Dear Parents,

It has been quite a week!  First grade prepared a beautiful Mass on Tuesday; students have been working hard in the classrooms; and the fifth grade has been diligently preparing for their performance on Thursday!  We hope to see you tomorrow night at the 7:00 p.m. show.
 
Congrats to our JV football team on their victory this past weekend.  Come cheer our fellow Cardinals on at the championship game at College of DuPage at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday.  We also would like to invite students to help us celebrate in an all-school St. Cletus wear dress down day on Friday.
 
Please take a few moments to read the letter about dismissal in your student's family envelope today.  We are asking for your help with this to keep our students safe during arrival and dismissal.  You will also find guidelines for Halloween costumes for next Friday below.  How do you like our new Scoop design?
It's ALWAYS a great day to be a Cardinal!

Sincerely,

Lauren Lewandowski
St. Cletus School, Principal
Dates to Remember
10/22:       Fifth Grade Musical, 7:00 p.m., Morrissey Hall
10/22:       Dining for Dollars, 11:00 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Café Salsa
10/23:       Dress Down Day (St. Cletus Spirit Wear), No Charge
10/26-30   Red Ribbon Week (details to follow)
School News & Information
Dining for Dollars Event
Cafe Salsa, Countryside
Thursday, October 22, 11:00 a.m. until 9:30 p.m.

Download required Flyer.
Halloween Celebration
This year, we will celebrate Halloween at school on Friday, October 30, with parties and costumes.  K-8 students should come dressed for the morning in your costumes, ensuring to adhere to the guidelines listed below.  Class dismissal on the 30th will be at 11:30 a.m., and there will be NO Aftercare.
  • Costumes must be comfortable.
  • Leave all props at home: wands, gloves, brooms, whistles, etc.
  • No masks; try make-up instead.  Remember, the children will be wearing this make-up all day.
  • Wear comfortable shoes--gym shoes are preferred.  We will still have gym class and recess.
  • Costumes must be school appropriate--NO violent or gory costumes, such as Freddy, Jason, etc.  However, skeletons, witches, Dracula, etc. are fine.
Preschool Guidelines: Please read this Letter.
Annual Fund Drive
Letters are now being mailed for our Annual Fund Drive.  Thank you to Ms. Jana Svec and Mr. James Ludden, who are chairing this fundraising event.

Donations should be sent to the school office or submitted on-line by clicking HERE.

To learn more about the Annual Fund, click HERE. 
Picture Retake Day: Tuesday, November 3
If your child(ren) missed Picture Day on September 15, or if you would like a retake photo, please do the following:
(1) e-mail the School Office or call (708) 352-4820;
(2) return your unwanted photos (required) to the school office no later than Monday, November 2.

Retake students who have gym class should bring their gym uniforms to school to change into after their photo is taken.  Students who do not have gym class may remain in their photo attire or bring their school uniforms to change into after their photo is taken.
8th Grade Pie Sale (Pies by Fasano)
Sales proceeds support 8th grade activities.
Purchase:
  --  from any 8th grade student;
  --  on-line via St. Cletus website; or
  --  after all Masses, November 14 and 15
Order forms and payments are due November 11.
Go to Order Form.
JV Championship Football Game
College of Du Page, Glen Ellyn
Sunday, October 25, 9:00 a.m.
Come cheer on the Cardinals against St. Joe's!
St. Cletus Rolling Skating Party, Grades 4-8 Students
Fleetwood Roller Rink, Summit
Thursday, November 12, 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Pre-sale tickets (in school) starting October 20: $6.00 each.
Tickets at the door: $8.00 each.
Bring skates or rent at the rink for $3.00.
Fall Fest Post-Event Volunteer Party
We'd like to thank everyone who volunteered before, during, and after the Fall Fest by inviting you to attend an Appreciation Party on Wednesday, October 28, from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in Morrissey Hall.
Vendor Fair, Sponsored by the FSA
Friday, December 4, 7:00-10:00 p.m., Morrissey Hall
For vendor participation, e-mail Rachel Luna.
See Flyer.
School Volunteers Need Documentation
We are sending home letters to all parents who still need to complete volunteer documentation.  These forms must be completed and turned in to the school office before any further volunteering may be done at the school.  Thank you for your cooperation.
Milk Billing
The billing for milk charges has been posted to participating families' FACTS accounts.  This year's milk charge is $15.00 per daily milk ordered for the entire school year.  Payment is due 30 days from the date of posting.

FACTS Incidental Expenses accounts must be initialized by the account holder.  If you set up Auto Pay last year, you will not need to do this again for the 2015-16 school year.  Auto Pay is an option you may choose to automatically pay all of your Incidental fees, such as extended care and milk, on a day of the month that you have chosen.  If you do not wish to use Auto Pay, then you will need to schedule each payment individually by its due date.

If you have any questions about your milk order or FACTS accounts, please contact the school office.
New!  Preschool and Kindergarten "Imagination Station"
See our Flyer!
New Family Directory Application
Please see the Attached Letter regarding a new app called "DirectorySpot" for our school directory. 
In Today's Family Envelope:
  • "Pies by Fasano" flyer for 8th grade pie sale
  • Parent volunteer document requirements (only to parents who are missing information)
  • Dismissal Guidelines Letter
Visit our High School Virtual Backpack for high school information for both Catholic and public high schools.
Get Involved
Stay informed and get involved with volunteer opportunities in the School Board, Family School Association (FSA), Athletics Association, The St. Cletus Father's Club, and Band Boosters 

Family School Association News

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Athletic Association

Latest Newsletter
Cardinal Cheer
  • Thank you, James and Wendy Becker, for volunteering to chair the Spring Auction Event!
  • Thank you, Jana Svec and James Ludden for chairing the 2015-16 Annual Fund!
  • Thank you, Chris McLean, for helping with the new Scoop re-design!
Parish News
St. Cletus Parish Capital Campaign

Groundbreaking of the new building is expected in spring of 2016!
School Scoop Article Deadline:
Mondays by 3:00 p.m. to scoop@stcletusparish.com
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