St. Thomas School
Newsletter
February 20, 2019
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Fostering Faith - Inspiring Excellence - Cultivating Leaders
Top   Saint Thomas School Mission Statement
Saint Thomas School partners with the family and community to live the Gospel message of Jesus Christ by educating each child using Christian values, superior academics, and loving discipline in a Catholic community.

St Thomas School is a 2006 National Blue Ribbon School
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Dear St. Thomas Families,   
 
We continue to celebrate!
 
Mrs. Simons, 2nd grade teacher, was inducted into the Newport Central Catholic 2019 Athletic Hall of Fame on Saturday, February 16th.
 
 While attending NCC, Mrs. Simons participated in one year of softball, one year of basketball, three years of track, and four years of volleyball.  During her senior year, the volleyball team made it to the state tournament. That same year, she qualified for state in track in two individual hurdle races and one relay race.  She received numerous awards while playing volleyball and running track.  After high school, she continued to play volleyball at NKU on a volleyball scholarship. Congratulations, Mrs. Simons!
 
The 4th grade students created pop can lamps under the direction of 4-H staff last week. The exercise allowed the students to learn about the time and material required to create their lamp. Students entered the gym at the end of the day with smiles with their finished product. Great job 4th grade! 
2019-2020 Registration
  Don't forget that now is the time to register your child(ren) to reserve their spot for the 2019-2020 school year.  A completed registration along with your deposit is due in the office by Monday, March 4.  Please feel free to contact the office if you need a registration form or have any questions regarding this process.
 
A field trip to the Taft Theatre is scheduled on Thursday, February 21st as grades K-3 attend the production of Disney "Jungle Book".
 
The following is a list of the various activities and important dates in the month of March.    
 
March 6 - Ash Wednesday
March 13 -  Diocese Academic Showcase - Covington Catholic High School, 3:30 Registration
March 15   - This marks the end of the third quarter.
March 18 - 29 - IOWA Standardized tests will be administered to students in 1st through 7th grades.
March 22 & 23 - This is the date of our annual 8th grade play. Ever wonder how the old west was really won? Well, come to the St. Thomas 8th grade performance of "How the West was Dun"!! Performances will be held at 7:00pm both evenings. Tickets are $5 for adults and $3 for children/students (3 years and younger are free), $15 for a family.
March 20 -  Early dismissal at 1:50pm
March 22  -Third quarter report cards will be available on Sycamore Education parent portal.
 
Have a blessed week,
 
Deborah Flamm
Principal
Mother's Club Meeting
 
A quick reminder that our next Mother's Club meeting is this Thursday, February 21st! Doors open at 7 pm and the meeting starts at 7:30 pm
 
If you have not paid your dues, please be sure to turn them in this week. For any of you with an 8th grader, we must receive your dues in order for your child to be eligible for the scholarship.
 
We will have free babysitting available for Thursday's meeting. If you plan to use the service, please contact Carrie Rogiers at  Carrie.Rogiers@gmail.com .
 
We look forward to seeing you all there!
Camp Laffalot Early Registration

Laffalot Summer Camps is running an Early Bird Special for anyone registering thru Feb 28th.  All they need to do is use promo code15FORFEB and they will get an immediate $15 discount.  Pay either online or send a check by the 28th.
 
Mark the Dates

FISH FRY IS COMING

The dates of the Fish Fry are as  follows:

      • March 8 - Mother's Club
      • March 15 - Boosters
      • March 22 - Boy Scouts
      • March 29 - 8th Grade
We can use your help to make this event a success. 
Please follow the link below and sign up today!!!!!!


Time: 4:00 to 8:00pm.

Please...

We will need desserts donated  for all of Fish Fry Dates, they can be dropped off in the office during the day  or drop off in the cafeteria before or during the Fish Frys.  
Lost and Found
Make sure to check out the Lost and Found. We have a box and rack that is over flowing with clothing.  Many articles of clothing have been left in the gym during practices and/or tournaments.

For closures and delays, information will be sent through Sycamore Education in a  form of a text, or voice message.
Announcements can also be heard on
Channels 5, 9, 12 and 19.
 
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