Dear Families of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School,

What a week! It always feels so different to have so many students off campus. This week, our 7th graders have traveled to Sea World and our 8th graders flew to Washington, D.C. I am so grateful that our students have the opportunity to extend their learning beyond the classroom with these opportunities and make lasting memories with their classmates and teachers.

I pray for each of you as we enter our Spring Break. If you are traveling, I pray for safe arrivals to your destinations and your safe returns home. If staying here, I pray that the time allows for some relaxation and rejuvenation. And, whether you stay or venture away, may you enjoy and treasure every moment with family and friends.

Enjoy Spring Break and we will see you on March 18th!

Only by His Grace,

Veronica Tucker

Principal 

IMPORTANT DISMISSAL CONCERN:

Please remember to closely monitor your children when choosing the Personal Pick-Up Option in the Gym for Dismissal. We have had concerns shared of unsupervised students and younger siblings running in the parking lot and not being watched and coming close to being injured by a car attempting to leave the parking lot. Please join us in making the safety and supervision of our students and their siblings our top priority.

FEBRUARY HEROIC VIRTUE: TEMPERANCE KA: Avery Rosenfelder

KB: Zac Chen

1A : Matthew Malespin

1B: Gabe Brennan

2A: Millie Meyer

2B: Leighton Cooper

3A: Vincent Turner

3B: Maria Del Valle

4A: Nellie Montenegro

4B: Guilianna Loyo

5A: Harper Reinecke

5B: Caroline Piefer

6A: Violet Hazos

6B: Evelyn Lipinski

7A: Olivia Dykes

7B: Fernanda Servin-Hernandez

8A: Corina Guzman

8B: Lily Gallo

Staff: Virginia Johnson

DOLPHIN SPORTS

On Friday, the baseball Dolphins hosted the Eagles of Rosehill Christian. The Dolphins won their first game of the season 12 to 9.

The Dolphins track team was well represented at The Woodlands Marathon Events this past Saturday.

In the 14 and under age group in ½ Marathon (13.2 miles):

8^th grader Caleb Piefer metaled and finished in FIRST place with a time of 1 hour & 29 minutes

6^th grader Alan Aertker metaled finished in 4^th place with a time of 1 hour & 35 minutes

8^th grader Nicolas Velardo metaled finished close behind in 5^th place with a time of 1 hour & 36 minutes

The Dolphins head track Coach Oscar Garcia metaled and came in FIRST Place OVERALL in the 10 kilometers (6.2 miles) run. Coach Garcia’s time of 32 minutes .03 seconds set a new - The Woodlands 10K course record.

CONGRADULATIONS!!!

Great Job Dolphins!!!

SUMMER SMARTY PARTY

June 3-7 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | $250 per student

June 3-7 | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM | $250 per student

Rising Kindergarten through Rising 3rd Grade

Join Ms. Morgan & Mrs. Blakesley for games, crafts, learning and fun, fun, fun! Students may also register for both sessions and bring a packed lunch.

Sign-up at: https://form.jotform.com/211282458465156

SUMMER ART CAMP

June 3-7 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | $250 per student

Rising 4th Grade through Rising 6th Grade

Join Mrs. Ettman for Summer Art Camp! Students will make all types of printmaking: from thumbprint doodles and vegetable prints, to monoprints and repeated patterns.

Sign-up at: https://www.jotform.com/form/240567010515043

NURSE NOTES

For the week of March 4-March 7:

2^nd:     Reported case of Strep Throat

PK3:   A few reports of GI upset (some with vomiting/diarrhea, some with just diarrhea/GI pain)

**So many with allergy symptoms; cough, red eyes, sneezing** 

Praying everyone has a fun, relaxing, healthy, safe Spring Break!



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

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!

Glitz, Glam & Gatsby Gala | April 6, 2024

Hyatt Regency Conroe - New Venue!

SPONSORSHIPS & TICKETS

We have a variety of sponsorship levels that include after-party tickets for some or all guests!

