1757 CONWAY ST – ST PAUL, MN - 55106

T: 651.776.0092 F: 651.774.9152 Website: http://stpascalschool.org/

School Office Hours: Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

UPCOMING EVENTS

MON AUG 28 9:00 AM Teacher’s Workshop: Founder’s Room

TUES AUG 29 9:30 AM Staff Back to School Mass: All Are Welcome

11:30 AM All Staff Lunch: Brioschi Hall

WED AUG 30 8:00 AM Teacher Workshop

THUR AUG 31 9:00 AM Teacher Workshop

5:00 PM Back to School Night: School Campus

Meet & Greet: Brioschi Hall

MON SEPT 4 ALL DAY Labor Day Holiday

TUES SEPT 5 ALL DAY First Day of School: Welcome Back Families

WED SEPT 6 9:30 AM Opening School Mass: All are Welcome!

THUR SEPT 7 No scheduled event

FRI SEPT 8 ALL DAY Out of Uniform

NEWS NOTES: BACK TO SCHOOL 2017-2018

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

It's been a busy summer at St. Pascal's! We are thankful for the love of God working through many caring people here. Because of this love and care, St. Pascal's is strong and growing and ready to begin another school year. We will be welcoming 32 new students to the school!

SEE YOU AT BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT ON THURSDAY FROM 5:00 - 7:00 PM

This is an opportunity to meet your teachers, bring supplies, and reconnect with old friends and meet new classmates.

Join us for cookies, juice and coffee in Brioschi Hall during the event. Stop by and learn about joining our Parent Teacher Partnership (PTP), Women's and Men's Club and the Boy and Girl Scout programs offered here. Lori Skarupa, our City Connect Coordinator, will be here with school supplies and other back-to-school goodies.

BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CARE HOURS FOR 2017-2018

6:30 – 9:00 AM Before School Care

3:30 – 5:30 PM After School Care

St. Pascal’s Before & After School Care program is available to Preschool, PreK, and K-5 students.

BUS SERVICES

If your child(ren) rides the bus to and/or from St. Pascal’s, please be patient the first week of school while the bus drivers become accustomed to their new routes. Keep in mind that routes can change dramatically the first week of school as riders are added to or taken off bus routes.

SPPS yellow bus cards will be mailed on August 28. Transportation information will be available during back to school night. See Mrs. Mathison.

• Please be at your designated bus stop five minutes before the scheduled pick up time.

• Changes to pick up and/or drop off location will take up to two weeks.

BACK TO SCHOOL FORMS

All back to school forms will be available in your youngest child’s classroom at Back to School Night.

Please return all completed forms by Monday, September 11.

DATES TO REMEMBER

Back to School Night: August 31 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

First Day of School: September 5

Grandparents/Grand Friends Day Mass: May 2, 2018

KUDOS TO US!

In addition to Minnesota Nonpublic School Accrediting Association accreditation, we have received a “Certificate of National Recognition” from the National Federation of Nonpublic School State Accrediting. Schools that maintain and advance high standards of quality receive this recognition.

WHAT’S NEW AT ST. PASCAL’S

• Tinker Town, our STEM Innovation Lab, has been updated with a new MakerBot 3D printer thanks to a grant from CenturyLink.

• Tulia Valdes has accepted a job at St. Joe’s in West St. Paul. We wish her the best of luck in her new position.

• Dr. Jennifer Greer Johnson has been hired as our new Preschool – Grade 8 Spanish teacher. Welcome Jennifer!

• Our City Connects Coordinator, Lori Skarupa is moving to New Zeland (!), but will be around the first week of September to help our new City Connects Coordinator settle in.

• Welcome to our new City Connects Coordinator, Inna Collier. • Our new Hill-Murray partnership band and orchestra director is Nathan

Mitchell. Students in grades 4-8 are invited to participate in this program. Lessons and rehearsal will take place on Thursday. More details coming soon.

• CKC Good Food is our new lunch provider. Be sure to return menus with your child’s selections by WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 30th. In addition to hot lunch, our new lunch menu includes a vegetarian and sandwich option. Salad bar is included with all purchased lunches.

• All K-8 students MUST wear the new logo uniform shirt at the start of the school year. Shirts are available at Donald’s Uniform Store.

• Donald’s Uniform Store will pick up and recycle all returned old uniform shirts at the end of September. Old uniforms will be collected in the school office throughout September.

