Friday Flash
March 21, 2025
Attention SMS Military Families!
Registration for Military Lunches is open again! The form linked here will assist our school counselor in organizing small group lunches for students from military families. These special lunches are set to begin in April. If your student was signed up earlier this year, there is no need to register again. If you have any questions, please contact Cheryl Johnson at [email protected].
Deadline to complete the form: March 26th.
Good Morning Everyone,
It’s that time of the year again; our annual Hooked on Fishing Not on Drugs Fishing trip for our kiddos. This year’s fishing trip is scheduled for June 18. Attached is the Parent Letter and Permission Slip. I’m looking for 4 kids from each school. Permission slips are due back by May 1st. Thank you.
Robert “Mac” McBride
Background Investigator Supervisor
VB Sheriff’s Office
757-385-8691 / [email protected]
2501 James Madison Blvd / Virginia Beach VA 234576
Matilda
TICKETS ARE ON SALE
Show times for 2025:
Friday, April 4th at 7pm
Saturday, April 5th at 2pm Saturday, April 5th at 7pm
Ticket Information:
Reserved Tickets and General Admission Tickets are available! Reserved Tickets are assigned (best available at our discretion) in the first three rows on the floor and in the first row of the risers. General Admission for all other seats.
***Reserved Tickets for All shows are SOLD OUT!!***
General admission tickets are still available.
There are two ways to purchase tickets to performances: ordering online Here. before Thursday, April 3rd at 8:30am or at the door, if tickets are still available. Thank you!
From the Music Corner –
1.The ONE DAY Middle School Choir Bake Sale will be held during ALL lunches on Thursday, March 27th to help raise money for our Choir Trip this spring. (Rescheduled from February.)
We are in need of DONATIONS:
Donations like Small Doritos Nacho Cheese Bags (Red), rice crispy treats, donuts, brownies, cookies, and cupcakes are fine.
We are also looking for Forks, Spoons, napkins, and Styrofoam bowls,
We are in need of volunteers for this event 8am – 1pm Thurs March 27 2025
If you can help, please email Mrs. Gregorio Alberto at [email protected]
Please send your items to Mrs. Gregorio Alberto in the music room starting the week of March 24th with your student’s name, classroom, and a list of allergy/ingredients (tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, milk, etc).
Please have each serving portion individually wrapped in a sandwich/snack bag.
I will be awarding extra credit/dress down passes for any student who brings in a baked good (or packaged good) to our bake sale.
Donuts, Cookies, Cupcakes, Brownies, and other wonderful treats will be available for $1 each!
Lumpia will be available for $1
Pancit will be available for $2
We will be featuring the following Daily Specials for $3:
Thursday, March 27th
Chicken Adobo with Rice
Spam Masubi
Chocolate Strawberries
Meat on a Stick
For safety reasons, we will have all items individually wrapped in sandwich bags or in closed containers.
We ask that students bring EXACT CHANGE in a plastic bag each day as we will not provide change in order to keep minimal hand contact.
Bring your appetite, bring your money….and see you there!
2. The St. Matthew’s School Elementary Choir will be performing the National Anthem on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at Harbor Park for the Norfolk Tides game against the Gwinnett Stripers at 1:05pm.
Box Seat Tickets are $15.50 each
Link to order tickets: Click Here.
Last day to purchase tickets: Friday, March 28, 2025
No refunds will be offered. Game runs rain or shine.
Attire: Students will be wearing choir or school uniform shirts, any bottoms, any sneakers
Call time: All students should be at the Main Entrance of Harbor Park NO LATER than 12:20pm. Everyone else in your party will need to meet at your seat location no later than 12:30pm.
At 12:40pm, a Tides staff member will meet the choir to take them down to the dugout/field.
After entering, Mrs. Alberto and students will be led to the dugout and to prepare for our performance at 1:00pm. After the performance, we will go to our box seats. Students must be accompanied by a parent at all times. All students are representatives of St. Matthew’s School and must show words and actions of a St. Matthew’s student.
