OUR MISSION:
St. Rita School inspires students in Pre-Kindergarten through grade eight to achieve academic excellence in a safe, nurturing and faith-filled Catholic environment.
We prepare students to be morally responsible, innovative thinkers who, in today’s technology-guided global community, live and share the Love of Christ.
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From the Desk of Mrs. Tiezzi
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Dear SRS Parents and Guardians,
Today, we celebrate Administrative Professionals Day and I would like to thank both of our terrific Administrative Assistants, Mrs. Angie Barnett and Mr. Michael Halloran for helping to keep St. Rita School moving forward. Their efforts and commitment to our students, faculty, and parents are appreciated. They make a difference at St. Rita School every day and in every way.
Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week and we will be celebrating our terrific and dedicated teachers. Thanks to their tireless energy and perseverance we have continued to provide a faith-filled, academically excellent education for your child/ren during these unprecedented times. Throughout the week we will be honoring them with a special treat or activity, thanks to the generosity of our HSA, our parents, and our vendors. Please be sure to spread some kindness to your child’s teacher by saying thank you!
Tomorrow is the second day of the IOWA tests for students in grades 3-7. Testing will once again take place from 8:30-10:30. The results of the testing will be sent home to parents with your child’s final report card and will be used by our teachers for planning purposes for the upcoming school year. Please be sure your child is well rested for tomorrow’s testing, has eaten breakfast, and he/she arrives on-time for school. Testing will continue next week, as well.
Re- registration for the 2022-2023 school year is past due and we are currently accepting new students. A number of our classes are currently reaching capacity. If you have not yet re-registered please do so soon and if your child/family will not be returning, please contact the office immediately. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. The financial aid portal will open on May 1 and families must be re-registered in order to apply for financial assistance.
Msgr. Joe will be officially retiring this Sunday, May 1. There will be a special Mass and reception in his honor at St. Rita Church this Sunday, May 1 @ 11:30. A reception will follow from 1:00-3:00 at the school. All school families are invited to attend both events to thank Msgr. Joe for his leadership and honor him as he retires from active ministry.
Good luck to our robotics team, the Crusader Crushers who will be competing against other Archdiocesan school robotics teams this Saturday. The competition will take place at St. Bridget School in Cheshire. Thank you to our advisors and parents for supporting this endeavor.
Summer Camp registration is open on-line. Specific details about the weekly programs will be included on the registration portal. The registration link is: www.srsathletics.com. Once registered a non-refundable 50% deposit by check/cash must be made to secure your child’s spot. Please send your payment to the school office in an envelope marked Summer Camp, attention Mrs. Palowski. The balance must be paid in full by June 15.
Thank you for entrusting your child/ren to our care. Have a glorious week.
God Bless,
Mrs. Tiezzi
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Parents - If your child is showing any symptoms that may be related to COVID, please test them before sending them to school.
If you need additional test kits,
please let the office know.
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Office Falcigno from Hamden PD was here this afternoon - there will be an officer here each afternoon at dismissal ticketing cars who are stopped in the no parking areas. |
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Please observe the “NO PARKING” signs on Gillies Road, Edgemere Road, and Dessa Drive. Your willingness to observe the NO PARKING signs will ensure the safety of our students and school neighbors, and allow our neighbors and emergency vehicles to navigate through the neighborhood. Please share this with grandparents, caregivers, and anyone else who may pick up your child at dismissal.
The neighbors have asked that we observe the no parking signs. Please help us be good neighbors. Please see the provided map for no parking areas, and available parking lots.
Areas marked in red are no parking areas.
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Parents - if you have any photos of Monsignor Joe from any events or programs and would like to have them included in the slide show at his retirement celebration, please send them to office@stritaschool.org. Thank you. |
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PLEASE NOTE that the time listed for
Friday, May 13 was incorrect on the order form
that came home with your child today.
The correct time for the Friday, May 13 performance is 6:00 pm.
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Our fun-filled summer camp will be filled to the brim with fun!
Each week will feature a different theme for our campers to enjoy!
Pick one week or all six!
Week 1: Sports and Games
June 20 - June 34
Week 2: Community and Home
June 27 - July 1
Week 3: Animals are Fun!
July 5 - July 8
Week 4: Passport to the World
July 11 - July 15
Week 5: Science Exploration and Technology
July 18 - July 22
Week 6: Weather and Sun
July 25 - July 29
Sessions run Monday to Friday EXCEPT the week of July 4th.
Arrival is 8:30 am - Pickup is 12:30 PM
Campers should bring snacks!
