Friday, May 16, 2025

All Students - Library Books
Just a reminder that all library books need to be turned in by today, Friday, May 16th.  Last Friday we emailed notices to all families to indicate any books that students still have checked out.  We will continue to send out notices every Friday until May 30th.  To avoid any fines, please remind your child to return any books that they have as soon as possible. Thank you!

Health Office - End of Year Medication
The end of the school year is approaching! If your child has medication stored in the Health Office (including prescription/non-prescription medication, Epi-Pen, diabetic supplies, etc.), an email with a medication form will be sent today, Friday, May 16. Please check your spam folder to ensure you receive it.
In order for the nurse to send your child’s medications home on the last day of school, the form must be completed by Tuesday, May 27. If the form is not completed by this date, a parent or guardian will be expected to pick up the medication by 130 pm on the last day of school, May 30th. After that time, all remaining medications and supplies will be destroyed.  Please note that controlled medications (such as Ritalin, methylphenidate, Valtoco, Adderall, etc.) WILL NOT be sent home with students and must be picked up by a parent or guardian by 130 pm on May 30th.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. Thank you kindly,

Nurse Jessie
320-257-0822

Lost and Found:  
Please remind your student to check the Lost and Found table/hanging rack before the end of the school year for items.  We will be bagging up the items on June 2 to be sent to Goodwill.

Friday, May 9, 2025

Grade 8:  GRADE Night
All 8th Graders are invited to attend an activity night for GRADE (Gang Resistance And Drug Education). Friday, May 16th, 3:30-5:30. There will be a glow party with dancing, free popcorn,a dodgeball tournament, Bingo with prizes, open gym and more! The fee is $5 or $4 with a nonperishable food donation. There will be concessions available. There will be no school related sports or activities this afternoon, so we hope to see everyone there!   

Reminder:  Targeted Services
The last day of Targeted Services is Wednesday, May 14.

Lost and Found:  
Please remind your student to check the Lost and Found table/hanging rack before the end of the school year for items.  We will be bagging up the items on June 2 to be sent to Goodwill.

Health Office - End of Year Medication
The end of the school year is approaching! If your child has medication stored in the Health Office (including prescription/non-prescription medication, Epi-Pen, diabetic supplies, etc.), an email with a medication form will be sent out on Friday, May 16th. Please check your spam folder to ensure you receive it.
In order for the nurse to send your child’s medications home on the last day of school, the form must be completed by Tuesday, May 27^th. If the form is not completed by this date, a parent or guardian will be expected to pick up the medication by 130 pm on the last day of school, May 30th. After that time, all remaining medications and supplies will be destroyed.  Please note that controlled medications (such as Ritalin, methylphenidate, Valtoco, Adderall, etc.) WILL NOT be sent home with students and must be picked up by a parent or guardian by 130 pm on May 30th.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. Thank you kindly,

Nurse Jessie
320-257-0822

Friday, May 2, 2025

National Bike and Roll To School Day: 
Join thousands of students across the country on Wednesday, May 7 by biking or rolling to school in celebration of National Bike & Roll to School Day! This event promotes healthy habits, encourages active
transportation, and kicks off Bike Month in a fun and energetic way. Click on this  link for more information.

What to Expect:
❖ Sartell Police Officers will be out along common routes cheering on students—be
sure to wave hello!
❖ Bike Rodeo: After school fun continues with a Bike Rodeo from 4–6 p.m. at Lions
Park. Stop by for safety tips, skill-building, and giveaways!
Safety First:
❖ Helmets are required.
❖ Avoid loose clothing that could get caught in bike spokes.
❖ MN Bicycling Handbook
Let’s roll into Bike Month with joy, movement, and a little bit of flair—see you at the bike
rack!

Colorguard/Honorguard (repeat)
The SMS Marching Band is starting!!!  Any current 6th and 7th grade students NOT in band who are interested in Colorguard/Honorguard, please pick up a form from Mr. Martinson in the band room.

Thursday, April 17, 2025

No School:  Friday, April 18 no school for all students

Colorguard/Honorguard (repeat)
The SMS Marching Band is starting!!!  Any current 6th and 7th grade students NOT in band who are interested in Colorguard/Honorguard, please pick up a form from Mr. Martinson in the band room.

Report Cards: Quarter 3 (repeat)
Report cards for quarter 3 are ready for viewing in Skyward Family Access.  Please log in to your Skyward Family Access account.  Click on the Portfolio tab on the left side menu and the report card can be found there.

Girls Soccer (repeat)
Any current 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playing high school soccer, please join us for an information meeting on Wednesday, April 30 at 8:00 in the PAC.  

CACR Advisory Committee (formerly World's Best Workforce) (repeat)
In 2013, the Minnesota Legislature adopted what is referred to as the World's Best Workforce (WBWF) legislation, requiring districts to establish an advisory committee related to the annual WBWF Strategic Plan (MN Statute: 120B.11). The Legislature changed the name of the committee to CACR during the 2023-2024 legislative session. Sartell-St. Stephen ISD 748 strives for a healthy and respectful committee that is balanced to best represent each of our five school buildings. As of April 8, 2025, the committee has vacancies for the 2-year term of the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school year. The committee meets 3-4 times each school year from 7:30-8:30a. We will reach out to those who have completed this interest form to inform them if they have been selected to fill the vacancies. Completed forms will be kept on file until June 30 of each school year. 

