Weekly School Newsletter
12.3.2020
Mission:
United by faith and service, 
St. Anthony of Padua School community forms knowledgeable students who are moral and courageous Catholic leaders.

  • ELECTRONIC DEVICE AGREEMENTS: We are asking that all parents complete and sign an Electronic Device Agreement for their students. Even if parents do not plan on having their student(s) bring home the device for virtual/at home use, students are entrusted with an electronic device during the school day. In order to track these devices, as well as ensure proper care is given to them, we need these agreements completed. Students may obtain an Electronic Device Agreement from their homeroom teacher.
  • ANGEL TREE: All Angel Tree items have been purchased; however, the parish is sponsoring their annual boot drive and the school is sponsoring our HQ ministry drive (toiletries and personal items for teens and young adults in transition). Please consider donating to one of these charitable drives this Christmas season!
  • HEALTH DEPARTMENT TOOLKIT: The Health Department continues to update the School Toolkit. All parents are encouraged to review these updates here (as of 11/20/20).
  • CHRISTMAS SPIRIT WEEK: Please see the link for more information on our special Christmas Spirit Week (December 14 - December 18):

Holiday Helpings

The holiday season is a time filled with gatherings. Sometimes they include holiday dishes and treats. When deciding what and how much to eat, think “healthy” and be mindful of the portions (amounts of food) you enjoy. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when you make your way around to the many holiday festivities: 
  • Keep it colorful - Try to fill your plate with fruits and vegetables instead of foods higher in fat such as fried food, creamy or cheesy casseroles and cookies.
  • Eat slowly and enjoy - By eating slower, you tend to eat less.
  • Think about beverages– Sugary drinks can add lots of calories to your day. Some people get more than half their calories from drinks. Add a lemon slice to ice water for a nice drink with no calories!

For at home parent resources, click here!
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Calendars:

All upcoming dates can be found on the school website or app.  




Please help support our UNAUCTION FOR EDUCATION by making a donation. For additional details, please contact Mr. Wieber.
NOTEWORTHY NEWS:

  • CHILDREN'S PUZZLES / SIDEWALK CHALK NEEDED: Childcare is looking for 300-500 piece puzzles. Used puzzles are welcomed!!! Also, sidewalk chalk would be put to good use!! You may drop off in the school office. Thank you!!!
  • ADVENT 2020 and LEGO NATIVITY CHALLENGE: Please see the links below for information on celebrating Advent 2020: Rejoice in Hope: Advent 2020 Lego Nativity Challenge
  • Lunch for Virtual Learners - If your child is a remote learner, he/she can still get school lunch. Please contact the school office if you want to make arrangements for school lunch for your child (it can be picked up for multiple days at one time!)
  • Smart Aid - Families are encouraged to get their completed applications in as soon as possible. St. Anthony scholarships are given based on Smart Aid applications, as well. Link is here.
  • DRIVE-BY LIVE NATIVITY: Saturday, December 12, 2020. Please see the link for more information: Live Nativity
  • ST. ANTHONY FACE MASKS & SNOW BAGS will be available for purchase in the school office. Only child-size face masks are available. Proceeds benefit Home & School Association. Please see the link for more information: SA Wildcat Face Mask  
  • DECEMBER HOT LUNCH MENU: December Hot Lunch Menu


Organization and Sports News:

  • PANERA RESTAURANT NIGHT: Please support our school at the upcoming restaurant night at Panera Bread, Tuesday, December 8, from 4:00-8:00 pm. Please see the link for more information: Panera Restaurant Night
  • BOXTOPS/FUNDRAISING: Just a reminder...you can send in Boxtops, Family Fare receipts or MyCoke reward #'s (found on 12 and 24 pack cartons).
  • SCRIP UPDATES: There are a lot of new cards in the Cash and Carry box! American Eagle, Biggby, Burlington, Cracker Barrel, Disney, Five Below, Freddy’s Steakburger, Macy’s, Sonic, Tim Horton’s and VISA gift cards are now available in the box for immediate purchase. Scrip is still working for you! Cash & Carry hours will remain on Thursday evenings, 5:15-6:16 pm, and following the 9:00 am Sunday Mass, until 10:30 am. If you are unable to pick up at this time, please contact us. Please see the links below for further information:

  • WINTER I ATHLETIC FEES: These will be billed in Smart Tuition on the 5th or 20th of the month.
  • WINTER II ATHLETIC SEASON: Registration for GRACEAC Winter II sports is now open! Winter II will include girls basketball and boys wrestling for 5th-8th graders from after Christmas break (January 4) through the first week of March (March 6). The plan is to offer a full season of Winter II. The deadline to register girls basketball teams is Monday, December 7. Please follow this link to register: Winter II Registration
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