• All preschool – Grade 4 students will have Spanish 2 days a week, and Physical Education 3 days a week. Middle School students will also have Spanish 2 days a week and Physical Education 3 days a week.

• Grades 6-8 will have Health for one trimester.

As we begin this school year together, let us be guided by the words found in the Scripture:

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." PSALM 119: 105

Help all of us to follow the path your light marks out for us.

Let the school year begin!

Blessings – Laurie Jennrich, Principal

HOT LUNCH PROGRAM

We urge all families to participate in the free and reduced-price lunch program if you think you may be eligible. The application and eligibility forms are on the school website. St. Pascal’s Title I program (special support for reading and math K-8 and funded by SPPS), is based on the number of participates in the free and reduced price lunch program. Families who applied for tuition assistance should complete this form.

2017-2018 LUNCH PAYMENT POLICY

Pre-payment for all lunches ordered must be submitted every month with your student’s order. You may choose to pay a larger amount ahead of time and it will be credited to your Cornerstone Cafeteria account. Questions regarding the payment process may be directed to Andrea Mathison at 651-776-0092 ext. 110, or andrea.mathison@stpascals.org.

2017-2018 Lunch Prices

• Preschool & Pre-K: $2.80 • K-8: $3.30 includes 1 milk • Extra Milk: $.30

SCHOOL MASS SCHEDULE

Sept. 6: Hosted by Staff

Sept. 13: Hosted by Grade 8

OUT OF UNIFORM

SEPT 8: OUT OF UNIFORM

SEPT 22: SCHOOL SPIRIT DAY

VOLUNTEERS FOR SCHOOL STORE

Twice a month on Friday afternoons, students can shop at our school store. The school store carries fun, little things like: small trinkets, erasers, note pads, pencils, and more.

We are currently looking for parent volunteers to help with the school store. School store volunteers are there to help students shop, count money, and give change.

Please contact Barb Odhiambo at barb.odhiambo@stpascals.org if interested.

CULVER’S NIGHT

The first Culver’s Night of the school year will be Monday, Sept. 25 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Please join us at Sun Ray Culver’s. All proceeds go towards the 7th and 8th grade class trip to Washington, D.C.

BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION

Boxtops for Education is a huge piece of fundraising for St. Pascal Baylon Catholic School.

Please remember to clip Boxtops and bring them to school with your student.

Don’t forget to use the Boxtop App to earn even more money for our school.

http://www.boxtops4education.com/bonusapp

• All Main Entrées include a salad bar with fresh fruit and veggies.

Our lunch ordering procedure requires us to order in advance for the whole month. Use one menu per child, and circle each day the child will have hot lunch.

Send back to the school office by mail, fax (651-774-9152) or scan and email to lunch@stpascals.org.

ALL HOT LUNCH:

If you wish to order hot lunch each day of the month, send an EMAIL with “All Hot Lunch” in the subject line and your child’s name, and grade.

NO HOT LUNCH:

If you do NOT wish to order hot lunch any day of the month, send an EMAIL with “No Hot Lunch” in the subject line and your child’s name and grade.

NOTE: Hot lunch WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE for your student unless a menu is returned to the office by the posted deadline each month.

ST. PASCAL’S ACADEMIC ALL STARS!

Based on our NWEA Measures of Academic Progress testing in 2016-2017, I am proud to share:

• St. Pascal students performed well exceeding National standards. • St. Pascal students exceeded Minnesota standards. • Our students become stronger academically as they move thru middle

school.

We will once again administer the NWEA MAP in the Fall, Winter and Spring. These results will be used to create Individual Learning Plans for each student.

PARENT TEACHER PARTNERSHIP

PTP just ordered a Photo Backdrop for our students and special events

It should arrive in time for Back To School Night where we will have our selfie mirror photo booth going so stop by and take some fun back to school pics.

The photo backdrop will be also be available for the first day of school for all those really adorable first day of school pics.

It will be available at the Extended Day entrance before school starts and after school starts it will be moved to the main entrance so kids can get their pictures any time after school has started.