Please see attachment for more details
Any questions? Please contact me at [email protected].
Spirit Shop:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 7:30 am – 11:00 am
Wednesday 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
New PE Uniforms and SMS Fleeces can be purchased by clicking here.
March Madness: **Final Week**
The winner of March Madness Week 2 was class 2C, and they have won another ice cream party! If you want your class to win next, make sure to participate in next week’s bingo!
From March 3rd – March 28th, your children and their classes will be rewarded whenever you earn a bingo by purchasing physical or e-gift cards through our Matthew’s Money Gift Card Program through Raise Right.
New Bingo Cards are sent home weekly with your student. Make a bingo (any direction) by purchasing gift cards from Matthew’s Money or on the Raise Right App. If you have more than one student attending SMS, every child in the family and class will receive credit for each verified Bingo
– The class with the most verified bingo weekly will earn an ice cream party the following Friday.
– Your student will receive one dress down per bingo.
– The family with the most verified bingo wins during the month will earn a VIP Parking Space for Carnival & One-weekend unlimited ride wristband.
You can find Week 4’s bingo card HERE. One has also been sent home with each family’s youngest enrolled student. Good luck everyone!
Alumni Shrimpfest and Carnival News:
***SAVE THE DATE*** New date this year!
Step right up and experience the magic of SMS Carnival’s past – From Under the Big Top, Candy Land, Racing to the Finish, Under the Sea, Dog Days of Summer, and more – all rolled into one at this year’s SMS SPRING CARNIVAL – IN OUR CARNIVAL ERAs!
Event Schedule:
- Shrimpfest – Thursday, May 1st | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Headlining: The Deloreans! - Friday, May 2nd | 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Headlining: TBD - Saturday, May 3rd | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Headlining: Wonderland!
What to Expect:
- Fun Rides
- Delicious Food Trucks
- Vendors with unique merchandise
- And a weekend filled with games, laughter, and lifelong memories!
Don’t miss out on the fun, food, and festivities—mark your calendars and join us for the 2025 SMS SPRING CARNIVAL – IN OUR CARNIVAL ERAs!
STAGE SPONSOR – $1,000 – 3 Remaining
2 Voucher for Unlimited Ride Wristbands for Friday & Saturday, 1 VIP Reserved Parking Spot for Friday & Saturday, 2 VIP Tent Tickets for Friday & Saturday, 1 2’x4′ Banner on the Stage, Company Name/Logo Acknowledgment in the Carnival Newsletter, Company Name/Logo w/hyperlink on the School/Carnival Website and Social Media.
Thank you, Gabriel Rapisardi Real Estate Group, LLC, for being this year’s Wine Carafe Sponsor!
Thank you, Hampton Roads Tree & Brush Removal LLC, for being one of this year’s Shrimpfest Sponsors!
Thank you, Irwin’s Pharmacy, for being one of this year’s VIP Tent Sponsors!
Thank you, Stephen Merritt, CPA, for being this year’s Specialty Cup Sponsor!
Thank you, Cooper Hurley, for being this year’s Social Media Sponsor!
Thank you to the Steven Miller Family for being this year’s Koozie Sponsor!
Thank you, Boba Chef, for being one of this year’s Carnival Raffle Sponsors!
Thank you, Shaddeau Roofing, for being this year’s BINGO Sponsor and one of our Stage Sponsors!
Thank you to Paragon Hydraulics, our Chalet Sponsor!
Thank you to the Martocci Family, our newest Chalet Sponsor!
Sponsorship opportunities are available! Carnival Sponsorships
View the Carnival Website to see all that is included with the purchase of a sponsorship.
Free Concert Sunday, March 23rd
Ossi Tanner is an accomplished Finnish pianist. Join us if you can for this free event followed by a reception! Old Donation Episcopal Church of Virginia Beach welcomes the esteemed Finnish pianist, Ossi Tanner, on Sunday, 23 March at 6:15 PM. This will be an exceptional evening as Mr. Tanner showcases works by renowned Finnish composer Jean Sibelius.
