HOLY CHILDHOOD CATHOLIC SCHOOL

We are excited to announce that our middle school students will have the special opportunity to hear from inspirational speaker, author, and Catholic, leader John Foppe!

Born without arms and facing significant health challenges at birth, John learned early on to rely on faith, perseverance, and determination to navigate life’s everyday obstacles. He earned a Master's degree in Social Work from Saint Louis University, authored the acclaimed book What’s Your Excuse?, and has served as Executive Director for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in St. Louis.

Drawing on his deep faith and powerful story of overcoming physical limitations, John will speak to our students about recognizing their God-given value, overcoming self-imposed limits, and answering the call to serve others with courage.

It was a fun week promoting safe lifestyles by avoiding drugs and alcohol. The hair, costumes, and everything else was all great to see!

The 5th Grade at HCS, under the guidance of Ms. Tasker, will be holding our fantastic Living Saints Museum on Wednesday, November 4. Details are as follows:

1. Our 5th grade class will dress up as saints the students have chosen and present details on that Saint. The students have worked hard researching and "getting to know" their saint.
2. Time of the Museum will be 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM.
3. Open House-type presentation- Simply come to the office, sign in, and head to the HCS Gymnasium to hear their presentations.

On Monday, Kindergarten celebrated the 50th Day of School with a 50s day. Students dressed up in 50s clothes, we had a diner and ate cheeseburgers and root beer floats, and did math activities with 50. We looked at pictures of things from the 50s and talked about how different things were in the 50s. We enjoyed the music from the 50s and did lots of dancing.

VISION & HEARING SCREENINGS will be conducted at HCS on Thursday, November 12, 2026 (3-year-old Preschool, 4-year-old 5 full days PreK, and Grades Kindergarten through 8) and on Friday, November 13, 2026 (4-year-old 3 full & 3 half days PreK).

This testing is mandated by Illinois State Law. Screening performed by the doctor’s office as part of the school physical DOES NOT fulfill the mandate. Preschool screenings performed prior to the current school year DO NOT fulfill the mandate. See attachment for screening requirements.

*Please note that, because of the types of activities planned for that day and space available, students will be allowed to bring only 2 Special Persons with them on that day. Thank you for your understanding. Dismissal for that day will be at 10:50 AM (After Mass, which will be moved to 10:00 AM that day).

Under the direction of Mrs. Woodrome, our students are going to see the natural progression of rotting food. A great lesson in composting, decomposition, etc. Thanks to all who donated buckets, and thanks to Mrs. Austin for donating the pumpkins and squash!