I hope you had a blessed Easter. We started our spring testing last week and will finish the second week in May. The NWEA MAP test is a great tool to help guide instruction and meet the needs of our students. We will share results sometime in May.
May 1st-5th is Teacher Appreciation Week. See information below...
I have always been passionate about getting kids excited about reading. I understand the importance of student choice; however, sometimes a book that is popular may not always be appropriate for the intended age group. I am including a link to an article about the importance of engaging your child in conversations about the book they are reading. Thank you for your support.
Whether you are already registered for next year, or thinking about Preschool or Kindergarten, come to Information Night! We will have the teachers on hand for questions, you can visit the classrooms and your child can have fun with their classmates in the gym!
Happy Easter to one and all! Second grade is eagerly anticipating their upcoming First Communion. To help prepare us, Father Kevin came into our classroom to talk to us about the importance of the Eucharist and to answer our many questions. He showed us the chalice and the paten and described for us what the day will be like. It is always such a joy to have a priest's perspective on the Sacraments. Please continue to pray for our hearts as we wait to receive Jesus for the first time in the Holy Eucharist.
School Advisory Council
We will have openings on our School Advisory Council starting in the fall. If you are interested in joining the School Advisory Council please attend our May 4th meeting at 6pm. The purpose of the council is to help assist and guide the principal with the advancement, education programs, strategic planning, and technology decisions for the school.
Teacher Appreciation Week
Lori Gast, a parent here at St. Stephen's has volunteered to provide lunch and tokens of appreciation throughout the week. Can you help? She is looking for cash donations. Please contact her either by email atlorianngast@gmail.comor by phone at 612-718-5017.
Thank you for helping her take care of our teachers!
Volunteer Reminder
Remember that in order to volunteer in our school or chaperone on a field trip, you must have completed the following items. Please check with your student's teacher if you would like to volunteer.
Attend a Virtus Class (or watch "Keeping the Promise Alive if the class was more than 3 years ago)
Have a current background check and 123B check
Sign a Code of Conduct
Most of this can be completed on Virtus.org but please call the School Office if you have any questions.
Reading/Math Classes Offered
It's important to schedule reading and math practice in the summer to prevent summer loss. Research shows that most young people experience this learning loss when they do not engage in educational activities during the summer months. To keep your child refreshed in academic basics, enroll them in summer reading and math classes at St. Stephen's School with Mrs. Tyminski and Mrs. Lysdahl. We will offer one hour classes each in reading and math, grouped according to grades: Kindergarten; 1st-2nd Grades; and 3rd - 5th grade. The classes will be held on Tuesdays in June and July. For further information please contact either:
Experience the sensational world of Mad Science. Light up your imagination as you blend and separate light, and trick your eyes with mirrors and optical illusions. Discover how to harness head and static electricity. Explore food science as you practice chemistry in the kitchen and figure out how to build the perfect meal. Classes include a fun take home each week. Register soon, classes fill quickly!
Registration for the 2017/2018 School Year is underway!
We have already filled quite a few classrooms. If you haven't returned your paperwork, please make sure to do so! Click here for a re-enrollment form:
REMEMBER - Every time you refer a new family to us, you will receive a $500 discount on your tuition!
Upcoming Events
April 20th - Preschool information night-6pm-7pm. Students can play in the gym while parents meet with the teachers to learn about our Preschool program and ways to be involved in the school.
April 24th - Kindergarten information night- 6pm-7pm. Students can play in the gym while parents meet with the teachers to learn about our Kindergarten program and ways to be involved in the school.
REMEMBER - Every time you refer a new family to us, you will receive a $500 discount on your tuition!
