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Upcoming Dates

• April 8
  • Partial Eclipse
• April 9
  • Spring Program 6:30 pm
• April 10
  • One Day Without Shoes
• April 12
  • 1:00 Release / Spirit Day OR Autism Awareness (see below)
• April 14
  • First Communion 2:00 pm
• April 18
  • Confirmation 7:00 pm
• April 26
  • Science & Learning Fair 5-7pm

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Partial Eclipse

On April 8, 2024, a partial solar eclipse will be visible from Lincoln on its path across the United States. All St. Patrick students who returned the permission form will be allowed to go outside and participate in activities and view the period of the partial eclipse.

Parents – please report to the office to check in at 1:30.  Please bring your own protective eye wear – we only have enough for St. Patrick Students and Staff. Students will be outside from approximately 1:45-2:15.  Siblings will be allowed to join parents/ families during the viewing.

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Spring Program

WHO: All students PreK-8 at Saint Patrick School are preparing musical numbers to perform! All family and friends are welcome to attend.
WHERE: In the Saint Patrick School Gymnasium
WHEN: Tuesday, April 9th @ 6:30pm.

*Doors open at 6:15pm
*All student coats or other items should be left with families

The Spring Program this year is “Jukebox Time Machine”!  Students PreK-8th will be performing songs from different decades.

Students are encouraged to dress in their decade when possible:

• PreK-2^nd grade: 40s and 50s
• 3^rd-5^th grade: 30s, 80s, and 90s
• 6^th-8^th grade: 60s
• Elective choir: 70s and 2000s

Students may also wear their uniform or school appropriate dress/ church clothes.

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Holy Week Passport Club

Passports with signatures are due to the school office by Friday April 5th.  A Holy Week passport plaque will be on display recognizing students who attend 3+ Holy Week services.

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One Day Without Shoes + Crazy Sock Day

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 through April 12.

To bring attention to this important cause, students may wear CRAZY socks Wednesday April 10th.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Neujahr at diane-neujahr@cdolinc.net.  Thank you for helping the less fortunate!

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Autism Awareness

On Friday April 12th, students and staff will have the option to wear a blue shirt with jeans or uniform bottoms in support of friends and family who have autism.  Showing support and bringing awareness can help create a world in which autistic individuals are fully supported, championed and celebrated!

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Learning Fair

The Learning Fair Committee is looking for donations of any size for our upcoming annual raffle.

They are in need of the following items:

• 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 on April 26th will be sent home soon. **

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2024-25 School Calendar

The 2024-25 School Calendar is available here:  https://stpatricklincolnschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/24_25Calendar.pdf

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Welcome Baby Theo to the Brammier Family!

Mrs. Brammier served on the St. Patrick Staff as a para in the PreSchool classroom this school year.  Prayers for the Brammier family are appreciated!

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Holy Moments

Tell a mentor in your life what they mean to you. If you’re not sure who to thank, consider this: Who gave you the best piece of advice recently? Take some time to reach out to that person and let them know how they helped you! And remember, some moments are holy. Some moments are unholy. And you decide!

Tips to Create This Holy Moment:
– Do something special to say thank you—sing a song, create a piece of art, or bake a treat to show your appreciation!
– Write a personal letter explaining how this person has helped you.
– Say extra prayers for this mentor, asking God to bless them.

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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.