Mrs. Mulvanerty's Update
August 18, 2024

October 13, 2024
Greetings, SKS!!!
Happy Sunday!
What a wonderful Homecoming celebration we had! The gorgeous, sunny day was the perfect backdrop to such a joyful occasion. Events like these remind me how lucky I am to work in such a strong community filled with pride and school spirit! Plus, that was my first Kona Ice -- YUM!
As we continue on with our weekend, I want to remind you that Sunday begins our 40 hours of devotion. Join me to hear Fr. Jeremy this week on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday night at 7pm. I know you will come away with a sense of peace and greater connection to God.
Speaking of connection -- It is awesome that so many of you expressed your wish to support St. Francis after last week's fire. Tomorrow's dress down day proceeds will benefit the school, thanks to your recommendation. See below for more details.
Please check out the calendar events below -- don't forget about school pictures Tuesday and field trips coming up!! I wish you a very happy Sunday and a great week ahead!
G.B.Y.*
Jeanne Mulvanerty
*GOD BLESS YOU!!
Supporting St. Francis
Monday is a GREEN AND GOLD Dress Down Day!
Thanks to all of you who have so kindly reached out to ask how we can support St. Francis Grammar School after last week's fire. We have decided to designate Monday as Green and Gold Dress down day to show our support for the school. We suggest a donation of $5. We will then make a significant contribution to the school from SKS. Thank you in advance for your support!
High School Information Night
You are not alone!
Parents! Please note the date change on our High School Information Night, which will now be October 21, 2024 at 7:00 pm. The meeting will be virtual and will be hosted by Jen Loftus and Jackie Sevag. See our flyer for more details and Zoom link.
EITC Opportunity
If I told you you could donate 1K to SKS, but it would only cost you $100, would you do it?
If the answer is YES, then you should attend the October 21 webinar about EITC. Learn how to redirect your state tax dollars to support our students and receive a 90% tax credit! Can't make 10/21? There are more opportunities in November and December! Click the QR code for more info.
Homecoming
What a great day to be a Wildcat!
Special thanks to the Greissers for organizing this year's Homecoming at Dittmar Field. It was a beautiful day to watch flag football, and enjoy food from Pizza Wagon and the Kona Ice Truck! Thanks to our 8th graders for face painting and cleaning up, and for ALL who attended to make the day such a celebration!
40 Hours of Devotion
Meet Fr. Jeremy!
Next weekend begins our annual 40 Hours of Devotion. Some of you may know Fr. Jeremy Heirs as he was assigned at Villanova for awhile. He is now the Director of Justice and Peace for the Augustinians. I know Fr. Jeremy's presentations will be well worth your time -- don't miss this great opportunity for prayer and reflection.
Highlights from this week!
4th grade collaborates to make informative presentations.
Craft club makes phabulous Phanatic masks!
Eddie Mulvanerty meets SKS pups and pets and receives a blessing from Monsignor Brouwers!
Teachers attend PD Day to ensure student safety. They also learned the latest AI tools to support student learning.
Mrs. Pena's Class earns a Fort Day!
Second grade creates prayer intentions on fall leaves to pray to the Blessed Mother during the month of the rosary.
Students practice soccer skills in gym class.
Kona Ice Truck!
7th Grade Honors Math works with Rational Numbers.
Stewardship Weekend
Sunday, Oct. 20 at 9:30AM - Children's Mass followed by Newcomers Parish Coffee
As our annual Stewardship Appeal approaches, take a moment to be grateful for all that God has provided: home, family, friends, the St. Katharine of Siena community. Please consider sharing your gifts with SKS so the parish can continue to provide the ministries, services and faith opportunities that make this a vibrant place to gather and worship God.
Being able to pass the Catholic faith and sacraments to our children is a wonderful blessing from God. The 2025 Confirmation candidates will be recognized at the 9:30AM Mass. Join us for a parish coffee hosted by Religious Education after the 9:30AM Mass where you can greet the confirmandi and SKS's newest members to welcome them to their new spiritual home! Faithful Families will have a children's service project for new parishioners when they register at SKS.
What Temperament Are YOU?
Featuring Rosanne Terzian, Life Coach and former SKS Parent
This looks interesting! Come on out to learn more about your temperament and how you can work towards being a better spouse, parent, friend, employee and Catholic.
For more announcements about SKS activities and clubs, CYO, and parish activities, click here!
A Glance Ahead!
October 14 Dress Down Day
October 15 School Photos, Middle School Youth Group
October 16 5, 6, and 7th Grade Field Trips
October 18 Walk with the Principal
October 22 Monthly School Mass Prepared by 8th Grade
October 25 1st Grade Saints Presentation
October 27 Trunk or Treat
October 29 Middle School Youth Group
October 31 Halloweenathon