Monday, November 14, 2022
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This Week at a Glance
- Thursday, November 17 - All School Mass - 1st Trimester STM Awards
- Thursday, November 17 - All School Mass - Thanksgiving Procession (More information below)
- Friday, November 18 - STM Spirit Day - Any Spirit Top with Blue Jeans or uniform bottoms
- Monday-Friday, November 21-25 - SCHOOL CLOSED - Thanksgiving Break
- Thursday, December 1 - Used Uniform Sale (More information below)
- Thursday, December 1 - Lions for Life - 7:10am Room 221
- Wednesday, December 7 - Christmas Program (More information to come)
- Thursday & Friday, December 8,9 - NO SCHOOL - Professional Development Day (Lion's Den Open)
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Important Links
Thanksgiving Procession Mass - Nov 17 Mass
K and 1st – Apples (Bag-any type)
2nd – Jell-O (Box- any flavor)
3rd – Olives (Any type)
4th – Sweet potatoes (Canned or fresh)
5th – Nuts (Any and all)
6th – Oranges (Bag)
7th - Onions (Bag-not frozen)
8th - Potatoes (Bag-any type)
Please bring in these items to your classroom on Wednesday or Thursday.
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Volunteers
We love our volunteers! We wanted to let you know that we are tracking your service hours! We will be logging them monthly. We are asking that you do 20 hours each year. You can see how many hours you have accumulated so far in your FACTS account. Continue to watch Monday Notes for opportunities to help! Thank you!
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USED UNIFORM SALE
December 1st will be the last Uniform Sale for 2022. The first Uniform Sale in 2023 will be on Thursday, February 9th.
Please see the attached sign-up for ways to volunteer with the Used Uniform Sale.
Thank you to everyone who donates, shops and volunteers!
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Chess
Chess Club will begin again on January 11th 2023. Please see attached flyer for more information with times and dates.
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MANE Event Raffle Winners
November 13, 2022 - Raffi Margossian: $100
November 14, 2022 - Dayana Parra: $100
November 15, 2022 - Holly Cronin: $100
November 16, 2022 - Meghan McSwain: $100
November 17, 2022 - Becky Schmid: $100
November 18, 2022 - Tony and Ellen Abar: $100
November 19, 2022 - Rachele Johnson: $100
November 20, 2022 - Shelly Bedrick: $100
November 21, 2022 - David Simonton: $100
November 22, 2022 - Beckie Mara: $100
November 23, 2022 - Maureen Shaffer: $100
November 24, 2022 - Joe Mullins: $100
November 25, 2022 - Jenny Rementer: $100
November 26, 2022 - Seamus DeWolfe: $100
November 27, 2022 - Danny Milewsky: $100
November 28, 2022 - Deb Nieukirk: $100
November 29, 2022 - Maureen Hoffman: $100
November 30, 2022 - Vicky O'Brien: $1,000
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Beta Induction
Beta will induct new members at 2:30 on Tuesday, December 13, 2022. Parents – if your child is being inducted into Beta, you will be notified the week after Thanksgiving Break (they have to have turned in a commitment form, earned a 3.0 first trimester, and earned no more than 6 detention points). Parents of inductees are invited to this event. Please email Beta Moderators (Mrs. Basile abigailb@stmcatholic.org and/or Ms. Peel lizp@stmcatholic.org) with any questions.
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Beta Harvest Day
Thank you all so much for your incredible generosity on this Beta Harvest Day! We were able to bring in 1, 513 items! These will go to four local food banks in conjunction with the Knights of Columbus Food Drive this coming weekend at mass. Your giving spirit is inspiring. Our next Beta Harvest Day will be Wednesday, January 11, 2023. Thank you again from the STM Beta Club.
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Minted Fundraiser
It is time to start ordering your Christmas cards!! Order through MINTED.com, get 20% off your order, and 15% of net sales from each purchase will come back to STM Catholic. Use the code FUNDRAISEMORECS when you check out!!
Thank you for your support!
Home & School
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Home & School Wreath Sale
The holidays are fast approaching, and we would like to add some Christmas spirit to your home! STM Home & School are selling fresh evergreen wreaths and garland to raise funds to support our school! You can purchase via our Eventbrite site or FACTS. FACTS forms will be sent home in backpack mail.
All orders need to be placed by November 21st and wreaths/garland will be delivered after school on Thursday, December 1st in the preschool parking lot.
Thank you for your continued support of STM Catholic School!
Please let us know if you have any questions.
Home & School
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Home and School Fund Raiser
Just in time for the Holidays, Inspyre Boutique’s Park Meadows location is hosting a Spirit Day this coming Friday, November 18 ALL day – 20% of the sales will be donated to STM. Shoppers MUST mention STM when making the purchase in order for the donation to apply. Shop for Christmas gifts, a new Holiday wardrobe and/or everyday streetwear – Inspyre has it all! Details below:
WHERE: Inspyre Boutique
Park Meadows
8441 S. Yosemite Suite #1
Lone Tree, CO 80124
(303) 898-3892
WHEN: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2022
*Store hours: 10 AM – 6 PM
*Fundraiser applies ALL DAY during store hours
WHAT: STM SPIRIT FUNDRAISER DAY
*20% of Sales, ALL day will be donated back to STM – you ** SHOPPERS MUST MENTION STM FOR THE DONATION
Visit INSPYRE BOUTIQUE at Park Meadows and shop til you drop to jazz up your own wardrobe and/or surprise your Friends & Family with some gorgeous new looks to kick off 2023. **SHOPPERS MUST MENTION STM FOR THE DONATION
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Director of Communications & Stewardship
Job Description:
Do you love Jesus Christ and his Church? Do you want to merge your career and your call to share the Catholic Faith? We are seeking a St. Thomas More parishioner with a passion for their Catholic faith and solid experience in communications, marketing, and management. This creative and enthusiastic person must possess excellent writing and editing skills; enjoy creating and implementing multiple projects simultaneously with great attention to detail within tight deadlines. Edit and author content for print and digital media; oversee management of two websites, print publications, and digital and video content. Strong leadership skills in managing a team and partnering effectively with the pastor, staff members, and parishioners. Financial analytical skills are a plus.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in management in the communications field (journalism, graphic design, marketing, etc.). Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Social media platforms, and knowledge of website optimization. Degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field. Able to work flexible hours, including some weekends.
Send an email to Irenel@stthomasmore.or... for more information.
