Prayers for Patrick

We ask for the entire St. Barnabas community to join us in praying for Mr. Patrick McGowan, our Director of Faith Formation. Patrick will be on medical leave until March as he recovers from surgery. Patrick works tirelessly to support our students on their faith journey - planning our school masses, leading sacrament preparations for First Communion, Reconciliation, and Confirmation, as well as our Service Day. He will be greatly missed while he is out of the building, and we look forward to his healthy return.  

For questions regarding masses, sacraments, and service, please call the Main Office at 773-445-7711, and we will direct your call.

Trivia Night Tonight

Thank you to our School Advisory Board for planning a great evening of TRIVIA. To all those attending, the gym doors will open at 6pm, and trivia will begin at 7pm. You’re welcome to bring your own snacks and appetizers. A cash bar is available; outside alcohol is NOT permitted. 

Catholic Schools Week Thank You

We have had an incredible week celebrating our school! Our hearts are full from the love and enthusiasm that has filled our halls. The Open House on Sunday was a hugely successful event, thanks in large part to the over 125 students and parent volunteers who helped out that day. We heard numerous compliments from prospective families on how impressed they were by our students and how welcoming and gracious the parents and staff were to all those touring our school. Our Grandparent Mass on Tuesday was incredibly special, with over 200 grandparents joining our school mass. After mass, many enjoyed coffee, sweets, and a school tour. Jesse White Tumblers, Wheel of Wisdom, Student Bingo, Hall of Heroes, Parent Vocation Panel, Staff vs. Students Volleyball, St. Rita Band, and Barraco’s Fun Food - it has been a joyful and busy week! Keep an eye on our social media and website for a sampling of pictures. 

We are honored to profile some of our 8th-grade student voices this week. We encourage you all to take a few moments to LISTEN to the words of Meghan Bilecki, Abby Hilburger, and Joseph Herber as they share what St. Barnabas and their Catholic education means to them.

Celebrating Black History Month

We are honored to celebrate Black History Month as a school community! We kick off the month with an 8:45am mass on Tuesday and wrap up the month with our Black Excellence Student Assembly on Friday, February 23.  

Tshirt sale: Our Culture Club has designed incredible t-shirts, which are offered in both short and long-sleeve options. Proceeds from t-shirt sales will benefit the Culture Club and United Negro College Fund (UNCF). Order t-shirts in MEMBERSHIP TOOLKIT by Friday, February 9, for in-school delivery February 20-21.

Dress down: On Friday, February 23, we will also host a dress-down benefiting Culture Club. Wear your Black History shirt or contribute $3, and dress down in red, black, and green.

Call for performers for our Black Excellence Assembly! 

PK-8 students who are interested in participating in a student-led African dance, please contact Mrs. Bachler at [email protected]. Practices will be on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Fridays after school during the month of February!

100th Day of School

Next, Thursday, February 8, is our 100th day of school! We invite the students to dress down as 100-year-olds if they wish.

Upcoming Long Weekend

We remind you of the extended weekend coming up in honor of Presidents Day. On Friday, February 16, we will dismiss at 11:50am (11:40am for Preschool). After Care is not available. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 20.

Tax Info - School Tuition 

Families may log into their FACTS tuition payment account to obtain their 2023 tax information. CLICK here for a guide to accessing the payment summary.

Enrollment Link for Younger Siblings

Our 2024-25 enrollment application for new students is officially open. If you have another child in your home who plans to enroll for next school year, please make sure to complete THIS application. 

For students currently attending St. Barnabas, this form is not necessary. This is only required for new students.

Pack the House!

Next weekend, we invite you to Pack the House as we celebrate the achievements and dedication of our 8th-grade athletes. Girls Volleyball is Friday evening, February 9, and Boys Basketball is Saturday evening, February 10. We look forward to a fun weekend celebrating the hard work and commitment of our Buckeyes!

Get Behind the Vest

Thank you to all who participated in our Get Behind the Vest dress-down last week. Over $1,200 was raised for the Chicago Police Memorial Foundation initiative to ensure all Chicago Police Officers have a functioning and effective bulletproof vest.  

Parker's Party

REGISTER to take the plunge or donate to Parker’s Party! Each year family, friends, and classmates of 8th grade student Parker Buado gather to participate in the Special Olympics Polar Plunge. This year’s event is Sunday, March 3. All ages are welcome.

Parker’s Party Gear will be available for purchase soon and we will host a dress down down on Thursday, February 29.

Pat Mac’s Pack & St. Baldricks Day!

The St. Baldricks school event is on Friday, March 8. School participants can shave their hair completely or cut off 8” of hair. Each participant will need to create a unique fundraising link.

Please note that each child in your family will need their OWN link). Please REGISTER and start fundraising today!

100th Anniversary Banners

Commemorate the 100th Anniversary of St. Barnabas Parish with a personalized banner on Longwood Drive. Learn more and order a banner HERE.

Share the Warmth

On Saturday, February 10, please join in a Pack the Pews Mass & Pot Luck celebration. After the 4pm mass, all are welcome to gather for a potluck in the Church Hall; sign up to RSVP and/or contribute HERE.

Burning of Palms

Sunday, February 11, 12pm at Cajetan

Join us as we pray together with our fellow Southside parishes and prepare for Lent. LEARN MORE HERE.