Week in Review:
Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
It has been another great week here at school. Not only did we finish out the first grading quarter, but we saw lots of fun and engaging activities taking place at school. At our school Mass, we had the pleasure to recognize our school’s Christian Leaders. These students were recognized for being shining examples of our Schoolwide Learning Expectations (SLEs): Learner, Friend, Disciple, Steward. Teachers shared stories of how these students were excellent examples of what it means to be a part of this amazing community. We also celebrated many of our students with our school’s quarterly birthday party. On Friday, we were treated to see many of our students sharing in their celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month by seeing their informative and interesting presentations about famous Latino and Hispanic individuals as well as presentations on the various Hispanic and Latin countries.
In this week ahead, we start a new quarter filled with lots of new opportunities to learn and grow as learners, friends, disciples, and stewards. Let us all seize these opportunities to better ourselves and help those around us grow and improve in our lives. Let us all ask for the intercession of the saints and our Blessed Mother to help us in the days and weeks ahead. The power of prayer is real and brings us closer to our Lord each day. Enjoy your weekend with family and friends, and I will see you at Prayer Square.
See you all at Prayer Square!
Need to Know:
- 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:
- 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 get in touch with the school. - 4:00 pm Sunday Family Mass:
The 4:00 pm Sunday Family Mass has been a successful addition to the Parish Mass lineup and will become a permanent fixture at St. Mary’s. All are welcome, and we hope that lots of families will find this Mass a welcoming and calm environment to worship together with their children.
PTO Corner:
- 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! - Fall Festival (Trunk or Treat) – Sunday, October 30:
PTO will be hosting this fun event with Trunk-or-Treating, fun games, and prizes! Volunteers sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/ 9040E4CA4A728AAF58-fall - Next PTO meeting:
DATE CHANGE: The next PTO meeting will be this Monday, October 17th at 6:30. Join via zoom using this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85296623131
Important Dates (Right around the Corner):
- Oct. 17-21 MOSS Camp
- Oct. 19 School Mass (Time)
Important Dates (On the Horizon):
- Oct. 26 School Mass (Food)
- Oct. 27-28 Parent-Teacher Conferences (Information Coming Soon)
- Oct. 30 Fall Festival (Parking Lot, Skoro Field, and 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:
- When presenting his project about Nicaragua, a 5th-grade boy told Mr. Olmes, “Nicaragua is home to the only freshwater sharks!” Wow, it is so cool that our students are learning so much about our world!
