Newsletter

ST. MARY’S NEWSLETTER FOR SEPTEMBER 30, 2020
 
NEW NEWS THIS WEEK:

MORNING DROP OFF - When using the drop-off lane in the main parking lot, please be mindful of those in our St. Mary’s family that are also on their way to work in the morning. If your child is younger and needs assistance getting out of the car, we ask that you please park and assist your child. Please use a parking space or the Bus Lane in front of Door 2 so that your child does not have to cross the street or the main exit.  Also, keep in mind that any time you exit the main lot, it is RIGHT TURN ONLY.  We have the safety your children in mind!

AFTER CARE - Please send a snack with your child each day.  Drinks are provided.  

HOME AND SCHOOL - The Home and School Association is looking for a volunteer to be the 8th Grade Room Parent this year. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Julie Penne, 815-535-6105


BOXTOPS - There will be a Clip & Scan paper coming home today. For anyone who still has the cut and trimmed the Boxtop, please attach them to the paper. There are also step-by-step instructions on getting yourself registered online for the SCAN program.  Watch the video that Mrs. Selmi sent out. It was created by her children, their grandma, and great grandma!!

NO SCHOOL - Friday, October 9th for Teacher’s Institute.

NO SCHOOL - Monday, October 12th in observance of Columbus Day.

PICTURE RETAKES - will be Friday, October 16th. If you wish to have your child’s picture retaken, please send the entire package you received back to school with them on that day. They will replace the exact package that you ordered. If you missed picture day, please stop in the office for an order envelope.

TRUNK OR TREAT CANCELLED – Due to additional mitigation measures and COVID19 guidelines from the Diocese of Rockford, St. Mary’s School will be unable to host Trunk or Treat this year.  We look forward to next year’s event!


OLD NEWS:

CALENDAR CHANGES -
OCTOBER:
a) Fruit Sale - ordering will be done online this year. The website will be launched October 16th. Watch for                                                                                                 more information from the Fruit Sale Team!!
b) Stock the Pantries - has been canceled.

NOVEMBER:
a) November 5th - 11:15 Dismissal with Conferences held from 12:30pm - 7:00pm
b) November 6th - No Student Attendance. Conference times available from 8:00am-12:00pm.