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St. Thomas School

Mid-Week Memo: November 27, 2024

St. Thomas SchoolMid-Week Memo: November 27, 2024

Our Mission:

St. Thomas School serves the parishes of St. Therese of Lisieux, Holy Spirit, and St. Matthew.

In partnership with the family, we are dedicated to nurturing the personal development of the whole child. Our mission is to instill Catholic values, foster self-discipline, and promote academic excellence in the spirit of a caring, affirming community.

From the Principal's Desk...

Greetings, St. Thomas families!


What a delightful Thanksgiving Luncheon we had last week; it was a testament to our incredible St. Thomas community! In the past week, many classrooms have celebrated Thanksgiving in their learning activities. Grade 2 made fact family turkeys, grade one used colored marshmallows on toothpicks to create “feathers” on potatoes, and eighth graders helped kindergarten students build Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade floats, which they paraded around the school this afternoon. We have so many blessings to be thankful for at St. Thomas!


Monday, December 2nd: Bishop Ruggieri Visits St. Thomas School!

The Monday we return to school after Thanksgiving break Bishop Ruggieri will be visiting our school. Please be sure students are dressed in clean, proper uniforms that day. He will be joining us in the morning for arrival and staying to have lunch with grades PK-4. In between he will be visiting classrooms and students. We are excited to welcome the Bishop to our school!


REMINDERS


  • No school Wednesday, November 27-Friday, November 29 – Happy Thanksgiving!
  • A Night at the Maine Celtics! We are thrilled to share that we will have a St. Thomas Night at the Celtics! This will happen Friday, January 31st at 7:00pm. This is a fun-filled way to end Catholic Schools’ Week! St. Thomas School will be listed on the PA board and every ticket comes with a free Maine Celtics hat! The number of tickets we sell depends on the other fan experiences we can take part in … see more here. For tickets and more information, click here: https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/StThomasSchool



On behalf of all of us at St. Thomas School, I would like to extend gratitude to all of our incredible families. This time of year reminds us of the importance of community, kindness, and the many blessings we share. I hope you all have a restful and joyful Thanksgiving with family and friends. May this season bring warmth, joy, and a renewed sense of appreciation for the things that matter most. Happy Thanksgiving to you all!


In His joy,

Mrs. Angela Madigan

Principal

Volunteers Needed!

Volunteers are needed to help make follow-up calls for our upcoming March Madness Calendar. These are not cold calls. Donation letters are sent out, and you will be provided with a sample phone script that can be used as a guideline for what to say. If you're able to assist, please email the PTO HERE. Thank you!

Poinsettia Fundraiser (Now - December 1st):

Order a beautiful poinsettia this holiday season and support St. Thomas! The website to order is linked to the image below!

Advent Memory Tree Fundraiser (Now - December 6th):

Remember a loved one who has passed by lighting a light on our Memory Tree. The cost is $1.00 per name, and the tree - which will be located in our lobby - will be lit from December 9th through Christmas break. Thank you for your support of this beautiful and meaningful fundraiser.

Bean Supper (December 7th):

Hosted by kindergarten and grade seven! Please sign-up to assist HERE.

Family Mass & Snacks with Santa (December 8th):

Babysitting Fundraiser (December 14th):

VIRTUS-certified volunteers are needed to assist! Please sign-up HERE.

December's Dining-to-Donate (December 15th):

Christmas Concert (December 18th):

Alumni Gathering (December 27th):

Alum parents! Please join us and RSVP by 12/20!

Important Reminders:

Questions? Email joanne.cusack@portlanddiocese.org.

  • Now - 12/1: Poinsettia Fundraiser. Please see above.
  • Now - 12/6: Advent Memory Tree Fundraiser. Please see above.
  • 11/27 - 11/29: Thanksgiving break.
  • 11/28: Happy Thanksgiving! Mass at 8am (St. Matthew) & 10am (St. Therese).
  • 12/2: Bishop Ruggieri visits St. Thomas!
  • 12/2: Gift catalog fundraising items to be delivered to St. Thomas.
  • 12/3: Poinsettia pick-up from 3-6pm in the cafeteria.
  • 12/7: Bean supper hosted by kindergarten and grade seven. Please see above.
  • 12/8: Family Mass & Snacks with Santa event. Please see above.
  • 12/9: Holy Day of Obligation - Immaculate Conception Mass at 10am. Mass uniforms, please.
  • 12/11: Early Release Day - 1pm dismissal. NO MASS on this day.
  • 12/14: Wreaths Across America. Noon at the Veterans' Cemetery in Springvale. Please email Mrs. Sanborn if you wish to participate.
  • 12/14: Babysitting fundraiser from 4-8pm. Please see more above.
  • 12/15: Dining-to-Donate at Sweet Memories. Please see above.
  • 12/18: Christmas concert at the Sanford Performing Arts Center at 6pm.
  • 12/27: Alumni gathering at River Junction Brewery. Please see more above.
  • 1/31/25: St. Thomas' Night at the Maine Celtics! Save the date and order tickets HERE.
St. Therese of Lisieux Parish
View Mass times, give online, or contact Fr. Bill Labbe, Pastor.

Lighting of the Advent Wreath

This Advent, at both St. Therese and St. Matthew, one family will light the candles on the Advent wreath at the beginning of Mass. If your family would like to participate, please sign up in the Narthex. Questions? Please call (207) 324-2420.

Mrs. Angela Madigan, Principal
angela.madigan@portlanddiocese.org