Saint Paul School is a Catholic community in which love of God, neighbor and self are foremost.
We provide a challenging curriculum promoting academic excellence
infused with Catholic traditions and values.
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Dear Saint Paul School Community,
Today we continue to celebrate the second week of Advent. This week’s Gospels we hear the story of John the Baptist preaching to the people. They tell us that John fulfills what the prophet Isaiah had said. John comes out of the wilderness to prepare the way for Jesus and his public ministry to the people. We too, are to listen to John the Baptist today as we prepare our hearts for Jesus’ coming.
Today’s Family Advent Prayer:
God of all nations,
during this holy Advent season
we wait in hope for the coming of Jesus.
Help us remind that Jesus came
for all nations and all people.
May our family work together
to bring about your kingdom.
Come, Lord Jesus.
Amen.
Our annual PTO Christmas Bazaar is next week. Thank you to all of the parents that have donated raffle and children’s shoppe items. This is the second largest fundraiser for PTO and we are exceeding our expectations!
THANK YOU, Mr. and Mrs. Dunn and Lavishly Dunn for the faculty Christmas luncheon and to
Barbara and Chris Horan for lunch from Comella's today!
Winter days are upon us. Students will be going outside so they should be dressed appropriately in winter uniform (NO shorts for PE) and coats, hats and mittens. Students that are not in the required uniform (NO leggings, yoga pants, etc.) for Physical Education days will be missing recess.
Please join us at our Upcoming Liturgies:
December 8 at 10:00 am prepared by Grade 8
December 17 at 10:00 am Alumni Mass
Reminder that all participants, regardless of vaccination, are required to wear masks at school liturgies.
Mark your Calendars for December Events:
December 8: Middle School Term 2 Progress Reports HOME
As dates approach, more information to follow via email on the following events:
December 9: Christmas Bazaar PS – Grade 3 / Red and Green Dress Down Day
December 10: Christmas Bazaar Grade 4 – 8 / PJ Day
December 13: Christmas Concert 12:30 pm Saint Paul School Gymnasium / Students in Christmas attire / This event is for PARENTS ONLY and will be livestreamed for family at home
December 14: Middle School Spanish Nativity / 10:00 am Saint Paul School Gymnasium / for PARENTS ONLY
Annual Fund. This year we have set a goal to raise $30,000 to directly support our educational programs, allowing over 40 faculty and staff and 220 students to benefit from our programs. As we approach the end of the year, I ask that you prayerfully consider making a gift in any amount to the Saint Paul School Annual Fund via the following link: https://payit.nelnet.net/form/prPDIFEx
Preschool and Prekindergarten could use your help at lunch! Please sign-up using the link in the Sunday PTO Newsletter.
TRAVELING … Domestic (out of state) and/or International … regardless of vaccination status please complete the following link. If your child is vaccinated, we must have proof on file in the Health Office. https://forms.gle/dcMNcWPBSdCfz4h38
Thank you for entrusting us with your most precious gift … your children!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Sincerely,
Principal
Learning is an Adventure of a Lifetime!
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During ADVENT we get ready to celebrate the coming of Jesus a baby in a manger at Bethlehem. What we do while we are waiting for Jesus is important. We can get ready for Jesus’ coming at Christmas by allowing Advent to make a difference in our lives each and every day. How often do we say, I’ll take time to reach out to others when I’m not busy, when I don’t have so much going on? The truth is we can make time for what is important if we make it a priority. Let’s instill this in our students!
As the season of Advent approaches on the first Sunday – November 28 we would like to have our students explore RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS in our community. Click on the image above for the December Calendar with ideas for each day for our students.
Let’s show our love for God and others this Advent!
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SAINT PAUL SCHOOL
ANNUAL FUND
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This year we have set a goal to raise $30,000 to directly support our educational programs, allowing over 40 faculty and staff and 220 students to benefit from our programs.
As we approach the end of the year, I ask that you prayerfully consider making a gift in any amount to the Saint Paul School Annual Fund via the following link:
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Kindergarten Service Project |
In the spirit of holiday giving and being “bucket fillers”, Kindergarten thought it would be nice to participate in a class service project. Mrs. Polvere, our Kindergarten instructor remarked that she is always humbled and overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity of the Saint Paul School community and was absolutely blown away by the response to this project.
Over the last few weeks, Kindergarten students were asked to complete chores around their house to earn money to buy gifts for other children. The students were so excited to bring in their donation and tell Mrs. Polvere all about the chore they had performed to earn the money.
Mrs. Polvere is so pleased and grateful to report that the class was able to purchase over $350 worth of toys to donate to Coop’s Troop Foundation.
