Bi-Weekly Newsletter - Vol. XIV: Issue 5 - October 25, 2026

Important Info

FACTS & Tuition Info

Campus Life & Fine Arts

Athletics

Calendar of Events

Academic Info

Q2 Progress Reports

Grades will be submitted by teachers on Monday, November 9 for Progress Reports. A student may regain eligibility if failing at Q1 Report Card. Also, Middle School students can become ineligibile if failing one or more classes at Progress Reports.


College Advising

High School students the College Advising page is being updated by Ms. Thiessen. College reps continue to visit during select lunches. Subscribe to our calendar or check out the PCS Weekly.

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Student Services Contacts

Mrs. Veronica Estrella '90, Counselor (A-K) x214, vestrella@providencecatholicschool.net

Ms. Vangie Rendon, Counselor (L-Z) x213, vrendon@providencecatholicschool.net

Ms. Claire Thiessen, College & Career Counselor x210, cthiessen@providencecatholicschool.net

Mr. Jose Hernandez, Dean of Students x211, jhernandez@providencecatholicschool.net


Regular Office Hours

  • Monday through Friday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM 


Important Links:


Check the PCS Weekly for any additional academic reminders or changes.

What's Happening On Campus 📢

Meet Skellie & Bone-ita!

Provet TV ran a special highlight about our Skeleton friends that have been popping up around campus this month! We are going to be sad to see them disappear after Halloween!

Teachers & Staff Learn too!

In October, our Faculty & Staff have had two Friday afternoon professional development times to engage in the academic and overall goals to improve our campus. Pictured is a group of teachers during one session brainstorming needs and skills observed by grade level.


We also want to thank presenters from PACE (Proactive Assessment; Calculated Engagement) for the interactive Safety & Stop the Bleed Training.

6th Grade Art Class

Our 6th graders are making paper mache Monsters in Art Class with Mrs. Ortiz!

Important Info for Parents/Guardians

🎫🎟️CATHOLIC LIFE RAFFLE TIME!🎟️🎫

Our annual Catholic Life Raffle Tickets will be going home with students on Tuesday, November 3, 2026! Information for incentives and official prizes will be included. All families are required to sell or purchase $160 (32 tickets) as part of tuition agreement. Deadline to sell tickets and turning stubs and payment is January 12, 2027


Hope for the Future (HFF) 26-27 Award Cycle has ENDED

If you have applied for HFF and did not receive an award, appeals may be sent to hfftuitionassistance@archsa.org with supporting documentation. Appeals must include the Application number and the Last Name and First Name in the Subject line.


If you need any assistance with this, please contact our front office or email Business Manager.

Refer a Prospective Family to us!

Providence has a referral program. Current families who refer a new student to us will recieve a $500 tuition credit on their account in January. (The new student must list the current student or person's name on the application, and the new student must attend Providence for a full semester before the credit is applied to the referral. Referral credit is not applied to the new student.) Applications for the 2027-2028 School Year are OPEN!


Contact Enrollment Director Kat Chavarria with any information about a prospective family.

Recent Events

NAWBO begins again

Providence has 9 juniors and seniors working on a Business Plan through the NAWBO program this year. The students have attended their first session at Palo Alto to begin to learn networking skills and get ideas from other on their plan. They have also had one mentoring session with a local female business owner, Sanda Pina CPA on campus.

Muertos Fest Community Altar

This year, Providence’s Spanish Honor Society sponsored a community altar at Hemisfair’s Muertos Fest, October 23-25.

This year’s altar honors our 75th Anniversary and the dedication of the Sisters of Divine Providence of Texas! We are thankful to stand on the shoulders of our departed sisters. Here's to 75 more years of a high quality all-girls Catholic education!

Flyers & Upcoming Events

Calling All Artists!


As Providence Catholic School’s 75th Anniversary celebration continues, we invite alumnae, current students, faculty, staff, and members of the Providence community to share their creativity and artistic talents in celebration of this historic milestone.


We are seeking original works that reflect the themes of our anniversary year: Honoring Heritage, Strengthening Sisterhood, and Leading for Tomorrow. Submissions may include a wide variety of artistic mediums, including photography, collage, mixed media, painting, drawing, digital art, and more.


The Providence Art Department will curate a special exhibition of selected works, which will be showcased on campus November 13-14.


Learn More Here



This year's Fall Play is Silent Sky by Lauren Gunderson. The true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt explores a woman’s place in society during a time of immense scientific discoveries, in a play whose narrative spans from the heavens to the earth. Make plans to attend - November 13 & 14 at 7:00 PM.

Red Ribbon Week - October 26-30


This week is Red Ribbon Week! All students are encouraged to participate in fun dress up days and take part in the Say No to Drugs activities hosted by our Student Council during lunches!

🎃Halloween Dress Up is TUESDAY! Purchase dress up privilege from Sophomore Class for $5


Flex Friday, October 30 - Provet Puff


All students are welcome to join us for a Flag Football (7 on 7) competition between the high school classes. A pep rally will be begin in Glahn Gym at 9am. ALL STUDENTS are required to sign in when they arrive on campus. The front office is open at 7am. Middle School students are permitted to attend to watch, or may attend tutoring. Bring your own water bottle. No backpacks.


