St. Patrick Catholic School

Pictured are our winners of the CSW Guesstimation Jars! Congratulations to Loras, Ellie, Lillian, Hazel and Sam!

We will be offering two upcoming out-of-uniform days to raise funds for organizations that are close to our hearts. In recognition of American Heart Month, one out-of-uniform day will support the Ronald McDonald House. Additionally, next week we will be raising funds for the No Foot Too Small organization. Both of these deserving organizations have made a meaningful and lasting impact on members of our school family.

Tomorrow - February 6

We will have a fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House. Students can wear red shirts with an out of uniform bottom for a minimum of $1 donation. NO Hoodies.

On Friday, February 13th we will have a fundraiser for No Foot Too Small. Students can wear pink and/or blue shirts with an out of uniform bottom for a minimum of $1 donation. NO Hoodies.

Please remember that all students need to be wearing their uniform approved tennis shoes. Fashion boots, slippers, and Ugg style footwear are not uniform approved. Students not participating in these fundraisers may wear their St. Pats Friday shirts with uniform bottoms.

We are excited to start planning for the 2026–27 school year!

Below you will find links for our Kindergarten-Grade 8 registration information. Download the Enrollment Agreement, complete the form, and return it along with the Annual Family Fee.

All families are eligible for an ESA, but you must apply or reapply each school year. The ESA link below will take you to the information page where you can complete an application or login to your existing account.

Families are also encouraged each year to apply for STO financial assistance through FACTS. For answers to frequently asked questions and income guidelines, please visit the Our Faith, Our Children, Our Future website: https://www.ourfaithsto.org/faqs-for-parents.

To apply for STO, sign in using an existing FACTS account or create a new one if you are applying for the first time. Your 2025 tax documents will be needed to complete the application. STO application link: https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/3ZC82. An STO application is required to receive any additional local assistance.

Helpful Enrollment Links:
• Current Family Enrollment Agreement
• 2026–27 Fee Sheet
• ESA Information
• STO Information

Join us Tuesday, February 17, 2025 from 6–7 PM to learn more about kindergarten at St. Patrick School! You’ll meet our kindergarten teachers and learn about a typical school day, our Circle of Care wraparound childcare program, and Education Savings Accounts (ESAs). All families are eligible for an ESA, regardless of income. We’ll leave plenty of time for questions and for you to take a look around the school. We know you’ll love our outstanding academic program and our strong emphasis on faith, leadership, and service to others.

Pre-registration is requested to help speed up the check-in process. If you need to register after noon on February 17, please call the school office at 319-277-6781 and we will gladly reserve a space for you.

Location & Arrival Information
The school address is 615 Washington St., Cedar Falls, but you will enter through the playground entrance glass door on 7th Street (between Washington and Clay) between 5:45 and 6:00 PM. You will come in through the Multipurpose Room (MPR) where you will find child care and the check-in table.

A reminder from our billing office that February invoices were sent home with students this week. Please check their backpacks for these and return with payment to the office promptly. If you are unable to pay the full balance, please contact the billing office to make payment arrangements.

Payments can be made by cash, checks (made out to St Patrick School), and online through EzSchoolPay.

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Ready for an unforgettable night? 🎉

To grab your tickets for the Main Event, simply scan the QR code above and follow the prompts to complete your purchase. Don’t forget to snag your Mystery Box raffle tickets too—you won’t want to miss the surprise! 🎁

We're still in need of a few more volunteers at the event. See the Spring Volunteer Signup if you are interested in helping!

Time is running out to purchase your Mystery Box raffle tickets! Scan the QR code above to buy online. Tickets are $20 a piece, or 6 for $100. The approximate value of the prizes contained in the box are valued at $2500 or more! Get your tickets now!

Our next volunteer night at the Northeast Iowa Food Bank is coming up this tonight, February 5, 2026. At this time, we do not have any volunteers signed up. If you are able to help, please let Erin Youngblut know by emailing erinyoungblut@gmail.com

This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to our community, and students in grades 5–8 can earn hours towards their required service hours while making a difference. We’d love to see you there!

Since 1989 the R.J. McElroy Trust and KWWL has recognized outstanding teachers in the Cedar Valley with the Gold Star Award for Outstanding Teachers. Throughout the years several of our teachers are nominated by their students, and our school families, for this widely recognized award. Nominations can be submitted online through February 20. More information can be found at their linked website.

Our Spring volunteer sign-up is now open! We’re excited to offer many opportunities for families to get involved—whether by helping at the Main Event, the Shamrock Shuffle Fun Run, Spring Conference dinners, and more. Our success is made possible by the incredible families who volunteer their time, create lasting memories, and help pave the way for the future.

Clover Patch Preschool registration is now open! We currently have openings in the 3 day class. If you have a preschool age student and did not receive an email from the office with registration information, please let us know.

Dear St. Patrick School Families,

My name is Ryan Occeña, and I am currently serving my second term as a school board member. My family has been with the wonderful St. Patrick community for the past six years. I currently have a 6th grader (Veronica) and a 1st grader (Merryn) at St. Patrick, and one at Clover Patch (Anneliese). We have loved our time at this school and look forward to all of our children experiencing the great education we provide here.

Cold weather notwithstanding, the St. Patrick Catholic School Board met on January 22, and our school continues to be operating well. Teacher representatives Steve Baird and Janae Gross updated the board on plans for Catholic Schools Week, and Mr. Wiebers reported that preliminary FAST results indicate that our student body is, once again, academically very well prepared. Coming soon on February 14, The Main Event promises to be an exciting evening of festivity for parents to relax and enjoy our school community together. We encourage families to get their tickets for the Mystery Box raffle and for the Main Event itself – you won’t want to miss this night!

Beyond our regular business, the board recommended ways to make it easy for families to support our school through volunteering time, etc, because the involvement of parents in our school community sets an example for our young people and is part of what sets our school apart from other school options.

We would like to remind the school community that there are three positions on the school board up for reelection this year, including seats currently held by Nate Allison and Molly Lahart. Please reach out to Mr. Wiebers or any member of the school board to express interest in running this year.

Now that we are halfway through the school year, it is a good time to look back and see how far our students have come already as they grow in both academics and faith. It is such a blessing to have a school community like this one in which to live and learn, and thank you for being part of it. We look forward to continuing to work together to support the success and growth of our students and school community. I hope to see you at the Main Event!

In Christ,

Ryan Occeña

Congratulations to our St. Patrick Catholic School alumni on their recent induction into Columbus Catholic High School Athletics Hall of Fame! Picture: Andrea (Schupbach) Schmit Class of 2006 (St. Pats c/o 2002); Mark Moothart Class of 1997 (St. Pats c/o 1993), and Michelle (Schupbach) Boyle Class of 2009 (St. Pats c/o 2005).

Sailor Nation Softball registration for the 2026 Season is now open! Girls in grades 3 and up are invited to join us for an exciting season that begins in mid-March. Teams will practice twice a week leading up to games, with schedules adjusted once league play begins. Whether your player is brand-new to softball or returning for another great year, Sailor Nation offers a supportive environment focused on skills, teamwork, and growth. Register today using the QR code or at bit.ly/SNSoftball2026 to secure your spot for the upcoming season!