Dear SPC Families,

The Tiger Fun Run has arrived, and we are well on our way to meeting the goal. Thank you to everyone who has registered and collected pledges! The students are already earning the crazy socks and silly hat prizes and have their eyes on winning the bigger grade-level incentives! Thank you in advance for your participation and support!

Go to https://pledgestar.com/stpaulofthecross/ and click “Not Registered For This Year’s Event.”
Thank you for supporting St. Paul of the Cross School’s Tiger Fun Run 2023!

Fun Run Schedule – Friday, September 22:

• Multi-Age Early Childhood: 8:30–8:55 am
• Kindergarten: 9:10-9:35 am
• 1st Grade: 9:40-10:05 am
•  2nd Grade: 10:10-10:35 am
•  3rd Grade: 10:40-11:05 am
•  4th Grade: 11:10–11:35 am
• LUNCH: 11:40 am -12:20 pm
• 5th Grade: 12:20–12:45 pm
• 6th Grade: 12:50–1:15 pm
• 7th Grade: 1:20–1:45 pm
• 8th Grade: 1:50–2:15 pm

Jewelry in Gym Class

• There should be no form of jewelry worn in gym class. Students are getting scratched, losing their earrings, losing their backs to earrings, breaking necklaces, and so on.
• Students who have recent ear piercings may need to put small bandaids over the earrings if they can’t be removed. Teachers will not be removing earrings. We understand that new piercings cannot be removed.
• This is a safety issue. Please do not wear jewelry (earrings, necklaces, bracelets, watches, etc.) on PE days. 
• Children are not allowed to wear jewelry during interscholastic competitions for safety reasons. 
• If students come to class wearing jewelry, they will be told to remove it and put it in their backpacks. There can be no exceptions. 
• Thank you for understanding the safety factor in this.

Save the Dates

Friday, October 6th -No School Professional Development Day

October 19th- Noon Dismissal NO EDP Parent Teacher Conferences (in person)

October 20th- No School Zoom Parent-Teacher Conferences

Friday, October 27th SPC Annual Fun Fair

Friday, October 27th, 7th and 8th Grade Halloween Dance!

Friday, November 3- Endowment Trivia Night!

May 8, 2024, 6 & 7th graders go to Springfield (this is an all-day field trip; leave at 6:30 am and return at 9:00 pm)

Family Masses are Back! Save the Dates

Once a month, in collaboration with Religious Education, we will host grade-level family Masses at 10:30 am in the Holy Family Chapel! Our students will assist with reading. I hope you join us in prayer and community!

• September 10th – 5th grade
• October 8th – 7th grade
• November 12th – 4th grade
• December 10th – 6th grade
• January 14th – 8th grade
• February 11th – 2nd grade
• March 10th – Kindergarten
• April 14th – 3rd grade
• May 12th – 1st grade  
  
  

Fall Clubs 2023 Registration Information

Please click the attachment below to view the club options and the registration link. Registration opens on Friday, September 8th at 9:00 am and closes on September 15th at midnight.

Fall Club Descriptions 2023.pdf 

Save the Date: Mandatory Parent/Child Digital Citizenship Workshop! 

WHO: 5th and 6th Grade Students and Parents

WHEN:NOVEMBER 16th, 6:30–7:30 pm.

WHERE: TBA

Liz Repking will return to SPC this fall to hold digital citizenship courses for 5th and 6th grades. This year, instead of having a parent-only workshop, we are holding a joint parent-student meeting to enhance the conversation about cyber safety and digital citizenship. 

Peace,
Dr. Erika Mickelburgh

 
Keep it going strong, SPC students! We are thrilled to see the all of the pledges climbing! 
Thank you to all of our sponsors and donors!

From the SPC Home & School Association 

More SPC Updates and Happenings

SPC 2023-24 Yearbook Pre-order and Save!
With all the back-to-school chaos still whirling around, you may have yet to hear...It's an early bird sale on St. Paul of the Cross, IL yearbooks!
Take 10% OFF the best moments of the school year!
We'll even package them up in a beautifully bound yearbook and deliver it.
Go ahead. Check it off your to-do list.
Click here to download the information and order form.

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

AOW Fall Social & Update - Tuesday, Sept. 19, at the Harp & Fiddle   

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

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The PEACE Program for HSPT Catholic School Entrance Exam Test Preparation Beginning September 23rd
Please click here for the details and registration information.

