Dear Families of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School,

What a wonderful Catholic Schools Week! One of my favorite things on campus is to witness the many transformations of our school gym! And this past week was one with many changes. Seeing so many of you at Pastries with Parents last week was so fun! Your students are always excited to gobble up some donuts with you and then take you to their classrooms. On Saturday, our gym became a Winter Wonderland as fathers danced the night away with their princesses. As the parent of a 20-year-old daughter, some of her favorite memories are all those dances from Pre-K – 8th grade. On Monday, our students and staff gathered in the Gym to pray a Divine Mercy Chaplet for our Nation. Then, after many P.E. classes led by Coach Koett and Coach Quickel and hosting St. Rose and St. Anne for middle school basketball games, we welcome prospective families in the gym for our Open House Presentation on Thursday night. Finally, all gathered in the gym again on Friday as our teachers and staff performed as Masked Singers entertaining our students with our singing and dancing skills as our Dolphins tried to guess who was behind the costume. Be sure to ask your students about it. 😊

Our Catholic Schools Week ends with Mass this weekend. Our school choir will sing alongside our church choir at the 9:00 Sunday Morning Mass. Students will also serve as lectors, cantors, altar servers and ushers. If your student wears his/her school uniform to any St. Anthony Mass this weekend, he/she may come in free dress on Monday. Thank you for all you did to make this Catholic Schools Week extra special and thank you for entrusting your students to St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School!

Only by His Grace,

Veronica Tucker

Principal

SPRING CONFERENCES SIGN-UP

Spring Conferences are now open to sign-up! Please review the Spring Conferences procedures and then click the link below to pick your time-slot.

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCE PROCEDURES

Sign-up: Jan. 23-Feb. 6 | Conferences Date: Feb. 13 (Student Holiday)

How do I schedule a conference?

Sign-ups will take place online from Friday, Jan. 23 until Thursday, Feb. 6 at noon. 

Registration for conferences will be done through Sign-Up Genius. If you already use Sign-up Genius and have an existing account, you do not need to register again - use your existing username and password. New Users will need to register.

Click on your grade-level tab, or use the drop-down menu at the top if viewing on a mobile device. Find the teacher you want to conference with (you may need to scroll through several pages). Choose from the available time slots.

When are the parent-teacher conferences?

Conferences are in-person, and will take place on Thursday, Feb. 13 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Feb. 13 is a STUDENT HOLIDAY. 

Is a parent-teacher conference mandatory for everyone?

Conferences are highly encouraged. Parents are encouraged to schedule a conference to discuss their student's progress at this time. Teachers may reach out to parents if they feel a meeting would be helpful.

Which teacher do I conference with?

• Pre-K3–3rd Grade: You can schedule a conference with your child’s homeroom teacher and any auxiliary teachers you'd like to meet.
• 4th–8th Grade: Choose ONE core subject teacher to conference with initially (e.g., Math, Science, English). If you wish to meet with additional core subject teachers, please wait until sign-ups have closed and contact them directly to schedule a conference based on their availability.
• All Grades: Auxiliary teachers (e.g., Art, Music, PE) are also available for conferences if you'd like to meet with them.

Sign-up link: https://www.signupgenius.com/tabs/33774D702A6C9E8C71-spring

Need a Plan for Conference Day? Check-out Cypress Academy!

Give your kids a fun-filled day while you attend conferences! Cypress Academy is hosting a Parent’s Day Out on Tuesday, 2/13, packed with games, open gym, and more!

📅 Date: Thursday, February 13

📍 Location: Cypress Academy

👧 Ages: 3 & up | Half-Day (9 AM – 1 PM) | $20 in Snap / $25 at the door

👧 Ages: 4 & up | Full-Day (9 AM – 4 PM) | $40 in Snap / $50 at the door - Pizza included!

Spots are limited—sign up now and let your kids spend the day the Cypress Academy way! Link to sign-up online: https://snap.jamwd.com/cypressacademy/snap/catalog/index/tag_seq/121621

NEW STUDENT ENROLLMENT FOR 2025-2026

• Applications for new students will be accepted Monday, February 3 – Wednesday, February 12.
• Applications can be found at - https://ap.school/admissions 
• If you have questions or need assistance contact Cathy Russell at crussell@ap.school.

STEPS FOR STUDENTS - February 8, 2025

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. Thank you for supporting this effort. Join our team at: https://runsignup.com/apschool25.

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

Please note: All family members attending Steps for Students must be registered to race.

All registration prices increase Jan. 31st! Students who join us for the 5K race and beat Mrs. Tucker's time will receive a Homework Pass!

Thank you to Doucet Safety Analysis for sponsoring our team shirts again this year and for Augi Giardia for inspiring our design!

ST. ANTHONY SPIRIT GEAR - EXCLUSIVE!

Frou-Frou Frog has created exclusive custom designs just for our St. Anthony parents! These stylish and unique pieces are the perfect way to show your Dolphin pride. Even better, 15% of all sales will be donated back to our school, helping to support our students and community. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to snag some one-of-a-kind spirit gear while giving back to St. Anthony!

