Bobcat E-News 2/16/2023

Bobcat E-Envelope

February 16, 2023

Hi SPS Families,

Please remember that there is no school tomorrow, Friday. The teachers and I will be meeting to discuss our iReady scores and look at strengths and areas of needed improvement. We also have no school this upcoming Monday, in observance of Presidents' Day. Enjoy your four-day weekend!

I wanted to give you a "heads up" in regards to our weekly Friday Fun Lunches: When we booked next week's Friday lunch, and all of March's Friday lunches, we forgot to make sure there were a good amount of meatless options for the families to choose from, since it will be the season of Lent during this time. Because of this, we are going to move those lunches to Thursdays during Lent. The first fun lunch will be next Thursday, February 23rd, instead of Friday, February 24th. The next lunches after that include March 2nd, 9th, 23rd, and 30th. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Have you re-registered for the 2023-24 school year yet? We have 79 families entered into our $500 Tuition Credit drawing and would love for everyone to have a chance at winning! You must submit forms and payment by February 28th to be eligible. More information is below.

The students and staff will be attending Mass on Ash Wednesday at 10:00 in the church (Wednesday, February 22nd). They will receive ashes during this time. All families are welcome to join us!

As always, if you need anything, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Thanks!

Erick Passarelli '04

Principal

Important Dates

2/17 - No School Staff Development Day
2/18 - Basketball Home Games
2/20 - No School Presidents Day
2/22 - Ash Wednesday - Lent Begins
2/22 - All School Mass 10:00 am
2/23 - Fun Lunch
2/25 - First Reconciliation
2/25 - Volleyball Playoff Home Games
2/25-2/26 - Drama Club Basket Fundraiser
2/27 - Graduation Picture Retakes
3/2 - Fun Lunch

School Calendar

Dear Parishioners,

APEST and the Disciple Maker Index will guide our journey through Lent. Please allow me to explain.

Please join us on Ash Wednesday, February 22nd when we begin our Lenten Journey. Our Lenten theme will highlight Christ’s five-fold gifts from Ephesians 4:7, 11-12, “But grace was given to each of us according to the measure of Christ’s gift. And his gifts were that some should be apostles, some prophets, some evangelists, some pastors (Shepherds) and teachers.”

The acronym “APEST” simply describes the five gifts in this text: Apostle, Prophet, Evangelist, Shepherd, and Teacher. During the five weeks of Lent, we will reflect on each of Christ’s gifts and how they engender, call forth, and sustain ministry in Jesus’ name...

...On a personal note, unrelated to our Lenten journey...

Please say a prayer for me as I will undergo jaw surgery on this Wednesday at Rush University Medical Center, Chicago. Jaw surgery, also call orthognathic surgery, helps align your upper jaw and lower jaw. During the operation, the closing of the palate will take place. The surgery is needed due to the congenital birth defect called cleft palate. I will stay a couple of days in Rush after the surgery and then I will be recovering for six weeks with family members.

Father Christopher Kituli will be responsible for the Parish during my absence. I am sure everything will go smoothly.

With prayer for you and yours as we enter this Holy Season of Lent.

Fr. Mike Meany

Read Fr. Meany's  Complete Letter: 7th Sunday in Ordinary Time: February 19, 2023

SPS Good News

2023 SPS 100 Day Celebrations

Our 100 Day of School celebrations in PreK-2nd Grade were full of fun and activities! We can't believe how far our Bobcats have come in just 100 days and know they are ready to learn and grow until June!

Important Information

If you have not done so, please return your re-registration sheet and $100 commitment fee for next school year to the school office to secure your enrollment. You may also complete the information and make payment via credit card online at our website. New this year, we will be offering a $500 Tuition Credit Raffle towards 2023-24 tuition to all returning families who complete enrollment by February 28th!

Download 2023-24 Re-Registration Form

Lent begins next week Feb. 22nd and so does our Lenten abstinence from consuming meat on Fridays. We will temporarily shift the Friday Fun Lunch Program to Thursdays.

Please note:

FSP lunch will still be served to those that ordered on Thursdays beginning February 23rd
No milk or lunch will be served on Fridays.
On Fridays, please be sure to send your student a lunch and drink from home!

There will be no refunds for Fun Lunch for any absent students and food will not be saved for when they return to school. Thank you for understanding.

More Information - Click to read

Drama News

Annie Cast Practices for the next two weeks (all in Parish Center):

Tuesday, February 21st and 28th, 3:00-5:00, Cast Sweet! – Full Cast
Wednesday, February 22nd, 3:00-4:30, Roles – Dance Practice – It’s a Hard Knock & Smile – Orphans Only - both Casts
Wednesday, March 1st – No Practice due to Costume Fittings
Thursday, February 23rd and March 2nd, 3:00-5:00, Cast Awesome – Full Cast

Kids Cast (Grades K-3)

We had our first practice on Monday with 32 students signed up! What enthusiasm they have! Parents, you will receive an email this week with what cast and what songs your child(ren) will be performing. Next practice, Monday, February 27th until 4:30 pm (pick up from the main foyer).

Annual Drama Club Fundraiser

We will be holding a Basket Fundraiser and Split the Pot the weekend of February 25^th-26^th. All proceeds from the fundraiser go towards technology (microphones, speakers, etc.) used during the performances.

Presale Orders are now available! Please download and return the form below with payment to the school office.

Download Presale Form

Volunteer to help wrap baskets Tues. 2/21

Support SPS

Save the Date!

Mark your calendars and start making plans to join us for a night out that is full of good food, drink, and friends! The St. Patricia Wine Mixer will take place Saturday, April 22nd. More information to come, sponsorships available!

Parish Happenings

Keep Up to Date with Parish News!

Be sure to read our Parish Bulletins and weekly E-News to stay up to date with Parish Events, Programs, and more!

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Upcoming Lenten Events

Reminders

Virtus Training

As a reminder, Virtus training is mandatory for all wishing to volunteer at St. Patricia School. This program is required by the Archdiocese of Chicago. If you have any questions, please direct them to the school office. Thank you for your support!

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