Important Upcoming Dates:

Friday, November 10 & Saturday, November 11- Fall Musical

Monday, November 13- No School

Tuesday, November 14- 1:30 Dismissal, Dress Down Day

Thursday, November 16- Mid Qtrs Home

Wednesday, November 22- No School

Thursday, November 23- Thanksgiving, No School

Friday, November 24- No School

Monday, November 27- Faculty Retreat, No School

On November 13, 2023, FACTS will enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all non-administrative users (e.g., families, authorized payers, etc.) accessing FACTS for the following products:

• FACTS Payment Plans and Billing
• FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment

To help facilitate the use of MFA, FACTS recommends that all users utilize a free authentication app, such as Authy, Microsoft Authenticator or Google Authenticator. Users can also choose to receive an authentication email containing a unique code.

These authenticator options support existing login credentials by verifying usernames and passwords, along with something users have in their possession.

Big Bucks

We are happy to announce that Diamond Pet Foods is again headlining

Big Bucks 2024: A Night at the Knights (St. Martin's) on April 12, 2024.

The Big Bucks committee has already begun reaching out for donations for the event. If you would like to help or donate please let us know. You can email us at [email protected] and/or please fill out the attached form.

We are still looking for volunteers to assist with committees so please contact Brad Shimmens at [email protected] or Abby Borberg at [email protected]. 

The next Big Bucks meeting is November 14, 2023 at 5:30 PM at Clean Fuels Alliance America, 605 Clark Avenue.

Donor Pledge Form Big Bucks 2024

Scrip News:

NEW SCRIP VENDORS: We have started carrying Pizza Haus certificates in the

Scrip Program. They will work at the Wardsville, Jefferson City, Westphalia and

St. Martins locations.

Academy Sports, Big Lots, Five Below, and Pet Smart are also on the scrip

program, and I try to keep them in stock. Help support our new vendors and order some today.

Shop the biggest eGift card bonus event of the year! Take your budget further and earn on all your holiday shopping with 100+ bonuses on eGift cards and reloaded gift cards.

Things to know:

*Limited-time bonuses, November 16-17 only

*Bonuses apply exclusively to eGift cards and reloaded gift cards

*Participants must have an online account to participate

You can plan ahead with a sneak peek of all brands on bonus—only in the RaiseRight

mobile app. Available Wednesday, November 15.  

I am also doing some fall cleaning, and I need to cut back on some inventory. If anyone shops at the following places, please consider purchasing.

Long John Silvers, Jack in the Box, Outback Restaurants, Lands End,

Discover or Visa Cards (No activation fees), Dicks Sporting Goods,

Unique Creations, Longfellows/All in One, Schaefer House, Dunkin Donuts

Dix Road Cleaners, Panda Express, Sephora, and Southbank.

Other Fundraising news:

Our last fundraiser of the year is the World’s Finest Chocolate Candy Bars. That will start on January 26th .

Preschool Teacher Long Term Sub (7:25-3:25)

We are currently seeking a long-term sub for our preschool 3-year-old room. Miss Nikki will be taking maternity leave soon, and we will need a sub for her classroom. Interested candidates can email Mrs. Gayle Trachsel at [email protected] with an application and fill out the sub-application online at the diocesan website (diojeffcity.org). A successful candidate is committed to providing a safe, Christ-like environment for the children, where they are loved, safe, and encouraged to learn. As part of our school, you will play a crucial role in providing a nurturing and educational environment for young children. 

Preferred qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; early childhood education certification or relevant coursework preferred.
• Previous experience working with young children in a childcare or educational setting is desirable.
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain it).

School Aide (7:25-4:00)

We are also looking for an Aide for the school. Interested candidates can email Mrs. Gayle Trachsel at [email protected] with an application and fill out the sub-application online at the diocesan website (diojeffcity.org).

Preferred qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; early childhood education certification or relevant coursework preferred.
• Previous experience working with young children in a childcare or educational setting is desirable.
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain it).
• Pay dependent on experience and qualifications.

Preschool Aide (8:00-4:30)

Mrs. Caitlyn Hasty has decided to stay at home with her newborn son. So, we will hire a Preschool Aide for Miss Jay’s classroom. 

