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I am looking forward to seeing all of our Bearcats back on campus Monday, August 14th. Here’s to exploring new opportunities, making new friends, and
having fun!
God Bless and Go Bearcats!
- Mrs. Garza
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Parents may walk their children in on the first day. |
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New Student/Family Orientation
New Families and students are invited to join us on Friday, August 11th.
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Meet the Teacher
Friday, August 11th
12-2 PM
6th-8th grade will pick up
Chromebooks in their homerooms.
3rd-5th will receive them after school starts.
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Cheers & Tears
Back to School Coffee
Please join us on Monday, August 14th immediately following 8AM Mass for breakfast and coffee in the small gym. Homeroom Parent interest forms will be available at the coffee.
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Please note there has been a change to Pre-K4 & DK morning carpool dropoff & early dropoff for Pre-K4 & DK. There has also been a calendar update (10/13 is now a half day & 12/20 is a full day). Please make sure to review the perpetual calendar.
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2023-2024 Back to School Guide
Check out our Back To School Guide for Mrs. Garza's welcome letter. The guide is filled with general information and links to help you start the school year on the right track! Please take some time to review the information. This is also posted under Quick Links on stmonicaschool.org.
First Day of School is
MONDAY, AUGUST 14TH!
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Dress Uniform Requirements
Dress uniforms are required for our first K-8 All School Mass on Tuesday, August 15th
Click each image for more grade-level details.
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Need more uniform details???
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- Aug. 11 - Meet the Teacher
- Aug. 11 - New Student Orientation
- Aug. 11-13 - Cheer Camp
- Aug. 14 - First Day of School
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Aug. 14 - Parent Back to School Mass (students do not attend this Mass)
- Aug. 14 - Cheers & Tears Back to School Coffee after Mass
- Aug. 15 - All School Mass K-8 @ 9:45AM
- Aug. 15 - Volleyball Tryouts (5th & 6th)
- Aug. 16 - Volleyball Tryouts (7th & 8th)
- Aug. 17 - Dads' Club Meeting
- Aug. 19 - Back to School Picnic
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Back To School Nights
Make sure to mark your calendars! All Back to School Nights start at 6:30PM and will meet briefly in the cafeteria before going to classrooms!!
Monday, Aug. 21st: Pre-K & DK
Tuesday, Aug. 22nd: K-2nd
Wednesday, Aug. 23rd: 3rd-5th
Thursday, Aug. 24th: 6th-8th
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After School Program Registration
Is now open for the 2023-2024 school year!
More information about after school care can be found on our website under "Campus Life".
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Below is an explanation of forms that need to be submitted before the start of school or throughout the school year. All forms can be downloaded from here or from the
school website on the " Parents" tab.
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Asthma Action Plan or Allergy Action Plan: If your child has Asthma or a severe Allergy (food, insects, etc.) an Asthma or Allergy Action Plan must be completed by your physician and submitted to the clinic along with the prescribed medication and the Medication Request Form.
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The Diocese of Dallas Health History– the immunization record provided by your physician is an acceptable substitute. Immunizations, as required by the Texas Department of Health, must be current for your child to attend class.
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Immunization Requirements for the current school year.
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Documenting History of Illness: Varicella (Chickenpox) this form should be submitted only if your child had Chickenpox disease.
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Medication Permit Form – This form is to be submitted if your child will be taking a prescription medication at school.
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Athletic Physical – a physical is required for all students in grades 5th – 8th who are going to participate in sports/cheerleading. The physical must be submitted before participation in the sport. The physical expires one year from the date listed on the form.
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2023-2024 Perpetual Calendar
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2023-2024 School Supplies
Most school supplies are included in your fees. Only a few supplemental items are needed. This information can be found on the " Parents" tab at stmonicaschool.org. |
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Lunch Program
All students may bring their lunch to school. K-8th grade students also can purchase lunch through our lunch provider, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner.
Pre-K and DK must bring their lunch.
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner will be importing all new students. We will share more details once the import is complete.
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Safe Environment Training
is required for any volunteer to be on campus. If you have not done Safe Environment training at St. Monica, now is a great time to start the process.
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Library Volunteers
Safe Environment cleared volunteers are needed to help in the library.
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Spirit Store
Friday, August 11th in the cafeteria
during Meet the Teacher and Saturday, August 19th at the Back to School Picnic
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Fall Athletic Sports Shirts
Available online until Friday, August 18th
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Band (4-8)
Mark your calendars for the Band Parent Meeting! We are excited to offer Beginner and Concert Band this year.
