Dear Families of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School,

I LOVE Grandparents’ Day. Today, when our school is full of our generation of grandparents, the feel of campus is different. There is SO MUCH love and joy in this building. The relationship between a child and his/her grandparents is unique and so special and I’m beyond grateful for those who were able to join us today. I also think it’s important to take a moment to think of those grandparents who are not able to join us because they may live too far, or may be ill or may be looking down on us from heaven. I know my own fourth-grade Dolphins treasure this day with mom Mom, their “Nina”, but also feel the absence of my Dad, their “Papa”. I remember Grandparents’ Day growing up. All four of my grandparents were local to my elementary school, St. Andrew Catholic School in Fort Worth, and I remember times when all four came and some when only a couple were able to make it. I remember thinking --- even knowing --- that my grandparents were the very best in the building. I no longer have grandparents. But my Grandmommy, Granddaddy, Nana and Pa, live on in me. They helped make me who I am today and the unconditional love they showed me when they could is something I will always treasure. So, thank you, to our Grandparents, for loving our parents and for loving us. And thank you for all the ways you support our school and our students. I pray you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving Break.

Only by His Grace,

Veronica Tucker

Principal

CALENDAR CHANGE

A holiday has been added to our calendar on Monday, March 20 (the Monday after spring break) as a reward for hitting 90% participation for the Fund for St. Anthony! Thank you to all who gave!

DNN - Nov. 18th (Special Grandparents Day DNN)

NURSE NOTES

Prayers you all have a very blessed (and healthy) Thanksgiving break.

Week of 11/11/22 to 11/17/22:

Kindergarten - 1 reported case of influenza and reported case of conjunctivitis, 1 reported case of strep throat

1st - 2 reported case of influenza

2nd - 2 reported cases of influenza and a reported case of strep throat

3rd - 3 reported cases of influenza

7th - 1 reported case of influenza

8th - 1 reported case of influenza

**Several students have been out with flu-like illness, but are not officially diagnosed as influenza and can not be reported as such.** If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Nurse Pavlock or Attendance.

PADUAN PARENT LUNCHEON

Our Paduan Parent Coordinators are organizing three staff luncheons (Dec. 2, Jan. 27, Mar. 29) for the faculty of St. Anthony and we need volunteer help covering lunch duties and bringing in desserts & drinks! Thanks for volunteering! Please click the link to sign-up for Dec. 2nd!

PADUAN PARENT COLLECTION

Dear St. Anthony Families,

To thank our faculty and staff for their endless energy, caring ways, and amazing creativity, Paduan Parents is coordinating a one-time collection to provide Christmas and End-of-the-year gifts for the 2022-2023 school year. Because our children have different teachers on a regular basis at St. Anthony, the Paduan Parents Collection offers an optional opportunity for you to contribute towards a school-level gift to thank all faculty & staff who support your children. To participate, please send in your contribution in an envelope to the front desk of the school by December 9. Cash or checks (made payable to St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School) are accepted. Thank you for your support of our faculty & staff!

Sincerely in Christ,

Ileana Amparan, Middle School Parent Coordinator                                 

Allie Landry, Elementary Parent Coordinator                                     

Andrea Aertker, Early Childhood Parent Coordinator

DOLPHIN SPORTS RESULTS

11/14/22: JPII Boys at SAOPCS C-Team Dolphins-15 Saints-32, JV Dolphins-19 Saints-46, Varsity Dolphins-34 Saints-69

11/15/22: JPII Girls at SAOPCS JV Dolphins-16 Saints-13, Varsity Saints-44, Dolphins-22

Upcoming Dolphins Basketball:

11/29/22: CTR Girls at St. Anthony JV at 4:30 PM, Varsity at 5:30 PM

Varsity Girls at the Trinity Lutheran Basketball Tournament:

12/2/22: Middle School Gym St. Anthony (White) vs St Mark Lutheran at 5:00 PM

12/2/22: Family Life Center Gym Court 1 SAOPCS (White) vs Immanuel Lutheran at 7:00 PM

12/3/22: Family Life Center Gym Court 2 Our Savior Lutheran vs St. Anthony (Navy) at 9:00 AM

Gym Location: 18926 Klein Church Rd, Spring, TX 77379

Varsity Boys at the Trinity Lutheran Basketball Tournament:

12/2/22: Family Life Center Gym Court #1 - St Mark Lutheran vs St. Anthony (NAVY) at 6:00 PM

12/2/22: Middle School GYM - St. Anthony (White) vs Concordia Lutheran San Antonio at 8:00 PM

12/3/22: Family Life Center GYM Court #1 Salem Lutheran vs St. Anthony (NAVY) at 11:00 AM

Gym Location: 18926 Klein Church Rd, Spring, TX 77379

THANK YOU!

Thank you for the amazing support on Dolphin Donor Day! In just 24 hours we raised $130,000 for the Fund for St. Anthony and reached 96% family participation! We are looking forward to celebrating with our students!

On Wednesday, Dec. 7:

• 4A & 7A will have a PJs and Pizza Party for being the first two classes to reach 100% participation!
• Pre-K3, KA, 1B, 3A, 3B, 7B also had 100% participation and will be allowed to wear PJs too!
• PJ DAY Dress guidelines: Students can wear appropriate and conservative pajamas to school. Appropriate attire includes long pajama bottoms and sweatpants. No slippers. All clothing items must fit within the Free Dress Guidelines of our dress code.
• All Middle School classes will be invited to throw water balloons at Mr. Wetzel, Mr. Wallace, and Mr. Cayanan for reaching 90% participation!

