Wednesday Email

Next Week at a Glance:

Wed., Jan. 29

CSW – Out of Uniform – Mismatched clothes

Coffee with the Principal – 8 – 9:30 Denning Hall

Teacher Appreciation Lunch

8^th grade vs. Faculty/Staff Volleyball

Book Fair

Bingo

Thurs., Jan. 30

CSW – Students in uniform today for SCCS Mass (no Gym uniforms)

Mass 9:3o grades 2 - 8

Talent Show 1:15

Book Fair

Bingo

Fri., Jan. 31

CSW – Out of Uniform – Spirit Wear – Blue and Gold (Kids in sports can wear their

Sports uniforms

Pep Assembly

Book Fair

Black out Bingo in the Gym

Sat., Feb. 1

CSW Mass Celebration 4:30

Sun., Feb. 2

Catholic Schools Week Open House 9:30 – 10:45

9:00 and 11:00 Mass – Students read Communion reflection at Mass

Junior High Choir sing – 11:00 Mass

Boy Scout Pancake Breakfast 10:00 – 1:00 Denning Hall

Collaborative Art Piece displayed in Denning Hall

Mon., Feb. 3

Inservice Day – No School

Small Beginnings Open

3yo and TK Conferences

Tues., Feb. 4

Panther Perk Day – all orders turned in today earn an out of uniform this Friday

3yo and TK Conferences

Hosting Games in Gym

Wed., Feb. 5

3yo and TK Conferences

ITEMS IN WEDNESDAY FOLDER (AND/OR ATTACHMENTS)

SPS

Registration Instructions (attached)

Pancake Breakfast Flyer (attached)

Panther Perk Order Form (attached)

H&S Skate Night Flyer (attached)

Career Fair Info/Signup (attached)

SPC

AHS

KKD Clinic Registration (Attached)

OTHER

Little League Flyer (attached)

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DEADLINES/DUE DATES

Re-enrollment – 2/21 (your child may lose their seat if not re-enrolled by this date)

LINKS

Volunteer Hours Link

Before and After Care Registration Link

PE uniforms (4-8 gr) or Uniform Approved Sweatshirts (K-8)

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NEW INFO

SCIENCE FAIR JUDGES NEEDED

Hello St. Paul Families, 

I am in search of volunteers with a strong science background or who are involved in a science or engineering career familiar with the steps and process of the scientific method. 

Tuesday, February 4th from 8:00 to 10:30 is the 7th grade science fair. Students have worked for two and half months researching, setting up, and experimenting on a topic of their choice. I am seeking adult volunteers that would be willing to judge several seventh graders' overall experiment, presentation, report, and display. This would all be judged using a provided rubric. 

One request I have is that if you are the parent, grandparent, or directly connected to any seventh graders you are kindly asked not to volunteer to keep judging as fair as possible. 

If you or someone you know is interested, please reach out to Mrs. Kari Nydle at kari.nydle@st-paul.pvt.k12.ia.us. 

Thank you so much for considering! 

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KIDS HEART CHALLENGE

Hello, Heart Heroes! Are you ready?

The Kids Heart Challenge is coming to our school soon! We have some exciting things planned this year to get us moving, help others, and have a lot of fun! Get a head start by signing up today and helping your student choose a daily health challenge. Visit our school’s website by clicking the link below or download the AHA Schools app!

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STILL CURRENT

REENROLLMENT

Reenrollment has begun for existing students. Please go to https://apply.sccsiowa.org/ and select “Login”. Use your Powerschool username and password to login and complete the reenrollment information update. A non-refundable $150 registration fee for all students (except 4yo Preschool students) is due at the time of registration (Registration will not be considered until this fee is paid). ESA funds cannot be used for registration. Go to https://parent.blackbaud.school/login.aspx and look under shopping cart for 25-26 fees.

4yo Preschool students will pay only the $250 additional time fee.

See attached Registration Instruction sheet for more information.

If you have any concerns regarding fees/tuition, please email Rose Strickland – rose.strickland@sccsiowa.org.

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PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Come enjoy a delicious Pancake Breakfast in Denning Hall on February 2, 2025 from 9 am to 1 pm. Free will donation supports St. Paul's Troop 20 Boy Scouts.

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AFTERCARE CLOSED

Aftercare will be CLOSED on Friday, February 7th and Friday February 21st.

Please plan accordingly for student pick up when school ends these days. Small Beginnings will remain open, this closing is only for aftercare. 

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RECESS VOLUNTEERS

Please consider signing up to help at recess!

This is a good way to get your home and school volunteer hours done!

Sign up when you are available and Mrs. Pullinger will help get you any training you need to get started! 

January Recess

February Recess

March Recess

April Recess

May Recess

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CAREER FAIR

The School Counselors for the Scott County Catholic Schools, are asking for your help, as we begin preparing for our annual 8th grade career fair which will be Friday, March 7th, 2025, at St. Ambrose University Rogalski Center.

We would like to extend the opportunity for any area businesses, employers, colleges, health care professionals, law enforcement agencies and other various career-related organizations to join us in educating our eighth-grade students about the numerous employment opportunities that are available to them. 

Please see the attached letter for more information or to sign up!

If you have any questions, please reach out! Thank you!

