Wednesday Email 9/4/24

Week at a Glance:

Wed., Sept. 4

     iReady/FAST testing window opens

Thurs., Sept. 5

     iReady/FAST testing

     Ladies’ Night Out 7PM Mississippi River Distilling Company (318 E. 2^nd St.)

Fri., Sept. 6

     iReady/FAST testing

     Out of Uniform for students who purchased Panther Perks on Tuesday, Sept. 3

          (Iowa/Iowa State gear encouraged)

Sat., Sept. 7

      Iowa/Iowa State Game – Kickoff 2PM

Sun., Sept. 8

      Confirmation Retreat 12PM

Mon., Sept. 9

     iReady/FAST testing

     Home and School Meeting 6PM

     Student Advisory Council Meeting 7PM

Tues., Sept. 10

     iReady/FAST testing

Wed., Sept. 11

     iReady/FAST testing

     Households of Faith – 4:30 – 8:30

ITEMS IN WEDNESDAY FOLDER (AND/OR ATTACHMENTS)

SPS

Panther Perks Guidelines (attached)

Student/Parent Handbook (attached)

Music Room Wish List (attached)

Block Party Flyer (attached)

Uniform Approved Sweatshirt Flyer (attached)

SPC

Family Camp Flyer and QR Code (attached)

AHS

AHS Cheer Flyer (attached)

KBA Flyer (attached)

OTHER

Metro Swim Team Flyer (attached)

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DEADLINES/DUE DATES

LINKS

Before/Aftercare Sign Up 

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

Spirit Wear and Uniform tops

Block Party

PreK-TK Family Social

H&S Volunteer Survey

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NEW INFO

USED UNIFORM SALE

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Used Uniform Sale. This year was record-breaking. Together over $2800 was made by SPS families and Home and School. We will continue to accept uniform jumpers and skirts, SPS uniform sweatshirts and 3/4 zips, and gym clothing. Families need these items throughout the year and we like to keep these items on hand. Please contact erin.darland@st-paul.pvt.k12.ia.us if you have any questions or concerns regarding the sale. Thank you again.

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VOLUNTEER NEEDED

There are 8 extra-large bags of used uniforms that need to be donated to All Saints Catholic School. We are in need of someone to get these bags from the stage and take them to All Saints during school hours sometime this week or next week. Please contact erin.darland@st-paul.pvt.k12.ia.us if you are able to help. 

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A NOTE FROM MRS. BROOKE

Thank you for sending in all the shared art supplies! Much appreciated :)

If you haven't sent a sketchbook for your student please do so as soon as possible- we have already started using them. 

(9x11 size closed spiral bound is best).

Art room wish list items are greatly appreciated...

Quart baggies

Sandwich baggies

Gallon baggies

Q-tips

Lego brand bricks- any used bricks are fine, all shapes, colors and sizes. 

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SEPTEMBER VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Block Party Volunteers

The Back-to-School Block Party on Saturday, September 28th is one of our school and parish community’s favorite events every year. It takes a lot of volunteer effort to make the event run smoothly. Please look at the sign up and see if there are any shifts that would fit your schedule.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040A45ACAA2CAA8-block1#/

Cake Walk Donations for the Block Party – homemade or store bought is all accepted. Thank you for your generosity!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040A45ACAA2CAA8-cake1#/

Hospitality Volunteers for the Pre-K/TK family social – we are looking for a few parents to help serve pizza and beverages, and help with cleanup at the PreK/TK Family Social on the evening of Friday September 13^th. This is a great opportunity to volunteer outside of business hours and meet some new families!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040A45ACAA2CAA8-51107550-volunteer

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HOME AND SCHOOL UPDATE

Thank you to all parents who:

• purchased Panther Perks on our first Tuesday of the month turn in. Rebate proceeds go directly to your $200 annual responsibility and help purchase extra resources for our children and teachers through Home and School!

• We had a fantastic turnout at the Boohoo/Yahoo Coffee and Donuts morning. Thank you to all the families who stopped by after the first day of school drop-off. It was a great morning of fellowship after the summer break.

• There is still time for any preschool or TK families to sign up for the PreK/TK family social. Please RSVP here https://forms.gle/xXTBmfR4KEg8tX1s5 by Monday September 9^th.

• It’s almost time for the Back-to-School Block Party! See the attached flyer for more information. Remember to RSVP and purchase wrist bands. RSVP at https://tinyurl.com/SPSBlockParty22

• The Home and School Association Meeting for September will be held on Monday, September 9^th from 6-7 pm in the St. Paul Media Center (Library). This meeting is open to all parents and faculty. Feel free and join in if you are interested in getting more involved.

• Keep an eye on the St. Paul The Apostle Home and School Association Facebook page for updates on volunteer opportunities, panther perks days, and school events.

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HOUSEHOLDS OF FAITH

We are excited to announce the return of Households of Faith!

