From the Desk of Mrs. Schweitzer

In St. Paul's Letter to the Ephesians chapter 4 verse 32, he says, “Be kind to one another, compassionate, forgiving one another as God has forgiven you in Christ.”

What do these words mean to us as followers of Jesus? These words tell us what it means to be Christian, and how God calls us to “Live by the Spirit” so as to grow His Kingdom on earth and live holier, happier lives.

This school year, we will spend time focusing on the Sunday Gospel readings and what they tell us about how we can “Live by the Spirit” each and every day.

Blessings,
Mrs. Schweitzer

We Love Our St. Anthony Family!

THE ANNUAL WORLD’S FINEST CHOCOLATE SALE – This is very important fundraiser began last week. It is one of the biggest fundraisers of the year, thanks to all of you. These funds greatly help our school. The school will earn 50% of the profit when 100 boxes or more are sold, and some prizes/incentives will be awarded. If anyone is interested in selling chocolate after any of the weekend masses, please contact the office for an extra box or two.

THERE HAS BEEN A CHANGE FOR THIS UPCOMING SALE. NOW THERE ARE 40 CHOCOLATE BARS IN A BOX AND EACH BAR COSTS $2.00. A COMPLETE BOX IS NOW WORTH $80. Students will receive incentives for selling.

FAMILY FEE – If you have not already done so, please be sure to pay the $50 family fee as soon as possible.

WELCOME TO OUR NEW SCHOOL COUNSELOR – We welcome our new school counselor, Mr. Jason Voight. Last week you should have received an email introducing himself. He will be at St. Anthony every Tuesday that school is in session. If you would l like to reach out to him about your child, his Google voice/text is 513-570-4442 and his school email is jvoight@stanth.org. I know that he is happy to be here and looking forward to a great school year with us!

MAP TESTING – Three times a year it is required that our school administer MAP Tests to students in Grades K-8. The testing window for diocesan schools opens on Wednesday, Sept. 2nd, and remains open until Friday, Sept. 25th. For students in Grades Kindergarten through 1st Grade, Reading and Math are tested. For students in Grades 2-8, Reading, Math, and Language are tested. Please be sure that your children are well rested, and encourage them to do their best to stay focused and give their best effort. If you would like more information on MAP Tests, you can access the Family Toolkit at https://www.nwea.org/family-toolkit/ Thank you for your support in the important part of your child’s education.

SPIRITWEAR SHOP – The spiritwear shop is open until September 13th at 11PM. Link is below: https://saintanthony26.itemorder.com/shop/home/

IMPORTANT NEW YEAR PAPERWORK – An envelope with 2026/2027 school paperwork can be picked up at parent night or will be sent home with students on Thursday. Please return the envelopes this week.

SCHOOL ABSENCES

Please be sure to contact the school office by 7:30AM if your student will be absent on a given day. Completion of the St. Anthony Reentry After Absence Form or a note will be required upon the student’s return to school. A copy of the form is attached to this newsletter. After 3 days, a physician’s note / release is required to accompany the form or note.

PE SHIRTS – A few extra shirts are available for $10 each – contact the office if you would like to purchase one. The shirts only came in S, M, L, XL for youth and adults.

PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION (PTO) – Since our PTO met so late in August, there will be no PTO meeting for September. The PTO will have its next meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 20th in the school library.

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT – NEXT FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18th Join us for a fun family movie night! A movie will be shown in Fleming Hall (the church basement).
Bring your own camp chairs and/or blankets and pillows to sit on! Come as early as 6:30 to get a good seat! The movie will begin approximately at 7:00! Drinks, pizza, popcorn, chips and candy bars will be available for $1.00 each. Our movie title will be announced next week! Come join us for a fun night!

FUTURE INDIANS NIGHT @ HC HIGH SCHOOL - Attached is a flyer for FUTURE INDIAN NIGHTS at Holy Cross High School:
• Volleyball 9/14 – HC Gym @7:30
• Boys Soccer 9/24 – Eva G @ 5PM
• Girls Soccer 9/30 – Eva G @7PM
• Football 10/9 – Thomas More University @7PM

SCHOOL MASSES – This year Grades K-8 will attend Mass on Tuesday mornings at 8AM and Grades K-3 will attend Mass on Friday mornings at 8AM. Please join us any time as we learn about and participate in the greatest form of communal prayer in our Catholic faith ~ the Holy Mass.

USDA SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM - At this time, all students will receive a breakfast and a Hot Lunch with a drink at no cost to parents as part of the Community Eligibility Provision (“CEP”) under the National School Lunch Program.

TECHNOLOGY REMINDER

Please remember that the students' school emails and Chromebooks are meant for school/academic purposes only. Misuse of school emails and Chromebooks is considered a misuse of technology and a ten point violation which would result in two detentions. This also applies to cell phones and other devices such as watches used for texting during school hours. All of this is stated in the student handbook. Any important communication from your child/children during the school day should be via the school office phone or email. I have reminded students of this policy.

INCLEMENT WEATHER REMINDER

Please remember that in case of inclement weather, a telephone call will go out to all families, local televisions stations will be notified, and an email will be sent stating plans regarding delays or school closings.

2026 / 2027 SCHOOL CALENDAR

Our school calendar for this year is attached. 

LUNCH THIS WEEK
• Thursday – Chicken Nuggets
• Friday – Cheese Bites
• Monday – Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza
• Tuesday – Hamburger or cheeseburger

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.