Dear families,
Wednesday, May 15, was a remarkable day at St. Patrick Catholic School where we celebrated our school Mass at 8:30 a.m. with our kindergarten students, and our 8th grade Mass at 5:15 p.m. These Masses marked a significant milestone for two groups of students. Our kindergarten students joyfully led their first-ever school Mass, while our 8th graders celebrated and led their final Mass as students of St. Patrick Catholic School.
For our kindergarteners, this school Mass was a momentous occasion, marking the beginning of their journey in leading Masses. It was heartwarming to see their enthusiasm and reverence as they took on this important role, guided by our supportive staff and older students.
On the other end of the spectrum, our 8th graders celebrated their last Mass with us as students of St. Patrick Catholic School at a special Mass dedicated to them. This Mass was a touching moment for them, as they reflected on their time here at St. Patrick School and prepared for the next chapter in their lives, both academically and spiritually.
What made this day truly special was witnessing the full circle of the Mass celebration. Our kindergarteners, just beginning their Mass experiences within the Catholic faith, stood together with our 8th graders, who have grown and matured in their understanding and practice of the Catholic faith during their time here. It was a beautiful reminder of the continuity and growth that occurs within our school community.
As we say goodbye to our 8th graders, we send them off with our blessings and prayers for a bright future filled with the light of their faith. And as our kindergarteners embark on this new journey of faith, we look forward to watching them grow and develop into strong, compassionate individuals.
Blessings,
Mr. Wiebers
The last day of school for K-Gr. 8 is Wednesday, May 22nd with a 1:30 dismissal. Mass will be at 8:30 a.m., followed by picnics. Students may be out of uniform and dressed appropriately for the picnic/weather. Students are to bring their own picnic lunch and a drink from home as lunch will not be served at school.
- Picnic locations:
- K-Grade 2 - Lookout Park
- Grades 3/4 - Pfeiffer Park *Note Change in Location
- Grades 5/6 - Pfeiffer Park
- Grades 7/8 - Pfeiffer Park
Come celebrate the last day of school at Palmer's Family Fun! It's just $5 per person! - Pay at the door.
This is a correction from previous information. CPTO is subsidizing a portion of the fee for each student attending.
Families will have access to unlimited Mini Golf, Go Karts' & Jumping! Students 2nd grade and younger must have an adult with them at all times. Go Kart drivers must be at least 7 years old and 46" tall. Passengers must be 4 years old and 42" tall. Passengers can only ride with drivers at least 16 years old.
Hosted by St. Patrick CPTO
We are in need of 4 - 6 parent volunteers for Field Day on Tuesday, May 21 from 1:30 - 3:10 p.m. Volunteers will help run the games in one of 3 spots: the gym, the playground, and the green space. The green space involves filling up buckets of water. Volunteers will stay in one location for the duration of the games. If you are able to help that day, please contact the office.
Report cards and final bills will be sent home with your K-Gr. 4 student on the last day of school. Report cards for Gr. 5-8 will be mailed the week of May 28. Bills for any unpaid balance (lunch, Circle of Care, tuition, etc.) will be sent home with the youngest students in their report card envelope. The balance is due upon receipt. Bills for preschool only students will be mailed. Payment can be mailed to the school (615 Washington St.), dropped off at the parish office (705 Main St.) or paid online (fee applies) at https://cfcatholicschool.revtrak.net/.
Summer information:
- We will be answering phone messages and emails throughout the summer.
- The school office will be open by appointment only.
- The following forms can be found on our website under Parent Resources.
- 2024-25 academic calendar
- Dress Code
- School Supply List
- Bus service, for a fee, is available in most Cedar Falls areas. See the fee sheet on our website for per student cost. If you plan to have your student ride the bus this fall, please fill out the Bus Intent Form and send it to school by June 30. If you have questions about the bus service, email the office at office@cfcatholischool.org
- Be watching your email later this summer with information on final online registration that will be due by August 2.
- Gently used uniforms (free!) are always available throughout the year. Make an appointment this summer if you’d like to look through our bins. Tables of these items will be available during the first part of August – more details will be sent this summer.
- Starting at final registration in August, we will ask parents to prepay their lunch account at the beginning of each month.
Student athletic forms for students in grades 5-8 were sent home earlier this week. Any student who had sent in their medical eligibility form had it returned for summer sports. Just a reminder that any student participating in school athletics for the 2024/25 school year will need to have a physical form to turn in at our August registration. The required form can be found here.
Are you looking for a way to be involved during the 2024-25 school year? There are several options available through our CPTO volunteer form. Click here to sign up in the area that you are most interested in helping.
If you have questions, contact our CPTO Volunteer Coordinator Meagan Slee at meag30@yahoo.com
Stock up on Scrip
Scrip cards and certificates are great for gifts and everyday use. Visit our website to find out about our Scrip program. Place your order through your Raise Right account, email scrip@cfcatholicschool.org, or print a paper form. You will find many other local gift card vendors available on our paper order sheet and on the RaiseRight app if you'd like to support our local community!
Summer Sport Camp Opportunity
Students interested in youth sport camp opportunities offered through Columbus can find out more information here.
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Website: cfcatholicschool.org
Location: Cedar Falls, IA, USA
Phone: 319-277-6781