Edison Park 2023/2024 Youth Basketball 
Please click here for the all of the details and registration information. 

Dear SPC Families, 

I hope to see you all at our annual Parent Mixer tomorrow for a great evening of school spirit, beverages, and music! Thank you to Mrs Waldeck and the Welcome Committee for hosting the evening. We are excited to welcome back the Chancey Brothers for some live entertainment!

Congratulations to the Student Council on a successful Dilly Bar Sale! We have just sent an $800 donation to Catholic Charities Maui to help in the relief efforts!  

Please Do Not Park in FM Global
This week, I received a visit from the manager of the FM Global building, who oversees the parking lot across the street on Washington. The safety of our students is a great concern. Since Illinois Bone and Joint has moved into the building, there has been considerably more traffic and parking. Our students have been seen, at pick-up, running between cars. Parking is not allowed in that lot. If you park there, you risk getting towed. Please follow the rules and be good neighbors. 

Safe Zone After School
Please be mindful of the safety within the Safe Zone after school. I know the weather is beautiful, but we need to ensure everyone is safe; please ensure your child is supervised if they are playing after school. Large games of football and soccer should not be played. 

Family Masses are Back! Save the Dates
Once a month, in collaboration with Religious Education, we will host grade-level family Masses at 10:30 a.m. in the Holy Family Chapel! Our students will assist with reading. I hope you join us in prayer and community!

• September 10th –  5th grade
• October 8th – 7th grade
• November 12th –  4th grade
• December 10th –  6th grade
• January 14th – 8th grade
• February 11th – 2nd grade
• March 10th – Kindergarten
• April 14th – 3rd grade
• May 12th – 1st grade  

Fall Clubs 2023 Registration Information
Please click on the attachment below to view the club options and the registration link. Registration opens on Friday, September 8th at 9:00 a.m. and closes on September 15th at midnight.

Fall Club Descriptions 2023.pdf 

Fun Run September 22, 2023!
Our 2023 Tiger Fun Run is on Friday, September 22nd, and this year's theme is "Fun Run Goes to the Beach!" Surfboards, beach balls, and palm trees will help transform our Big Lot on the Big Day! (Schedule below.) We ask parents to register their student(s) before the official Fun Run Kickoff on Wednesday, September 13th.

Go to https://pledgestar.com/stpaulofthecross/ and click "Not Registered For This Year's Event".

Thank you to everyone who has signed up for one of our sponsorships! As I mentioned in my newsletter last week, this fundraiser is allocated for general operating funds in our budget and helps to fund valuable programs, activities, and school improvements.

We hope you can join us on September 22nd to cheer on your student. Please see below for the schedule and website sponsorship information.

Catholic High School Fair

All 7th and 8th grades will attend the high school fair on September 20th in the gym from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. If parents of 7th and 8th graders would like to attend, please feel free to join us!

Save the Date: Mandatory Parent/Child Digital Citizenship Workshop! 

WHO: 5th and 6th Grade Students and Parents

WHEN: NOVEMBER 16th, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

WHERE: TBA

Liz Repking will return to SPC this fall to hold digital citizenship courses for 5th and 6th grades. This year, instead of having a parent-only workshop, we are holding a joint parent-student meeting to enhance the conversation about cyber safety and digital citizenship. 

Peace,
Dr. Erika Mickelbugh

Our 2023 Tiger Fun Run is on Friday, September 22nd, and this year's theme is "Fun Run Goes to the Beach!" Surfboards, beach balls, and palm trees will help transform our Big Lot on the Big Day! (Schedule below.) We ask parents to register their student(s) before the official Fun Run Kickoff on Wednesday, September 13th.

Go tohttps://pledgestar.com/stpaulofthecross/ and click "Not Registered For This Year's Event".

Thank you for supporting St. Paul of the Cross School's Tiger Fun Run 2023!

There's also still time to become a Fun Run Website Sponsor! See below for information and the link. 

Renee Tarasievich
SPC Tiger Fun Run Chair  

Fun Run Schedule – Friday, September 22:

• Multi-Age Early Childhood: 8:30-8:55 am
• Kindergarten: 9:10-9:35 am
• 1st Grade: 9:40-10:05 am
•  2nd Grade: 10:10-10:35 am
•  3rd Grade: 10:40-11:05 am
•  4th Grade: 11:10-11:35 am
•  LUNCH: 11:40 am -12:20 pm
• 5th Grade: 12:20-12:45 pm
• 6th Grade: 12:50-1:15 pm
• 7th Grade: 1:20-1:45 pm
• 8th Grade: 1:50-2:15 pm

From the SPC Home & School Association 

LAST CALL FOR OUT-OF-UNIFORM PASSES AND THE FACULTY BIRTHDAY AND LUNCHEON FUND!!!