A reception will follow the performance, and a free-will offering will be accepted. We welcome you and your friends for this special event! He is doing this same 1 hour performance in New York, DC, and Florida.
Jean Sibelius (1865–1957): Ossi Tanner, piano ossitanner.com Impromptu in B minor, Op. 5 no. 5 Romance in D flat major, Op. 24 No. 9 Piano Sonata in F major, Op. 12 I Allegro II Andantino III Vivacissimo Five Pieces ”The Trees”, Op. 75 I When the Rowan Blossoms II The Solitary Fir III The Aspen IV The Birch V The Spruce Valse triste, Op. 44 Finlandia, Op. 26
From Your Parent Teacher Guild—-
Important Dates:
3/21/25 PTG Wine Social at the Art Fair
3/28/25 Friday— Parent’s Night Out
4/10/25 Thursday– Annual PTG Easter Egg Hunt
PTG Wine Social – Friday, March14
Sip, Chat & Celebrate at the Art Fair!!
Take a break from admiring all the amazing student artwork and join Mrs. Ayers, PTG President, and Mrs. Parrish, PTG Secretary for wine, laughter, and great conversation.
Where? SMS Cafeteria
When? 6:00 – 7:00 PM during the Art Fair
This is the perfect chance to unwind, connect with other parents, and chat about all the exciting things happening at SMS—all while enjoying a glass of wine in great company!
Whether you’re a longtime PTG supporter or just curious about getting involved, we’d love to see you there! Come sip, mingle, and make the most of this fun night!
Attention Parents—Need a night out? Let the PTG Help
Join us for Parents’ Night Out on March 28th from 6-9pm! For just $15 per child (or $10 per child if you sign up 3 or more kiddos), your little ones will enjoy a fun evening with Mrs. Parrish and Mrs. Ayers – both VIRTUS, Safety, and First Aid/CPR trained.
The night includes pizza, a drink, and some popcorn during a PG-rated movie! It’s going to be a blast for the kids, and a break for you!
Don’t miss out – save the date and sign up now!
Volunteer Opportunities
Calling All Volunteers! Help Make PTG Parents’ Night Out a Success!
Hey, awesome parents! PTG’s Parents’ Night Out is coming up on Thursday, March 28, from 5:45 to 9:15 PM, and we need your help to make it a fantastic evening for the kids!
Volunteer Duties Include:
Serving food – because happy kids = full tummies!
Cleaning up throughout the event – keep the fun mess under control!
Helping kids with painting – unleash their inner artists!
End-of-event clean-up – teamwork makes the dream work!
Bonus Reminder: The school year is flying by, and volunteer hours are required—if you don’t complete them, you’ll be charged at the end of the year! Why not knock them out while having fun and making a difference?
Sign up here and be a part of this awesome night!
Thank you for supporting our school and making events like this possible!
Hop on Over for the Annual PTG Easter Egg Hunt!
Get egg-cited, Kindergarten – 2nd Grade families! The Annual PTG Easter Egg Hunt is happening on April 10th, and it’s going to be an egg-stra special event!
What to Bring? Just a bucket to collect eggs! Inside the eggs, kids will find sweet treats, shiny coins, or even an egg-clusive Dress Down Pass!
Volunteers needed! We’ll need egg-stra hands to help make this event a success. Volunteer sign-ups are coming soon—so stay tuned!
Stay in the Loop—Join Our PTG Facebook Page!
Want to stay up to date on school happenings, sign up for events, and connect with other awesome parents and teachers? Our PTG Facebook Page is the place to be! Get important updates, ask questions, and find ways to get involved—all in one place. Don’t miss out—join today!
Love planning events? Excited to volunteer? We’d love to have you on board! If you’re ready to be a behind-the-scenes rockstar (no cape required, but highly encouraged), reach out to us at [email protected] and let’s make some magic happen!
Thank you and have a great weekend.