Dear St. Giles Families,
This week I would like to address safety concerns, particularly around drop off and pick up on both Columbian and Linden Avenues. I cannot stress enough how important safety is and how our traffic maps and crosswalk usage must be adhered to. As the weather gets nicer, we will have more pedestrians – as well as an increase in students riding their bikes – and we must ensure a safe experience for everyone.
We have a traffic plan that is not a suggestion but rather a requirement of all who drop off and pick up students at St. Giles School. I realize that everyone is in a hurry in the morning and that afternoon pick up is likely the longest 6 minutes of everyone’s day, but I need our families to consider how one misstep is all it takes for an accident to occur. We have designed a traffic pattern to make our drop off and pick up go as smoothly as possible and we require all students and families to utilize the many crosswalks available. We remind our Lions on a regular basis to use crosswalks and we need our families to reinforce this as well.
Please take a moment to review our traffic pattern HERE and commit to adhering to our protocols for the safety of our students. Please also remember to be patient with the students who assist with pick up and the other drivers in line. As a reminder, another good pick up option is to park your car on a nearby side street and walk to pick up, which enables you to skip the pick up line entirely (just be sure to use the crosswalk!).
COVID Protocols Reminder
I am grateful that we have not had any reported COVID cases since the end of February, but we continue to follow protocols regarding illness. If a student or staff member is out with symptoms that do not resolve within 24 hours, a negative COVID test or alternative diagnosis from a doctor is required to return to school. Thank you for your cooperation as we work to get through the remainder of the year as healthy as possible.
Stay safe and well,
Meg
A message from our School Board
We are pleased to share that we are embarking on a strategic plan for St. Giles School. This process will help us to evaluate our strengths and opportunities for growth – where we are now, and where we want to be. Our goal is to create a manageable plan that prioritizes key areas and guides us as we step into the future.
The school board vetted partners for this project, and in conjunction with school leadership, we have chosen Silver Lining Learning to guide us through the process. You can read more about their group and approach to strategic planning here.
Our strategic plan will involve the full school community – leadership, faculty and staff, families and students – so please watch for ways you can get involved and give your feedback as we set the vision and course for the future of St. Giles School. We will continue to update our community through eNews. Thank you in advance for your involvement and support.
Reminders
Black and Gold Pick Up and Fire Sale
Thank you to everyone who bid on our silent auction! If you have not yet picked up your auction winnings, please stop by the office during school hours to do so.
We have a few items left for purchase or sign up:
- SGS Stainless Steel Glasses
- Private SGS Adult Pilates Class - Saturday, May 7, 2 pm at Club Pilates in Oak Park
- Adult Volleyball in the Gym - Friday, April 29, 7 - 9 pm
Click here to purchase/sign-up via Handbid (Fire Sale category) or email
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Congratulations and Best Wishes!
Surrounded by family, friends, St. Giles faculty, staff and many of her students, Ms. Rebecca Burns, 7th-8th grade teacher, married Mr. Patrick Kent yesterday afternoon. Fr. Carl celebrated their wedding mass and we are thrilled to welcome Patrick into our St. Giles family. Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Kent!
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St. Giles School Shadow Days
Prospective students in grades 3-6 are invited to experience the life of a Lion during two upcoming Shadow Days: Friday, April 8 and Friday, May 6. Many local families consider St. Giles for their child's middle school experience because of our character development, academic rigor, high expectations and school leadership. If you know of a family who may be considering a St. Giles education, a Shadow Day is a great opportunity for their students to see for themselves what our school offers. Student shadows will participate in all classroom activities and scheduled specials for the day. For questions and to register for either date, please reach out to the school office at office@stgilesschool.org. We hope to see a future Lion you know in our halls soon!
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St. Giles 8th Grade
presents
Willy Wonka Jr.!
Showtimes are Friday, April 8th 6:30 and Saturday, April 9th 2:00 p.m.
Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students/kids/seniors
Advance tickets can be charged here or cash/check at the door.
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Grandparents’ Day
Friday, April 29
We are thrilled to announce that Grandparents’ Day 2022 will be in person on Friday, April 29th!
Grandparents’ Day is a special event where we invite the grandparents/special people in our Lions’ lives to join us for a prayer service and visits to the classrooms. Our special guests will have a chance to see our students and teachers in action and get a sense of the great things happening inside our school walls. Grandparents who would like to take their Lions out to lunch may do so.
