• A group of 36 adults, dressed in business casual attire, standing and sitting in rows on steps outside a building with red double doors, smiling at the camera.
  • A girls’ volleyball team in blue and yellow jerseys stands in a huddle with their coach on a gym floor, heads bowed together in a circle before a game.
  • A priest and two young girls pour water from a glass pitcher into a large clear container during a church ceremony. The setting includes religious symbols, a plant, and a candle in the background.
  • A congregation of students and adults attends a church service; priests in green robes stand at the altar beneath a large statue, with hymn lyrics displayed on screens on either side. Sunlight streams through tall windows.
  • A man in clerical clothing speaks to a group of elementary school students seated at their desks in a classroom. The students listen attentively, and a folder labeled St. Michael Parish School is visible in the foreground.
  • A young boy with a backpack smiles gently while holding a small gray and white kitten in his arms, standing outside among a group of people on a sunny day.
  • Two young children in matching jackets sit in a church pew, resting their arms on the backrest and smiling. The background shows religious decor, a door labeled Reconciliation Room, and a plant on a table.
  • Four altar servers in white robes process down a church aisle holding candles and a crucifix, with congregation members seated on both sides and a gold altar visible in the background.
  • Smiling young boy wearing a large firefighter helmet and blue sweater stands on a sidewalk, looking up at the camera. Other people and fire equipment are visible in the background.
  • A group of young children in school uniforms listens attentively to an emergency responder in uniform inside an ambulance. The responder is speaking to the children, who look up at him with interest.
  • A young boy with blonde hair, wearing a light blue shirt and dark pants, bends down to smell blooming yellow and white flowers in a garden next to a brick wall.
  • A group of graduates in blue gowns joyfully toss their caps into the air outside, celebrating together on a wet sidewalk, with cars and houses in the background.
  • Five young children stand outdoors, smiling and wearing white sweatshirts decorated with colorful leaf prints in red, yellow, green, and orange. The background shows a gravel area and wooden fencing.
  • Four children smile and celebrate on a sidewalk after smashing a pumpkin while a large group of kids and a few adults watch and cheer from the background. The scene is lively and joyful outside a brick building.
  • A group of young children sit in a circle on a colorful, rainbow-themed rug in a classroom, smiling and raising their hands, surrounded by cabinets, toys, and classroom decorations.
  • Four kids in hoodies and boots are exploring a shallow stream in a wooded area, bending over to look closely at rocks and the water. Fallen leaves and greenery surround them.
  • Two boys in light blue shirts and dark ties work at a table with Play-Doh, colored markers, and an open book. They appear to be engaged in a creative or educational activity in a classroom setting.
  • Five students in uniform work together to stack red plastic cups using strings. They stand around a wooden table, focused and smiling, participating in a teamwork activity in a classroom setting.
  • Two adults warmly hug young children in a classroom or office setting, while other children stand nearby. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming, with bright decor and framed photos in the background.
  • Four children stand together in a classroom, holding cards and papers, appearing to discuss or share what is on them. Desks, chairs, and various school supplies fill the background.

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A blue and gold emblem with a shield featuring a white cross, surrounded by wings. The circular border reads St. Michael Parish School Parent Association.

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2026-2027 School Year at a Glance

Event Date / Time
SMPS Office Reopens Monday, August 3
K Parent Orientation Thursday, August 20 — noon
Covenant Signing & Blessing of Backpacks Saturday, Aug 22 & Sunday, Aug 23
Middle School Back to School Night Thursday, August 20 — 6–8 pm
PreK–4th Grade Back to School Night Monday, August 24 — 6–8 pm
Drop In and Drop Off Tuesday, August 25 — 9 am–noon
First Day of School K–8 Wednesday, August 26
First Day of PreK and AA Monday, August 31
First Day of Little Cherubs Friday, September 4
Labor Day: No School Monday, September 7
School Pictures Monday, September 21
Angel Walk and ½ Day Friday, September 25
All Saints Day Student Mass Friday, October 30
Day as a Knight (8th Grade) Thursday, November 5
Parent Teacher Conferences Thursday, Nov 12 & Friday, Nov 13
First Reconciliation Thursday, November 19 — 6:30 pm
Noon Dismissal Tuesday, November 24
Thanksgiving Break Wednesday, Nov 25–Friday, Nov 27
Christmas Concert Thursday, December 10 — 6 pm
Noon Dismissal Friday, December 18
Christmas Break Monday, Dec 21–Friday, Jan 1
Return to School: Planned 2 Hour Delay Monday, January 4
Noon Dismissal and Teacher Work Day Friday, January 15
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: No School Monday, January 18
Catholic Schools Week Sunday, Jan 31–Saturday, Feb 6
SMPS Science and Social Studies Fairs Thursday, February 4
Noon Dismissal Friday, February 5
Ash Wednesday Wednesday, February 10
Noon Dismissal and Teacher Work Day Friday, February 12
President’s Day: No School Monday, February 15
Noon Dismissal and Teacher Work Day Friday, March 19
Palm Sunday Sunday, March 21
Noon Dismissal Tuesday, March 23
Spring Break Wednesday, March 24–29
Kindergarten Screening Tues–Weds, March 30–31
1st Communion Retreat Saturday, May 1 — 9 am–noon
1st Holy Communion Sunday, May 2 — 2 pm
Teacher Appreciation Week May 3–May 7
8th Grade Awards Banquet Tuesday, May 25
Kindergarten Graduation Wednesday, May 26
8th Grade Graduation Wednesday, May 26
1st–7th Grade Awards Day and Noon Dismissal Thursday, May 27
School Picnic Friday, May 28
Report Card Pickup Monday, June 7–Wednesday, June 11
A circular badge with the word Accredited at the top and cognia in the center. Around the bottom edge are the acronyms: NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI.

St. Michael Parish School is one of 25 parochial elementary schools within the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston.

SMPS is accredited by the North Central Association (NCA/CASI) and every teacher is certified in the state of West Virginia.

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