CHRONICLE
January 28, 2021
Mission: Communion of Saints Catholic School serves a diverse community and fosters life-long learners and witnesses to the Gospel who are committed to worshiping God and serving His people.
PRINCIPAL CORNER
Dear Parents,
      There are many exciting activities coming up. First off, the students participating in Power of the Pen will be competing virtually this Saturday. They are Gabe Ewen, Brady Foss, Victor Gideon, Jane Kennedy, Reiland Kostos, Geogia Kuras, Meredith Mawby, and Eva Panza. A big Thank You to Mr. & Mrs. Panza and Mrs. Sluzewski for giving of their time to work with the students and enter this competition. Good luck everyone! We are proud of you!
The next event is Catholic Schools Week which begins on Sunday, January 31. It would be nice if any families who attend masses on Sunday have their children dress in the school uniform. On Monday the students will be celebrating ‘Community’. The students will create thank-you cards to the library, police, and fire departments for all they do for the community. In addition, Monday will kick off the weeklong STEM activities in which students will work together in (very) small groups to begin the process of reconnecting with peers. Covid has forced so much distancing and isolation, the activities are designed to bring students back together. Be sure to check the calendar for scheduled dress down themed days for the week.
 Many thanks go to the PTO for providing funding for various Catholic Schools Week activities and for organizing parent volunteers to cover recess duties on Friday for Teacher Appreciation Day. I know I speak for the entire faculty and staff when I express gratitude for all you do to support the school. The Communion of Saints community is the best!
Let us continue to pray for those affected by the pandemic and for front line workers who make sacrifices daily for the sake of others.
 
Sincerely,
Mrs. Whiteley
IMPORTANT DATES
Sun., Jan. 31- * Catholic Schools Week begins- Watch for an email on 1/30!

Mon., Feb. 1- Celebrating Communities- regular uniform day

Tues., Feb. 2- Celebrating our Students- PJ Dress down!

Wed., Feb. 3- Celebrating Vocations- Dress Up-Dress to Impress Day!

Thurs., Feb. 4- Celebrating the Nation- Red/white/blue Dress Down
2021-2022 Registration materials come home.

Fri., Feb. 5- Celebration our Faculty/Staff- regular uniform day
Catholic Schools Week-ENVELOPE FUNDRAISER
VIRTUAL ENVELOPE FUNDRAISER
CLASS COMPETITION
 FOR
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK

THE CLASS THAT HAS THE HIGHEST % of CLASS PARTICIPATION
(envelopes picked, not dolllar amount donated)
AT THE END OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
WILL WIN A DRESS DOWN DAY
 
Click the link below, select Fundraiser Grid and then click a grid number. Each number corresponds to a dollar amount that you are pledging to pay. Once you click the number you will complete a google form with your information and an option to pay with paypal or a check/cash sent to school. Paypal link is also below. All form information will be kept confidential.  Thank you from PTO!
POWER OR THE PEN-COMPETITION
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Best of luck to the following seventh and eighth grade students who will be competing this Saturday in the Power of the Pen Competition. We are so impressed with your commitement and talent!

Gabe Ewen Reiland Kostos Meredith Mawby
Brady Foss Georgia Kuras Eva Panza
Victor Gideon Jane Kennedy
LUNCH DUTY -Help Needed Asap
COS School is in need of Lunch help for the remainder of the school year. This paid per hour position is Mon.-Fri. from 11am-1pm. Please contact Mrs. Whiteley, asap, if you are able to help: gwhiteley@communionofsaintsparish.org.
CONGRATS! 8th Grade-SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
Congratulations!
Our 8th grade students continue to shine! We are so proud of your accomplishments.

Ethan F.-Merit Award Benedictine
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COVID-19 Cases Report -Ohio Department of Health
Thank you for helping us stay safe and healthy. The Ohio Department of Health reports on all school cases. More information can be found using the link below.
REGISTRATION 2021-2022
Can you believe it is time to start thinking about next school year! 2021-2022 Registration materials for current families will be sent home next Thursday, 2/4. Forms and registration fees are due by March 1st.
Open registration for new families will begin March 1st.

Questions? Contact Mrs. Borally in the school office.
FEBURARY HOT LUNCH FORMS DUE ASAP!
If you have not already done so, PLEASE turn in your February Hot Lunch form asap!
Although all students are eligible for free hot lunch, Mrs. Veasey needs to keep track of ordering.
Menu is available here. Order form is available here.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: 21/22 Academic Year
The opportunities below were posted by the Diocese of Cleveland. Please be sure to read them carefully. They are from outside sources and the deadlines are firm.

Bishops' Scholarship for Excellence: Due to COS March 1, 2021
Eight $3,000 Scholarships to current 10th and 11th grade students applicable to their 11th & 12th grade years respectively.
Sixteen $1,000 scholarships to current 6th & 7th grade students applicable to their 7th & 8th grade years respectively. CLICK HERE

The Martin T. Glavin Memorial Scholarship Fund for Catholic High School Students:
Due date: March 15, 2021- see application for address.
Criteria: (1)has a family member who is a member of the Catholic Lawyers Guild or a parent who is an attorney practicing law in Northeast Ohio; (2) are currently accepted to, or enrolled in a Catholic high school within the Diocese of Cleveland; (3) are registered at a parish in the Diocese; (4) are participating members of their school and/or community. CLICK HERE

M. Thomas Moore Scholarship for Elementary Students; Due to COS by March 1, 2021
For: Catholic elementary school students currently in grades 1 through 7 who will be
entering grades 2 through 8. CLICK HERE
Diocese of Cleveland- Financial Aid App.
To apply for Diocesan financial aid, visit https://online.factsmgt.com/aid
Families applying for Diocesan Financial Aid, through the Diocese of Cleveland for the 2021-2022 academic year, will need to complete an application and submit the necessary supporting documentation to FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment by March 15, 2021.  

More Info can be found HERE
2160 Stillman Road Cleveland Heights, Ohio 44118
Phone: 216.932.4177 Fax: 216.932.7439