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Upcoming Dates

• January 25–30
  • Catholic Schools Week!!
    • Sunday January 25
      • BINGO @2:00pm
    • Friday, January 30
      • 1:00pm Dismissal
      • CSW Community Night Celebration 6:30-8:30pm
    • CSS Clothing & Housewares Drive throughout the week
    • More events throughout the week – see more info below!
• February 10
  • Parent Teacher Conferences
• February 12
  • Parent Teacher Conferences
  • 1:00pm Dismissal & Spirit Day
• February 13
  • No School – Conference Comp Day
• February 16
  • No School – Teacher Development Day
• February 24
  • Preschool/Kindergarten Open House – more info to come!

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Catholic Schools Week – January 25-30

We hope that you will join us to celebrate Catholic Schools Week! All families and parishioners are welcome to attend the kickoff, closing, and church events!

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Family BINGO – January 25

Bring the whole family to BINGO! Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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Light the Night – January 26

Join fellow members of the Lincoln Diocese to kick off Catholic Schools Week with a prayerful holy hour. Additional flyers can be found here in Spanish, Vietnamese, and English.

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CSW Community Night – January 30

Close out Catholic Schools Week with a fun night of dancing, games, raffle prizes, and food. This fundraiser is sponsored by the HSA, and all money raised will support the school. Hope to see you there! Students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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St. Patrick School Clothing & Housewares Drive

Mark your calendars! St. Patrick School is once again partnering with Catholic Social Services of Southern Nebraska for a clothing and housewares drive during Catholic Schools Week. Donations can be left in the trailer in the parking lot from January 23-30. Please see the flyer for most-needed items and large item donation information. Thank you for helping us support “hope in the Good Life”! 

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Spirit Catholic Radio Superstar School – Jan 26-Feb 6

Show your support for Catholic education by voting for St. Patrick in Spirit Catholic Radio’s Superstar Contest.

Voting runs January 26–February 6 Vote online: https://spiritcatholicradio.com/superstar2026

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Good Shepherd Scholarship Application Now Open!

A letter about the Good Shepherd Scholarship was sent home last week, and can also be found HERE. A Spanish version is available HERE. The application can be filled out at: www.goodshepherdscholarship.com

The deadline to complete the application is March 31, 2026.

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Parent Teacher Conferences – February 10 & 12

Parent Teacher Conferences are coming up on Tuesday, February 10 and Thursday, February 12. Information and the link to sign up will be sent via email early next week!

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Community Involvement Opportunity – February 1

Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach is so excited to announce the upcoming SHINE THE LIGHT walk on Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM at Antelope Park. This 1-mile walk is designed to raise awareness about the challenges faced by people experiencing unsheltered homelessness during the winter months. The walk will take place along an illuminated path through the park, with signs along the course sharing three stories of individuals and families who experienced different paths through homelessness. For more information, please contact Jenn Boettcher at jenn.boettcher@mtko.org. We hope you’ll join us as we shine the light on homelessness and walk together in support of our neighbors in need!

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Parish Family Basketball Night – February 3

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Camp Kateri Registration Open Now!

Camp Director Jacob Brouliette presented information to 3rd-8th grade students about Camp Kateri during Library class! Some camps fill up quickly. Scholarships and payment plans are available. Register soon to get the best selection of dates: https://www.campkateri.org/camps

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January Lunch + Events

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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. 

Recently we:

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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.