St. Jude Catholic School
February 15, 2025 Newsletter
Virtues of the Month
2/17 Compassion
2/24 Kindness
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2pm Dismissal Days
February 20th
February 27th
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President’s Day
No School 2/17
12:30pm Dismissal
NO AFTER CARE
2/19
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Cold and Flu Season
We are in the thick of cold and flu season. We want to remind and continue to encourage good “Germ Containment” as we continue to fight this battle. We have been encouraging the kids to wash their hands thoroughly. To cough in their sleeves, use hand sanitizer and to keep a bit more social distance between each other until things begin to taper off. We did reach the highest absence numbers I recall over the past 12 years. We have begun to trend downward so that is good. Please encourage your children to eat a healthy meals, get plenty of rest. We are not alone, this flu bug has infected every school. So let’s do our best to focus on the good habits to stay healthy.
Cold Weather
We have had some really cold days this winter. Please note that we like for the students to get some fresh air and play outside even when it is pretty cold. Please make sure that the kids have a warm coat, hats and gloves. Thanks
Opportunity for prayer:
A flyer was sent home to each family this week with an opportunity for prayer and consecration to St. Joseph. Please make sure to read the flyer and consider participating in the consecration to St. Joseph, the patron saint of fathers and families. Consecration to St. Joseph The prayers began February 15th but you can still register your email to receive the daily prayers. It is never too late.
PreK-7 Re-Enrollment Due
Each family with a student currently in grades PreK-7th should have received an email with a “snapcode” to re enroll your child for next school year. All re enrollments should be completed by February 17th. It is important that this be completed so that we can begin preparing for next year. If you need assistance or did not receive the email, please contact Tara McLaughlin in the school office at tmclaughlin@stjudefw.org.
I-Read 3 Information
March 3-March 13 is the I-READ3 testing window for Grade 3 students. Please have your student come to school on time, eat a good breakfast, and get plenty of sleep. Please do not schedule dentist/doctor appointments or other away from school activities during this testing time because this makes its hard to test or have students make up tests.
Junk/Scrapbook Journaling Club
Students in grades 6th,7th and 8th are invited to join Mrs. Flores in her Junk/Scrapbook Journaling Club. The club will meet on Wednesdays after school until 4pm. We will provide all of the materials making the cost free. Each student attending will need to have a permission slip on file. Permission Slip Here
You Can Lend a Hand
On February 1st all area Catholic elementary schools began participating in this fundraising event. The proceeds from our sales go directly to support our school activities. For more information and buying options on the coupons please go to YCLAH | Donate to Your School! 2025. Thank you for your participation in this important fundraising campaign.
Yearbook
Parents we need your help! Please send pictures from sporting events, extra curricular activities, special school events to yearbook@stjudefw.org.
Regional Science Fair Winners
Congrats to Moira Colglazier 4th, Jazmyn Scott 5th, Luke Laughlin 5th and Lukas Conroy 7th. Not pictured Kellen Gerbers 7th and Nathaniel Cisz 7th.
Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest
On February 9th, 9 shooters from the St Jude Council round moved on to the District round at St Vincent. 6 students won their age group and will advance to the Regional round at St Charles on February 23. Doors open at 12n and the Free Throw begins at 1p. Great Job Eagles!
Congratulations to:
Girls: age 11 Jazmyn Scott, age 12 Aniyah Kumming
Boys: age 10 Josh Sproat, age 11 Owen Conroy, age 12 Nolan Knox, age 14 Eli Kumming
Notes from Bishop Dwenger
Scholarships
Bishop Dwenger High School is pleased to offer many need-based scholarships to incoming freshmen as well as current BDHS students. Deadline to apply is April 15, 2025. Please scan the QR Code for more information and to apply!"
Free Shuttle Bus
Starting in the fall of 2025, a free shuttle bus will be available every morning from the St. Charles parking lot to Bishop Dwenger. Pick up will be 7:10-7:20am, providing a convenient and safe transportation option for all registered students. This bus is available for students from any parish or district, not just St. Charles families. There will be a commitment form to fill out in order to participate in this morning shuttle service. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make your mornings easier and get those Saints to BD!"
“Like Eagles We Soar”