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December 8 | Second Sunday of Advent
In the Christmas rush, we may forget for whom we prepare or why we prepare. The Advent candles remind us that Jesus is the light of the world. Each Sunday of Advent, we light another candle as we get closer and closer to Christmas, the moment Jesus brought light into our darkness. Let us pray. 🙏🏼 Holy Spirit, let me recognize Jesus as the light of my life, and help me to never be separated from Him! Amen.
- Join your parish in daily prayer. Click Here to view an Advent Flyer from Hallow
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Click Here for the 2024 Advent Calendar from the USCCB
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School Calendar
We want to make sure you never miss any of our exciting school events. Our calendar is constantly updated with the most up to date information, so you can always stay informed. Click Here to view our school calendar.
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Service Calendar
We are excited to share the details of our school-wide service activities for the month of December. Mother Teresa's profound belief that "a worthwhile life is one that is lived in the service of others" resonates deeply within our school community. Together, let us embrace the call to serve and honor the teachings of Mother Teresa through our actions and commitment to helping others.
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December 11: Service Club students are are wrapping presents for the Pasco Family Shelter.
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December 13: Parent Volunteers are delivering presents to the Pasco Family Shelter.
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School Hours
Regular School Day: 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Early Dismissal Day: 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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Science
Our 6th grade students are comparing the earth's weight to the moon's weight.
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Language Arts
Our 8th students are learning about Carlos Acutis by playing ‘The Game Of Life,’ which they created.
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Thanksgiving Food Drive
We want to thank everyone for participating in our Thanksgiving food drive. Together, we collected 693 pounds of food and our parent and student volunteers delivered the food to the St. Vincent de Paul food pantry at Our Lady of the Rosary parish. Thank you for your support!
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Christmas Program
We are thrilled to announce that our Christmas program was a tremendous success, bringing joy and festive spirit to our school community. A heartfelt thank you goes out to our music teacher, Mrs. Rowland, along with all the dedicated teachers, staff, and volunteers who poured their time and effort into creating a memorable evening for everyone.
We would also like to extend a special thank you to Chase White, Dillon Mays, Nick Holst, Luke Swope, Mrs. Caraker, and Mrs. St. Charles, whose contributions were invaluable. A special mention goes to baby Waylon, who played the role of Jesus, and the Berg family for their generous prop donations, which added a wonderful touch to the production. Together, we created an unforgettable experience that highlighted the spirit of Christmas and the incredible talent that our students have. Thank you all for your support and enthusiasm!
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NJHS's Christmas Tree Raffle
Our NJHS is doing a Christmas tree raffle. Purchase a raffle ticket to have a chance at winning your favorite 4" decorated, themed Christmas tree along with a present. One ticket costs $1. Buy 5 tickets and get a 6th one free! NJHS members will collect money each morning before prayer in the classrooms. Proceeds benefiting NJHS Tampa Hope dinner service. Tickets will be drawn on December 17th. Click Here to View Flyer.
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Pictures with Santa
Santa is coming to MTC on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. The deadline to sign up for photos is Wednesday, December 11th. ll Students May Wear Christmas Attire. We cannot accept late registrations. Click Here to Register
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Christmas Bazaar
The Annual MTC Christmas Bazaar is right around the corner. This event is held during school hours and is an opportunity for students to shop for parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, siblings, pets, teachers and friends. The shoppe will be open starting December 11th and end on December 17th.
Click Here to Volunteer
Click Here to Purchase Online Gift Certificate
Click Here to View Class Schedule
Click Here to View Flyer
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Early Bird Yearbook Sale!
Get your 2024-2025 Yearbook at the BEST price! Order by December 31, 2024, and get your yearbook for just $25! Don’t Wait and buy your yearbook today. Recognition Ads are for 8th Grade students only.
How to Order:
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Visit MTC YEARBOOK
- Click “order My Yearbook”
- Submit payment — it's that easy!
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MTC Choir
MTC choir is starting up again! On Tuesday, 12/10 Mrs. Rowland will meet with only the Intermediate choir members (grades 3-5) from 7-7:45 AM. Students arriving after 7:15 AM will not be permitted to enter the music room.
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Eucharistic Congress
Save the date for the Diocese of St. Petersburg's Eucharistic Congress. Click Here to View Flyer.
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Continuous Enrollment
A friendly reminder that our school has ContinuousEnrollment. Continuous Enrollment eliminates the need for re-enrollment each year. Please see the details below regarding the enrollment fee for the 25-26 school year. In addition, please help us keep your demographic information current in the FACTS family portal.
