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Crusader Connection

January 10, 2025


Rejoice always, pray without ceasing,

give thanks in all circumstances

for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus.                

1 Thessalonians 5:16-17


Welcome Back Crusaders!


Rodeo Art Classroom Winners

1A


1st place- Drew S.


2nd place- Boone P.


3rd place- Julian R.



2A


1st place- Alena A.


2nd place- Charlie A.


3rd place- Jace N.



3A


1st place- Avery H.


2nd place- Jonah V.


3rd place- Brooke C.



4A


1st place- Angela H.


2nd place- Shane Paul M.


3rd place- Thomas H.



5A


1st place- Jill M.


2nd place- Ethan E.


3rd place- Cami T.






1B


1st place- Kate S.


2nd place- Neyly G.


3rd place- Aidan G.



2B


1st place- Presley D.


2nd place- Tess R.


3rd place- Anthony B.



3B


1st place- Brooks M.


2nd place- Kori K.


3rd place- Claire V.



4B


1st place-Catherine A.


2nd place- Nikolas A.


3rd place- Natalia C.



5B


1st place- Isabel W.


2nd place- Emilia A.


3rd place- Joe J.

MOVING ONTO THE HLSR RODEO

Private School Contest

1st grade


Juliet K. (1B)


Dyan R. (1B)


2nd grade


Anna Sofia M. (2B)


Eli G. (2B)

3rd grade


Hannah B. (3A)


Joaquin P. (3A)

4th grade


Evelyn J. (4A)


Claire K. (4A)

5th grade


Caitlyn T. (5A)


Aubrey H. (5B)

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

THIS WEEK:


Monday | Jan 13 | Boys Basketball Home vs Epiphany -Boys C team 4:30, JV 5:30, V 6:30pm


Tuesday | Jan 14 | Basketball Home vs Epiphany – Girls - JV 4:30, V 5:30pm


Wednesday | Jan 15 | School Mass


Thursday | Jan 16 | Boys Basketball Home vs St. Theresa - Boys C team 4:30, JV 5:30, V 6:30pm


Friday | Jan 17 | S4S Free Shoe Pass | Boys Basketball Home vs St. Rose - Boys JV 4:30, V 530pm


WEEKLY EVENTS: School Mass, Choir Practice, Traveling Crucifix, Rosary Club, Fill the Fridge by Grade Level, PTO Pizza Friday, Lunch Helpers, After School Programs and Athletics


MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

Jan 16 Girls Basketball @ St. Theresa - Girls JV 4:30pm, V 5:30pm

Jan 20 NO SCHOOL | Presidential Inauguration Day

Jan 22 Girls Basketball @ SAOP - Girls V 4:30pm

Jan 22 Boys Basketball @ Regis - Boys C team 4:30, JV 5:30, V 6:30pm

Jan 23 Home vs St. Martha - Boys

Jan 24 - Jan 31 - Catholic Schools Week

Jan 24 Chili Cook Off and Bake Off

Jan 25 American Heritage Girls Father Daughter Dance

Jan 27 100th Day of School

Jan 28 Pastries with Parents | Girls Basketball @ CTR - Girls V 4:30, Boys JV 5:30, V 6:30

Jan 29 Prospective Family Open House | Boys Basketball @ SAOP Boys Cteam 4:30, JV 5:30, V 6:30pm

Jan 30 Annual Knights of Columbus – Free Throw Contest: After School -

Jan 31 Last Friday of the Month - Crusader Spirit Day

REMINDER NO SCHOOL

January, 20th

in honor of

Martin Luther King, Jr.


All School News



IMPORTANT ATTENDANCE REMINDER!

Thank you for getting your students to school on time.


The school day begins at 8:00 a.m. and all students should be in their classroom at that time. Morning carline ends when the gates are closed. Students arriving after the gates are closed will need to be signed in at the office by their parents. Thank you for getting your students to school on time.

 

If your student is absent, please remember to email the clinic@sacst.org by 8:30am to let us know of your child's absence.



Hey, St. Anne families!

Our lost and found cart is overflowing!

If you’ve noticed your favorite water bottle, your mass shoes, or any other item missing, we invite you to swing by the front office and see Mrs. Apt or visit Coach Carpio in the gym.


Remember to label all your belongings

to help us return them to their owners.

Catholic Schools Week 2025


Each day of Catholic Schools Week we will have a different theme and activity. Through these activities, we focus on the value Catholic education provides to young people and its contributions to our church, our communities and our nation. We will be hosting an open house on Wednesday, January 29 for prospective families to our campus.


