Friday, July 23, 2021
Back to School

Hello, Families!

It seems impossible to believe that summer vacation is almost over! We hope everyone has had a wonderful break so far and sincerely wish you peaceful and enjoyable weeks to come.

We are reaching out to share information helping you prepare for the upcoming school year! First off, a BIG welcome! to families new to St. Catherine - St. Lucy School! And a warm "welcome back" to our returning families.

Take a few moments to look over the information below. We are doing things a bit differently this year - our goal is to make things as EASY as possible for you! And as always, we are a phone call or a "stop-in" away to help answer any questions!

See everyone soon!
FACTS / Tuition

FACTS is our tuition management system. Families may pay tuition via FACTS and we are able to assign financial aid / scholarship funds.

Families may be receiving notices from FACTS regarding their tuition payments for the upcoming school year. Please do not be alarmed if the amount stated in FACTS does not reflect what you believe you should be paying. We are in the process, as we speak, of adding in scholarship/aid to individual accounts.

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to call the school. Just know we are working on our end to get the correct information in and all accounts should be accurate within a few weeks!
School Supplies
Backpack + Water Bottle

New this year - we will be providing all the classroom supplies your child will need! The only things you need to provide are a backpack and a water bottle.

We do have SCSL personalized water bottles available for sale in the office for $5.00 if you're interested!
School Uniforms

Simplifying things, we are introducing a new school uniform!

Girls and boys may wear a white collared shirt and navy blue bottoms. Specifically, girls may wear a jumper dress, skirt/skort, or navy knee length shorts (warmer weather). Boys may wear navy pants and knee length shorts (warmer weather). All items are available for purchase from major retailers like Target and Walmart and may be purchased at the store or online.

We are also offering a blue cardigan and white shirt which are embroidered with the Wildcat logo and school logo. These are available through our online Spirit Wear Store along with other spirt wear items.

  • Gym Uniform (for gym days): Navy blue t-shirt or sweatshirt and sweatpants. No logos. Shirts and pants with school lettering are available for purchase from the school office. No leggings.
  • Spirit Wear Fridays! Every Friday, students may wear school spirit wear. This also includes jerseys from school sports teams. The Spirit Wear Shop will open up several times throughout the school year. No jeans on Fridays.

During the transition, students may continue to wear the uniform from the previous years. See the Family Handbook for more details on the uniform code.
Spirit Wear Store
Now OPEN!
Closes July 28th

Who's ready for some awesome SCSL spirit wear?
Who wants to buy the brand new SCSL uniform shirts and cardigans?
ARE YOU?

The store is now OPEN! You may find the link on our school website, or click HERE to order. The store will be "OPEN" until July 28th and orders will be shipped to the school office the week of August 9th so you'll have everything before school begins.

Remember, every Friday this year will be WILDCAT Friday and students are invited to wear their spirit wear.

GO, WILDCATS!
Family Handbook

Everything you need to know... and more! Please print out the handbook and read it with your child(ren). Arrival time, discipline, uniform code, technology use and much more are explained in the handbook. A few helpful items:

  • The school day begins at 8:05am; students will be allowed into the building at 7:50am.

  • Dismissal is at 2:45pm, and students will exit through the front door. Children in extended care will be escorted to their rooms by the staff.

  • St. Catherine-St. Lucy School is committed to being a fully personalized learning school. This philosophy is based on meeting children at their individual levels, teaching them to develop a growth mindset, and helping them grow academically at their own pace.

  • Absences Parents/Guardians are expected to notify the school at 708-386-5286 x101 to report an absence. In addition, a written note must be presented to the teacher upon the student’s return. Without a call or note, the absence will be noted as “unexcused” in his/her records.

Click HERE to download the 2021 - 2022 Family Handbook
Extended Care Program
(before and after school)

St. Catherine-St. Lucy offers an extended day program for parents who need supervision of their children outside of school hours. The program incorporates an afternoon snack, time for homework, and time in the gym.

Extended care is open only to St. Catherine-St. Lucy students:
• Morning daycare opens at 7:00am. Afternoon daycare is open from 2:45-6:00pm.
• A completed application for the extended day program is required before students can attend.

Fees are charged on a monthly basis, payable through the school office or through Facts, and Childcare Action Payments are accepted for extended day. Attendance will be kept at both morning and afternoon day care. Students must be signed in and out by a parent/guardian.

Daycare is also available on an as-needed basis and appropriate daily rates will apply.

Click HERE to download a registration form.