Mrs. Mulvanerty's Update

Greetings, SKS!!!

Many people tell me that they send their children to St. Katharine's because of our community. It’s clear that community is more than just a word here—it’s the joy, support, and kindness our that we share with each other.

We witnessed this beautifully at our Talent Show, where we saw so many students shine! Special thanks to Mrs. Twohig, all of the many parents who helped with choreography, costumes and coordination, and to the stalwart crew who stayed until every chair was folded and the gym floor cover was rolled up and stored until next time. Thank you for all of your contributions and especially for cheering our students!

Thanks also to everyone who joined us for the Parent Social—it was fantastic to see so many faces and build even stronger bonds. Maryanne Lauber and H&S -- you really know how to throw a party! Thank you for all you did to make this event such a wonderful success!

A special shoutout to our students, who have shown incredible kindness this week through their various projects and gestures for Kindness Month. Scroll down to see some examples of student posters -- and a beautiful kindness rock garden designed by 8th grade students and planted with care (and hard work on the weekend!) by our very own Kate Hendrickson!

A quick reminder that Parent-Teacher Conferences are coming up this week! If you plan to meet with your teachers, please schedule time on Option C. We look forward to celebrating your child’s growth and planning for the journey ahead.

Thank you all for making St. Katharine’s a true community of heart and joy.

G.B.Y.*,

Jeanne Mulvanerty

*God Bless You!

Special thanks to Maryanne Lauber and the H&S Team for planning a wonderful Parent Social at the Refectory and for all of those who attended. It was a wonderful evening!

Reminder: SKS Parent Teacher Conferences for grades 1-8 will be held on Thursday afternoon and evening November 14th and during the day on Friday, November 15th. There will be a NOON dismissal on Thursday, November 14 th and NO SCHOOL on Friday, November 15th. All conferences will be scheduled via OptionC. Specials teachers will also offer a limited number of conferences to be scheduled via OptionC.

To access the schedules, go to your Option C dashboard, click on the Office tab and the Teacher Conference link is at the bottom of the Office dropdown. Scheduling for meetings is on a first come, first served basis. Please make sure you are able to login to your OptionC account.

It is important to note that you are welcome to schedule a conference, but not obligated to do so. If you have already had contact with your child's teacher and things are going well for your child academically, socially and emotionally you do not need to schedule a conference. Conferences should be scheduled for those parents who have concerns about their child’s progress.

Please note, Kindergarten students will have their conferences on January 17. Teachers will be in contact with progress reports this month. Scheduling for Kindergarten conferences will be through your child’s teacher.

Craft Club takes place every Tuesday after school pickup is at 4:30pm. Thank you, Mrs. Nord, Mrs. Ryan, and Mrs. Thornton for providing this great opportunity for students! To sign up, please fill out the attached form and return to school with your payment.

You are invited to join an advent wreath making workshop sponsored by the Faithful Families Team on Sunday, November 24. B.Y.O. Wine and Cheese! $25 cost includes all supplies you will need to make your family's wreath. Please see the flyer here for more details!

For 32 years, SKS parishioners have helped make Christmas happier for dozens of needy families at our sister parish, St. Martin de Porres, by providing gifts and food baskets. This year we have 90 families of all sizes to adopt. Sign-ups will be electronic and will open via Flocknote, social media and sksparish.org on Saturday, Nov. 16! Please call the rectory at 610-688-4584 with questions or if you prefer to sign up over the phone.

For more announcements about SKS activities and clubs, CYO, and parish activities, click here!

November 12 Eucharist Parent Meeting

November 13 Blue and White Dress Down for World Kindness Day

• 8th Grade Mass of Thanksgiving

November 14 Parent Conferences, Cares from 12-3, H&S Bingo 12-3

November 15 Parent Conferences, No School; 7th and 8th Baggo 4:30

November 20 Monthly School Mass

November 21 Health Screenings

November 22 Middle School Elective Day

November 26 Last school day before Thanksgiving Break

November 27, 28, 29 No School, Happy Thanksgiving!