Dear Families of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School,

What a week! I never thought when we said good-bye last Friday, that we’d have a four-day weekend instead of a three-day weekend! That’s Texas weather for you! 😊 Thanks to everyone for their understanding and flexibility. This past Wednesday, we opened re-enrollment for our current families. This is done through your FACTS Family Portal. Re-enrollment will continue through January 31st. After this date, open spots are made available for new families. My hope is always that all of our families return for another year. If there is a concern or question regarding continuing as a Paduan Family, please do not hesitate to reach out. If you know families interested in our school, please encourage them to attend our Future Family Open House on Thursday, February 1st at 6:30 PM.

Only by His Grace,

Veronica Tucker

Principal 

CURRENT STUDENT RE-ENROLLMENT FOR 2024-2025

• Re-enrollment for current students is Wednesday, January 17 – Wednesday, January 31.
• You should've received an email on January 17 when your student’s re-enrollment packet was ready on your FACTS Family Portal.
• Tuition and fee payments must be current on your FACTS account.
• If you have questions or need assistance contact Cathy Russell at crussell@ap.school.

IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT REPORT CARDS – The report cards sent electronically last Friday designated absences as “unexcused”. St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School does not label absences as excused or unexcused. We apologize for the error. We are working with FACTS to get this corrected. High schools have been notified of the error. This will not negatively impact our 8th graders applying to Catholic or private high schools. 

St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School

2nd Quarter Awards - 2023-2024

Honor Roll

5th Grade: Grace Barr, Sofia Bradford, Emily Curtin, Matias Forero Duarte, Marina Gonzalez, Addie Harris, Bryson Higham, Annika Johnston, Madison Laborde, Alexis Liggon, Roberta Mateos, Isabella McDevitt, Ray Midden, Caroline Piefer, Pierce Smithson, Charlotte Tressel, Davidson Tucker

St. Anthony Honor Roll

6th Grade: Natalie Bartsch, Alex Bierschenk, Khloe Flores, Liam Jundos, Hannah Kinnicutt, Alex Toma, Luke Toma, Lindsey Twellman

7th Grade: Martin Calero, William Pesce, Sofia Tellez Gomez

8th Grade: James Curtin, Mateo De Aguirre, Anthony Janda, Aryanna Lorenzetti, Hallie Martin, Peter Nava Trevino, Ellie Tressel, Fernanda Yepiz Zamora

Paduan Honor Roll

6th Grade: Aria Basford, William Basford, Noah Daigle, Ethan Fenn, Emmaline Kinnicutt, Zofia Lewis, Evelyn Lipinski, Julieta Molina Ganau, Ana Lucia Yepiz Zamora

7th Grade: Sebastian Fournier, Elisa Mora, Andrea Navarro, Julia Paddock, Conrad Shaw

8th Grade: Addy Gregory, Benjamin Martinez, Sammy White, Evan Sophia Zander

Paduan Pride Award

1st Grade: William Anderson, Merritt Scorsone

2nd Grade: John Bradford, Paula Mansur

3rd Grade: Mary Cate Kuna, Vincent Turner

4th Grade: Alaina Russell

5th Grade: Sofia Bradford, Matias Forero Duarte, Caroline Piefer, Charlotte Tressel

6th Grade: Giovanni Carrone

7th Grade: Kohen Lawless, Quinn Rybolt, Francesca Gamba Zavatarelli

8th Grade: Jacob Hubbard, Evan Sophia Zander

Christian Spirit Award

1st Grade: Julianna Sabatini, Kathleen Anderson

2nd Grade: Lauren Holub, Sebastian Navarro

3rd Grade: Grayson Laborde, Eleanor Linton

4th Grade: Ben Enia, Giulliana Minor

5th Grade: Lucas Hubbard, Roberta Ibrahim, Melba Little, Roberta Mateos

6th Grade: Theresa Nahigian

7th Grade: George Meyer, Andrea Navarro, William Pesce

8th Grade: Mateo De Aguirre, Ainara Mansur

Beacon of Light

1st Grade: Claire Barr, Preston Hogan

2nd Grade: Olivia Dohm, Zara Underwood

3rd Grade: Luke De Vera, Amelia Larkin

4th Grade: Jude Ebert, Justin Reyes

5th Grade: Isabella McDevitt, Miguel Ruiz, Pierce Smithson

6th Grade: William Basford

7th Grade: Mateo Aldrete Reyes, Elisa Mora, Franco Sandoval

8th Grade: Elsie Enia, Peter Nava Trevino

Join us for dancing, refreshments, and fun at our Father-Daughter Winter Wonderland Dance! It will be a magical evening that will enchant your daughter and be a special memory forever in her heart. Thank you for letting us know if you plan to attend! RSVP HERE!

