🙏 The Messenger - January 10, 2020 🙏

January 10, 2020

Dear Families of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School,

Happy New Year! I don’t know if you’re like me, but when I was a child growing up in the 70s and 80s, I had quite the idea of what the year 2020 would entail. I envisioned a Jetsons-like existence full of space travel, telecommunication, vacations to other planets and more. Much of that has happened: we can communicate via watches, doctor visits can happen virtually and some cars even drive themselves. With all the advances, I’m so grateful much has stayed the same. As a Catholic school, we strive to hold true to our inherited faith while carefully integrating technology. We embrace our Catholic tradition, the need for academic rigor, the importance of partnering with our families and so much more. Please join me in praying for our school as we charge ahead into 2020. May St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School continue to flourish and grow while remaining faithful to the teachings passed down by our Church for centuries.

Only by His Grace,

Veronica Tucker

Please join me in welcoming Mrs. Cindy Bierbaum to the front office. Mrs. Bierbaum will work alongside Mrs. Cunningham greeting our families and helping our students, families and staff with whatever they need. Mrs. Sarah Hernandez and Mrs. Jessica Greenleaf will be completing the year as classroom assistants to Mrs. Wilson. We are so grateful to Mrs. Bierbaum for her years of service in Pre-K4 and her willingness to take on this new role. We are also grateful to Mrs. Booth for her years of service at the front desk and wish her all the best in her new job.

ALL-SCHOOL NEWS

ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL

2nd Quarter Awards - 2019-2020

HONOR ROLL

5th Grade: Ceci Amparan, Maddie Anderson, Jacob Dickinson, Sarah Fedoruk, Madeleine Girotto, Ty Heuring, Gianna Ibrahim, Audrey Maurac, Cecelia Nahigian, Gaby Navarro, Mariana Otero, Cameron Piefer, Dara Umoh, Daniel Walker

ST. ANTHONY HONOR ROLL

6th Grade: Caden Dixon, Joy Domitrovic, Anderson Dufrene, Joseph Hinkle, Natalia Lorenzetti, Aurora Gonzalez-Vizzani, Nicolette Naeher, Lia Nelli, Ethan Rivers, Bryer Peik, Benjamin Ross, Christopher Ross, Connor Staed

7th Grade: Sutton Blakesley, Sofi De Aguirre, Isa Perez De Arenaza, Melina Doucet, Tommy Laher, Colin Leahey, Neely Newcomb, Jessica Olsen, Valentina Otero, Annie Pesce, Daniel Robbins, Clare Strecker, Luke Tucker

8th Grade: Jess Bazaldua, Megan Brady, Katie Congdon, Josie Domitrovic, Ben Fedoruk, Mary Kate Kalke, David Nelli, Bella Pellegrino, Annie Perry, Abby Ryan, Kathryn Vieceli

PADUAN HONOR ROLL

6th Grade: Mia Ashley, Sara Bong, Sarah Boyd, Laura Hill, Riley Martin, Sabrina Munguia, Luke Twellman

7th Grade: Audrey Bitting, Anna Bong, Manuel Del Valle, Nadean Ibrahim, Marian Keklikian Rich, Madeline McCollor, Agustin Mora, Cecilia Pavlich, Jacob Shurman, Anna Claire Usner, Francesca Vignali