Games will be played on Central Catholic's Herrera Park (Side Field) from 9:30-12:30pm. Concessions items will be sold by the Sophomore and Junior class as they raise funds to host Semi-formal and Prom.


Wear your class colors! Athletic shorts and tennis shoes required. Jewelry not allowed for those participating in the game.


Athletics Trunk-or-Treat & Haunted House - Thursday October 29th

Join Providence Athletics for a spooky evening of fun at the NCC from 6–9 p.m. October 29th! Enjoy a haunted house, food, and a Trunk-or-Treat featuring a trunk decorating contest. This event is FREE and open to the public!


Please note that food and haunted house admission will be available for an additional cost. We look forward to a fun-filled evening with the Providence community!


Families can purchase a parking spot on campus, decorate their vehicles, and compete for first, second, or third place. Reserve your Trunk or Treat spot here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/409094EAEA62EA1F58-65363475-trunk?useFullSite=true#/

Athletics

Athletics

Volleyball Seasons Wrap Up!

Congratulations to our A team who finished 2nd in District and lost a tough match to OLPH in the Quarterfinals of the Class AA AIAL Playoffs. Thank you to all of the student-athletes and volunteers who helped host the AIAL playoffs last week at Providence. We hosted 12 schools over 3 days.


High School Basketball season begins on Monday, October 26th. See Head Coach Alex De La Garza if you have any questions.


Middle School Basketball season begins on November 2nd. Sign up during MS PE classes will be this week!

High School Cross Country heads to State

Our high school cross country runners will compete at the TAPPS State Cross Country meet in Waco on Monday, October 26th. We wish them safe travels and good luck!


Special shout out to Senior Abby Montz who has committed to Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas. All are invited to celebrate her signing on November 11, 2026 after school.

On Sunday, November 8th, 2026, join us for the 10th Annual Providence Athletics Golf Tournament! Proceeds from the golf tournament will go toward completing the replacement of the bleachers in Glahn Gymnasium. We are seeking support in both Sponsors and Team Registration!


Check on the website for more info

Calendar

Monday, October 26

Red Ribbon Week Activities begin - Theme:Pajama Day: Put drugs to bed!

TAPPS XC State Championship (Waco, TX)

HS Basketball Begins

Bennington College- 1st lunch & Southwestern University- 3rd lunch

HS StuCo Meeting 3:15 Room 202

Fall Play Rehearsal 3:30-6p Provet Cafe


Tuesday, October 27

Theme:Halloween Costume Dress Up: Say Boo to Drugs!

Purchase dress up privilege $5 from Sophomore Class


Wednesday, October 28

Theme:On Wednesdays, we wear pink: Keep it fetch, stay drug-free!

Fall Play Rehearsal 3:30-6:00p Provet Cafe


Thursday, October 29

Theme:Twin Thursday: Twice the fun, ZERO Drugs!

Catholic College Tour 11:30a-12:30p (Juniors & Seniors only @ CCHS)

Middle School Halloween Party 2:15-3:05p in Provet Cafe hosted by 6th grade

PCS Haunted House & Trunk or Treat 6:30-9:30p hosted by Booster Club


Friday, October 30

Theme:I'm Drug Free! Star MVP: Wear Class Colors!

Faculty & Staff Meeting 8a in Provet Cafe

Class Meetings 9a

Annual Provet Puff 9:30a-12:30p

Fall Play Rehearsal 2-5p in Provet Cafe


Saturday, October 31

Happy Halloween!


Sunday, November 1

All Saints Day

HS Bowling Match 1p @ Astro Superbowl


Monday, November 2 - MA Schedule

All Souls Day

Senior Sunrise - Class of 2026

Sister Antionette Drive will be closed to traffic until 7:30a

Mass 8:15a in Glahn Gym - 6th Grade (Saints Mass)

Seniors depart for Senior Retreat at 2p

Fall Play Rehearsal 3:30-6:00 Provet Cafe


Tuesday, November 3

Election Day

Catholic Life Raffle Ticket Sales Begin - Check your daughter's backpack!

HS Volleyball vs John Paul ll 5/6p https://bit.ly/ProvetTickets


Wednesday, November 4

TAPPS Winter Transfer Deadline

Senior Return from Senior Retreat at 2p

Fall Play Rehearsal 3:30-6:00 Provet Cafe

PCA General Meeting 6p in Provet Cafe Zoom Link


Thursday, November 5

PCA Blue & White Dress for in-person attendees

HS Basketball @ Holy Cross 5:30p


Friday, November 6

Flex Friday Noon Dismissal for all except 6th grade

6th Grade - Retreat in NCC 8a-2p *Bring sack lunch

Grade 7/8/9/10 - Service Projects/Guidance

Grades 10/11/12 - AP Exam Prep 8a-12p *Assigned classes

*No Lunch Service available

*Supervision available until 4p

HS Swim @ SWISD Meet 3p

Academic Council Meeting 1p in Room 103


Saturday, November 7

Archdiocese Centennial Celebration -100 years - Mass 4p @ Wolff Stadium


Sunday, November 8

10th Annual Providence Golf Tournament Register Here


The PCS Weekly link will have the most up-to-date information.

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