🏀 SAOPCS Dolphins Basketball Recap 🏀

Monday: The Dolphins hosted the St. Rose of Lima Cardinals.

• JV Boys secured a 32-26 victory! 🎉
• Varsity Boys fought hard but fell 30-53.

Wednesday: The Dolphins faced the St. Anne Tomball Crusaders in their final home games of the 2024-2025 season.

• C-Team Boys won a close battle 13-10.
• JV Boys clinched a thrilling 31-29 victory with a half-court buzzer-beater by Alan Aertker! 🏆
• Varsity Boys gave it their all but came up short 46-84.

Thursday: The Dolphins traveled to take on the St. Theresa Vikings in their final games of the season.

• C-Team Boys fell 8-12.
• JV Boys battled hard but lost 31-39.
• Varsity Boys closed the season with a 37-73 defeat.

👏 A huge thank you to Coaches Dustin Zander & Jacoby Johnson for your dedication, hard work, and leadership this season. Go Dolphins! 🐬💙🏀

Attention Baseball & Track Parents! ⚾️🏃‍♀️

We’re hosting a Parent Meeting for all baseball and track families to discuss the upcoming season.

📅 Date: Wednesday, February 12, 2025

⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

📍 Location: Gym

This meeting will cover important details about schedules, expectations, and opportunities for parent involvement. We strongly encourage at least one parent from each family to attend. We look forward to seeing you there and kicking off a great season together!

SMART FAMILIES - ONLINE TALK

Are you concerned about internet safety and how to protect your kids?

Please join us for our next online talk, Hidden Dangers: Protecting your Kids from Online Grooming, A Parent's Guide to Prevention and Protection, on February 3rd at 9:00 AM and again at 7:00 PM.

This session will feature Dawn Gibler from Elijah Rising, a Houston-based organization dedicated to raising awareness about human trafficking. Dawn will provide valuable insights on online risks and practical strategies for protecting children from online grooming.

RSVP to receive the link to join us!

NURSE NOTES

For 1/26/25-1/31/25:

• PreK-4: One case of fever (no official diagnosis)
• Kindergarten: One report of Influenza A, one report of early stage of Impetigo
• 1st Grade: One case of vomiting (no official diagnosis) and one case of fever (no diagnosis currently)
• 2nd Grade: One report of stomach issue (no official diagnosis), Two reports of Influenza A, 2 students with reported fever (no diagnosis)
• 4th Grade: One report of Influenza
• 5th Grade: One suspected case of Influenza
• 6th Grade: One report of low-grade fever with nausea/vomiting, One report of Strep Throat, One report of Influenza
• 7th Grade: One report of Strep Throat

Late reports that did not make it into The Messenger at the end of last week:

PreK-3: One report of Influenza A

2nd Grade: One report of Influenza A

TEACHER FOR THE DAY & CLASS PROJECTS AUCTION

Your student can be "Teacher for the Day"! Each year as a part of our gala, the teachers and staff donate experiences as a part of our silent auction. These experiences are open NOW for online bidding during on our gala website: APSCHOOL.GIVESMART.COM.

Our Room Parents have put together some amazing Class Projects this year! Class Projects were on display at Pastries with Parents this morning and bidding will close on Friday, Jan. 31!

January 24 - January 31: TEACHER EXPERIENCES AUCTION

January 24 - January 31: CLASS PROJECTS AUCTION

The auction is open now for bidding at: apschool.givesmart.com.

Auction will close at staggered times: 

• 9:00 PM on Friday, Jan. 31 for: All Classroom Teachers (Pre-K3-5th Grade, Middle School Adventure)
• 9:30 PM on Friday, Jan. 31 for: Auxiliary Teachers (Music, Technology, Librarian, Spanish, Religion, , Assistant Religion, Art, Theatre, Athletics & Assistant Athletics)
• 10:00 PM on Friday, Jan. 31 for: Front Office Adventure, Advancement Adventure, Kitchen Adventure, School Counselor, PACE, Nurse & Classroom Assistants
• 10:30 PM on Friday, Jan. 31 for: Class Projects

GALA TICKETS

Don’t miss your chance to secure tickets for The One Gala, happening March 1, 2025! Celebrate an unforgettable evening of fun, food, and fundraising in support of our school.

Paduan Patrons - $650

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

Individual Ticket - $200

Individual After-Party Ticket - $125

SPONSORSHIPS & UNDERWRITING OPPORTUNITIES

There’s still time to support The One Gala through sponsorships or underwriting!

• Sponsorships include tickets or tables for the gala, offering the perfect opportunity to enjoy the evening while showcasing your name or company in our materials.
• Underwriting, on the other hand, supports the event directly without including tickets, making it a meaningful way to contribute behind the scenes.

SIGN-UP PARTIES

We are excited about our Gala Sign-up Parties! 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 would like to host a sign-up party, please reach out to advancement@ap.school.

