Dear Families of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School,

Our first All Saints’ STREAM Day was great! I love that our school spends November honoring the Saints. Our third-graders amazed us again with their research on the saints, their displays and their costumes. Way to go, Third Grade! We had our Saints’ Bee on Thursday. The students continue to impress with their knowledge of these models of our faith. As a staff, we watched a Saints’ video and shared our favorite saints. I wanted to share the video with you as well: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3B3nUjmP0-Q&t=5s. I hope you have some great takeaways just like I did! We remind our Dolphins all the time that our ultimate goal is to become saints and all this really has to mean is dong our best to say “yes” to God over and over and over again.

St. Anthony of Padua, Our School’s Patron Saint, Pray for Us.

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Patron Saint of Catholic Schools, Pray for Us.

St. Nicholas, Patron Saint of Students, Pray for Us.

St. Anne, Patron Saint of Mothers, Pray for Us.

St. Joseph, Patron Saint of Fathers, Pray for Us.

St. Frances de Sales, Patron Saint of Teachers, Pray for Us.

St. Mary, Queen of All Saints, Pray for Us.

All You Holy Men and Women, Pray for Us.

Only by His Grace,

Veronica Tucker

Principal

WHAT'S BREWING WITH MRS. TUCKER

Informal grade-level meetings with Mrs. Tucker. Meetings start at 8:15 AM in the Paduan Center/AMR (unless otherwise noted). Bring your own coffee!

Wednesday, Nov. 8 | 4th Grade

Wednesday, Nov. 15 | 1st Grade

VETERANS TRIBUTE

This year, we will once again be honoring all veterans in our St. Anthony's community with a presentation prior to the 3rd Grade program. If you want to have your veteran included in this tribute, please use the following form to submit your veteran's information and photo. All information & photos must be received by Nov. 3rd. We can not guarantee inclusion for information sent late.

NURSE NOTES

For 10/29/23-11/3/23:

Kindergarten: Reported case of Influenza

2nd Grade: Reported case of Strep Throat and a reported case of Influenza

4th Grade: Three reported cases of Strep Throat

6th Grade: Two reported cases of Influenza

7th Grade: Reported case of Influenza

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

COLD WEATHER APPAREL

As the weather turns cooler, please remember that ONLY St. Anthony of Padua outerwear (from Risse or Squadlocker) may be worn in the classrooms. Hoodies are not allowed in classrooms. Any jackets / coats may be worn outside or to and from school, but must remain stored in lockers or cubbies during the school day.

DNN - 11/3/23

CLASS GROUP PICTURES & PICTURE RE-TAKES

Class group pictures and retakes will take place Wednesday, November 15th. All Students must wear official school uniforms on this day for Class Photos.

LIFETOUCH COUPON

Don't Forget to Order This Year's School Pictures! ENJOY 10% OFF your order with this coupon code! CODE: F202310OFF | EXPIRES: May 1, 2024

November 12 – November 17 | FALL BOOK FAIR

**All book fair visitors & volunteers must check-in through the front office.**

Sunday, Nov. 12: Open after the 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM Masses

Monday, Nov. 13: 7:40 AM – 4:00 PM

Tuesday, Nov. 14: 7:40 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday, Nov. 15: 7:40 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday, Nov. 16: 7:40 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday, Nov. 17: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM (Grandparents Day)

To purchase books at the Online Book Fair or purchase gift cards for students and teachers to use please visit: https://efairs.literati.com/?school=saint-anthony-of-padua-school-the-woodlands-tx!

GRANDPARENTS DAY

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

On Grandparents Day, grandparents will spend time enjoying morning refreshments and fine arts performances, visiting our book fair, participating in classroom activities, and attending Mass with their favorite students. Students will dismiss at 12:00 PM noon to enjoy the rest of the day with their grandparents. Grandparents listed in FACTS were mailed invitation postcards. Please remind your grandparents to RSVP if they plan to attend!

NOTE: Students without Grandparents attending will still participate in classroom activities and receive donuts! 

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

SHOUT-OUTS

Thank you to all of our Paduan Parent volunteers who assisted with All Saints STREAM Day! We are so grateful for your help! A special shoutout to Paduan Parent Brooke Reyes for Championing All Saints STREAM Day!

BOOK FAIR VOLUNTEERING - Nov. 12-17

We are excited to announce our Fall Book Fair. Please help make our fair a success by volunteering at our fair. Volunteers will help students pick out books, tidying up displays, and may assist with checking out purchases as well.  All volunteers must be compliant with Safe Environment training. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Morgan, dmorgan@ap.school.

GRANDPARENTS DAY VOLUNTEERING - Nov. 16 & 17

We are seeking volunteers to help set-up and make sure Grandparents Day runs smoothly! Please sign-up to help set-up on Thursday, Nov. 16 or with day-of activities on Friday, Nov. 17.

