St. Charles Catholic School Weekly News 
November 20, 2015
5 Ways to Give Your Children a Voice ~ Rachel Macy Stafford 
"As a parent you know how difficult this job can be. You know there will be days when you are dealing with heavy life issues. You know there will be days when nothing goes right. You know there will be days when smiles don't come easily and harsh words are spoken too quickly. On those days, I urge you not to say, "I am a failure," or "I am a bad parent." Instead, I urge you to garner the strength, patience, and resolve to do one thing: Listen.
 
Listen with your eyes, ears, and heart.
 
Because someday our children will find themselves in a difficult situation and they'll have a choice-either to suffer in silence or speak up. And perhaps that is the moment they will remember your eyes, the nodding of your head, and your thoughtful response. And suddenly they will be reminded that their voice holds value. And when you believe your voice holds value, it can be a life changer."

Click here to read about The Single Most Important Parenting Action We Can Do Today

Sincerely,
Ann Lachowitzer
Principal
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Athletic
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2015 Christmas Program
Thursday, December 10, 7:00 p.m. (gymnasium)
  • Pre-K through 4th Grade
  • Students must report to their classrooms by
    6:45 p.m. dressed in their "Sunday Best"
  • Following the program, parents should plan to pick up their child in their homeroom
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Children's Choir
Christmas Eve Mass 
St. Charles Catholic School students, grades 3-6, have an opportunity to showcase their talents as they perform a short concert before the start of Mass and lead the singing during the 4:00 p.m. Mass on Thursday, December 24th.

Practice begins on December 1st, and continues each Tuesday in December from 3:10 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

It's not too late to sign up! please contact Mr. Altschul at daltschul@stcharleskc.com and provide the following information:
  • Student's Name
  • Parent/Guardian name
  • Phone Number
  • Email Address
This is a wonderful opportunity to come together as a faith community as the children share their talents and celebrate Christmas.
 
Chris Cakes Lunch
Monday, November 23, 2015 
All you can eat pancakes with sausange, and Tang to drink.  Completed orders with payment due by Friday, November 20th 

LAST DAY TO PURCHASE ONLINE:
Box Tops For Education REWARD
Middle School Only
All middle school classrooms (6th,7th,8th grade) met their Box Tops goals for the latest collection!  They have been awarded a free dress day on Monday, November 23rd.  Please adhere to the free dress guidelines:

 
 
Appropriate & Allowed for free dress days
Pants, shorts, bottoms
Slacks, trousers, jeans, capris, silky warm-up pants, skirts (may not be more than 4 inches above the knee when kneeling and may not be tight to the body), all worn at the waist.
Leggings, only when bottom is covered.
Shirts, tops
Shirts/blouses (that have sleeves) cover the midriff and are not low-cut.
Shoes, hair, general appearance
Clothing is neat, clean, in good condition and appropriately sized.
Athletic shoes, closed-toed, and boots may be worn.
Neatly combed hair.
 
 
Not Allowed to be worn
Pants, shorts, bottoms
Pajama bottoms, skirts rolled up, pants worn too high or too low; or skirts that are too short.
Anything with writing / lettering on the back-side.
Any clothing that is skin tight (skinny Jeans/jeggings), immodest, or extreme.
Shirts, tops
Sleeveless clothing, (halter-tops, tanks tops, spaghetti straps), bare midriffs.
Torn, soiled, outgrown or oversized clothing.
Shoes, hair, general appearance
Flip-flops, back-less footwear, backs of shoes turned under, shoes worn without socks.
Bandanas, extreme hairstyles or hats worn indoors.
Paving The Way
Engraved Bricks 
Brick profits benefit the St. Charles Catholic School Maintenance Upgrade.  When you purchase a brick, you are giving back to the community and supporting the future of our school parish community. 
The next order for engraved bricks for the prayer garden and school front will be submitted Monday, November 23, 2015  Read more...
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. 
 
November 24 - 6th Grade
December 1 - 5th Golden
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SCRIP Program
Order today and support our school! 
Gifts made easy...order SCRIP Cards!  Orders will be placed on November 18 and again in December to ensure you receive your order in time for Christmas gift giving! 
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Class Parties
St. Nicholas/Sweetest - preschool -8th is on December 4th

It's time to sign up for class parties!  We are in need of snacks, drinks, paper products, and crafts or games.  Please sign up for your child's class party by clicking on the following links:
THIRD GRADE (combined)
For Your Information:
  • Pizza Lunch - December 3
  • Smoothie King - January 22
Happy Birthday to:
Austin, 6th Grade - November 23rd
Brooklyn, PreK - November 23rd
Alex, 6th Grade - November 24th
Tyvon, PreK - November 25th
Ashlynn, Preschool - November 28th
Bella Anne, 1st Grade - November 30th

Upcoming Events:

November:

  • 23 - Chris Cakes Lunch; free dress day for Box Tops grades 6-8 only
  • 24 - All School Mass; School Advisory Council 6pm

Thanksgiving Holiday:
November 25th - Noon dismissal, Extended Care closes at 4pm
November 26 & 27 - No school; Extended Care closed
November 30th - School resumes