St. Pius X / St. Leo School Newsletter
October 6, 2023
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STATE OF OUR SCHOOL
The SPSL State of Our School is an annual publication updating our school community on important information such as school finances, campus improvements, and SPSL educational programs and accomplishments. Please take time to read the 2023 State of Our School here. |
JOIN US!
It's time to RSVP for the Individually Unique, Together Complete Fundraiser! Please join us for the biggest fundraiser of the year on October 21, 2023 at Creighton Prep. It's a SPSL tradition for parents to attend this casual and fun event to support our special school. Learn more from our Fundraiser Chairs in this FAQ. |
OPTIONAL DRESS DOWN DAY
Friday, October 13 is an optional dress down day to benefit the SPSL Fundraiser. Fundraising efforts are vitally important to supporting the mission of the school. Students that choose to dress down should bring at least one dollar if they are able. Please follow the 'Dress Down Day' guidelines in the Family Handbook, which can be found on the school website. |
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LAURITZEN GARDENS
This week, the seventh graders took a field trip to Lauritzen Gardens as part of their Japanese-American literature unit. The students had written wakas (a form of Japanese poetry) prior to going on the trip, then painted kanji and the beautiful scenery they saw while at the Gardens. The students painted under a perfect blue sky next to one of the tori at the foot of the mini Mount Fuji in the Japanese Park. It was an amazing day!
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St. Pius X / St. Leo School is a diverse community forming students in the Catholic faith to excel in academics and service to others. |
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GRAND-PANTHER MASS
SPSL has enjoyed hosting our Grandparents and Grandfriends at Masses this year. This week, we welcomed our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade Grand-Panthers to join us for Mass and a small reception afterwards. Our Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd graders can look forward to their Grand-Panther Mass on April 10, 2024.
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WE LOVE OUR PRIESTS!
SPSL School is so fortunate to have such involved priests in our school. Father Craig has been making regular visits to classrooms to spend time with students, answer questions, and teach us more about the Catholic faith.
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CULVER'S RESTAURANT NIGHT
Save the date for a delicious night out that benefits SPSL! Our next Restaurant Night is Wednesday, October 18 from 4:00 - 9:00 PM at Culver's on 120th and Maple. More information will come home soon!
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DISMISSAL
Your child must be picked up at 3:25 PM (Prek at 3:20 PM, 8th at 3:30 PM) each day unless enrolled in our Extended Care program. Students are being left without a prompt ride home which leaves staff supervising these students when they have other responsibilities at that time.
If unforeseen circumstances arise and your student will not have a ride home at 3:25, please call the office ASAP.
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THANK YOU!
Many thanks to families at St. Pius X / St. Leo School who donated so generously to help furnish the apartments for the two families from Venezuela. These families have moved into their new homes and are enjoying the many items donated to them. They have asked that we convey their sincere appreciation to all who have helped them feel so welcome as new members of our community!
Tom and Margaret Hoarty
Omaha Welcomes the Stranger
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FALL FUNDRAISER NEWS!
Now is the time to purchase your Tuition Raffle ticket for just $20 per ticket! The winner receives FREE TUITION for a Kindergarten-8th grade student for the 2024-25 school year (a value of approximately $3,800)! Send your entry form and payment into school soon - you don't want to miss out on your chance to win! The winner will be announced at the fundraiser on October 21 (winner need not be present to win).
Thank you to all families who helped with gift card donations for the Fundraiser Lucky Punch! The following homerooms collected either six gift cards or $150 in gift cards and earned a free dress down day: 3B, 4C, 4D, 5C, 6D, 7A, 7C, 8A, and 8B. A special congratulations to 7C for being the homeroom with the highest percentage of participation! As a reward, the students in 7C get to wear a hoodie of their choice on Wednesday, October 11. Thank you again to all who participated!
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SPSL WATER BOTTLES
All SPSL students are asked to bring a refillable water bottle to school each day. Why not show your Panther spirit with your water bottle! SPSL has Panther water bottles available for purchase for just $5 each! To buy a water bottle, send cash/check to school with your child in an envelope marked “Attention Development Office”. We will send the water bottles home with your child so please also let us know their name and homeroom. Please include a note if the item is a gift that you would like to pick up rather than sending it home with your child.
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STAFF BIRTHDAY TREATS
We are looking for a few more families to bring treats/snacks for the teachers' lounge to celebrate faculty and staff birthdays. Click here to volunteer. Thank you to all our families who have signed up to celebrate our faculty and staff!
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WEATHER REMINDER
As the weather cools this autumn, please send a jacket or sweatshirt to school with your students. Students will go outside for recess every day unless the temperature feels like less than 10 degrees. If your student needs a school uniform sweatshirt that may be worn during the school day, those can be ordered here.
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ST. LEO THE GREAT
PARISH NEWS
St. Leo Knights of Columbus are hosting a pancake breakfast
October 15 from 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Join us for sausage & biscuits, eggs,
pancakes, potatoes, fruit & beverage.
The cost is $7 per adult, $3 per child, or $22 per family with all proceeds going to Essential Pregnancy Services.
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ST. PIUS X PARISH NEWS
Calendar Club Tickets are now on sale! Calendar Club tickets make fantastic gifts for every occasion - whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, Christmas, or just because! You can even treat yourself with a ticket or two! It costs $35 for 366 chances to win and there are $20,000 in prizes. Pick up tickets in the parish office, school office, or the narthex of the church.
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IMPORTANT DATES
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October 9: NO SCHOOL - Faculty Development
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October 13: End of Quarter 1
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October 13: Optional Dress Down Day to benefit Fundraiser
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October 18: Culver's Restaurant Night
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October 21: Fall Fundraiser
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October 26: SmartGEN Presentation at St. Leo
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October 31: Last day to wear shorts
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