Please help us spread the good news about our school and invite your friends to stop by or schedule a tour for another day.

Buy Tickets for Chili Cook-Off or Register Team





Chili Cook-Off


Join us as we kick off Catholic Schools Week and continue to celebrate St. Anne Catholic School’s 40th Anniversary at our Chili Cook-Off on Friday, January 24, 2025, in the gym! If weather permits, we’ll extend the fun outdoors with tents.

 

Gather your friends and family to form a chili team and compete for prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place, and Best School Spirit! Not a cook? No problem—come enjoy a relaxed evening of delicious food and fellowship. The Dad’s Club will serve drinks and hotdogs.

 

Don’t miss our Bake-Off! Bring your favorite desserts—cakes, cupcakes, cookies, or more—and sign up for the competition upon arrival.

 

Mark your calendar for Friday, January 24, 2025 at 6:30pm and join us for a fun-filled celebration. Sign up your team or get your tickets (CLICK HERE) and save the date!

Dads Club Volunteer Sign Up (Here)

Hey Dads,


I hope everyone had a wonderful holiday break and is off to a fantastic start in 2025! St. Anne's Chili Cook-Off is on Friday, January 24th and we are looking for volunteers to help set up and serve.


As a reminder, NO MEETING for January next week. Please let me know if you have any questions and see you at the Cook-Off! 


Ryan Akbar

Dads Club President

sadc@sacst.org

Pastries with Parents


Pastries with Pals is just around the corner, and we couldn't be more excited! Join us on January 28th from 7:00 - 7:40 am in the school gym for this cherished tradition. Enjoy a delicious pastry treat with your students before the school day begins. We would love your help to make this event a success, so please check out the link below to volunteer or donate an item.   We hope to see you there!



Pastries Donations/Volunteer- Sign Up (Here)

Weekly Events

ATTN: 3rd GRADE FAMILIES:

During the month of January , the 3rd grade class has been scheduled to help "Fill the Fridge" for our wonderful teachers and staff. The attached flyer has examples of snacks and drinks, but any items you would like to contribute would be greatly appreciated.


Please bring donations to the front office from now until the end of the month. You can also order on Amazon and have them delivered to the school if it is easier. 


Let's show them how much we appreciate all that they do! Thank you for your support in helping us "Fill the Fridge".

Traveling Crucifix Sign-Up Link

Traveling Crucifix


Your prayers are essential to support those who nurture our children in all of the programs and activities provided by our school. The traveling crucifix is a school –wide effort to pray for vocations and our students, families, teachers, staff members, and volunteers, as they engage their daily work in education.

The crucifix will be presented to your family at the conclusion of Mass. We ask that you return it to the school office the following Tuesday.

For questions, please email or call the school office at 281-351-0093.

Rosary Club


When: Every Wednesday


Time: 7-7:40 am


Where: Red Building


Please email Mrs. Blackburn to sign your students up at

jblackburn@sacst.org

DEVELOPMENT CORNER

After School Programs


Registration for the next session of after school programs is now open! See the flyers for details.


Steps for Students



Are you ready to run? Race day is Saturday, February 8th. All students who raise $100 will receive a FREE St. Anne Steps for Students shirt!

 

Can’t join us at the race? No problem – hit the snooze and participate in the fun at school! Registration fees contribute directly to our fundraising goal, along with donations.

 

We currently have 42% registered – our goal is 100%. All classes that achieve at least 90% registration will earn an ice cream or hot chocolate party. Let’s go Crusaders!


Steps for Students Sign UP

Stay tuned for our next issue of the

Gala Newsletter!


Calling all business owners!

Place an ad in our 40th Anniversary Gala program

for as little as $25. See flyer for details.

Ticket sales are OPEN!

Get your tickets here today!

GALA


Get your tickets for the biggest event of the year here: https://onecau.se/sacs40

 

We are still accepting donations for the auction:

 

  • Vacation homes
  • Tickets to the Astros, Texans, etc
  • Tickets to the symphony, theatre, etc
  • Know someone who owns a restaurant that might want to donate a dinner for 2?

 

Thank you for your support in making this a memorable event!


Smart Families Newsletter

What's for Lunch?


