From the Desk of Mrs. Schweitzer

Welcome to the beginning of a new school year! A new school year brings a new theme! This year, our school will SHINE WITH THE SPIRIT! Our school community will be learning about the Fruits and the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. We will discover how these gifts help us respond to the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives and make good choices so that we are able to serve God and others. Additionally, we will discover how the Fruits of the Holy Spirit develop if we, as Christians, use the gifts of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Moral actions are the fruit, and they show that the Holy Spirit lives within us. Please pray for us as we learn about these Gifts of the Holy Spirit and the fruits that we can bear so that we may “SHINE WITH THE SPIRIT” so that all may see God in us!  Click here for more information on this year's school theme including considerations for this month.

Blessings,
Mrs. Schweitzer

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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.

SCHOOL MASSES 
This year Grades K-8 will attend Mass on Tuesday mornings at 8AM and Grades K-4 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.

FALL FUNDRAISER - Our World’s Finest Chocolate sale is underway!  This fundraiser will end on Friday, September 13th. This year the price for each chocolate bar is $2, and there are 30 chocolate bars in each box. This is a very important fundraiser for our school, so we are asking ALL families to help buying selling these chocolate bars. 

MAP TESTING -- Three times a year, the diocesan schools are required to administer a standardized test to students in order to determine academic achievement and growth. The fall  test session will be from Wednesday, Sept. 4th until Friday, Sept. 27th. During this time, teachers in grades K-8 will administer Math, Reading, and Language (Gr. 2-8) tests. These tests are taken online through NWEA.  For more information, you can visit: https://www.nwea.org/familytoolkit/  Please encourage your child to do his/her best on the tests so that we can have a good indication of his/her achievement and growth.  

MASS OF BELONGING – Join Bishop Iffert and others in the Diocese of Covington for a special Mass to create a sense of belonging for those with learning differences and disabilities. The Mass will take place on Thursday, Sept. 12th at 6PM at the Cathedral Basilica.  


VOTE YES ON 2!!! Be a part of history! Kentucky residents will have the opportunity to vote YES for Amendment 2, which will give parents more say in their child’s education. We need your help to get the word out! Consider joining our grassroots efforts to pass Amendment 2. Visit https://covdio.org/yesontwo/ to learn more and volunteer your time. 

PTO MEETING – The PTO organization will meet in the Library next Tuesday, September 17th at 7PM. Please join us as we plan for different school activities.  

FAMILY FEE – If you have not already done so, please be sure to pay the $40 family fee as soon as possible.

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT - Next Friday September 20! EVERYONE is invited to join us for a fun family movie night!  A movie will be shown in Fleming Hall (the church basement) drive-in style!   Bring your own camp chairs and/or blankets and pillows!  Come as early as 6:30 to get a good seat! The movie will begin approximately at 7:00!   PIZZA,and  candy bars will be available for $1.00 each.  Popcorn, chips and drinks will be available for 50 cents each.. Our featured G-RATED movie will be voted on by our students and announced next week! Come join us for a fun night!  

GOLD STAR CHILI NIGHT – Enjoy some yummy Gold Star Chili and support our PTO next Wednesday night, September 18th, from 4PM until 9PM. A portion of proceeds from sales will go to support our PTO which in turn, supports our students!    

HOLY CROSS HIGH SCHOOL’S FUTURE INDIAN NIGHT – The following “Future Indian” nights are coming up.  All St. Anthony students and one parent will receive free admission to the game!  
• Volleyball - Tuesday, September 24th @7:30 – Finn Center
• Football - 7PM – Friday, September 27th at Thomas More University’s field Versus CCPA
• Soccer – 5PM – Wednesday, October 2nd – Eva G Sports Complex 

2024/2025 TUITION RATES- Please see the attached information regarding tuition next year. 

COMMUNICATION – This school year, the Diocesan schools will once again be using Sycamore Education for online grading. For assistance logging in, please contact the school office.

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.

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. Mullen: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/YR6FNGKW5J0T?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
Ms. Blank: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/35WSQPFUOFP0L?ref_=wl_share
Ms. Reams: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/NJ4FEFJOXCD7?ref_=wl_share
Ms. Jackie: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/37NFOP4GIAWRZ?ref_=wl_share
Mrs. Drummond: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2Y3LFJWAAZLLJ?ref_=wl_share 

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.

2024-2025 SCHOOL CALENDAR - Attached is the school calendar for next year. 

CAFETERIA MENU - September Menu

LUNCH THIS WEEK
• Thursday – Chili Coney or Hot Dog
• Friday – Macaroni & Cheese w/ Tomato Soup
• Monday – Hamburger / Cheeseburger
• Tuesday – Fiestada Hot Pocket 

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

USDA SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM - At this time, all students will receive a Grab-N-Go snack in the morning 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. The lunch menu is attached for August. Please be aware that sometimes it is necessary to modify the menu.

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. Also, please wait until ALL students have been dismissed to depart the parking lot after school. Thank you for your cooperation AND patience.
• There are no water fountains available in the building. Water refilling stations are available. Each student should bring their own water bottle.

UPCOMING EVENTS
• SEPTEMBER 17TH – PTO MEETING @ 7PM IN THE SCHOOL LIBRARY
• SEPTEMBER 18th – GOLD STAR CHILI NIGHT
• FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT – FRIDAY, SEPT. 20TH – DOORS OPEN AT 6:30 PM
• 1/2 TRIMESTER – WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 25TH  
• MAP TESTING ENDS FRIDAY, SEPT. 27th

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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