Upcoming Dates

• March 22
  • Educator of the Year Nominations Due
• March 28 – April 2
  • NO SCHOOL – EASTER BREAK
• March 31
  • Scholarship Applications due through FACTS
• April 8
  • Partial Eclipse
• April 9
  • Spring Program 6:30 pm
• April 10
  • One Day Without Shoes
• April 12
  • 1:00 Release / Spirit Day
• April 14
  • First Communion 2:00 pm
• April 18
  • Confirmation 7:00 pm
• April 26
  • Science & Learning Fair

Holy Week Passport Club

Palm Sunday this weekend will begin Holy Week.  St. Patrick Parish has created Holy Week Passports for students to complete as they attend Holy Week services.  Please see a St. Patrick priest after a Holy Week service to stamp your passport!  Students who attend services at other parishes are encouraged to ask for a priest signature.  A Holy Week passport plaque will be on display recognizing students who attend 3+ Holy Week services. Passports were sent home with students or are available in the back of the church.
(Passports with signatures are due to the school office by Friday April 5th)

St. Patrick Holy Week Schedule

• Palm Sunday 7:00, 8:30, 10:00, 11:30
• Maundy Thursday 7:00 pm
• Good Friday 7:00 pm
• Holy Saturday 8:30 pm
• Easter Sunday 7:00, 8:30, 10:00, 11:30

Fall Enrollment + Scholarship Information

• 2024-25 Tuition +Scholarship Information
• Good Shepherd / Shamrock Scholarship Application
  • Due March 31^st – No Extensions

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 from April 3-14.

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

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

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. **

Spring Program

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.

2024-25 School Calendar

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

Holy Moments

Stop yourself when you’re about to complain and give thanks for something instead. Want to have a guaranteed better day? Try this prompt. It takes practice to avoid complaining, but nothing can shift our perspective quite like a dose of gratitude. And remember, some moments are holy. Some moments are unholy. And you decide!

Tips to Create This Holy Moment:
– Instead of saying “I have to do X” try responding with gratitude by saying “I get to do X” —there are some people who would do anything for the opportunity to do that thing!
– Thank God for three things you are grateful for every morning.
– When you want to complain, try taking a deep breath.

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 (with your permission indicated on a form to come home tomorrow) will be allowed to go outside and participate in activities and view the period of the partial eclipse.

School Wellness Policy

Please click HERE to view our wellness policy and goals.  We update this document at minimum every 3 years and welcome your input.  You may email Kristine-Placek@cdolinc.net with any feedback!

Lunch + Events Menu

Area Events

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)

School Messages

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

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.