St. Charles Catholic School Weekly News 
September 11, 2015
We are constantly modeling a code of conduct and a value system through our daily interactions with our children and others around us. It is easy to model respect and calm when life is going our way. But what happens when we become stressed and life feels complicated? How do you handle the driver who is to close or cuts you off? What is your response to others that don't agree with your ideas and thoughts? Your children see how you handle life's tough issues. They see your parental body language, tone of voice and reactions.
The days of, "Do what I say, not what I do," is over. To teach life skills successfully, we must model expected behavior throughout the ups and downs and ins and outs of daily life. As a parent, you must guide your child and help them overcome what life deals them.
This week's Conscious Commitment will remind you to be the person you want your children to be.
As always, I wish you well!

Ann Lachowitzer
Principal
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St. Charles Borromeo Parish
Chargers' Challenge 5K & 1 Mile Walk
Saturday, September 26, 2015
We are encouraging all families to participate! The classroom with the highest level of participation wins a pizza party!  Proceeds benefit St. Charles Catholic School. Read more...

We are looking for volunteers to help with hospitality before and during the race.  To sign up, CLICK HERE
Curriculum Night
Thanks to all the parents/guardians that attended Curriculum Night. If you attended, you will be receiving a very brief survey via email. The survey tool we will use is anonymous, and helps us gather feedback about school events throughout the year. Thank you in advance for completing it! Please notify your child's teacher if you missed the event and would like any information handed out.
Dress Up Day
THANK YOU to all parents and students who read the handbook and completed the form for a free dress up day. We set the expectations with students on Thursday regarding appropriate outfits. We are so pleased to say that we didn't have to call one parent about changing clothes. It is so important to set the right expectations. Thank you for following the dress guidelines, we appreciate it very much!
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School Pictures
September 18th 
Reed Portrait Group will be at St. Charles to take student photos on September 18th. Reed has requested that we take the student's fall photos in their uniform and take spring photos in dress clothes. In exchange for the switch, Reed will give us an all-school composite and additional student items for free.
Students need to wear their uniforms on September 18th
Order forms will be sent home Friday, September 11th
Spring dates for dress up photos are to be determined
Weekly School Mass
Please join us as we celebrate weekly Mass every Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. Each homeroom takes turns planning Mass throughout the school year. 
 
September 15 - 6th Altenhofen/Jury
September 22 - 5th Golden
September 29 - 4th Clausen
Spirit Wear
Orders due by Friday, September 25th

Show your St. Charles Chargers pride on Spirit Wear Fridays by wearing our newly designed
St. Charles Spirit Wear!  

SPIRIT WEAR ORDER FORM

New FIRE T-shirts Available!
25% of sales benefits FIRE Foundation. These cool new tees are approved as school spirit wear. Shirt orders will be delivered in early October to selected schools for free or may be shipped for a fee. Hurry, the deadline to order is September 23rd if you would like to have your shirt in time to wear during FIRE Ball Week (October 12-16).
Shirt samples are available in the school office.
 
8th Grade Events
Please keep our 8th grade students in your prayers as they take part in two very special events...

On Monday, September 14th, they will be going to the Earnest Shepherd Youth Center to participate in a Radical Challenge day. The bus leaves at 8:30 a.m. and will return at 2:00 p.m. 
 


On Tuesday, September 15th the 8th grade students will be attending a retreat at the Sisters of St. Francis Retreat Center. The bus leaves at 8:00 a.m. and will return at 2:30 p.m.

 
FREE CONCERT!
Michael James Mette is coming to St. Charles!
Join us on Friday, October 16th at 7:00 p.m. for an evening with famous Catholic musician, Michael James Mette!  
For Your Information:

  • Pizza Lunch is Thursday, September 24th
    (orders due Friday, September 18th)
  • Uniform shirts/sweatshirts order forms are available HERE
    (orders due Wednesday, September 16th)
Happy Birthday this week to:
13th - Owen, 4th grade
17th - Luke, 5th grade
19th - Emma, Preschool

We will continue the tradition of allowing students to wear St. Charles Catholic School spirit wear shirts every Friday. Click here for Spirit Wear Fridays guidelines.

Homework Help is now available every day after school (full days only) for all 3rd - 8th grade students currently attending St. Charles Catholic School. This is an additional opportunity for students to receive extra help from teachers on their current daily homework.  Read more...


SAVE THE DATE

Chargers Challenge Poker Tournament
Saturday, November 7, 2015
6:00 p.m.
Registration coming SOON!



St. Charles Catholic School Asbestos Management Plan 
This notice is to provide you of the availability of the Asbestos Management Plan for St. Charles Catholic School.  The Asbestos Management Plan is available in the School Office.  If you are interested in reviewing the plan, please contact the School Office for an appointment.  The plan will be made available for your inspection.  This action is being taken in compliance with the AHERA (Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act) Management Plan Notification.  Copies of this letter have been submitted to the asbestos program manager's office and the Diocesan School Office.

Trash Bags For Sale
We are once again selling trash bags to help with our 8
th grade class activities and gift back to the school when we graduate. The price is $10 per roll.  We will carry the following 3 sizes in strong, durable trashbags:
  • Blue Bags: Supersize bags - 55 gallons - holds 2 full yellow bags or 3 to 4 white bags
  • Yellow bags: Garage/yard can size  -  39 gallons - holds 2 full white bags
  • White bags - Kitchen size - 15 gallons
For your convenience, Trash Bags are sold by the roll or case through the kindness of our school secretary, Linda Krickle, in the school office.  If you have a particular 8th grade student you know and would like to credit them with your purchase, please mention their name at the time of sale. Our 8th grade students thank you in advance for your support! 

Youth Volleyball Skills Clinics
Grades 3 - 6, Read more...