Monarchs Newsletter 2026
St. Bernard School: September 20-30, 2026
Celebrating Blessed Fulton J. Sheen
Dear St. Bernard Families,
On September 24, 2026, the Catholic Church celebrated the beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. He is now formally recognized as Blessed Fulton J. Sheen—bringing him one step closer to canonization as a saint.
Known as “America’s Bishop,” Blessed Fulton Sheen was a gifted archbishop, author, teacher, and pioneering Catholic communicator. Through his television program, Life Is Worth Living, he brought the message of Jesus Christ into millions of American homes.
Blessed Fulton Sheen taught families that faith should be practical, joyful, and at the center of daily life. He also spent one hour each day praying before the Blessed Sacrament, a devotion known as the Holy Hour.
As a Catholic school community, we invite our families to learn more about his inspiring life and join us in prayer:
Prayer for the Canonization of Blessed Fulton J. Sheen
Heavenly Father,
we thank You for the faithful witness of Blessed Fulton J. Sheen, who dedicated his life to proclaiming the Gospel and leading others to Your Son, Jesus Christ.
Through his intercession, strengthen our families, deepen our love for the Holy Eucharist, and help us use our words and actions to share Your truth and love with others.
If it is Your holy will, grant the miracle needed for his canonization so that he may one day be honored as a saint of the Catholic Church.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Blessed Fulton J. Sheen, pray for us!
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are excited to share our 2026–2027 Extracurricular Activities Schedule! Students will have many opportunities to discover new interests, develop their talents, make friends, and become more involved in our school community through clubs, tutoring, sports, and other activities.
To kick off the year, we invite our students to St. Bernard Clubchella on Tuesday, September 29, from 2:00–2:45 p.m. During this exciting event, students will explore the available clubs, meet the club leaders, and sign up for the activities that interest them.
After students register, each club leader will send families additional information about meeting dates, required supplies, and any associated costs.
We are also inviting parents and guardians to share their time and talents by volunteering to coach a team or lead a club alongside our teachers. If you have a special skill, hobby, or interest that you would enjoy sharing with our students, we would love to hear from you! Please contact the school office if you are interested in volunteering.
Extracurricular activities will begin on Monday, October 12 after the festival activities. Most after-school activities will meet from 3:15–4:00 p.m., unless a different time is listed on the schedule.
We cannot wait for our students and families to discover their interests, share their gifts, and find their club at St. Bernard Clubchella!
Thursday, September 24
8th Gr. Parent High School In-Person Meeting 6 pm
Wednesday, September 30
Mass led by 8th Gr. -Wear Mass Uniform
Virtue of the Month Awards for Respect
12:00 Dismissal
Faculty Meeting 1:00
Track It Forward
St. Bernard School uses Track It Forward as its official volunteer sign-up and service-hour tracking system.
Families will use their Track It Forward account to:
- Sign up for Bingo sessions and other volunteer opportunities.
- Submit completed volunteer hours.
- Monitor progress toward the annual service requirement.
- Review approved and pending service hours.
- View upcoming volunteer commitments.
After completing an approved volunteer activity, parents must submit their hours through Track It Forward. School administration will review the submission and approve the hours after participation has been verified.
Only verified and approved hours will count toward the annual family service requirement.
Register or Log In to Track It Forward
Uniform Dress Code
St. Bernard School chooses uniforms for their students because:
- Encourages distinctions of character and personality instead of appearance
- Places emphasis on learning, not clothing
- Reduces peer pressure and social stigmas
- Equalizes economic diversity
- Allows for cohesive presentation as a group
- A simple dress code and uniform allow teachers to enforce the code equally
- Lowers long-term clothing costs
- Facilitates security by identifying outsiders
- Enhances school spirit
- Simplifies dressing and dress code
St. Bernard School dress code is intended to instill modesty, good grooming habits, and neatness in appearance. It is to maintain a proper academic environment within the school and reduce superficial competitiveness so that character rather than appearance can be the focus.
Students are expected to come to school appropriately dressed at all times, with clean and in-order clothing.
The parent is responsible for ensuring the child can be and is in uniform each day.
- There should be no holes in, or stains on, the uniform
- Students wear clothing in proportion to their body size
- Tattoos, both temporary and permanent, are not allowed
- Fingernails are clean and trimmed.
In order to facilitate lost-and-found items so they may be returned to their rightful owner, names should be written on all clothing.
Arrival/Dismissal Drive Thru:
Please review the following updates carefully:
🚗 Traffic Lanes
Left lane: Parking access and exiting
Right lane: Quick curbside drop-off
👦 Grades 2nd–8th
The black gate next to the school playground is reserved for student drop-off and pick-up.
No parking in this area.
If a K–1st grade student has an older sibling (grades 2nd–8th), the older sibling may pick up the younger one and walk them to the lunch area.
👧 Grades TK–1st
Families may park in the designated area closest to the church.
Use the new pedestrian crossing near the church to walk to your child’s class.
🧸 Preschool
Parents must park and sign their children in and out daily.
🚦 Parking & Pedestrian Safety
Faculty and staff will park in designated areas to ensure pedestrians can walk safely without the hazard of cars backing out.
Note: The newly added pedestrian crossing near the church will be open only for afternoon pick-up.
Lunch Area Guidelines (after school):
No eating
No devices or cell phones
No restroom use
No water fountain use
Students may not change for sports practice until the gate closes at 3:15 pm
Thank you for helping us keep dismissal safe and organized for all students!
Gradelink
ClassDojo
FACTS
ID Code: 26431
ClassDojo
ClassDojo is the school communication platform that teachers, students, and families use every day to build close-knit communities by sharing what's happening at school and in the classroom.
- School-wide Communication on School Story
- Newsletters, calendars, announcements, events, and reminders are posted to our School Story
- Fundraising Forms are posted
- Teachers share photos and videos of the classroom activities.
- Private Messaging
- Instant translation
Let's Get connected!
- Download the app ClassDojo App Link
- Sign up as a parent
- Use the following School's Link! SB's School Story Link
- Type in your child's name and your child's homeroom teacher will approve your connection.
