Eagle News

September 30, 2022

In this issue (click to jump to a section):

Mission Day (K-8) - October 20

What is Mission Day?
St. Thomas More’s annual Mission Day is one of the special long-standing traditions of our parish school. This one-day fall festival for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade generates funds for a Catholic mission in need of support. The money raised at Mission Day is donated to an organization chosen by the 8th grade students. Games and activities are set up throughout campus, and the students participate while enjoying a fun day with their friends. A great way to have your child more involved in the purpose of Mission Day is to encourage them to find ways to earn/raise money for Mission Day, such as doing special chores around the house or helping out a neighbor in need.

Mission Day Volunteer Opportunities and Amazon Wishlist
Please be on the lookout for volunteer opportunities coming soon. Remember, to volunteer on campus, you must complete Child Protection Certification. Click here to view the Child Protection requirements. If you'd like to help from home, we have an Amazon Wishlist with items that help make Mission Day a success. Click here to view and purchase items on the Mission Day Wishlist. There is an option to have it sent to Mary Katherine Jackson at the school, or send it to the office through your student. Please have any Wishlist purchases made by October 3 so we can begin preparations for Mission Day! Thank you!

Mission Day Tickets
Families will receive an email next week with the link to purchase booth tickets, pizza lunch and raffle tickets.

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Free and Reduced-Price Meals - Apply before October 1

A reminder that there is a cost for breakfast and lunch in the cafeteria this school year. Please complete and submit a meal application to see if your child qualifies for free or reduced-priced meals. Approval is based on household income. Families that believe their income is under the limit should fill out an application for free or reduced-price meals before October 1, 2022.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY for free or reduced-price meals before October 1, 2022.

Income Eligibility Guidelines

Frequently asked questions about free and reduced-price meals

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No Medicine Allowed on STM Campus

No medicine is to be on campus. Students should take medicines at home or in the car before school. Violating this school rule could be dangerous if medicine falls out of a pocket or backpack, and another child picks it up.

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School Portrait Makeup Day - October 4

Students who were absent or not yet enrolled at STM on picture day will have their school portrait taken on Tuesday, October 4. If there was a problem with your child's photo taken in August, please contact Ashley Schade at schadea@stmbr.org.

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Wonderful Wednesday - October 5

Students are invited to wear their navy blue STM spirit shirts only with uniform bottoms. Parent volunteers are needed to pop popcorn and distribute snacks to each grade during their recess time. Click here to volunteer for Wonderful Wednesday.

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Fall Break - October 13-14

There is no school on Thursday, October 13 or Friday, October 14.

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Parent/Teacher Conferences - October 19 (PK & K) and October 24 (5-8)

Preschool and Kindergarten conferences are on October 19. Conferences for grades 5 to 8 are on October 24. Parents, you will receive a SignUpGenius link to reserve a time for your in-person conference with your child's teacher.
There is no school for students in Preschool or Kindergarten on Wednesday, October 19.
There is no school for students in grades 5 to 8 on Monday, October 24.

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First Quarter Report Cards - October 19

Report cards will be posted in FACTS for grades 1 through 8; Preschool and Kindergarten report cards will be given out at parent/teacher conferences on Wednesday, October 19.

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October Lunch Menu

Please click here to view the October lunch menu.

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EBR Bus Service

There will be no bus service on the following dates:
October 10 and 11
November 8
December 19 and 20
May 23, 24 and 25

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Home & School Volunteer Days

Throughout the school year, Home & School asks parents to help on campus for various events. Volunteering your time is a great way to support our STM community, meet other parents, and get a glimpse into your child’s life at school. Please click here to view a list of some of these volunteer opportunities. Take a look and find something that you can work into your schedule. The excitement on your child’s face when they see their mom or dad at school will make you so glad you did!

Please note that to take advantage of these volunteer opportunities you must be Child Protection Certified.
Go to https://www.stmbr.org/volunteer22 for more information.

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Dress Code Update - Hair

STM recognizes that there are different types of hair and that no single set of descriptions will perfectly capture the school’s expectations about haircuts, but the following guidelines will keep a student in compliance with the school’s expectations. These guidelines allow for some individual preferences regarding haircuts, while ensuring that hair is neat in appearance and not a distraction. Hair must be clean and styled in a conventional manner.

GIRLS

BOYS

GIRLS AND BOYS

The above are examples and not a complete list of what may or may not be considered conventional.

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Nurse's Notes

ATTENTION 5TH GRADE PARENTS: State law requires that students entering 6th grade receive booster shots after turning 11. These vaccines include Tdap and Meningococcal. Please make an appointment with your health care provider after your child’s 11th birthday. Please send updated shot records to the nurse, and confirm that I have received them. Shot records can be faxed, emailed, or sent in an envelope to school. Our fax number is 225-275-0376; my email address is rochelle@stmbr.org. Shot records for entering 6th graders are due by AUGUST 1, 2023. If your child will not be 11-years-old before starting 6th grade, please email me and make an appointment for shots the week following his/her birthday.

Nurse subs: Are you an RN, PA, or NP? Do you have days off during the week that you would be willing to sub for Nurse Rochelle? In the event of an emergency, there are very few subs she can call. If you are interested in subbing occasionally, please email rochelle@stmbr.org and she can set up a time for you to come shadow her and answer any questions.

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Eating Lunch at School with Your Child (Grades K through 8)

Beginning October 17, parents/guardians once again may join their children for lunch. Due to space and Child Protection requirements, please adhere to the following guidelines:

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Athletics

For the STM Athletics full calendar of events, go to stmbr.org/school/athletics.

BOYS BASKETBALL

CROSS COUNTRY

FOOTBALL

GIRLS BASKETBALL

INTRAMURAL BASKETBALL

SWIMMING

TENNIS

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St. Michael the Archangel High School Open House

Students in grades 6 to 8 are invited to St. Michael the Archangel High School's Open House on Wednesday, October 26, 2022. Tours are available from 4 to 7 p.m. Click here to schedule your tour time.

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STM Church News

There will be no 5 p.m. Mass on October 30.

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Save the Dates

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Our Mission Statement
St. Thomas More Catholic School is committed to continuing a legacy of excellence in religious and academic education in a nurturing environment that fosters self-discipline.