Bobcat E-News and Principal Update
February 18, 2021
Upcoming Events
CALENDAR
2/19- Holy Name Society Drive-thru Fish Fry
2/19- Stations of the Cross
2/22- Buona Beef Lunch --Opt-In Remote Learning deadline
2/26- End of 2nd Trimester ---Frozen Treat Day
3/1 -Jason's Deli Lunch -
Bobcat Bonanza

Join us to help raise money for new 1:1 learning devices by raffling off prizes through our NEW private Bobcat Bonanza Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/bobcatbonanza). 
This is a private group to fund-raise for St. Patricia School. We have already raised $30,000 and have over 800 participants! Have fun and score some awesome stuff!
If you're feeling lucky, search Facebook for Bobcat Bonanza and we'll approve families and friends (you must be the family/friend of a student or parishioner to participate.).
Questions? email 
COVID PROTOCOLS

Wear Your Mask (over your nose, too!)
Wash your hands frequently
Stay at least 6 ft. away from others
Quarantine members of your household who are exposed or have tested positive.
Stay home if you are sick or have been exposed to someone with a known COVID case
Get Tested if you exhibit symptoms.
Call the school immediately if your child or someone in your family is sick or has tested positive.
New Family Registration 2021-2022

REGISTRATION is now OPEN for new families. Do you know a family that would like to attend St. Patricia School? Please have them fill out our new family registration on our website and visit our virtual Open House on the website.
Contact 708-598-8200 for more information
Holy Name Drive-Thru Lenten Friday Fish Fry

Order your dinner for Friday, February 19, 2021. Pick-up is curbside at the outside the School Hall from 4-7 pm.
Principal's Message
Greetings:

I never imagined that when I told you to have a long President's Day weekend, it would be that -- long. We have so much snow and it doesn't seem that it will ever stop. However, it is only a few more weeks and it will be spring and Easter. Warmer days are coming!

Lent
We are now into the Lenten season. We began the 40 days of Lent yesterday with Ash Wednesday. Fr. Marc and I visited each classroom and said a prayer with the students. Then, Fr. Marc used a Q-tip to mark each child with their ashes. On Friday, the students will participate in virtual Stations of the Cross in their classrooms.

5Essentials Survey
Beginning this week, teachers, parents, and students at St. Patricia school will have an opportunity to participate in the Climate, Culture, and Catholic Identity Survey utilizing the 5Essentials Survey. This survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of your child’s school. As a parent, this opportunity will allow you to share your thoughts on the important elements of school effectiveness in a survey about your child’s school. Please look for information to be sent to you in an email from the Archdiocese and UChicago.

Student Council Games
For Valentines Day, the Student Council hosted games of "Guess the Candies in a Jar" and "Cupid's Hidden Message". The winners of the Candies in a Jar are Michael Hernandez, Michal Bieda, and Jimmy Klimek. Cupid's Hidden Message winners are 7th grade. Congratulations to all the winners!!

3rd Trimester Remote Learning Opt-In
If you wish your child to Opt-in to remote learning for the 3rd Trimester you must complete the form at this link by Feb. 22nd. No late forms will be accepted. **Remote Learning is reserved for students who Opt-in and those who are out of school due to COVID quarantine.

Re-registration for 2021-2022
As we prepare for the 2021-2022 school year, remember to send in your re-registration. Due to the uncertainty of COVID guidelines, our class sizes may remain limited. We need your registration/commitment to secure your child's seat for the 2020/2021 school year. With your registration by 1/31/20, we can assure your child a spot. The following information is the next step to our registration process:
  • Please complete and return the re-registration form, to secure placement for next year
  • Include the non-refundable $200 per family re-registration/commitment fee. This fee is credited
to next year’s tuition.
  • Please return the form and payment to the school office as soon as possible.
Completion and submission of this form and re-registration fee are required for your child(ren)’s enrollment for the upcoming school year. Thank you for your understanding and commitment to Catholic education. Open registration for 2021-2022 has begun for new families.

Please check the Bobcat e-envelope for more information and forms.

Enjoy a great weekend!

Blessings,
Mrs. Nowinski

Bobcat E-News and Principal Update
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708-598-8200