SJS Weekly Newsletter: August 19, 2026

WELCOME BACK!

It’s wonderful to have our students back in the building today! Thank you to our families for your patience, flexibility, and understanding as we navigated the unexpected challenges and last-minute changes leading up to the start of school. We’re grateful for the support of our school community and excited for a wonderful year ahead!

Our Theme for the 2026–2027 School Year: Mercy Begins with Me

Throughout this school year, students and staff will be encouraged to recognize the many ways we can share God’s mercy through kindness, forgiveness, compassion, and service—remembering that mercy begins with each one of us.

Catholic Family Night at Great American Ball Park ⚾

Join Catholic families from across the Diocese of Covington and Archdiocese of Cincinnati on Saturday, September 5, as the Cincinnati Reds take on the Milwaukee Brewers!

This special evening will celebrate “Love in Action” and recognize Catholic Charities volunteers for their service to our local communities. Guests may also participate in a pregame parade around the field and meet Bishop John Iffert and Archbishop Robert Casey at home plate.

Discounted tickets are available below.

PURCHASE TICKETS

Congratulations to our 6th and 8th Grade Competitive Volleyball Teams on a great showing at the St. Henry Cru Classic! Our 6th-grade team won the tournament championship, and our 8th-grade team finished as runners-up. Way to represent SJS, girls! Go Cavs! 💙🤍

Out-of-Uniform Passes Available August 14–28

Out-of-uniform passes will be available for purchase August 14–28. Passes are $5 each or $25 for a book of five.

This is one of only two opportunities during the school year to purchase passes! Purchased passes will be sent home with your child.

Purchase Out-of-Uniform Passes Here

🤖 VEX Registration Closes Tonight

Junior high families: Registration for the VEX Robotics program closes tonight, Wednesday, August 19, at midnight. Questions? Contact Christie Pavia at 859-640-9084.

Education Commission Update

Thank you to all the school families who took the time to nominate parent representatives for the Parish Education Commission. We were grateful to receive so many nominations and are truly blessed to have so many parents willing to serve our parish and school.

We’re pleased to announce the parent representatives who will serve on the Parish Education Commission for the next three school years:

Molly Humpert — Education Commission Chair
Steve Schutzman — Grades K–2 Parent Representative
Kristen Thompson — Grades 3–5 Parent Representative
Sam Beiting — Grades 6–8 Parent Representative

Thank you to Molly, Steve, Kristen, and Sam for answering the call to serve our school community!

PTO News

PTO Meetings

Monthly PTO meetings are open to all school families. If you’re interested in attending, please contact PTO President Bre Garr at breann.nicole.taylor@gmail.com.

Save the Date: Mother/Son Event

Friday, September 25 | 6:00–8:00 p.m.

The Fieldhouse

More information coming soon!

Save the Date: Moms’ Night Out

Thursday, October 22 | 5:30–8:00 p.m.

Arden + Gold

More information coming soon!

📅 BACK-TO-SCHOOL DATES

K–8

August 19 First Day of School • Full Day • WITH BUSES

August 27 Grades 6–8 Parent Mini Night • 5:30 p.m. K–5 Parent Orientation • 6:30 p.m.

PRESCHOOL

September 3 Preschool Opening Meetings

September 4, 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Supply Drop-Off & Meet the Teacher

September 8–9 First Days of Preschool

View the complete school calendars below for more information:

K-8 Calendar

Preschool Calendar

Alternate Bus Transportation

Kenton County Transportation has introduced a new standardized bus pass for students who need alternate transportation. Beginning after the first two weeks of school, students must give the completed pass to the driver each time they ride a different bus or ride the bus instead of their usual car transportation.

Parents must contact the school office in advance so staff can confirm space is available with the Transportation Office. No bus passes will be issued during the first two weeks of school.

Walking with Purpose Women’s Bible Study

Women of our parish and school community are invited to join Walking with Purpose! The fall study, Ordering Your Priorities: Building a Life Well Lived, begins October 1 and meets Thursdays at 8:30 a.m. or 7:00 p.m. This practical eight-week study will help you place the most important things first while growing in faith and friendship.

Books are $25, and scholarships are available.

The 2026–2027 SJS Handbook can be found here

📚 2026–2027 Activity Fee Reminder

Activity fees for the 2026–2027 school year have been added to families’ FACTS accounts. Please log in to FACTS to review and pay your student’s fee.

Activity fees cover field trips, service-learning projects, device insurance, enrichment supplies, assignment books, holiday parties, in-school PTO activities and the $100 School Resource Officer fee.

All activity fees must be paid through FACTS.

🌸Little Flowers Girls’ Club

Girls ages 5 and older are invited to grow in their Catholic faith and build friendships through stories of the saints, Scripture, crafts, songs, and badge-earning activities. Little Flowers Girls’ Club is open to girls from SJS, public school, homeschool, and PREP.

VIEW THE LITTLE FLOWERS FLYER

DOWNLOAD THE REGISTRATION FORM

Questions? Contact Susanne Thomson at susannethomson04@gmail.com or Heidi Monson at mrshmonson@gmail.com.

🌴Cavalier Cabana - Parents' Night Out

Join us this Friday, August 21, for an evening of light bites, music, and island vibes as we kick off the new school year together.

📍 Villa Hills Civic Club

🕖 7:00–10:00 p.m.

💲 $50 per couple

All proceeds benefit the Cavalier Call.

Purchase Tickets

🍎 Cafeteria Volunteers Needed

Our Cafeteria Volunteer sign-up is now open for August through December!

Volunteers play an important role in helping lunchtime run smoothly for our students and staff. Whether you can serve once or several times throughout the semester, we'd love to have your help. Volunteer Shifts 🕥 10:30–11:35 a.m. 🕦 11:35 a.m.–12:40 p.m.

Cafeteria Sign Up