Christmas Break

We wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! May your Christmas break be filled with love, good health, joy, rest, and time spent with those you love most. We look forward to welcoming back our students on Tuesday, January 6. 

Stocking Stuffer Thank You

Thank you to the many school families who contributed to the Christmas bonus for our hardworking school staff. We are so grateful to each of you for your kindness. Collections from the FSA Stocking Stuffer, along with proceeds from the Men’s Club Progressive Mixer, are combined to award the bonus. To all those who did a little extra to make this cherished gift happen - our FSA and Men’s Club coordinators, Room Parents, House Hosts, and generous contributors, thank you! Stocking Stuffer Donors.

Christmas Caroling Tonight

Tonight, all are welcome to gather with fellow parishioners and the St. Vincent DePaul Society in the parking lot at 6:30pm before heading out to spread Christmas cheer to our homebound parishioners. The parish would love families with children to join this festive evening. Carolers will drive from house to house - all ages are welcome!  

Christmas Mass

Rejoice! We hope to see many of you at Christmas Mass. On Christmas Eve, our Children’s Choir will sing at the 4pm mass, with the musical prelude beginning at 3:30pm. There will also be a 10:30pm Christmas Eve Mass and a 10am Christmas Day Mass. Learn more.

January Reminders

Please check in on students’ school supplies and, if needed, replenish any supplies that may be depleted (pens, pencils, markers, etc.). If planning for Hot Lunch the week of January 6, please be sure to order by Thursday, January 1 at 11:30pm.

Upcoming Parental Leave for Mr. Stack

We extend congratulations to Mr. Stack and his wife, Jena, who will welcome a baby this winter. Mr. Stack will be taking a parental leave with the baby’s birth, expected in February. Please keep the Stacks in your prayers as they joyfully prepare to welcome their first child.

ASE Winter Session - Begins Jan 12

Registration is now open for the Winter Session After School Enrichment! Sessions begin the week of January 12, and spots are limited. Register today

Mondays - Craft Club (Gr. 1 - 3) and Young Engineers Club (Gr. 3 -8)

Tuesdays - Chess Club (Gr. 1 - 8) and Yoga (Gr. PK - 8)

Wednesdays - American Sign Language (Gr. 4 - 8) and LEGO Superheroes (Gr. PK - 2)

Thursdays - Public Speaking mornings (Gr. 7 - 8), Salsa Dancing (Gr. 3 - 8), and Yoga (Gr. PK - 8)R

Fun Food - Order by Jan 14

On Friday, January 30, the FSA will host Fun Food with Home Run Inn Pizza. Options include pizza (regular and GF) and chicken dippers. Volunteers to help with food distribution are greatly appreciated! As a reminder, Country House hot lunch is not available on Fun Food days. Place your order and register to volunteer by January 14

Sweetheart Soirée - Jan 16

The annual Sweetheart Soirée, hosted by the FSA is Friday, January 16. Girls in Preschool - Grade 8 are encouraged to bring their favorite date - father, grandfather, or any special adult. The evening includes dancing and desserts, and a photographer will be on hand to capture special moments. Order your tickets in Membership Toolkit.

Our 6th-grade parents have taken the lead in planning the event details, but parent/guardian volunteers from all grades (boy and girl parents) are needed. This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow parents in support of a truly special evening. Sign up to Volunteer.

Spring Musical - Auditions in January

Sister Act, Jr. is coming to the St. Barnabas stage! Registration is now open for the spring musical. Auditions for Sister Act, Jr. will be held the week of January 12, with rehearsals beginning January 20. All students in grades 6 - 8 are invited to join the cast, and we welcome grades 5 - 8 to the crew. Complete details about the upcoming musical, including the registration link and audition sign-up, are available here. View the Sister Act Details.

Trivia Night - Jan 30

Gather your team of six and start studying your facts! The School Board is hosting its annual Trivia Night on Friday, January 30, in the school gym. Tickets for this fun, age-21+ event are now on sale. Purchase a table.

Next month, will host two admissions events: a Preschool Shadow and our larger all-school Open House. Both events are important opportunities to showcase the school to prospective families. If you have local friends or neighbors not part of our school, please invite them to explore St. Barnabas. Our current school families play a significant role in making our school community strong and vibrant, and serve as our best ambassadors!

PRESCHOOL SHADOW - On Wednesday, January 14, we welcome our youngest prospective Buckeyes to the school. Parents and guardians will have the opportunity to meet with Mr. Stack, Ms. Sadowski, and some of our preschool teachers as the young children explore a PK Classroom. Learn more and spread the word!

SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE - Sunday, January 25, please gather as a parish and school community for the 10am Mass. This mass is an opportunity to reflect on why we choose Catholic education. We encourage all families to attend.

After mass, current school families are invited to the school. See your child’s homeroom, chat with classmates and parent friends, and visit the gym to connect with auxiliary groups. At that same time, prospective families will be touring the building. We love that our prospective families can share their experiences with current students and families. Learn more and help share the Open House registration!

Christmas Pageants - It was an honor and blessing to welcome so many parents, grandparents, extended families, and friends to Church for both our Christmas pageants. Thank you to many staff members who helped our students bring the pageants to life, allowing us to rejoice in the story of Christ’s birth. Please enjoy these beautiful Christmas Pageant photos (PK photos coming soon!) captured by Meghan Jones. View the photo gallery

Culture Club - Thank you to our Culture Club for organizing another fun and informative Christmas Around the World, teaching us the importance of being a global society and appreciating and embracing all cultures.

Student Band - Thank you to all who supported our band students last night at the Christmas concert at Marist High School. Students, we are so proud of you for your dedication to learning an instrument and for bringing the beauty of music to our school community.

Luminaries - Thank you to all those who purchased luminaries for our Christmas Eve display. We look forward to seeing the beautiful candlelight on Christmas Eve.

Student Council - Thank you to our dedicated Student Council for planning so many special Christmas events - the Christmas Carol Assembly, Dress Down Week, St. Nicholas celebration, and supporting our daily Advent Actions. Thank you for being leaders and role models to our school community.

• FAMILY RESOURCES - School Policies and Procedures
• STAY IN THE KNOW - Link to top news & events
• REPORT AN ABSENCE - Report illness or planned absence by 8am
• HOT LUNCH - Country House food service
• STAFF DIRECTORY - Staff emails
• FAMILY DIRECTORY - DirectorySpot Access
• ROOM PARENTS - Contact Info for each homeroom
• INCIDENT REPORT - Online Incident Reporting Form
• CLASS OF 2026 - 8th Grade Events Page
• VOLUNTEER - Get Involved!
• TREATS FOR TEACHERS - Donate drinks and snacks for staff
• BUCKEYE SHOP - Spirit Wear and Uniform Apparel
• SCHOOL NEWS ARCHIVE - Links to previous issues
• PHOTO GALLERY - Links to Meghan Jones images