BOWLING PARTY

For 4th Grade

Friday, Feb. 7

4:30-7:00 PM

BOWLING PARTY

For 5th Grade

Friday, Feb. 7

4:30 - 7:00 PM

SOLD OUT SIGN-UP PARTIES:

• Friday, Jan. 31 - Lego Party: 1st-4th Grade-https://e.givesmart.com/events/Dcr/i/_Auction/rftA/
• Thursday, Feb. 6 – Breakfast Break: 6th-8th Grade-https://e.givesmart.com/events/Dcr/i/_Auction/rftF/
• Thursday, Feb. 6 – Pizza with the Principals: Kinder-2nd Grade- https://e.givesmart.com/events/Dcr/i/_Auction/rftD/ 
• Thursday, Feb. 6 – Pizza with the Principals: 3rd – 5th Grade-https://e.givesmart.com/events/Dcr/i/_Auction/rftE/
• Friday, Feb. 7 – Pizza with the Principals: Kinder-2nd Grade-https://e.givesmart.com/events/Dcr/i/_Auction/rftI/
• Friday, Feb. 7 – Pizza with the Principals: 3rd-5th Grade-https://e.givesmart.com/events/Dcr/i/_Auction/rftJ/

🎉 SHOUT-OUTS! 🎉

A huge thank you to Mrs. Alexandra Stevens for coordinating our Pastries with Parents event last week—it was a wonderful success!

Gratitude also goes to Mrs. Courtnie Mims & Mrs. Elysse Boretsky for their leadership in organizing our Catholic Schools Week activities. Your dedication makes our school community shine! Thank you to all of our volunteers who helped with our Meals on Wheels Breakfast Bags too!🌟👏

FELLOWSHIP SUNDAY RAFFLE SALES - Feb. 9

Thank you so much for helping us sell Raffle Tickets for the The One Gala!

• Parents or students who sign-up to help with Raffle Sales can count 1 Paduan Point or service hour (students must be supervised by parents due to money exchange) per shift. 
• Parents or students can also count any tickets sold to their family's ticket sales total!
• Additional details about raffle ticket sales will be emailed to sellers prior to their shift. 

SIGN-UP AT: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0F45A8AF29A6FC1-53377092-winners#/

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

MONDAYS - Spanish Culture Club, 3:45-4:30 PM.

MONDAYS - Violin Club, 3:45-4:30 PM.

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

WEDNESDAYS - Parent Rosary Group (English) 8:00 AM, PLB Room 204.

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

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

WEDNESDAYS - Run Club, 3:45-4:30 PM, Sports Fields.

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. 

02/02/2025 - MASS | National Catholic Schools Week Mass | Sunday of the 4th Week of Ordinary Time, 9:00 AM, Church

02/02/2025 - MASS | National Catholic Schools Week Mass | Sunday of the 4th Week of Ordinary Time

02/03/2025 - *FREE DRESS | NCSW | Students who wear their uniforms to weekend Mass may have Free Dress on Monday, Feb. 3.

02/03/2025 - ADMISSIONS EVENT | 2025-2026 New Student Applications Open

02/03/2025 - ASSEMBLY | Monday Morning Assembly

02/03/2025 - SPECIAL EVENT | Blessing of the Throats

02/04/2025 - SPIRIT NIGHT | Chipotle, 6538 FM 1488, Magnolia | 4 - 8 PM

02/05/2025 - MASS | Saint Agatha, Virgin and Martyr | 3A, 8:30 AM, Church

02/06/2025 - FIELD TRIP | 4th Grade

02/06/2025 - GALA EVENT | Breakfast Break | Middle School

02/06/2025 - GALA EVENT | Pizza w/the Principals | 3rd - 5th Grade

02/06/2025 - GALA EVENT | Pizza w/the Principals | Kinder - 2nd Grade

02/07/2025 - FREE DRESS | $5 | Supporting Steps for Students

02/07/2025 - GALA EVENT | Pizza w/the Principals | 3rd - 5th Grade

02/07/2025 - GALA EVENT | Pizza w/the Principals | Kinder - 2nd Grade

02/08/2025 - SPECIAL EVENT | Steps for Students | 20 Year Anniversary | https://runsignup.com/apschool25

02/08/2025 - STUDENT EVENT | Sci://Tech Expo | 2nd, 3rd, 4th Grades

02/12/2025 - MASS | Wednesday of the 5th Week of Ordinary Time | 3B, 8:30 AM, Church

02/13/2025 - NO SCHOOL | Spring Conferences – Sign-up for conferences at: https://www.signupgenius.com/tabs/33774D702A6C9E8C71-spring

02/14/2025 - NO SCHOOL | School Holiday

02/17/2025 - NO SCHOOL | Presidents Day/Staff Development

Full Calendar available in FACTS!

To subscribe to our FACTS school calendar copy and paste this URL into your calendar app:

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ST. JOSEPH FOSTER CARE MINISTRY

The St. Joseph Ministry works to connect the parish and community resources with vulnerable families and youth in The Woodlands area. Our parish team seeks to provide material and emotional support and mentorship to parents, families and youth in a variety of difficult circumstances. 

The ministry is hosting an upcoming movie night for SOUND OF HOPE, on Friday, Feb. 7 at Xscape Theatre. Click the button for a flyer with more info.