Save the Dates

October 2nd - 8th grade HSPT class October 7th-Praise for Parents, 1:45pm- RSVP here October 8th - 4th grade Field Trip-Feed My Starving Children October 9th - End of First Quarter October 10th - PTO Meeting @ 8:30 AM October 10th- 5th Grade STEM Skateland Field Trip October 11th - Educator Day - NO SCHOOL October 12th- Knights of Columbus Oktoberfest Celebration October 14th - NO SCHOOL October 16th - 8th grade HSPT class October 18th - Little Flower Pumpkin Patch Day October 18th - Report Cards October 19th - School AUCTION - STCS Campus October 20th-Arizona Rosary Sunday Celebration @2PM October 21st- Start of School Novena for Our Lady of Guadalupe October 22nd - Arizona Tuition Connection tax credit training 8 AM and 6:30 PM October 23rd- Early Dismissal 1:20PM Parent /Teacher Conferences October 24th - NO SCHOOL Parent /Teacher Conferences October 28th-2nd Day of Novena for Our Lady of Guadalupe October 30th - 8th grade HSPT class November 2nd - PS-K Tour-A-Truck Community Event and Open House 10AM- 12PM

Parent -Teacher Conferences End of First Quarter

I mportant Dates for Parent/Teacher Conferences: October 9th- End of First Quarter October 18th- Report Cards October 23rd- Early Dismissal for Students 1:20PM Parent/Teacher Conferences October 24th- NO SCHOOL Parent/Teacher Conferences

St Theresa Little Flower Preschool Open House-Nov 2nd Please share with family and friends... All ECC families and guests are invited! RSVP here

Early Childhood Center Director - Mrs.  Jennette Zander feels so blessed to be part of the wonderful community at St. Theresa.  She has taught for over 15 years and has natural born love for early childhood education. Read More She comes to us with degrees from University of Arizona and University of Notre Dame, full of great experience and knowledge! We are truly blessed to have Jennette! For more information please email her at jzander@stcs.us.

Have you heard about The Little Flower Preschool? Truly one of the best kept secrets in Arcadia! Saint Theresa Little Flower Preschool has a professional staff that plans a meaningful, child-centered curriculum using the Diocese of Phoenix Preschool Curriculum Guide and the Arizona Early Learning Standards as resources.  Daily activities are planned that encourage cognitive, social/emotional, spiritual, language/literacy, small muscle, and large muscle development. We have a brand new, state of the art facility. It is fully staffed with certified, highly adored teachers and a wonderful new director! It doesn't get better than this. Click here for more info.

Notes from Father JC “Remember that nothing is small in the eyes of God. Do all that you do with love.”

Once again, those very knowledgeable students of ours, here at Saint Theresa Catholic School, reminded me of what is important...."And I think to myself, what a wonderful world." The Altar Servers were in the sacristy waiting for me to finish vesting so we could process down the aisle. Gracie & Annie (from 5th grade) looked at my chasuble and stole and said, “Those are all the children of the world doing little things with great love”.  BINGO! That is exactly what this life is all about! It was the Feast of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux, October 1st., and our children already know and are sharing the way of The Little Flower. The Patron Saint of our School & Parish taught a great deal about dealing with life. Saint Theresa wrote, “Remember that nothing is small in the eyes of God. Do all that you do with love.” That's what our children are learning and sharing— It is ALL about love! Thank you for sharing your children with us! Have a great week! ~Father JC

Please join us at our school mass on Wednesday, October 9th to recognize Fr. JC as our new School Liaison!

Halloween Costume Drive STCS Student Council collecting until October 16th

STCS is collecting new and gently used Halloween costumes and accessories for the family dining room of St. Vincent de Paul. Please place bagged costumes in the collection box outside the office. SVDP requests costumes appropriate for ages 2-15. No weapons please.

2019-2020 Student Musical

This year's musical, under the direction of Terry Temple, will be produced by Mrs. Ayala, Saint Theresa's Music teacher. Dates to Remember: Pre-Audition Workshop for Students: Tuesday, December 10 Auditions: Tuesday, December 17th, Wednesday, December 18 Rehearsals: January 17 - March 20 (Typically Fridays) Tech-Week Rehearsals: Monday, March 23 - Wednesday, March 25 Performances: Thursday March 26; Saturday March 28

Christian Service Award Information

6th and 7th Grades - Plan your service hours now so that you can apply for this scholarship in Eighth grade. See Dr. Dertinger for on-campus service opportunities. 8th Grade - don't miss the deadline! See STCS Webpage: STCS.US --> Home --> Parents [Tab] --> High School Scholarships [Menu Choice] or [Click Here]

Praise for Parents ALL ARE WELCOME! Come be a part of something beautiful!

