Weekly School Newsletter
1.7.2021
Mission:
United by faith and service, 
St. Anthony of Padua School community forms knowledgeable students who are moral and courageous Catholic leaders.
From Mrs. Pudelko:
  • Our next batch of Chromebooks finally arrived! We will be VERY close to 1:1 with devices for all of our students. We hope to have these in the hands of students soon. Please be sure you've returned your Equipment Agreement to your child's teacher.

COVID 19 INFORMATION

  • HEALTH DEPARTMENT TOOLKIT: The Health Department continues to update the School Toolkit. All parents are encouraged to review these updates here.

Reflecting on the Last Year

The school year is almost half over. Reflect back on the past year. Did you make any positive health changes since the beginning of the school year? Are you thinking about making any now? Have you noticed any changes in your child(ren)’s physical activity level or their willingness to try new foods? Is your family eating more fruits or veggies? Do you have low-fat dairy items available? Are your kids drinking sugary drinks less often? Are they asking for healthier snacks to take to school? Little changes add up to a big payoff for your family. We wish you a healthy New Year! 

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St. Anthony of Padua App:

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Calendars:

All upcoming dates can be found on the school website or app.  


NOTEWORTHY NEWS:

  • National Day of Prayer for Legal Protection of Human Life - On January 22nd, the Catholic Church in the US will observe the annual National Day of Prayer for the legal Protection of Human Life. Also on this day, at 7:00 pm, Bishop Walkowiak will be celebrating Mass from the Cathedral of St. Andrew for this intention. The Mass wil be livestreamed that evening so that we can all pray along in the safety of our homes. As an extension, you may sign up to receive a daily text or email to participate in the 9 Days for Life Novena, by clicking on this link: Respect Life/9 Days for Life
  • Smart Aid - Families are encouraged to get their completed applications in as soon as possible. St. Anthony scholarships are given based on Smart Aid applications, as well. Link is here.
  • ST. ANTHONY FACE MASKS & SNOW BAGS will be available for purchase in the school office. Only child-size face masks are available. Proceeds benefit Home & School Association. Please see the link for more information: SA Wildcat Face Mask  
  • JANUARY HOT LUNCH MENU:

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING HOT LUNCH CHANGES FOR JANUARY:

January 12th and 14th lunches have been switched:
January 12 now: Soft Shell Tacos
January 14 now: Ham & Cheese Sub

January 27th and 28th lunches have been switched:
January 27 now: Chicken Quesadilla
January 28 now: Ham & Cheese Sub
Organization and Sports News:

  • BOXTOPS/FUNDRAISING: Just a reminder...you can send in Boxtops, Family Fare receipts or MyCoke reward #'s (found on 12 and 24 pack cartons).
  • SCRIP UPDATES:

  • WINTER I ATHLETIC FEES: These will be billed in Smart Tuition on the 5th or 20th of the month.
  • WINTER II ATHLETIC SEASON: Registration for GRACEAC Winter II sports is now open! Winter II will include girls basketball and boys wrestling for 5th-8th graders from after Christmas break (January 4) through the first week of March (March 6). The plan is to offer a full season of Winter II. The deadline to register girls basketball teams is Monday, December 7. Please follow this link to register: Winter II Registration
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