Footsteps

St. Catherine of Siena ECEC news & updates

Volume 7 Issue 1

Parent Orientation

Monday August 16th Parent Orientation Night/Supply drop off Last names A-M 6:30-8:30 PM Students welcome

Tuesday August 17th Parent Orientation Night/Supply drop off Last names N-Z 6:30-8:30 PM Students welcome

Student Orientation

Thursday August 19th Student Orientation Day 8 AM-

11 AM Last names A-M

Friday August 20th Student Orientation Day 8 AM- 11 AM Last names N-Z

*Students only at orientation. No extended day services available on these two days.

First Week of School

Monday August 23rd First Week of school-Students resume their normal schedules

Welcome!

School will begin before you know it! We are so excited and have been busy preparing for another wonderful year filled with new experiences. We know that many are just as eager as we are for the new year so we hope that this newsletter is filled with helpful information.

Below you will find details on room assignments, supply lists, teacher bio's, Extended Day and other FAQ's. There will be an additional newsletter closer to the start of school which will have specific procedures that will help you navigate the beginning of the year.

School Year 2021-2022 Calendar

Teacher Updates

Ms. Mary Wilk is now Mrs. Mary Isaac! She got married this summer and is beginning a new adventure in Pennsylvania. We are so sad to see her move away but we are thrilled that she is happy, healthy and following her heart. She wants to convey that she will miss all of you and enjoyed her time here. Congratulations Mrs. Mary! <3

Ms. Kristyn had a little baby boy over the summer. His name is Mac and he is darling! Congratulations Ms. Kristyn! Congratulations also go out to Lila on the birth of your brother.

Ms. Karissa Ferrell has joined our class as the PK1 Lead Teacher. This is her 25th year teaching and we are so pleased to have her join our faculty!

Extended Day and FAQ's

Extended Day hours will begin Monday August 23rd. 6 AM-7:45 AM and 3 PM-6 PM. More information about this program will be in the next newsletter.

JFS/PFCC- If you have a case or wish to apply for publicly funded childcare benefits, please be aware that cases must be open and care must be transferred by Sept. 3rd at the latest. Questions? contact Ms. Huber [email protected]

ODE Grants for 4 year old Ohio children- We still have some grant slots. Contact 419-478-9900 for application procedure

Parish Active Parishioner Scholarships-YOU must apply for these each year and are responsible for following up with the school office on the status of your application.

Tuition- is a set amount for the year broken up into 10 monthly payments. Payments are due on the first Friday of each month unless autopayments are set up in advance. The first payment is due 8/6/21

Procedures/Rules/Policies- Be on the lookout for the next newsletter which will review important information.

Summer shopping- Please do not buy fancy clothes. Play clothes which may get dirty are perfect for exploring and learning! Our only dress code requirement is closed-toed shoes for protection of little feet.

Lunch Program- You may pack lunch for your full day student or you may utilize our hot lunch program. Lunch will be FREE again this year. Order forms will be linked in the next newsletter and also available on Parent Orientation Night!