Mrs. Polvere will be delivering these toys to the toy drive on Saturday, December 4th and will share photos with us.
We are so proud of our Kindergarten and so grateful for their kindness!
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MONDAY, December 13 @12:30p - CHRISTMAS CONCERT
in the SPS Gymnasium.
Students dress-up in Christmas attire.
**IMPORTANT: This event is for PARENTS ONLY and will be livestreamed for other family / friends at home**
TUESDAY, December 14 @ 10:00a - Middle School Spanish Nativity
in the Saint Paul School Gymnasium.
**IMPORTANT: This event is for PARENTS ONLY and will be livestreamed for other family / friends at home**
UPCOMING LITURGIES:
Wednesday, December 8
at 10:00a - prepared by Grade 8
Friday, December 17 at 10:00a
SPS Alumni Mass
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REMINDER:
WEAR WARM CLOTHES
The weather has turned colder!
Students will be going outside so they should be dressed appropriately in winter uniform (NO shorts for PE) and coats, hats and mittens.
Students who are not in the required uniform (NO leggings, yoga pants, etc.) for Physical Education days will be missing recess.
PLEASE BE SURE TO LABEL ALL OUTERWEAR, FLEECE & SWEATERS.
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If you are missing any items belonging to your student, please check our Lost & Found Bin just inside the main entry of the school.
All items remaining in the bin over the Christmas break will be donated.
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2021 SPS "SPIRIT GEAR"
FINAL WEEKEND TO PURCHASE
On Sale thru December 5
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Our school day begins at 8:20a.
Any student arriving after this time will be marked as tardy and are required to have their parents walk them to the Main Office.
With hopes of reducing distractions, we ask that you do not use cell phones while driving on school property.
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Children 5-11 are now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. We encourage you to consult with your pediatrician and vaccinate your child.
Please send in documentation of vaccination after the second vaccine.
A child is considered fully vaccinated 2 weeks after their second vaccine dose.
Getting your child vaccinated will help limit COVID -19 spread in our community, and it can help keep your child and their classmates in school.
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SAINT PAUL SCHOOL
TRAVEL POLICY
FOR STUDENTS, ONLY
Domestic (out of state) and International travel for students, only:
Please complete the following link regardless of vaccination status:
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Click below for the latest edition of our SPS student news. |
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If you are utilizing the program or plan to do so in the future, just a few reminders:
- Be sure to register your child(ren) online. The form contains important information such as the dates he/she will attend and who is authorized for. pick up
- Please send an extra snack and drink and, as the weather changes, a jacket/sweater for outside play
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Any changes to the days/dates. ( ie doctor's appointment, no longer needed, etc) , please email Jbruno@spshingham.org no later than the evening prior.
- Photo id is required at pick up
As always, should you have any questions or concerns, please email our Extended Day Coordinator, Jackie Bruno at jbruno@spshingham.org
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Rev. Tom F. Nestor, Pastor
Fr. Matthew Norwood, Parochial Vicar
Rev. Mike McNamara, Part-time Parochial Vicar
St. Paul
Resurrection
MASS SCHEDULE
DAILY MASSES
Resurrection: 7:30am Monday thru Friday.
St. Paul: 9:00am, Monday thru Saturday.
Resurrection: 7:00pm Wednesday, (followed by Confession, Adoration and Benediction until 9pm)
SUNDAY
Resurrection: Saturda @, 4:00p,
Sunday @ 9:30a (Family Mass), 11:30a, and 5:30p.
St. Paul: Sunday @ 7:00a, 10:00a
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Our Parish Collaborative invites all Saint Paul School Families to:
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Children’s Rosary, weekly on Tuesday afternoons at Resurrection, 4pm & 5:30pm Pizza and Cupcakes are served after each session.
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Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament with Reflections for children led by Fr Matt - monthly on the 3rd Thursday of each month alternating between St Paul’s and Resurrection. Our next gathering will be on Thursday December 16th, 5:30 pm at St. Paul’s lower church.
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Family Mass - Sunday 9:30 am at Resurrection
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Bambanelli Sunday & Christmas Pageant - Sunday Dec 12th at 9:30 am Mass at Resurrection
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SCHOOL CALENDAR
DECEMBER
3 Christmas in the Square
6:20p SPS Choir performs at CITS
8 Liturgy @ 10a by Grade 8
Middle Schl T2 Progress Reports HOME
9 Christmas Bazaar PS – Gr 3
DDD : Red and Green Dress Down Day
@10a Gr 5-6 Confession
10 Christmas Bazaar Grade 4 – 8 /
DDD: PJ Day
11 Santa Breakfast pick-up
13 Christmas Concert @12:30p in SPS Gym
(students in Christmas attire / PARENTS, ONLY)
14 Middle School Spanish Nativity @10:00a in SPS Gym (PARENTS, ONLY)
16 @10a Gr 7-8 Confession
17 Liturgy @ 10:00a / Alumni Mass
22-31 NO SCHOOL - Christmas Break
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MONDAYS at 9:00a
Every Monday morning Saint Paul School families and friends join together for a weekly rosary prayer group. We welcome anyone who would like to join! You may sit silently and pray or decide to be an active participant.
