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Upcoming Dates

• December 4
  • Christmas Program – 6:30pm TONIGHT!
• December 5
  • Wear Comfy Clothes and Christmas/Silly Socks for St. Nicholas Day!
  • 1:00 dismissal – Extended Care available
• December 7
  • Parish Christmas Party – more info below!
  • Walk in the Waverly Lights Parade – more info below!
• December 8
  • No School – Feast of the Immaculate Conception
• December 9
  • Pep Rally & Spirit Day
• December 11
  • Band Concert at 6:30pm
• December 16
  • Food Market at Dismissal
• December 19
  • Last day of 2nd quarter – Spirit Day!
  • NOON DISMISSAL
    • No lunch
    • No after-school care
  • Christmas break begins
• December 22
  • HSA Dine-out Night @ Freddy’s on 27th & Cornhusker – see details below
• January 6
  • Students return from Christmas break
• January 19
  • No School – Teacher Development Day

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Backpacks

Only items needed for the classroom should be stored in students’ backpacks. Some students are bringing extra items for Extended Care which should be left at home. Extended Care has art supplies and games for when students will be inside.

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Christmas Program – December 4

Please join us to celebrate this Advent and Christmas Season at our annual Christmas Program!

• WHO:   All students at Saint Patrick School PreK-8th grade are preparing musical numbers to perform!
• WHERE:   Saint Patrick School Gymnasium
• WHEN:  Thursday, December 4th @ 6:30 pm
• FAQ:
  • Gym doors open at 6:15pm, students will be directed to their homeroom area upon arrival
  • Students can wear their uniform, dress in their “Sunday best,” or wear Christmas themed clothes. All dress code rules still apply.
  • All students’ hats, gloves, and coats should be left with families
  • Student attendance is required. Students who are absent due to illness on Thursday Dec. 4th should NOT attend that evening.

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Teacher Christmas Bonus

At St. Patrick School, we have a long-standing tradition of gifting the teachers with a Christmas ‘bonus’ made up from donations from school and parish families.

Donations to the Teacher Christmas Collection will be collected beginning at the Christmas Program on Thursday Dec. 4th. and at masses through the next 2 weekends.

• Monetary donations can brought to school in an enveloped marked ‘Teacher Collection’  or you can Venmo your donation to @StPatrick-Lincoln with a comment of ‘Teacher Collection’.
• A 2nd collection will taken up after masses mid-December.

While our teachers can never be thanked enough for their endless commitment and sacrifices they make for our school family, this Christmas Collection is one way to say ‘thanks’.

“For where your treasure is, there your heart will also be.”Matthew 6:21

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Celebrate St. Nicholas Day – December 5

The spirit of St. Nicholas makes a visit to St. Patrick school on December 5th this year, in honor of St. Nicholas’ Feast Day on December 6th. Students may wear comfy clothes & silly socks this day as they will be removing their shoes during their morning class to receive a treat in their shoes!

• All comfy clothes are allowed – please no shorts or bare shoulders!
• Christmas / Religious socks are encouraged – but not mandatory 🙂
• Students should wear their regular school shoes as they will still be going outside for recess!

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St. Patrick Parish Christmas Party – December 7

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Walk in the Waverly Lights Parade – December 7

Please sign up to donate candy canes or to join us in walking in the parade by clicking THIS LINK!

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Boys Basketball Schedule

Come out and show your support for our Boys Basketball team!

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Parents’ Night Out – December 6

Hosted by the Pius X Thunderette Dance Team – Enjoy some time off for a date night or Christmas shopping while supporting the Pius X dance team. Ages 4 years to 5th grade.

• 6-8:30 pm, December 6, 2025 
• Pius X High School Gym
• Register by visiting: piusx.net/danceteam
• Cost: $25 for 1st child, $10 each additional

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St. Patrick Band Concert – December 11

All 5th – 8th grade band students will be presenting a concert in the St. Patrick Gym on Thursday, December 11th at 6:30pm. All are welcome!

