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Upcoming Dates

• May 2
  • Spring Band Concert 6:30
• May 3
  • 1:00 Release / Spirit Day
• May 6th – 10th
  • TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
    Cards, drawings, and hugs from the children this week are welcome in thanksgiving for all that the teachers do!
• May 7
  • May Crowning at 8 am Mass
• May 9
  • NO SCHOOL – Holy Day
• May 15
  • Activities Awards Night
• May 21
  • CSS Food Truck at Dismissal (change in date from May 14)
• May 22
  • PreSchool Last Day of School
• May 23
  • Last Day of School K-8
  • Field Day + Entertainment + Talent Show

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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, Tuesday May 7th during the 8:00 school mass.

• Students may bring fresh, unwrapped flowers to lay before Mary as we process in to mass that day.
• Students may wear blue on top with jeans or uniform bottoms to honor Mary this day.  All tops should have sleeves, no holes, hoods, or crop-tops please.

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Talent Show

The Talent Show is scheduled for Thursday May 23rd.  Please use the link below to sign-up by Monday May 6th to participate in the Talent Show AND to audition the week week of May 6th during music class.  The audition process is to ensure acts are rehearsed and finalized to ensure students are ready for performance on Thursday May 23rd.  If students are not prepared for the audition they will be asked to take this year off, and audition again next year.  Please help your children to practice and prepare so they are prepared for their audition.

Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/r/biNZXdsrHx

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Summer Fun Punch Tickets

Have your summer fun and adventure for only $5 per student with a Summer Fun Punch Ticket provided by KFOR/KFRX worth over $100!

All proceeds stay here at school. Please stop in the office or send your money (cash or check made out to: St. Patrick School) for the number of passes you would like for your kids.
Venmo will also be accepted – please note ‘Summer Punch Ticket’ in the subject.  @StPatrick-Lincoln

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2024-25 School Calendar

The 2024-25 School Calendar is available here: https://stpatricklincolnschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/24_25Calendar-1.pdf

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Join Hands Day

All students and their families are welcome to join us for both planting flowers and lunch.

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Holy Moments

Read a passage from the Gospels and reflect. The Gospels are 2,000 years old, but they still have a message…just for you. But you’ll never discover the message until you take the time to read and reflect on them! Simply pick a passage and read it slowly, asking God what message he has for you! And remember, some moments are holy. Some moments are unholy. And you decide!

Tips to Create This Holy Moment:
– If you’re not sure where to start, try the Feeding of the Five Thousand or Matthew 16:13-16.
– Ask someone you love what their favorite Gospel story is and read it together!
– Try memorizing your favorite Bible verse!

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Healthy, Hunger Free Kids

Check out Nebraska’s Summer Food Service Program. The program which provides free summer meals to kids and teens (ages 1 – 18) may be available in your area at select locations. The meals help ensure children continue to receive nutritious meals when school is out for the summer. There are numerous open summer meal sites throughout the state of Nebraska. Call 2-1-1 or text FOOD to 877-877. Visit https://www.fns.usda.gov/meals4kids or http://www.education.ne.gov/NS/SFSP/index.html

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Lunch + Events Menu

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Area Events

CK Sisters Outdoor Spring Workday

Sat., May 4, 1:30-4:30 p.m. We will be planting our vegetable garden, cleaning up flower beds, mulching and cutting trees. Helpful items to bring include wheelbarrows, shovels, gloves, pruning/lopping shears, hoes, pickups and chainsaws. Children are also welcome!  Mark your calendars now and contact Sister Mary Angela at sr.mary-angela@cdolinc.net if you would like to come and help.  Please also print and complete a liability form (one per adult; children added to adult form.) Villa Regina Motherhouse, 4100 SW 56^th St., about 2 miles west and south of Pioneers Park. (Walk-ins also welcome.)

 

 

 

Registration for summer camps at Pius X is now open. All camp and summer workout information is subject to change. The costs listed are for early registration. Costs may increase after the registration deadline. Some camps offer a discount for a family that is registering more than one child. For more details, please contact the coach for each camp. Please see the registration form for details.    Summer Camps | Lincoln Pius X Catholic High School

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)

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School Messages

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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

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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)

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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.