8th Grade: Ingrid Buchwald

PADUAN PRIDE AWARD

1st Grade: Angelo Carrillo, Marina Gonzalez, Miguel Ruiz

2nd Grade: Giovanni Carrone, Santi Amparan

3rd Grade: Gabby Cruz, Lelis Schubert, Joshua Munoz, Mary Zion

4th Grade: Karl Frankovitch, Heidi Robles, Aryanna Lorenzetti, EJ Jacob

5th Grade: Sarah Fedoruk, Jacob Dickinson, Ceci Amparan, Jackson Little

6th Grade: Kate Rosas, Joshelle Cabriana, Luke Twellman

7th Grade: Neely Newcomb, Tommy Laher, Daniel Robbins, Jaden Leddy

8th Grade: Josie Domitrovic, Miguel Moschella, Nicole De Azevedo

CHRISTIAN SPIRIT AWARD

1st Grade: Levi Pond, Inima Umoh, Roberta Ibrahim

2nd Grade: Alyssa Reyes, Damien Chee, Marissa Dickinson

3rd Grade: Quinn Rybolt, Stella Greenleaf, Olivia Dykes, Sarah Nino

4th Grade: Hallie Martin, Maren Held, Jacob Fedoruk

5th Grade: Seve Amador, Pablo Cavaluzzi, Hannah Cook-Norris

6th Grade: Will Ryan, Evan Filley, Andrea Garcia

7th Grade: Nadean Ibrahim, Sutton Blakesley, Clare Strecker, Manuel Del Valle

8th Grade: Ben Fedoruk, Diego Suarez, May Kate Kalke

BEACON OF LIGHT AWARD

1st Grade: Red Cardona, Emery Ellis, Joey Tucker, Juan Pablo Cornejo

2nd Grade: William Velardo, Grace Kovitz, Khloe Flores, Luke Pond

3rd Grade: Nicholas Coon, Juli White

4th Grade: Elijah Cronin, Hanna Brumfield, Isabella Del Valle

5th Grade: Nicole Olsen, Alexa Earls, Josh Beatty

6th Grade: Natalia Lorenzetti, Emma Riley

7th Grade: Isa Perez De Arenaza, Agustin Mora, Isabella Ibrahim, Gus Cornwell

8th Grade: Abigail Little, Juan Pablo Alvarez, Sophia St. John

SPRING SPORTS SIGN-UP

The STAOPCS Spring Sports season is just around the corner. It is time to find out who is willing to make the commitment to St. Anthony’s Baseball, Softball or Track program. Please complete the attached form and send in to Mr. Quickel by Jan. 18th.

SPRING SPORTS COMMITMENT FORM

COACHING POSITIONS AVAILABLE

St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School currently is seeking experienced, knowledgeable, enthusiastic and passionate individuals to serve in the 2020 spring season as:

Girls Varsity Fast Pitch Softball Coach (5th thru 8th grade)
Boys “B” Team Baseball Coach (6th thru 8th grade)

SAOPCS Softball and Baseball practices occur weekdays after school and games weekdays starting at 4:30 pm. Practices begin at the beginning of February. Games will begin late February and the Softball/Baseball season runs to late-April. All interested candidates must fill out a Galveston-Houston Archdiocese coaching application, provide a background check and complete the Safe Haven Safe Environment online course.

These are stipend coaching positions only. If you love the great game of Softball or Baseball and are looking for a rewarding challenge, please contact SAOPCS Athletic Coordinator - Dale Quickel – 281-296-0300 ext. 181 or e-mail at dquickel@staopcs.org .

NURSE NOTES

For the week of Jan. 6, 2020:

Below are the confirmed cases:

01-07-20 | 2B | Flu & Fifth’s disease (returned to school after break and fever free 24 hours)

01-07-20 | 4B | Flu (but did not return to school after break)

01-09-20 | 2B & KB | Possible cases of Fifth’s disease (undiagnosed)

Fathers and Daughters - join us for dancing, refreshments, and fun at our first-ever Father-Daughter Winter Wonderland Dance! It will be a magical evening that will enchant your daughter and be a special memory forever in her heart. Thank you for letting us know if you plan to attend!

RSVP

COUNSELOR'S CORNER by Janay O'Connor

Happy New Year! Wishing everyone a very blessed 2020! The character trait for January is Personal Best .

Important Dates for January

The Entrance Exam for all Catholic High Schools is scheduled for Saturday, January 11 with the exception of Duchesne and St. Agnes.
Mike McCoy with Mike McCoy Ministries will be visiting our school to talk with our 3rd-8th grade students about “Opening Their Hearts to Christ" on Monday, Jan. 13th. Mike McCoy is a native of Erie, Pennsylvania and a graduate of Cathedral Prep High School. He graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a BA in Economics where he played football and was a Consensus All-American. He was chosen UPI Lineman of the year and was sixth in the Heisman Trophy balloting his senior year. He was the #1 draft choice of the Green Bay Packers where he played defensive tackle. He played eleven years in the NFL – seven with Green Bay, two with the Raiders and two with the Giants. Mike served on the Board of Directors of YMCA Camp High Harbor, Camp Hope in Georgia, Pro Athletes Outreach and Wisconsin Special Olympics. Mike is President of Mike McCoy Ministries. He speaks primarily in Catholic Schools across America and abroad. He has also been a speaker for the National Catholic Educators Convention, Catholic Men’s Rallies, Bill Glass Ministries in prisons and to parents and coaches through the Notre Dame Play Like a Champion program.

