Dear St. Anne Catholic School Parents,

We are excited to share important updates regarding Catholic Schools Week, tuition rates for the upcoming academic year, and our continuous enrollment process.

Catholic Schools Week Activities:

We look forward to celebrating the unique value of Catholic education during Catholic Schools Week. Here are some key events:

• Tonight: Join us for the Chili Cookoff and enjoy a time of community and fellowship.
• Saturday, 5:00 PM: Our Catholic Schools Week Mass. Students are encouraged to wear their school uniforms to mass this weekend.
• Monday: we start Nickel Wars, proceeds will go to our very own St. Vincent de Paul food pantry.
• Tuesday Morning: Don’t miss Pastries with Pals, a fun way to connect with the community.
• Wednesday: We will participate in the Patriotic Rosary following school mass. We will also host Future Family Open House during the school day and into the evening. Please invite family and friends to visit our campus to learn about the wonderful opportunities available at St. Anne Catholic School.
• Thursday: Students, faculty, staff and parents are invited to participate in Adoration.

Be sure to check the schedule below details of activities throughout the week.

2025-2026 School Year Registration:

Registration for the 2025-2026 academic year begins on the following dates:

• Monday, January 27th: For current students and their siblings. Look for an email on Monday with details.
• Friday, January 31st: For new families.

We will once again use the Continuous Enrollment process, which automatically re-enrolls all current students.

• The 2025-2026 Tuition and Fee Schedule has been sent via email and is also available on our website.
• To secure enrollment for your children and siblings before registration opens to new families, please update your re-enrollment packets through the Family Portal by February 14, 2025.
• Registration fees for 2025-2026 will be billed via FACTS on February 17, 2025.

STEPS for Students:

Don’t forget to sign up for the STEPS for Students initiative! We’re making great progress toward our goal of 100% participation. Check below for details on how you can join.

Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to Catholic education. Together, we foster a nurturing environment where faith and learning thrive.

Sincerely in Christ,

Kendall Shamas, Ed. D

See the Catholic Schools Week Crusader Connection for complete list of all that is happening this week.

THIS WEEK:

Friday | Jan 24 | | Chili Cook Off and Bake Off

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 24 - Jan 31 - Catholic Schools Week

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

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.

Stay tuned for our next issue of the

Gala Newsletter!

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.

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.

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.