Interested candidates can email Mrs. Gayle Trachsel with an application, at [email protected] and fill out the application online at the diocesan website (diojeffcity.org). A successful candidate is committed to providing a safe, Christ-like environment for the children, where they are loved, safe, and encouraged to learn. As part of our school, you will be crucial in providing a nurturing and educational environment for young children. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; early childhood education certification or relevant coursework preferred.
• Previous experience working with young children in a childcare or educational setting is desirable.
• First Aid and CPR certification (or willingness to obtain it).
• Pay dependent on experience and qualifications.

Subs (Hours 7:25-3:25)

We are looking for additional subs to add to our sub list. Do you have one day a week that you might be willing to sub? If so, please complete a sub-application on the diocesan website (diojeffcity.org) and email Gayle Trachsel ([email protected]) and/or Kelley Bezler ([email protected]). Hourly pay $15.00

 Qualifications:

• 60 college credits; early childhood education certification or relevant coursework preferred.
• Previous experience working with young children in a childcare or educational setting is desirable.

All interested parties should contact Mrs. Trachsel at gt[email protected].

Laura Dampf

This is my 32^nd year of teaching, all of which have been at St. Peter’s except my first year (at St. Joseph Cathedral School).

I have my Master’s degree in Education and am certified in both Early Childhood and Elementary Education. The majority of my years here have been in Second Grade, but I have also taught first grade, fifth grade, and even 6^th-8^th grades (with an 8^th grade homeroom). My favorite thing about teaching second grade is preparing students for their First Reconciliation and First Communion.

I have been a member of St. Peter Church since my family moved here from North Dakota in 1976, and I graduated from 8^th grade at St. Peter’s in 1977. My husband Randy and I were high school sweethearts at Helias, and all 4 of our kids went to both schools as well. I also have 8 grandchildren including a set of twins who keep us on our toes!

Dear St. Peter Families,



As a school, we are again participating in the Box of Joy Program sponsored by Cross Catholic Outreach. There are three different ways you can support our goal of sending 200 boxes to children in Haiti, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, and Guatemala.

1. Each grade level has signed up to gather specific items from the Gift List. Families can donate items per grade level. Click HERE to view your child’s suggested gift list.
2. Pack a predesigned Box of Joy, shoebox, or plastic shoebox with a variety of items for a specific gender and age child. Donate $9 on the Box of Joy website. Please use a rubber band to secure, not tape.
3. Make a monetary donation to cover the $9 per box shipping cost to the Box of Joy website. You can also send a check (made out to “Cross Catholic Outreach”) or cash to school in an envelope labeled “Box of Joy donation”.

Please contact Mrs. Garner if your family would like the predesigned box sent home.

Due Date: November 10th.

Please consider supporting these children who may have never received a Christmas Gift. Many of these areas have recently been severely affected by natural disasters. Thank you so much for your consideration, time, effort and prayers!

Please contact Sara Garner, School Counselor, if you have questions.

Beauty and the Beast is OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10th!!

Tickets can still be purchased at the door for Saturday, November 11th.

Box Office Opens 6PM • Theater Doors Open 6:30PM

To register, fill out the form HERE

Catholic Stewardship Renewal

Due to printing delays beyond our control, our parish's Catholic Stewardship Renewal weekend has been pushed back to the weekend of November 18-19. More information will be shared in the coming weeks.

The challenges, pressures, and many things on our schedules in our lives today often offer little opportunity for us to stop and reflect on our spirituality, our faith life. Small faith-sharing groups give us the time, the space, and the direction to reflect on our relationship with God and others; to reflect on how, through our time, talents and treasure, we can have an incredible impact in the lives of others and experience a life of purpose and meaning. Use the QR code or provided link, to sign up for small groups in our parish. Be sure to sign up by November 6th! If you have any questions or need help signing up, please contact the Stewardship Council at [email protected] 

Small Group Sign Up

Day of Community Care - Sunday, November 19, 2023

Please consider volunteering or providing supplies. See attached flyer and sign up HERE. This is always a great event for St. Peter Church and our community.

Quick Reference Guide to the Diocese of Jefferson City Stewardship Model

Catholic Stewardship Renewal/Time and Talent Form

TO BE AN “ACTIVE” CATHOLIC STEWARD MEANS:

• To Pray: that is, attend Mass faithfully in the parish on weekends and Holy Days.
• To Participate: that is, to use one’s time and talents to strengthen the parish community and advance the Gospel.
• To Sacrificially Give: that is, pledge and remain current on a tithe of financial first fruits to support the life and ministries of the parish. The goal is 8% to the parish and 2% to other worthy charities.

St. Peter Catholic School

314 West High Street

Jefferson City, MO 65101