Principal's Newsletter May 6, 2022
Dear SCS School Families,
This week I am reminded of our need for community and fellowship. We are closing our weeklong celebration of our fabulous teachers (Teacher Appreciation Week). It is awe-inspiring to see all the work and sacrifice our teachers and staff have been shown. There are two beautiful sides to this “one coin” – reminding the teachers and staff that they are noticed and appreciated but also seeing the graces that come from showing others acts of mercy and kindness. Often when we are in need of help we find it difficult to ask for and accept the assistance we need. Most of us are quick to brush off compliments or offers of help in some way and will do anything in our power to avoid asking for help ourselves. However, it is important to remember that when others lend a helping hand or lift us up in prayer, there are numerous graces and blessings for the selfless gift of assistance shared with us. It is heartwarming to witness the genuine gratitude and joy displayed by the teachers and staff this week. But, it is just as heartwarming to see our school families come together so brilliantly to make this week special for the teachers and staff.
Thank you, each of you, for your generosity and time. We could not do what we do without YOU! To the teachers and staff of St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School – thank you for your commitment to Catholic education; thank you for working so hard to help shape and form the young minds in your care, both academically and spiritually. To the parents, grandparents, volunteers, and parish families who jump in, often with just a moment's notice, to help and support us so generously I offer a huge heartfelt thank you!
Each of us is unique and we each have our own skills and responsibilities but together we create a strong and faithful community. Witnessing that firsthand this week has been my honor, so again, thank you!
Sincerely In Christ,
Mrs. Cathy Schwarz
Principal
Thank you, each of you, for your generosity and time. We could not do what we do without YOU! To the teachers and staff of St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School – thank you for your commitment to Catholic education; thank you for working so hard to help shape and form the young minds in your care, both academically and spiritually. To the parents, grandparents, volunteers, and parish families who jump in, often with just a moment's notice, to help and support us so generously I offer a huge heartfelt thank you!
Each of us is unique and we each have our own skills and responsibilities but together we create a strong and faithful community. Witnessing that firsthand this week has been my honor, so again, thank you!
Sincerely In Christ,
Mrs. Cathy Schwarz
Principal
Teacher Appreciation Week
I'm sure it's not news to you but the St. Catherine of Siena Catholic School teachers and staff are simply amazing! They each work hard every day to help nourish the young minds in their care, and they love each and every student and family in our community. This week we have had the honor of reminding the teachers and staff of how much we appreciate all they do for the community. The outpouring of love and generosity that have been showered on us this week has been remarkable. Thank you! Thank you to our wonderful teachers and staff! Thank you to all of the amazing parents and volunteers who worked tirelessly this week to remind our staff that they are valued. Just thank you!
PTO
Our Nacho Ordinary PTO Meeting on Thursday was a hit! It was wonderful to see so many of our school families come together for the year end meeting! In case you missed the announcements shared at the meeting, here you go: some of the incoming funds will now be earmarked for school activities and special events. Also, we will be forming 2 new committees to help plan as we grow. While the tasks ahead of us are grand, it is exciting to be faced with these issues, and understand what that means for our school.
Part of the fundraising and monetary reserve received through the PTO will now be earmarked for school activities and special events. The hope is that these additional funds coming directly into the school will help offset some unexpected needs that arise.
1. Immediate Building/Facility Needs Committee – this committee will address the immediate needs of the school for up to three years. The responsibility of this committee will be to address how to add one class per grade until a new school is built. This school year, 2021-2022, a PreK 4, Kindergarten and 1st grade class was added to make a total of two classes per grade. For the 2022-2023 school year a second-grade class will need to be added, for the 2023-2024 school year a third-grade class will need to be added and so on until there are two classes per grade from PreK through eighth grade.
2. Building Committee for a New School – this committee will address fundraising and plans for a new school building on the current campus.
St. Catherine of Siena Feast Day
Last Friday, April 29, the entire school (and parish) community were in full celebration mode! The Feast of St. Catherine of Siena's feast day was full of faith, fun, and friends! We began in prayer as we joined the parish community for morning Mass. The rest of the day included an all-school assembly, pizza lunch, inflatable obstacle course, bubbles, outdoor games, Kona Ice, and the school art show. The students and staff all had a wonderful time.
Art Show
Wow!! I hope you all had an opportunity to visit our school Art Show! Mrs. Caloggero and all our students worked hard to produce many wonderful and impressive pieces to exhibit for the art show. Mrs. C worked hard to be sure the art pieces were displayed well. It sure was a hit! Thank you, Mrs. C and all SCS students! Great job!
Around Campus this Week
Mrs. James' first grade class enjoy recapping the day before leaving in the afternoon.
The winners of the St. Catherine of Siena Picture, Prayer, or Poem contest enjoyed lunch with Fr. Bill John and Mrs. Schwarz on Wednesday.
Mrs. Alig enjoys some time in the classroom.
6th Grade Ancient Greek Olympics.
Beautiful flowers for our Blessed Mother.
Hard at work as an author.
These kindergartners are learning all about coins.
The 6th grade students enjoyed the challenge various ancient Greek Olympic games!
Mrs. Kelleigh Russo
Physical Education
May 20
Mrs. Kathleen Bierly
Preschool
May 22
UPCOMING DATES
- Friday, May 6
- All School Mass 8:30 AM
- Confessions grades 5 & 6
- Saturday, May 7
- First Communion 10:30 AM
- Wednesday, May 11
- NO Delayed Arrival
- Field day! All students bring a lunch
- Early Release 1:30 PM
- Thursday, May 12
- Coupon Dress Down Day
- PreK 3 & 4 Moms-N-Muffins
- Friday, May 13
- All School Mass 8:30 AM
- May Crowning during Mass - All parents welcome!
- Confessions grades 3 & 8
- All School Mass 8:30 AM
- Tuesday, May 17
- 4th grade Famous North Carolinian Presentations
- Wednesday, May 18
- Delayed Arrival 9 AM
- Delayed Arrival 9 AM
- Thursday, May 19
- All School Dress Down Day
- Athletic Banquet 6:30 PM
- Friday, May 20
- 8th grade Busch Gardens Field Trip
- All School Mass 8:30 AM
- Confessions grades 4 & 7
- Tuesday, May 24
- 8th grade final exams
- Wednesday, May 25
- 8th grade final exams
- Delayed Arrival 9 AM
- Thursday, May 26
- 8th grade final exams
- Friday, May 27
- All School Mass 8:30 AM
- Middle School Picnic
- 8th grade Final Walk 11:30 AM
- Early Release
- PreK 4 11:45 AM
- K - 8 12 PM
- Monday, May 30
- NO SCHOOL - Memorial Day
- Tuesday, May 31
- 5th grade picnic
St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Parish and School
520 West Holding Avenue • Wake Forest • North Carolina 27587 • 919-556-7613