October 23, 2020 Newsletter

St. Louis Catholic School Newsletter

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Happy Friday St. Louis Families!

We have had a full week of virtual and in-person learning—I am in awe of the creativity and innovative ways teachers have been concurrently instructing our K-8 students. It is always a blessing to observe the energy and beautiful smiles on students both on Zoom and in-person, even better is the engagement and collaboration happening between our “Zoomers” and our in-person learners. Technology worked much better this week for us, and we hope will continue to improve as we work with our IT company to resolve all issues. The highlight of our week was our annual “Walk for the Homeless” which allowed us to enjoy more outside time while reflecting on the different mysteries of faith and giving thanks for our blessings. A special thank you to all who made donations to United Community.

It is Hawktober, and our PTO sponsored annual 5K is right around the corner. Due to the pandemic, we have moved the 5K to a virtual competition and hope that families will choose to participate together as a great way to exercise and move more in the beautiful fall weather. Please see the information in this newsletter for registering—it is not too late! The race chairs, Laura Carlson and Tania Jones, have been working hard to organize this event, and we are grateful for their time and effort to still make this family event possible.

Friendship is our virtue this month. Students have had opportunities to explore the virtue in their classrooms, at recess, and from the saints who we celebrated this week—St. Paul of the Cross, St. John Paul II, and St. John of Capistrano—whether in class or by example, friends inspire and encourage us. St. Teresa of Avila says this about friendships, “What a great favor God does to those He places in the company of good people!” St. Louis is so blessed to have a faithful community full of good people who inspire and encourage one another daily! Thank you to our teachers, our families, and our clergy who actively seek to make our community one of friendships.

Please pray for one another, especially those who are struggling in some way during this pandemic.

I wish you all a blessed and peaceful weekend—

Anne M. Dyke

Principal

School Announcements

In case you missed it...

The following emails were sent to parents this past week:

Oct. 21, 2020 Health & Travel Updates - Your cooperation in providing your holiday travel and celebration information helps us keep our school community healthy!

FREE Comfy Clothes Day - Oct 28 & 29

Show us your Fall spirit on October 28 & 29 by wearing comfy clothes in your favorite Fall colors! No costumes; no make-up. Please refer to the handbook for dress code guidelines.

2nd Grade Saints Parade - Oct 28 & 29

Our 2nd Grade Saints will be parading around the bell tower on Wednesday, Oct. 28 and Thursday, Oct. 29 at 9:30am.

Trunk-or-Treat Drive-thru!

Time Slots Still Available!

St. Louis teachers and staff wish to treat school families to a COVID-safe Trunk-or-Treat on Friday, Oct. 30, 1-3pm!

This will be a drive-thru event through our school parking lot. Please sign up here for a timed entry slot and more information.

Trick-or-treaters are encouraged to wear their costumes and/or decorate their cars.
Teachers and staff will hand out treats to each car. We ask that parents plan to fill one shareable bag for your car.

Admissions for the 2021-2022 School Year

Sibling Priority Application Deadline December 1, 2020

Application packets for the 2021-2022 school year will be available on the school website (www.stlouisschool.org/admissions/) on Monday, October 26 at noon. Applications may be submitted electronically beginning November 1st. Applications will not be accepted via mail, email or in-person. School families who wish to submit a K-8th grade application for a sibling who is not a current student of St. Louis School or Preschool must do so by December 1st to be considered for sibling priority. (Please note, rising Kindergarteners from St. Louis Preschool have an application deadline of February 1, 2021).

Current students DO NOT need to re-apply each year. Re-registration information will be sent to families at a later time.

Tuition Assistance for 2021-2022 School Year

Financial Aid information for the 2021-2022 school year may be found here. Applications must be submitted through FACTS by March 17, 2021 for elementary schools (January 18, 2021 for high schools).

Now Accepting November Lunch Orders!

We've got Thanksgiving on our mind for November! Choose from Turkey Pot Pie and

a feast of chicken nuggets and mac & cheese! Yum! Orders due November 5th!

Order November Lunch

Five Guys Lunch Oct. 27th for Virtual Families

Next week's "Lunch al desko" is Five Guys. Our virtual families and parents at home can join in on Tuesday, October 27. Stop by Five Guys for your lunch and we'll receive 20% back on your order! See the flyer for details!

Hawk Happenings - Week of Oct. 26, 2020

Monday, Oct. 26

White (Mass: 4th)

Tuesday, Oct. 27

Blue (Mass: 3rd & 8th)
Five Guys Lunch

Wednesday, Oct. 28

White (Mass: K, 6-107, 7-104)
Comfy Clothes Day
2nd Grade Saints Parade, 9:30am
Five Guys Lunch

Thursday, Oct. 29

Blue (Mass: 2nd, 5-7, 6-106)
Comfy Clothes Day
2nd Grade Saints Parade, 9:30am

Friday, Oct. 30 - NO SCHOOL

Trunk-or-Treat, 1-3pm
PTO Drive-In Movie, 7pm

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Used Uniform Sale - Saturday, October 24

The PTO will have a Used Uniform Sale on October 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in McClunn Hall. Come by if you need winter uniforms. You may also donate any uniforms you no longer need.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

The PTO needs your help with the upcoming Used Uniform sale on October 24. We need people to set up, help during the sale, and tear down afterwards. Get some of your volunteer hours and no Virtus training needed!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0d4bafa623aafa7-october

Drive-In Movie Night - Friday, October 30th, 7pm

Join us for a viewing of "Hotel Transylvania" as part of your Halloween celebrations this year. Admission is free but reservations are requested. Email Kelly Roman ([email protected]) to reserve your parking spot! Please see the flyer for additional information.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

The PTO needs your help set up and tear down, parking lot attendants and concessions. Get volunteer hours; VIRTUS not required.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0A4BAEA82FABFE3-stlouis

Parish & Community

Girl Scouts - Calling STL 6th Graders!

Troop 53013 has space for more scouts if your daughter is looking to be part of our St. Louis Catholic School troop, or wants to get back into scouting. We are a hybrid troop (some activities will be virtual and some will be in person, at outdoor locations following proper protocols with masks and distancing for the best interests of all of our scouts). We have activities already on the calendar this fall, and would love to grow our troop. If you have any questions or are interested in more information, please contact Kammy Knox Stern at [email protected] or 703-801-6036.

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