Wednesday Email
May 21, 2025
Next Week at a Glance:
Wed., May 21
Last day of 3yoMW Preschool
3yo Preschool Open House 9 – 10:30
Thurs., May 22
Last day of 3yoTTH Preschool
3yo Preschool Open House 9 – 10:30
Fri., May 23
Last day for 4yo AM and 4yo PM Preschool
5-7 grade Band Field Trip
Kindergarten State Fair 12 - 2
Sat., May 24
Sun., May 25
Mon., May 26
Memorial Day – No School
Tues., May 27
8th Grade class trip
Wed., May 28
Best Day Ever! 4th – 8th grades wear PE uniform, K-3 wear SPS spirit wear/appropriate length shorts
Small Beginnings Field Trip
TK Open House 1:15 – 2:30
Last day of TK
Thurs, May 29
Field Day
Out of uniform – Spirit wear top with appropriate length shorts
Black out Bingo – 2:00 Gym
8th Grade Clap Out – 2:40
Fri., May 30
Last Day of School – 2 hour early dismissal at 12:50
Student may wear Spirit wear top with uniform bottoms
All School Mass 8:30 AM
Kindergarten Graduation 10:30 AM Denning Hall
Last Day for Small Beginnings and Aftercare
8th Grade Graduation 6PM Church
ITEMS IN WEDNESDAY FOLDER (AND/OR ATTACHMENTS)
SPS
Panther Times (in folders)
Assessments (in folders)
Fun in the Sun Flyer (attached)
Panther Perk Order Form (attached)
SPC
Pray Ball Flyer (attached)
Pray Ball QR Code (attached)
AHS
OTHER
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DEADLINES/DUE DATES
Fun in the Sun – May 30
LINKS
Before and After Care Registration Link
PE uniforms (4-8 gr) or Uniform Approved Sweatshirts (K-8)
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NEW INFO
ASSESSMENTS COMING HOME TODAY
Teachers are sending home assessment results today. Please check your child’s Wednesday folder.
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ESA
ESA applications are open!
Please take the time to apply now! Don’t wait until June or you may miss out!
To apply, click the following link https://iowa.withodyssey.com/en/odyssey_auth/sign_up. If you already have an Odyssey account, click “sign in” below the login box.
If you do not have access to a computer or otherwise find yourself unable to complete the ESA application independently, you may email martha.korneisel@sccsiowa.org or rose.strickland@sccsiowa.org or call Martha at 563.326.5313 ext. 223 or Rose at 563.326.5313 ext. 269.
June 30, 2025 – ESA Applications Close. LATE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTED.
Late July – September 30, 2025 – Parents must log in to their Odyssey account and approve fall tuition as submitted by their child’s school. If this is not done by September 30th, your student will forfeit their ESA for the entire school year.
Mid-December thru January 31, 2026 – Parents must return to their Odyssey account to approve spring tuition. This is required to retain the approved ESA for 2nd semester.
Family Tuition Plan: If your tuition is above the ESA amount you may be able to qualify for additional tuition assistance through the Family Tuition Plan. This state subsidized program is limited to Iowa families with total income of less than 400% of poverty.
The application for the FTP is available at: www.assumptionhigh.org/familytuitionplan.
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GIRL SCOUTS
We’re thrilled to share a special opportunity for our Pre-K and K girls connected to Head Start!
Through the Get Ready for Girl Scouts program, girls that are affiliated with Head Start and will be entering Kindergarten or first grade this fall can receive a FREE Girl Scout membership!
This is a wonderful chance for our girls to join Girl Scouts, grow her confidence by exploring the outdoors and using her imagination, all while building skills for next school year, at NO COST!
To learn more and register, click here: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/get-involved/become-a-girl-scout/head-start.html
If you would like more information, call your local Girl Scout Office at 800-798-0833 or email them at info@girlscoutstoday.org!
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STILL CURRENT
MEDICATIONS IN THE OFFICE
If you have brought in any medications, inhalers, or Epi pens for your child, please plan to pick them up on the last day of school or the week of June 2. Any medications not picked up by Friday, June 6 will be discarded.
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LOST AND FOUND
Mrs. VanCamp has gone through all of the lost and found items and put them out on a table in the hallway. If you are missing any items, please stop by to look. Any items left on the last day of school will be donated.
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SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR NEXT YEAR
Parents - it's time to buy your 1st Day School Supplies.
I know it seems early, but before you know it, summer will be here. It's important you order your supplies before it's too late or supplies run out. Start the school year with the exact supplies your teacher requested, and give your child the confidence they need to conquer next year! Get them today before it's too late!
USE THIS LINK TO ORDER: http://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/40081
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FUN IN THE SUN
June 9-13, 2025
9 am-12 pm
Ages 4-4th grade
Fun in the Sun is a fun day camp-like experience designed to allow the kids to have a fun and relaxed experience at their school. Mornings spent with friends and fun activities. Contact Mrs. Darland with any questions you might have.
