Friday Flash
August 1, 2025
Here is the link to the School Supply List:
Below is the link to sign up for the Bus. Sign up now before it is full!
2025–2026 Bus Registration Form
After School Workers Needed – Are you or someone you know looking
for a part time job to earn a little extra income? Must be 18 years or older.
Email [email protected] for more information.
VIRTUS TRAINING:
In accordance with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Charter for
the Protection of Children and Young People all diocesan employees, clergy, religious,
teachers, staff, and all volunteers who regularly or routinely work with children
or youth participate in a Protecting God’s Children for Adults (VIRTUS) training
session. This link connects to the VIRTUS website listing of currently scheduled
training sessions within the Diocese of Richmond. To register for one of the sessions,
click the Start Registration button. You will be prompted to create a user id and password.
Follow the prompts to continue the registration process. After entering your personal
information, a drop down function will enable you to select a Diocese of Richmond
training center location/date/time. Continue to follow instructions as indicated to
complete the pre-registration process. Childcare is not available unless noted
on the session listing. There is no charge for this training. Sessions are available
online and in person. St. Matthew’s School VIRTUS Facilitator Louise Lewis will
be hosting online VIRTUS sessions on the following dates and times:
Tuesday, August 19,2025 @ 6PM – No spots available (please contact the Diocese
directly at [email protected]
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 @ 6PM – 16 spots available
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 @ 6PM – 25 spots available
Tuesday, November 18, 2025 @ 6PM – 25 spots available
Tuesday, December 9, 2025 @ 6PM – 25 spots available
These sessions are available for registration on the VIRTUS website,
although it is not required that you take VIRTUS with the SMS Facilitator. Please
contact Louise Lewis (SMS VIRTUS Facilitator) at [email protected] if you have any questions.
EXTRA! EXTRA! READ ALL ABOUT IT! Last Chance to Order Your Family
Copy of The Eagles Nest!
Please enjoy this electronic edition of St. Matthew’s School Publication, The Eagles
Nest. Click here to view. SMS is offering one free printed copy of the publication
per family to be picked up from the school office. If you would like to reserve a
printed copy for your family, please complete the following order form:
The Eagles Nest Print Edition Order Form
You will receive notification when your order is ready for pickup.
ATTENTION! ATTENTION! ATTENTION! ATTENTION! ATTENTION!
Inviting all rising 6th, 7th and 8th graders to come and join the DEFENDING ETIS
SOCCER CHAMPIONSHIP TEAM this coming season. We will be playing in the ETIS
against other middle school teams in the area. Currently, we have 12 games scheduled
for the season with possibly more to come. IT IS GOING TO BE A GREAT YEAR!
The games will be exciting, fun and will keep you in great shape for all sports coming
up in the winter and spring seasons. We are planning to have a team that is competitive
and are welcoming new and experienced players to register for the team.
We are still seeking a coaching staff for this upcoming season. If you’d be
interested in coaching the team in any manner, please email Mr. Michael Fencil at
[email protected]. Registration will be sent out in future Friday Flashes.
If you have any questions, feel free to email Mr. Fencil.
Monday, Tuesday 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Wednesday 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
The Spirit Shop will be CLOSED the week of August 11th as we prepare
for the 2025-2026 school year. We will be open during Orientation Night,
Thursday, August 14th, from 3:30pm-7pm.
15th Annual Eagle Open Golf Tournament:
Join us as we celebrate the 15th Annual Eagle Open—a beloved tradition
supporting a great cause! Enjoy a fun-filled day of golf at Riverfront Golf Club,
all while supporting our mission to provide exceptional Catholic education—
from first-class daycare for 2-year-olds and Kindergarten Prep (ages 3 & 4)
through 8th grade. Together, we are empowering tomorrow’s leaders—one
faith-filled day at a time!
TEAM OF FOUR – $500
Includes golf for four, golf cart, range balls, swag bags, breakfast & lunch,
and unlimited water, soda & Gatorade.
INDIVIDUAL GOLFER – $135
Includes golf for one, golf cart, range balls, swag bag, breakfast & lunch,
and unlimited water, soda & Gatorade.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE!
Support Catholic education while gaining great visibility for your business
or organization.
Registration Sponsorship Brochure
For more information, contact Emma Manger at [email protected] or call
(757) 420-2455.