Grades 6-8 - Cross Country (repeat)
Anyone currently in cross country or interested in joining cross country this fall, please come to an informational meeting on Wednesday, April 23 from 8:00-8:30 in Mrs. Buchholz's room, C144.

Friday, April 11, 2025

Yearbooks: Click on this  link to view the digital flyer for ordering a yearbook for your student.  Friday, April 11 is the last day to order yearbooks. 

Colorguard/Honorguard
The SMS Marching Band is starting!!!  Any current 6th and 7th grade students NOT in band who are interested in Colorguard/Honorguard, please pick up a form from Mr. Martinson in the band room.

Report Cards: Quarter 3
Report cards for quarter 3 are ready for viewing in Skyward Family Access.  Please log in to your Skyward Family Access account.  Click on the Portfolio tab on the left side menu and the report card can be found there.

Girls Soccer 
Any current 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playing high school soccer, please join us for an information meeting on Wednesday, April 30 at 8:00 in the PAC.  

Sartell Music Association
Sartell Music Association is having a fundraiser with the St. Joe Meat Market through 4/13. SMA will receive $10 for every package sold and will be great for getting ready for the grilling season!  We really appreciate your support! Order HERE! 

CACR Advisory Committee (formerly World's Best Workforce)
In 2013, the Minnesota Legislature adopted what is referred to as the World's Best Workforce (WBWF) legislation, requiring districts to establish an advisory committee related to the annual WBWF Strategic Plan (MN Statute: 120B.11). The Legislature changed the name of the committee to CACR during the 2023-2024 legislative session. Sartell-St. Stephen ISD 748 strives for a healthy and respectful committee that is balanced to best represent each of our five school buildings. As of April 8, 2025, the committee has vacancies for the 2-year term of the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school year. The committee meets 3-4 times each school year from 7:30-8:30a. We will reach out to those who have completed this interest form to inform them if they have been selected to fill the vacancies. Completed forms will be kept on file until June 30 of each school year. 

Grades 6-8 - Cross Country (repeat)
Anyone currently in cross country or interested in joining cross country this fall, please come to an informational meeting on Wednesday, April 23 from 8:00-8:30 in Mrs. Buchholz's room, C144.

Grades 7/8 - Boys Soccer Meeting (repeat)
Please join us for a short meeting on Thursday, April 17 from 8:10-8:30 in the SMS PAC.  This meeting will cover boys school soccer and summer training programs. 

Friday, April 4, 2025

Grades 6-8 - Cross Country
Anyone currently in cross country or interested in joining cross country this fall, please come to an informational meeting on Wednesday, April 23 from 8:00-8:30 in Mrs. Buchholz's room, C144.

Grades 7/8 - Boys Soccer Meeting (repeat)
Please join us for a short meeting on Thursday, April 17 from 8:10-8:30 in the SMS PAC.  This meeting will cover boys school soccer and summer training programs. 

Yearbooks: Click on this  link to view the digital flyer for ordering a yearbook for your student. (repeat)

Friday, March 21, 2025

Spring Break - No school March 24 through March 31

Teacher Workshop - No school March 31(school resumes April 1)

Grades 7/8 - Boys Soccer Meeting
Please join us for a short meeting on Thursday, April 17 from 8:10-8:30 in the SMS PAC.  This meeting will cover boys school soccer and summer training programs. 

Yearbooks: Click on this  link to view the digital flyer for ordering a yearbook for your student. (repeat)

Friday, March 14, 2025

Grade 7 Students: Activity Night (repeat)
TONIGHT!!!  Friday, March 14 from 3:30p to 5:30p.  Cost of admission is $5.00 or $4.00 with a nonperishable food item.  Activities include open swim, basketball, volleyball, and a DJ.  Concessions available for sale. 

Friday, March 7, 2025

Ensembles Night (originally on Tuesday, March 11 - rescheduled  to Thursday, March 13)
Thursday, March 13 at 7pm in the SMS PAC

Grades 5 and 6:  Boys and Girls Powerhouse Swim Camp (repeat)
Mondays through Thursdays, March 10-13 and March 17-20 from 3:45 to 5:15pm at SMS pool.  Click  here for more information and registration. 

Grade 7 Students: Activity Night (repeat)
Friday, March 14 from 3:30p to 5:30p.  Cost for admission is $5.00 or $4.00 with a nonperishable food item.  Activities include open swim, basketball, volleyball, and a DJ.  Concessions available for sale.  Wristbands will be on sale before school in the Commons on Wednesday, March 12, Thursday, March 13, and Friday, March 14.

Ice Fishing Picture Contest (repeat)
Please click on this  link for more details.

SMS Activities

Please visit (and bookmark) our SMS Activities page for the latest information like links to sport-specific parent meetings and schedule information. Questions? Please contact Assistant Activities Director Cody Olson.

Click to view our SMS Virtual Tour.