SPANISH DANCE CLUB

Mondays | 4:00-4:30 PM

Open to 2nd-5th Grade.

Starting Feb. 12. A high-energy class for boys and girls packed with kid-friendly routines that combine choreography and aerobics. Based on original Spanish-style choreography, we’ll dance to culturally diverse music from around the world (reggaeton, salsa, merengue, cumbia and hip-hop). Join Señora Johnson as we improve our endurance, instill healthy habits, and develop strength and coordination! Cost is $20. SPANISH DANCE CLUB SIGN-UP

SPRING SPORTS COMMITMENT

Hey Dolphins! It is time to find out who is willing to make the commitment to St Anthony’s Baseball, Softball or Track programs. Please complete the Spring Sports Sign-up Form by Friday, Jan. 26th if your student is interested in the following sports:

Boys Baseball - 6th, 7th & 8th - DEADLINE JAN. 26

Girls Fast Pitch Softball - 5th thru 8th - DEADLINE JAN. 19 (TODAY!)

Boys & Girls Track - 5th thru 8th - DEADLINE JAN. 26

ATHLETICS UPDATE

On Wednesday the Dolphins hosted the Magi of Epiphany Catholic School. The JV boys won 19-9, the Varsity boys won 53-33 and the Varsity Girls came up short 19-21.

Upcoming Dolphins Basketball:

On Friday, the Dolphins will travel to Trinity Klein Lutheran school to take on the Eagles: C-Team Boys at 4:30 PM, JV Boys at 5:30 PM, the Varsity Girls at 6:30 PM and the Varsity Boys at 7:30 PM.

Dolphin Basketball Next Week:

1/22/24: Varsity girls play at St Anne TB at 5:30 PM. Boys teams travel to St Martha: C-Team Boys at 4:30 PM, JV Boys tat 5:30 PM & the Varsity Boys at 6:30 PM.

1/24/24: Boys teams play at St Anne TB C-Team Boys at 4:30 PM, JV Boys at 5:30 PM & Varsity Boys at 6:30 PM.

1/26/24: There will be a PEP RALLY for the basketball teams in the gym at 2:30 PM.

1/29/24: During the basketball games vs Christ the Redeemer the 8th grade boys and girls basketball players will be recognized before the Varsity Girls game at 6:30 PM.

NURSE NOTES

For 1/17/24-1/19/24:

3rd Grade: Report of one case of strep throat

8th Grade: Report of one case of COVID

As a reminder: We do have students with chronic medical conditions that can be more affected by illness. We cannot protect them from all illness, but please keep these students in mind if your child is sick and may be contagious. Students must be fever free for 24 hours (without fever reducing medication) before returning to school. Students must remain home for 24 hours after vomiting and be able to keep food/liquids down before returning to school.  

Please report any specific diagnosis to Mrs. Pavlock or Attendance.  

CHESS CLUB - 2ND SEMESTER

St. Anthony of Padua Chess Club - Facilitated by USA Chess!

All skill levels welcome! Learn tactics & strategies. Play with other kids. Rank up and earn prizes!

Mondays, 3:45 - 4:30 PM | February 5-April 29

Grades 1-8 | $130 per semester. Questions, contact info@usachess.com

2023-2024 YEARBOOKS

Order your '23-'24 Yearbooks now! Yearbooks are $45 and will be delivered at the start of next school year.

You may also create your own page! Commemorate your student's school year!

• Full page ad - $150
• 1/2 page ad - $75
• 1/4 page ad - $50

All orders will be placed online using this link:

https://www.balfour.com/texas/the-woodlands/st-anthony-of-padua-catholic-school

GIVING BY LIVING - Minted.com

Use Code: FUNDRAISESAPCS for a 20% discount and they will donate 15% back to our school! https://www.minted.com/ . Minted offers Valentine's cards, artwork and more! The discount code can be used year-round!

STEPS FOR STUDENTS

We almost have 200 team members! Join our team today!

