SPECIAL NEW YEAR NEWSLETTER

I hope and pray you are enjoying a restful and rejuvenating New Year's Day and you are looking forward to the year ahead. I want to extend blessings of gratitude and joy as we embark on 2025. We know it will be an exciting year and look forward to seeing all of our students back in school on Monday, January 6.

As we embark upon a year of learning and growth, I’ve been reflecting on how we are called to be Christ's hands and feet in the world, seeking to spread His love and goodness wherever we go. With that in mind, it is important to celebrate the boundless goodness of God that surrounds us each day and reflect God's love and goodness to one another through our actions, words, and deeds.

As a Catholic school, we are more than just an educational institution, we are a family and community. Building a robust and supportive community fosters a sense of belonging and mutual respect. Your involvement enriches our community and sets a powerful example for our children, who are committed to learn at STCS through faith, knowledge and service - all pillars of our motto.

On this Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, we seek her intercession to guide us closer to Your Son, Jesus. Help us emulate Mary's example of humility and devotion in all we do.

Finally, we begin the new year grateful for each and every one of you and especially our dedicated faculty, staff, parents, and students. We pray that 2025 brings you many blessings.

Love and Light,

Sarah Fox

Principal

The 2025-2026 admissions season is in full swing! If parents have friends or family who are interested in joining STCS next year, the application is available on our website under Admissions Process.

Re-enrollment for currently enrolled students will take place during the second semester, as usual. Parents will receive a separate email about re-enrollment in early 2025.

For new applicants, the application deadline to be considered for admission in our first round of decisions for the 2025-2026 school year is Friday, January 31, 2025. Beyond this date STCS WILL continue to accept applications so long as there is space in the grade. PK3 applicants must be three years old as of September 1, 2025 and toilet-trained before school begins in August 2025.

The Admissions Office is scheduling on-campus tours every Tuesday morning while school is in session. If you have any questions regarding the admissions process at St. Theresa, please contact Mrs. McCarty at k.mccarty@sttheresa.cc.

Start your New Year with resolutions! Whether you’re making a goal to beat your time from last year's race or to support Catholic education, register for Steps for Students 5K to kick off 2025.

The Holiday Sale ends tomorrow night, January 1, at 11:59 PM. It's your last chance to enjoy Early Bird pricing!

DON'T FORGET, IF YOUR CHILD IS REGISTERED BY JANUARY 6, 2025 THEY GET TO PARTICIPATE IN A PAJAMA DAY ON JANUARY 17!

You can register at: https://runsignup.com/st_theresa_houston

It is with hope and pride that we continue our Annual Fund and Fund the Mission program at St. Theresa Catholic School. Giving to the Annual Fund is vital in supporting the mission of our school. Not only does the Annual Fund make it possible to bridge the gap between tuition and cost per student expenses, but it also provides us the ability to enhance our students' education and provide much needed resources for our direct budget. Philanthropic support from parents, alumni, grandparents, parishioners and our community friends, helps to create the foundation for our fundraising efforts. Each donation - no matter the size - makes a difference! This year's Annual Fund benefits the following:

- Our Greatest Needs: Our greatest needs includes essential updates to our school campus and key projects

- Support for Our Faculty & Staff: Investing in our faculty and staff is a priority, which includes allocating budget dollars to help us retain and attract the most dedicated and exceptional teachers

- Academic & Fine Arts Program Enhancements: Join us in our mission to shape the future of our students by contributing funds that will enable us to actively acquire and implement a wide range of advanced educational and fine arts resources that will significantly enhance our students' learning experience.

Gifts made to the Annual Fund are unrestricted and aid in covering a range of expenses that play a key role in our students' educational experience. The Annual Fund plays a vital role in generating revenue, helping us address the ongoing requirements of a 21st century education system.

We applaud and admire you for your dedication to St. Theresa Catholic School.

Grease is the word! Go as fast as Greased Lightening and purchase your sponsorship or tickets to the gala today! The STCS Hopelessly Devoted 1950's School Gala is on Friday, February 21, 2025. Step back in time and join us for a night of nostalgia and fun.

Moms, grab your poodle skirt or Pink Ladies jacket! Dads, grease that hair back and put on your black jeans and loafers and secure your spot for the gala before it's too late. Don't wait for summer lovin' to have a blast - register now to feel chills multiplying as you join the gala fun!

The Auction Committee is on a treasure hunt for fabulous goodies for the 2025 Hopelessly Devoted Gala & Auction, and we need your sparkle! Got season tickets or a suite to Houston sports? Are you a member of a golf club and can sponsor a round or two - including a round with Fr. Vincent, who is an avid golfer? A cozy or fun vacation spot you can share? Perhaps you have those coveted frequent flyer miles or hotel points just sitting around? Artists and business owners, we’re looking at you too – your creations could steal the show! Or how about hosting a fabulous dinner or sponsoring an event that everyone will rave about?

Ready to contribute? Just zip over to our gala website to submit your donation form online, or swing by the church or school office to grab a form. We’re beyond grateful for your support and generosity!

Jill Bollich & Vanessa Harper

Live Auction Co-Chairs

Aly VanDeman

Silent Auction Chair