PRINTER FRIENDLY VERSION

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Dec 1                                      1st Reconciliation @ 10am A-K and 11:30am L-Z

Dec 6 & 7                                 Hearing & Vision Screening

Dec 11                                     K & 2nd Grade Christmas Cantata – 6:30 in Church

Dec 13                                     2:00 Dismissal – Teacher In-Service

Dec 17                                     6:30 pm - Meet the 2008-2009 Football Coach       

Dec 18                                     3rd-8th Grade Christmas Cantata – 6:30 in Church

Dec 20 & 21                             PreS & PreK Christmas Programs 9:30am & 1:30pm

Dec 21                                     Kindergarten – 8th Grade Christmas Parties 2:30-3:00

                                                1st Semester Ends

Dec 24 – Jan 4                         No School - Christmas Vacation

Jan 7                                       School Resumes & Report Cards Sent Home

DID YOU KNOW… that the price of a Catholic Education at St. Patrick’s School for a family with one child is $11.88/day, two children is $10.74/day per child, three children is $9.72/day per child, and four children is $8.80/day per child?  Consider the value of this if you are paying for childcare.  In the opinion of most, this is an even better deal when you consider that each child is getting a challenging academic education that is in a faith-based environment, where good behavior skills are taught and expected daily.

INFORMATION ON THE NEW BUILDING PROGRESS – The progress is continuing as the winter weather makes its way.  The exterior walls on the lower level are up, and studs on the lower level are being installed for drywall.  Temporary walls are being erected in front of the Preschool and Mrs. Hasty’s classroom.  The staff bathroom is roughed in across the hall from the RF and School offices.  Our hope is to pour 2/3 of the upper level by early next week. Let’s hope that forecasts for winter weather this weekend do not hold true. Please pray for the continued success of our Capital Campaign and for all the people that are diligently working towards the development at St. Patrick’s Catholic School. Updated pictures can be seen at www.stpatselkhorn.org.

GETTING TO SCHOOL ON TIME – It is very important that parents and children work together to arrive to school by 7:55am.  The traffic flow has been great! For morning traffic, cars MUST ALWAYS enter the north access road and MUST always leave the southwest exit.  No Exceptions!  Thank you for cooperation.

CALLING THE OFFICE – It is very important that you contact the school office if your child will be late or absent from school.  You can contact the office by emailing sgrewe@stpatselkhorn.org & kmoritz@stpatselkhorn.org  or by calling the school office at 289-5407. Please make this call or email by 8:30am.

WILL YOUR CHILD BE READY FOR THE COLD WINTER? – The cold weather is here to stay for awhile.  The students at St. Patrick’s generally go outside for recess and PE Class as long as it is above 20 degrees.  Please be certain your child is dressed for this.  A winter coat, gloves/mittens, a hat and possibly a scarf is recommended for their warmth.  Often time’s students need a sweatshirt or sweater for extra warmth while in the classroom.  Our policy at St. Patrick’s is that in this case, they still must be in school uniform.  Each child should have a school sweater as part of their uniform, or you may purchase a school sweatshirt at Midwest Impressions, both of those articles can me worn in the classroom.  As far as keeping legs warm (i.e. girls wearing skirts/skorts).  Navy and white tights may be worn.  Leggings or sweatpants may be put on prior to going outside for recess /PE, but must be taken off once inside the classroom. If you have questions about this policy, the Family Handbook can be found on the school website.  Please see that your child/children have these cold weather necessities! 

HOME AND SCHOOL MEETING - is canceled for the month of December.

ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL? – Meet the 2008-2009 St. Patrick’s Football Coach, Mike Robinson, on Monday, December 17th, from 6:30 to 7:30pm in the Math/Science classroom, located on the lower level in the school.  This is open to all current 6th and 7th grade boys and their parents in St. Patrick’s Parish as well as anyone who would like to learn more about the start up this sport. These boys will participate in the Parochial Athletic League (PAL) next fall when they are in 7th and 8th grade. We hope this will become a long standing tradition at St. Patrick’s.

LOCKS OF LOVE -   is coming soon!  We are asking for girls who wish to donate 10 inches or more of their hair to participate in this wonderful cause. This year we will be holding this great event on January 23rd.  If interested please call Denise Kimnach at 496-1210. 

