| | | | Dear Friends,
Welcome Back! We are excited to welcome the twenty-five kindergartners many of whom recently graduated from our preschool, Utopia. Another special welcome goes out to the eight, new, first through eighth graders who are joining us this year. It is our expectation that all our new students and their families will again be warmly welcomed and enjoy their time at St. Thomas More School. Our school continues to thrive because of your wonderful community spirit and the precious children you entrust to our care.
Construction on the stage build-out continues, though not as quickly as we would like. Currently the project is expected to be completed by the end of October. The good news is the gym will be available for practices and games beginning September 1st! At the moment a large section of our school yard is cordoned off for the construction crew. They plan to move the fence shortly to give us back more space in the yard. Meanwhile, to adjust to the smaller play area, we have staggered recess and lunch times so that not all the students are in the school yard at the same time. This may adjust as we move forward. We had planned to begin eating lunches outside this year, but will wait to begin this until construction is completed and the school yard is fully restored. | | | SCHOOL LUNCH PROGRAM
Choicelunch will provide lunches on Tuesdays through Fridays. Lunch will consist of an entree, side, snack and drink. Please note that the snack will be delivered with the lunch, not before. This program will begin tomorrow, Wednesday, August 24, and must be pre-ordered online by 9am the previous day (or by 6am day of for an additional fee). How to Register: Visit www.choicelunch.com to create a new account and register your child(ren) (name, grade & allergy info). Please feel free to contact Choicelunch customer service with any question at 1-855-465-8624.
On Mondays that are not a minimum days or holidays, we will continue our special lunch to assist with fundraising for the 5th and 6th grade Outdoor Education program. Order forms for these lunches will be included in your envelope. | | | IMPORTANT FORMS
Important forms that require your attention are included in your weekly Envelope. Some students received their envelopes today, others will be receiving them tomorrow. Please complete and return them immediately. | | | | Universal Medical Information/Emergency Contact Release and Consent Form | | | Medical Release and Consent to Treatment/General Terms of Parental Consent | | | AM Extended Care Sign up (for those using this service)
| | | PM Extended Care Sign up/Authorization/Allergies (for those using this service) | | | | Parent-Student Handbook Acknowledgment | | iPad responsibilities (6-8 grade)
| | | | Monday Lunch Order Form (for those wishing to order) | | | BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT
Tomorrow evening, Thursday, August 25th, is our Back-to-School Night. This year, due to the construction in the gym, the format will take on a slight change. There will be two sessions: Session 1: 7:00-7:25pm and Session 2: 7:30-7:55pm. You will meet your child's teacher at the beginning of one of these sessions IN YOUR CHILD'S CLASSROOM.
This is a mandatory meeting for all families. At least one parent from each family is required to attend. As per the 2016-2017 Parent Participation Requirements, families without a representative in attendance will be assessed a $25 fee for a missed meeting. While it would be ideal if children could stay at home, we understand this is not always possible. Childcare for younger children enrolled at STM will be available in Carroll Hall at $10 per family. Please click HERE to make a reservation for childcare. We can only accommodate families who have preregistered. | | Wednesday, August 24 - Choice Lunch Begins - AM and PM Extended Care Begins - - PE Classes Begin - | | | Thursday, August 25
- Music Classes Begin
- Back to School Night | | Monday, August 29
- Minimum Day, 12:15/12:30pm Dismissal | | | BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS AT SCHOOL
As a courtesy to parents, we do allow birthday celebrations during the school day. If you wish to provide a small treat for your child's birthday, you will need to purchase a birthday book beforehand. A birthday book request must be submitted at least a week in advance through the school website. Once this has been submitted, your child's teacher will contact you to set up a mutually convenient plan. Please do not contact the teacher directly. Requests not received in time may require that your child's birthday will be celebrated on a day other than their actual birthday. For more information and to submit a birthday book request, click HERE. | | | FROM THE ATHLETIC BOARD
Girl's Volleyball - Please sign up no later than this Thursday. The fees will be $90 if paid by August 30th and $110 after that. The sign-up link always can be found under the Athletics tab on the school website but can also be linked directly by clicking HERE. The FACTS system has not yet been linked for sports fees, so please make your payments into the drop box in the office. | | | Sincerely,
Marie Fitzpartick
Principal | | | | | | | |