Invitations to Grandparents’ Day will be sent via email, so please make sure we have the correct contact information for your child’s grandparents/special people on file. If you are new to St. Giles School, or have an updated email address to share, please send names and email addresses to Kelly Richard by Friday, April 8.
Make sure the grandparents in your lives save the date for this wonderful St. Giles tradition! A special eNews will be shared with more specific details, including a schedule for the day
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St. Giles Summer Enrichment registration is here!
Classes include Chess, Giving Artfully, Legacy Sports, Kids Klub and even ones our littlest Lions can enjoy! For a more detailed description, please look at the 2022 Summer Camp flyer. Most of our teachers have either scheduling conflicts or just need a break, so we have reached out to our vendors and they have responded! Sign up today!
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Junior Counselor Sign-Up!
Calling all incoming 6th, 7th and 8th graders! For the first time, we are inviting our oldest Lions to assist with our summer enrichment camps as junior counselors. We are seeking responsible, high-energy and compassionate students to work with our Kids Klub Summer Fun Camp and Legacy Sports Camp to help ensure a safe, engaging and fun experience for all!
To apply to serve as a junior counselor, please complete the form below by April 1.
Sixth and seventh graders are invited to serve as junior counselors for our Kids Klub Summer Fun Camp. Sixth, seventh and eighth graders are invited to serve as junior counselors for our Legacy Sports Camp.
Please note: this is a volunteer position. Students will be notified of their acceptance and assigned dates via email by April 15th. All questions should be directed to Mr. Siwek. Sign up below:
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Last Call for Original Works!
Order forms are not due back to school on Friday, April 8th.
With Original Works you have a chance to get a permanent copy of their creativity. It is also a great way to give gifts that have a personal touch. Please see the order form inside of the packet as it has many wonderful options.
St. Giles Scholarship Application
The application is open and you are encouraged to apply, if needed. Log on to your FACTS account and click on Grant & Aid. All applications will be reviewed after the April 15 deadline. Awards will be assigned by May 20.
Easter Break
Wednesday, April 13th is a 2:00 dismissal, per usual. As announced earlier this year, we added Thursday, April 14th to our break this year. Easter Break begins April 14 and classes resume April 25th.
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Thank you to all who have contributed to the "House to Home Kits". As we near the end of Lent, we are so close to our goal of assisting Housing Forward. Updated information about this initiative can be found here.
Resources on Catholic Social Teaching and details on how to contribute to the mission can be found here.
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Lenten Soup Supper
St. Giles CCW is partnering with Starship Restaurant, 7618 Madison Street in Forest Park, to support charitable works of the Fraternite Notre Dame Sisters. They serve the Austin community with meal distribution and a food pantry. Starship Restaurant & Catering has been serving the community for over 44 years.
Every Wednesday during Lent, we invite you to warm up with Starship’s homemade soups, sandwiches, salads and more. Starship will donate 20% of all orders placed on Wednesdays. The offer includes pickups, deliveries, and online orders, including catering orders.
- IMPORTANT – You MUST mention ST. GILES
- WHO – You, Your Family and Friends
- WHAT – Order a meal, take out, delivery, and catering – GRUB HUB orders not included
- WHEN – April 6
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HOW – Online at starshiprestaurant.com or 708-771-3016
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Hello from
Holy Trinity High School!
Upcoming Open House
Tour Holy Trinity's state-of-the-art building. Meet faculty, staff, students, and learn about the school's academic programs, sports, clubs activities, & more. Stop in our Gym to see our HT Boys Volleyball team play!
Join us on
Wednesday, April 6, 2022
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
(come anytime between 5pm and 7pm)
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Parent Preview Day - Wednesday, April 6
Whether you are a parent of a grade school student or thinking of transferring your high school-age daughter to Trinity, the Parent Preview on Wednesday, April 6th is an opportunity to explore your options!
This day is specifically designed with the busy, and not-so-busy, parent in mind ~ it's as flexible as you need. Check out the schedule below and your availability between 8:15-11:00 AM. Come when you want, stay as long as you can. Tailor the day to your interest and availability.
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Spring Spirit Week - April 19 - 22
7th Grade #FutureBlazers are encouraged to join us this week to experience the spirit of Trinity High School! Don't miss the "Just Because Games" on Friday, April 22!
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