St. Pius X / St. Leo School Newsletter May 12, 2023
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TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD |
Congratulations to Kelli Swift for being chosen by her peers as this year's SPSL Teacher of the Year! The nominees for this award must be current St. Pius X / St. Leo teachers with a minimum of 20 years of service at SPSL who embody our mission of “forming students in the Catholic faith to excel in academics and service to others”. Year after year, Kelli has taught all her Kindergarten classes with a loving and patient heart. Everyone at SPSL is so thankful for her dedication to our school. Congratulations, Mrs. Swift! |
CONTACT INFORMATION
Does your family have a new home address? New Email or phone number? Please log in to your Blackbaud account and update your contact information. Once logged in, click on the arrow next to your name and select PROFILE to update your address, phone number(s) and email address. We appreciate you keeping us up to date on how to contact you!
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RACE FOR EDUCATION DAY!
It's Race Day! Thank you to all those who have helped with this fundraiser by submitting mailing labels, donating items, volunteering, and generously sponsoring our students.
We are excited to report that as of today, the net proceeds from the 2023 Race for Education are over $87,000 - a record for Race fundraising! SPSL is grateful for this generous support - it will directly impact our ability to sustain the SPSL School mission.
We have received donations from all over the country and even overseas. Please consider having your student(s) send a note of thanks to his/her sponsors. Please email michaela.smith@spsl.net for a list of those sponsoring your family.
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SPRING SURVEY
Each spring, SPSL shares a survey to make parents aware of upcoming volunteer opportunites and to gather contact information for those interested in volunteering. Please use this link to complete your survey by May 17.
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St. Pius X / St. Leo School is a diverse community forming students in the Catholic faith to excel in academics and service to others. |
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ROBOTICS CLUB
The Robotics Club has finished another successful season. Eight teams completed the task of designing and building custom robots that were able to push, pull, lift, crank and/or grab objects. Teams then used their robots to work with other teams to score points on the VEX IQ Slapshot Game Board. Thank you to leaders Kara and Ryan Patch for their passion for this program and to the following parent volunteers for supervising and encouraging the kids every Monday; Shannon Sumaoang, Melissa Pelley, Carrie Bertellotti, Christine Henningsen, Scott Prochaska, Kevin Fuller and Ryan Laushman.
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SPEECH COMPETITION
The SPSL Speech Team competed in their final meet of the season at Skutt High School. It has been a phenomenal year for the team. Thank you to Jen Martinez and all the parent chaperones who made this season such a success. The team placed second overall at the Skutt meet. Click the link below to view student awards.
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2023-2024
PARENT MEETING DATES
At the beginning of each school year, SPSL School schedules an evening for parents to meet with teachers to learn more about your child's teacher, classroom, and expectations. The meetings are also a great opportunity for parents to have their own questions answered. Please save the following dates and try your best to attend:
- 7th/8th Grade - Tuesday, August 22nd (7:00 - 8:30)
- 5th/6th Grade - Thursday, August 24th (7:00 - 8:30)
- KG/1st Grade - Tuesday, August 29th (7:00 - 8:30)
- 3rd/4th Grade - Thursday, August 31st (7:00 - 8:30)
- 2nd Grade - Sacramental Meetings TBD
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SAVE THE DATE - FUNDRAISER KICK OFF PARTY!
Please mark your calendar for the Fundraiser Kick-Off Party on September 16, 2023. This adults-only event will be held at the home of Mike and Becky App (1124 Happy Hollow Blvd, Omaha, NE 68132 - corner of 52nd & Western Ave). This is a fun and casual event where parents connect at the beginning of the school year and also provide underwriting funds to support our annual parent-sponsored fundraiser which will take place on Saturday, October 21 at Creighton Prep. All SPSL parents and friends are invited to attend. We hope to see you there!
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EXTENDED CARE REGISTRATION
Registration for Extended Care for the 2023-2024 school year is open now through Friday, June 2nd. Students who are registered after June 2nd will be placed on a waiting list and will not be guaranteed a spot in the program. To request information about the program and/or a registration form, please email cat.flores@spsl.net.
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TUITION CONTRACT REMINDER
Contracts and registration fees for the 2023-2024 school year were due by Friday, May 5. We are excited to have your child return for another year at SPSL, and appreciate your help electronically completing the tuition contract if you have not already done so. If you have any questions, please email Nina Englin at nina.englin@spsl.net.
If you are moving away or for any reason your child will not be returning to SPSL in the fall, please let Kathy Graney know by emailing kathy.graney@spsl.net or calling 402-551-6667.
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CUB SCOUT OPPORTUNITY
Cub Scout Pack 570 welcomes all boys entering Kindergarten to fifth grade for the 2023 - 2024 school year. This pack has monthly activities including campouts, fishing, ice skating and other events. Our next outing will be a fishing night at Prairie View Lake on Friday, June 16. Interested families can contact Pack 570 at omahapack570@gmail.com or call Matt Wafer at 402-707-4545.
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SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER ASSISTANT
The St. Pius X / St. Leo school community is currently accepting applications for a part-time special education teacher assistant position for for the 2023-24 school year. The Teacher Assistant will work alongside our special education teachers in helping them plan and provide interventions, accommodations, and to provide general support with students’ during the school day. If interested, please contact Dr. Sepich at cory.sepich@spsl.net or (402) 551-6667.
