Tiger News

Dear Tiger Families,

This Sunday, September 21st, is a busy and blessed day at St. Teresa! We hope you join us for 11:00 AM Mass at St. Teresa Church as we pray for our 8th graders during their Rite of Enrollment as they prepare for Confirmation. During this Mass, we will also honor our teachers for Catechetical Sunday, and it is Children’s Mass, so bring the whole family to celebrate together.

Monday, September 22nd, marks the beginning of IOWA testing for students in 2nd – 8th grade. To help your child do their best, here are some ways to prepare:

1. Encourage a good night’s sleep – Aim for 8–10 hours to help focus and retain information.

2. Provide a healthy breakfast – A balanced meal with protein and complex carbs fuels the brain.

3. Arrive at school on time – Punctuality helps students start the day calmly and prepared.

4. Limit screen time the night before – Reduces distractions and promotes rest.

5. Stay positive and encouraging – Confidence matters; remind them to do their best.

6. Pack necessary materials – Ensure pencils, erasers, and any approved items are ready the night before.

7. Encourage a calm morning routine – Planning ahead prevents stress and rushing.

With your support, we can help our students shine and feel confident during IOWA testing!

As always, we thank you for sharing your student with us. We appreciate your trust, support, and partnership. TIGERS LEAD THE WAY!

Sincerely,

Nicole Green

Principal

All volunteers must complete the forms and training listed below by October 3, 2025 in order to volunteer in classrooms, class parties, field trips, and other school activities during the 2025-2026 school year.

🆕 First-Time Volunteers Must Complete:

👉 Create your own Virtus account here: www.virtusonline.org/virtus

• Follow the prompts. Contact Ms. Tewell if you have questions at jackie.tewell@stteresatigers.org

🔄 Returning Volunteers Must Complete:

• Log into your Virtus account

• Complete all items indicated in red on your Virtus dashboard (this may include a CANTS renewal or refresher training)

• Respond promptly to the electronic CANTS link that will be sent via email from Dcfs.CFS689BackgroundCheck@illinois.gov

🗓 Field Trip Exception

If your child has a field trip scheduled before October 3rd, all forms must be completed and turned in three weeks before the field trip date.

📩 Questions?

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Ms. Jackie.

St. Teresa alumni who celebrated Grandparents Mass with us. We are so grateful for their continued support and for inspiring our current students by staying connected to our school community.

Want to stay up-to-date on what is happening at St. Teresa but not sure how.
Check out the St. Teresa School Parent Calendar. Click on the link below to check it out!

St. Teresa Catholic School Google Calendar

September

21st ~ Rite of Enrollment/ Catechetical Sunday/Children's Mass at 11:00 am St. Teresa Church

22nd ~ IOWA Testing

October

1st ~ IOWA Testing Ends

3rd ~ Early Dismissal 11:30 NO EXTENDED CARE/ NO LUNCH

13th ~ No School

14th - 15th ~ Walk for the Poor

17th ~ End of 1st Quarter

19th ~ Children's Mass

20th -23rd ~ Red Ribbon Week

23rd ~ Parent Teacher Conferences 4pm - 8pm

24th ~ No School / Parent Teacher Conferences 8am - 12pm

30th ~ Halloween Parade 1:45pm/Party 2pm (PreK - 4th wear costumes to school)

31st ~ No School Diocesan Institute Day

November

4th ~ Picture Retake

9th ~ Children's Mass

10th ~ Veteran's Day Assembly 2:00 pm

11th ~ No School Veteran's Day

12th ~ 8th Grade Confirmation Retreat

14th ~ 2nd Quarter Progress Reports

15th ~ Confirmation 5pm Mass

21st ~ Early Dismissal NO LUNCH or EXTENDED CARE

26th - 28th ~ Thanksgiving Break

October is the Month of the Holy Rosary, a devotion rooted in the Church’s gratitude for Mary’s intercession. Throughout this month, Catholics are invited to pray the Rosary more faithfully, drawing closer to Christ through Mary and seeking peace, strength, and renewal for our lives, families, and parishes. Use the HALLOW app as a way to foster a deeper love for the Rosary and inspire hearts to embrace its timeless power.

As a parent, do you desire to lead your family closer to God, but sometimes struggle to know where to start? Do you personally experience an internal longing to know God more deeply? If yes, then reading this may really bless you. Nick, our school's Hallow Representative, recorded a 2 minute video inviting us into something special. Watch the video to find out more about our partnership and what's available to you!

Watch Video

To Access Your Child's Account

1) Download Hallow on the mobile or go to www.hallow.com on the web

Username: your child's school email address

Password: hallowed

2) Join us in the Family Rule of Life Prayer Challenge

3) Download the accompanying workbook

Parents, as fall sports are underway, we’d love your help capturing these great moments! Please remember to take team pictures and email them to: lauren.robinson@stteresatigers.org.

Thank you for helping us showcase our amazing student-athletes! 🐯⚾🏐🏃‍♂️

Hey Grades 5 - 8! Want to spend some time after school every other month working on service projects? If you answered, "Yes!" then JSVDP is the club for you. Click the link below for application and deets!

All meeting will meet:

Place: Mrs. Neville's room

Time: 3:00-3:30

Pickup: Back PC parking lot

Grades Date

JSVDP Dates for 2025-2026

September 23 ~ 6th & 8th

October 21 ~ 5th & 7th

November 18 ~ 6th & 8th

December NO MEETING

January 13 ~ 5th & 7th

February 10 ~ 6th & 8th

March 24 ~ 5th & 7th

April 14 ~ 6th & 8th

May 5 ~ 5th & 7th

Hope to see you there!

