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October 2023
A Parent’s Prayer
by Desire Sobiech
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.
Where there is whining, let me sow communication;
Where there are mistakes, patience;
Where there are poor choices, consequences;
Where there is entitlement, hard work;
Where there is disappointment, encouragement;
Where there is selfishness, generosity;
And where there are tears, hugs.
O Divine Master, grant that I may not so much seek
To have a clean house as to have a happy house;
To be right as be to approachable;
Or to be loved as to be a living sign of your love.
For it is in giving that we will be asked to give more;
It is in caring that we are sometimes heartbroken;
And it is at home that we learn the true meaning
Of faith, hope and love. Amen.
Peace and Greetings:
Wow, we’re a month into the new school year already. With September behind us students have settled into their academic classes and co-curricular activities. It’s a perfect time to reflect upon the last month and make any necessary adjustments to be successful both in and out of the classroom.
There’s lots going on in October. Our school counseling office will be sponsoring an information session on Naviance this Wednesday, October 4th at 6:30 pm in the auditorium followed by an NCAA presentation for parents/students interested in considering an athletic career in college. On Wednesday, October 25th parents are invited to attend remotely a college tuition assistance workshop. The Zoom link will be forwarded later.
Our annual student Walkathon/Oktoberfest will be held this, Friday, October 6th beginning at noon. The faculty dunk tank, bounce houses, games, prizes, music and much more is planned for our school celebration living our core value of building community.
A reminder there is no school next Monday, October 9th in observance of Columbus Day. Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held next Wednesday, October 11th and Thursday, October 12th from 1:00 – 5:00 pm. As such, there will be a noon dismissal on both days. Later this week, you will receive instructions for scheduling ten-minute conference appointments online. Next Thursday, sophomores and juniors will be taking the PSAT exam. Freshmen will be involved in a special in-house retreat during the morning. Seniors are encouraged to visit colleges or work on their college applications on this day.
Our next Open House for prospective students is Saturday, October 14th at 10:00 am. On Friday, October 20th from 6:00 – 7:30 pm our admissions office and student government will sponsor a Class of 2028 Fall Festival for prospective students. Our first Placement Exam for the 2024-2025 academic year is scheduled for Saturday, October 28th at 8:00 am. Current students and parents are our best ambassadors so please consider sharing our good news with others in your workplace or community.
Juniors will be on class retreat on Wednesday, October 18th (girls) and Thursday, October 19th (boys) at Lourdes in Litchfield. Junior Class Night is scheduled for Tuesday, November 14th at 7:00 pm in the auditorium. All juniors and their families are encouraged to attend this special ceremony as we celebrate their transition as upperclassmen. Junior parents will be receiving invitations later this month.
Homecoming Weekend is scheduled for October 26th – 28th with hallway decorating and a girls’ volleyball game vs New Britain High School on Thursday; the pep rally and girls Powder Puff game on Friday afternoon; and the Homecoming Semi-Formal Dance from 7:00 – 10:00 pm. The homecoming football game vs Waterbury Career Academy will be held on Saturday at 1:00 pm. Come join us for pregame food trucks, music, etc. More details on homecoming festivities later.
As always, my personal thanks to everyone who contributes in countless ways to the growth and success of St. Paul. I am inspired everyday by your thoughtfulness and generosity.
#gomakeadifference
In the Spirit of St. Paul
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