Dear parents and families, 

Happy Mardi Gras and early celebration for St. Valentine's day! Our students had a wonderful time giving and receiving cards and treats; and our office staff enjoyed wearing their Mardi Gras regalia.

Please remember that tomorrow is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the Lenten Season . The picture on the right is Fr. Drummond and some of our confirmandi from 8th grade preparing the palms and other sacramental objets for burning. During Lent, older Catholics observe a Lenten sacrifice by giving up a treat or something we enjoy, and people 14 years and older abstaining from meat on Fridays, as well.

For our students who have PE tomorrow, they may wear their PE uniforms.

Some quick updates:
  • Wednesday, February 14: Ash Wednesday, 11:30 Dismissal (AfterCare open)
  • Thursday, February 15: Science Fair, Cafeteria.
  • Monday, February 19: No School, President's Day
  • Wednesday, February 21: FACTS Night, 7:00-8:00 in Cafeteria
  • Saturday, March 10: Diocesan Job Fair at Paul VI. 10:00-12:00
  • Monday, March 12: No School, Professional Development

Thank you to everyone who attend our PTO meeting at 2:30 last week. The turnout was incredibly impressive, and the items accomplished are a great sign for a wonderful school auction later this year. If you missed the meeting or would like to assist in the Auction, please email the PTO at pto@stmikes22003.org.

Science Fair is Thursday night, and I just wanted to clarify that the event should only be attended by the students competing, faculty, staff, and the judges. The award ceremony will be this Friday following Mass in the cafeteria (around 9:15 AM).

God bless,

Daniel Cinalli
Principal