Dear SPC Families,
Happy Easter! I pray you all had a wonderful Easter. This week we had many Easter egg hunts and an Alleluia parade. We often forget that Easter lasts 50 days, so let us continue to celebrate the joy of the Risen Christ!
In the next 6 weeks of school, we are filling the days with many activities we have missed in the past 2 years...hold onto your hats. We have some field trips, VIP day, May Crowning, book fair, Daddy Daughter Dances, Mother Son Activities, and SPC Olympics, not to mention the events that celebrate our SPC Class of 2022. SPC is back in full swing!
Welcome Mr. Barry Garrett-New Director of Technology
Over Easter break, Mr. Joe Agostinelli left SPC for a different position. We welcome Mr. Garrett as our new Director of Technology. He comes to SPC as a parent of an SPC alum and many years in the corporate IT world. Welcome, Mr. Garrett! He can be reached at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The Goose in Front of the EGC
To add to the flurry of activity, we have a goose that seems to like to hang out in front of the EGC; I have named the goose "Tiger" since she has become a regular fixture on campus. We think that she has a nest somewhere. To be safe, please make sure the children do not approach Tiger, especially if she has a nest around.
May Crowning May 18th
All students in grades 1-8 will attend May Crowning Mass at 1:30. Due to space considerations, only 2 guests of 2nd and 8th grade (2 only) are allowed to attend.
Congratulations to the May Crowning Court!
Ben Bjornson
John Romano
Campbell Foster
Jeff Arnold
Liam Haran
Estella Gemoets
Giovanna Sanfratello
Mary Farragher
Gianna Perrone
Caroline Sullivan
VIP Day! (Very Important Person Day) May 6, 2022
We look forward to hosting VIP day on May 6th! Please note this is not Grandparents Day; students may choose any special person to come and share an activity together. For students inviting their grandparents, please inform them that this year's format is completely different than in years past. Please note the following:
- Each student will be able to bring 1 VIP to school.
- VIPs will report to the classrooms at the assigned time for some refreshment and activity. The activities will only last about an hour.
- It will be a full day of school; students will return to class after the VIP activities.
- Unfortunately, the 2nd floor of the EGC is not handicap accessible. This impacts K-2nd grade.
Final Schedule:
8:15-9:00 Early Childhood Classroom Activity (preschool, PreK, Multiage, Kindergarten)
9:10-10:10 1st, 2nd in classrooms
10:20-11:20 3rd-4th and 5th in Gym for Bingo
11:30-12:20 Trivia 6th -8th Grade
TO RSVP FOR GRADES PRESCHOOL through 2nd Grade, CLICK HERE
TO RSVP FOR GRADES 3-8, CLICK HERE
Uniforms for the 22-23 School Year:
Please click here for all details on the new uniform provider.
Calendars for the 22-23 School Year:
Google Calendar
COVID Dashboard April 28, 2022
Peace,
Dr. Erika Mickelburgh
Altar Serving Information from Mike Marrese
I am a long time parishioner of St. Paul of the Cross and have volunteered to assist Father Nick with the Altar Server Program.
If your son and/or daughter wishes to participate in this ministry, we ask that the attached application be filled out and returned to the rectory (parish office) ASAP. You can also scan and email me the completed application. Please make sure that the field pertaining to agreeing to the training is checked.
You can expect your son or daughter to serve starting this summer every month or two (this depends on the number of total servers we have). Also, your son or daughter will rotate through the entire mass schedule. For example, if your son or daughter is scheduled to serve at 7:30 am, the next time they are assigned, they will serve at 9:00 am, the next time after that at 10:30 am, etc.
I make the schedule and will assist you with any requests to switch a date or a need for a substitute.
We have two (2) days of training that your son or daughter must attend. They are Monday, 5/16, 3:00-4:00pm and Monday, 5/23, 3:00-4:00pm. Both days are in the St. Paul of the Cross Church.
Should you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me by email or cell. Thank you so much for your cooperation.
God Bless,
Mike Marrese
Cell: 847-489-9752
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SPC ALTAR SERVER APPLICATION 04.28.22 (1).docx
Mother Son Outings
Register today for the 2022 Mother and Son outings! Bowling for Preschool - 5th Grade; and Play & Spin Laser Tag for 6th - 8th graders!
Register By Clicking Here 
Spring Pop Up for 3rd Graders Wednesday, May 4th!
Join us for a spring art pop-up for 3rd graders! Registration is required to attend.
Click here to download the flyer.
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SPC Art Show Grades 1-8 Sunday, May 22nd
Please click here to download the Art Show flyer.
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
Come join a week of fun as we Harvest the Fruit of the Spirit at St. Paul's Vacation Bible School!
From the Community
Run to Remember Saturday, May 7th
Come Run or Walk with us in honor of 595 fallen Chicago Police Officers in support of Chicago Police families in need!
Please click here for all of the details.
Fesl Volleyball Camp at SPC June 13-17, 2022
Visit the website here.
Click here to download the flyer.
From our High Schools
Please click here to download the flyer with more information.
Please click here for all of the Summer Camp information.