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March 23, 2023
Dear St. Louis Families,
What a beautiful day we had today—all around our campus yellow daffodils and purple hyacinth are blooming, perfect reminders that spring is here. Did you know that the color yellow symbolizes happiness, hope and spontaneity while the color purple symbolizes creativity, wisdom, devotion, and peace? Both are appropriate to the juxtaposition of the spring and Lenten seasons we are experiencing.
I wanted to share some school successes we have had recently. St. Louis was awarded an $8,000 grant by Porto Charities, a non-profit organization who seeks to support Diocesan pre-schools, elementary and secondary schools who embrace the practice of inclusive Catholic education. This grant will allow our resource team to expand so that we have more capability to directly support our neurodiverse students. Additionally, students in K-8 participated in World Math Day back on March 7-8, and we proudly had several students who earned a bronze certificate for their efforts—those certificates were sent home with students in their folders.
Our Annual Fund March Madness is well underway. On Monday, we announced our Final Four. You may have seen the dedicated message sent out by our young news reporters. There is a lot of buzz around these fantastic four: Preschool ZooCrew, Rogers’ Ravens, Cahill’s Snuffleupaguses, and Long’s Leopards. We look forward to seeing who comes out on top—just a few more weeks in this participation challenge. Gifts of prayer, talent, or treasure count, and we look forward to a continued spirited competition between the classes. Each year, the Annual Fund raises funds that are put towards tuition assistance, technology, and a major school improvement need. Know that every penny donated to the Annual Fund goes straight into our budget and is used for the school. We are truly appreciative of every gift!
Looking ahead to next week---Wednesday, March 29th grades 6-7-8 are encouraged to join with parents for a family confession night 6-7pm in the Church and afterwards joining school faculty in the cafeteria for an ice cream treat.
Wishing you a joyful weekend!
Peace and Blessings,
Anne Dyke
Principal
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DUE APRIL 1st:
2023-2024 Parish Acknowledgement Forms
ALL current families returning for the 2023-2024 school year are required to submit an annual Parish Acknowledgement Form to determine tuition rates. Families who wish to be considered for a Catholic tuition rate must have their pastor sign the form. Families who do not submit the form will receive the non-Catholic tuition rate.
Proof of Activity Duty Military Status
Active duty military families who wish to be considered for an in-Parish or Catholic tuition rate for the 2023-24 school year must provide proof of active duty status. Please contact Mrs. Pfiesel, pfiesel@stlouisschool.org or 703-768-7732.
April 1st Re-registration Deadline for Families Awaiting Orders
Military families who were awaiting military orders and requested a hold on their 2023-24 re-registration until April 1st, must notify Mrs. Dyke of their enrollment intentions by this date. The non-refundable re-registration fee will be charged automatically if we do not hear from you.
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Yearbooks! Yearbooks!
Speaking of pictures...Yearbooks are selling fast! Don’t miss out on the memories. We have approximately 50 yearbooks left to sell. Order yours today before they're gone! Click on the link https://buytheyearbook.pictavo.com Find your school: St. Louis School, Alexandria, VA # 710653.
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ANNUAL FUND MARCH MADNESS
Final Four Round Ends March 24!
The Final Four teams are facing off in this next round to determine who will advance to the Championship on Monday. The Championship teams and their supporting teams will enjoy a Playground Block Party prize.
Pledge cards received between now and 11:59pm, March 24 = points for these teams!
Why do we have an Annual Fund?
Established in 2011, the St. Louis Catholic School Annual Fund has raised more than $800,000 and is an opportunity for stewardship and investment in the long-term mission of the school. Your support, and the support of our parish and community, is crucial in advancing our mission.
What is the Annual Fund money used for?
