Falcon Flash

As we reflect on this school year, we are filled with gratitude for the community spirit that has made it so special. Our students are thriving spiritually and academically. We are proud of the strong partnerships forged among our dedicated teachers, supportive families, and enthusiastic students that make our school a truly wonderful place to learn and grow.

We are excited to share that tuition for the upcoming school year will remain level, with a base tuition of $8,320. Thanks to the numerous financial aid opportunities available, the average out-of-pocket cost for families was less than $2,500 per student this year, making an affordable Catholic education more accessible for all families. If you have any questions about tuition or financial aid, we encourage you to call the school office—we’re happy to help you explore your options and find the best plan for your family!

We offer several scholarships and tuition assistance programs for families, including:

• EdChoice Scholarships - both Traditional and Expansion

• Parish grant for active members of Saint Patrick Parish

• Saint Patrick Catholic School Tuition Assistance Fund

• Saint Patrick Parish Scholarships

• Emmaus Road Scholarship

• Diocesan Tuition Assistance

We encourage all families to apply for any and all financial assistance to make a Saint Patrick Catholic School education an affordable choice. A completed FACTS Grant and Aid application is required for all scholarships and tuition assistance other than the EdChoice Scholarship. The FACTS Grant and Aid application is due by March 15. You can apply by going to https://online.factsmgt.com/aid.

To help your family navigate the various financial assistance programs, we will be holding a Financial Aid Night on Wednesday, February 19, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Parent representatives will be available to explain financial aid opportunities and provide you with any assistance in completing the necessary paperwork.

In an effort to streamline and simplify our reenrollment process, we are making some changes for the 2025-2026 school year. The greatest difference will be completion of reenrollment forms, including the emergency medical card and transportation forms, that now will be completed online in the coming weeks. As such, the only action item for you at this time in order to secure your child’s enrollment for the upcoming school year is to pay the $250 enrollment fee no later than February 28. Your timely attention to this matter helps us plan effectively for staffing, classroom resources, and school programs to ensure another enriching year for all students.

Thank you for being part of the Saint Patrick Catholic School family. We look forward to continuing this journey with you and your children in the year ahead. If you have any questions or need assistance with the reenrollment process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

May God continue to bless your families,

Rick Logue

We invite you to spread the word about our Prospective Family Open House on Tuesday, February 18, at 10:00 a.m. or 7:00 p.m. This is a great opportunity for new families to see what makes our school so special!

If a new family enrolls and mentions you as their referral, you’ll receive a $1,000 tuition credit as our thank-you for helping us grow!

During the Open House, prospective families will:

• Tour our classrooms and campus
• Learn about our faith-based curriculum and small class sizes
• Discover the academic and spiritual support we provide

Encourage friends, neighbors, and family members to attend—together, we can continue building a strong, faith-filled community!

Need assistance applying for tuition assistance? Join us on February 19 for Financial Aid Night, where we will have experts available to help families apply for the EdChoice Scholarship and FACTS Grant & Aid.

Throughout this year, the students have gathered as an entire school to explore virtues through hands-on activities such as role-playing respectful conversations, drawing posters to encourage positive behaviors, and acting out skits that show virtues in action. This week, our students will reflect on the virtue of modesty.

Modesty is choosing to act, dress, and speak in a way that respects oneself and others. Modesty is more than just the way we dress; it’s about humility, self-respect, and treating others with dignity. It helps us recognize that our true worth comes from God, not from appearances or achievements.

Modesty can be practiced in everyday life by:

• Speaking and acting with humility rather than boasting
• Dressing appropriately and respectfully
• Using kind and thoughtful language
• Focusing on inner beauty—kindness, generosity, and faith—rather than outward appearances

Ways to Practice Modesty at Home:

• Gratitude Reflection: Take time as a family to list things you love about each other that have nothing to do with appearance—such as kindness, generosity, or sense of humor.
• Media Awareness: Discuss how TV shows, movies, and social media portray self-worth. Encourage children to think critically about messages related to appearance and success.
• Words Matter: Challenge your family to focus on using uplifting and humble language, avoiding bragging, and encouraging others.
• Saint Stories: Read about saints who exemplified modesty, such as St. Thérèse of Lisieux, who lived with great humility and focused on small acts of love.

• Wednesday, February 5 - School Mass in the Froning Center
• Wednesday, February 12 - School Mass in the Froning Center
• Thursday, February 13 - Valentine's Day Parties in the classrooms
• Friday, February 14 - No School
• Monday, February 17 - No School, Presidents Day