Dear SPC Families,
We are having a wonderful first week of school! Thankfully, the weather will change tonight, so we will be back to outside recess tomorrow! Thank you to Home and School for helping to plan our Ice Cream Social after Mass on Sunday.
I look forward to seeing you all next Thursday for Back to School Night; please see below for the complete schedule.
Morning Drop-off Procedures – PLEASE TAKE NOTE
I know it takes some time to get back into the swing of morning routines, but we need to make sure that we are following the drop-off procedures:
Drop-off Locations – Please use the Kiss-and-Go Line that makes the most sense for your family. Adults using any of the four Kiss-and-Go Lines MUST remain in their cars.
PLEASE DO NOT PARK AND LEAVE YOUR CAR IN ANY KISS-AND-GO LINE. Parents are parking on Summit and walking their children to the EGC, causing problems on the Summitt drop-off.
KISS AND GO LINES
- Ridge Terrace – Drop off for UGC and older EGC siblings
- Tiger Parking Lot – There, you will drop off near the alley doors of the UGC
- Main Parking Lot – Primary drop off for UGC students
- Summit – You may use Summit to drop off. DO NOT MAKE A U-TURN on SUMMIT.DO NOT DROP YOUR CHILD OFF ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF THE STREET AND ASK THEM TO CROSS OVER. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Parking Options – If you are walking your preschool or Kindergarten student to the door, you may park in the Tiger Lot or the Main Parking Lot. All other grades are STRONGLY encouraged to use the three kiss-and-go options. Please do not park at the Ryan Parke Funeral Home at any time, and please do not park along the west side of Ridge Terrace.
iPad Agreements
All students in Grades K-8 must complete this agreement in order to receive their iPads. Please click here to read and sign the agreement.
SPC Milk Order 23-24 School Year–LAST DAY TO ORDER MILK IS 8/30 by 9:00 a.m.!
It is time to order your milk for the school year. All students (PS-8th) will have the option to receive milk. Preschool will receive milk at snack time and only has the option for 2% milk. Kindergarten will have the option to receive milk for both snack and/or lunch.
The milk options are:
- Chocolate (Kindergarten-8th)
- Skim (Kindergarten-8th)
- 2% (Preschool-8th) Preschool students will only receive 2% milk
Please complete one form per child (i.e., if you have two children who wish to receive milk, you must complete this form twice) by Wednesday, August 30th at 9:00 a.m. Milk will begin on Tuesday, September 5th.
BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Please read the schedule carefully. It would be advisable to map out your schedule based on your child’s teachers. Please note:
A reminder that Back to School Night is a child-free event.
Please note when we will have classroom presentations to allow families with multiple children to attend Back to School Night.
- Grades Preschool-3 will have sessions from 6:00-7:20. Please enter through door D5 on Ridge Terrace or door B1 for 3rd grade.
- Grades 4-8 from 7:00–8:30 p.m. (Please enter through door B1)
Administration Presentations:
Looking Forward to a Great School Year – Dr. Mickelburgh
5:30-5:55 GYM
7:10-7:35 GYM
How to Help My (4th-8th) Child With the iPad
6:00-6:30 GYM
6:35-7:00 GYM
1st- 3rd Grade Schedule (plus early childhood curriculum showcase)
You may choose which session to attend based on your availability. All sessions will be the same.
- 6:00-6:20 Session 1 Preschool through Grade 3
- 6: 25-6:45 Session 2 Preschool through Grade 3
- 6:50-7:20 Session 3 Preschool through Grade 3
4th - 8th Grade Schedule
7:00–8:30 p.m.
- The teachers will be holding brief presentations on the curriculum map and classroom expectations.
- You do not have to follow your child’s bell schedule, as the schedule does not correlate with the schedule below. Based on your child’s teachers, you will decide where and when you go. Given that our curriculum is consistent from class to class, you only need to visit the teacher and subject.
6th – 8th Grade schedule
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
- The teachers will be holding brief presentations on the curriculum map and classroom expectations.
- You do not have to follow your child’s bell schedule as the schedule does not correlate with the schedule below.
Fun Run September 22, 2023
Please see details below on T-shirt, banner, and website sponsorships!
Annual Notification Letter Concerning Asbestos Content & Management Plan
Peace,
Dr. Erika Mickelburgh
Fun Run 2023 Sponsorhip Opportunities!
We are excited for our SPC Tiger Fun Run this year; mark your calendars for Friday, September 22nd!
The SPC Tiger Fun Run is a ten-day, all-school program that will kick off on Wednesday, September 13th. Students will then gather pledges for running in the Tiger Fun Run on Friday, September 22nd. Our goal is to raise $150,000 this year, and we need your help!
Sponsorship Opportunities
$1,000 T-Shirt Sponsorship – Only 12 Available Deadline August 29th
- Name or Logo on 830 Tiger Fun Run 2023 T-shirts that go to all SPC students and faculty.
- Name or Logo on both Fun Run Banners September 13th - October 2nd - One in front of the school on Northwest Highway, and one by the main SPC parking lot.
- Name or Logo on the Tiger Fun Run webpage – Your logo will link to your business website.
