Even while Jesus was suffering He found time to teach and comfort others. We know that Jesus suffered and died to atone for our sins and while enduring His sufferings for us He taught the people how to live as a true Disciples of God. He taught us how to be loving, patient, kind, humble, pure of heart, and merciful. These are just a few of the many ways that we His people should be examples to others.
Let us ask ourselves...do we take the time to comfort others even when we might be suffering? Do we try to be examples of Christ in our daily lives? Lord Jesus help us to be like you and spread your mission to all who we encounter.
Quote from Pope Francis:
"The peace that springs from faith is a gift; it is the grace of feeling that God loves us and that He is always beside us."
Faithfully yours,
Miss Giaquinto
Important Dates:
Monday, March 12th-23rd Iowa for Grades 2, 4, 6, and 7 in the areas of Math/ELA Grades 1, 3, and 5 will do CogAt Testing
Thursday, March 15th~ Final Deadline to apply for the Bishop's Scholarship Fund for current families
Tuesday, March 20th~ Beach Blanket Bingo Grades K-4 from 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Wednesday, March 28th~ Third Marking Period Ends
Thursday, March 29th - April 2nd ~ Easter Break No School
Tuesday, April 3rd~ HSA meeting 7:00 pm
Friday, April 6th~ First Friday Mass 9:00 am Grade 3 are preparing the readings. (This is a full day of school).
Monday, April 9th-April 15th ~ Spring Vacation No School
Save The Date: Friday, April 20th for the Mother/Son Bowling Event. For more information see the flyer in the Thursday folder.
Golf Classic & Silent Auction
Friday, May 18, 2018
It's that exciting time of year again!
Please save the date and join us for a day
full of fun at our 13th Annual Golf Classic
at Whitney Farms Golf Course in Monroe, CT.
In the Thursday folder you will find the the first round of information. There are many ways you can support this event:
Our students will now go on to compete against other Catholic schools in the region at St. Jude's this weekend.
We are very proud of their efforts and wish them good luck!
St. Patrick's Day Carnation Sale
Support your St. Catherine's Cares Service Team and celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a beautiful bouquet of green carnations! $2 each or a dozen for $20. Orders are due tomorrow Friday, March 9th. Flowers will be delivered on Friday, March 16th at the end of the day.
Beach Blanket Bingo
Come have some fun at the Beach Blanket Bingo! It takes place on Tuesday, March 20th from 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm for grades K-4. The cost is $5.00 per child. Grade eight is organizing this fun activity. The funds from this event will go towards the grade eight end of year class trip. Forms and fee are due to the school office no later than Friday, March 16th.
Mixed Bag Designs
Fundraiser
Back by popular demand!
Mixed Bag Designs is helping parents reach your fundraising goals this year.
30% of your order will be applied to your assessment fee. Orders due Tuesday, April 3rd.
Seller packets will be sent home within a few days. Make sure to check those backpacks. Mixed Bags offers colorful totes, accessories, kitchenware and gift wrap - there's something for everyone in the catalogs.
Enrollment for 2018 - 2019
School Year
We are now in the enrollment process for the 2017-2018 school year. Please refer to the letter and Tuition Agreement Form (TAF) that went home February 1st.
Please complete the TAF, sign it and return it with the required non refundable $150 registration fee to the school office now.
Bishop's Scholarship Fund
Information regarding the
2018-2019 Bishop's Scholarship Fund was sent home February 1st.
The application process for current families ends on March 15, 2018.
This is the only round for current families to apply!
As the weather has warmed up and we are enjoying the nice break from the cold, please remember that Winter is not over yet. There is a variety of illnesses circulating in our school and local community.
There has been a gastro-intestinal virus that has affected many students and it lasts for several days. In addition, influenza or "FLU" activity remains high and widespread in Connecticut, per CT Department of Public Health.
Please follow the Sick Policy guidelines that was sent home to prevent the spread of infection and illness at school.
Please report all absences to me at (203) 377-7041 or
Wash your hands frequently with soap & water or use Purell/hand sanitizer.
If your child is sick, keep him/her home from school.
Cover coughs and sneezes.
Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth.
DO NOT share food or drinks with others.
Stay away from people who are sick.
Reminder ~ Nut-Free Zone: Please remember that all class rooms are Nut-Free Zones. Please Do Not send in any foods that contain NUTS or processed in a facility with nuts. If your child eats foods prior to school that contain nuts, please have them wash their hands, face and brush teeth/rinse mouth prior to arrival.
Thank you for your cooperation and helping to keep our school community healthy!
Nancy Hogan, RN
Winter School Closings and Delays!
"Be who God meant for you to be and you will set the world on fire."