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MAJOR GIFTS DIRECTOR
St. Pius X / St. Leo School has an opening in the Development department for the Major Gifts Director. This position is involved in building relationships with those in our school community and raising funds for new and exciting initiatives at SPSL School. Interested candidates should contact Michaela Smith at 402-551-6667 or michaela.smith@spsl.net.
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7TH AND 8TH GRADE RELIGION TEACHER
The St. Pius X / St. Leo school community is currently accepting applications to teach 7th and 8th grade Religion for the 2023-24 school year. The position will require that the teacher plans for, teaches and facilitates learning for students and creates a positive learning environment. Applicants must be a certified teacher in the state of Nebraska. If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please contact Dr. Sepich at cory.sepich@spsl.net or (402) 551-6667.
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4TH GRADE TEACHER
The St. Pius X / St. Leo school community is currently accepting applications to teach 4th grade for the 2023-24 school year. The position will require that the teacher plans for, teaches and facilitates learning for students and creates a positive learning environment. Applicants must be a certified teacher in the state of Nebraska. If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please contact Dr. Sepich at cory.sepich@spsl.net or (402) 551-6667.
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CAFETERIA PERSONNEL
St. Pius X / St. Leo School is hiring cafeteria personnel for the 2023-2024 school year. This is a paid position starting on August 21, 2023. The hours required are Monday, Thursday and Fridays from 10:00am-1:30pm on days school is in session. Please contact Jon Lanphier at jon.lanphier@spsl.net if interested.
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BRIDGE THE GAP
Bridge the Gap is a school initiative that raises funds to cover the difference between the actual cost to educate a student at St. Pius X / St. Leo School and the tuition charged to our school families – a difference of over $3,000 per student for the 2023-24 academic year. Your Bridge the Gap gift will help St. Pius X / St. Leo School maintain a balanced budget and promote the sustainability of our school. Unlike tuition payments, gifts to Bridge the Gap are tax deductible. We hope you will consider a Bridge the Gap gift that is meaningful to you. Please make your Bridge the Gap gift payable to SPSL School and return it to school or just scan this QR code. Thank you for your generous support of St. Pius X / St. Leo School.
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OPEN HOUSE FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR
The Open House for Pre-Kindergarten through 8th grade will be held Tuesday, August 15 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm. At Open House the classroom lists will be posted near the classroom areas for students to find out who their teacher will be for the 2023-2024 school year. Families are encouraged to tour their classrooms, drop off school supplies, and visit with teachers. Also, make sure to stop by the gym to check out clubs, purchase uniform sweatshirts, and learn about SPSL events. Sandwiches will be available to purchase in the cafeteria. Students may bring their school supplies to their homeroom either this night or the first day of school.
The first day of school for Grades K - 8 will be Thursday, August 17. School will begin at 8:15 am and will dismiss at noon (no lunch served) on August 17 and 18. Students will attend school full days, 8:15 am until 3:25 pm, beginning on Monday, August 21. Three day and five day Pre-Kindergarten classes begin on Monday, August 21. Two day Pre-Kindergarten classes begin on Tuesday, August 22. For the full 2023-2024 school year calendar, and school supply list (coming soon!) visit the "For Parents" link on our website.
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Join Us! Dr. Anne McGuire will be retiring as St. Pius X’s Liturgy & Music Director at the end of June. We will honor Dr. Anne’s faith-filled seven years of service to our parish and her lifelong love of music and liturgy at a reception. Please celebrate by attending and bringing a card to “shower” her with blessings!
Dr. Anne Retirement Reception
Pentecost Sunday, May 28, 2023
After the 9:30 am Mass, in the narthex
(If you cannot attend the reception, cards may be sent to the rectory any time before June 30, 2023.)
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Please help out the St. Pius X Festival Silent Auction!
2) Create a basket yourself and drop it off at the St. Pius X Parish Office, or text Susan (402-312-3839) to arrange pick-up
3) Buy a gift card, bottle of wine, or other bottle of alcohol and drop it off at the St. Pius X Parish Office, or text Susan (402-312-3839) to arrange pick-up
We truly appreciate your support and generosity in making this a successful Festival!
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Join St. Leo the Great Church for an out of this world experience at Vacation Bible School! Visit this link or scan the QR code.
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St. Leo the Great Church Music Ministry needs you! St. Leo is looking for volunteers to help with masses. They need vocalists and pianists. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact the parish office at (402) 397-0407. |
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IMPORTANT DATES
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May 18: GRADUATION - 8th Grade
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May 18: Ascension Thursday - Mass K-7
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May 22: Golf Classic
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May 22: Fun Day (K, 2nd, 5th)
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May 23: Pre-K End of the Year Program
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May 23: Kindergarten End of the Year Program
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May 23: Fun Day (1st, 3rd, 6th, 7th)
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May 23: Last Day of School (Pre-K and Kindergarten)
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May 24: Last Day of School (1st - 7th) - 11:00 AM Dismissal
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Want to learn how the every day things you do – eating, reading, traveling, surfing the web, shopping, can earn money for St. Pius X / St. Leo School? Click here for a list of all our on-going fundraising efforts.
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6905 Blondo St, Omaha, NE 68104
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