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February 22, 2019

Dear Parents of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School,

Today we wrap up Internet Safety Week on campus. This Monday, all 4 ^th – 8 ^th grade teachers along with Mrs. Shamas, Mrs. Pavlock, Mrs. O’Connor and myself attended an Archdiocesan Inservice Day at St. Laurence Catholic School in Sugarland. We were joined by many of our colleagues throughout the Archdiocese to hear Fr. Sean Kilcawley from the Diocese of Lincoln, Nebraska. It was appropriate that we learn from Fr. Sean this week as he explored the dangers of many of the things our students may see while using technology devices. We learned how companies target young children hoping to create addictions that endanger the moral compasses of our students. This served as a reminder to all of us to work with our parents to protect our students --- through filters but more importantly through conversations and building relationships so our students know they can turn to trusted adults (parents and teachers) when they see something that raises red flags. Our Screenagers film on Tuesday evening confirmed the importance of our role in protecting our students in this way. Our job as parents, and teachers, is a hard one in this digital age. Please continue to look for Tech Tips in the Messenger. Resources are also available through www.screenagersmovie.com . Thank you for your help in taking care of our students --- our shared gifts from God.

Only by His Grace,

Veronica D. Tucker, M.A.

Principal

ALL-SCHOOL NEWS

NURSE'S NOTES

For 2/18/19 to 2/22/19:

02-15-19 | 5A | Strep Throat

02-15-19 | 8B | Influenza

02-17-19 | 3A | Influenza

02-18-19 | PK4A, 1B, 8A | Influenza

02-19-19 | 2B, 5A | Reported case of lice

02-20-19 | 2B | Two cases of Influenza reported

02-21-19 | KA, 6A | Influenza

**Please remind your children to cover and cough and to wash their hands often. Children must be fever free for 24 hours (without medication) before returning to school.

WRITING LEADERS - FEBRUARY

Congratulations to our February Writing Leaders. Keep up the great work!

3rd Grade | Maren Held

2nd Grade | Olivia Dykes, Gabriel Garcia

5th Grade | Peter Tamas, Cecilia Kloesel

FACULTY & STAFF LUNCHEON

Our Paduan Parent Coordinators are organizing three staff luncheons (Dec. 5, Mar. 5, Apr. 25) for the faculty of STAOPCS and we need your help! Click the Sign-Up genius to volunteer for lunchroom coverage (VIRTUS-certified only) or to bring in drinks, desserts or salads. Thank you!

Teacher Luncheon - Sign-up Genius

BOOK FAIR | Feb. 28 - March 8

Volunteer for Book Fair! During your shift, you will help children make their Wish Lists and purchases, and you may be asked to assist with the register too! We are also seeking volunteers to help with set-up and take-down.

If you are really looking to chomp up some more volunteer hours, we are also looking for Book Fair Champion Parents . You will be Mr. Mattern's right hand person in helping run the cash registers throughout the week. Please contact Mr. Mattern for additional details at cmattern@staopcs.org .

Book Fair - Sign-up Genius

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR PARTICIPANTS!

Congratulations to All Our Steps for Students Contest Winners

Grade with the most participants in Steps for Students this year: 3rd Grade
Top fundraiser and the winner of an iPad: Mac Janiszewski
Beat Mrs. Tucker's time on race day: Jorge Martinez & Leonardo Martinez

Thank you to all our students who helped fundraise through Steps for Students:

Molly Castillo

Maddy Dohm

Olivia Dohm

Abigail Fedele

Aurora Gonzalez-Vizzani

Enrique Gonzalez-Vizzani

Mac Janiszewski

Jack Janiszewski

Theresa Nahigian

Cecelia Nahigian

Andrea Navarro

Gabby Navarro

Michael Sibille

Alexis Stamps

Gavin Stamps

Charlotte Tressel

Ellie Tressel

Davidson Tucker

Joey Tucker

Luke Tucker

SILENT AUCTION - NOW OPEN for Bidding! Be sure to check back for new additions throughout the week! Bid at: 501auctions.com/staopcs

Class Projects, Super Silent, Arts, Children, Fashion, Food, Home, Sports, Travel, and Career for a Day:

Bidding Closes at 10 p.m., Saturday, March 2nd.

School Offerings & Make My Day (for Faculty & Staff):

Bidding Closes at 11 p.m., Saturday, March 2nd.

TICKET SALES

Ticket Sales end tonight at Midnight! If you haven't purchased your ticket yet, please buy your ticket or sponsorship ASAP. You don't want to miss this year's fun event!

Purchase Tickets

GALA VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

If you are able to assist with event volunteering click the sign-up genius to find a slot. Volunteers will be trained!

Sign-up to Volunteer

PARTIES & SOCIALS

More Parties & Socials are now available for purchase! Get your spot today before they sell out!

February 23rd | Middle School Mania | 6th - 8th Grade

February 28th | BINGO Bonanza! | 2nd Grade

NEW! March 23rd | VillaChef Party! | 4th Grade

NEW! March 23rd | Mimslow Beer & Barbecue

NEW! March 23rd | 8th Annual Dad's Night Out!

NEW! March 28th | Paduan Palette Painting Party | 4th - 8th Grade

PARTIES & SOCIALS REGISTRATION

GIVING BY LIVING

Don't miss a special Spirit Day to get your nails Gala ready!!

PLUSH NAIL BAR

Wednesday, Feb. 27th | 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Make your appointment at plushnailbartx.com or call 281.298.3275. Mention you are supporting St. Anthony and a portion will be donated back to our school!