STCS Notes Wednesday, February 6th, 2019

Mark your calendar! February 7th- PTO Meeting, 5:30 with Mom's Night Out to Follow at Arcadia Tavern February 8th- Father/Daughter Dance 6:30 PM- Fr. Feeney Hall February 10th- CIMI for 6th graders (Catalina Islands) February 14th- Valentine's Day Feb 12th-15th-Scholastic Book Fair in Fr. Feeney Hall February 18th-NO SCHOOL Holiday February 20th-Tax Credit Scholarship Training 6:30 PM Science Lab February 22th- Famous People 3rd Grade -Ramada March 6th- Beginning of Lent-Ash Wednesday March 8th- Inservice- No School March 11th- No School March 13th -Diocesan Science Fair @ St. Jerome 2-3 PM March 15th- 5th Grade Field Trip-Junior Achievement March 20th- Homeless Mass w/ Students @8:30 am March 28th- 4th Grade -Pioneer Village Field Trip **Keep May 13th open for Grandparents Day, May Crowning, and Art Walk**

STCS automatic re-enrollment for the 2019-2020 school year will begin February 15th Please notify the school office before Feb. 15th if you do not plan to re-enroll Only families that are current with their tuition for the 2018-2019 school year will be automatically re-enrolled FACTS $300 non-refundable down payment (per student) will be deducted March 1st  Questions? Please call or email Heather Chapman 602-586-7490 - hchapman@stcs.us

Tuition for 2019-2020

The finance committee has submitted their recommendations to the School Advisory Board for 2019-2020 tuition rates, and the School Advisory Board considered the rate at its January meeting. From the recommendations, the final rates are being determined and documented for distribution and are expected to be publicized shortly. Given the steadily rising average of teacher salaries, the rapidly increasing cost of educational materials and textbooks, and the need to keep current with technological advances, tuition costs are expected to rise for the foreseeable future. Fortunately in Arizona, the decision has been made to publicly fund the education of all students and providing school choice to parents. While funding for public schools is direct to the Local Education Agency, tax supported tuition funding takes a more complex route to parochial and private schools. However, it is important to note that every child in Arizona should expect to be educated at state expense. At Saint Theresa, we have a number of families who have successfully navigated tax credit support through STO agencies and their tuition is fully funded with tax-credit funds - regardless of family income. Please make every effort, by attending the many informational sessions offered at STCS [Funds for All], to counter any increases in tuition by utilizing the tax credits available to you.

Applications are now open for the 2019-2020 school year. A new application needs to be completed every year. Deadline for first round is April 15th ~ Apply at www.fairapp.com Please contact Heather Chapman for more information 602-586-7490

If you did not receive funds from CEA for the 2018-2019 school year, you will be receiving a credit of $250 per family. Check your FACTS account for the credit! Please make sure to reapply next year. Applications will be available in February/March for the 2019-2020 school year.

Praise for Parents

Praise for Parents  Come to 'Praise for Parents’ on Monday, February 25th from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 in the Upper Convent Room . This monthly program is designed for parents with children of any age. Join Father JC and Kelly Bennan to energize your spirit with uplifting presentations, discussions and humor as we explore present-day topics of LOVE and the MINISTRY OF PARENTHOOD.   Join us for one class…or treat yourself to the program every month!   Classes are offered on a drop-in basis and do not depend on prior attendance.

Help Needed for RE Dept.

I need empty ‘Pringles’ containers with lids for a Lenten project for my R.E. families. I know it is short notice but I need about 150 before 2/24/19. Please drop off at the Parish Office (or School Office). Thank you so much for your help. Rita Laguna

Survey Says ...

Continuing with an analysis of the 2018 parent survey, questions 12 and 13 results are presented. Question 12: If improvement is needed, please list your suggestions: 57 Responses offered suggestions for improvement. Two areas of improvement were nted most often. In the area of Second Language Instruction suggestions included adding languages other than Spanish, expanding language instuction to include PS and up, making Spanish instruction more rigorous (particularly in the earlier grades) and strengthening Spanish instruction overall. In the area of Technology Instruction, additonal rigor, emphasizing coding, and integrating science and technology were offered as suggestions. Less often mentioned was more emphasis on Sacramental Preparation, more hands on experiences, consistency of instruction across classes, and homework (both more rigor and less). Queston 13: Do you think the academic demands of Saint Theresa Catholic School on your child are:   too much. 4.26% about right. 91.49% too easy. 4.26% Question 14: Do you think the homework demands of Saint Theresa Catholic School on your child are:   too much. 21.01% about right. 74.64% oo easy. 4.35%

PTO UPDATES Spring 2019 find us on facebook at WeLoveSTCS!!

Mark Your Calendar for these Important Dates:

Feb 7- PTO Meeting, 5:30pm Upper Convent, FOLLOWED BY MOM'S NIGHT OUT Feb 8- Father/Daughter Dance, 6:30 FR. Feeney Hall Feb 12th-15th- Scholastic Book Fair, FR. Feeney Hall March14- PTO Meeting, 8am Upper Convent March 4-15- Fundraising Apex Fun Run March 15th- Apex Fun Run March 21 and 23-Spring Musical

St. Theresa Parish Blood Drive

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Join the 2019-2020 PTO

WE ARE ALREADY PLANNING FOR THE UPCOMING YEAR! Our events are amazing because we have the best teacher/parent group around!! Hands Down! Are you interested in working with a dedicated group of parents to make key decisions and plan events for STCS? The STCS PTO is looking for volunteers to help fill the PTO Board for the 2019-2020 school year! The only qualifications you need are a "can-do" attitude and a willingness to provide leadership for this fabulous community. Veterans and first-timers are all welcome! If you are interested in volunteering for a leadership position, please reach out to Cary Buddensick at  cbuddens@gmail.com  or 602-540-3553; or fill out the PTO Leadership Survey at  https://goo.gl/forms/dwce1cb7ouX28CeI2 Thank you!

SAVE THE DATE FATHER/DAUGHTER DANCE FEB 8TH BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE

Scholastic Book Fair Feb 11th-15th VOLUNTEER HERE

‌ Online book fair starting Feb 7th Book Fair in Feeney Hall Feb 12th-15th Stay Tuned for Teacher Wish Lists Check out the STCS Book Fair site to make online purchases: http://www.scholastic.com/bf/stcs Volunteer Here

Parents of Exceptional Learners

Please notice the time change! February 2nd's meeting starts at 10:00am!

Date Night Couples

Dear St. Theresa Date Night Couples,   As January 2019 comes to a close, don’t forget the upcoming opportunities to grow you in your marriage…   Sharing the Good News of the Gospel with Your Children and Others—Date Night Couples Only Friday, February 15 th Where: Mt. Claret Retreat Center – Rollo Room Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm Reviewing the reading of Clear and Simple by Andre Regnier with Fr. John Parks and Mike Phelan   Retreat for Catholic Marriage Leadership Couples  |  A Day of Spiritual Renewal—Larger Group Invited Saturday, February 16 th Where: Mount Claret Retreat Center Time 10:00 am—4:00 pm Cost: $40 per couple Presenters: Mike and Sharon Phelan, Dcn. Mark and Barb Lishko and Fr. Charlie Goraieb   **Please see the attached flier for the link to register**

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