Dear Parents,

Our fifth graders did a wonderful job in their performance last week. A huge thanks goes to Mr. Nemec and the fifth grade teachers for all their hard work.
 
Students have been celebrating Red Ribbon Week.  They are respecting themselves and being drug free!  Student Council planned fun events for all our students including crazy socks day to "sock out drugs"; pajama day to "press the snooze button on drugs"; and they even encouraged students to make healthy choices. On Friday, students will "scare away drugs" and wear their costumes.  Please see costume guidelines below. 
 
Our third and fourth graders had the opportunity to be the first students at St. Cletus this week to take the Aspire Interim assessment. Third grade took math, and fourth grade took the reading test on the computer during TLC. Our hope is to gradually expose students in grades 3-8 before the April summative test date. Stay tuned for more information on this topic.
 
Happy Halloween!
It's ALWAYS a great day to be a Cardinal!

Sincerely,

Lauren Lewandowski
St. Cletus School, Principal
Dates to Remember
10/30:   Halloween Parties, 10:30 a.m., in Classrooms
10/30:   EARLY DISMISSAL: 11:30 a.m.; NO Aftercare
11/3:     Picture Retakes, Morrissey Hall Lobby
11/3:     Fall Sports Pictures, 5:00 p.m., Morrissey Hall
11/3:     School Board Meeting, 7:00 p.m., Rectory Basement
11/4:     Welcome Wednesday, 8:00-10:00 a.m., Flagpole Entrance
              (Open House for prospective families: 3, 4, and 5 year old students)
School News & Information
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
Annual Fund donation envelopes are going home in this week's family envelope.   
Donations should be sent to the school office, or you may donate on-line by clicking HERE.

To learn more about the Annual Fund, click HERE. 
Veterans Day Mass
If you or someone you know is a military veteran, St. Cletus and the National Junior Honor Society would like to acknowledge your service.  NJHS is planning a special Mass for Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11, and all are welcome to participate.

Please click HERE and complete the following form so that we know how many to expect. Please e-mail Mr. Kittlaus if you have any questions.
Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF
Service event, sponsored by the National Junior Honor Society
Students in grades 1-8 will receive a box tomorrow (10/29). The money raised will be used to provide food, clean water, clothing, education, and many other necessities of life to children around the world.  If you have any questions or would like to make a donation to this cause, e-mail Mr. Kittlaus. 
Coat Drive, 7th Grade Girl Scouts
Will benefit St. Vincent De Paul's Homeless Outreach Program
Donations can be dropped in a labeled collection box in the church narthex or the Morrissey Hall lobby now through Sunday, November 8.  NO peacoat/wool style coats, fleece jackets or sweatshirts.  Larger size men's winter coats are needed.  E-mail Lauren Kapusta with any questions.
Attention Fall Athletes: Picture Day--Tuesday, November 3
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled time.  Picture forms are being sent home if you would like to purchase additional photos of your child.  Photo forms and payment will be due on the day the photos are taken.  
 
5:00 p.m.  Cheerleaders
5:00 p.m.  JV football
5:15 p.m.  Cross Country
5:30 p.m.  5th grade girls volleyball
5:30 p.m.  6th grade girls volleyball
5:45 p.m.  8th grade girls basketball
5:45 p.m.  7th grade girls basketball
 
6th grade volleyball, and 7th & 8th grade basketball--your uniforms will be returned on this day, so please make sure they are washed. 
 
All other sports, please hold onto your uniforms unless otherwise instructed.
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)
Go to Order Form.
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.
St. Cletus Giving Tree Project
Weekend of November 14-15; watch for details in upcoming Canticles.
  
Friday, November 13, from 3:15-4:30 p.m. we're looking for volunteers to help fill the narthex Christmas trees with Giving Tree tags!  E-mail Kendall Grant or call (708) 215-5418.
Vendor Fair, Sponsored by the FSA
See Updated Flyer.
Milk Billing
The billing for milk charges has been posted to FACTS' Incidental Expenses 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.
Family Directory Application Now Available
Please see the Attached Letter regarding a new app called "DirectorySpot" for our school directory. 
In Today's Family Envelope:
  • Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF flyer
  • Roller Skating Party flyer
  • Annual Fund donation envelope
  • Fall Sports Picture Order Forms (Note: if your student does not participate in sports, please do not submit a sports picture order form.)
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Visit our Community Corner for information about community events and activities.
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Thanks to Mr. Jeremy Nemec and our fifth grade students for a wonderful musical performance on Thursday, October 22!
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