Seeking nominations for the PTO Executive Board Positions. The deadline for consideration is Friday, April 28th. Please email Mrs. Calogero at mcalogero@stlouisschool.org if you are interested in being considered for President, Vice President, Treasurer, or Secretary.

The PTO Executive Board job descriptions and expectations can be found here. Current Board Members are happy to answer questions about their positions. Voting will take place at the May 23rd PTO meeting.

Looking for books to read this summer?

Spring Book Fair is Next Week!

The fair features a wonderful selection of books appropriate for pre-K through 8^th grade. Keep an eye out for wish lists coming home throughout the week! Hours:

• Monday, May 1: 8:30-2:00
• Tuesday, May 2: 8:30-3:00
• Wednesday, May 3: 8:30-5:30 (extended hours, Wednesday only!)
• Thursday, May 4: 8:30-3:00
• Friday, May 5: 8:30-12:00

REMINDER: Graduate Information Forms Due Monday, May 1st

Parents of 8th Grade students are reminded to complete the Graduate Information Form found HERE by May 1st. This form must be completed for every 8th grader. It is used to collect information for graduation planning purposes including your child's graduation gown order, optional congratulatory shout-out, name to appear on diploma, high school selection, etc. Shout-outs will begin posting next week in the order in which they are received.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

The counseling team will be going into 4th through 8th classes next month to teach lessons on mental health as May is Mental Health Month. The program is provided by Erika's Lighthouse, a nonprofit organization and is titled "We All Have Mental Health." The lessons last about 35 to 40 minutes in length and the topics include: understanding mental health, managing stress and discovering coping skills, and help-seeking. We are all too aware of the impact that not only Covid, but other social factors, have had on our tweens and adolescents over the past several years. Our children are at an increased risk of experiencing a mental health crisis or even self-harm. Our goal is to help them better understand just what mental health is, how to strengthen their mental health (just like physical health) and how to reach out for help should they need it when they are struggling with challenges and difficulties.

This is a very valuable resource and we are looking forward to presenting the lessons to your children. If you would like more information on the organization, the website is www.erikaslighthouse.org. Please feel free to reach out to us at counselor@stlouisschool.org if you have any questions

Thank you to the following Faculty/Staff for donating one or more of the amazing Teacher Experiences currently available at the PTO Mini Online Auction: Mrs. Dyke, Mrs. Calogero, Miss Donahue, Miss Balough, Mrs. Bobrowski, Mrs. C. Brown, Mrs. Blaha, Mrs. Aguilar, Ms. Brewer, Mrs. Long, Mrs. Larrabee, Mrs. Flaaen, Mrs. Downs, Mrs. Crooker, Ms. Canino, Ms. Brunner & Mrs. Kline.

Only a few hours left!

All your favorite teacher experiences and sought after PTO items are back! You can bid on them in the comfort of your home until 11:55pm TONIGHT! Proceeds from this virtual silent auction will allow the PTO to procure essential items for the school, supporting instruction and benefiting St. Louis students.

Did somebody say BBQ?!

Northside 10 Carpool Spirit Dinner - May 11

Northside 10, a St. Louis School family-owned restaurant, has put together a special menu for school families! The family barbecue meal feeds at least 5 people (leftovers, anyone?) includes Full Rack of Ribs, Carolina Pulled Pork, Jalapeno Honey Pulled Chicken, Mac and Cheese, Potato Salad, Baked Beans, barbeque sauce and rolls!

Place your order online by 12pm on Saturday, May 6th and pick your meal up during afternoon carpool on Thursday, May 11th. (EDC families can also order and pick up meals from afternoon EDC.) Please see flyer for important ordering and pick-up instructions. A portion of sales will benefit St. Louis PTO.

The Book Fair is Coming!

Book Fair time is almost here, and we need your help to make it a success. Sign up HERE for a shift at the Book Fair. It is a fun and easy way to help the school and complete volunteer hours. The Book Fair runs from May 1st-5th. If you have any questions about helping, please email Jill Hixson at Jill.hixson@gmail.com.

Volunteer of the Year Nominations

Please consider nominating a member of our St. Louis community for the 2022-2023 Volunteer of the Year Award. We would like to recognize an individual who has gone above and beyond this year, resulting in a positive impact on our St. Louis School Community. Please provide us with a brief description and some examples of why you feel your nominee best deserves this award no later than May 12^th. All nominees and the winner will be announced at our Spring PTO Meeting on May 23, 2023. Submit your nomination HERE. 

PTO Volunteer Hours

As a reminder - don't forget to log your volunteer hours! Log your hours here. Families that do not fulfill their volunteer requirements by the end of the school year will be charged at the end of the year ($25 per unfulfilled hour) via the FACTS system.

Questions? Contact Kerry Kaminski - stlouisvolunteercoordinator@gmail.com.

St. John Paul the Great High School's Oklahoma! - April 28-30

Oh what a beautiful day to get your tickets for JP DRAMA's Oklahoma! St. Louis alum Jillian Sheedy is performing. Reserve your seats today for this timeless Rodgers and Hammerstein classic here! Use promo code OKDiscount to receive $3 off 1 adult ticket. Performances Friday, April 28 and Saturday, April 29 at 7pm, and Sunday, April 30 at 2pm.

Mount Vernon High School's Beauty and the Beast - April 28 & 29

It’s a tale as old as time . . . Come see Mount Vernon HS Theatre Arts’ production of Beauty and the Beast this weekend. Shows are Friday and Saturday at 7pm and Saturday at 1pm. St. Louis alums from the Class of 2021 Matthew Boehm (Gaston) and JJ Dunn are performing. It’s a perfect show for the whole family and young children are encouraged to come!  Tickets are available at the door and online. Be our guest!

Bishop O'Connell Summer Camp Registration Open

Bishop O'Connell High School is introducing a collection of week-long camps for rising 5-8th graders. Our Knights of Adventure summer camp program offers many unique opportunities for students such as Cybersecurity Camp, Video Production Camp, Junior Veterinary Camp, and more! More information may be found HERE.

Bishop Ireton Summer Camp Registration Open

Bishop Ireton High School is excited to offer six weeks of Summer Camps beginning June 20, 2023 through July 28, 2023. Come explore what Bishop Ireton has to offer! We’ve added new camps and expanded choices in the areas of Sports, Fine Arts and STEM! Please see the attached flyer for descriptions of the camps and registration link. 

Terrapin Adventures' Sleepaway Camp

A summer camp experience they'll never forget! Terrapin Adventures' Sleepaway Camp program is a week-long adventure camp designed for campers ages 8-16 who are looking for that extra level of depth to their summer camp experience. St. Louis students receive $100 off the registration fee. Please see the flyer for more information.