THEATRE CLUB 2021-2022: We are excited to announce the return of the St. Anthony Theatre Club. New opportunities for our middle schoolers to participate in a fall play and a spring musical are available. Please see the attached FLYER for more details.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR: There is NO School on Friday, October 22, 2021. All staff will be at a Professional Development Day of learning.
PICTURE RE-TAKE DAY: Picture re-take Day is October 21st. You must bring in your unwanted picture package with you in order to have a new picture taken that day.
CATHOLIC CENTRAL EXPERIENCE NIGHTS: (6th-8th grade families) - October 14, 25 & Nov. 10. See the LINK to learn more and to register.
October 19 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Franciscan Life Process Center - Grand Rapids Campus is offering an Adapting and Thriving session for parents of special needs. Please seeFLYER for details.
Notes from last week:
AUCTION FOR EDUCATION RAFFLE: Who couldn't use some holiday cash? The annual Auction for Education Raffle is here and tickets are available now. An envelope (with your name) with tickets is in the gathering space for pick-up. Sold tickets and money can be dropped off at church or in the parish or school office. Additional tickets can be purchased in the parish office for $10 each. Drawing is November 6!
SHARE WHY YOU LOVE ST. ANTHONY SCHOOL:If you’re a Catholic school parent, you know how valuable this Christ-centered education is for your children. Sharing a testimonial about your experience at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School can help those considering Catholic schools to know that it’s an excellent choice.Testimonial Form Link
TRUNK OR TREAT:See the attached FLYERfor details about TRUNK or TREAT happening on October 24, from 2:00 to 3:30 pm. Reserve your spot by calling the parish office at 616-453-8229 ext. 102, and be sure to wear your favorite costume.
BLANDFORD NATURE CENTER: Check out the attachedFLYER for discounted opportunities to partner with Blandford Nature Center. This is a great way to spend some family time together.(expires 10-15-21)
7th and 8th GRADE FALCON STRENGTH and CONDITIONING: West Catholic High School is offering Strength and Conditioning opportunities to boys and girls in 7th and 8th grades. Please see FLYER for more details.
Parish Office News:
Pictorial Directory
Don't forget to sign up to have your pictures taken for our parish directory. Just follow the link on the parish webpage www.saparish.com
Our church number is:
mi1615
password: photos
Pictures will be taken:
November 1-6, 8-13, 26, 27 & 29
December 4th
2-8:30 Weekdays 2-8:30 and
Saturdays 10:30-4:00
Hot Lunch Updates:
MILK ONLY COLD LUNCH STUDENTS: Starting Monday, October 11th, cold lunch students will be required to purchase milk for $0.40 if desired. Money must be deposited in the hot lunch account prior to your student taking milk each day. Money can be deposited through Infinite Campus portal or here.
Home and School Association Updates:
HOME & SCHOOL MEETING- our next meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 20, at 6:00 p.m. Agenda items will include Halloween parties, Family Paint Night, Christmas Craft Day and more. Come and share your ideas.
CHIPOTLE RESTAURANT NIGHT- November 8th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Mark your calendars and please watch for more details.
SAVE THE DATE - Family Art Night will be held on Wednesday, November 10. Look for more information coming soon!
COOKBOOKS AND SNOW BAGS are still for sale in the school office! If you are interested, please contact schooloffice@saparish.com. Cookbooks are $10 and snow bags are $5.
Athletic News:
WINTER I SPORTS REGISTRATION: Registration is now open for winter sports grades 5th to 8th, which includes boys basketball and competitive cheer. Please register before October 13th for team formation and mergers to be set. Remember to begin practice students must have a valid sports physical form dated after April 15th on file with the athletic director.
SPORTS PHYSICALS: All students grades 3rd through 8th are required to have a physical dated after 4.15.2021 on file with the school office before the first day of scheduled practice. Forms can be found here and emailed to athletics@saparish.com or dropped off to the school office.
HEALTH SCREENINGS: Please continue to fill out health screenings on TeamSnap for practices and games. Screenings open up approximately 8 to 10 hours before the events.
St. Anthony of Padua App:
Please search "St. Anthony of Padua School" in the App Store or follow one of these links to download it.