**Middle School students are welcome to sign-up to assist with set-up on Nov. 16 for school service hours under the supervision of school staff.**

St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School relies on annual, tax-deductible gifts, in addition to tuition, to balance the budget each year and continue to provide greater opportunities and facilities for our children. This year, we need your help to continue providing faculty development, offer current technology and resources, and add additional security (a full-time dedicated deputy)! Please consider increasing your gift in 2023-2024 to support this critical need. Thank you for your prayers and support of this effort!

WHAT IS DOLPHIN DONOR DAY?

Dolphin Donor Day (November 15, 2023) is a 24-hr. fundraising event designed to encourage all alumni, faculty, parents, and friends to support the Fund for St. Anthony. Many families wait to make their Fund for St. Anthony gifts on Dolphin Donor Day because of matching opportunities available, but you are free to give when it's convenient for you.

PARTICIPATION UPDATE

Thank you to our early supporters to the Fund for St. Anthony - as of 11/3/22 we are at 17% family participation!

St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School relies on annual, tax-deductible gifts, in addition to tuition, to balance the budget each year and continue to provide greater opportunities and facilities for our children. This year, we need your help to continue providing faculty development, offer current technology and resources, and add additional security (a full-time dedicated deputy)! Please consider increasing your gift in 2023-2024 to support this critical need. Thank you for your prayers and support of this effort!

WHAT IS DOLPHIN DONOR DAY?

Dolphin Donor Day (November 15, 2023) is a 24-hr. fundraising event designed to encourage all alumni, faculty, parents, and friends to support the Fund for St. Anthony. Many families wait to make their Fund for St. Anthony gifts on Dolphin Donor Day because of matching opportunities available, but you are free to give when it's convenient for you.

PARTICIPATION UPDATE

Thank you to our early supporters to the Fund for St. Anthony - as of 11/3/22 we are at 16% family participation!

FUN FOR ALL!

• The first two (2) classes or homerooms to reach 100% Family Participation in the Fund for St. Anthony will earn a special Free Dress Day & Pizza Party!  
• When we reach 90% family participation in the Fund for St. Anthony, the entire school will earn Friday, March 8 (the Friday before spring break) as a DAY OFF! As of today we are at 15% family participation!
• Gifts of $3,500 or more will be honored with a table for 10 at the Glitz, Glam & Gatsby Gala on April 6, 2024.

We are excited to announce our first Gala Sign-Up Parties for the year! Gala Sign-up Parties are hosted by faculty or families and can be adult, family or child-centered—and most importantly, FUN! All proceeds from Gala Sign-Up Parties benefit our school and students. If you are interested in purchasing a spot at one of these Sign-up Parties, click the links below for more details and to purchase! Sign-up

If you are interested in hosting a Sign-Up Party for the benefit of our school, please reach out to advancement@ap.school.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

Wednesday, Nov. 29th

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

For Families

HOLLY JOLLY MOVIE NIGHT

Friday, Dec. 1st

6:30 - 8:30 PM

For Middle School Students

POLAR EXPRESS PARTY

Friday, Dec. 9th

4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

For Pre-K4 Students

Stay tuned for additional details about the Glitz, Glam & Gatsby Gala in a Special Gala Messenger on November 27th. Be sure to look out for details about:

• Tickets & Sponsorships
• Winner's Choice Raffle
• Auction donations
• More information about Sign-up Parties

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

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

MONDAYS - ZUMBA® Kids Jr. Club, 3:45-4:30 PM, Spanish classroom.

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. 

11/06/2023 - Morning Assembly in the GYM, 8:00 AM

11/07/2023 - Spirit Day: Republic Grill, 4-8 PM, Mention St. Anthony and a portion of your purchase will be donated back to our school.

11/08/2023 - 3rd Grade Retreat

11/08/2023 - Mass (3A), 9:00 AM, GYM

11/08/2023 - What's Brewing with Mrs. Tucker-4th Grade, 8:15 AM, Paduan Center

11/09/2023 - Kindergarten Field Trip - 7 Acre Wood

11/10/2023 - 3rd Grade Veterans' Program, 6:30 PM

11/10/2023 - Spirit Shirt & Jeans Day

11/12/2023 - Book Fair Begins after 9:00 & 11:00 AM Masses in Sheltz Fellowship Hall.

11/15/2023 - Class pictures and individual retakes

11/15/2023 - Dolphin Donor Day. Help our school reach 100% participation and give at: https://bit.ly/Fund4StAnthony

11/15/2023 - Mass Moved to Friday, Nov. 17 (Grandparents Day)

11/15/2023 - What's Brewing with Mrs. Tucker- 1st Grade

11/16/2023 - Pre-K Picnic

11/16/2023 - Principal Appreciation Day

11/17/2023 - Grandparents' Day: NOON DISMISSAL

11/17/2023 - Mass (3B), 11:00 AM, Church

11/20/2023 - 11/24/2023 - Thanksgiving Holiday - NO SCHOOL

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 HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE - Nov. 8

The Frassati Catholic Open House is the perfect event for 6th-8th grade students and families interested in becoming Frassati Falcons. On Wednesday, November 8, 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.  

Early Childhood won the Halloween Costume Contest!!