The recent pandemic brought about many shifts to the school calendar as well as changes in procedures in order to keep everyone safe. Interestingly, we found many silver linings.

One silver lining is the virtual method of connecting parents and teachers in order to hold conferences. Parents reported back that it was much easier to connect online than to try to acquire a day off, to coordinate meetings for multiple children, to hurry from one meeting to another, to be delayed due to the conference ahead of yours running long, childcare, etc.

So, we shall continue with virtual conferences.

Virtual conferences will be held on Friday, December 1, 2023.

Parents will be able to schedule their December parent-teacher conference, beginning Monday, November 6, 2023, by clicking the link below.



Good communication between parents and teachers creates a positive atmosphere for children to learn. All of the conferences are scheduled at ten-minute intervals so that every parent has the opportunity for a short meeting with the teacher. If you have a serious concern, you may need to schedule a longer appointment at another time. 

Report Cards will be made available online as 3:00 P.M. on

Friday, December 1 for grades K through 8.

Dear Parents,

Some of the students opted for fad haircuts, coloring their hair, and letting their hair grow over the summer.

I allowed September to be a transitional time - an opportunity for a return to the required dress code. It is now almost November and I am seeing that many students are not in compliance.

November 1 is the start of Winter Uniforms. This is also the date where the outlined dress code will be enforced.

Please be reminded:

JEWELRY & HAIR:

• Necklaces (other than religious medals), bracelets, hair wraps, dangling earrings, nail polish/gels/tips and make-up are not permitted.
• Simple watches ONLY - no smart watches may be worn by both boys and girls.
• Girls may wear small post earrings; however, earrings for boys are not permitted.
• Boys’ hair should be short and well groomed. Hair length may not exceed the back of the shirt collar and should be above the eyes.
• Fad haircuts and hair coloring/highlighting of any kind are prohibited.
• Body piercing or body art is prohibited.

Thank you for your immediate compliance and support. After November 1, 2023, detentions will be assigned.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Elizabeth Tonkovich

Principal

Winter uniforms are expected to be worn by all students in PreK through 8th grade beginning Wednesday, November 1, 2023.

Parents are reminded that students play outside for recess even during winter months. Please make sure your children come to school with appropriate outerwear.

The November edition of Partners in Faith is here!

Thanksgiving Day is a wonderful chance to give thanks to God for all His blessings to us, and should encourage us to be generous with others. The main article on page one gives a few practical ways to make Thanksgiving more meaningful.

Joshua and his family dedicated themselves to serving the Lord, even when few around them would – much like now. Find simple, effective suggestions in our main feature on page two to help your family imitate Joshua’s faithfulness today.

The Scripture this month covers Jesus’ parable of the Sorting of the Sheep and the Goats. It’s a powerful statement: Whatever we do to the “least” of our brethren, He Himself receives personally. How can parents encourage children to be like the “sheep” of Jesus’ parable, and not the “goats?” See the Scripture Lesson on page two to find out.

Parents, please be reminded that on Friday, November 3, 2023 all students will have an early dismissal.

PreK 4 students will be dismissed at 12:00 P.M. and Students in Grades K-8 will be dismissed at 12:30 P.M.

Saturday, November 11, 2023 is Veteran's Day;

a day in which we honor all military veterans.

Welcome to the Blue Jay Café!

Lunch will be $5.00 for a daily lunch purchase.

Meal tickets may be purchased in advance by purchasing a lunch card. Lunch cards ares sold in increments of 10 or 20 meals. 10 meals for $45.00 or $20 meals for $90.00. *Please note if you purchase a lunch card you are saving $5.00 on 10 lunches and $10.00 on 20 lunches.  

If you have multiple children in the school please only send in one check as siblings share a family lunch card.

If you have any questions please email cafeteria@stdomschool.org

Please also note the following:

• All money for hot lunch options, bagels, and/or salads must be sent to school in an envelope marked with the students name and homeroom and will be collected by the teacher upon taking the morning lunch count. ONLY money for the purchase of lunch will be collected at that time.
• Any money for a child wishing to purchase a snack from the snack stand must remain with the child and be utilized directly at the stand.
• Lunch tickets remain at school and are distributed as needed.
• Lunch Tickets are for complete meals only and may not be used to purchase snacks. 
• A 2nd slice of pizza is $2.00 on Tuesday and Friday.
• All checks must be made payable to St. Dominic School. Parents are asked to include the student's name and homeroom on the check.
• All of the prices at the snack stand are the same this school year. Please check the menu for prices.

Reminder: In the event of an emergency or if your child forgets their lunch or lunch money, they will be allowed to charge for that day. Payment of that charge must be remitted the following day.

The National Junior Honor Society would like to once again sincerely thank the families of our school community for the Think Pink for Breast Cancer donations. 

We truly thank you for your support!  

Although re-registration for the 2024-2025 will be held in January, you can plan ahead and apply for tuition assistance today. Tuition assistance is awarded each year to families with children in Grades K-12 through the Diocesan Tuition Assistance Program.

Financial awards are made based on financial need.

In order to ensure a fair and impartial analysis,

applications are made through FACTS Management.

Please note that the deadline to apply for tuition

assistance is March 1, 2024. 

November 1

All Saints Day

Winter Uniform Begins

School Mass at 9:00 A.M. in the Church

November 2

All Souls Day

November 3

Early Dismissal (PreK at 12:00 P.M. & K-8 at 12:30 P.M.)

Faculty Meeting

November 4

High School Placement Test

November 6

P.T.A. Meeting at 6:00 P.M. in 8A

November 8

Veteran's Day Concert (3rd & 4th Grade)

November 10

Library Dress Down Day

November 11

Veteran's Day



November 15

Communication Alert

November 17

End of 1st Trimester - Parent Portal Closes

November 20

3rd Grade Thanksgiving Feast

November 21

Thanksgiving Prayer Service

Night of Prayer - Family Holy Hour at 7:00 P.M.

November 22

 SDS School Spirit Day & Pep-Rally!

 Students Dress in Blue & White

 Early Dismissal (PreK at 12:00 P.M. & K-8 at 12:30 P.M.)

 No After Care

November 23

 Happy Thanksgiving!

November 24

 Thanksgiving Recess

November 25

Advent Wreath Gathering

November 30

Communication Alert