St. Patrick School News

ATTENTION XC RUNNERS!!!!

2010-09-03T18:46:02Z

Please click here for the XC schedule for the 2010 season. Sign-up forms and fees for all runners and CYO physical forms for 5th-8th runners are due no later than Friday, September 10. The sign-up form and CYO physical form are also on the website. If you have any questions please contact me at jimsocha@gmail.com.

Thanks, Jim Socha

Now Hiring for Extended Care

2010-09-03T13:33:57Z

Extended Care is now interviewing for Aide/Child care workers. This is a paid position. Duties include; supervising and helping children with homework, preparing & serving snacks, playing games and playground supervision, as well as a love of children. This position requires the ability to be available Monday through Friday starting at 2:45 p.m. Length of daily hours varies. Virtus training is mandatory. Virtus training is available to qualified applicants. Please contact knickless azATza stpatsparish azDOTza org or lcosh azATza stpatsparish azDOTza org

From the Knights of Columbus-Thanks for the support!

2010-09-02T21:25:18Z

Just wanted to throw out a save the date to friends and family.

Saturday, October 30th the KofC will be hosting an Oktoberfest celebration at St Pats with a great menu, music, and dancing. Very similar to the dinner dance held in March, but with a lot less green.

Tickets are $20 per person and all proceeds will go to the St Patrick's School Teacher's Wish List fund (that normally comes out of their own pocket).

Menu includes; Pork tenderloin, Bratwurst, Sauerkraut, Fried Chicken, Carrots, Potatoes, Salad, and Deserts

Tickets will be available shortly. Spread the word. Hope to see everyone there.

Cross Country

2010-09-01T17:59:12Z

There will be cross country practice for all grades Thursday from 5:30 to 7:00 at St. Patrick.

Thank you, Coach Jim Socha

Parking Lot Reminders

2010-08-30T14:40:27Z

Welcome to our second week of school! I hope the children had a wonderfulfirst week back to school. Everyone seemed to settle in quite well. I havea couple of reminders concerning the parking lot. All of us are working toachieve the same thing-the safety of the children. Please keep the following in mind:

*Children may NOT enter the building before 7:30 am. There is no supervision provided before then.

*Please make sure you have the sign with your family name in the windshield when picking up your child.

*If you see the cones across the entrance at any time of the day, please do not go around them. They are out because children may be on the playground. During nice weather, Mrs. Hargarten often takes the children out for gym.

*Please do not enter the lot until 2:00 pm to get into car line. We still have some students who may be on the playground for recess or gym.

Again, the school only has the safety of the children in mind. We appreciate your help in this endeavor.

Sincerely, Mrs. Cosh

St Patrick Cross Country

2010-08-27T21:12:31Z

The 2010 Cross Country season is upon us. A parent meeting will be held 6:30pm on September 1st. The participation form and T-Shirt order form is now available online. Fees are $20.00 for K – 4th runners and $25.00 for 5th – 8th runners. Checks should be made payable to St. Patrick School Athletics. A complete practice schedule for the season will be distributed at the parent meeting.

Art Docents

2010-08-27T18:51:07Z

With school back in session, it is time to get our art docent program up and running again. For those of you who are not familiar, art docents go into your child's or children's respective class room about once a month and speaks to the class about an artist then does a small art project with the class. It takes 1/2 hour to 45 minutes and exposes the children to different artists and a piece of their work. I you are interested in being an art docent or if you have questions about the program, please contact Becky Shook at either thomas.shook@comcast.net or at 926-1250. You must be Virtus trained to participate.

Ladies Night Out!

2010-08-27T18:30:52Z

Ladies Night Out 2010...generously sponsored by DeLaine by Michelle Douglas.-- Do you have your tickets yet? With only 20 days left to purchase tickets we want to make sure that all from our own St Patrick School have the opportunity to come to this FUN night out. Ladies Night Out is a Fashion Show highlighting Ellas Bella, Whimsy and Indian Summer of Chesterton, and LaGrande Trunk of Valparaiso. We have great vendors to shop with; "Whats in Your Wallet" is back with even more chances to win; "Cutest Shoe Contest"; good food to enjoy; and, best of all, a great way to spend a few hours out with Friends! Tickets for reserved seating are being sold on a first come, first served basis -- $40 each. And, remember that with each ticket purchased, 50% of that ticket goes toward your family profit. Press releases are going out to all of our local papers, and we know that seats will go quickly. Please contact Lisa Wielgos for tickets and further information at 219-926-3830 or 219 771-2203.

