Dear School Families,
Our first week back from break ended with a splendid Mass led by our 4th grade students. Following the Mass, Father Arthur, accompanied by the 3 Kings, visited each class to commemorate the Epiphany. During the visits, Father Arthur reminded the students that we can give Jesus the gift of love which is far more valuable than gold, frankincense, or myrrh. May we all show our love for Jesus this coming week through our kindness to others.
We were deeply saddened to learn of the profound tragedy endured by the DeCristoforo family, who lost their daughter Rory in a house fire on New Year's Day. Numerous members of our school community have expressed interest in supporting the family through donations. A GoFundMe page (https://www.gofundme.com/f/house-fire-takes-the-life-of-a-7-year-old) has been set up for this purpose. We will provide further information next week if alternative donation methods become available. Please keep the DeCristoforo family in your thoughts and prayers.
Several flyers were distributed recently for upcoming events. Please be sure to review the information sent home regarding the Mother - Son Nerf Party on 1/20/24, the Dad’s Club Chipotle Fundraising Event on 1/27/24 from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m., and the Talent Show on Friday, February 2nd. The flyers can also be found on the School Events page of the school website. Be sure to register for the Mother - Son Party and Talent Show soon!
On Monday, a flyer from the Dad's Club will be sent home, providing information about the St. Clare Shoe Lace Fundraiser. The funds generated through this event will support Alyse Aquino, a 1994 graduate of St. Clare School, who is facing significant medical challenges. Please keep Alyse in your prayers.
A mandatory meeting for all parents of students receiving First Holy Communion this May is scheduled for Wednesday, January 10th. Parents are welcome to attend either the 10:00 a.m. meeting or the 7:30 p.m. meeting, whichever works best for their schedule. Both meetings will be held in the chapel. Attendance will be taken.
Please note that the Communion Banner Kits will be given to students in school this year prior to Easter vacation. The banners are to be completed at home and returned to school in May per the 2nd grade teachers’ instructions.
Our mandatory chocolate fundraiser kicks-off this coming Monday, January 8th. Candy boxes are scheduled to be sent home with the students on Monday. Each family will receive 1 box of chocolate. Additional boxes may be requested by contacting the school office.
Fashion Show flyers were also sent home this week. This is our major fundraiser of the school year. The Fashion Show will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn on Friday, March 1st. Please plan on joining us for a wonderful evening celebrating our students!
Midterm exams begin this coming week. Please see the schedule below and contact your child’s teacher if you have any questions.
There will be a yearbook meeting following dismissal this Tuesday. Please contact Mrs. Kneeshaw if you have any questions.
Please note that sponsor forms for our 7th grade students who will be receiving the sacrament of Confirmation this May, are due on Thursday, January 11th. Please reach out to your child’s homeroom teacher if you have any questions.
There is no school on Monday, January 15th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Immunization Notice
We have received proof of the flu vaccine for all PreK students currently in attendance. Thank you parents for your cooperation.
Per NY State law, proof of all physical exams and immunizations required as per the New York State Immunization Requirements for School Entrance/Attendance must be filed with the school nurse. A document listing the requirements may be found on the Parent Memos page of the school website. Please note that as of June 13, 2019, there are no longer allowances for religious exemptions from mandated vaccines.
Not adhering to these stipulations could lead to your child not being allowed to attend school.
A list of upcoming events follows.
Have a blessed week!
Mrs. Olsen
Upcoming Events
1/4/24 - 1/26/24 MAP Testing
1/8/24 7th/8th Grade Science Midterm
1/8/24 Candy Deliver
1/9/24 7th/8th Grade Math Midterm
1/9/24 Yearbook Meeting after school
1/10/24 7th/8th Grade ELA Midterm
1/10/24 Mandatory 2nd Grade Parent Communion Meeting 10:00 a.m. or 7:30 p.m. in the Chapel
1/11/24 7th/8th Grade Social Studies Midterm
1/11/24 6th Grade ELA Midterm
1/12/24 Religion Midterm (Grades 3 - 8)
1/15/24 No School Martin Luther King Jr. Day
1/16/24 7th grade class trip
1/17/24 6th Grade Science Midterm
1/18/24 6th Grade Social Studies Midterm
1/19/24 6th Grade Math Midterm
1/19/24 Mother’s Club Dress Down
1/20/24 Mother Son Party 1:00 - 4:00 School Auditorium
1/25/24 Pretzel Day
1/26/24 12:00 Dismissal--Faculty Meeting
1/29/24 - 2/1/24 Catholic School Week
1/30/24 Open House 9:00 a.m. School Gym