Don't forget to tag St pascal's PTP on instagram with your photos at @spbptp https://www.instagram.com/spbptp/ with your back to school night & first day of school photos

JOIN US FOR OUR 1ST PTP (PARENT TEACHER PARTNERSHIP) MEETING

Wednesday, Sept. 13 from 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Nursery will be open for kids to play in while parents meet

You can attend virtually via google hangout using this link: https://hangouts.google.com/call/m2pamuwiyrfqzkbj7iwyxwcs2iu

We are DESPERATELY looking for parents, parishioners & teachers to be a part of our volunteer group.

Our group is bare-bones when it comes to volunteers and we're at a pivotal point this year on whether we will be able to continue on.

WHY IS PTP SO IMPORTANT?

PTP funds school equipment and programs that your child enjoys.

We create and support events that allow all families and children to participate in.

PTP events include:

• Movie nights

• Honor Roll Breakfast • Grandparents Day • Santa Shop • Plays such as: Alice & Wonderland • And much more

Please consider joining our group this year.

We meet once a month

-meetings can be attended virtually.

-work is done and coordinated via email.

-will need help creating events and volunteers to support these events.

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/spbptp/

email SPBPTP@gmail.com

Signup genius event: www.SignUpGenius.com/go/30E044EACA72CA5F94-ptpmonthly

SHOP SMILE AMAZON AND HELP SUPPORT ST. PASCAL’S

Use AmazonSmile and Amazon.com will donate a portion of your purchase to St. Pascal Baylon Catholic School (with no cost to you).

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Don’t forget to share the link below with friends and family:

https://smile.amazon.com/ch/41-0704479 and every time you go to make a purchase/shop and/or go to www.smile.amazon.com and then shop & purchase to ensure your order benefits the school.

St. Pascal Baylon Catholic School Growing in Achievement, Respect, Service, and Faith

PHILOSOPHY

At St. Pascal Baylon Catholic School, we strive to share the love of Christ with those around us as we learn and grow spiritually, emotionally and academically.

MISSION

St. Pascal Baylon is a school of excellence in the East Metro where our students’ lives are transformed in a Catholic, faith-centered environment focused on innovation, service to our community and the cultivation of each student’s potential.

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MENU DUE by WEDNESDAY AUGUST 30 St. Pascal Baylon School September 2017 PreK-8 Hot Lunch/Vegetarian/Sandwich Salad Bar Menu this institution is an equal opportunity provider

Week 1 Monday, September 04, 2017 Tuesday, September 05, 2017 Wednesday, September 06, 2017 Thursday, September 07, 2017 Friday, September 08, 2017Italian Meat Queso w/Garlic Knot Dunker Orange Chicken Soft Shell Beef Taco w/Cheese Philly Cheese Steak Croissant

Hot Steamed Rice Nacho Cheese Crisps Chex Mix

Lunch NO SCHOOL Banana

CKC's Special Pineapple Fruit Mix Fresh Seasonal Apple Chilled Pears

Vegetarian Mac & Cheese Hot Stuffed Cheese Pizza Croissant Cheese Pizza Quesadilla WG Mozzarella Twist Breadstick & Marinara

Sandwich Chicken No Nut Pesto Wrap & Cheese Bun Grilled Chutney Glazed Chicken Bun & Cheese Bun Grilled Taco Chicken Bun & Cheese Bun Mild Chicken Buffalo Wrap & Cheese Bun

Week 2 Monday, September 11, 2017 Tuesday, September 12, 2017 Wednesday, September 13, 2017 Thursday, September 14, 2017 Friday, September 15, 2017Cheeseburger Joe LEEANN CHINS Grilled Chicken Sandwich Creamy Mac & Cheese Fresh Hot Delivered Pizza Hut

Hot WG Joe Bun House Special Chicken CKC Seasoned Mayo Soft Bakery Roll

Lunch Steamed Seasoned Rice Ranch Crisps Chilled Pears

Chilled Peaches Fresh Seasonal Apple

WG Chocolate Chip Cookie Banana CKC's Special Pineapple Fruit Mix

Vegetarian Grilled Cheese Hot Stuffed Cheese Pizza Croissant Bean & Cheese Burrito Black Bean Veggie Burger Sandwich Pizza Hut Cheese Pizza

Sandwich Turkey Bun or Cheese Bun Greek Chicken Wrap or Cheese Bun Grilled Chicken Salsa Bun or Cheese Bun Grilled Herb Chicken Bun or Cheese Bun Turkey Cheese Bun or Cheese Bun