$500 Banner Sponsorship – Deadline September 5th
- Name or Logo on both Fun Run Banners September 13th - October 2nd - One in front of the school on Northwest Highway, and one by the main SPC parking lot.
- Name or Logo on the Tiger Fun Run webpage – Your logo will link to your business website.
$250 Fun Run Website Sponsorship
- Name or Logo on the Tiger Fun Run webpage – Your logo will link to your business website.
All students will participate and gather pledges through their own personalized pledge pages.
To sign up and pay for one of our sponsorship packages, please click here.
Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions.
Thank you,
Renee Tarasievich
SPC Tiger Fun Run Chair
From the SPC Home & School Association
On behalf of the Home and School Association, we are excited to begin another year with the SPC Community. You will find all of our meeting dates on the school calendar, and we have included them here for your reference. We have added evening dates to accommodate working parents and scheduling issues. Similar to last year, each meeting will have a virtual option where we will share the link the day prior.
2023:
Tuesday--September 19 --8PM --Duffin Hall
Thursday,--November 9-- 8 AM - Duffin Hall
2024
Tuesday, January 23--8PM--Duffin Hall
Friday--March 15--8 AM -- Duffin Hall
Tuesday, April 23--8PM--Duffin Hall
At the first meeting on September 19th, we will review all Home and School Association committees. We are searching for several new chair positions, committee members, and, most importantly- new board members to lead the organization in the future. If you want to learn more before the meeting on the 19th, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. We would LOVE for as many families to be involved with the association in leadership roles as possible this school year!
This week, we emailed a FACTS form for you to select your child’s shirt size for some of our upcoming events (like the SPC Olympics!), purchase out-of-uniform passes, and contribute to faculty monthly lunches in one form. Whether participating in the lunches or out-of-uniform passes, you must fill out one form for each child. Our first out-of-uniform day is 9/15, so purchase your passes soon! All future out-of-uniform dates are on the school calendar.
As noted in the email, we will not be collecting cash or PayPal / Zelle payments for teacher luncheons this year. The luncheons are hosted monthly as a special treat for the faculty members from places like Nono Pinno’s, Holts, and several other local vendors. The average amount donated per child to these lunches is $20.
Room parent announcements will be coming out shortly. We’ve had a record number of sign-ups this year, so if you are not chosen- do not fear- we have many opportunities to volunteer inside the classrooms, on field trips, and in many more activities. We also still have open slots for several teachers for lunch coverage. If you are interested in volunteering, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
We will share updates each month in the Thursday Mailing. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at any time at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
More SPC Updates and Happenings
Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts at St. Paul of the Cross
Attention Boys in Grades 1-8
Kick-off Meeting is Thursday, September 11, 2023 at 7 pm in Duffin Hall
Please see this flyer for the details.
Join the Kindergarten Daisy Troop 47784!
We are getting Troop 47784 started and looking forward to many adventures this year. Leonna Mote, Eileen Finlay and Kelly Moran will be hosting a Welcome Session for Kindergarten girl parents via Zoom on Wednesday, August 30th at 7-7:30pm. We will fill you in on all you need to know about the troop, becoming a girl scout and answer any questions.
Add to your Google Calendar or join the Zoom meeting through this link.
Any questions, please contact one of the leaders.
Leonna Mote, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Eileen Finlay, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Kelly Moran, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Fall After School Activities at SPC
Smiling Strings Violin Fall Lessons Grades K-6 Beginning September 12th
Smiling Strings Acoustic/Classical Guitar Lessons Grades 3-6 Beginning September 12th
Chess Ed
Registration for the Fall Session of the after-school chess program is underway and begins September 12th!
The 10-week program takes place on Tuesdays from 2-3 pm and runs from 9/12/23 to 11/28/23.
The chess program is taught by Chess-Ed instructors and is open to students in 1st - 8th grade and students of all chess abilities. Professional instruction will include the basics for beginning and novice players and build with opening theory, middle game planning, and end game combinations for continuing students. Playing chess improves memory, uses analytical and critical thinking skills, teaches problem solving, responsibility, sportsmanship, social skills and more! The benefits of chess last a lifetime!
To register, and for all the details, please go to https://www.eventbee.com/v/2023-2024stpaulofthecrosschess#/tickets. Chess-Ed is looking forward to seeing your CHESS ENTHUSIAST!
FROM THE PARISH
We have an active and vibrant parish and encourage everyone to read the weekly bulletins for Fr. James' weekly letter and stay informed about all upcoming events and programs.
Please click here for the latest bulletin.
Please click here for Fr. James' "The Daily" - Daily Mass Readings and Reflections
Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts at St. Paul of the Cross
Attention Boys in Grades 1-8
Kick-off Meeting is Thursday, September 11, 2023 at 7 pm in Duffin Hall
Please see this flyer for the details.
Annual Men's Club Golf Outing Friday, September 22, 2023!
Please click here for the details and sign-up information.
FROM THE COMMUNITY
From our Catholic High Schools
Other Community Events
Maine South Football
Elementary and Middle School Spectator guidelines for football games
The PEACE Program for HSPT Catholic School Entrance Exam Test Preparation Beginning September 23rd
Please click here for the details and registration information.