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Choir (3-8)
The St. Monica Children’s Choirs are open to children in 3rd through 8th grade. These ensembles meet weekly to rehearse during the school year and sing at several concerts, contests, and liturgies throughout the year. Make sure to check out our parish children's choir too.
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Chess Club (K-8)
We are excited to begin registration for this year’s chess program for Fall 2023. The Knight School will be leading St. Monica’s chess team this year. Our SMS students will be learning the royal game and enjoying themselves!
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Bearcat Bots (3-8)
Our robotics club aims to instill STEM education through hands-on Robotics experience. The study of Robotics will incorporate three pillars of STEM - Think (think of ideas on how to design a robot efficiently), Do (build a robot and operate), and Test (test solutions and compete).
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Drama Kids (K-5)
We are excited to have Drama Kids International return for the 2023-2024 school year. Drama Kids International will be offering programs for K-5th grades. Students will develop important confidence-building skills that will help them personally and academically.
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Junior Author Camp
Bring your imagination to publication through the exciting process of writing and illustrating a professionally published, hardcover book!
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Best Book Club Ever
Students will have a great time reading books they like while boosting lifelong skills. Build interest and confidence in reading while exploring genres, exchanging ideas, and enjoying exciting activities!
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Dads' Club General Meeting
Thursday, August 17th @7PM
Sparkman Clubhouse
"If you're a Dad you're in the club"
3366 Duchess Trail
Mark your calendars for the first meeting of the 23-24 school year.
You won't want to miss out on Luis Pina's famous tacos!
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Help your child connect with classmates by wearing his/her grade’s spirit color:
Pre-K - Pink
Kinder - Purple
1st - Orange
2nd - Yellow
3rd - Green
4th - Silver/Gray
5th - Red
6th - White
7th - Carolina Blue
8th - Navy Blue
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PTO Annual Back to School Picnic
Please join us on Saturday, August 19th, after the 5PM Mass.
Meet new friends, reconnect with old friends, and start the 2023-2024 school year off right!
DJ Geoff will have the party rocking with music and games, and the
SMS Cheerleaders will be supplying the
Bearcat spirit!
We are excited to see everyone! The Knights of Columbus will be grilling burgers and hot dogs outside this year with all the proceeds going back to SMS! Food trucks will also be on hand and will donate a portion of their proceeds to SMS PTO!
As always, you are welcome to brown-bag your own dinner.
Hope to see you all there!
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Saturday, October 14, 2023
Noon-9:30 pm
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What is Autumnfest?
Autumnfest is St. Monica's annual carnival and PTO's only fundraiser. The operating budget for the PTO vastly depends on Autumnfest. Programs such as Catholic Schools Week, Teacher Appreciation, Field Day, Scholarships and Awards, Playground Equipment, School Library, Science Labs, and so much more are made possible because of our success. However, without generous donations and sponsorships from our families and the local community, we lose the ability to offer these programs. Any contributions provided will be greatly appreciated and used for the benefit of the kids!
Stay tuned for more information.
CLICK HERE to purchase shirts, wristbands, and tickets
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Little Hawks Camp
September 15th from 4:30-6:30PM
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Fall Sports Registration (5th-8th Grade)
Volleyball Tryout Dates
5th Grade: August 15th 4:00-5:30 pm
6th Grade: August 15th 5:30-7:00 pm
7th Grade: August 16th 4:00-5:30 pm
8th Grade: August 16th 5:30-7:00 pm
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Celebrating St. Monica:
We will have 40 hours of adoration beginning Thursday, August 24th at 4PM to Saturday, August 26th at 8AM. Please visit stmonicachurch.org to sign up for adoration. Saturday, August 26th
8:15 AM - Procession*
9:30 AM - Mass (no 8AM Mass)
10:30 AM - Pancakes**
*Children are asked to dress in white & bring flower petals.
**Provided by KofC, donations accepted
Sunday, August 27th
Veneration of St. Monica & St. Augustine's Relics 8 AM-6:30 PM in the chapel
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Did you know the parish has a monthly newsletter?
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St. Monica Catholic School
Pre-K (3) - 8th Grade
4140 Walnut Hill Lane
Dallas, TX 75229
P (214) 351-5688
F (214) 352-2608
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