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From the Desk of Mrs. Schweitzer

God Rules! This third month of a New Year, we will focus on the Eighth Commandment: “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.”

This commandment calls us to always be honest and not gossip about others and to speak kindly to others. Jesus shows how we should live out this commandment:

Jesus is God, and God is the source of all truth. God never lies (Hebrews 6:18). Jesus died for our sins, some of which may include dishonesty and gossiping, so that we may have eternal life.

Our challenge this week will be to: To be sure you apologize to someone you have hurt, even if it’s something from the past for which you have not apologized, and do something kind for this person. Be sure to accept someone else’s apology.

Prayer for our school year: “Dear God, please grant us the strength to be your faithful followers. Help us live out these Ten Commandments so that we may grow closer to you each day and be reunited with you in Heaven. We ask this through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior... Amen.”

Blessings,
Mrs. Schweitzer

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SCHOOL MASS: 
Friday: 8:00AM

SCHOOL ABSENCES - If a student is going to be absent or tardy, please phone or email the office by 8:00 AM. A note or return to school after absence form should be sent with your student upon return. If a student is absent for three or more consecutive days, a doctor’s note is required to return. 

KINDERGARTEN SNEAK PEEK – Mrs. Faulhaber will be having a Kindergarten Sneak Peek on Tuesday, March 19th or Wednesday, March 20th from 12:30-2:00. Feel free to share this information with friends who may have Kindergartners starting school during the 2024-2025 school year!


TEXAS ROADHOUSE NIGHT – This Tuesday, March 19th, is St. Anthony Night at Texas Roadhouse in Ft. Wright from 3PM – 10PM. Present the attached flyer or mention St. Anthony and 10% of your purchase will be donated to St. Anthony. Thanks for your support!

EARLY DISMISSAL – This Friday, March 22, school will dismiss at 1PM.

PTO MEETING – There will be a PTO meeting this Wednesday, March 20th at 7PM in the school library. An Out of Uniform will be given to students whose parent(s) attend in order to show our appreciation for your involvement.

2024/2025 TUITION RATES-
Please see the attached information regarding tuition next year. Anyone interested in applying for tuition assistance will be required to apply through FACTS at https://online.factsmgt.com/aid. For current families, the deadline to apply for assistance is MAY 15th.

GARDEN CLUB – NOW KNOWN AS STEWARDSHIP CLUB- The St. Anthony Garden Club is now the STEWARDSHIP CLUB! The Club will focus on being good caretakers of our Earth and each other. Meetings will begin this Thursday, March 21st from 2:30 – 3:30 and will take place most Thursdays through the end of the year. IF you join the Club, attendance is expected most weeks for planning purposes. If your student will be joining, please send a note to the office.

FAMILY FUN AND REGISTRATION NIGHT
– Our Family Fun and Registration Night has been moved to Friday, April 12th. More details will come home at a later date.

NOTRE DAME URBAN EDUCATION CENTER – The Notre Dame Urban Education Center has openings for its after school/homework help program. Several of our students take advantage of this opportunity. Homework PLUS provides one on one tutoring assistance with daily homework, practice on age appropriate skills and enrichment activities such as music, art, science, sewing, basketball and more! Transportation may be available upon request. Homework PLUS is open from 2:45pm – 5:10pm Monday through Thursday. If you are interested in signing your child up for the program contact Sr. Maria Therese at smtherese@nduec.org. See attached for more details.

HCHS MULCH & PINE STRAW SALE - HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL IS HAVING ITS 26TH ANNUAL MULCH SALE, SELLING 3 COLORS OF MULCH IN 2 CUBIC FOOT BAGS FOR $4.95 PER BAG AND PINE STRAW FOR $9.75 PER BALE, WHICH ARE APPROXIMATELY 12” X 12” X 23”. ALL PRICES INCLUDE FREE DELIVERY AND SALES TAX. HCHS STUDENTS WILL DELIVER MULCH TO YOUR HOME, BUSINESS OR RENTAL PROPERTY ANYWHERE IN KENTON, BOONE AND CAMPBELL COUNTIES AND WILL PUT IT ANYWHERE ON YOUR PROPERTY, STARTING SATURDAY MARCH 30TH AND CONTINUING FOR AT LEAST 4 WEEKS. ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL. GO TO WWW.HCMULCH.COM OR CALL (859) 392-8999 OR CLICK HERE.

HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL FISH FRY
HCHS Weekly Lenten Fish Fry from 5pm to 8pm in the cafeteria, 3617 Church Street, Covington, KY, on all Fridays during Lent except Good Friday (Feb. 16, Feb. 23, Mar. 1, Mar. 8, Mar. 15, and Mar. 22). Eat in or carry out dinners, sandwiches, desserts and a la carte items. Visit our website at www.hchscov.com for the full menu and more information. For questions or more information, call 859-431-1335 during school hours.

TEACHER & STAFF WISHLIST – Wondering what to get teachers to support their efforts and to show your appreciation? The PTO has worked with our teachers to create Amazon Wish Lists. These entirely optional lists are arranged by teacher or staff member. If you’re looking for a great gift for a holiday or just a random thank-you, consider choosing one from here! Teachers will be adding things on an on-going basis. As always, your support is greatly appreciated! Click on the links below to view any of the WishLists.