Join us for our first night on Wednesday, September 11

Adoration 4:30 pm

Mass 5:30 pm

Meal 6:00 pm

and Faith Sharing at 6:30 pm

Don’t forget to RSVP to the parish office! We need a head count for food.

We are looking for volunteers to help with our meal prep and clean up.

Please email Sara Sieren at sarasieren3771@gmail.com for more information!

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AHS CHEER CLINIC

What: 2024 Fall AHS Cheerleading Clinic

Who: Girls and Boys Grades PreK-8 (Fall ’24)

Where: Assumption High School Small Gym

When: Wednesday, September 18th, 2024

Time: 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Performance: Friday, Sept. 20th at halftime of the Assumption Varsity Boys Football game vs. Wahlert. * Arrive by 7:00 pm at the football field entrance – performance at approx. 8 pm

Cost: $40 (Includes AHS Cheerleading T-shirt and Cheer Bow)

Deadline: Sept. 12th to guarantee T-shirt and bow (not guaranteed for late sign ups) Walk-ins welcome on Sept.18th

Payment: Due on or before Sept. 12th – Cash or checks payable to: Assumption Cheerleading

***RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!***

Contact: Heather Letherman – heatherletherman@gmail.com

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ST. PAULS 3^rd ANNUAL FAMILY CAMP – REGISTRATION OPEN

Don’t miss the 3rd Annual Family Camp! Sign up by tomorrow, September 5th!

All are welcome to join us for an amazing experience at the 3rd Annual St. Paul's Family Camp! This year, we will enjoy a range of activities including canoeing, high ropes, arts & crafts, and more. Participate in Mass and enjoy fellowship with other parishioners in the beautiful setting of Camp Shalom.

Overnight accommodations (cabins or shared house) and meals are included in the cost. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to connect with your community.

**Sign up today!**

Use this link or QR code:

St. Paul's Family Camp 2024

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SAU SPIRIT PROGRAM

For grades K-8. Participants will spend the day with the SAU Spirit program. Each participant will be split by age. During the camp, they will rotate through stations where they will learn a cheer, jumps, and stunts. This will all be performed in the first half of our home football game. They will also learn a short routine to be performed at the halftime of the St. Ambrose University football game that same day!! This clinic is great for all levels of experience! All participants will receive an SAU Spirit t-shirt!

When: Saturday, September 21st

Clinic: 8-11a.m. (SAU Wellness & Recreation Center)

Performance: Cheer first half of the game and perform halftime of the 1p.m. Home Football Game (NEW STADIUM Jack and Pat Stadium)

Cost: $40 (includes T-shirt and entrance to football game for dancer and 1 adult)

Sign up Here: FALL SPIRIT CAMP REGISTRATION 

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STILL CURRENT

BLOCK PARTY SEPT. 28

Please join us at our Annual Block Party Event!  Sept 28, 2024 from 5:30 – 8:30 Sign up TODAY at

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZCfdyTpvvw5yILyJgyn2dpu3S8KHlBVGx-C9-J6_vbZNiMw/viewform

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PreK - TK FAMILY SOCIAL

Friday, September 13th

5:30 - 7:00 pm in Denning Hall

Join us for a fun night of pizza, games, and fellowship as we welcome the start of the school year with all Pre-k and TK families! This event will allow you to meet parents from the same class, find ways to get involved at school, and give your children a chance to have a fun evening with their new friends! Thank you to Home and School for hosting this event, RSVP at this link by Monday, September 9th. 

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SAVE THE DATES

2^nd & 4^th Tuesdays Women’s Bible Study.  We will gather at 9:30 AM, in McEleney Hall, on the 2^nd & 4^th Tuesdays beginning Tuesday, September 10^th.  Our first study will be Living in the Father’s Love. This brief but powerful Bible study is the ideal way to revive and refresh yourself. Discover just how much God loves us and how the gospels are deeply relevant to our relationship with God and with those we love.  The book can be purchased on www.walkingwithpurpose.com or Amazon. Please contact Sara Sieren (563.210.6554 or sarasieren3771@gmail.com ) or Lorene Knobbe (563.579.4970 or knobbelorene@gmail.com) if you have any questions. Invite a friend and don’t forget your Bible!

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MONDAY MORNING ROSARY GROUP

All are welcome to join the Monday morning Rosary group.

We meet every Monday when school is in session to chat, share prayer intentions and pray the rosary together. Our gatherings take place in the Multipurpose room of the church across from Denning Hall. People begin arriving right after school drop off at 7:35 am, but we won't start prayer intentions or the Rosary until after preschool drop off is over. (About 8:10) Babies and preschool age children welcome! If you don't know how to pray the Rosary, we have easy to follow guides and rosaries for you.

Feel free to call or text Monica Burchett 563-271-1327 for more information. Our first meeting for the 2024/2025 school year will be Monday August 26. 

Hope to see you there! 

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