to kickoff of the Fighting Irish's football game against Firestone. You do not need to be a member of Parents' Club to attend. All Irish fans are welcome: parents, students, alumni, fans and friends!

YOU CAN STILL BUY TICKETS!

Tailgate tickets are only $5 per person or $10 per family. Online sales have closed, but you may still pay with Venmo (@stvm-parentsclub), or you may pay cash at the pavilion.

If using Venmo, please note that the payment is for Tailgate Tickets and include how many guests if buying the family option.

Note: tickets for the football game must be purchased separately.

We hope to see you there, GO IRISH!

MUM SALE: ORDERS DUE MONDAY, SEPT. 14

STVM Parents' Club is excited to announce that orders are now being accepted for our Fall Mum Sale! We have switched to a new supplier this year, and we are happy to offer families 8-inch mum plants for just $12 from a local grower who is well-known for their quality plants! It’s a win-win:  you get beautiful fall plants, and STVM’s Parents’ Club will use the proceeds to support our students, teachers, staff, and families. 

Orders Due: Monday, Sept. 14

Mum Pickup: Saturday, Sept. 19, 10am - 12pm

Click here to place your order. You may order for family & friends or share the link for them to order on their own. 

Email questions to parentsclub@stvm.com. Thank you!

2025-26 Yearbooks

The 2025-26 Yearbooks are in and are being distributed to current students who placed an order. Books for 2026 graduates can be picked up by a sibling, current student, or parent in the front office (doors by the flagpole). Extra copies are available for $65 cash or check made out to STVM Yearbook. Email Beth Dolan bdolan@stvm.com with questions. 

AP EXAM REGISTRATION & PAYMENT INFO

Registration is now open for the 2026–2027 AP exams. Each exam costs $99.

ORDERING AN EXAM:

To order an exam, students must submit the AP Exam Order Form and pay a non-refundable $40 deposit for each exam by 3 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2026. The remaining balance for all exams must be paid by April 1, 2027. Payments may be made online (scroll down to AP Test Registration) or in the Spirit Shop. Credit card fees apply.

Students paying in person must return the completed order form to the Spirit Shop with payment to finalize their order. Questions regarding AP testing should be directed to Mrs. McElhaney in Room 342.

Click here to download the form. 

Once students have registered, they should confirm that their exam designation is marked accurately in each AP Classroom. Otherwise change fees may apply.

CHANGES TO REGISTRATION:

The College Board charges a $40 fee for exam order changes made after the applicable final ordering deadline. This fee also applies to students who are eligible for exam fee waivers.

• November 13, 2026: Deadline for full-year and first-semester course exams

• March 12, 2027: Deadline for second-semester course exams

SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR FALL YOUTH NIGHTS: K-8 STUDENTS GET FREE ADMISSION

Mark your calendars and bring your family and friends to our Fall 2026 Youth Nights! Admission is free for all students in grades K-8, plus there will be free food, drinks and treats, games, activities, giveaways and more!

• Marching Band |Friday Sept. 18, 2026 at 7 p.m. | VanDevere Automotive Family Stadium

• Girls Volleyball | Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 5:30 p.m. | LeBron James Arena

• Boys Soccer | Tuesday, Sept. 29 at  7 p.m. | VanDevere Automotive Family Stadium

SUPPORT THE FIGHTING IRISH MARCHING BAND SHOW

Come out and support our Fighting Irish Marching Band at our annual band show on Saturday, September 19, 2026, 7 p.m. at VanDevere Automotive Family Stadium. The show will feature performances from eight local high school marching bands in addition to ours!

NEW - ONLINE ATTENDANCE REPORTING TOOL

STVM families can now report a student’s full-day absence, late arrival, or early dismissal online through their MyIrish account.

This new feature provides a simple, convenient way to submit attendance information and helps strengthen communication between families and the school.

Going forward, online reporting is available and is the preferred method for reporting an absence, early dismissal or late arrival. 

As of now, families may continue to report an absence, late arrival, or early dismissal by phone.

STATE SCHOLARSHIP FAMLIES: IMPORTANT REMINDER

Families receiving state scholarships such as  

• EdChoice

• JPSN

• Autism Scholarship

Please watch your mail for award letters and acceptance forms.

Please return the signed acceptance form to the front office as soon as possible — scholarships cannot be funded without a completed acceptance form.

Also, watch your email for any additional paperwork requests and return anything requested promptly to avoid delays in funding.

LOST & FOUND

Lost something? We might have it! Check this week’s Lost & Found photo—items shown are “on the clock” and will be cleared out if not claimed by next week.  All Lost & Found items are in the Front Office. 

JOIN PARENTS' CLUB TODAY!

The STVM Parents’ Club provides major support for our students, teachers, and families!

Whole School Tailgates ☘ Senior Surprises ☘ Teacher Appreciation Lunches ☘ Guest Speakers ☘ Spirit Signs ☘ Grants for Teachers/Clubs ☘ Mother’s Night Out ☘ Used Uniform Sales ☘ Senior Parking Spot Painting, and more!

Membership Dues: $25 for 1 year, $90 for 4 years. All you need to do to join Parents’ Club is fill out a short form online and pay dues. There is no time commitment for membership, just a willingness to pitch in and support our school!

To join, visit: stvm.com/parents-club.  

Note: Parents’ Club holds monthly meetings on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. All are welcome to attend!  Follow Parents’ Club on Instagram or Facebook  for event reminders and links to volunteer signups!

ADMISSIONS NEWS

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