Important Upcoming Dates

Catholic Schools Week is January 26 - February 1.
St. Anthony of Padua Quiz Bowl Team will be participating in the St. Pius Middle School Rally on Saturday, February 8, 2020.
Internet Safety Week is scheduled for Monday, February 24- Friday, February 28, 2020.

VOLUNTEERING

PADUAN PARENT LUNCHEON - JAN 17TH

Our Paduan Parent Coordinators are organizing staff luncheons for the faculty of STAOPCS and we need your help with lunchroom coverage and bringing in desserts & drinks! Thanks for volunteering! ( Sign-up Genius )

SHARE YOUR RAVE REVIEWS

Do you love our school? Spread the word! Positive reviews help us develop strong partnerships within the community and beyond, allowing us to expand the resources we provide to students, parents and teachers. If you are interested in helping the Advancement Office with reviews ( and earn Paduan Points ) please contact Katie Tressel at ktressel@staopcs.org.

A MILLION WISHES GALA

Please review the Gala Messenger sent on Jan. 7th for all Gala happenings!

GALA PARTIES & SOCIALS

Gala parties and socials are hosted by faculty or families and can be adult or child-centered. If you (and maybe a friend!) are interested in hosting or planning a party or social to support our students please contact Amanda Walters at agwalters23@gmail.com .

UPCOMING PARTIES & SOCIALS - Sales now open!

SNOW FUN PARTY - Pre-K3 & Pre-K4

Jan. 24, 4 - 6 pm | $50 per student

NEW "CAMP OUT" PARTY - 2nd & 3rd Grade

Feb. 7, 5 - 7 pm | $50 per student

BREAKFAST BREAK - 6th through 8th Grade

Feb. 21, 8 - 8:45 am | $75 per student

PIZZA WITH THE PRINCIPALS - Kindergarten through 2nd Grade

Feb. 21, 11 - 11:45 am | $75 per student

PIZZA WITH THE PRINCIPALS - 3rd through 5th Grade

Feb. 21, 12 - 12:45 am | $75 per student

MARDI GRAS CRAWFISH BOIL (Adult Party)

Feb. 29, 4 pm | $75 per person

STEPS FOR STUDENTS

STEPS FOR STUDENTS TEAM UPDATE:

We currently have 157 Team Members (7th place in the Archdiocese!)
Thank you to Doucet Safety Analysis LLC for sponsoring our team t-shirts!
This year our team shirts will be performance/dri-fit shirts! Each St. Anthony Team Member will receive a Steps for Students Race t-shirt & a St. Anthony Team t-shirt! To receive a Team shirt you must be registered by Jan. 28th!

Join our Steps for Students Team to be eligible for these fun incentives!

All student team members will be entered in a drawing to win Airpods!
All students who run or walk with us on race day will earn a Homework Pass from Mrs. Tucker.
Our top student earner (raising money through their Steps for Students fundraising page) will earn a FREE SHOE PASS (with the exception of Mass Days) for the rest of the school year!
TEAM UPDATE:

JOIN OUR TEAM!

GIVING BY LIVING

OTHER GIVING BY LIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Support our students by shopping at AmazonSmile: smile.amazon.com/ch/76-0652692
Shop at Shutterfly or Tiny Prints and 13% of your purchase will be donated to St. Anthony! Shop here: staopcs.shutterflystorefront.com
Box Tops for Education - The next generation of Box Tops is here. No more clipping – just scan your receipt using the new and improved Box Top mobile app. Find participating products and instantly add Box Tops to your school’s earnings online. Giving has never been so easy! And you can still send in clipped Box Tops for double the earnings!