October 26, 2022

• October 27: 11:30 Early Release - 1:00-6:00 P/T conferences 
• October 28: No School
• November 1: 8:30 All Saints Day Mass in the gym 
• November 4: First Friday Dress Down Day
• November 4: Rise Up Raider Night
• November 9 & 10: Veterans Day celebrated at Student Mass
• November 18: 11:30 Early Release/End of 1st Trimester
• November 22: Report Cards Sent Home
• November 23-25: No School - Thanksgiving Break

Counselor’s Corner

Hello!  Hope everyone is enjoying the fall and the beauty of this time of year.   God’s handiwork for sure!

        Here is what the students have been learning about in my classes PreK-4.  We have discussed the importance of accepting others for who they are.  We talked about how God made each of us unique and that should be celebrated.  We may miss out if we do not get to truly know someone no matter how different they may seem.

       We then discussed how we should treat each other focusing on how to handle it when someone is being mean or being a bully.  We worked on what they can do if they see someone else being treated mean and how we can help that person.  Older grades learned the word Upstander.  

      Please feel free to reach out to me if you have a concern with your child that I may be able to help with.  I am at Our Lady of Lourdes Tuesdays and Thursdays or available by email. 

The GRACE Fall 2022 Newsletter is now available for viewing.  Catch up on all of the latest GRACE news including Chesterton Academy of St. John Paul II’s updated science lab, follow St. Bernard Catholic School principal, Crystal Blahnik, on her trip to the Third International Congress in Rome, see photos of what our students have been up to recently and more!

https://gracesystem.org/grace-fall-2022-newsletter/

"My name is Dr. Kenneth Johnson and I am the new instrumental and general music teacher at Notre Dame of De Pere. I am excited to announce that Notre Dame of De Pere is hosting a used instrument drive! We at Notre Dame believe music is an essential part of every child's education. Unfortunately, lack of access to a musical instrument is often a limiting and ultimately deciding factor in regards to a child's participation in their school band or string program. To help ease this burden for the students, Notre Dame is requesting any used instruments from members of the community. We ask that you give your instrument a second life in the hands of a student who will use it to develop their creativity, work ethic, and self expression. Donations can be dropped off at Notre Dame of De Pere, or be scheduled for pick up. We have a need for all band/ String instruments but our greatest need is for tubas. Please drop off any instruments at Notre Dame of De Pere between 7:30 and 3:30 PM. Individual accommodations for drop off or pick up can be made with me at [email protected]. Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions.”

We are experiencing a profound need for substitute teachers! Do you possess a bachelor’s degree? Then you may be qualified to support our school through substitute teaching! A teaching degree is NOT required! 

By substituting you can: 

• Generate income with flexible hours you can choose! You can come and go with your children!
• Choose your buildings and types of classrooms: Your comfort and convenience are important to us! Do you only want to sub here? No problem! Open to other GRACE schools? We can include other sites that work for you! 
• Sneak a hug in the hallway or have a quick lunch or recess with your student! Experience the joy on your child’s face when he/she sees you in the hallway unexpectedly!

Lesson plans and support are always provided! Please share this message with relatives or friends who may be interested. A special person to consider may be a retired grandparent who would enjoy visiting the school once a month or so!  Lastly, please keep our school and staff in your prayers while we continue to navigate this extraordinary time of staff shortages. Thank you!

To help GRACE as a substitute teacher, please reach out to your school principal or visit www.gracesystem.org/employment

The Greater Green Bay Chamber is kicking off the 30th Annual Golden Apple Awards program by accepting teacher and team of teachers nominations now through October 28, 2022. 

Golden Apple Online Interactive Nomination Forms:

• (English) Electronic Submitted Nomination Form:   https:// greatergreenbaychamber. typeform.com/to/hlHKlm9j



• (Spanish) Electronic Submitted Nomination Form:  https:// greatergreenbaychamber. typeform.com/to/OzH8QTWb

Please show your support and take some time to nominate our fantastic teachers at Notre Dame of De Pere

Please click here for the NDA - October News

DP Kiwanis Pancake & Porkie Breakfast Nov. 27

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