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Re-Enrollment Fee for the 25-26 School Year
The re-enrollment fee is $600 per student. The fee is non-refundable and is used for books, curriculum, and technology. Paying the re-enrollment fee secures a spot for your child for the next school year. The re-enrollment fee is collected in one installment due in January. If your incidental billing is on auto pay, the fee will be automatically deducted on the due date. If not, you must log into your FACTS account to pay the fee.
We kindly remind families who will not be returning to notify us at least one week before the re-enrollment fee is due. Families that notify us after are responsible for the non-refundable $600 re-enrollment fee and potentially the first month of the next year’s tuition. To notify us, please email Mrs. DeMicheli here.
We appreciate your continued support and partnership in ensuring a successful academic year for your child. If you have any questions or concerns about the re-enrollment process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Mrs. DeMicheli.
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School Pictures
Don’t forget to order your school pictures at shop.jostenspix.com! A portion of the sales go back to MTC.
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Service Hours
Families are required to complete 10 volunteer hours for one student or 20 volunteer hours for 2 or more children. Those who fail to meet this requirement will be charged $20.00 for each hour missed.Service hours are self-reported in the FACTS Family Portal. Click Here for Instructions.
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Math Help
Ms. Zummo will begin offering Math Help for grades 6-8 and Mrs. Galvis for grades 3-5. Click the links below for information and to sign up.
Click Here to Sign Up for Grades 3-5
Click Here to Sign Up for Grades 6-8
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Keep Me Home If...
Please help us reduce illness exposure to our classmates and teachers and keep your kids home if they exhibit any signs and symptoms of sickness. We want everyone to stay safe and healthy. Keep your child at home if he/she...
- Has a fever, has vomited, has diarrhea, is coughing or sneezing, has lice, has a rash, does not feel well and cannot participate in normal activities, has been sick over the weekend and is still exhibiting symptoms.
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Lunch
Lunch menus will be available one month in advance and close on Fridays at noon. If your child is absent, please complete the lunch cancellation request form here. Lunches must be canceled by 8:00 a.m. to receive credit for that day. For questions, feel free to contact Ms. Katy Archer. Click Here for Ordering Instructions
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Arrival and Dismissal Reminders
- No early pick-up from the office between 2:30p.m.-3:00p.m.
- Stay in your car, we will help the children.
- No passing, single lane only.
- For carline and club dismissal: When the car in front of you begins to move, it is important to closely follow their lead. This practice ensures a smooth flow in carline and minimizes the gaps between vehicles.
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Rainy Day or Heat Advisory Dismissal (105 degrees). We will announce rainy/heat day dismissals via a text message from FACTS. On these special days, find the nearest area to to park. Do not leave your car parked in the carline. Please wait in your car until 2:55 p.m. when we will open the gate. There’s no need to line up; we encourage you to stay in your air-conditioned car until the moment you can walk straight in. During storms, we will hold your child in the classroom until you feel that it is safe to get out of your car to pick up your child.
- Late Pick Up Fee:
- Late after 3:30p.m on regular days and 12:00p.m. on half-days.
- 1st: $25, 2nd: $25 plus a $1 per minute, 3rd: $25 plus $5 per minute
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Demographic Information
It is important for the school to have accurate demographic information for all parents and guardians. Please login to the Facts Family Portal to check/update your information. Click family and then family demographic form.
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Slow Down when you arrive and leave campus - This is VERY important!!!!
We urge you to please slow down when you arrive and leave campus. We each share in the responsibility to keep everyone safe. A costly accident or injury is not worth the few minutes saved by speeding. Please do not turn into the housing development/Salvation Army at the intersection of Van Dyke/Lakeshore to avoid the left turn signal.
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MTC Family Handbook
The purpose of the MTC Handbook is to acquaint students and parents with general school information and procedures. Please review this handbook as a family and discuss the purpose of school, the value of education, and the importance of positive behavior. We know you share our commitment to academic excellence and positive growth.
Click Here to View Our Updated Family Handbook
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Accessing Academic Grades
All academic grades are published in RenWeb except for Library/Media Skills (Accelerated Reader) grades. Click Here to Access All Grade Information
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MTC Business Directory
MTC is blessed to have so many successful, entrepreneurial and creative parents and alumni. Click Here to View Directory. Click Here to Participate
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Website
Our school has two websites. www.mtctampa.org is used for admissions and www.mtctampa.org/parents is used for current parent communication. The parent site is password protected. The password is: mtccrusaders (lowercase)
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FACTS
FACTS is the system that we utilize for enrollment, student information, and finance. Parents use the FACTS Family Portal for student grades, lunch, household demographic and financial information. Renweb was the former name for FACTS, so if you hear the term Renweb, we are referring to the FACTS Family Portal.
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