Whitney Woods

whitney.woods@st-paul.pvt.k12.ia.us

563-322-2923 ext. 204

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HOME AND SCHOOL SKATING PARTY

St. Paul’s Home and School is organizing a Skating party on Tuesday Feb. 18^th from 6-8 pm. Admission is $5 which includes skate rental. Any parents or younger children who will not be skating do not have to pay admission. See attached flyer for location and more information.

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MASS BABYSITTING CHANGE

Beginning February 2, the babysitting ministry will be switching babysitting to the 9:00 Mass, and we will no longer offer babysitting at the 11:00 Mass.

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QC SYMPHONY

The Quad City Symphony is offering an incredible experience for our students and families. On Sunday, February 2nd, at 2:00, at AUGUSTANA'S CENNTENIAL HALL, SPS students and families are invited to attend the Masterworks performance of Omar's Journey (see description below). The cost is minimal: FREE for students and $5.00 for accompanying adults. The only "catch" is that I must order the tickets in advance as a school group. (Tickets will be picked up at the day of the concert at Will Call).

I would LOVE to see a group of SPS students and families attending this event! 

Please sign up on the linked sign-up genius by Friday, January 24th, so that I can get our numbers to the Symphony coordinator.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0445ABA92CA0F58-54431135-stpauls

Join us for a landmark performance of Omar’s Journey, a concert opera adaptation of the Pulitzer Prize-winning work by Rhiannon Giddens and Michael Abels. It shares the powerful story of Omar Ibn Said from his freedom in West Africa to enslavement in South Carolina. Through a breathtaking fusion of West African musical traditions and classical opera, brought to life by a cast of world-class artists, “Omar’s Journey” promises an unforgettable exploration of resilience, faith, and the enduring human spirit.

Masterworks IV: Omar’s Journey
February 2, 2025 @ 2:00 PM - Centennial Hall (with pre-concert activities for students in grades K-6 from 1:00 - 2:00 PM hosted by Common Chord)

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REGISTRATION FOR CAMP SHALOM OPENS MONDAY, JANUARY 20th!

In this world filled with technology and distraction, it is so important for your children to have time and space to play, laugh, and worship away from the noise. Camp Shalom is a perfect place for spending time in a place apart!  Camp Shalom is a non-denominational Christian camp nestled in the woods near Maquoketa. This amazing camp is sure to provide your child with wonderful memories of fun and games, as well as wonderful experiences filled with Christ's love. Camp Shalom also fosters independence, and kids come away feeling more assured of themselves and of their relationships with others, as well as with God! 

The campgrounds include woodland trails, high and low ropes challenge courses, an archery range, canoeing, a soccer field, campfire circles, and more. The staff are committed Christians who seek to serve and nurture faith in others. Certified in first aid and CPR, the staff complete an intensive 2-week training program to prepare themselves to work with campers. If your child has gone to camp, you know how awesome the staff is! 

New this year: 

The Adventure Program! Campers will have more flexibility in their day as they will be able to choose nature, crafts, sports, or "launch" activities, separate from their cabin choices. Campers will meet more friends, build skills, and explore what they love!

Camp Shalom is a gift that your children will appreciate for years to come. It can be life changing! Summer Camp Registration now open online. Registration can be found by visiting the Camp Shalom website: campshalomia.org Questions? Email- campshalom@gmail.com

P.S. Camp Shalom is also in need of summer staff for this summer! Young adults who have finished their sophomore year in high school can apply to volunteer as assistant counselors. Young adults who have finished their junior year in high school can apply to be on staff! Working at Camp Shalom is hard, but so rewarding. Most staff members return year after year, and create lifelong friendships. If someone you know may be interested, they can apply at campshalomia.org. 

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MY FAVORITE TEACHER CONTEST

WQAD News 8 is proud to partner with Blackhawk Bank & Trust, CSI Homes, and Carpetland for this year’s
“My Favorite Teacher Contest”.

This contest is open to all students (K-12) & active teachers within the WQAD News 8 viewing area. Each entrant must submit an essay explaining who his/her favorite teacher is/was and why that particular educator is so outstanding.

All the entries will be judged by a panel of educators and representatives from our sponsors and five “My Favorite Teachers” will be chosen.

The five winning teachers will be featured on WQAD News 8 during April 2025.

Entry forms may be mailed to the following address:

My Favorite Teacher Contest
WQAD News 8
3003 Park 16th Street
Moline, IL 61265

To download an entry form, click here.

The deadline for entry is 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 7, 2025.

Mailed entries must be postmarked by the end of the Contest Period (2/7/24) and received by mail no later than 5 p.m. CT on February 11, 2025.

Please note that online entries may submitted only by students who are 13 or older. If a student under the age of 13 wishes to enter online, the student’s parent or legal guardian must submit the student’s entry on behalf of the student. If the parent or legal guardian submits the entry, the essay must nonetheless be entirely the work of the student. 

NO INFORMATION MAY BE SUBMITTED ONLINE FROM ANYONE UNDER 13. ANYONE UNDER 13 WHO WISHES TO ENTER SHOULD ENTER BY MAIL OR HAVE A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN SUBMIT THE ONLINE ENTRY FORM.