As with any aging building structure, numerous repairs and renovations pop up - some planned, some unexpected. With a goal of $90,000, the Annual Fund's purpose is to raise money for a portion of these capital improvement projects. Additional financial assistance comes from the parish, as well as grants and other resources as appropriate for these projects. Annual Fund money is also earmarked for technology. This covers much more than just Chromebooks and iPads and includes software upgrades and even our security system. And, money is also set aside for tuition assistance for our school families.
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WEEKLY PRIZES!
Each week, 3 students names will be drawn to play Pop-a-Shot for a chance to win individual prizes.
Congratulations to Charlotte Perkins for 14 baskets in 30 seconds! Charlotte won a DQ Gift Card.
On Monday, every student who has submitted a pledge card will be entered for a chance to play and win prizes!
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Hawk Happenings: March 24-31, 2023 | |
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Friday, March 24
- Lunch: Pizza*
- No AM EDC
- March Madness Final 4 round ends at 11:59pm
Monday, March 27
Tuesday, March 28
- Lunch: Salisbury Steak*
- Ice Cream available
- Lebanese Taverna Order Deadline (5pm)
Wednesday, March 29
- Lunch: Chicken Tenders*
- Lebanese Taverna Pick-up (2:45-3:20pm)
- Family Confession evening for Grades 6-8, 6pm
Thursday, March 30
- Lunch: Spaghetti*
- April Lunch Orders Due (9pm)
Friday, March 31
- Lunch: Pizza*
- March Madness Championship round ends
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FULL SCHOOL CALENDAR
Did you know you can subscribe to our school calendar for real-time updates, convenient links to SUGs and flyers, and more? Subscribe to auto-populate your iCal, Outlook 2007+ or Google calendar
*Hot lunch must be ordered monthly in advance.
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Order March hot lunch HERE.
April orders due March 30, 9pm
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Order Ice Cream tickets HERE.
March Dates: 6, 13, 21, 28
April Dates: 3, 18, 25
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Preschool Family Fun Night
Thursday, May 4th @ 6PM in the cafeteria
Preschool families are invited to attend an evening of fun and fellowship with a show from Ferrets and Friends, Inc. Please see the flyer for details.
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Thank you to our Cultural Arts Team (Meghan Roberts, Natalie Salisbury and Jeanette Wills) for another engaging experience for our students at last week’s assembly.
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March Spirit Dinner - Wed., March 29
Love Spirit Night dinners, but find it hard to rally your troops to eat out on a Wednesday night? We've got you covered! Please join the St. Louis PTO and Lebanese Taverna for a Spirit Night Dinner Pick Up! 15% of all sales are givien back to St Louis PTO. Place your order now until 5pm on March 28, 2023. It will be ready for you to grab on Wednesday, March 29th in the upper carpool parking lot between 2:45- 3:20 p.m. Available to all EDC participants. Meals will be stored in the school kitchen until EDC pick up.Thank you for your support of the St. Louis PTO and of local businesses! Questions? Email: stlouispto@yahoo.com
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PTO Bake Sale - April 1-2
Spring is in the Baking Air!
Please get out your pretty bowls and measuring utensils and help us make the last bake sale for 2022/2023 a great success!
When: Saturday, April 1 & Sunday, April 2nd 2023
Time: Saturday 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm and Sunday 8:00 am to 2:00 pm
Where: St. Louis, McClunn Hall
If baking is not your thing, we can always use helpful hands for set up and sales. Any donations or volunteer hours you can spare are greatly appreciated.
Thank you, Monica & Annemarie
Volunteer SIGN UP
Item Donations SIGN UP
PTO Contacts: Annemarie mianoa@aol.com or Monica monigsimental@yahoo.com
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Used Uniform Sale - April 1-2
The PTO will have its last Used Uniform Sale of the year on April 1 and April 2. We need volunteers on both days. No Virtus training necessary. Sign up HERE. If you have uniforms to donate, please drop them off at the front office before April 1, or bring them to McClunn hall between 3:00 pm and 5:30 pm on Saturday, April 1.