Steps for Students is an annual event benefitting all Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston- Houston. Over the last 18 years, this exciting day of family fun has brought together our Catholic community for a sunrise Mass, sanctioned 5K race and a post-race party in the Catholic School Village. Anthony of Padua's Steps for Students team will be raising funds for security upgrades at school (a fence)! Thank you for supporting this effort. Join our team at: https://runsignup.com/apschooltx

There are 4 ways to participate: 

1. 5K TIMED: Compete against other runners and your best 5K time on this route! Price: $20.00 Race Fee 
   
2. 5K UNTIMED: Like the Timed 5K.... but not timed. Price: $18.00 Race Fee 
   
3. FAMILY FUN RUN: Under a mile route. Price: $17.00 Race Fee 
   
4. HIT THE SNOOZE FOR STUDENTS: Support Catholic schools without running the race! Register to Hit the Snooze and you will still receive the official race t-shirt shirt, but will not receive a bib or race medal. This is the option for those who would like to participate virtually. Price: $20.00 Race Fee 
   

Deadline to register and receive a St. Anthony Team dri-fit shirt is Jan. 24th! All registration prices increase Jan. 31st! Anyone who joins our team can have “Free Shoes” for the rest of January (*except Mass Days)!

Thank you to student Martin Calero for designing this year's team shirt!

IMPORTANT STEPS FOR STUDENTS DATES: 

• January 24, 2024: Deadline to guarantee a "St. Anthony Race Shirt" sponsored by Doucet Safety Analysis. 
  
• January 31, 2024: All race fees increase by $10.00.
  
• February 10, 2024: Race Day

SIGN-UP PARTIES

All proceeds benefit the gala & our school! If you would like to host a party for the benefit of our students, please contact Katie Tressel at ktressel@ap.school. More parties announced Jan. 22nd!

WONKA PARTY

Friday, Feb. 2

5:00-7:00 PM

For 4th & 5th Grade Students

COCHON DE LAIT

Saturday, Feb. 3

2:00-5:00 PM

For Families

Only 7 Spots left!

PIZZA WITH THE PRINCIPALS

Thursday, Feb. 8

11:00-11:45 AM

For Kindergarten-2nd Grade

SOLD OUT

PIZZA WITH THE PRINCIPALS

Thursday, Feb. 8

11:00-11:45 AM

For 3rd-5th Grade

SOLD OUT

BREAKFAST BREAK

Thursday, Feb. 8

8:00 - 8:45 AM

For Middle School

SOLD OUT

#2 - PIZZA WITH THE PRINCIPALS

Friday, Feb. 9

11:00-11:45 AM

For Kindergarten-2nd Grade

1 Spot Left

#2 - PIZZA WITH THE PRINCIPALS

Friday, Feb. 9

11:00-11:45 AM

For 3rd-5th Grade

4 Spots Left

PETTING ZOO PARTY

Friday, Feb. 9

4:30-6:00 PM

For Kindergarten

MARDI GRAS BREAKFAST & PARADE

Tuesday, Feb. 13

7:00 AM-8:00 AM

For Families

WINNER'S CHOICE RAFFLE

For our 6th year, St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School is holding a Winner’s Choice Raffle in conjunction with our Glitz, Glam & Gatsby Gala! Raffle packets went home in Green Folders with Youngest/Only students. Please be sure to read the letter thoroughly to answer your questions.

Glitz, Glam & Gatsby Gala | WINNER’S CHOICE RAFFLE • PRICE: $20.00 each

One (1) Grand Prize Winner will win a choice of one (1) of three trips:

• SNOWY SLOPES OF JACKSON HOLE-Lift tickets with 3-night stay for 2 with Airfare
• DRIVE & DREAM PALM SPRINGS-BMW Performance Drive, Mid-Century Tour, 3-night stay for 2 with Airfare
• DISNEY WORLD FAMILY ADVENTURE-Disney Gift Card ($550) Redeemable for Admission and 4-Night Stay Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress with Airfare for 2

NOTES: **Winspire Booking & Concierge can assist winner with extra hotel nights, airfare upgrades, and additional guests at winner’s expense. Trip must be booked within one year of drawing. Travel date must occur within two years.

Raffle tickets may also be purchased on our gala website at: RAFFLE TICKETS

Thank you to Tachus Fiber Internet for sponsoring this year's Raffle!

SHOUT-OUTS!

Thank you to all of the parents and students who helped give back to our parish by volunteering at Fellowship Sunday last weekend! THANK YOU!

STAFF LUNCHEON - Sponsored by Paduan Parents

Our Paduan Parent Coordinators are organizing three staff luncheons (Dec. 1, Jan. 26, Mar. 6) for the faculty of St. Anthony and we need volunteer help covering lunch duties and bringing in desserts & drinks! Thanks for volunteering!

MONDAYS - Chess Club, 3:45-4:30 PM, Library. (Back in February. Sign-up.) 

MONDAYS - Strings Club, 3:45-4:30 PM, Band Hall.