Week 3 Monday, September 18, 2017 Tuesday, September 19, 2017 Wednesday, September 20, 2017 Thursday, September 21, 2017 Friday, September 22, 2017Golden Chicken Patty Sandwich Pulled Roast Turkey & Gravy on WG Biscuit Sweet & Sour Chicken All Beef Hot Dog w/Cheese Chicken Tender Fritter Taco

Hot WG Bakery Bun & CKC Yowza Sauce Steamed Rice Bun, Cheddar Cheese, Ketchup Flour Tortilla, Cheese & Special Fritter Sauce

Lunch Ranch Crackers Banana Cheddar Goldfish El Nacho Cheese Crisps

CKC's Special Pineapple Fruit Mix

Chilled Peaches Fresh Seasonal Apple Chilled Pears

Vegetarian Egg & Cheese Muffin Sandwich WG Mozzarella Twist Breadstick & Marinara Cheese Enchilada w/Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich Hot Stuffed Cheese Pizza Croissant

Sandwich Turkey or Cheese Bun Chicken Craisin Wrap or Cheese Bun Grilled Sesame Chicken Bun or Cheese Bun Grilled Southwest Chicken Bun or Cheese Bun Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap or Cheese Bun

Week 4 Monday, September 25, 2017 Tuesday, September 26, 2017 Wednesday, September 27, 2017 Thursday, September 28, 2017 Friday, September 29, 2017BBQ Drumstick LEEANN CHINS Brunch Lunch Fajita Chicken Joe Fresh Hot Delivered Pizza Hut

Hot Dinner Roll House Special Chicken French Toast Sticks & Syrup BBQ Pop Crisps

Lunch Steamed Seasoned Rice Chilled Pears

Chilled Peaches CKC's Special Pineapple Fruit Mix Fresh Seasonal Apple

Blueberry Lemon Bites Banana

Vegetarian Bean & Cheese Burrito Veggie Sausage Patties Grilled Cheese Sandwich Veggie Cheeseburger Pizza Hut Cheese Pizza

Sandwich Turkey Bun or Cheese Bun Grilled Citrus Chicken Bun or Cheese Bun Honey Mustard Chicken Wrap or Cheese Bun Grilled Mild Buffalo Chicken Bun or Cheese Bun Turkey Cheese Bun or Cheese Bun

Student Name: Grade:***Circle one item per day for your student. Salad bar is

offered with all paid lunches

Payment (cash or check to St. Pascal's) must be submitted at time of ordering.

Please return this form with payment ot the school office or email menu to:HOT LUNCH PRICES: Student's K-8 $3.30,

Pre/PreK $2.80, Adult $3.60, Milk .30Centsandrea.mathison@stpascals.org or any questions please call school office 651-

776-0092 X110

Menu is subject to infrequent change Questions? Call 651-453-1136 or visit our website at www.ckcgoodfood.com Skim , 1% & Choc. Milk choices offered daily

This is a SCHOOL FUNDRAISER…not your classroom supply list. Thank you for your generosity!

What: Cretin Derham Hall Dance Team Kid Clinic Who: K-8th grade students who love to dance!! When: Saturday November 18th from 9:00 am-12:30 pm (Registration will begin at 8:30 am) Where: CDH Field House What: Come dance with the CDH Dance Team!!

*Warm up and practice dance skills as a group *Learn a routine that will be performed at High School Dance Team Competition hosted at CDH. The Catholic Jamboree on Saturday December 2nd! Cost: $35 includes clinic T-shirt and snack Questions: Call Coach Ashley @651-341-8395 or Coach Sam Vaith @ 870-273-8409 Email- cdhdt@c-dh.org

All Registration and Payment is Due NO LATER than Friday November 10th

LETS DANCE!!

Kid Clinic Registration Form

Student Name______________________________________ Grade_______Current School__________________________

Shirt Size: Youth XS Youth S Youth M Youth L Youth XL Adult S Adult M Adult L

Parent Name(s)_____________________________________ Contact Info Phone:__________________________________ Email_____________________________________________ *Please list if your dancer has an allergy ___________ ________________________________________________ *To ensure a t-shirt for your dancer, please complete form and send payment to

Cretin Derham Hall (Coach Ashley Sampson) Attn: CDHDT Kid Clinic

550 S Albert St St. Paul, MN 55116

*Checks Made Payable to CDHDT All Registration and Payment is Due NO LATER than Friday November 10th. Thank you, CDH Dance Team