Mrs. Faulhaber: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1YKZLRJ5VJID9?ref_=wl_share
Mrs. Bement: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1HBQJKZIO0K3W?ref_=wl_share 
Mrs. Fischer: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/17I8BPMT14IKX?ref_=wl_share
Mrs. Schweitzer: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2OCL3HP8Q6KPB?ref_=wl_share
Mrs. Simon: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/354BVEXJLZ7OK?ref_=wl_share
Mrs. Bell: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/35WSQPFUOFP0L?ref_=wl_share
Mrs. Reams: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/NJ4FEFJOXCD7?ref_=wl_share

SCHOOL GROUNDS CONSTRUCTION – As part of our ongoing safety enhancements around school, a gate has been installed on the upper playground parking lot. The gate will be closed during the school day after morning drop off. As you have noticed, a new traffic pattern is necessary for drop off as the gate is only one-way traffic. Please YIELD and take turns coming through the gate. As a result, the morning drop-off traffic pattern may be altered slightly as only one car will fit through the gate at a time. Additionally, if you need to get out of the car with your children, please pull forward around the building and walk with them to the door. Please be patient and extra careful in the mornings!!

COMMUNICATION – This school year, the Diocesan schools will once again be using Sycamore Education for online grading. Login information will be sent home to new families. If you are a returning family and need login information resent to you, please contact Mrs. Bottom.

For weather emergencies, the local news stations will report and delays or closings. Automated phone messages will also be sent – as a reminder, the call will show from Carlisle, KY.

VIRTUS is the brand name that identifies best practice programs designed to help prevent wrongdoing and promote right-doing within religious organizations. The VIRTUS programs empower organizations and people to better control risk and improve the lives of all those who interact with the Church. “Protecting God's Children® for Adults” is training conducted by VIRTUS® certified facilitators on the prevention of child sexual abuse. The training makes participants aware of the signs of child sexual abuse, the methods and means by which offenders commit abuse, and five easy steps one can use to prevent child sexual abuse. The Diocese requires all adults who enter the school building or are around school children in any capacity, must be in full compliance with the charter. This requires completed paperwork on file with the Diocese, attendance at a one-time Virtus Live Training session and maintenance of monthly online bulletins. More information can be found at www.virtus.org. In summary, ALL ADULTS who would like to be involved with our school children must be Virtus certified and in compliance with the National Charter, “Protecting God’s Children” program. This means that all volunteers are required to be VIRTUS trained -- this includes classroom volunteers, field trip sponsors, room mothers, cafeteria workers, coaches, and substitutes, etc. New parents wishing to be VIRTUS trained should register online at www.virtus.org. If you are transferring from another parochial school, please make sure you add St. Anthony School to your VIRTUS account. If you already have an account with VIRTUS and it has been suspended or if you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Bottom.

2023-2024 SCHOOL CALENDAR – Attached is the school calendar for this year.  

CAFETERIA MENU - March Menu

LUNCH THIS WEEK

- Tuesday – Cheese Coney or Hot Dog
- Wednesday –
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce
- Thursday –
Turkey & Gravy w/ Mashed Potatoes
- Friday –
Cheese Bites or Pizza Crunchers
- Monday –
Fiestada or BBQ Chicken Pizza
- Tuesday –
Chicken Tenders

*Apply for Free and Reduced Lunch: https://www.myschoolapps.com/

LUNCH – Some discussion has come up regarding portion size for older students at lunch. As part of the Federal lunch program, the portion sizes, as well as the menu options, are determined by the Federal program for all who participate. Packing your student’s lunch is always an option, even if they choose to get the hot lunch at school in addition to their packed items. There should be no reason for anyone to go home hungry. If this is happening, please contact the office and the information will be shared with the Director of the lunch program.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS
• Dismissal is a busy time. Please do not allow children to run & play on school grounds at the end of the day. With more students & vehicles coming and going we need to ensure everyone is picked up safely. Thank you for your cooperation.
• There are no water fountains available in the building. Water refilling stations are available. Each student should bring their own water bottle.
• Please wait until all students have been dismissed to depart the parking lot after school. Thanks for your patience!
• Yearbook photos – If you attend any school events and have photos for the yearbook, please send to yearbook@stanth.org

PLANNING AHEAD:

- March 19th – Texas Roadhouse Night
- March 22nd – Early Dismissal @ 1PM
- March 27th – Early Dismissal @ 11AM
- March 28th – Holy Thursday – No School
- March 29th – Good Friday – No School
- April 1st – 5th – Spring Break – No School
- April 8th – School Resumes – Full Day
- April 8th – 12th – No bus service
- April 12th – 1⁄2 Trimester
- April 12th – Family Fun & Registration Night
- April 16th – El Jinete Night
- April 17 – April PTO Meeting
- April 19th- Walkathon

REMKE CARING NEIGHBORS – As part of the Remke’s Caring Neighbor program, they will donate up to 2% to St. Anthony for every purchase made when you use your Remke Rewards card if you have designated St. Anthony. It has been brought to our attention that even if you had previously chosen St. Anthony, you may need to log into your account and verify that St. Anthony is still designated.
Here’s How!
 Sign in to your account at www.remkes.com
 Go to My Account in the top right corner of the page
 Choose St. Anthony as your favorite Caring Neighbor Non-Profit Organization from the drop down box toward the bottom of the page

KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS – Please designate St. Anthony as your Kroger Community Rewards partner.
Here’s How!
1. Login or create your digital account at www.kroger.com
2. Link your Card to an organization.
Selecting the organization that you wish to support is as simple as updating the Kroger Community Rewards selection on your digital account.
1. Sign in to your digital account.
2. Enter the name or NPO number of the organization you wish to support.
3. Select the appropriate organization from the list and click “Save”.

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