From the Desk of Mrs. Schweitzer

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.

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.

OUT OF UNIFORM – The students that collected $40 or more for Walkathon may be out of uniform this week, April 28th – May 2nd. Certificates were sent home with those students before Spring Break.

TALENT SHOW – Our Music teacher, Mrs. Drummond, will be hosting our second annual Talent Show for students. Tryouts will be on Thursday, May 1st. The day of the Talent Show had to be moved to Wed., May 14th due to a scheduling conflict. Please encourage your child to participate and join us for the performances. Their talent does not have to involve singing and dancing. God gave us so many talents that we can share

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 spring test session opened today and will remain open until Friday, May 16th. 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 information you can visit: https://www.nwea.org/family-toolkit/ 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.

FIRST RECONCILIATION AND FIRST HOLY COMMUNION – This Wednesday, April 30th at 6:30PM, 2nd graders will make their First Reconciliation! On Sunday, May 4th, these students will also make their First Holy Communion at 12PM in church. Please keep these students in your prayers as they take this next step in their faith lives: Ignacio, Alex, Sheila, Brandon, Cooper, and Christopher.

SCHOOL DANCE – PTO is sponsoring an all school dance this Friday, May 2nd in Fleming Hall from 6:30 – 9:30. The theme this year is CANDYLAND! We hope to see everyone and their families there!

WE SAY GOODBYE – With grateful but sad hearts, we must say goodbye to Mrs. Mary Beth Bement. She will be truly missed! We wish her luck and pray that the Holy Spirit guide her as she moves on to new endeavors! ????

NO BUS SERVICE – Please make note that there will be NO BUS SERVICE on the following dates that we are still in school: MAY 23RD, MAY 27TH, and MAY 28TH.

PHOTOS NEEDED – Yearbook planning is underway!! If you have photos of any school activities, sporting events, etc. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE send to yearbook@stanth.org so they can be included in the yearbook. Please include the name of the event in the subject line.

TUITION ASSISTANCE FOR 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR –Anyone interested in applying for tuition assistance is required to apply through FACTS at https://online.factsmgt.com/aid. The deadline to apply is May 15th – please do so as soon as possible.

PENNY WAR – The results of the penny war will be announced this week! With the monies counted so far, we have raised well over $250, so we will be celebrating with SUNDAE MONDAY on Monday, May 5th. Everyone will enjoy an ice cream sundae. At the gathering, the winning school family will be able to help turn Mrs. Schweitzer into a HUMAN SUNDAE!!

BOOSTERS GOLF OUTING – The annual Boosters Golf Outing is Friday, May 23rd at Devou. If you would like to make a donation to the raffles, know a business that is willing to donate, or would like to play in the outing, please contact boosters@stanth.org or text/call (859) 240-1959. See attached for more information

CONTACT INFO – As a reminder, weather delays or closings and other school emergencies will be communicated via PHONE & EMAIL. If you have not received these communications over the last few weeks, PLEASE contact the school office. Also, if you have a change in your phone number or email, please notify the office.

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.

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 - May Menu

LUNCH THIS WEEK
- Wednesday – Penne Pasta w/ Meat Sauce
- Thursday – Chicken Tenders
- Friday – Pizza Crunchers & Cheese Bites
- Monday – BBQ Riblet Sandwich

*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. 

IMPORTANT REMINDERS
• School begins at 7:30AM – Students should be in their classroom prior to 7:30 in order to prepare for the day without disruption.
• There are no water fountains available in the building. Water refilling stations are available. Each student should bring their own water bottle.

UPCOMING EVENTS
- APRIL 28TH – MAY 2ND OUT OF UNIFORM FOR $40 OR MORE COLLECTED FOR WALKATHON
- FIRST RECONCILIATION – WED., APRIL 30TH @ 6:30PM
- SCHOOL DANCE – FRIDAY, MAY 2ND
- FIRST COMMUNION – SUN., MAY 4TH
- May 7th – May Crowning at 1:30PM in Church
- May 14th – Talent Show – Time to be announced but will be in the afternoon during school – Parents / Families are welcome to attend
- May 16th - OLYMPIC DAY
- May 22nd – Kindergarten Celebration @11AM in Fleming Hall
- MAY 22nd – 8th Grade Graduation & Mass @ 7PM in Church
- MAY 28th – LAST DAY OF SCHOOL – 11AM Dismissal – PLEASE NOTE THIS IS THE WEDNESDAY AFTER MEMORIAL DAY

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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