Praise for Parents is a monthly program that offers parents a chance to have fun, relax, and become more mindful of the presence of God in their life. Led by Father JC and Kelly Bennan, the topics presented during this lighthearted class will reassure that YOU are a vitally important part of the journey in raising children. Class participation is not dependent on previous attendance.   RSVP here Join us for our upcoming class on  Monday, October 7th at 1:45 - 2:50 p.m. in the Lower Convent (by the School Office).  to learn about the many ways  FAITH  is an important part of our every day life. Has your faith been stronger at certain times of your life? How does faith help you as a parent?   "Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe".  - Saint Augustine

PTO News

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Auction 2019 - Seas the Day! October 19, 2019

Anchors Aweigh in 3 weeks ! Seas the Day Auction: Oct. 19th at 5:30 pm, STCS campus It's not too late to become a SPONSOR ! Tables & Individual Tickets are still available for a limited time ... VIP is nearly sold out ... Get yours today!

Don't Miss the Boat! Catering by Gadzooks | Open Bar | Live & Silent Auctions | DJ & Dancing and more!

Dads' Club News

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Teacher Spotlight Mary Griffin-7th Grade

Digging deep to bring her best for 21 years! Mrs. Griffin is an inspiration and she is beloved! Mrs. Mary Griffin has taught at St Theresa Catholic school for over 21 years! Not only has she shared her wisdom and love of learning with the many children she has taught over the years, she has shared her faith, personal strength and her thoughtful perspective on life. Just a few years ago, Mary underwent a kidney transplant that ultimately saved her life. In the years leading up to her transplant, Mary underwent dialysis at night while maintaining her daily workload at St. Theresa as a highly-esteemed and beloved 7th grade teacher. Students have watched Mary persevere through serious health issues with courage and faith, all the while inspiring students to become better and more spiritual in their unique journeys . Regardless of what she is teaching, her passion, faith, and love for her students are the constants. St. Theresa has a long standing reputation in the city for having the best Junior high, centered on preparing students spiritually, emotionally and academically. Mary has played an integral role in creating this magic and preparing students to be successful in high school and life beyond. Mary was the Arcadia News “Teachers We Love” Award recipient in 2015 and has received the Xavier Golden Gator Award (Excellence in Teaching) for many years. She worked in upper management for Harkins Theatres for 20 years before starting her career in teaching. She taught one year in the Scottsdale Public Schools before starting at St. Theresa 21 years ago. She is the STCS NJHS founder and faculty advisor since its inception in 2008. She was also on the Diocesan Mathematics Curriculum Committee. Mrs. Griffin likes to ride her bike between 20- 35 miles a week when temperatures permit. She enjoys watching movies, spending time with her husband, reading books and going to the mountains. Mrs. Griffin and her husband have one daughter who is an interior designer and lives in Seattle.

Important Parish News "We are vessels of love and mercy!"

Calling all 4 legged creatures! Sunday, October 6th @ 1:00 PM Our Lady of Guadalupe Courtyard All of God’s Creatures are Welcome!

OKTOBERFEST is Coming Up! The St Theresa Knights of Columbus will host the Annual Parish Oktoberfest on Columbus Day ~ Saturday, October 12th after the 4PM Mass. Join your St. Theresa Parish Community to celebrate the end of summer in Fr. Feeney Hall & Our Lady of Guadalupe Courtyard for amazing German Food, Polka Music & Beer! Thank you to our Scouts for assisting us in service to the Church. Calling All Young People Of The School and Parish , Grade 4 And Up… we need you as an Altar Server! Join us for new Server training on Saturday, October 5th, at 9AM , or on our rescheduled date of Thursday, October 10th, at 6PM. (Please note that a parent/guardian must also be able to attend.) Look for registration forms in the Parish Office!

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50th Anniversary-33 DAYS TO MORNING GLORY The Diocese of Phoenix is celebrating its 50 th  Anniversary by offering all parishioners the opportunity to consecrate themselves to Mary. Through videos, Father Michael Gaitley will gently guide us through his journey to entrust ourselves to Jesus’ Mother, Mary. Plan now to attend.  If you have already consecrated yourself to Mary, please consider renewing your entrustment to Mary with your fellow parishioners. DATES/TIME: OCT.17 – NOV.21 AT 6:30 P.M.  PLACE: CONVENT UPPER ROOM Please click here for more information.

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Our very own 'spiritual gangster' sharing his love and faith with the preschool kids.

A visit from the Little Flower on Feast Day! She shows us how to love God and others through "the little way."

Johnny Appleseed Day!

8th Grade boys, walking together in faith and friendship.

6th Grade boys are having a winning season on and off the field!

Our Closing Prayer was led by Miss Nelson's class! Make a joyful noise!

5th Grade boys are undefeated!! Winning Season....Keep ringing that bell boys! 5th grade girls are also undefeated! These girls are unstoppable! 8th grade boys were led to victory over Our Lady Of Mt Carmel by Mr G and Coach Dreier!