Monday through Thursday

Pizza Friday

Volunteers Needed

email: pto@sacst.org

School Eatery

School Code: ANNE

Parents pay directly online

PTO FUNDRAISER

Pizza Ordering Guide (here)

Easy online ordering on Family Portal

Volunteer to help sort lunch on Monday - Thursday


Hot Lunch Link

Orders must be placed through their WEBSITE

before 8am

Orders must be placed through the Family Portal by the posted deadlines.


Access to the online family portal will be open on

January 31 through February 4 to order February lunches.

Volunteer for a pizza team


Pizza Friday Link

FRIENDLY REMINDERS

ABSENCES


Parents are required to contact the school office at clinic@sacst.org to confirm a student absence - a voicemail message is acceptable notice. Please call the school office at 281-351-0093 ext. 107. Parents/guardians of students marked absent without notification will be called by the Office to confirm the absence.  


Reminder: All early checkouts must be done prior to 3:00 pm. Early dismissal of students is discouraged and should be kept to a minimum as instruction continues until 3:27 p.m. for all students. If you need to pick up your child early, you MUST pick him/her up in the school office no later than 3:00 p.m. Please allow 15 minutes to pick up your student. 

VISITORS & VOLUNTEERS


Access to school building during school hours is through the main entrance only. All visitors, including school parents are required to check in through the school office and show valid picture identification. Visitors approved to enter the building will be issued name tags that must be worn while on campus, including the gym.

We want to see your pictures!


Please take a moment to share your best photos with the yearbook class by clicking on this direct link: https://photos.jostens.com/JCZGDA.


Your contributions will help us create a rich and diverse yearbook that reflects the warmth and community spirit of St. Anne, making it a keepsake for years to come!

Pre-Order Yearbooks


Yearbooks are available for pre-order now.

Yearbook $35.00

St. Anne Catholic School Direct link: 

https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09893075

Recognition Ad

Yearbook Ads are the perfect way to commemorate achievements and celebrate milestones. See details (here) to purchase your ad online. Thank you for your support of the 2024-2025 Yearbook Team.

Around the Parish and Community

Frassati Catholic January Open House - January 15


The Frassati Catholic Open House is the perfect event for 6th-8th grade students and families interested in becoming Frassati Falcons. On Wednesday, January 15, 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.



WILL YOU GO ALL IN?

LOVE GOD'S WILL

CLICK HERE to see updates

CMG Safe Haven Training and Background Check

Required – CMG Safe Haven Training and Background Check

 

We are so excited about the upcoming 2024-2025 school year, and we are thankful for everyone who volunteers their time and talents to St. Anne Catholic School. The students, teachers and parents really appreciate all the hard work that is put into making all our events a success.


All volunteers and staff must be CMG Safe Haven trained to work with children within the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. Please plan time to take the online, self-paced, Safe Environment Course (CMG Connect). This course certification is entirely free, online, easy to complete, and valid for five years.

 

Click on the link below to register. You will not need to print the certificate since all your training completion dates are retained in the system. If you have any questions or need some assistance, please  email Elizabeth Dailey in the school office.

 

Click here to register for CMG Safe Haven Training

 

IMPORTANT NOTES

You will be required to complete a criminal background check as part of the registration process. 

 

Under the Affiliation tab answer the following questions:

·       “Primary Parish/School” – Answer: St. Anne Catholic School - Tomball

·       “Select A Role” – Answer: Volunteer.

·        “I participate as a/an” – Answer: #2 Volunteer (Church/Archdiocesan Catholic School)

 

From your Dashboard – Click: Start Safe Environment Mandatory Training– Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.

 

On the last page of the curriculum, submit your background check information. Please enter your name as listed on your government issued identification.

 

·        Note: The training will remain In Progress until your background check is processed and reviewed by the Archdiocese. This can take up to 2 weeks.

 

St. Anne Catholic Church

St. Anne Church Bulletin

MASS TIMES:

WEDNESDAY | 8:30 AM and 6:30PM

THURSDAY | 8:30 AM

FRIDAY | 8:30 AM (Anointing of the Sick after Mass)

SATURDAY | 5:00 PM English |

    First Saturday of the Month Mass 8:00 AM

SUNDAY |8:00 AM and 10:00 AM English

12:00 PM (Noon) Spanish



RECONCILIATION:

THURSDAYS | 5:00-6:00 PM | Church - Corpus Christi Chapel


EUCHARISTIC ADORATION:

THURSDAYS | After 8:30 AM Mass until 6:00 PM


PATRIOTIC ROSARY | via Zoom every Monday at 6:00 PM (rtcmelia@gmail.com)

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