MONDAYS - ZUMBA® Kids Jr. Club, 3:45-4:30 PM, Spanish classroom. (Back in February. Sign-up)

TUESDAYS - Student Rosary Group, 7:15 AM in Paduan Center.

TUESDAYS - Parent Rosary Group (English) 8:15 AM, PLB Room 204. 

WEDNESDAYS - Mass Choir, 6:45 AM, Sheltz Hall. 

WEDNESDAYS - Sacred Soles Run Club, 3:30 PM, Sports Fields.

WEDNESDAYS - Art Club, 3:45-5:00 PM, Art Room.

THURSDAYS - Parent Rosary Group (Spanish) 8:15 AM, PLB Room 204.

Please check the calendar and/or communications from club advisors regarding cancellations or changes. 

01/19/2024 - GALA: Feathers & Felt Hat Bar Party (SOLD OUT)

01/19/2024 - GALA: Lego Library Lock-In (SOLD OUT)

01/20/2024 - MS Boys Retreat, 9 AM – 12 PM

01/23/2024 - Gala Committee Meeting, 8:15 AM

01/24/2024 - 5th Grade Retreat

01/24/2024 - Mass (1B), 9 AM, Church

01/25/2024 - Campus Tour for Prospective Parents, 10:00 AM

01/26/2024 - SPIRIT SHIRT & JEANS DAY

01/26/2024 - Staff Lunch provided by Paduan Parents (Sign-up Genius to bring drinks, desserts or cover lunch duty: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0F45A8AF29A6FC1-47173139-paduan)

01/26/2024 - Winter Pep Rally, 2:30 PM

01/27/2024 - Father/Daughter Dance, 6:30-8:00 PM, Gym (RSVP at: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=eknygu6ab&oeidk=a07ek7hfpdw111799d5)

01/28/2024 - Catholic Schools Week Mass (CSW), 11:00 AM – Choir will perform, students will altar serve, and do the readings. Students who wear their uniforms to Mass will have Free Dress on Monday, Jan. 29th.

01/28/2024 - National Catholic Schools Week (more details to come in The Messenger)

01/29/2024 - Service Project Q3 | Mary's Meals

01/30/2024 – SPIRIT SHIRT & JEANS DAY

02/01/2024 - Future Family Open House, 6:30 PM

02/02/2024 - Pastries with Parents, 7:00 – 7:40 AM, Gym 

02/01/2024 - Future Family Open House

02/02/2024 - Pastries with Parents, 7-7:40 AM, Gym (enter through gym doors)

02/03/2024 & 02/04/2024 - 2nd Collection will benefit our school at all Masses

02/03/2024 - GALA: Cochon De Lait (Sign-up at: https://e.givesmart.com/events/wOR/i/_Auction/oONf/)

Full Calendar available in ParentsWeb!

PRIEST MEALS

A Meal Train has been created to help feed our priests at the rectory weekly. If you would like to sign-up to provide a meal, please click the link, review the instructions and pick a date to sign-up! https://mealtrain.com/e17zoe

Frassati Catholic January Open House - January 17

The Frassati Catholic Open House is the perfect event for 6th-8th grade students and families interested in becoming Frassati Falcons. On Wednesday, January 17, from 6-8pm you're invited to the Frassati Catholic Open House for an info session and tours of campus. Learn more about Frassati Catholic, meet current students and faculty, and take the opportunity to see what life is like at a Frassati Falcon. RSVP at https://www.frassaticatholic.org/openhouse. For questions about Frassati Catholic enrollment, please contact Director of Enrollment, Mr. Tim Lienhard at admissions@frassaticatholic.org

Frassati Family Movie Night - Saturday, January 20, starting at 6:30pm

What better way to begin the New Year than with community? The Frassati Catholic Executive Council, made up of the student leaders of the Frassati Catholic House System, is hosting our first-ever Frassati Family Movie Night on January 20, 2024 at 6:30pm in the gym. We'll be showing Disney/Pixar's Ratatouille, and you and your families are invited for an evening of community and fellowship! Admission is free, we'll have great concessions available, and families can sit in the bleachers, on the floor, or in your own lawn chairs. Bring pillows and/or blankets if desired! Can't wait to see you there! Click here to see the flyer made by members of the Executive Council.

RICE BASEBALL VS NOTRE DAME BASEBALL

Catholic School Day - Saturday, Feb. 17

Join Cardinal DiNardo and other Catholic School students for Rice vs. Notre Dame Baseball on Saturday, Feb. 17th! Any student who attends the game will have the opportunity to stand with the players for the national anthem and run the bases after the game. To purchase tickets visit: riceowls.com/catholicschoolday.