Upcoming Dates

• January 4th
  • Welcome back students!
• January 5th
  • 2nd Quarter Report Cards sent home
• January 13th
  • Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest
• January 15th
  • NO SCHOOL
• January 23rd
  • CSS Food Truck at Pick Up

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Teacher & Staff Bonus THANK YOU

On behalf of the St. Patrick Staff I want to extend a HUGE thank you for your generosity in contributing to the Christmas Bonus.  We know your financial contributions are coupled with prayers and are so appreciative of the support of our school community.  Spending the days with your children is a blessing to us all.  Thank you for trusting us to partner with you in their academic and spiritual growth this school year!
+Mrs. Placek

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Pickleball Club

6-8 grade students are invited to join a 3-day Pickleball Club in January.  The club is led by Mrs. Pat Lanik.  Sign up fast – limited to 10 students.

• Pickleball Club will meet  in the school gym 3 days in January (Tues. 16, Thurs. 18, & Fri. 19) 3:30-4:15PM.
• This is a beginner course.  We will have FUN and learn how to serve and receive the serve, and keep score.
• Class size is limited to the first 10 players signing up.
• No cost.
• Thank you to Pickleball Lincoln for supporting our club by providing one of the nets and some paddles.

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

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K of C Free Throw Contest

Who:  Boys and Girls Ages 9-14
Location:  St. Patrick School Gym
Date:  Saturday January 13th
Time:  9 a.m. Registration  9:30 a.m. Begin Shooting

If you have any questions  contact Jerry Frain at 402-466-5635.
*Parent must be present

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4H Extension Club

Are you curious?  Do you like having fun with hands-on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) activities?  During this 2nd semester, St. Patrick School is excited to offer a new after school club in the area of Academics for students in Grades 3-5.

Students will join Elizabeth Thiltges, Lancaster County 4-H Assistant, for six weeks of fun filled afternoons conducting STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) related activities.  Some activities include:

-building turbines
-sailing wind powered sailboats
-color coding with robots
-and much more!

• 4H Club will run 3:30-4:30 on Mondays in the parish Social Hall on school days during January and February.
• Parents can pick up from the Social Hall or students can go to Extended Care after club.
• Cost:  $25/child
• Enrollment is open to the first 20 students who register and pay in the school office or via Venmo (checks can be made to St. Patrick School)

Register HERE: 3rd-5th Grade STEM Club at St. Patrick’s (google.com)

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Cold Weather / School Closings

Students may go outside when the feels like temperature is 15 degrees or higher. Please send your student dressed for the coldest part of the school day.  Warm coats, hats, and gloves are encouraged for all students throughout the winter months.  Students can always opt to remove items if it gets too warm.  Please do not send snow boots or snow pants with your child.  All school entrance/exit paths and play areas will be cleared of snow and no snow gear will be required.

St. Patrick school typically adheres to the school closing policies of the Lincoln Public Schools, BUT the Diocesan Education Office may elect to keep schools open, even if LPS chooses to close. The decision to close schools due to inclement weather is normally made before 6:00 a.m., at which time the local radio and television stations are notified. School closing information will be shared via email, text to those who opt in, and may be heard on local television channels 8 and 10/11 and AM radio stations KFOR (1240), KLIN (1400), and KLMS (1480).

School Messenger is a communication tool we use throughout the school year for announcements: snow days, etc. You are asked to opt into this system by texting YES to: 67587

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Holy Moments

Thank a teacher for class this week. Your teachers put in so much effort every day—make sure you say thank you! And remember, some moments are holy. Some moments are unholy. And you decide!

Tips to Create This Holy Moment:
– Send a thank you note to your child’s favorite teacher.
– Help your child to make a card for their teacher and encourage them to get everyone in their class to sign it!
– Email the school principal, giving kudos to a teacher who’s been especially helpful this year.

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Lunch + Events Menu

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Area Events (click to enlarge)

 

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.