December 6, 2019
Dear Parents of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School,
 
Happy Advent! Last weekend, we entered the liturgical season of Advent. Advent comes from the Latin “adventus”, meaning “coming”. During this time, we prepare for two “comings”: the arrival of the infant Jesus through the Incarnation and the anticipated second coming of the Messiah. Many signs around us remind us of the upcoming arrival of Christmas: trees with ornaments, Advent hymns at Mass, 1st and 2nd graders preparing for their Christmas program, and Advent wreaths adorning our school and homes. As Father Kingsley shared at our school Mass this week, we must prepare for school by getting up, washing our face and changing out of our pajamas. Similarly, we must prepare our hearts for the blessing of the arrival of Christ. May your Advent be one full of Hope, Love, Joy and Peace.

Only by His Grace,

Veronica Tucker
ALL-SCHOOL NEWS
STEWARDSHIP PROJECT - 2ND QUARTER
For our 2nd Quarter Stewardship Project, we will join with our parish to support Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston . Through their Share Your Blessings Christmas Campaign, Catholic Charities provides gifts to children and families in need in the Greater Houston community. We are excited to partner with them, helping to remind those who receive the gifts that they are not alone and forgotten by their community.
  • We will be collecting toys and books that are appropriate for infants through age 12.
  • Donations can be dropped off in one of the plastic bins located in front of the Church doors
NURSE NOTES
For the week of December 5, 2019:

12-02-19 | 5B | Strep Throat (diagnosed over break)
12-02-19 | 1A & 2A | Influenza
12-03-19 | KB | Strep Throat
12-03-19 | PreK3 | Fifth’s Disease (diagnosed over break)
12-04-19 | 4B | Influenza
12-04-19 | 6A | Strep Throat
FINE ARTS CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
Our Middle School Fine Arts Christmas Program is just around the corner! We are excited to feature our Band, Choir and Angels!
  • December 10 - Program Practice, 3:45 PM
  • December 11 - Fine Arts Christmas Program, 6:30 PM

FIRST & SECOND GRADE CHRISTMAS PROGRAM
  • December 17, 6:30 PM
DNN BROADCAST - DECEMBER 6, 2019
Today's broadcast had technical difficulties and was unable to air. Sorry!
A MILLION WISHES GALA
DECEMBER PARTIES & SOCIALS (Sales close at NOON TODAY ):
  • $50 per student. Purchase at the link above!
  • $20 per student. Purchase at the link above!

A MILLION WISHES GALA TICKET PRE-SALE
INDIVIDUAL TICKETS: $175    Available for $125 Dec. 6th - 13th!
PADUAN PATRONS: $500 Available for $400 Dec. 6th - 13th!
  • Two reserved seats at the Gala
  • Recognition on Gala website and sponsor page of the auction catalog.
  • Recognition in the Gratitude Report.
GALA GIFT CARD DRIVE
We are collecting gift cards for the  A Million Wishes Gala ! Gift cards for restaurants, family activities, spa/salons and retail shops are popular.  December 2—20:  Drop-off gift cards at the Main Office or the Advancement Office during school hours! Please send in Attention: Gala Committee and include your family's name with donation/gift card so that we can provide proper donation acknowledgment . Thank you!
WINNER'S CHOICE RAFFLE:
One (1) Grand Prize Winner will win  a choice of one of three trips   :

  • Fairmont Bermuda - 4-Night Stay at The Fairmont Southampton in Bermuda with Airfare for 2
  • Disney World Adventure - 4-Night Stay at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress with Airfare for 2 & Disney Gift Card ($550)
  •  New York Broadway - Choice of 2 Broadway Shows, 3-Night Weekend Stay with Airfare for 2

Tickets and more information will go home in your student's folder today. Please be sure to read the Raffle Ticket Sales Guide thoroughly to answer any questions. Contact  advancement@staopcs.org  if you need more tickets!
GIVING BY LIVING
OTHER GIVING BY LIVING OPPORTUNITIES
UPCOMING DATES
12/08/2019 - Fellowship Sunday - Gala Raffle Ticket Sales ( Sign-up Genius )
12/09/2019 - Mass (8-2) - Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, 9 a.m.
12/11/2019 - Fine Arts Christmas Program, 6:30 PM
12/11/2019 - No Mass ( Moved to 12/9 for the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception)
12/11/2019 - What's Brewing with 4th Grade, 8:15 a.m.
12/12/2019 - Paduan Pods
12/13/2019 - Middle School Exams
12/13/2019 - Spirit Shirt & Jeans Day
12/17/2019 - 1st & 2nd Grade Program, 6:30 p.m.
12/18/2019 - Mass (7-1), 9 a.m.
12/19/2019 - Christmas Celebrations
12/19/2019 - NOON DISMISSAL - BEYOND THE BELL CLOSES @ 12:00 NOON
12/20/2019 - CHRISTMAS BREAK

More pics from the week are featured on Instagram & Facebook !
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7901 Bay Branch Dr.
The Woodlands, TX 77382