Dear St. Giles Families,
This past week at our opening all school Mass, Fr. Carl discussed and explained our theme for this year: Be A Mirror. When we look in a mirror, we want to see a reflection of someone who is leading by example, sharing their gifts and talents, and following the teachings of Jesus. We have mirrors throughout the building reminding us of our theme and all we want to see in our reflection. It was a welcomed and energetic return to church for the entire school and we are grateful that we can be together again in prayer.
Thank you to those who were able to attend our Curriculum Night on Thursday evening. It was a wonderful night and our open house format worked well for parents to be able to meet teachers and see classrooms. We know this was the first opportunity for many of our families to be in the building and we are grateful for your presence! The teacher video presentations will remain on teacher pages for anyone who was either unable to attend or has not had the opportunity to view them yet.
Have a wonderful Labor Day and see you on Tuesday!
Meg
Reminders
Updated Quarantine Guidelines and Travel Guidance
The Archdiocese COVID-19 Task Force has provided updated guidelines for quarantine procedures for both those experiencing possible COVID symptoms and those who may test positive. Please review the information here. If you are not receiving email updates directly from the Archdiocese, please sign up for their communications here.
Biking to School
We want everyone traveling to and from school to do so safely. Please remind your Lions who bike to school about the importance of bike safety. Helmets are required riding to and from school and students need to be mindful of cars during drop off and pick up. Riding between cars into the street makes it difficult for drivers to see anyone on a bike. Bikes need to be locked to the bike racks, either on Columbian or on the primary playground.
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If you haven't already, please check your child's backpacks. On Friday, we sent home a manilla-colored envelope with a letter about the year's fundraising efforts and a NEW car magnet to show off your St. Giles School pride. Envelopes went home with the youngest/only child. If you didn't receive the envelope or if you'd like a magnet for a second car, please let us know.
Do you have your new school yard sign? We ordered NEW yard signs for each of our Lion families, including special signs for new families. If you didn't have a chance to get yours on Wednesday at Curriculum Night, please stop by the School Office to pick yours up next week. We would appreciate it if all our families came together to proudly display one in front of their homes -- let's turn the community black and gold!
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Fall Enrichment is Back!
Fall After School Enrichment is back at St. Giles in 2021! Students can choose from various activities such as Gym Games, Giving Artfully art workshop, Infinity Arts Academy theatre program, and Chess Ed! Sign up for one, or more than one! Registration opens up this Sunday, August 29th and will go until the day before the first day of camp. Below, please find the link to register.
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Fun Lunch.....
The PTO Fun lunch program is a favorite Giles tradition and also one of the PTO's biggest fundraisers.
Alpine Subs will be served on 9/10
Buona will be served on 9/17
Here is a handy video tutorial to help you with your order and save you time! Take a look!
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We are very excited to welcome our parent volunteers back into the buildings this year! Please review the updated compliance requirements that need to be completed for all volunteers.
The Archdiocese of Chicago has established the following Compliance requirements for all volunteers. You must complete everything prior to beginning volunteer service.
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Register with Virtus Online
- In Virtus - Complete the criminal background check online
- In Virtus - Complete the Code of Conduct/Archdiocese Standards of Behavior
- In Virtus - Complete the Declarations
- In Virtus - Complete the Protecting God's Children online class or Keeping the Promise Alive online renewal class
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Complete the Cants 689 (DCFS background check) - email to Michele Bibbey
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Complete the online Mandated Reporter class - email the completed certificate to Michele Bibbey
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Complete the Cants 22 (Mandated Reporter Acknowledgement) - email to Michele Bibbey
Please see attached checklist for detailed information and instructions. If you have further questions, please contact Michele Bibbey.
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Middle School Families: Mark your calendars for the return of the Catholic High School Fair! The in-person fair will return on Thursday, October 7th, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm in McDonough Hall. More details will follow closer to the date.
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Trinity has a variety of events scheduled for this fall! Opportunities include shadow days, future Blazer gatherings with the Administration, tours and an upcoming art workshop on September 11th! Click on the image above for more details and registration information for all fall events. Questions? Contact Katie Wendling. |
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Come visit St. Pat's and experience what it’s like to be a Shamrock! All current 8th graders are invited to attend a Shadow Day this fall. Each prospective student will be paired up with a current Shamrock and follow them through their typical school day. Check out our virtual tour! Questions? Contact Mike Fabrizio or Dan Galante in our Admissions Office.
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HFS Chicago Scholars helps underserved Chicago high school students flourish in and out of the classroom by providing educational enrichment through our lifelong mentoring, college readiness and academic excellence programs, as well as providing financial assistance to attend top Chicago-area schools. For additional information, check out their website.
- Application Deadline - November 15th
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Application link - bit.ly/HFS2026
- Info Sessions
- Coffee Chats - 7:30am
- Biweekly - 9/9, 9/23, & 10/7
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Registration link - bit.ly/HFSCoffeeChat
- Fall Open House - 6:00-7:30pm
- Thursday, October 21st
- Location TBD
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Registration link - bit.ly/HFSOpenHouse2021
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Our Personal Tour Night is Wednesday, September 15th. Prospective families will take a student-led tour of our campus, learn what makes a Man of Carmel, and attend presentations on our academics, Catholic mission, and how to make a Mount Carmel education affordable. Families will also have the opportunity to meet our faculty and staff, speak with club moderators and athletic coaches.
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DePaul Prep offers a strong and diverse curriculum along with talented and dedicated teachers. When you walk through the doors on your first day of school, you will feel confident that DePaul Prep is the perfect fit for you, and that the students, faculty, and staff value you as an individual, unique student in our school community.
Take a deeper look into our energy, community and spirit of DePaul College Prep through our viewbook!
Contact Mr. Nick Bizzieri, Admissions Counselor; Shadow Day Coordinator with any questions.
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