Upcoming Dates

• September 4
  • NO SCHOOL – Labor Day
• September 11
  • School Picture Day
• September 15
  • 1:00 Release
  • Spirit Day

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Family Volunteer Survey

Students whose family have filled out the survey by Friday August 25th at 8 am will receive a special treat from Mrs. Placek! 

Fill out the School and HSA Volunteer Interest Survey:  https://stpatricklincolnschool.com/activities

All families are asked to choose their Top 2 preferences for how they will assist in making the 2023-24 school the best school year yet!

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Holy Moments

Telling the truth isn’t always easy, but the best thing you can do is to practice being honest in even the smallest moments of your life–with your friends, your teachers, and in your school work. And remember, some moments are holy. Some moments are unholy. You decide!

We want to hear about the amazing ways you and your family are collaborating with God! Email: Kristine-Placek@cdolinc.net and share about a special Holy Moment you witnessed or created. Let’s keep the Holy Momentum going!

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Saints and Scholars Nominations

The Diocesan Education Office is seeking nominations for five awards for those working in our diocesan schools.

The Diocesan Education Awards are as follows:
-St. Thomas Aquinas Award (Administrator of the Year)
-St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award (Elementary Educator of the Year)
-St. Catherine of Alexandria (Special Education/Underserved Communities Educator of the Year)
-St. John Bosco (Support Staff Member of the Year)

The recipients will be publicly recognized at the Saints & Scholars Dinner and through diocesan communications channels.

Any member of our school communities (parents, teacher friends, administrators, students, etc.) may submit a nomination. All school personnel, including priests and religious, of Diocese of Lincoln Catholic Schools are eligible to receive these awards. A small committee of clergy, religious, and lay professionals will select the winners.

NOMINATIONS FOR THE AWARDS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY NOON on FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 USING THIS LINK:https://forms.office.com/r/PirWMUYd5Q

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St. Patrick – After School Clubs

We are offering several school clubs this fall.  Click the link below to register before Sunday September 3rd.  If we have more clubs open up – we will have a new sign up in future newsletters.

Register Here:  https://forms.office.com/r/Bc9Y5L3KZZ

• • Please repeat the registration for each child
  • Registration closes Sunday September 3rd
  • Spots are limited – please check your email for confirmation after Sept. 4th

• Craft Club – Grades 1/2 & 3/4/5.  Led by Sr. Deanna – Meets in the school library alternating Wednesdays from 3:30-4:15.  $5 supply fee for each child. Limited to 10 students for each section.
• Page One Reading Club –  Grades 3&4 – Led by Mrs. Neujahr – Meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 3:30-4:30. Optional competition at the end of the season – $10 fee.
• St. Joseph Woodworking Club – Grades 7&8 – Led by Fr. Schweiger – Meets weekly in the parish woodworking shop on Mondays (Boys) and Wednesdays (Girls) from 2:40-3:30.
• Girls on the Run – Grades 3rd – 6th. Monday and Tuesday 3:30-4:45. Register here for GOTR:  https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/Nebraska-Fall23-GOTR?sid=153c7596b8c94a7eb103c1ee2930b43b

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Spirit Day

Friday Sept. 15th is an All School Spirit Day.  Students may wear the OFFICIAL spirit day tshirt with long jeans or any uniform bottoms.

If you need an OFFICIAL Spirit Day tshirt – please order from the Art FX Online Store (info below)

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Art FX Store Open

• For items with the St. Patrick logo – shop our ArtFX store beginning August 17th and closing Monday Sept. 4th.  Orders should be delivered to the school office and ready for pick up early October.
  • Shop here:  https://stores.inksoft.com/st_patrick_catholic_school/shop/
  • SPIRIT day tshirts MUST be purchased from ArtFX
• For non-logo items, including shorts, pants, skirts, and jumpers you may shop at ANY store.  Dennis Uniform, Old Navy, and JCPenney are popular choices!
• 6th – 8th grade girls may wear skirts or skorts in Pius plaid from Dennis Uniform – shop here:  https://www.dennisuniform.com/collections/ppk/products/dci-aa1000045019?variant=42678974808249
• Regardless of where you purchase items they must be of appropriate length for all students.  Please ensure ALL skirts, skorts, and shorts are close to knee-length or just a bit higher (within 2 inches).

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Girls on the Run

Register here: GOTR-Nebraska 2023 Fall Program Registration — Metro Registration | Pinwheel

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PowerSchool Grades and Attendance App

St. Patrick Parents have access to current grades earned in classes (2nd – 8th updated weekly, PreK-1st quarterly) and attendance (all grades), in PowerSchool via the internet or Power School mobile app (District Code:  RSCD).  Please use the PowerSchool username and password you created when enrolling your child.  You may use the ParentAccount Recovery Links at Parent Sign In (cdolinc.net) to find your username or reset your password if needed.

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School Picture Day – September 11th

Order forms will come home with proofs in late September. NO payment or orders due at this time.
• EVERY child will have their picture taken and be featured in the complimentary class composite and yearbook
• Absent students will have their picture taken on retake day – Wednesday Oct. 18th

Dress Code:
• Students are more than welcome to wear their school uniform for pictures!
OR
• Uniform Bottoms with a dress-up top (no jeans)
• Girls may wear dresses with leggings/ shorts underneath.
• NO dress shoes please – sneakers/ tennis shoes only
• NO sleeveless/ tank-top style tops or dresses without cover
• Students will be going out to recess and eating lunch in whatever they wear for the day

Thank you – we can’t wait to see all of the students looking EXTRA sharp on picture day!

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Office Medications

When you registered your child on PowerSchool you may have indicated that you gave permission for the office to issue over the counter medication to your child.  Parents who have made this indication will be notified via email if their child was in need of, and given, over the counter medication during the school day (pain relief, antacid, etc) will be.  Please check, and update PowerSchool if you DO NOT want us to give over the counter meds without a phone call each time.

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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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Home and School Corner

The Home and School Association held their most recent meeting on Wednesday May 3rd.

HSA is in need of a volunteer to serve on the HSA board as Vice President and Secretary. The primary responsibility of Vice President is to attend monthly meetings on the 1^st Wednesday of the month, organize volunteers for the fish fry fundraiser, and assist the President as needed. The Vice President will take over for the president when the president’s 2 year term is over. If you are interested you can contact the school office or Tonia Wasser at 402-416-0069 or email toniaw79@hotmail.com.

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Lunch + Events Menu

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Area Events

Cub Scouts

 

 

 

 

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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Home and School Board 2022-23

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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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Fundraisers

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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

Click here for the SCRIP order form.  SCRIP can be purchased at the parish office or after weekend masses.

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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.

 

We are excited to tell you that we have started an Ignatius Book Club for our school! Ignatius Book Club is a wonderful Catholic organization that provides thoughtfully selected books and materials from leading publishers that entertain, instruct, and inspire for a variety of reading levels and interests.

Plus, every purchase you make through Ignatius Book Club earns bonus points which can be redeemed for books, religious products, or school supplies for our school!

Click HERE to join and start browsing Ignatius Book Club’s extensive selection of wholesome material

 

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Athletics

Introducing a mobile-friendly website for Catholic School athletics, www.cysi.org

League Information & Rules, League Policies, Registration & Participation Forms, Mission Statement, Philosophy, Sports Calendar (that is constantly being updated), and much more. In addition to our own league’s information, you will find material on the football and wrestling programs at Pius X High School.

If you have any questions please do not ever hesitate to reach out to our school’s Athletic Director – Mr. Ryan Mackling