JSVDP Club information Sheet

In 2026, we will joyfully celebrate the 100th Anniversary of St. Teresa Church. This is a milestone not only for our parish, but for every family and parishioner who has been part of our faith community. As we begin planning, we would love to hear your ideas, memories, and hopes for how we can honor this historic occasion. Please take a few moments to share your thoughts with us. Your input will help shape a celebration that reflects the spirit and history of St. Teresa.

https://forms.gle/LxzqT5BJDywzTKJeA

We are excited to begin preparing for the Luke 18 Retreat in 2026! Applications are now open for Retreat Leaders and Team Members (9th grade through young adults).

A separate “Luker” application for 6th–8th graders will be shared at a later date.

👉 Application Deadline: September 30, 2025
👉 Application Link: [Insert Link]

Please help us spread the word and encourage interested teens and young adults to apply.

For questions, contact Beth Schindelar at 314-780-0228 or bellevilleluke18@gmail.com

Students who have received their First Communion are invited to become trained altar servers. To sign up or learn more, please contact Sandy Jouglard at (618) 806-9535.

Double Your Impact!

All donations made this year to the St. Teresa’s Endowment Fund will be matched dollar for dollar by a generous donor. That means your gift goes twice as far in supporting our students, teachers, and programs.

Give generously. Give graciously. Help us reach our goal of $30,000!

Together, we can make a lasting difference.

We’d love your help during lunch and recess!

Volunteers make a big difference in our day, and we’re so grateful for your time and support. Just a friendly reminder — all volunteers must be up to date with child protection requirements.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Jackie Tewell at jackie.tewell@stteresatigers.org.

Extra hands are especially appreciated on Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

Thank you for being such an important part of our school community!

September Lunch Recess Sign Up Link

October Lunch Recess Sign Up Link

November Lunch Recess Sign Up Link

December Lunch Recess Sign Up Link

January Lunch Recess Sign Up Link

February Lunch Recess Sign Up Link

March Lunch Recess Sign Up Link

April Lunch Recess Sign Up Link

May Lunch Recess Sign Up Link

We truly appreciate everyone’s willingness to help!

Just a quick reminder — only parents who have signed up using the Signup Genius link above will be able to assist in the cafeteria.

Thanks so much for understanding and for your continued support!

Are you in a group that is part of St. Teresa School and need something posted on Social Media or are you a parent who took pictures on a field trip or game and would like to share them. Please send all inquiries to our public relation team at social.media@stteresatigers.org.

We love to show all the great things St. Teresa Tigers do at school and in the community!

After all, TIGERS LEAD THE WAY!

We have great news! Rapid Expressions has launched an online perpetual order form, allowing families to order shirts anytime throughout the year—whether it’s one, two, or twenty!

No more waiting until May to get your Faith Family Shirt.

These shirts are optional for Field Day and also qualify as Spirit wear for Fridays!

https://www.rapidexpressions.com/stteresa_faith_family/shop/home

Know of a St. Teresa Alumni to Spotlight email nicole.green@stteresatigers.org

During this special liturgy, the young members of our parish are invited to take part in the ministries of the Mass—serving as greeters, ushers, readers, and gift bearers.

Our next Children and Youth Mass will be held on Sunday, September 21st at 11:00 AM. We encourage all families to mark their calendars and join us for this joyful celebration.

If your child would like to participate, please use the sign-up links below to select a ministry role.

We look forward to seeing our youth involved and growing in faith!

September 21st - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E4EA5A622A0FF2-57541239-september

October 19th - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E4EA5A622A0FF2-57541253-october

November 9th - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E4EA5A622A0FF2-57541275-november

December 7th - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E4EA5A622A0FF2-57541277-december

Hello St Teresa

The golf outing will be held on Saturday October 4th @ 1:00 at Tamarack golf course. Last year we partnered with Blessed Sacrament and QP that made for an awesome day. We had a full tournament and beautiful weather. I was encouraged that each school carried their own weight on teams and sponsorships; allowing each school to make significantly more for their athletic departments.

Please take the opportunity to participate by playing and or sponsoring. Please note every dollar donated by St Teresa families will come back to us.

Feel free to contact me!

Andy Robinson

618-960-1189

arobgolf19@gmail.com

Contact us:

PTO Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StTeresaPTO

Email: PTO@StTeresaTigers.org

St. Teresa PTO meets the SECOND Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm in the Parish Center.

Everyone is welcome!

Dinner Auction Committee:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DAAA82BA1FFC34-57854245-dinner

Teacher Appreciation Committee:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DAAA82BA1FFC34-57854286-teacher

Tiger Skate Committee:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DAAA82BA1FFC34-57854317-tiger

Trunk or Treat Committee:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DAAA82BA1FFC34-57854332-trunk

*We meet the first Tuesday of every month at 6:30pm in the St. Teresa Parish Center. All ladies of St. Teresa School/Church are welcome to attend!

Visit our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/stteresaperpetualhelp

Child Care is available.

Important Dates & Upcoming Events

• Open House, October 19th at 1 p.m. :https://www.althoffcatholic.org/admissions/visit.cfm
• Crusader Shadow Visit :https://www.althoffcatholic.org/admissions/visit.cfm
• Application for Admission: https://www.althoffcatholic.org/admissions/apply.cfm
• 8th grade Placement Test: December 7th at 1 p.m.

Upcoming events, more information at https://www.althoffcatholic.org/admissions/visit.cfm

Name: Catholic Diocese of Belleville

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