Parent Information

Dear Parents, Please see the attached letter from the office of Catholic Schools. In Faith, Brenna O’Hearn Principal – STMM Parent Letter regarding School Reopening Plan

Dear St. Margaret Mary Families, This week, the Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Public health released guidelines and recommendations for Illinois schools to resume in-person learning this fall. At this time, we are reviewing the document and seeking additional guidance from the Office of Catholic Education. I know that families…

Dear Saint Margaret Mary School Families, Thank you to all the parents that helped make the supply pick-up a success. In one day we were able to collect STMM items and return student belongings. It was wonderful to see all the families, if only for a moment. But now, summer is officially here, and we…

Dear St. Margaret Mary Families, Summer is now in full swing.  We hope that you are all enjoying the warm weather and enjoying a break from school.  Please remember that the guidelines for Mass attendance have changed and families are encouraged to sign up for a Mass time.  St. Margaret Mary will still be streaming…

Back to School Fall 2020

The Knight of Columbus cordially invites you and your family to join them in the Parish parking lot for a socially distanced tailgate party on Saturday, June 20 – the day before Father’s Day. The Knights will be serving delicious sandwiches: your choice of Ribeye Steak, Brats, or luscious Pulled Pork, and Hot Dogs for…

End of the year Mass: Tomorrow we will have a virtual End of the Year Mass for all families at 9:15 a.m. Families can watch the Mass from their homes through the St. Margaret Mary (Chruch) Facebook page and the St. Margaret Mary School Facebook page.  During this Mass, we will announce the recipients of…

Thank you for nominating a teacher or staff member for the Heart of the School Award.  The nominations have been narrowed down to 4 teachers – Mrs. Stachowski, Mrs. Nemes, Ms. Rozynek, and Ms. Palazzolo. Please click on the link below to vote for the recipient for the 2020 Heart of the School Award. Heart…

Dear St. Margaret Mary Parents, I apologize for the late notice, however, we were trying to work through some technical difficulties. Tomorrow we will have a special presentation for our Mother Mary. Our 8th Grade class has created a Litany of Our Lady prayer and presentation to honor Mary. Our original intention was to have…

Heart of the School Award:   Last year we began a new tradition in our school – The Heart of the School Award.  Mrs. Mobeck was the recipiant of the 2019 Heart of the School Award.  While our teachers and staff members do not seek out recognition, it is important that we celebrate their tremendous work…

Ribbon Ceremony/ Family School Parade:  The Ribbon Ceremony and Family School Parade will be on Friday, May 1st starting with the Ribbon Ceremony at 1:30 p.m. and the parade immediately after. Below is a list of things you should know about this special event.  The Ribbon Ceremony begins at 1:30 p.m. in the west parking…

Dear St. Margaret Mary Families, I continue to be amazed at the learning opportunities our students are participating in through e-Learning. Our teachers meet with our students online and check in with them each week. Students have adapted to muting their microphones and raising their digital hands when entering the classroom. Teachers are meeting 1-1…

Dear St. Margaret Mary Families, By now you have heard the directive by Gov. J. B. Pritzker to suspend in-person learning for the remainder of the school year.  St. Margaret Mary will continue to provide an education to all our students (preschool – 8th grade) through e-Learning until the end of the year.  I am…

During the school year students at STMM attend weekly Mass on Fridays. During e-Learning we are inviting all families to attend Mass at 8:00 a.m tomorrow. Mass is being live streamed thought the St. Margaret Mary (church) Facebook page. Announcements will still be at 9:00 a.m. tomorrow. We hope you can all join us for…

Good Afternoon, I know that we have all been looking forward to the musical this year. Mrs. Wendtland, Mr. Kutulas, and I have been in communication as to what the plan would be for the musical and how to adapt to our current situation. Unfortunately, with the extension of the shelter-in-place order by Gov. JB…

Dear St. Margaret Mary Families, Per Gov. JB Pritzker’s announcement today, St. Margaret Mary will continue with e-Learning through April 30, 2020.  The Governor explained that the shelter-in-place is to slow the spread of COVID-19.  Students are scheduled to return to school on May 1, 2020.  Our teachers will continue to provide effective e-Learning lessons…

Dear St. Margaret Mary Families, I am so proud of how our teachers and students have connected through technology to engage in teaching and learning. By working together we have completed our first week of e-Learning and I can confidently say that students were learning throughout the week. Our teachers continue to prepare effective e-Learning…

Please click the link to read a letter from the Catholic Education Office. COVID19_Parent_Letter  

Happy Wednesday! Join us for morning announcements on our Facebook page at 9:00 a.m. Follow the link below: https://www.facebook.com/stmmalg/?ref=bookmarks In Faith, Brenna O’Hearn Principal – STMM

Dear St. Margaret Mary Families, We hope that the first day of e-learning went well for everyone.  I was happy to see so many families join us for the morning announcement today and storytime this afternoon.   It is my hope to do this every day this week. Updated Information: 1) Our anticipated return date is…