St. Mark's School -

Our canned food drive is off to a good start but there is still lots of time to donate! Tuna Tuesday is tomorrow but all food is accepted every day.

Who's ready for Grandparents'/Special Persons' Day tomorrow??!!! We are looking forward to seeing everyone. Just a few reminders: * Program will start in the gym at 10:30 AM. * First lunch will be at 11 AM and will be assigned at check-in. * Second group will have time to visit the classrooms before they are called to eat, approximately at 11:40 AM. * Come hungry - Chicken alfredo, buttered peas, salad, garlic bread, apple crisp with coffee, water and milk. Making Memories and Disciples of Christ!! Isn't It Great To Be A Marksmen??!!!

Camping day in preschool is always a great time! Students painted a night sky, a fish and painted with rocks. They could pretend play with a tent and a camper, had camping supplies such as a campfire, lanterns, flashlights, food, and used stuffed forest animals to build upon their play. They fished for letter and number fish in our pond and could row in the boat. There were 3 small world camping spaces to use to tell stories. And they got a special treat that no campout is complete without - s'mores!

Rain, rain, rain, go away, come again another day! Yesterday was our first true "inside recess" day of the year. Students had the opportunity to play board games and cards, along with chess and checkers. Many thanks to those that donated games for our students! Inside recess is an opportunity to: * Build relationships * Learn fair play * Try something new * And.....see if you can tell who had an extra smile with lunch!!! Isn't it GREAT TO BE A MARKSMEN??!!!!

Make plans to order or eat out on November 13th and support our 8th grade class!

Today, we say goodbye to our friend and coworker, Jeannie. Her warm smile and kind heart brightened every day at St. Mark. Jeannie’s faith and love for our students were a true gift, and she will always be a part of the SMS family. Please keep Jeannie’s family in your prayers as we hold her memory close. Rest peacefully, Jeannie—you are missed and loved. ❤️🙏

Save the date for a fun way to kickoff the holiday season and support your SMS PSA! We loved Ornament night last year and hope you'll love it this year!

Calling all 7th through 12th grade kids! St. Mark Youth Ministry has their First Friday event tonight and would love to invite you to join. Come for the pizza and stay for the fellowship and faith!

Congratulations to Mrs. Schindler on her marriage! 🎉 Wishing you a lifetime of love, happiness, and wonderful memories together. St. Mark is so happy for you! 💍❤️

Students and families are invited to celebrate and remember the gift of their loved ones who have passed. We are thankful for our parents who set this up as a way of recognizing the many ways we honor those whose lives have impacted our students and families.

Students in K-8 can wear Halloween spirit wear on Halloween! Preschool students can wear their Halloween costume for the SMS tradition of our Halloween Parade through the school.

We hope you can cheer our St. Mark Marksmen girls on this Wednesday night! The games will be played at St. Vincent DePaul and will start with our choir performing the National Anthem. Don't forget to dress up for the Halloween theme!

Our preschool students had the chance to go on two field trips so far! First, they headed to Christ Apple Orchard for a walk through the orchard and scavenger hunt. Next, they took off for Roth Pumpkin Patch and had fun on a hayrack ride through the woods!

Save the date for Marktoberfest and Trunk or Treat! It's a fun, family friendly event!

SMS Candy Wars start tomorrow!

Don't forget Spirit Day and Early Dismissal tomorrow! We can't wait to see all the grown ups at Parent Teacher Conferences too!

We can't wait to see the smiles tomorrow for Picture Day!

Our students are spending Monday mornings serving at the WestMark food pantry with Mrs. Schafer. The food pantry serves nearly 2,000 individuals in the Greater Peoria Area each month. They are always looking for non-perishable food items and volunteers to help unload and pack.

Hey Marksmen! First Friday is next week and we'd love to see you there! Come join us for fellowship, food, and fun!

Picture Day is right around the corner! Remember, you're never fully dressed without a smile!