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Teacher Wishlists

If you are looking for another way to support our school and your student’s classroom, please check out our wish lists below!

• Pre School
• Kindergarten
• 1st Grade
• 2nd Grade
• 3rd Grade
• 4th Grade
• 5th Grade
• 6th Grade
• 7th Grade
• 8th Grade
• Library
• Music
• PE/ Computer
• Counseling
• Extended Care
• Office

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Thunderbolt Wrestling Club

Looking for a sport that builds strength, discipline, and faith?

Join Thunderbolt Wrestling Club — a supportive, family-centered team where boys and girls grow on and off the mat.  All experience levels welcome!

🗓 Preseason practices now through December on Monday 6:30 p.m., regular season starting January 2026
👦 Ages K-8th grade, boys and girls with separate coaches/practices at the same time

📍 Pius X High School Wrestling Room, entrance doors located next to Tennis Courts.

🔗 www.thunderboltwrestling.info
📧 Marg Bohy – bohyboyzmom@yahoo.com
📧 Jerry Clinch – jer@bccine.com

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December Lunch + Events

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Cookie Dough will be delivered December 18

Thanks to all who sold cookie dough for the fall fundraiser! Orders will be sent home with your students on December 18th.

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Dine-out Night – December 22

Treat yourself while you are out and about doing your last-minute Christmas preparations! Mention St. Patrick and Freddy’s will donate a portion of sales back to our school!

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HSA Corner

The Home and School Association is in need of volunteers to help us in our mission of supporting our St. Patrick School family- if you can help, please contact St.Patrick-HSA@cdolinc.net. 

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Tutoring Opportunity

Nebraska SMART, a free online tutoring program developed by the Nebraska State Colleges in partnership with the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE), has now expanded statewide, providing all K–12 students with access to one-on-one academic support at no cost.

Funded through an NDE Innovation Grant, Nebraska SMART connects students with teacher education majors from Chadron, Peru, and Wayne State Colleges who provide individualized help in a secure online environment. In its first year, the program served students in ESUs 1, 4, and 13, as well as NRCSA member schools, and is now open to every Nebraska student.

How Nebraska SMART Works:

• Parents must register their children for tutoring through the Nebraska SMART website.
• Once registered, students (or parents) can schedule sessions or connect instantly using our on-demand feature.
• Tutoring is available in 15-, 30-, 45-, or 60-minute increments; on-demand sessions are available in 10-minute blocks.
• All sessions take place on Pearl, a secure online tutoring platform that records and manages communication.
• Tutors are education majors who have been admitted to their programs, completed background checks, and are mentored by College Program Coordinators.

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Pius Open House – January 12

Parents of students in 8th Grade … Pius X Catholic High School is hosting its open house for prospective students at 7 pm on Monday, Jan. 12. Students and parents will hear a short presentation about Pius X, then have an opportunity to walk the hallways to learn about the many opportunities in academics, athletics, activities and clubs. Teachers, coaches, counselors, and administrators will be available to answer questions. Learn more at https://PiusX.net/openhouse.

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Festival Kid Zone Coordinator Needed

2026 St. Patrick Festival Kids’ Zone is seeking one or more new coordinators. Responsibilities include: seeking donations from local businesses, coordinate the purchase of prizes for games, set up games and manage games, and coordinate volunteers. The previous coordinators will help you get started! Please contact festival chairs Nic and Leah Bethune 402-432-2042 or Ashley Benes 402-480-3392 if interested or if you have questions!

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2025-26 School Calendar

The 2025-26 School Calendar is available here: Calendar | St Patrick’s Catholic School

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IXL

The url to log into IXL has changed! New URL to log in: https://www.ixl.com/signin/stpatricklincoln

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Used Uniform Shop

The used uniform shop is always accepting gently used uniforms. We have a good stock of inventory for most sizes. Junior High skirts are also ready to go! The Used Uniform Shop can be opened by appointment.

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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 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

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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.