Wednesday Email

Wed., Apr. 17

                 ISASP Testing – 3^rd – 8^th grade LA/Writing

                 Lion’s Club Vision Screenings – make ups (preschool only)

Thurs., Apr. 18

           6^th grade field trip 9:00 – 10:35

Fri., Apr. 19

             4yo Spring Program 10AM and 1:45PM – Denning Hall

                 St. Paul Appreciation Dinner – 6PM – Denning Hall

Sat., Apr. 20

Sun., Apr. 21

Mon., Apr. 22

            4^th Grade Girls Puberty Talk 1:45 PM

Tues., Apr. 23

Wed., Apr. 24

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If you have a submission for the Wednesday email, please submit it to the school office no later than 8AM on the Tuesday before.  Please email announcements to kelly.boche@st-paul.pvt.k12.ia.us. 

ITEMS IN WEDNESDAY FOLDER (AND/OR ATTACHMENTS)

*SPS

STEM Fair Flyer (attached)

School Supply Kit Flyer (attached)

*SPP

VBS Registration (attached)

*AHS

April Knight Invitation (attached)

Raffle Ticket Promo Poster (attached)

*OTHER

*HEADLINES/DUE DATES

*LINKS

P.E. uniforms for 4^th – 8^th graders, and school approved sweatshirts for all KGN – 8^th grade students.

https://www.empoweringabilities.org/st-paul-apostle-school

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NEW INFO

EDUCATION SAVINGS ACCOUNT APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

If you live in Iowa and you plan to have a child enrolled at any of the SCCS schools next year, we encourage you to apply for the ESA. All students entering Kindergarten AND first grade, students transferring to the SCCS system from a public school, and families whose income is less than 400% of poverty level will qualify for an ESA.

Link to: ESA Application

Additional information regarding the ESA program is available on the Students First ESA web page, including tips for returning applicants.

Applying for the first time: Parents/Guardians will first be directed to sign up for an account through Odyssey with an email and password. Then, parents/guardians will receive a message from Odyssey asking them to confirm their email address. After the email is confirmed, the parent/guardian can sign in to the Odyssey portal to begin their application.

Returning applicants: Parents/Guardians with an existing Odyssey portal account will log in to the existing account to begin the application for the 2024-25 school year.

Applications are REQUIRED to be completed ANNUALLY to verify student eligibility through confirmation of Iowa residency

Applications are available in English and Spanish and will be accepted until Sunday, June 30, at 11:59 pm.

Technical support will be available from Odyssey representatives by phone at 515-368-9564 or email at help.ia@withodyssey.com.

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ISASP MAKEUP TESTS

ISASP makeup tests will be scheduled next week on an individual basis for those who need more time to complete them.

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EARLY DISMISSAL ON FRIDAY, APRIL 26

We will have an early dismissal at 12:55 on Friday, April 26. 

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BIRTHDAY BOOKS

May is the last month to participate in the Libraries Birthday Book program for this school year. May Birthday Books notices went home this week! If your child would like to participate in the program the last week will be May 22, 2024.  After May 22nd, we will be completing our end-of-the-year inventory in the library. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Bates at katee.bates@st-paul.pvt.k12.ia.us! 

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APRIL KNIGHT

Assumption High School invites you to the 38^th Annual April Knight. Friday, April 26, 2024.

6:00 PM Dine & Imbibe (Food and Beverage provided by Jersey Grille)

8:30 PM Big Ticket Items Close

9:00 PM Raffle Drawing

9:30 PM Remaining Auction Items Close

Reservations - $50 through April 19^th

                             $75 after April 19^th

Visit the auction website at onecau.se/aprilknight2024

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STILL CURRENT

SCHOOL MESSENGER

If you have NOT opted in to SchoolMessenger, please do so by texting “YES” to 67587. This will you ensure you receive any important information from St. Paul regarding weather, cancellations, safety alerts, etc.

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AFTERCARE UPDATE

On Friday, April 19th aftercare will be located in the gym. Aftercare will also close at 5:00pm, April 19th so our staff can attend the staff appreciation dinner. 

Please note that with the nicer days ahead we will try to go outside. When picking up from small beginnings watch for areas that may be blocked off for kids to play safely. We will update parents via Remind of location changes. 

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YEARBOOK ORDERS

2023- 2024 yearbooks are now on sale! Go to the link below by May 3rd, 2024 to receive your full color yearbook. Each yearbook is $25 and will be delivered at the end of May. Payment should be made through Blackbaud, or you can take cash or a check (made out to SCCS) to Assumption High School.

Yearbook Order Form Link

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K-4 STEM FAIR

Calling all K-4 Scientists!! It is time to get ready for the K-4 STEM Fair in Denning Hall on Tuesday, April 30, from 9:30-10:45. Details on attached flyer. Contact erin.darland@st-paul.pvt.k12.ia.us if you have questions or to sign your child up to participate.

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MAY CROWNING

May Crowning is Friday, May 10 at 9:30 AM. Please send in flowers with your children to take to the school kitchen to be arranged for placement around the Virgin Mary. 

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SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR NEXT YEAR

It’s time to buy your 1st Day School Supplies. I know it seems early, but before you know it, summer will be here. It's important you order your supplies before it's too late or supplies run out. Start the school year with the exact supplies your teacher requested, and give your child the confidence they need to conquer next year! Get them today before it's too late!

Link to Order: http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/kits.php?sid=40081

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SCUBA VBS REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 

We will be diving into a friendship with God June 24-28 from 8:30 am to 11:30 am daily. VBS is for kids who have finished 3-year-old Preschool through 4th grade, and registration is limited! Registration forms have been sent home in Wednesday folders and can also be found attached. It's going to be a great week of underwater adventures exploring God's love for us! 

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AHS SOFTBALL

Tryouts for 2024 Assumption softball will be held on April 29^th, April 30^th, and May 1^st from 5:00-8:00 pm. Please meet at the softball field at the St. Vincent’s Center Athletic Complex.

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T-BALL

Don't Miss Out on T-Ball Fun in 2024! 

Just a friendly reminder that T-Ball signups for the 2024 season are now open! Whether your little one is already swinging for the fences or just starting their baseball journey, T-Ball is the perfect introduction to the game.

Remember, T-Ball is not just about learning the game—it's about making friends, having fun, and fostering a love for sportsmanship. So, don't wait too long to register and secure your child's spot on the team!

https://leagues.bluesombrero.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1005806

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TRY HOCKEY FOR FREE

Try Hockey for Free with the Quad City Hockey Association

April 20th

11:30 am - 1:00 pm

River's Edge Ice Rink

This event gives kids (ages 4-17) the opportunity to come out on the ice and try the game of hockey in a safe environment for FREE!! This event is for kids that are new to the game of hockey. We will have coaches out on the ice to help the skaters. There is no skating experience needed!! 

Please register online before coming to the rink to speed up the check in process. Link is at the bottom of this email or can also be found on our website at www.quadcityhockey.com.

What to bring: We encourage those who have access to equipment to please bring it. If you do not have any equipment, you will need to bring:

· A loose-fitting pair of sweatpants or snow pants

· A pair of gloves (they don’t need to be hockey gloves- mittens are fine)

· A helmet (a bike helmet works great!)

· A Smile

What will be provided:

Skates are provided by the River's Edge, if you need to borrow them. The QCHA will have sticks and a few helmets on hand for participants to borrow.

*Parents are not allowed on the ice unless they have fulfilled all of the USA Hockey coaching requirements.

Register here

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