Important New Feature of our LNO 2010: As a Mom at St Patrick School, do you own your own business? If so, we want to give you an opportunity to let the over 300 women who attend LNO know that you have a product to sell. We will be happy to place items from your business into the Tote Bags that each attendee receives, at no charge to you. You would need to provide 300 pieces of information, whether that is product with your business card attached, and just a business card or gift certificate. If you would like more information and would like to participate in this chance to sell your business, please contact Kristi Lohmeyer at 312-543-0678 or Tricia Sakich at 219 916 1789. Deadline for submitting items for the bags is September 8th. And remember-- this is for St Patrick School families only....

One more way to earn family profit -- If you would like to be an "Accessories Sponsor" please let us know. All dollar amounts are accepted, whether $20 or $500. 50% of each cash donation is credited back to you for family profit.

Lastly, we have some fun T-Shirts that are for purchase. Stop by the School office to see them -- they are available for $20 each. ...just one more way to help our school raise money for our kids~

Feel free to contact any of our LNO 2010 Committee Members if you have questions. We look forward to seeing you all there!Tricia Sakich, ChairAli Brown, Fashion Show CoordinatorCassie Dennison, Silent Auction/Cutest ShoeKristi LohmeyerAnn TracyLisa Wielgos, TicketsJill Woodward

=========================COSH'S CORNER: Did you know that the students can bring their supplies and set up their desks at the ice cream social? It takes place on Monday evening from 6-8.Mrs. Lee Ann Cosh, B.S., M.A.PrincipalSt. Patrick SchoolChesterton, IN 46304phone: 219 926-1707email: lcosh@stpatsparish.org==================================

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Dress Code Policies

2010-08-25T16:17:01Z

In an effort to make the dress code easier for all involved, the staff has developed the following policies. We are trying to make expectations easier for the parents, staff and students. We feel the following policies will take away any "gray" areas of the dress code. These can also be found any time on the web at: www.stpatsparish.org

Reminders:

All shirts for all grades are to be tucked in at all times. Grades 4-8 must wear a belt with all pants and shorts. Crew or knee socks, tights or pantyhose must be worn. Leggings that come to the ankle may be worn under crew or knee socks. Skorts and shorts may not be worn to Mass. Skirts and shorts must be as long as the tips of the fingers when arms are straight down at sides. This also applies on dress down/no uniform days. Shorts may be worn under skirts and jumpers for modesty. The shorts may not be longer than the skirt or jumper. Only uniform sweaters may be worn inside and during Mass Shoes must wrap around the foot - no slides or backless. Heels must be low. Only Lands End clothing may be worn on regular, uniformed, school days. This includes dress shirts, polo shirts, sweaters, turtlenecks, pants, shorts, jumpers, skorts and skirts. Sandals that wrap around the foot (with crew or knee socks, tights or pantyhose) and shorts and may be worn from the beginning of school through the end of October and again from the beginning of April until the end of school. Shorts may not be worn to Mass. Flip flops and croc-style shoes cannot be worn even on dress down days due to safety concerns. No bracelets may be worn. A watch may be worn if it is not a distraction. Only post style earrings that do not hang below the ear may be worn (no hoops or dangles). Only a religious cross or scapular may be worn around the neck. No make-up is to be worn. This includes but is not limited to: lip gloss, mascara, eye shadow, eyeliner, and blush. Hair must remain a natural color: no hi lighting or streaking. Hair must be worn away from the face. Hair for boys must not be longer than the collar. Hair must not be a distraction to students or staff. No nail polish or rings are to be worn. Both boys and girls may wear ties with a Lands End shirt. The tie should be in good taste and is subject to staff approval.

Students are expected to be in compliance with this dress code/uniform policy at all times unless otherwise stated. If a student is not wearing the correct uniform clothing, parents may be asked to bring appropriate clothing to school. Continued disregard could result in disciplinary action. Please help up keep this fair to all students.

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Support Catholic Education!

2010-08-23T16:38:15Z

Would you like to show your support of Catholic Education? The Diocese is collecting names and addresses of those families who would be interested in having a Catholic Education license plate. This is not a committment to purchasing one, just as having an interest in one! If the BMV receives 500 names throughout the Diocese, they will issue these plates and the Catholic Schools will recieve a donation. Show your support by signing the sheet at the Ice Cream Social Home and School sign up table!

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