Please join using the below information:
Meeting ID: 846 0847 7021
Password: Rosary
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PTO NEWS
HOLIDAY TRADITIONS
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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 9
8:45-9:15 Preschool
9:30-10:00 PreK
10:15-10:45 Kindergarten
11 - 11:30 Grade 1
12:30-1:00 Grade 2
1:15-1:45 Grade 3
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2021
Christmas Bazaar Schedule
One parent is encouraged to join your student during their designated time to visit the Christmas Bazaar:
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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10
8:45-9:15 Grade 4
9:30-10:00 Grade 5
10:15-10:45 Grade 6
11:00-11:30 Grade 7
12:30-1:00 Grade 8
1:00 Livestream raffles via Zoom
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Supporting
St. Mary's Center
for Women and Children
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We are continuing our charitable partnership with St. Mary's Center for Women and Children in Dorchester. In the spirit of holiday giving, and to help our students realize how blessed we all are to be healthy and loved, we hope our students could earn these gift cards by doing a chore at home (see the SPS “Kindness for Kids” form). This year St. Mary’s is asking for gift cards to places where families can purchase items needed:
* Stop & Shop * Target
* Amazon * Walmart
* TJ Maxx * Marshalls
* Visa / Mastercard
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JOIN US TONIGHT!
CHRISTMAS IN THE SQUARE
from 5-8p in Downtown Hingham
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Downtown Hingham will be celebrating Christmas in the Square TONIGHT - December 3rd from 5-8pm. This Hingham holiday tradition has been enjoyed by thousands of residents and neighbors across the South Shore for over 40 years. All are welcome to join in this old-fashioned, hometown seasonal celebration. |
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- Santa will arrive atop a fire truck in the Square in a winter wonderland of white lights and festively decorated shops.
- Live music from local musicians and student groups
- 6:20p the SPS Choir performs!
- Giant Sized Peppermint sticks and other holiday novelty gifts available for purchase
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The classic movie “It’s a Wonderful Life” will be projected on the train vent courtyard along with a magical snow show (cotton ball shower) sponsored by Saint Paul School (many thank, in advance, to SPS parents: Mr. Doug Menard, Mr. AJ Andrassy and Mr. Chris Hussey for carrying on the tradition behind J McLaughlins)
- Watch an ice sculptor create a waving Santa from a giant block of ice
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Join in-person on Friday December 3rd
at the Hingham Community Center from 5-8:30pm.
Join virtually on Saturday December 4th until 9pm.
Over 30 beautifully decorated trees and dozens of items, which were made up of donations by individuals, groups, and businesses, are on display to the public and available for auction. Saint Paul School is proud to support this event with two trees this year (many thanks to Mrs. Lisa Tatalias and Mrs. Lisa Richards & Grade 8 for sharing this beautiful work). The money raised during this two-day event benefits the Friends of the Homeless of the South Shore and the Hingham Women's Club Scholarship Fund.
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Saint Paul School:
“Learning is the Adventure of a Lifetime"
(created by: Lisa Tatalias)
Reflective of the 2021-2022 school year theme, this beautiful tree includes $50 gift cards from Michael's, The Toy Box, The Good Sport (Cohasset), Buttonwood Books (Cohasset) and SPS spirit gear (including: 12oz wine tumbler, 28 oz aluminum water bottle, a SPS Golf umbrella .
Total value = $268 plus tree
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Saint Paul School:
Class of 2022 Tree
(created by: our Grade 8 class)
Enjoy the purple splendor of this regal tree decorated with handcrafted ornaments from the Grade 8 class. This display commemorates the life of our beloved mother, friend, and tireless volunteer, Liz MacLeod. Liz passed away in November 2021 from pancreatic cancer, and we chose the color purple to bring awareness to this disease and to celebrate the hope of the Season of Advent.
Enjoy $50 gift certificates to Nona's, Maggie's Dog House, Square Cafe, and Bloomy Rind, which were some of Liz's favorite places.
Total Value= $200 plus tree
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A full week of activity and fun at Saint Paul School.
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