Finally - the whole school earned Monday, March 20th as an extended Spring Break Day Off for reaching 90% participation (updated calendar)!

SIGN-UP PARTIES

We are excited to announce our first Gala Sign-Up Parties for the year! Gala Sign-up Parties are hosted by faculty or families and can be adult, family or child-centered—and most importantly, FUN! All proceeds from Gala Sign-Up Parties benefit our school and students. If you are interested in purchasing a spot at one of these Sign-up Parties, click the links below for more details and to purchase!

WINNER'S CHOICE RAFFLE

For the 5th year, we are hosting a Winner's Choice Raffle as a part of our Gala! Raffle packets went home in Green Folders with Youngest/Only students today. Please be sure to read the letter thoroughly to answer your questions.

This is the Greatest Show Gala: WINNER’S CHOICE RAFFLE • PRICE: $20.00 each. One (1) Grand Prize Winner will win a choice of one (1) of three trips:

• FAIRMONT BERMUDA 4-Night Stay at Select Fairmont Locations in Bermuda with Airfare for 2
• GLAMPING GETAWAY 3-Night Luxury Camping Adventure near Yosemite or the Russian River with Airfare for 2
• THE LINKS AT SPANISH BAY Round of Golf at The Links at Spanish Bay (Pebble Beach, CA), Golf Cart Rental, Hyatt Regency Monterey 3-Night Stay with Airfare for 2

NOTES: **Winspire Booking & Concierge can assist winner with extra hotel nights, airfare upgrades, and additional guests at winner’s expense.

Raffle tickets may also be purchased on our gala website at: RAFFLE TICKETS

Thank you to Tachus Fiber Internet for sponsoring this year's Raffle!

MORE GALA DETAILS

Stay tuned for additional details about the This is the Greatest Show Gala in a Special Gala Messenger on November 28th. Be sure to look out for details about:

• Tickets & Sponsorships
• Winner's Choice Raffle
• Auction registries
• More information about Sign-up Parties & In-Class Parties

Have you heard the news? Father Jesse has joined our team and will be running with us! Join our St. Anthony team to be a part of Steps for Students on February 11, 2023.

St. Anthony of Padua's Steps for Students team will be raising funds to upgrade sound and lighting in our gym to improve our student programs and fine arts presentations. 

**All St. Anthony Students who join our team by Nov. 30th will receive a Free Shoe Pass (except Mass Days) for the month of December!** 

ADVENT MISSIONS

We are very excited to announce our upcoming Advent Missions for 2022 - one in English, and another in Spanish! Both will take place on Sunday, November 27th and Monday, November 28th, from 7:30-9pm. Our guest speaker at the English Advent Mission will be Fr. Leo Patalinghug, a priest member of a community of consecrated life, Voluntas Dei (The Will of God), and the guest speaker at our Spanish Advent Mission will be Fr. Gerardo Macias, a consecrated member of the Work of Mary (Opus Mariae) also known as the Focolare Movement. 

We can't wait to kick off the powerful season of Advent with two incredible evenings focused on finding Jesus in this season of prayer and preparation. Join us!

English mission: https://ap.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/616502

Spanish Mission: https://ap.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1497475

MONDAYS - Chess Club, 3:45-4:45 PM, Library

TUESDAYS - Parent Rosary Group (English) 8:15 AM, PLB Room 204 

TUESDAYS - Awakening! Bible Study (Middle School) 7:15 AM, Paduan Center 

THURSDAYS - Parent Rosary Group (Spanish) 8:15 AM, PLB Room 204

THURSDAYS - ROBO Fins Robotics Club, 4-5 PM (7th & 8th Graders)

WEDNESDAYS - Mass Choir, 6:45 AM, Sheltz Hall 

WEDNESDAYS - Run Club, 3:30 PM, Sports Fields

WEDNESDAYS - Art Club, 3:45-5 PM, Art Room

FRIDAYS – Quiz Bowl, 3:45-5:00 PM, Mrs. Sturgeon's Room

Please check the calendar and/or communications from club advisors regarding cancellations or changes. 

11/21/2022 - 11/25/2022 - Thanksgiving Break

11/29/2022 - SPIRIT DAY @ Chick-fil-A Alden Bridge, All Day    

11/29/2022 - Elementary Advent Reconciliation, 10:00 AM  

11/30/2022 - GALA: Breakfast with Santa, 7:00 AM, Sheltz Fellowship Hall (SOLD OUT)

11/30/2022 - Mass (2A), 9:00 AM, Church

12/1/2022 - Fine Arts Program, 6:30 PM

12/2/2022 - Spelling Bee, 8:15 AM

12/2/2022 - Paduan Parent Staff Luncheon

Full Calendar available in FACTS and on the App!

SHARE YOUR PHOTOS

Do you have athletics or school event photos that you'd like to share for possible use in our yearbook or in school media? Please upload photos to our school Dropbox at this link: https://www.dropbox.com/request/UW0oqUAV9OySKlqlOShr. Photos can be uploaded at anytime before the end of the school year. Thank you for helping us showcase our athletes and students! If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Tressel at advancement@ap.school.