Paduan Patrons - $650

• Two (2) seats at the Gala
• Two (2) tickets to after-party
• Recognition on the sponsor page of program
• Recognition in the Annual Gratitude Report

Individual Ticket - $200

Individual After-Party Ticket - $125

This year's gala after-party (10:00 PM - Midnight) includes a live band & DJ, light bites, and open bar. Be sure to purchase your after-party tickets early!

The Winner Is.....NUMBER ONE



Thomas Markle Jewelers has generously donated a piece of jewelry for our "Heads or Tails" game prize at the Glitz, Glam & Gatsby Gala! You voted and the winner is Number ONE: Hearts on Fire Large Diamond Heart Pendant and Thomas Markl Jewlers 3-prong 3/4ct Diamond Studs set in 14kt White Gold.



AVAILABLE SIGN-UP PARTIES

All proceeds benefit the gala & our school!

Thursday, March 21 - PUPPY PARTY - For 2nd Grade Students

Friday, March 22 - DINO PARTY - For Pre-K3 Students

Friday, March 22 - WILDLIFE PARTY - For 3rd Grade Students

SOLD OUT SIGN-UP PARTIES

Tuesday, March 26 - MISS LORRAINE'S COOKIE DECORATING - 1st-8th Graders

Thursday, April 18 - LUNCH WITH FATHER JESSE - For 2nd Grade Students

Friday, April 26 - LUAU PARTY - For 1st Grade Students

WINNER'S CHOICE RAFFLE

We are once again hosting a Winner's Choice Raffle as a part of our Gala! Raffle packets went home in early December and are due March 22! Let us know if you need more tickets to sell to friend & family over Spring Break!

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.

Raffle tickets may also be purchased with a credit card on our gala website at:  RAFFLE TICKETS

Thank you to this year's Raffle Sponsor: 

PADUAN PARENT LUNCHEON We are seeking dessert & drink donations and lunchroom coverage for our teachers on Wednesday, March 27 for our next Paduan Parent-sponsored luncheon! Thank you for signing up!

MONDAYS - Chess Club, 3:45-4:30 PM, Library.

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

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. 

03/02/2024 - GALA: Crawfish Boil

03/04/2024 - 8th Grade Trip – Washington D.C.

03/04/2024 - Morning Assembly in the Gym

03/05/2024 - 7th Grade Field Trip - Sea World San Antonio

03/05/2024 - Spirit Night | Chipotle, 4-8 PM

03/06/2024 - Confession | 5A | OLA Chapel

03/06/2024 - Mass (8-2), 9:00 AM, Church

03/07/2024 - Spirit Day at the Learning Express - All Day

03/08/2024 - SCHOOL HOLIDAY – Fund for St. Anthony Day Off

03/11/2024 - 03/15/2024 – SPRING BREAK

03/19/2024 - SPECIAL MASS (1A): Feast of St. Joseph, 9:00 AM, Church

03/20/2024 - 1st Grade Retreat

03/20/2024 - 3rd Grade Field Trip | Houston Museum of Natural Science

03/20/2024 - Confession | 6A & 6B | OLA Chapel

03/20/2024 - Kindergarten Storybook Parade, 8:15 AM

03/20/2024 - Mass Moved to Tuesday, March 19

03/21/2024 - GALA: 2nd grade | Puppy Party

03/22/2024 – Pre-K3 & Pre-K4 Spring Program, 8:15 AM

03/22/2024 - GALA: 3rd Grade Party: The Learning Zoo

03/22/2024 - GALA: Pre-K3 | Dinosaur Party

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

ST. JUDE: THE APOSTLE OF THE IMPOSSIBLE

The arm of St. Jude Thaddeus, venerated in Rome from ancient times, is on pilgrimage in the United States. Fr. Carlos Martins is stopping at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church. All are welcome to come experience his transformative presence! For more information, visit: ap.church/stjude

Monday, March 18, 2024

• 2:00 PM - Public veneration of Saint Jude Relics begins.

• 7:00 PM - Special Mass celebrated in Saint Jude’s honor.

• 10:00 PM - Public veneration ends.