Week in Review:
Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Well, it looks like winter has come early and is bringing all sorts of wild weather with it. Even though it is cold, snowy, and icy here, our students have been loving life this week. It is amazing how some snow angels and snowmen can make students from PreK-8th grade smile and laugh. It is the simple joys of life that make daily life at our school even more wonderful. In addition, our school’s Book Fair has been such a fun event and has allowed students and their families to pick up some fresh new reading material. Thank you, Mrs. Sullivan and all the volunteers that made this event such a success!
As we close out this week, I want to take a minute to recognize all of the men and women who have been in our nation’s Armed Forces and have worn the uniform with honor and integrity. In particular, I want to recognize Fr. John Worster (U.S. Army) and Jason Anton (USMC) for their dedication to our country. Their excellence and discipline are regularly seen here at school and we greatly appreciate all that they do for our community. When you see them, be sure to say thank you!
As we look to the week ahead, we will be kicking off our Kindness Week this Sunday with Rake Up Boise. Please look for my email earlier this week and the info below on how you can participate in this event. In the school week ahead, our teachers will have lots of opportunities for students to learn about what kindness looks like and how they can show others sincere kindness. As a school, we will be kicking off our annual Penny Challenge. This year, we are trying to raise enough money to buy 10 Thanksgiving boxes through the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. That is $70 raised for each class. We ask that your child bring in their loose change (or bills) so that each class can raise $70 toward this goal and help 10 families in need. If we are able to raise enough for 10 boxes, there will be a school-wide reward.
Have a restful and relaxing weekend, and I hope to see you at Rake Up Boise. If not, we will see you at Prayer Square!
God Bless,
Brian Olmes
Need to Know:
- Rake up Boise this Sunday:
This Sunday at 1:00 pm, our community will be participating in Rake Up Boise. Our school has been a major presence in this outreach effort for years and has always had lots of support from our incredible families. This weekend, we once again have the opportunity to help families in need. If you are able to join us for this event, please fill out the Google form by clicking HERE. This will help the school know who plans to come so we can appropriately buy donuts and other goodies to fuel our bodies while we work. If you have any questions, please email our school’s Rake Up Boise liaison, Amaya Eiguren at ameiguren@stmarys-boise.org. - Save the Date for St. Mary’s Dinner and Auction:
On Saturday, February 4, 2023, St. Mary’s will be hosting its first Dinner and Auction since 2019! The St. Mary’s Dinner & Auction will be an evening of glamour and excitement. The gala includes a cocktail hour, dinner, dancing, music, and silent & live auctions! All funds raised benefit the students of St. Mary’s Catholic School. Please be sure to mark this date on your calendar and plan to join us for this amazing event. - We NEED your help:
Currently, the school would love to have volunteers to help with Morning Recess, Lunch, and Lunch Recess. If you are interested in helping with these, please contact the school. Remember, all families are required to give 25 volunteer hours per year. This is a fun and easy way to get those hours in.
Nice to Know:
- Trunk or Treat Video:
One of our amazing families made an awesome drone video about our recent Fall Festival/Trunk or Treat. Thank you so much for doing this Rebholtz family!!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9TJnWcWrsQ - School Lunches:
If you are interested in ordering lunch or milk for your child, please click HERE and follow the instructions. If you have questions, don’t hesitate to contact the school.
PTO Corner:
- Cafe Zupas Night next Wednesday:
Earn money for St. Mary’s by dining at Café Zupas on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 4 PM – 9 PM at the Boise Towne Square location. (600 N Milwaukee St, Boise, ID 83704) - Raise Right Fundraising Program:
This incredible eGift card program pays back directly to the school PTO. Invitations went out to families Thursday via email. Flyers are coming home in folders soon. Follow this LINK to sign-up or learn more. St. Mary’s enrollment code is N6KQVMCPNFV9. - Volunteer Opportunities:
There are lots of opportunities to help the PTO do their work, so please look for information coming from the PTO. Also, the school will be sending out information about how families can volunteer at the school and the training that needs to be completed to volunteer at school. Stay tuned! - Next PTO meeting:
The next meeting will be on Wednesday, November 16th at 6:30 pm. Join via Zoom using this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89104292120. - Upcoming Events:
Father/Daughter Dance – Jan 21; Link to Volunteer
Mother/Son Dodgeball – Jan 22: Link to Volunteer
Ball & Auction – Feb 4: Link to Volunteer
Spring Soccer Tournament – April 15-16: Link to Volunteer
Spring Art Show – May 7: Link to Volunteer
Important Dates (Right around the Corner):
- Nov. 13 Rake Up Boise
- Nov. 14-18 Kindness Week
- Nov. 15 Early Release at NOON
- Nov. 16 School Mass (Time)
Important Dates (On the Horizon):
- Nov. 21-25 Thanksgiving Break (No School)
The complete School Calendar can be found on the Home Page or the Parents Quick Links Page. To have an event added to our School Calendar, email us at calendar@stmarys-boise.org.
Strategic Plan Updates
Click here to see the most recent updates on the Strategic Plan Projects, including the West Side Grounds Project, The Interior Project, and the Community Directory Project. We are currently looking for volunteers for these and other key initiatives. Whether you’re interested in helping lead a small project, or just have a few hours to help, please complete this quick form and we’ll contact you shortly about whatever you’re most interested in.
Wisdom from Our Young Scholars:
- From one of our 5th-grade students while playing in the snow on Wednesday afternoon, “I love when snow is in my hair. It looks so good!” Our students are so witty! HA!