A signup sheet is attached.
erin.darland@st-paul.pvt.k12.ia.us
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USED UNIFORMS NEEDED
Hello Parents! It is time to start thinking about the Used Uniform Sale. Set up will be from 6 pm-8 pm on Tuesday, July 15th. Anyone who helps on Tuesday, July 15th will get to shop while they set up and get first picks. The sale will be held on Wednesday, July 16th and Wednesday, July 23rd from 8:30 am-11:00 am and 6-8 pm. The sale will also be help during Unpack Your Backpack Night (Aug. 21) and cleanup will be held in the evening after Unpack your Backpack. Volunteers are needed!!!! Home and School volunteer hours are available.
We need your used clothing. Items can also be dropped off to the school now-June 13th or in the Gathering Space anytime thereafter. A special container will be in the Gathering Space.
Please text Erin 563-508-2808 if you need to arrange a different time for drop off.
We will sell the following things at the sale:
Uniform jumpers and skirts,
navy and khaki pants and shorts,
polos,
SPS/AHS approved sweatshirts,
3/4 zips,
sweaters,
belts,
gym uniforms,
SPS and AHS Spirit wear
If you want to sell your items please mark each item on the front of a note card sized paper, then attach it with a safety pin. Include the following information:
Name
Phone Number
Girls/Boys
Size
Price
You may donate items, too. All proceeds from donations go to Home and School and directly help our students. Donations can simply be dropped off as is. We also need shoppers! Many items are like new and prices are reasonable. Shopping the Used Uniform Sale directly impacts our children in the classroom!!!
If you are able to help or if you have questions, DO NOT REPLY to this email, but please contact Erin Darland at erin.darland@st-paul.pvt.k12.ia.us or 563-508-2808.
Thank you in advance for your help and support of this sale.
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ALTAR SERVERS NEEDED
If your family will be home throughout the summer, join us for Mass on Tuesdays & Thursdays at 8:30 am. We are looking for Altar Servers for both Masses during the week. You can sign up on Ministry Scheduler Pro or call Jeanne in the parish office, 563.322.7994
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PRAY BALL
Please join us on Wednesday July 30 for a Cubs/Brewers game in Milwaukee. We will meet at SP in the morning (Time TBD) for Mass and then we will caravan up to Milwaukee and have a tailgate potluck style lunch before the game at 1:10. Rides can be arranged if needed. There are 50 tickets available for $25 each.
Sign up here:
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TOTUS TUUS
St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church is excited to partner with other area parishes and St. Ambrose University to offer Totus Tuus this summer! Totus Tuus is a summer Catholic youth program dedicated to sharing the Gospel and promoting the Catholic Faith through evangelization, catechesis, Christian witness and Eucharistic worship. Led by college-aged missionaries Totus Tuus is a fun way for kids going into grades 1-12 to engage with their faith in a new and deeper way.
Totus Tuus will take place on the St. Ambrose University campus July 6-11. See attached flyer for more information and click this link to register.
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CAMP SHALOM
It’s not too late to have the best week of the summer at Camp Shalom!
FIVE reasons why summer camp is essential for 21st century kids:
Faith-Based Learning:Camp Shalom is a Christ-centered camp that provides opportunities for faith exploration through Bible studies, worship services, and discussions led by dedicated staff.
Outdoor Adventure: Camp offers a wide range of activities like woodland trails, canoeing, archery, and sports, and new this year SCIENCE exploration, allowing campers to connect with nature and to challenge themselves.
Resilience and Independence: Camp provides a safe environment where campers can learn to make decisions, solve problems, and overcome challenges, fostering independence and resilience.
Screen-Free Environment:Camp Shalom encourages campers to disconnect from digital devices and focus on face-to-face interactions and outdoor activities, fostering stronger relationships and personal growth.
Community Building: Campers from various denominations come together to build friendships and learn from each other, creating a sense of community and belonging. Personal Growth: Campers develop life skills like self-confidence, independence, and empathy, preparing them for future success.
Additionally, this wonderful camp right in our backyard, Christian, close, convenient, and employs our youth! Shop local!
More information can be found at campshalomia.org or by contacting
Tara Greufe tara.greufe@st-paul.pvt.k12.ia.us or
Sara Sieren, sarasieren3771@gmial.com- parishioners and Camp Shalom Board Members.
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RALLY FOR REID CAMPS
Please join us for the 5th Annual Rally for Reid Foundation Football and Spirit Camps on Friday, 6/27 at St. Ambrose University. The foundation is 100% volunteer run and 100% of funds go back to directly supporting families courageously battling pediatric cancer. Contact Krista Eckert (krista.eckert@gmail.com) with any questions! Register here: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/rallyforreidcamps2025. See attached flyers for more information.
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