Greetings STM-STC Families,

I am looking forward to seeing everyone at Trunk or Treat this Saturday! I would like to give a big shout out to Mrs. Paula for all of her dedication and coordination that she puts into this event. This year looks to be a record event, with over 40 cars signed up!

I would also like to thank the Pre-K through 1st parents for making the new pick up procedures go smoothly. Just a friendly reminder, you should only enter the lot from Bel Air Rd., and not Madeline Ave. Just one or two cars not following this direction can cause major issues. Please make sure to relay this information if someone else is responsible for picking up your child on any given day.

Just a reminder that next Thursday is Halloween, a Half Day, and a Black and Orange Dress Down day. I know several classes will also be hosting small parties. There will also be NO AFTERCARE! Next Friday school is closed for all students.

Please make sure to see the Bazaar sign up! This is the schools biggest event, and we need all hands on deck for both Friday and Saturday! Marty Bass will be returning to visit on November 6th, you can watch us live on Channel 13 starting at 9am. This publicity only increases the amount of people that come to this event, which is why the more parents that volunteer the easier it is on everyone.

Yours in Christ,

Matt Zipp

Please make sure you are communicating these dates with everyone in your family. There have been a few occasions where students have been here well past the early dismissal times or even on days off, a grand parent or family member is sitting out front waiting for dismissal. See below for the upcoming early dismissals and days off, and forward to those who are responsible for picking your child up. Thank you!

Please check your VIRTUS account to make sure you are up-to-date on all trainings. A new training was assigned to all registered volunteers in May. You must complete this training BEFORE volunteering. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Paula Dossa in the school office or by email a pdossa@stmstc.org. Thank you!

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Kim Thayer at kthayer@stmstc.org. Thank you!

A new Middle School debate club is being formed and moderated by Mrs. Ritmiller. The club will meet on Friday afternoons from 3:00PM - 4:00PM. If you are in 6th - 8th grade and are interested in joining, please complete the Google Form below. We look forward to having interesting debates this year!

Please click on the button below for the letter that was sent home to families regarding the "Growing with God" series that is part of our Family Life curriculum. There is also a link below of parent resources provided by the Archdiocese of Baltimore. It is password protected. The password can be found in the Parent Letter. Thank you!

Our November Chick-fil-a box lunch fundraiser has been moved up due to the Christmas Bazaar. It will now be on Thursday, November 7th. Please click on the button below to download the order form. ALL order forms and money are DUE NO LATER THAN Friday, November 1st. NO EXCEPTIONS! If you have any questions, please contact the school office. Thanks!

***Please Note: All items are subject to change based on availability.***

The Catholic High School of Baltimore will be performing their Fall Drama production Daisy Pulls It Off on Thursday, November 14th from 9:00AM - 11:30AM. The cost of the trip will be $15.00 a student. If your middle school (6th - 9th grade) student would like to attend, please click on the button below to complete the form. The fee will be charged to your FACTS account prior to the performance. If you have any questions, please call the school office. Thank you!

This year we will be holding a Car Decorating Contest at our annual Trunk or Treat! All of the cars that are participating in this year's event will be entered into the contest! So get those creative juices flowing for some spooky decorating ideas! We do need a group of parents who are NOT decorating their cars to volunteer to be judges of the contest. If you are interested in volunteering to be a judge, please email Mrs. Rachel Popp at poppr@notredameprep.com with your name and email address and she will be contact next Friday if you are selected to be a judge. The prizes for the winners are:

• 1st place - 30 Christmas Bazaar Tickets
• 2nd place - 20 Christmas Bazaar Tickets
• 3rd place - 10 Christmas Bazaar Tickets

Also, Chick-fil-a will also be there selling food so make sure to come hungry!! Can't wait to see everyone there!!

Don't forget to sign-up for the Bazaar!! There are MANY openings! This will count towards the required 20 hours of service per family!

We can't wait to see you at the 78th Annual Christmas Bazaar!!

** Please complete your VIRUTS training PRIOR to working the event. The link can be found at the bottom of the newsletter under Important Links. **

On Friday, November 8th, students will have the opportunity to attend the Bazaar during the day, at which time the bazaar will be closed to the general public. A limited "day-time" kitchen menu will be opening at 11:30AM. The day-time menu will be shared soon!

We still need many items...We will be collecting - toys, books, glassware, kitchenware, art, home decor, etc. All items should be brought to the STM-STC school office by November 1st. No donations will be accepted after November 1st. Please NO clothing, hygiene supplies, broken or stained items.

We are in need of baked goods for the upcoming STM-STC Christmas Bazaar. Both homemade and store bought are welcomed. Please deliver all baked goods to the Main School Office Tuesday, November 5th - Saturday, November 9th.

*** Friday and Saturday deliveries can be brought directly to the school gym to be put on display. ***

Cookies ~ Cakes ~ Pies ~ Muffins ~ Brownies ~ Fudge ~ Candy ~ Doughnuts

• Wine - ALL Kinds - Red, White, Sparkling...
• Bottles of various liquors - Bailey's, Smirnoff, Fireball, Captain Morgan, etc.
• Hot Cocoa Bar Items - mini marshmallows, white chocolate chips, sprinkles, caramel sauce, chocolate syrup...
• Large bags of chips and soda (cans or bottles of Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Sprite, etc.)

*** All items can be sent to the school office or homeroom labeled Bazaar Donation ***

Our annual online silent auction starts next week!! Keep an eye out for the link for all online bidding - we have AMAZING items!! You don't want to miss out!!

**Cellphones will be LOCKED in Homeroom Teacher's closet until dismissal.**

When selecting our school, please select "Michael - St. Clement School, St. (Baltimore)" Thank you!

"Pray, Hope, Don't Worry"- St. Padre Pio