Parent Letter

 

Warm greetings to all of you! As we continue our journey through the school year, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation for your ongoing support and partnership. Together, we are creating a nurturing environment for our children to learn and grow.

 

Important Announcements

  • Prime Time: Tomorrow, from 3-6 PM, the 3rd to 6th grades will have Prime Time. We look forward to an engaging time!
  • Garden Committee Meeting: Join us tomorrow, Friday, April 25th, at 3:30 PM in the teachers' lounge. We will review last year's successes, discuss areas for improvement, and brainstorm new ideas for our garden. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend!
  • Final Open Gym: Join us on Saturday, April 26th for our last Open Gym of the school year. Children ages 2 – 8 and their favorite adults are invited to join the fun! We look forward to what Miss Faith will have planned!
  • First Holy Communion: Our second graders will receive their First Holy Communion on Sunday, April 27th, at the 8:30 AM Mass at St. Edward’s Church in Minneota. Congratulations to Jerome, Laney, Calliope, and Avery!
  • NWEA Testing: Testing will continue through next week. Please check the Google Calendar for specific dates and times.
  • Schoenstatt Girl’s Group: The group will meet after school on Monday, April 28th. Kindly inform us if your daughter will be attending.
  • Birthday Lunch: We will celebrate our April birthdays with a special lunch on Tuesday, April 29th.
  • Busy Day on April 30th:
    • Liturgy of the Hours at 10:30 AM.
    • Grandparents are invited to join us for Liturgy and can stay until our Spring Concert at 1:30 PM.
    • The CCW will sponsor a meal from 5-6:15 PM, with proceeds supporting our St. Edward Parish High School Senior Scholarship fund.
    • The Spring Concert will begin at 6:30 PM in the school gym.
  • Library Book Check-Out: The last day to check out library books will be Friday, May 2nd.
  • State of the School Address:  Mark your calendars for May 4th at 4 pm. This gathering is essential for sharing our progress in academics, faith formation, and facility improvements. Your presence and input are crucial as we plan for the future.
  • Field Day: Scheduled for Monday, May 5th. Please let Mrs. Hennen know if you can assist.
  • Summer Care: Summer Care will commence on Tuesday, May 27th. Contact Trudy in the office if you want to enroll your children this summer.

Celebrations from the Week

We are thrilled to celebrate our second graders receiving their First Holy Communion this Sunday, April 27th! Congratulations to Jerome, Laney, Calliope, and Avery for this wonderful milestone. Your growth and achievements fill us with joy!

Additional Information

Thank you for your continued partnership in nurturing our students. Your involvement in school events and activities truly enriches our community.

As we look ahead, we are grateful for each of you and excited about the opportunities to collaborate and support our children’s education. Thank you for being a vital part of our school family.

Additional Information

In response to the governor’s proposed budget, the Minnesota Catholic Conference is organizing a RALLY AT THE CAPITOL ON MAY 7. This is a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together, and we encourage students, teachers, leaders, and parents to participate.

A tentative outline for the day includes:

  • 10:30 AM: Meetings with legislators (arranged by MCC)
  • 12:00 PM: Lunch
  • 1:30 PM: Rally
  • 2:30 PM: Departure

If you are interested in joining this rally, please let us know. Your voice matters!

We are grateful for your continued support and partnership in our school community. Together, we can foster a loving and enriching environment for our children to thrive.

Thank you for being an essential part of St. Edward School. We look forward to all the wonderful things ahead!

May God Bless,

Mrs. Garvey