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Thoughts with Mr. Watts

St. Catharine Families:

If the past 13 months have taught us anything, it is change is not only inevitable, but necessary. Adversity has revealed so many positive qualities we have within us. This pandemic has taught us to have hope like no other time, to become resilient like no other time, and to persevere like no other time in our lives.

We are realizing uncertain times may not give us a specific framework of how to get through it. We have been forced to lean on our own qualities and lean on the grace of others. We are also realizing there is no other option but to continue on the path, regardless of obstacles before us.

We are not through this pandemic just yet. There are still many challenges and we have a continued duty to keep ourselves and others safe. However, we are hopeful to return to the best of what we had before the pandemic, and what we can become because of it. Stay the course, love one another, and have faith in the Risen Lord during this time.

In Christ,

Mark Watts

If anyone in your household would have a Positive COVID-19 test result, you must notify Mr. Watts by calling (614) 949-7713 as soon as possible, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.

If anyone in your household has been exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 or is awaiting a COVID-19 test, the rest of the household must quarantine for 10 days or until the test results come back negative. Please call the school office as soon as possible in this situation. at (614) 235-1396.

We are required to post positive cases of students and staff on our website weekly. Currently, we have 0 active cases and 5 cumulative cases with students and staff. (As of4.26)

Thank you to John Page from PageTech LTD, Allison Leonard from Kismet Visuals & Co Photography, and all the amazing people that had a part in making this promotional video for our school. Please take a moment to watch this video and share it on your Facebook feed. Tell the world about our amazing little school! There will also be a Facebook post on St Catharine School's Facebook page that you can share.

We will continue to provide Free USDA Lunches for the remainder for the school year. Teachers will be taking lunch count during attendance. You will no longer need to update the lunch spreadsheet.

Contrary to prior communications, we WILL be allowing students to bring lunch boxes to school. Please make sure your child's name is labeled on the lunch box.

We will not be able to provide free milk or water to students who are not receiving a lunch from the school. Nor will we be selling milk or water at lunch. If your child packs a lunch, please ensure they have packed a drink as well.

April 26 - 30 we will be collecting diapers for the Bottoms Up Diaper Drive. The will be a drop off in the Parish Center or your student may bring them to school and they will be collected from the classroom or you can order directly from the registry on Amazon

Join us on Thursday, May 20th (11am-10pm) 

to show Bexley Pizza Plus the love that they have always shown us!! Please place a carryout or delivery order to say

Presented by the Diocese of Columbus Office of Catholic Schools

SCRIP has some of your mom's favorites available for Mother’s Day, as a bonus % BACK!

Shop at Whole Foods? They are now offered at SCRIP with e-cards available for immediate use. 

*St Catharine School and Church is not responsible for lost or stolen gift cards. They do not keep records of card numbers. Therefore, we suggest making note of your card numbers in case you are a victim of theft

E-gift cards and Reloads can be done at anytime through the website or app (RaiseRight).

Our social group focuses on general social skills and the specific needs of students going through adolescence.

This camp is designed for 6th-9th graders who have been diagnosed with a disability who need support in the areas of communication, social interactions and relationships.

This camp will help students work on skills needed to build friendships, learn expectations of the high school setting, and develop confidence in many different social situations.

Students will participate in a variety of fun activities and engaging lessons while getting to know other students in other Catholic Schools that have similar needs and experiences.

Due May 28

COACHES NEEDED!

Questions contact Paul Keiffer: pkeiffer@gmail.com

The Lindy Infante Scholarship Foundation helps families who need assistance paying for Diocesan athletic fees. Please fill out the application and send to:

Marty Raines

Diocesan Recreation Association

197 E. Gay St.

Columbus, Ohio 43215

Commissioners needed

Please contact PJ Keiffer with any questions at 614-668-0134 or email, pkeiffer@gmail.com

Sunday 8:30a - 11:00a - 5:00p

6:00a - 9:00p daily except Saturday

Saturday 6:00a -4:00p

These dates have been set by the Diocese. We will be adding addition dates (Teacher Professional Development Days, Record Days, etc...) at a later time. Please check the school google calendar for the most up to date information