SCRIP TIPS OF THE WEEK - Attention all Wal-Mart shoppers!!  It’s back!  Wal-Mart/Sam’s Club will again be participating in the Great Lakes SCRIP Program – Gift cards will be available in $25 & $100 increments with a 2% discount!  We will carry Wal-Mart/Sam’s Club cards on-hand in the SCRIP box!  (Unfortunately, it is not listed on your HO HO HO flyer or order form – Simply write it on the order form – Wal-Mart/Sam’s Club just became available last Friday!!) Don’t forget to turn in your HO HO HO SCRIP order forms no later than Friday, December 14th!  If our sales goal of $20,000 is met, the kids receive a DRESS DOWN DAY on Friday, January 18th!  They love those casual Fridays!  Any questions about ordering SCRIP, please contact Jane Chapman @ 553-6131 or KCCJDC@cox.net.

COME & SHOW YOUR ST. PATRICK’S PRIDE - St. Patrick’s plays all home basketball games at Mt. Michael High School.  Our school plays in the PAL (Parochial Athletic League).  We play other Catholic schools in the area.  This league supports teams in grades 5th-8th.  We have our first home games on Saturday, December 1.  Come and show your school spirit by cheering on our teams!  You can find complete schedules posted on the school web page under Athletics.

6th grade girls play at 9:00 a.m. vs. St. Robert’s

5th grade boys play at 10:15 vs. St. Wenceslaus

8th grade girls play at 11:30 vs. Holy Cross

8th grade boys play at 12:45 vs. Trinity Christian

ATHLETIC REGISTRATIONS NOW ONLINE - We are currently registering for the following sports:

YMCA Basketball (Winter Session) Late charges will begin on Dec. 10th, 2007

CYSL Soccer (Spring 2008) Late charges will begin on Dec. 10th, 2007

Micro Soccer (Spring 2008) Late charges will begin on Feb. 15th, 2008

T-Ball (Spring 2008) Late changes will begin on Feb. 15th

Avoid the late charges and sign up now! You will be able access the online registration from the St. Patrick’s Athletic Page via the following link: http://stpatselkhorn.org/athletics/Athleticsindex.cfm

If you have any questions regarding online registration, please contact Lynette Davis (402)496-0764

YOUTH MINISTRY NEWS - Middle School SPY MOVIE Night – Watch the movie Elf on the big screen TV next Sunday, Dec. 2nd from 6-8 pm in the Youth Room.  Pizza will be available for those attending the Vigil of Hope, Called to Love candlelight vigil directly before the SPY Night.  

WOMEN’S CLUB – St. Patrick’s Women’s Club is hosting their annual cookie/catalog sale the weekend of December 1st and 2nd.  We are in need of cookies for the sale. If you would like to bake 2-4 dozen cookies and deliver them Saturday December 1st between 2 and 4 pm, please contact Kerry Benes at 289-4107. We are also looking for parishioners with at home businesses who would like to participate. Please contact Nancy Ovenden if you would like to participate. Nancy’s number is 498-8877.

TASTE THANKS YOU - To everyone who helped with and attended the 3rd annual St. Patrick's TASTE and TASTE Reserve, your participation helped make it a smashing success and our largest wine tasting to date!

Thank you also to the following generous businesses:

E & J Gallo Winery

The Ridge

Baker's

Bella Vita

Boyd & Charlie's BBQ

Corkscrew Wine & Cheese

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company

Hiro

Hy-Vee

Jobber's Canyon

Lazlo's Brewery & Grill

Lisa Garrett & Naina Schneckenberger

Outpost Grille & Steakhouse

P.F. Chang's

Phoenix Food & Spirits/Fresh Catering & More

Tastefully Simple by Laurie Webb

Please support them and mention you saw them at TASTE!

ST. PATRICK.’S FIELD OF DREAMS DINNER/AUCTION – Do you want to make a donation to the Field of Dreams auction but not sure what to give?  The committee is still accepting underwriting donations which are used to buy the exciting oral auction items each year.  We already have some fabulous packages including a 4 bedroom condo in Puerto Vallarta and a family trip to Disneyworld! If you'd like to make a donation, please contact Deb Gustafson at debragustafson@hotmail.com or 491-3820 or John Dunn at jdunn@stpatselkhorn.org or 289-1890.

PARISH NEWS – Vigil of Hope, Called to Love – Stand in solidarity against the violence plaguing the Omaha community which affects us all.  Sacred Heart Church invites all worship communities to come together in circles, in silence, by candlelight to promote peace and unity.  Gather outside St. Pat’s Church for the Vigil of Hope, Called to Love candlelight vigil on Sunday, Dec. 2nd from 4:30 – 5:30 pm.  Bring your families, friends and neighbors to be symbols of hope and witnesses to love and peace.  Live reflective music on Star 104.5 throughout the vigil.  Believe in the power of prayer to effect change within ourselves and within our community.

Principal's Notes Deadline

Please submit all items/information in final form for Principal's Notes

by Tuesday, 8:00am to the school or email to:

ridderd@stpatselkhorn.org or kmoritz@stpatselkhorn.org

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