Mrs. Mulvanerty's Update
August 18, 2024
June 7, 2026
Dear SKS,
If you walk through school this week, you’ll see bulletin boards coming down, cubbies being cleaned out, spirit day games being played, and lots of fun and excitement as we count down the days until summer...it's officially the final week of school! This week, my goal for our community is that we slow down just enough to soak it in and experience the joy of these final days together. Nowhere is that need to slow down more apparent than when we look at our graduating 8th graders. To our graduates: you have spent years growing, learning, and leading in this community. It is so easy to get swept up in the whirlwind of graduation practices, gowns, and parties. But I challenge you this week to pause. Take a breath. Look around at the friends and teachers who have walked this road with you. We are so proud of who you are, and while the hallways will feel a little emptier without you, we know you are ready for the next big adventure. I always say that once you are a student at SKS, you are ALWAYS part of our family. We love you, care about you, and can't wait to hear about all of your future adventures -- so come back and visit to tell us all about them! In the midst this high-energy week, the Church celebrates the Solemnity of Corpus Christi—the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ. In the Gospel, Jesus tells us: “I am the living bread which has come down from heaven... whoever eats this bread will live forever.” As our 8th graders graduate into high school, and as our younger students head out into summer, they aren't going empty-handed. They have been nourished by the Bread of Life. They take with them the ultimate sustenance—Christ within them—to fuel them for whatever comes next! To our students, teachers, and parents: thank you for an incredible year and for the energy you’re bringing to this final stretch. Let’s cherish these final days together!
Mrs. Mulvanerty
*God Bless You!
Check out the 8th Grade "Clap Out!"
Our 8th graders took a loop around the school sporting swag from their future high schools so students and faculty could applaud our graduates!
Updates from Home and School
This is our largest group of Home and School Board members yet. We are thrilled to see so many members returning for another term and to welcome new members to the team.
There are a few position changes to the Board this year:
Co–Vice Presidents: We are pleased to announce that Maureen Glick and Laura Botzler will be serving as Co–Vice Presidents.We are saying goodbye and a heartfelt thank you to our President, Alison Morris and Board members Liz DiDomenico, Meredith Grimmig, Alyssa Brown and Amanda Bruno for their years of service and dedication to our school community.
Spiritual Chairperson: Kristie Frazier will be moving into the role of Spiritual Chairperson for the 2026-2027 school year. Kate Mallach will support and mentor Kristie in the role while serving as our Parish Representative.
Communications: Our President/Co-Vice President team will be responsible for handling communications, including email, text, and Instagram announcements.
At the same time, we are excited to welcome our new Board members: Katie Smith, Meghann Frazar, Alex Pickard, Lisa Richards, Stephanie Kilcur, and Gina Sutera. We look forward to all they will bring to the team!
Please join me in saying THANK YOU to all of our Board members, both past and present, for your commitment to making our school community so special!
The Women's Auxiliary Pickleball Tournament
Supporting St. Edmond's
The Women's Auxiliary for St. Edmond's is hosting a pickleball clinic at Overbrook Golf Club next Wednesday (6/3) at 6pm followed by light bites and drinks to give individuals the opportunity to meet members of the Women's Auxiliary and learn more about the wonderful work they do. The Women's Auxiliary has had a long-standing relationship with SKS over the years, thanks to Mary and Caroline Packer and several other families who have been involved in sustaining the incredible program there andconnecting our students with volunteering opportunities.
To attend, simply RSVP directly to Caroline Packer (cmpacker1@gmail.com).
Alex's Lemonade Sale
We are good to go for Thursday's Alex's Lemonade Stand during recess. Kate Mariniello will be setting up and running the lemonade stand. Please click on the link below for more information!
Yearbooks are on sale!
Mom and Boys Baseball night at the Reading Fightin Phils
SKS at the Phillies!
Home & School has reserved 300 tickets in Section 428 for the September 6th 3:10PMgame. Tickets are $45. First come, first served.
Ticket sales will remain open through sell out or May 29th — whichever comes first. Tickets will be sent digitally via email used to purchase.
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Literacy Camp offered by DCIU
Summer Camps
Summer is here! Please click here to check out opportunities at SKS.
This Week's Highlights!
4th grade celebrated the end of Lower School with water ice!
8th Grade presented "Back to the '80s" -- a museum looking back 4 decades!
8th grade party: A Night at the Rodeo!
Almost summer art board!
One of the last days waiting for car line pick up!
4th graders find some shade in the playground to cool off and celebrate the last day of exams!
What a treat it was for me to be presented with this awesome picture -- I agree....it WAS the best year EVER!
Counting down the days....5 more to go!
What do our graduates do on their last day of high school? They come HOME! We loved seeing our alumni visit and hearing about all of their adventures!
Home and School celebrated another great year of building community!
Upcoming Dates
June 8 - Last Full Day of School!
June 9 - Noon Dismissal, Spirit Day; 8th Grade Graduation
June 10 - Noon Dismissal - STEM Buddy Day, Dress Down Day for the Immune Deficiency Foundation
June 11 - Noon Dismissal - Move Up Day
June 12 - Closing Mass; End of School!