August 30, 2021

Dear St. Rose School Families and Faculty,

It was a joyful morning as we greeted our K-4 students who seemed very happy to be back in the halls and classrooms. Monsignor Bob, Mrs. B, Sister Thaddeus and I had a lot of fun waving hello and exchanging banter with students on their way into the building. It was nice to see some family members too. We were able to visit every classroom to deliver a cheerful message and blessing for a great year. The enthusiasm of both teachers and students is evident as they set sail on an exceptional learning adventure, with Jesus leading the way. We are all in this together!

I realize the first days back are busy. I hope that you have had a chance to review the forms that were sent home last week. Please complete and return them to Mrs. Sweeting at your earliest convenience. One important form that we need to have on file for every child is the Media Opt Out form. This lets us know whether or not we have approval for your child to appear in school social media and website, newspapers such as The Newtown Bee and Fairfield County Catholic and other potential media placements. Attached is the form, please complete and return to school as soon as possible.


  • Hot Lunch will be provided by Nick's Catering this year; orders will be placed on a monthly basis through the service Boonli. Attached are the details -- please note that everyone is a NEW parent given the switch to Nick's Catering. If you have any questions regarding Hot Lunch please email Mrs. Thorne, hotlunch@yahoo.com. If you have technical questions regarding order placement email support@boonli.com. Important Note: the first day hot lunch will be served is Tuesday September 7th. Please send lunch with your children on Thursday (9/2) and Friday (9/3) this week.

  • School Supplies. While new school supplies are exciting we ask that the children don't bring all supplies on the first day. Due to construction on campus, we ask that you do not drop supplies off during the days leading up to school. What we recommend is that children come to school with writing and coloring supplies; scissors and glue; and a folder (middle schoolers should also bring planners). The teachers will let the children know what they should bring the next day and by week's end all supplies will be safely tucked away in desks and lockers.

  • Uniform and Uniform Exchange -- Information about uniforms for grades K-8 can be found on the website,https://www.stroseschool.com/parents/uniforms. This year, for winter uniform boys will wear the button down shirts but ties are not required. However, we ask that each boy has a school tie for special days and events throughout the school year. We want to remind you that 8th grade boys will be given the privilege to wear a school appropriate tie of their choice during the year. As you know, we have an active uniform exchange program that is run by volunteer parents. Attached is a form and if you have questions email uniforms@srles.com. On the first days of school students will wear summer uniforms, however if your orders are delayed boys can wear solid color shorts with a solid color polo (no graphics); girls can wear solid color skorts or skirts with a solid color polo.

  • After School Care -- is available for grades K-8 Mondays-Fridays until 6:00 p.m. On half days, After School Care will run until 4:00 p.m. Please make arrangements with our After School Care Coordinator. Click here for details.


  • Student Handbook -- please familiarize yourself with the handbook which contains important information about school policies, conduct, uniforms, etc. We kindly ask that you sign off once you have read it. Thank you.


Important Dates

As a reminder ONLY 5th-8th graders come to school Tuesday August 31st.

Tuesday, August 31st -- 5th - 8th ONLY, Early Dismissal at 11:30 a.m.
Wednesday, September 1st -- K-8th TOGETHER, Early Dismissal at 11:30 a.m.
Thursday, September 2nd -- K-8th, Full Day for ALL
Friday, September 3rd, -- K-8th, Full Day for ALL
Monday, September 6th -- Labor Day, School Closed
Wednesday, September 8th -- First Day of Preschool, 8:45 - 11:45 a.m. for all programs
Thursday, September 9th -- Back to School Night/HSA Meeting, 6:30-8:30 p.m.


We are very excited to gather together for Mass in the church on Friday morning, September 3rd. This is a beautiful school tradition and we always look forward to having family members join us.

Tomorrow we look forward to greeting our 5-8th graders for their first day of the 2021-2022 school year. It's going to be a great day and soon the school will be humming at full capacity which is music to my ears!

Have a wonderful evening.

God Bless,


Mr. Bardhyl Gjoka
Principal