The Weekly News and Updates

St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic School is a collaborative community where all are respected, encouraged, and challenged.

Dec. 19 - Mission Day, Out of Uniform

Dec. 22-Jan. 2 - Christmas Break

Feb. 14 - Green Gala

Living Like the Saints

Our virtue of the month is Justice, which is giving to each, beginning with God, what is due him. St. Joseph's life was marked by exceptional virtue, obedience to God's will, and purity, which is why he is often pictured with a lily. His holiness is seen as a powerful force against the darkness of evil, earning him the nickname, "Terror of Demons"!

Saint of the Day Calendar - December

The diocese is hosting YOUTH 2000 again this year. Its unfortunately is the same weekend as the Gala. We are organizing groups from St. Lukes since it is preferred that they go with their parish group vs individual. We need to know which kids and adults are attending from St. Lukes, so I've created a signup on planning center. However, they need to register through the diocese webpage to pay and sign waivers. It is for children aged 13-18. Here is the link to the St. Luke's events page listing the details. https://slte.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3319449

Beginning in January, we will be strictly enforcing the dress code. Athletic joggers (including tapered/jogger-style pants) are not permitted, and tennis shoes are the only allowed footwear. Teachers will notify students and email home for violations. After a third violation, parents will be contacted to bring the correct item to school. Questions may be directed to Mrs. Hade or Mrs. Hazel.

Register - https://secure.youthenrichmentleague.com/newindex/

Winter Schedule – No classes week of 2/16

- Program: Grandmasters of Chess (Grades K – 5)

- Summary: Since 2004, YEL has offered chess classes for tens of thousands of kids. These budding grandmasters start the program learning the basics of piece movement, capture, check, piece value, and of course, sportsmanship. Students shake hands at the beginning and end of each game.

- Dates: Tuesdays @ 3:30pm – 8 weeks (1/13 – 3/10)

- Program: Robotics: Muscle Bots (Grades 1 – 5)

- Summary: YEL robotics classes keep all kids engaged with hands-on, experiential based activities. Each class, students will design, build, program, test, and modify different robot projects. For instance, students will build a monkey, program it to play drums and sing. I mean, why not – it’s fun!

- Dates: Thursdays @ 3:30pm – 8 weeks (1/15 – 3/12)

CYC Registration opens on November 8th, 2025, at 12:00pm CST. To learn more and to register, visit our website (linked HERE).

At CYC, campers experience the joy of the Gospel in action—from daily Mass, prayer, and small group ministry to ziplines, campfires, and lake adventures. Each week is designed for a specific age group, helping campers grow in faith and confidence alongside new and old friends. We have weeks designed specifically for your elementary and junior high students! Our mission is simple yet powerful: to create joy-filled missionary disciples of Christ who carry the love of Jesus into the world!

Nominations are due January 18. Winners will be announced during Catholic Schools Week at the end of January and will be recognized at the 2026 Bishop's Celebration of Catholic Schools on October 10, 2026. You may nominate one individual in each of the three categories, but only one form may be submitted per nomination. Submit your nomination at dmdiocese.org/nominate.

Make a gift of your hands!

Christmas is fast approaching, and we need many volunteers to help us celebrate our holy liturgies! Liturgical Ministers are asked to please check the sign-ups in Ministry Scheduler and add yourself to the Mass you plan to attend. If you have questions or need assistance signing up, please contact Mike Roarty at jmroarty@outlook.com or 303-717-9826.

Adults and older teens looking to gift their time and talents during Masses can set up 1:1 trainings with volunteer Ministry Leaders. See the many ministries to choose from on our website: https://www.slte.org/liturgical-ministries