Upcoming Dates
- April 18th
- HSA Dine out Night- Davinci’s (27th & Superior)
- CSS Food Truck at Pick Up
- April 21st
- 1:00pm Release – Childcare is Available
- Spirit Day
- April 23rd
- 1st Communion
- April 28th
- Learning Fair
- Extended Care Closes at 5 p.m. – please be prompt!
- May 1st
- May Crowning
- May 4th
- Band Concert
- May 8th
- Social Media Awareness – Parent Presentation
- May 11th
- Activities Banquet
HSA Dine Out Night
The Home and School Association is sponsoring another Dine Out Night. Please join us at Davinci’s (27th & Superior) 4om- 9pm. The school will receive 20% of all sales during that time.
Learning Fair
Learning Fair Donations
The Learning Fair Committee is looking for donations of any size for our upcoming annual raffle.
They are in need of the following items:
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- Gift cards (of any value) toys (new, in packaging)
- Games (new, in packaging)
- Sports Memorabilia
- Admission Passes or Tickets
Any donations can be sent to the school office. Please note that they are for the Learning Fair when dropping them off or sending them.
Thank you for your kindness and consideration!
** More information about the Learning Fair taking place on April 28th will be sent home soon. **
Social Media Awareness – Parent Presentation
Date: Monday, May 8th
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: St. John’s School Gym
Speaker: Lt. Lovelace of the Nebraska State Patrol
The presentation entitled “Internet Crime Against Children”. will touch on the variety of social media apps and the dangers it presents to children. Lt. Lovelace will touch on cyber bullying, trafficking, sexual assault, pornography, ways to keep kids safe, and specific cases he has worked. He has done this talk for many years to many different audiences, including schools. This presentation is best for only parents, but students above 12 could be present.
Uniform Shorts and Skirt Requirements
All shorts should be 2” above the knee or longer. Skirts are expected to be no more than 2 inches above the knee. If the skirt cannot meet these requirements, the student has options. She can wear dress code shorts or pants as one option. She could also continue to wear leggings under the skirt until a skirt that meets the requirements can be found. We realize that by this age students often are in charge of their own morning routines and try to make these decisions independently. We appreciate your help in checking that your child is making choices that keep them within the dress code.
Below are links to stores that sell school uniform items…
You are welcome to shop at ANY store. Please make sure all items are dress code approved. Dress code available here: Dress Code | St Patrick’s Catholic School (stpatricklincolnschool.com)
One Day Without Shoes
One Day Without Shoes: St. Patrick School will be participating in a service project to provide shoes for the needy in our community. Sponsored by Cornhusker Bank, collection bins will be brought to school to collect shoes that you would like to donate. All kinds and sizes of shoes will be accepted, even if they are dirty, worn out, or have holes in them. Shoes that are unusable are sold for recycling material. Those that are in good condition are given to People’s City Mission. To donate, send them to school with your children from April 3rd – April 15th.
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Neujahr at diane-neujahr@cdolinc.net. Thank you for supporting such a good cause.
Lost and Found
There are quite a few items currently on the Lost and Found Table. Please check or have your child check the table for any missing items. Any items not claimed by the end of the school year will be donated.
May Crowning
For centuries, the Catholic Church has set aside the entire month of May to honor Mary, Mother of God. We plan to crown Mary, Our Mother, Monday May 1st during the 8:00 school mass.
Students, and anyone attending mass that day, may bring fresh, unwrapped flowers to lay before Mary as we process in to mass that day.
*Students may wear blue on top with uniform bottoms to honor Mary this day. All tops should have sleeves, no holes, hoods, or crop-tops please.
CSS Food Truck
Catholic Social Services (CSS) has partnered with the Food Bank of Lincoln to provide healthy choice options for our school families at no cost!
The CSS Food Market Truck will be here Tuesday April 18th at pick up – all families are welcome to take groceries home.
CAMP KATERI: SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR SKY CAMP (CURRENT GRADES 4-8TH), CATHOLIC ADVENTURE CAMP (GRADES 3RD-5TH) AND THE TEKAKWITHA GAMES (GRADES 4-8TH). FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR TO REGISTER FOR CAMP, GO TO WWW.CAMPKATERI.ORG.
CAMP KATERI: SUMMER CAMP COUNSELOR VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
CAMP KATERI IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR VOLUNTEER HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELORS (GRADES 9-12TH) FOR SKY, CATHOLIC ADVENTURE CAMP AND THE TEKAKWITHA GAMES. FOR MORE INFORMATION, OR TO DOWNLOAD AN APPLICATION, PLEASE GO TO WWW.CAMPKATERI.ORG.
Home and School Corner
The Home and School Association held their most recent meeting on Wednesday April. 5th. The next board meeting is scheduled for May 3rd.
HSA is in need of a volunteer to serve on the HSA board as Vice President and Secretary. The primary responsibility of Vice President is to attend monthly meetings on the 1st Wednesday of the month, organize volunteers for the fish fry fundraiser, and assist the President as needed. The Vice President will take over for the president when the president’s 2 year term is over. If you are interested you can contact the school office or Tonia Wasser at 402-416-0069 or email toniaw79@hotmail.com.
Lunch Menu
Area Events
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)
School Messages
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)
Home and School Board 2022-23
Pius X High School Parent Association
Pius X High School Parent Association representative for St. Patrick’s parish is BJ Hobelman. BJ can help you find answers to Pius X High School -related questions.
She can be reached at 402-466-3710 or BJ-Hobelman@cdolinc.net
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
Click here for the SCRIP order form. SCRIP can be purchased at the parish office or after weekend masses.
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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
- 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
- How long are Box Tops receipts eligible for scanning? Scan your receipts within 14 days of purchase.
- 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.
- 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.
- What if I shop online? Submit your email receipts to receipts@boxtops4education.com
- How do I help earn more? Scroll down to the bonus offers on the Box Tops App to learn how to earn extra.
We are excited to tell you that we have started an Ignatius Book Club for our school! Ignatius Book Club is a wonderful Catholic organization that provides thoughtfully selected books and materials from leading publishers that entertain, instruct, and inspire for a variety of reading levels and interests.
Plus, every purchase you make through Ignatius Book Club earns bonus points which can be redeemed for books, religious products, or school supplies for our school!
Click HERE to join and start browsing Ignatius Book Club’s extensive selection of wholesome material
Athletics
Introducing a mobile-friendly website for Catholic School athletics, www.cysi.org
League Information & Rules, League Policies, Registration & Participation Forms, Mission Statement, Philosophy, Sports Calendar (that is constantly being updated), and much more. In addition to our own league’s information, you will find material on the football and wrestling programs at Pius X High School.
If you have any questions please do not ever hesitate to reach out to our school’s Athletic Director – Mr. Ryan Mackling