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Community

- School Families
  
  Students are each assigned to a small group that consists of children from every grade level, Kindergarten through eighth grade. This group becomes their "family". Each family is then assigned to one teacher that remains constant throughout the students' years at St. Margaret of York. This faith-filled time together incorporates character education and occasional service projects.
  
  The goal of the family program is to foster community and build stronger relationships among students and staff. The family community provides leadership opportunities for our older students, especially those in eighth grade who become the family leaders in their last year at SMOY.
- Youth Groups
  
  American Heritage Girls: A Christ-centered character and leadership development program for girls 5 to 18 years of age. AHG is dedicated to the mission of building women of integrity through service to God, family, community, and country. Contact Cathy Beerman, ahgoh1111@gmail.com
  
  Conquest: Conquest is a National Network of leadership programs, clubs, and camps for boys and young men 5 to 16 years of age. Conquest trains boys to become self-disciplined and confident young men, who become Catholic leaders, possess moral integrity and a commitment to improving the communities in which they live. Contact Dan DeBrosse, info@smoyconquest.org
  
  Challenge: Challenge is a club for 5th-8th grade girls that promotes growth in virtues, friendship, and our Catholic faith. Girls have FUN while they learn about themselves, serve others, and create a positive impact on family, friends, and the world. Contact Lori Konkoly, 513.600.1819.
  
  Youth Ministry: St. Margaret of York's Youth Ministry is open to all 6th-12th grade students. Ministry events include Youth Nights, Retreats, Mission Trips, Camps, and Conferences. Contact Melissa Capella, mcapella@smoy.org.
- Athletics
  
  The mission of SMOY Boosters is to support and encourage the athletic, character, and spiritual development of our student athletes.
  
  Our sports programs include:
  Baseball
  T-ball
  Basketball
  Cross Country
  Track & Field
  Cheerleading
  Football
  Golf
  Volleyball
  
  For more information, visit SMOY Boosters.
- Theater
  
  We have a thriving musical theater program at St. Margaret of York. The theater program lets students in grades 5-8 shine on and off the stage.
  
  Live productions such as The Lion King, Willy Wonka, Peter Pan, and Mary Poppins are brought to life each spring. Children experience the joy and satisfaction of performing for the student body, friends and family.
  
  In addition, we have a talent show each year where all students are invited to share their unique gifts and talents with classmates and families.
  
  For more information, contact theater@smoyschool.org.
- Extracurriculars
  
  We encourage all our students to explore their strengths and likes. With the help of our PTO, we work hard to find activities and classes that appeal to a wide variety of interests. Some current and recent options include:
  
  Boy Scout Troop 187: For students in grades 6-8. Contact Kami Bachman, 513.677.9952
  
  Cub Scout Pack 683: For boys in grades K-5. Contact Tom Rogers, et.rogers@sbcglobal.net.
  
  Chess Club: Learn the basics of the game of chess. Players of all backgrounds can meet to discuss strategy, refine skills, and challenge each other. Grades 2-8. Contact afterschoolprograms@smoyschool.org
  
  Dancify Your Life: For children interested in exploring and learning the multiple genres within the art of dance and movement. Grades K-2. Contact afterschoolprograms@smoyschool.org
  
  Girl Scouts: For girls in grades K-8. Contact Gabrielle Gray, gigidancer72@gmail.com
  
  Power of the Pen: Creative writing club for students in grades 7-8. Contact Language Arts Teacher Karen Budde, kbudde@smoyschool.org
  
  Kidz Home Alone: A course designed to empower children to stay home alone safely. For students in grades 4-6. Contact afterschoolprograms@smoyschool.org for upcoming dates.
  
  Choir: In addition to the school choir, students may also join the church youth choir. Contact Music Teacher Debbie Hogan, dhogan@smoyschool.org.
  
  Young Rembrandts: An art class that focuses on drawing while also exposing children to a variety of matter, artistic concepts, art history and mastery of their materials. For grades K-6. Contact afterschoolprograms@smoyschool.org.
  
  Star Glazers: An opportunity for students to learn about the ceramic making process. Grades K-8. Contact afterschoolprograms@smoyschool.org.
  
  Bricks for Kids: Lego building to nurture creativity and STEAM skills. Grades K-8. Contact afterschoolprograms@smoyschool.org
  
  Parks Taekwando: Grow confidence and self-esteem with step by step martial arts instruction. Contact afterschoolprograms@smoyschool.org
  
  Better Baby Sitters: Babysitting is a huge responsibility. This course is designed to teach students in grades 5-8 important information on caring for children and dealing with emergency situations. Contact afterschoolprograms@smoyschool.org for upcoming dates.
- Student Council
  
  Student Council is a community service organization that promotes school spirit and service while participating as role models in our school community. Our student council organizes many of our school's community service initiatives and encourages involvement from all students.
  
  Student Council also serves the school community by being leaders in church events such as May Crowning and our Catholic Schools Week visit to St. Peter in Chains Cathedral.
- Hope Squad
  
  The primary task of Hope Squad is to create a sense of belonging and connection to all students and to help prevent youth suicide. St. Margaret of York School launched its first-ever Hope Squad in January 2019. Consisting of several students from grades 7 and 8, they work alongside trained staff members to learn practical skills in suicide prevention. Squad members were trained to recognize signs of depression, and to properly Question, Persuade, and Refer (QPR). Much like CPR, the purpose of QPR is to be a first responder to someone in distress and refer them to adults who can help.
  
  In addition to providing hope and support to their peers, the Hope Squad reaches out in many different ways to spread joy throughout our school. These include placing encouraging signs around the campus, delivering treats to students, visiting with students at lunch and recess, and speaking to younger classes about kindness and inclusion.
- Service Projects
  
  Each school year we participate in a wide variety of service projects to benefit both the local and global community. Some of these initiatives include donations for a local pregnancy center, canned food drives, lenten rice bowls, school supply donations to a local CISE school, coat drives for St. Vincent de Paul, and donating playground equipment to a school in Africa.