Dear St. Giles Families,
Three day weekends give us the extra time to rest, relax, and have some extra fun! We look forward to celebrating the once in a lifetime 2.22.22 on Tuesday with imagination and creativity. In case you missed our special eNews on Friday, you can read about ‘Twos’day Tuesday here.
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Bravo to all of our talented performers who joined our annual PTO Variety Show this year! Haven’t had time to view the show yet? Take some time this weekend; you won’t regret it! A special thank you to our PTO and to Heather Kroll for her tech skills and making it all possible.
We had one positive COVID case reported since last week’s eNews. We continue to work with the OPDH and Archdiocese regarding mask mandates and will provide updates when available. Beginning Tuesday, students are no longer required to mask outside during recess. This change to our protocols follows OPDH adjusting their guidance to state that outdoor masking is not mandatory. We ask that students work to maintain a safe distance from others while playing during recess, and, of course, students who choose to remain masked outdoors may do so. Indoor masking is still required in Oak Park schools. Their most recent information can be found here. Questions regarding their policies can be sent to health@oak-park.us
Spirit Wear Days are back! Let’s Go Lions! We have added five spirit wear days to the calendar to show our Lion pride. Our next date is Tuesday, March 8th. Additional dates can be found on the school calendar in the Family Portal. Get your spirit wear ready!
Enjoy the extra day of rest tomorrow and have a wonderful week.
Stay safe and well,
Meg
Reminders
Monday, February 21st-No School, President's Day
Saturday, March 19th-Annual Black and Gold Virtual Gala
Monday, March 21st-No School
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Black & Gold Giveaway Tickets On Sale NOW
As we aim to make this year’s fundraiser our most successful yet, we are asking each family to sell or buy at least 10 tickets for our two signature raffles. Together, these raffles raised almost $18,000 last year – essential fundraising that goes directly to our school.
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The Great Tuition Giveaway awards one lucky winner free parishioner-rate tuition for one student for the 22-23 school year. Tickets are $100 each and only 120 are sold.
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The Grand Opportunity Giveaway awards a trip for two to Napa Valley, including airfare, hotel and car rental OR $3,000 cash! Tickets are $25 each or 5 for $100.
It’s easy to encourage friends, family and neighbors to purchase a raffle ticket – just share this link. They just may win big, while helping St. Giles. And, that’s a win-win!
If you haven’t yet registered on the Handbid app, take a few minutes to do so today. Just scan the QR code below or click HERE to register. In addition to purchasing raffle tickets, once registered you can become a business or family sponsor, bid in the silect auction and make general donations.
Questions about Black & Gold Pride? E-mail Development anytime.
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Black & Gold After-Party!
Look for an e-vite to come this week, inviting all parents to a Black & Gold after-party! Watch the virtual celebration, then join us for drinks and a chance to mingle with fellow Lion parents. This is being organized and hosted independently by parents involved in the event; more details will be shared in the e-vite. Get your babysitters lined up now! Email Kelly Richard for a list of alumni sitters!
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The Queen Has Been Found!
At the Queen of Hearts 50/50 raffle drawing on Thursday night, the Queen was found! Congrats go to a St. Luke's parent who won the raffle. With the jackpot over $21,000, St. Giles School's portion is more than $5,200, which will go to support extra-curriculars, including athletics. Many thanks to all the parents who organized the reboot of the Queen of Hearts Raffle this year, especially Kathleen Sweeney and the Athletics Advisory Committee, as well as all the families who agreed to volunteer for ticket sales over the last few weeks.
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Spring Enrichment is back at St. Giles!
Infinity Arts, Chess Ed, Giving Artfully, and Legacy Sports will return, with different age levels and activities! Registration is now open. Enrichment for Spring starts the week of March 14th and goes until the week of May 23rd.
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Save The Date
March 4th
St. Giles Family Scavenger Hunt
hosted by the 2022 Confirmation Candidates 3:30pm to 6:30pm
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Registration is now open for the spring season of Oak Park AYSO soccer. The season starts in late March and typically involves 1-2 weeknight practices per week and a Saturday game. Games run from mid-April through early June. AYSO is a volunteer-run organization that is always in need of parents to serve as head coaches. Look for volunteer opportunities on the registration page! For any questions, please contact Tom O’Brien at 773-544-6186 or Div1B@oakparkayso.org.
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The Illinois Department of Human Services is offering COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics at the Family and Community Resource Centers (FCRC). FAQ's regarding neighborhood clinics can be found here.
Wednesday, March 2nd at the Northwest FCRC at
4105 W Chicago Ave, Chicago IL 60651 from 10 am-7 pm
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MATILDA THE MUSICAL
The performances will take place Friday, March 4, Saturday, March 5, and Sunday, March 6 in the Trinity auditorium.
TRINITY TOURS
Trinity’s Admissions Team is hosting private tours throughout the spring. Learn more about the #Brave #Bold #Brilliant Trinity High School education! Tours are available Monday - Sunday by appointment.
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