Cost - $150 for weeks 1, 2, 4, 5, & 6; $125 for week 3
Registration Materials are available online
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Our Lost & Found bin is overflowing!! If your child is missing anything, especially a fleece, please have him/her check the lost & found bin at the top of the gym stairs. |
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HSA
Home/School Association
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It is not too late to RSVP for the
Mother Son Event!
Please send all RSVP forms into school ASAP!
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St. Rita School Annual Mother's Day Plant Sale
Our Annual Plant sale will take place on
Thursday, May 5th and Friday May 6th.
You may bring cash or check, made payable to St. Rita HSA, when you pick up your order. All pre-orders should be picked up by 4 pm on Friday, May 6th. All plants will be provided by Paradise Nursery in Hamden
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N.U.T. Coupon Days have been moved from Friday to Thursday.
The LAST N.U.T Coupon day is
Thursday, May 19
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The N.U.T. Coupon sign-up has been closed, but if you missed it, you can still dress down.
Please send in cash or check in an envelope to the office labeled N.U.T. Coupon with your child’s name and grade.
$5.00 for the remaining dress down day.
The HSA is tentatively planning these upcoming events, and we would love to have some volunteers to help plan them. If you are interested in volunteering, please email hsasrs.stritaschool@gmail.com.
Upcoming Events
Mother/Son Event - April 29
Plant Sale - May 5 - 6
Annie Jr. - School Play - May 13 & 14
Father/Daughter Dance - May 20
Cash Raffle - June 10
Tentative End of Year Family Picnic - June 10
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Shop with Scrip Fundraiser:
With the help of over 750 brands, Scrip turns your everyday shopping into earnings for St. Rita School through the purchase of gift cards.
Monies for our school are earned through the purchase of gift cards. Every gift card has a rebate percentage on it so every time a gift card is purchased that rebate goes directly to St. Rita.
There are over 750 fabulous brands to choose from - whether your needs are groceries, gas, dining out, home improvement projects, clothing, travel, parties or special occasion, there's a Scrips gift card for every occasion.
IT'S EASY, IT'S REWARDING, AND IT FITS PERFECTLY INTO YOUR BUSY LIFESTYLE.
Thank you for supporting SRS and Happy Shopping!
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COVID Vaccines: Please continue to send in a copy of your child's COVID Vaccination record after they have received their second dose.
Seasonal Allergies: Allergy season is upon us. Allergy symptoms can mimic cold symptoms: cough, congestion, runny nose, watery eyes. If your child is suffering from seasonal allergies please send in a note to the nurse.
State mandated physicals:
Students entering Pre K and Kindergarten must have a physical dated after August 31, 2021. Please send in a copy of the physical and immunization record to the school marked "Attention School Nurse" before the start of school in the fall. A physical must be received in order for your child to start school.
Students entering grade 7 must have a physical dated after May 1, 2021 along with a Tetanus booster and a meningitis vaccine. Please send in a copy of the physical and immunization record before the last day of school. If your child will be having a physical over the summer please let the school nurse know. Your child will not be allowed to begin school in the fall unless the nurse has a copy of the physical and their immunizations are updated.
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Xavier High School invites you to participate in our annual Pre-HSPT which will take place on Saturday April 30, 2022 from 9am-12:00pm. The test begins promptly at 9:00am. Please plan on arriving at Xavier High School no later than 8:50am.
The Pre-HSPT serves as a practice for the HSPT that will be given at Xavier in November. We encourage you to consider registering today.
Looking for some summer opportunities? Visit our Summer Camps page for more information.
SAVE THESE DATES on your calendar:
Sunday October 16, 2022 - Xavier Fall Open House
*this event is not to be missed. The atmosphere is simply electric. Learn more about our programs, meet our students, faculty and staff, see our excellent facilities. (Invitation will arrive in your email box mid-September)
Saturday November 5, 2022 & Saturday November 12, 2022 - Xavier HSPT (Entrance Exam)
*a required step in our admission process. Expect a registration invitation in the beginning of October
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FAIRFIELD PREP 6th & 7th GRADE
INFORMATION NIGHT
Fairfield Prep is excited to invite parents & their sons to our 6th & 7th Grade Information Night on
May 5 from 7:00-8:00 pm.
The event will be an opportunity to visit our campus and learn more about Fairfield Prep’s mission, values, academics and co-curricular activities. You'll hear about the experiences of our current students & faculty, our plans for the future, and what makes Fairfield Prep such a special place for your son’s high school experience.
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Please pray for all those that have suffered in Ukraine, and all those who are suffering or have lost a loved-one during this pandemic. |
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Please pray for the Sweeney and Rice Families, and all the deceased members of our
St. Rita School community.
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St. Rita School
1601 Whitney Avenue
Hamden, CT 06517
Phone: (203) 248.3114
Fax: (203) 248.1016
www.stritaschool.org
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