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.

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

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

RCIA Inquiry on Sunday, September 10th at 10:00 am
Are you, or do you know someone who is not Catholic and is interested in exploring the Catholic faith? Or are you an adult Catholic who has not yet completed receiving the Sacraments? We invite you to consider joining the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) program to help you prepare to receive the Sacraments and learn more about Catholicism in an open and welcoming environment.

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

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The PEACE Program for HSPT Catholic School Entrance Exam Test Preparation Beginning September 23rd
Please click here for the details and registration information.

Edison Park 2023/2024 Youth Basketball 
Please click here for the all of the details and registration information. 

Dear SPC Families,

We are excited to welcome you to Back to School Night this evening! The teachers are excited to share their plans for the year! This week, we held our Back to School Mass led by the student council; it was wonderful to be back in church with the children actively participating and singing! The school year is off to a great start.

Thank you for adhering to the drop-off procedures! Things are running much smoother in the morning. Please remember that there is no left turn out of the lot onto Washington for the UGC drop-off and pick-up. Please follow the signs!

Fun Run 2023
In the next few weeks, we will send home information about the Fun Run, scheduled for September 22nd! Thank you to everyone who has signed up for one of our sponsorships! Our t-shirt sponsorships sold out and the shirts are getting ready for print! This fundraiser is allocated for general operating funds in our budget and helps to fund valuable programs, activities, and school improvements. Stay tuned for more information, and we hope you can join us on September 22nd to cheer on your student. We will send home the specific grade-level schedule soon. Please see below for information on the sponsorships.

Parent Mixer Friday, September 8th

I hope to see you all at the annual Parent Mixer next Friday night. It is a fun evening of music, beverages, and community. At the moment, the weather looks perfect for an evening in the safe zone! Please RSVP to let us know if you will be attending. 

CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL FAIR

All 7th and 8th grades will attend the high school fair on September 20th in the gym from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. If parents of 7th and 8th graders would like to attend, please feel free to join us!

SAVE THE DATE: MANDATORY PARENT/CHILD DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP WORKSHOP!  

WHO: 5th and 6th Grade Students and Parents

WHEN: NOVEMBER 16th, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

WHERE: TBA

Liz Repking will return to SPC this fall to hold digital citizenship courses for 5th and 6th grades. This year, instead of having a parent-only workshop, we are holding a joint parent-student meeting to enhance the conversation about cyber safety and digital citizenship. 

BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT TONIGHT!

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.

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! Thank you to our T-Shirt sponsors; the shirts are getting ready for printing! And a very big thanks to everyone who has been signing up for the banner and website sponsorships! Just a reminder that the banner sponsorship deadline is on Tuesday, September 5th. 

Sponsorship Opportunities

$1,000 T-Shirt Sponsorship – Only 12 Available SOLD OUT!

• 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 the banner or website 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

Please RSVP by September 6th.

From the SPC Home & School Association 

LAST CALL!  The Home and School Association FACTS Form for Out-of-Uniform Passes and Teacher Appreciation Luncheons will close tomorrow, Friday, September 1st at 5:00 pm.   

We are asking each family to complete this form - one per student enrolled at SPC - before 5:00 pm on Friday, September 1st.

On this form, you will be able to:

• Donate to support our monthly teacher/ faculty luncheon and birthday celebrations. ***This is a new process!  We are no longer collecting money each month for specific grade levels!***
• Purchase an out-of-uniform pass (grades K-8).

Within the form is more information about how the funds are utilized to support HSA programming.  We have also provided historical information related to donations on a per-child basis (where applicable). 

We are looking forward to a great year and thank you in advance for your continued support!  

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.

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

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

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

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The PEACE Program for HSPT Catholic School Entrance Exam Test Preparation Beginning September 23rd
Please click here for the details and registration information.

Edison Park 2023/2024 Youth Basketball 
Please click here for the all of the details and registration information. 

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.!

CLICK HERE TO ORDER MILK

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

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

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The PEACE Program for HSPT Catholic School Entrance Exam Test Preparation Beginning September 23rd
Please click here for the details and registration information.