SMS on the River
News & Events
The St. Margaret’s tradition is active in Tappahannock. Check back frequently for news and events as we navigate establishing a reconstituted school offering fall programs for boys and girls.
Frequently Asked Questions
Information on the new organization, efforts to reopen the school, and how to support the efforts.
The Foundation for St. Margaret’s School would like to invite you to our 2025 St. Margaret’s Day service.
Sunday, November 16th
11:00 am - 1:30pm
St. John’s Episcopal Church
216 Duke Street
Tappahannock, VA 22560
All SMS alumnae, family, and friends are welcome to attend our Welcome reception at 11:00am in the church rectory hall.
At 12:15, we will line up and process into the church, led by our traditional bagpiper.
The Eucharist service will start at 12:30 and end at 1:30.
Join us as we celebrate the values of Saint Margaret of Scotland; kindness, courage, and service.
New Nonprofit Leads Reopening Efforts
The Foundation for St. Margaret’s School has rented the Phillips House at 625 South Water Lane, where six staff members are located to offer fall programs, interface with the community, consolidate communications and marketing, and administer academic and facility components for the new school.