10/26 Newsletter

Dear St. Petronille families,

While this past week featured the joy and excitement of events like our Literacy Night, it was also a difficult one for our community and many of our students. Throughout the week, we remembered in prayer and in deed those in our community who have passed away. I pray that everyone is able to have a restful and renewing weekend, and please reach out if there is any way we can support your child or family at this time.

God bless,

Eric Schmidt

Principal

Halloween is this Thursday and the day will be a "black and orange" out-of-uniform day for all students. Teachers are planning their classroom Halloween parties in the afternoon at or after 1:30 PM. Students may bring a costume to change into for class parties. Costume should be able to be worn over a student’s regular clothes and not require significant time to change. Costumes must follow the guidelines below:

• No inflatables
• No masks or face paint
• No costume props or handheld accessories
• Tank tops must have a 2” or larger strap
• Skirts and shorts must be 2” or less above the knee
• No gory, demonic, or political costumes - school administration reserves the right to determine whether a costume is appropriate

Join us for an evening in Old Hollywood on Saturday, March 8, 2025, when we celebrate St. Petronille Catholic School and support our annual fundraising event, the Key to the Future auction.

Our school relies on annual financial support from our community to help fulfill our mission. This year’s fundraising goal is $200,000 and all proceeds go directly to the school’s operating budget, funding essential programs for curriculum enhancements, classroom and facility improvements, teacher training, professional development, student services, and tuition assistance.

We need your help to reach our goal! Please use the button below to learn more about how you can support the auction!

Direct inquiries to auction@stpetschool.org or Debbie Quirk, Director of Advancement at quirkd@stpetschool.org

Thursday, October 31: Black and Orange Out-of-Uniform Day, Classroom Halloween Parties, Pumpkin Carving Contest

Friday, November 1: All Saints Day Mass

Thursday, November 7: Prospective Family Talk and Tour

Friday, November 8: End of Trimester 1

Our Literacy Night on Tuesday was a HUGE success! Thank you to all who attended and to our teachers for contributing to a great evening. Special thanks goes to Ms. Jungels and Mrs. Wardynski who planned, promoted, and executed such an awesome night! We also could not have pulled off the event without the generous support of our Parent Organization! Reading is great!

Our 7th grade students got the opportunity to meet with their 2nd grade buddies to color and build fellowship. In a reflection opportunity after the visit, the 7th graders expressed their appreciation and love for their buddies and for the opportunity to grow in faith together!

Website: www.stpetschool.org

Location: 425 Prospect Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, USA
Phone: 630-469-5041