Monday Morning Memo

Do you like shopping on Amazon? Then we have made donating to our Silent Auction easy and quick to do from the comfort of your home (or office!). While we love to get any donations for our class baskets, we understand that families don't always have the time to go shopping. Our amazing auction chair, Dr. Greer, has created an Amazon Wishlist for each class. All you need to do is click on the link, purchase the item(s) of your choice, and it will be shipped directly to her. It's that easy!

We appreciate all the donations we have received thus far. Let's make this gala the best one yet!

We are looking for parents to sort hot lunches by grade level and assist with distributing them this Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10:15-1:15. Three service hours are available each day. Please email Mrs. Lewis alewis@stmaryum.org if you are interested. You must be Virtus certified for this opportunity.

The HSA will be hosting a dress down day for the Valentine's Day parties on February 13th. The cost will be $5 and the proceeds will go to the HSA.

Boys 10U (Edwards): They played a great game against Holy Redeemer, we started off aggressive with Lyndon Wagstaffe scoring the first 4 pts of the game. They continued the defensive mentality by forcing Holy Redeemer to commit several turnovers and steals led by Kelan Edwards Jr. with 5 steals for the game. Offensively, St. Mary's was led by Kahmel Jones who scored a game high 20 pts, followed by Lyndon Wagstaffe with 12 pts. It took a complete team effort to seal the victory and they were able to be successful. Great game boys!!! Let's keep it up! Current record: 2-1.

12U Boys (Edwards): This was a very important game for the 12U boys; they really wanted to keep their undefeated season going. Once again St. Mary's started off fast with Bryan Atemnkeng scoring immediately after the tip off! The entire game the team was focused and determined to show their parents, friends and staff all the hard work they have been putting in. Offensively St. Mary's was led by Bryan Atemnkeng with 18 pts, followed by Brice Atemnkeng with 14 pts, but the motto of this team is Defense! Defense! Defense! The team forced nearly 15 turnovers, over 10 steals and neatly 5 blocks......and more impressively NOT 1 but 2 (10 second violations) when they applied their full court press. This team was motivated, and I could not ask for more from them. Great win against Holy Redeemer and congratulations on keeping the season going in a positive direction. Great WIN!!!!! Current record: 3-0.

Coach LeGrand’s 10U Boys improved to 2-0 on the season after defeating St. Andrew the Apostle 29-3. Brady Atemnkeng led all scorers with 14 points, CJ LeGrand chipped in with 9 points and 4 assists. Ethan Taniform, Will Greer, and Landon Reed each added 2 points. So far this season Coach LeGrand’s 10U has out scored their opponents 66-7. The boys look to continue their hot streak at home next Saturday at 11 a.m. versus St Mary of the Mills.

Both of Coach Douglas's girls teams won this weekend! Go girls!

Boys 12U asks the school to come out Wednesday Jan 24th @ 6 p.m. when we play Our Lady of Mercy at home in our gym. We look to keep our undefeated season going, and I know we will with the support of the student body and staff! Music, concessions and school spirit will be there! Please come out!

We will be joining with schools across the nation to celebrate Catholic Schools Week from January 28th to February 3rd. We welcome our families to the following events:

Sunday January 28th: Opening of Catholic Schools Week

• Open House: We will have a special Mass at 9:30 a.m. at the church to open Catholic Schools Week. We encourage our families to attend Mass and students to wear their uniform. Following Mass, we will have an open house at the school from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for prospective and current families. The Knights of Columbus will be serving a delicious breakfast. Participants do NOT need to be Virtus certified to attend.

Monday January 29th: Celebrate Vocations Day

Tuesday January 30th: Celebrate Families Day

• Family Open House: From 9 to 11 a.m., we invite all Virtus certified family members to visit the classrooms and observe the students in class. Participants MUST BE Virtus certified to visit the classrooms.

• Family Pizza Day: On Tuesday January 30th, we invite families and friends to join us for a pizza lunch. We will split the lunches up by last name so that parents can eat with the whole family at once.

  Participants do NOT need to be Virtus certified to attend the pizza lunch.

  
  

Lunch Times by Last Name
A-E: 10:45-11:15
F-K: 11:20-11:50
L-P: 11:55-12:25
Q-Z: 12:30-1:00

Wednesday January 31st: Celebrate Students Day

Thursday February 1st: Celebrate Teachers and Staff Day

Friday February 2nd: Celebrate Volunteers and the Community Day

• Volunteer Appreciation Coffee: All family members are welcome to join us for coffee and pastries in the FLC from 7:45 a.m. to 9 a.m. You can grab some to go or hang out until Mass and the Honor Roll ceremony. Participants do not need to be Virtus certified to attend this event.

CYO is looking for volunteers to work concessions for games. Earn your service hours!

Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0A4AACA72BA7F85-47015447-2024#/

Come our and cheer on our St. Mary of the Assumption Saints! The basketball schedule is included below.

All returning families were sent instructions for re-enrollment this afternoon. Please complete your registration for the 2024-2025 school year by January 31, 2024. If you have any questions, please reach out to the front office.

Get ready to roll the dice and dance the night away at the most exciting event of the year! Our Annual Gala and Silent Auction is less than two months away, and laissez les bon temps rouler, because this year we are celebrating Mardi Gras!

Mark your calendars for Saturday February 10th at 5 p.m. The Brother Bill Quintet will set the stage with live music during happy hour and dinner, followed by a DJ playing music that will make everyone want to get up and dance!

Feeling lucky? Try your hand at poker, black jack, roulette, and other games provided by Dealer's Choice Casino.

Don't miss the chance to snag incredible items at our silent auction—all proceeds will directly benefit our students by providing the funds to renovate and update our science lab.

Your ticket includes a delicious New Orleans-style dinner by Main and Market, $1,000 in casino chips, and access to an open bar with beer and wine all night and cocktails during the first hour.

This Mardi Gras celebration is more than just a party—it's an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our students. Gather your friends, colleagues, and loved ones for a night of excitement while raising funds for our new science lab!

Do you or your company want to receive the VIP treatment at the event and become an official sponsor? Sponsorships start at just $50! Email stmarygala@stmaryum.org.

Let the good times roll at Mardi Gras – Casino Night & Silent Auction!

Buy your tickets now! stmaryum.org/gala

January 26th: Report Cards Uploaded

January 28th: Mass for Schools, Open House

January 30th: Family Open House; Family Pizza Day

February 2nd: Volunteer Appreciation Coffee, Half Day, Honor Roll Ceremony

Email: office@stmaryum.org
Website: stmaryum.org
Location: 4610 Largo Road, Upper Marlboro, MD, USA
Phone: 301 627 4170