Wednesday Email

Wed., Jan. 15

Students may wear spirit wear top with uniform bottoms

FAST/iReady testing

End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester

Last day of 1st semester lunch

2-hour early dismissal at 12:55

AHS Cheerleading Clinic for PreK - 1st Grades

Thurs., Jan. 16

3rd Quarter/2nd Semester Begins

2nd Semester lunch begins

Honor Choir 9 – 11:45

Fri., Jan. 17

Sat., Jan. 18

Spruce Up the School 7AM – 11 AM

Sun., Jan. 19

Mon., Jan. 20

MLK Day – No School

Small Beginnings closed

Tues., Jan. 21

Wed., Jan. 22

Out of uniform for Spruce Up the School (Teachers have list of participants)

ITEMS IN WEDNESDAY FOLDER (AND/OR ATTACHMENTS)

SPS

Spruce Up the School Flyer (attached)

Panther Perk Order Form (attached)

H&S Skate Night Flyer (attached)

Career Fair Info/Signup (attached)

SPC

Celebrate St. Paul’s Flyer (attached)

AHS

KKD Kids Clinic Flyer (attached)

Cheer Clinic Flyer - 2nd - 8th Grade (attached)

OTHER

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DEADLINES/DUE DATES

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

REPORT CARDS

Today is the last day of 2nd quarter/1st Semester. Report cards will be printed first thing tomorrow morning and sent home in a sealed envelope with students tomorrow. 

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RE-ENROLLMENT FOR 2025-2026

Please watch your email next week for information on re-enrolling your children at St. Paul’s for the 2025-2026 school year. We anticipate waiting lists in several grades and your child may lose their seat if re-enrollment is not completed by the deadline. 

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2nd SEMESTER LUNCH STARTS TOMORROW

Today is the last day of first semester lunch. 2nd Semester lunch options will start tomorrow. We are not accepting any lunch changes or orders at this time. If you missed the order deadline of Dec. 13, you will have to send a sack lunch for 2nd semester.

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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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SPRUCE UP THE SCHOOL

Spruce Up the School will be THIS Saturday, January 18 from 7AM – 11AM. This is a great opportunity for volunteer hours and it is so great to make the school shine!!!! Parents who participate for a minimum of 1 hour will earn an out of uniform for their kids next Wednesday, Jan. 22. Sign up at https://tinyurl.com/spruce-up-the-school (if the sign up for your child’s classroom is full, please come help anyone). Please see attached flier for more information!

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COFFEE WITH THE PRINCIPAL

Coffee with the Principal – Wednesday January 29th at 8:00 am after school drop-off. Stop by Denning Hall for coffee and donuts and a chance to chat with Dr. Delaney. This is a great informal opportunity to ask questions, provide feedback, and learn more about our school! If you would like to earn a volunteer hour helping with this event, please email saintpaulhomeandschool@gmail.com

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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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ART ROOM SUPPLIES NEEDED

If anyone has newspapers or old adding machine tape rolls to donate, the art room would greatly appreciate those items.  Paper is best rather than glossy ads or newer thermal tape- plain old paper:).

Also, quart and/or Gallon size ziplock bags

Donations can be sent with your student or brought to the front office in January. 

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SPELLING BEE

The Spelling Bees will be held at the following times on Tuesday, January 28. This is during Catholic Schools Week.

4-8th Grade Spelling Bee starting at 8:45 a.m.

K-3rd Grade Spelling Bee starting at 12:30 p.m.

Every year the Spelling Bee is offered as a wonderful learning experience and friendly competition. There are so many educational benefits to learning about and spelling new words, including vocabulary growth, enhanced pronunciation, understanding language rules, confidence, and communication skills to name a few. Overall, a great experience and a way to promote lifelong learning!!!

Parents are welcome to attend. Practice sheets are attached. Paper copies will be given to students next week. Please encourage your child to participate if interested.

There is also an interactive place to go for spelling bee practice.  With the free Word Club app for mobile devices and tablets, your child can have fun while mastering the Words of the Champions. The app is adaptable to different study and quiz styles for both spelling and vocabulary, and added game-play will keep your spelling champ motivated. Download the app today from Google Play or the App Store!  Here is the link https://spellingbee.com/word-club 

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HOME AND SCHOOL SKATING PARTY

St. Paul’s Home and School is organizing a Skating party on Tuesday Feb. 18th 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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PARISH NEWS

Men's Euchre Night

Thursday, January 16 ~ 7 pm

Denning Hall

Great way to meet other men and free to play! Sign up before the event on our parish website at stpaulcatholicparish.org or just drop in. 

Celebrate St. Paul's 

Saturday, January 25

Join us for a party celebrating our patron saint! We will begin with Mass at 4:30, followed by a family style dinner in Denning Hall at 6 pm. Live Music by The Moonshiners will be in Denning for the adults, and “Inside Out 2” movie night for kids ages 5 and up. We will offer babysitting for those under 5. 

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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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STILL CURRENT

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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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.