Newsletter Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2023

Happy Tuesday!
 Today we celebrate our students. We are so blessed that you have chosen to share your children with us. THANK YOU for the gift of partnering with you to help your child grow not only in academics or socially, but as a future SAINT. 

As Pope Benedict said, “A good school provides a rounded education for the whole person. And a good Catholic school, over and above this, should help all its students to become saints.
We strive everyday to bring this mission to life.

 Catholic Schools Week

Thank you to all of you that joined us for our kick-off Masses this weekend. It was so wonderful to see the kids take on leadership roles in the Mass. Thank you to the parents who served coffee and donuts. As the largest Parish ministry it is wonderful to support the life of the Parish. 
We will continue to have fun activities as the week continues. Please check the schedule below to ensure that your child doesn’t miss joining in on the fun. 

Wednesday: Celebrate Our Nation
Spirit Day- Red, White, and Blue  Wear Jeans with red, white and blue or American Flag shirts.

Thursday: Vocations Day Spirit Day- Vocation Dress like what you want to be when you grow up.

Friday: Celebrating Families
Please join us for Faith, Family, & Fun! The day will begin at 8am for Mass and end at 12. 

Please park and walk your child into Mass. THERE WILL BE NO DRIVE THRU DROP- OFF.  There will be morning EDC for those who need it and cannot attend the day.

Hello & Goodbye Mrs. Gustafson, our Learning Resource Teacher will no longer be with us. She is taking some time to be with family. We will still see her around at Mass and she will drop in from time to time, and she is still interested in working with Drama. We are grateful for all the gifts, talents and knowledge she shared with the community. 
We welcome Ms. Kelchner. She will be serving in the Learning Support Position. She has been with us a few weeks shadowing Mrs. G. learning the ropes and getting to know the kids. Please welcome her when you see her. 

Volunteer Hours We are so excited by all the help this year. We are over 1500 hours of service to our community! We want to make sure that you are getting credit for your hours. Completely fill out the form. Make sure it is legible Put your name on it Those who turn in forms that are unidentifiable will not get credit for their hours. 

Family Financial Night
Unfortunately, due to a lack of interest we have canceled this event.
Calendar
Jan. 30- CSW
Jan. 31- CSW
Feb. 1- CSWFeb.2- CSW
Feb 3- CSW/ Mass @8am/ Family Day! Join us from 8-12! 
Feb 6- 100th Day! 
Feb 7-Feb 8-Feb 9-Feb 10- Mass @ 8am Arts & Crafts Club
Feb 13- Feb 14- St. Valentine’s Day
Feb 15-Feb 16-Feb 17- No School! 
Feb 20- No School! 
Feb 21- Fat Tuesday
Feb 22- Ash Wednesday Mass @11am/ Soup Supper 5:30-7:30pm
Feb 23-3rd Q Progress Reports
Feb 24- Mass @ 8am
Community InformationNeed a tutor? Check out Almadayo Academic Services.Mary Oelschlager M.Ed. former parent and Santa Sophia parishioner started this tutoring company and has several specialists on board. Contact number: 858-248-5335