St. Martin Parish Magnet Program

🤖🔭 Our monthly STEAM Newsletter is now out! Inside you'll find that we’re celebrating the people and stories that make our campus special. From getting to know our campus animals and House Chiefs to bringing history to life - there’s something for everyone to discover - including important upcoming dates and Lunch & Learn registration deadlines! 🎭🎵🎨

View the Newsletter here: https://bit.ly/october2026steamnewsletter

Reminder for our Aftercare students this month! There will be NO aftercare/clubs available on October 8th, 14th, 15th or 22nd.

🚀 Join us for our FREE STEAM Nights - open to all of the community! ✨

📅 When: OCT 8, 5pm-7pm
📍 Where: Saint Martin Early STEAM Academy 1120 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Saint Martinville

📅 When: OCT 14, 5pm-7pm
📍 Where: Saint Martin STEAM Academy 716 N. Main St, Saint Martinville

Come experience STEAM in Motion firsthand with hands-on activities and creative challenges designed to spark curiosity and inspire future innovators!

Interested in joining the St. Martin Magnet Program?

Join us for our Recruitment Open House to tour our classrooms, meet our team, and explore the exclusive opportunities available for your student.

📅 When: OCT 8, 4:30pm-5pm
📍 Where: Saint Martin Early STEAM Academy 1120 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Saint Martinville (PreK-1st grade)

📅 When: OCT 14, 4:30pm-5pm
📍 Where: Saint Martin STEAM Academy 716 N Main St, Saint Martinville (2nd-5th grade)

Immediately following Open House, each campus will have a free STEAM NIGHT event from 5pm-7pm full of fun & hands-on STEAM activities! See firsthand how our active learning environment inspires curiosity, leadership, and creativity! 🚀

🟢🔵Family Engagement Center - Register Now! 🟠🟡

LAST CHANCE to sign up for our Lunch & Learn Workshop "Partnering for Student Success", created exclusively for our Magnet Program families! Lunch is provided.

Space is limited to 8 families per school per workshop and we have a few more spots open! This is open to both SMESA & SMSA families.

🗓️ Sept. 24th 11:30am-1pm
📍 Held at SMSA 716 N. Main St., Saint Martinville

You can register for either workshop under "Upcoming Lunch & Learn Workshops" here: https://bit.ly/smplunchandlearn

We are excited to announce that the Family Engagement Center is officially OPEN! We will eventually have a resource center at each of our schools, but our Saint Martin STEAM Academy (SMSA) campus is open and ready to welcome families today!

(Note: While our second location at Saint Martin Early STEAM Academy is currently under construction, ALL families from both SMSA and SMESA are invited to utilize our center at SMSA right now!)

The Family Engagement Center is your one-stop hub for free family support and learning tools. Here is how you can get involved today:

✨ Borrow Educational Resources: Browse our collection of hands-on learning kits, games, and books to use at home with your child.
✨ Book 1-on-1 Appointments: Schedule a sit-down session to receive a custom guidance plan tailored to your student's needs.
✨ Register for Workshops: Sign up for upcoming family learning sessions and events.
✨ Visit During Open Hours: Stop by during our drop-in times or book an appointment to check out what we have to offer!

📍 Location: 716 N. Main St. (SMSA Campus)

Explore our resources, check our hours, and book your appointment today:
👉 https://www.stmartinmagnet.org/family-engagement-center

We can't wait to partner with you to support your child's success!

Join our Magnet Program family! We are hiring for the following positions:

👉 STEAM (Arts) Coordinator
👉 Special Needs Teacher

Apply Here: https://www.saintmartinschools.org/employment-opportunities-clone

Mark your calendars Dec. 5th! 🗓️ Experience student innovation at the annual St. Martin Parish STEAM Magnet Showcase - where we empower the next generation of thinkers, creators, and leaders!

Event Details:
📅 Date: December 5th
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Doors open at 9:45 AM)
📍 Location: SMESA Gym
🎟️ Admission: Free & open to the public!
What to Expect:
🔬 Interactive Demos & Exhibits: Hands-on STEM projects, robotics challenges, and visual art galleries.
🎭 Live Stage Performances: Music, drama, and dance showcases featuring our talented students.
🍔 Food & Fun: Delicious local food trucks, a photo booth, and exciting door prizes!

🟢🔵🟣 Family Engagement Center Lunch & Learn Series 🔴🟠🟡

We are thrilled to launch our very first monthly Lunch & Learn Workshop series, created exclusively for our Magnet Program families!

Designed as a collaborative space to connect, share resources, and grow together, these monthly workshops are part of our commitment to supporting our vibrant school community.

Space is limited to 8 families per school per workshop to keep discussions interactive and engaging, so be sure to reserve your spot early!

🗓️ Sept. 17th @ SMSA 11:30am-1pm
🗓️ Sept. 24th @ SMESA 11:30am-1pm

You can register for either workshop under "Upcoming Lunch & Learn Workshops" here: https://bit.ly/smplunchandlearn

👀 Keep an eye out next week for our official Family Engagement Center opening hours and details. We can’t wait to welcome you!