PTO Contact: Sharon Moss srjones@hotmail.com
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Family Bingo Night - April 28
Join us on Friday, April 28th for an evening of family fun! Bingo! Prizes! Registration and pizza pre-order is available here. Be sure to register early, as space is limited! More details on raffle tickets and volunteer opportunities to come. Please direct any questions to Allison Parmiter at allisimms@gmail.com
PLEASE NOTE: This private event is for St. Louis School & Preschool families only.
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PTO Volunteer Hours
As a reminder - don't forget to log your volunteer hours! If you have logged fewer than half the required hours for this school year (18 for two parent families and 9 for single parent families), you should have received an email tlast week to let you know. Log your hours here. Families that do not fulfill their volunteer requirements by the end of the school year will be charged at the end of the year ($25 per unfulfilled hour) via the FACTS system.
Questions? Contact Kerry Kaminski - stlouisvolunteercoordinator@gmail.com.
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Hand Building Ceramic Exploration Class for Middle School Students
Thursdays, April 20-May 25, 3:30-5:00pm
This class introduces students to the ancient craft of working with clay. Under Miss Balough's instruction, students will experience hand-building techniques including pinch, coil, and slab. Wheel throwing is introduced with expectations for basic levels of achievement, including cylinder, bowl, and plate forms. Together, we will explore the multi stepped creative process of Ceramics, developing functional and sculptural shapes, and a variety of glazing techniques, concluding with three finalized works of ceramics.
COST: $185.00 (includes all materials and tools)
Class size limited to 10 students.
Register HERE.
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Spring CYO Coaches & Volunteers Needed - Track and Volleyball
Must be VIRTUS cleared. Please reach out to us at SaintLouisCYO@gmail.com as soon as possible if you are able to assist.
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Track Registration is Open!
Sports Pilot Registration is now open. Track is open to students in 3-8th Grade – registration closes 4/15/2023.
Practice for those who have already registered will start this Friday, March 24th from 3:30-5:00 pm.
Questions? Please contact the CYO Team at SaintLouisCYO@gmail.com
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Knights of Columbus Wild Game Feed scheduled for March 25 has been postponed until further notice. | |
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Bishop Ireton Presents The Music Man,
March 24-26, April 1
Bishop Ireton High School's Theater Arts Department presents Meredith Willson's The Music Man, March 24, 25, 31, and April 1 at 7pm, and March 26 at 2pm, in Garwood Whaley Auditorium at Bishop Ireton High School, 201 Cambridge Road, Alexandria, VA 22314. Tickets and further information available HERE.
Cast includes several St. Louis alum - Daniel Canty, Deacon Crenshaw, Nora Hixson, Matthew LoGrande, TJ Mitchell, Matthew Nicols, Alison Nienaber, Isaac Nienaber, Nick Olson, Gabrielle Pamor, and Allison Swetz.
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BASH - Saturday, April 22
BASH is an opportunity for middle school students to gather with Bishop Burbidge to celebrate their Catholic Faith. The St. Louis Youth Ministry will be organizing a bus for this event. Please see the attached flyer for more information. Parents are also needed to chaperone.
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Marymount University Annual STEM Event, April 22
Marymount University is holding its annual STEM event on April 22, 2023, from 10:00 am to 11:30 am in Rowley Hall. This event is for all students from PK-9th grades. Parents, teachers, administrators, and especially students are invited to a day of fun activities which include but are not limited to Arts and Crafts activities, making and setting off rockets, petting a snake or turtles, making mother's day presents, maker space activities and much more. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
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Bishop Ireton Summer Camp Registration Open
Bishop Ireton High School is excited to offer six weeks of Summer Camps beginning June 20, 2023 through July 28, 2023. Come explore what Bishop Ireton has to offer! We’ve added new camps and expanded choices in the areas of Sports, Fine Arts and STEM! Please see the attached flyer for descriptions of the camps and registration link.
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St. Louis families can use code STLOUIS for $50 off. | | | | |
