Upcoming Dates

  • November 1
    • NO SCHOOL – All Saints Day
  • November 4
    • School Drop Off Coffee Truck
  • November 11
    • Veterans Day Assembly
  • November 11-14
    • Thanksgiving Food Drive
  • November 15
    • NO SCHOOL
    • STARS Fundraiser / School & Parish Event
  • November 25
    • ArtFX Store Closes
  • November 27-29
    • NO SCHOOL – Thanksgiving Break
  • December 5
    • Christmas Program 6:30 pm
  • December 6
    • Feast of St. Nicholas – Comfy Clothes & Silly Sock Day
  • December 9
    • NO SCHOOL *NEW* – Feast of the Immaculate Conception

School Drop Off Coffee Truck

Drop off your children and then stop by Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck in the school parking lot on Monday November 4th!

  • This is an HSA fundraiser – 10% of all purchases will come back to the school!
  • Families will be asked if they want to donate toward teacher drinks that day
  • Check out the menu here: Menu | Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck
  • Parking may be tight – overflow parking is available in the gravel lot by the rectory or at the Methodist church across the street!

NO SCHOOL – Monday December 9

From Fr. Stoley – Superintendent of the Diocese of Lincoln Schools
 
Recently, the Bishop communicated to pastors that Monday, December 9th, 2024, will be observed as a Holy Day of Obligation to honor the Feast of the Immaculate Conception.
This recent change came as a response to a question posed by the USCCB to the Holy See earlier this year as to how to observe the feast day (Dec. 8th) falling on a Sunday.
For all catholic schools within the City of Lincoln, there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday December 9th.
 

Veterans Day Assembly

The St. Patrick Knights of Columbus are hosting a Veteran’s Day Assembly Monday Nov.11th for St. Patrick Staff, Students, Veterans and Families. All are welcome.
If you plan to attend, please join us at mass at 8 a.m., the program and doughnut reception will follow, concluding by 10 a.m.

We are asking staff, students, and visitors to wear a patriotic (or any red/white/blue shirt of their choice) with jeans or uniform bottoms.  God bless America!


Thanksgiving Food Drive


A Night with the STARS – Hollywood Night!

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St. Patrick Catholic Church invites YOU to the STARS fundraiser Gala Friday November 15th. Get glammed up or dress as your favorite STAR!

ArtFX Store – Open!

The ArtFX Store is open again for logo uniform items.  The store will close Nov. 25th – items will be in before Christmas Break!

Click here to order:  Home | St. Patrick Catholic School (inksoft.com)


With God…We are followers

The disciples spent three years following Jesus around and learning how to lead from Him.  And most of them then went on to become the first leaders of the early church.  They had to learn how to follow before they could lead. Even Jesus followed the rule of leading by following first!

First, you learn how to follow.  Then you learn how to lead.  It’s best to follow the lead of Jesus because He is the ultimate leader.

Jesus, teach me what it means to be a faithful follower of you.

“Come, follow me, and I will show you how to fish for people!” -Mark 1:17

(Each week we focus on a reason why WITH GOD nothing shall be impossible!)


Feast of Saint Nicholas

The spirit of St. Nicholas makes a visit to St. Patrick school each Dec. 6th and leaves a treat in student shoes in honor of St. Nicholas’ Feast Day.

Students may wear comfy clothes & fun socks this day as they will be removing their shoes during their morning class.

  • All comfy clothes are allowed – please no shorts or bare shoulders!

(Christmas / Religious socks are encouraged – but not mandatory 🙂


Area Events

Genesis NO SCHOOL Day Camps
No School Day Camp dates for 2024 with your school this year! We have added extra dates this year to align with days
that Catholic schools in the Lincoln diocese will not be in session. These dates are: October 11, 14, November 1, 27, 29,
and December 23, 24, 26, 27, 30 and 31. Our goal is to support working parents by caring for their kiddos in a safe and
fun environment when school is not in session. Contact Rilyn.Metzler@genesishealthclubs.com to register.

Parish Groups & Events

Please call the rectory for additional details.

  • Legion of Mary – Thursdays at 4:00 p.m.
  • St. Patrick Mom’s Group – Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.
    • Any interested Mom is welcome, and should call Monica Ottinger for details (402-490-5178)
  • Time to Unite and Enlighten meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month, in the social hall at St. Patricks. All are welcome, bring a friend!
    • November – No Meeting

Lunch + Events Menu


Shamrock Basketball

School Messages


Pius X High School Parent Association

Pius X High School Parent Association representative for St. Patrick’s parish is Tracy Wesely. Tracy can help you find answers to Pius X High School -related questions.
She can be reached at 402-466-2752 or Tracy-Wesely@cdolinc.net


Classroom Wishlist


Many teachers have updated their classroom wish lists!  Purchasing an item from the wish list is a great way to say THANK YOU!

Check out all of the lists here:  Teacher Wishlists | St Patrick’s Catholic School (stpatricklincolnschool.com)


Fundraisers

SCRIP

What is Scrip? “Scrip” turns everyday shopping into cash for the St. Patrick Church and School. Purchase gift cards at face value in advance to use at checkout, instead of paying with credit, debit card, check or cash.

How Does It Work? Purchase gift cards at face value from local merchants who designate their own discount percentage ranging from 1.5% to 30%. The discount amount translates to profit for the St. Patrick!

  • $50 Marcus Theatres gift card at 8% = $4 St. Patrick profit
  • $100 Walmart gift card at 2.% = $2.50 St. Patrick profit

Purchase SCRIP before shopping by filling out this form and turning it into the parish office or call in your order to the rectory at 402.466.2752 and we can prepare your order ahead for you. SCRIP can  also be purchased at the parish office or after weekend masses.

We’re excited to share that our school is participating in Cash for Classrooms, part of Casey’s Rewards. This opens up St. Patrick School to new funding opportunities to help improve learning environments for students.
The best part? Donations don’t come out of your own pocket. When you buy from Casey’s and use their rewards program you can simply turn your points into a donation to our school.
Help St. Patrick School make the most of this program and learn more at Caseys.com/schools.

Box Tops are now digital only! You can download the app Box Tops for Education, register and select St Patrick School, and then scan eligible receipts containing Box Tops products. Online retailers that are eligible: Instacart, Jet.com, SamsClub.com, Shipt, Target.com, Target Pick-Up/Drive-Up, Walmart Grocery, Walmart.com.

Traditional Box Tops are being phased out and we are no longer receiving enough to mail in so please direct your efforts towards the digital app. Thank you to everyone who has contributed box tops over the years!

Digital Box Tops FAQ

  1. Where do I go to enter Box Tops digitally? Download the Box Tops for Education App or visit https://www.boxtops4education.com/ to learn more
  2. How long are Box Tops receipts eligible for scanning? Scan your receipts within 14 days of purchase.
  3. What products are eligible?: Download the full list of eligible products here: https://www.boxtops4education.com/en/Participating-Products-Page or just look for the Box Top logo on products you purchase.
  4. Can I still clip and send in physical Box Tops? Unfortunately no, we are no longer receiving enough to make it worth sending in for payment.
  5. What if I shop online? Submit your email receipts to receipts@boxtops4education.com
  6. How do I help earn more? Scroll down to the bonus offers on the Box Tops App to learn how to earn extra.

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