St. Louis Catholic School Newsletter |
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Dear St. Louis Families,
Sunday begins one of the most special times to be involved in Catholic education: Catholic Schools Week. It is our time to celebrate the many gifts of Catholic education! I am amazed daily by all that happens at St. Louis. We are able to do and provide so much within our limited budget; we have high standards in academics and discipline; we have incredibly accomplished and qualified teachers who give 110% of themselves to their students; we have marvelous diversity in our student body; we embrace learning successes and support learning challenges; we have parents who give so much of their time and energy to support the school; and we do it all with Christ fully at the center! Every day there are reminders of God's grace at work in our school!
We are looking forward to a full week of activities, prayer and service, which will start with the celebration of Mass this Sunday morning, January 31st. Families are asked to attend any of the regular Sunday Masses, and students should proudly wear their school uniform. Due to the pandemic restrictions, we will not be able to have an all-school Mass. We look forward to celebrating our community service, spiritual gatherings, academic events, and fun experiences throughout the week! While this week is a celebration, it is also an opportunity for me to thank the school families who share their children with us every day and believe in our mission of faith-filled learning and academic excellence. We know the sacrifice that you make to send your children here, and we are grateful for the time you give sharing your time and talents with us.A special thank you to Kieran Mitchell and the entire PTO Board who help make St. Louis School what it is... Rooted in Faith and Growing in Christ.
Many blessings as we continue our work to #SpreadLove,KnowJesus!
Anne M. Dyke
Principal
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2021-22 Re-registration Due February 12th
St. Louis School families received a re-registration form for current students in the mail. A copy of the re-registration letter and form is attached. Please return the form and fee promptly to let us know of your family's intentions for the 2021-22 school year and to secure your priority placement in our classes.
If your family will not be returning, or if you are awaiting military orders, you must still return the re-registration form.
Spots will be released to new applicants after February 12th.
If you have questions about your re-registration, please contact Mrs. Madden, [email protected].
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Application Deadline for Prospective Students - February 1st
The 2021-22 application deadline for prospective students is February 1st for the first round of consideration. This applies to:
- Kindergarten priority registration for our St. Louis Preschool students. Priority spots will be released to new applicants after February 1st.
- Families from the community at large who are seeking K-8 admissions.
If you are a current family seeking admissions for a K-8 sibling, your sibling priority application deadline was December 1, 2020. If you missed that deadline, please contact Mrs. Madden, [email protected]
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Inclement Weather Policy
A reminder to families that we follow the Fairfax County Public Schools decisions regarding inclement weather closings and delays. St. Louis families will receive a Constant Contact email from the school whenever there is a change to the school schedule due to inclement weather.
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Yearbook News!
We are busy working on our 2020 - 2021 yearbook, and we are asking for your help. Please upload photos for the yearbook. We are asking for photos of the distance learning happening in your homes. We want to document how the coronavirus pandemic impacted our school year. Please upload any photos you would like to be considered for the yearbook. Eighth grade parents, please upload a labeled baby picture of your student. If you have trouble uploading photos, you may send them to Mrs. Ferguson at [email protected].
To order a yearbook or upload photos for the yearbook, visit Pictavo Community at commpe.pictavo.com. Use Google Chrome for best results. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
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So many ways to Spread LOVE with us in February! |
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#BetterTogether STL Trivia Night!
Saturday, February 13th
Test your knowledge of all matters of the heart and plan to join us for a grown-up virtual Trivia Night where we'll spread love and fun! Prizes! Raffles!
P.S. - Earn volunteer hours and donate toward the prize baskets! Check out the Sign Up Genius!
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Valentine Cookie Decorating Kits
Can't make it to Trivia Night? You can still support the Annual Fund by purchasing Valentine Cookie Decorating Kits from MB Bakery and some other sweet treats for your loved ones. The St. Louis School Annual Fund will receive 30-40% of every sale!
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Fill Our Candy Jar!
Select from a wide range of gifts with each candy heart representing a specific Annual Fund initiative. 100% of your donation goes directly to the Annual Fund and is tax deductible. Follow our progress on social media throughout the month.
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Make It A Love Connection!
Saturday, February 1-12
Upgrade your Annual Fund gift and surprise your child or a teacher with a special Valentine! Options include a card, "telegram" during morning announcements, or a "shout out" broadcast on the school marquee sign!
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Hawk Happenings - Week of Feb. 1, 2021 |
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Monday, Feb. 1 - 1:00 DISMISSAL
Tuesday, Feb. 2
Wednesday, Feb. 3
- WHITE
- Chick-fil-A Lunch
- Sign up for Trivia Night
Thursday, Feb. 4
- BLUE
- Spirit Dinner @ Noodles
Friday, Feb. 5
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"Empowering Advice to Support You and Your Child in 2021" Re-cap
In case you missed the Coffee & Connections with parent expert Rachel Bailey and Debbie Rosen and Linsey Thoms from The StudyPro can view a recording of the session here:
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Spirit Dinner @ Noodles, Feb. 4 |
Have dinner at Noodles on February 4 from 4:00-8:00PM. Lots of choices even for those who do not eat pasta and/or are gluten free. Come help the PTO raise funds for our school projects. Bring the attached flyer. We will receive 25% of the sales of our supporters.
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VOLUNTEER COORDINATORS
Jannette Wills
Juliette Theroux
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
CSW Recess Monitor:
DONATION OPPORTUNITIES
Please remember that $25 of donated items requested by the PTO &/or Room Parents = 1 Service Hour
CSW Service Project - Donations Due Feb. 1
This year our CSW Service Project is in support of the MaRiH Center. They have requested the list of items below in the Sign Up Genius and on the Amazon Wish List and have shared that the needs are great this year.
Trivia Night Prize Baskets - Donations Due Feb. 8
Although we do not have our silent auction this year we still have plenty of reasons to spread love #BetterTogether! We are asking for donations for prize baskets for our upcoming Trivia Night.
PTO Board Elections 2021
Seeking nominations for the PTO Executive Board Positions. The current PTO Board’s 2-year terms will conclude at the end of the 20-21 school year. Please email Grace Cross, [email protected] if you are interested in running for the open Board Positions - President, Vice President & Secretary. All current Board Members are happy to answer questions about their positions. We will vote on these positions at the May PTO Meeting.
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