School Newsletter
02.03.22
Mission:
St. Anthony of Padua School Community
engages students in academic excellence
while guiding them to live as a reflection of Jesus.
School Calendar:

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From Mrs. Pudelko:

Happy Catholic Schools Week! This week is always a highlight for our students and staff. Thank you to our staff who organized the activities for the week. The Matt Wilhem assembly was a hit and our kids got to see him break a world record during the assembly. If they didn't tell you about it, I encourage you to ask them about their favorite part - there were a variety of highlights! We postponed the talent show from this week and plan to host it at the beginning of May. A date should be on the calendar soon. Please join us for Mass tomorrow morning; I heard our 4th grade students practicing today and they sounded great!

If you haven't already, I encourage you to sign up for parent teacher conferences. This is a great opportunity to learn what is happening in your child's classroom. Teachers will also have winter NWEA Maps scores. Overall, I am please with the growth our students are showing! I'll be able to share shortly with how St. Anthony students did compared to National Averages.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership.
Have a wonderful weekend!

Jenny
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Noteworthy News:
  • 8TH GRADE BURRITO SALE: Our 8th grade burrito sale starts today, January 31 - February 18.  This fundraiser helps our 8th grade students a way to earn money towards all of the 8th Grade events throughout the year.  Wet Burritos are $9 and Dry Burritos are $7. Contact an 8th grader or the school office to place your order.

  • KIDS HEART CHALLENGE...: Take a road trip across America with the Kids Heart Challenge Explorers! Our school kicked off on January 31. Be sure to complete Finn’s Mission so you can learn CPR, stroke symptoms, and how to move more with your family. Join the heart heroes and learn all about healthy choices and being active. St. Anthony is Heart Healthy

  • EARLY CHILDHOOD INFORMATION NIGHT: Now is the time to start thinking about registering your child for preschool, developmental kindergarten, or kindergarten. Spread the word to your family, friends, and neighbors that our Registration for the 2022-2023 school year will open soon. You are invited to join us for our Early Childhood Night on March 7, from 5:30-7:30. Call the school office to reserve your time slot!

  • GIRLS ON THE RUN REGISTRATION: Girls on the Run is an 8-week program for girls in 3rd to 5th grade. The program includes 2 practices each week (March/April) and ends with a celebration 5K race in May. Registration found here is due January 31, 2022. What is Girls on the Run?
February Hot Lunch Menu:

Click image to bring up interactive live calendar. Please note we will not be continually sending separate blasts with last-minute changes due to continued shortages in the supply chain. This link along with the app will be updated automatically as soon as changes occur. (click on the calendar)
AmazonSmile:
Amazon shoppers, this is for you!

AmazonSmile is a great opportunity to raise money for St. Anthony School. If you are planning to make any purchases on Amazon, please look at using AmazonSmile when making your purchases, as St. Anthony will receive .05% for each purchase when using AmazonSmile at no cost for you!

How it works:
  • Go to https://smile.amazon.com/, and then log in to your Amazon account.
  • Click the "Get Started" button.
  • When looking for the charity name, type in "St. Anthony of Padua Church" - please make sure the location is listed as Grand Rapids, MI.
  • Begin shopping!

**Please note that each time you are making a purchase on Amazon, be sure to always start at https://smile.amazon.com. We suggest creating a bookmark directly to your smartphone screen.**
Athletic News: 

  • SPRING SPORTS REGISTRATION NOW OPEN: Registration for GRACEAC spring sports is now open! The following sports will be available for 5th-8th graders at GRACEAC member schools and parishes this spring - girls soccer, girls lacrosse, boys lacrosse, baseball, boys & girls track, and boys & girls tennis (6th-8th graders only). Registration can be done at the following link: GRACEAC Spring Sports Registration

  • 3RD/4TH GRADE BOYS & GIRLS LACROSSE: GRACEAC is excited to offer boys & girls lacrosse to 3rd & 4th graders! The player fee is $131.00, which parents can pay during the registration process. Registration for 3rd/4th grade boys and girls lacrosse is due by Monday, February 28 and can be done at the following link: Catholic United 3rd/4th Grade Boys & Girls Lacrosse

  • 3 on 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT: St. Paul the Apostle is hosting their 22nd annual 3 on 3 basketball tournament on March 13. This tournament is open to all 4th-8th grade boys and girls! See the attached flyer for details on how to register! St. Paul the Apostle 3 on 3 Tournament Flyer

  • ATHLETIC COMMUNICATION and CALENDAR: The athletic calendar will be updated regularly with practices times, game times, and deadlines. Please use the athletic calendar as a reference point for planning. It can be found on the school website and St. Anthony app. All athletic communication should be sent to athletics@saparish.com. **Please note all last-minute changes and cancellations will be found on TeamSnap App Notifications and Chats screen from GRACEAC, coaches, and athletic directors**

  • WINTER II SEASON: Please remind your students of their grade responsibility for eligibility. Activity eligibility is reviewed weekly by teachers. Please see the Athletic Handbook on the school website for specific details. If you have any questions, please contact Lisa Barnum, Interim Athletic Director or Chad Wieber, Dean of Students.

  • SPORTS PHYSICALS: All students grades 3rd through 8th are required to have a physical dated after 4.15.2021 on file with the school office before the first day of scheduled practice. Forms can be found here and emailed to athletics@saparish.com or dropped off to the school office.

West Catholic HS Athletics News:

  • WEST CATHOLIC ESPORTS LEAGUE: Calling all middle schoolers interested in E-Sports! Participate in 1-2 hour practices each week with one-hour matches against other middle schools in the state of Michigan. Sign up HERE!
Home & School Association Updates:

  • THE LOCAL FUNDRAISER NIGHT:  Join other St. Anthony families at The Local for a good meal and to support our school. Thursday, February 17, from 3:00-9:00. See you there!

  • ARTOME: Save the Date! March 15 from 5-7. The Artome art show that will include artwork created by St. Anthony students that will be for sale. Proceeds will support the art department. More information to come.
SCRIP Office News:

Cash and Carry and Order Pick Up Schedule:
Friday 8am-8:30am and following school Mass until 9:30 am, as well as following 9am Sunday Mass.

**Orders are due on Monday’s by 8:30am

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St. Anthony of Padua App:

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