Mrs. Mulvanerty's Update

Hello SKS !

This week, we reached an exciting milestone—100 days of school! It has been 100 days of growing in academics and faith. A big thank you to our Kindergarten team for leading the way in making this day special! By dressing as centenarians—complete with gray hair, glasses, and canes, Kindergarten students helped us all celebrate this special occasion and reflect on our accomplishments. Thank you to our teachers, staff, and families for your work in making these last 100 days a success!

We have some important events in our school community this week! Please take note of these important dates:

📌 Tuesday, February 25 – SpeakUp!
Open to all middle school students and parents, this annual event is a fantastic opportunity to bring students, parents, and faculty together to discuss topics that matter to our young people. Scroll down for more information and registration!

📌 Wednesday, February 26 – Monthly Mass (9:00 AM)
Join us for our rescheduled monthly Mass, hosted by our 4th Grade students. We are honored to have Fr. Mostardi as our guest celebrant.

📌 Thursday, February 27 – Middle School Preview Night (6:30 PM)
Are you curious about what middle school has to offer? This interactive evening provides an opportunity to meet our middle school teachers, learn about our academic program, and gain insights from alumni and alumni parents about the transition from SKS to high school. Please RSVP and share any questions in advance by clicking here. We look forward to another fantastic week ahead!

I look forward to seeing you this week!

G.B.Y.*,

Mrs. Mulvanerty

P.S. Mrs. Miller kindly requests shoe boxes for a project. If you have any at home, please send them in with your child.

*God Bless You!

It is with great enthusiasm that we extend an invitation to you for our 2024-2025 SpeakUp! Event, taking place on Tuesday, February 25th, at 6:30 PM. We encourage you to pre-register here. The following topics were chosen by your Student Leadership Team:

• Mental Health
• Sports/Sportsmanship
• Relationships/Friendships
• FOMO (Fear of Missing Out)

SpeakUp! is a youth-driven initiative designed to foster real dialogue among students,

school staff, and parents on topics that matter to our students. Research shows that the

most significant protective factor in a young person’s life is nurturing relationships with

trusted adults. Through the SpeakUp! program, we are dedicated to building and

strengthening these crucial connections. The event promises to be an engaging platform where participants can discussimportant issues, share insights, and collaborate on solutions. By attending, you will not only empower our youth but also contribute to creating a supportive community for their

growth and development. We look forward to seeing you there and working together to enrich our students' lives through meaningful conversation.

Is your child in 3rd or 4th grade? Are you starting to think about the transition to middle school? We invite you to our Middle School Preview Night, where families can get a firsthand look at what makes our school a fantastic place to learn and grow through 8th grade.

📅 Date: February 27
📍 Location: SKS Cafeteria and Middle School Classrooms
⏰ Time: 6:30pm

Come meet our incredible teachers, hear about our academic program, meet our alumni and parents of our alumni, and discover the exciting opportunities that await your child from 5th -8th grade. This event is designed for 3rd and 4th grade families, but all are welcome!

If you would like to apply for financial aid for the coming school year, please do so by following the link below.

https://online.factsmgt.com/aid

Through the generous support of donations to the EITC program, St. Katharine of Siena has been able to award scholarships to students in grades K-8 over the years. The first step in securing this funding for your family is to apply. Awards are notified in June. Please know that information regarding applications and awards will be kept confidential.

SKS CYO Spring 2025 Registration Is Open

Please use this link for registration: https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/468518

Volunteer Coaches are crucial to keep CYO sports running for your children. If able to coach any sport this season, please contact Christina Muntz at christina.diorio@gmail.com.

2025 Spring Sports:

• Track and Field (1st-8th grade) - Head Coach (PeeWee) and assistant coaches needed
• Girls Lacrosse
• Boys Lacrosse with St Aloysius - Coaches needed
• Tennis (Co-Ed)
• Baseball

It's that time of year...so PLEASE be vigilant - remind students to keep hands washed, and please do not send sick children back to school unless they have been fever free for at least 24 hours without medication. Thank you for your partnership!

Students have one more week to enjoy Art Study Hall on Fridays in February! Bring your favorite art supplies, or borrow some Art materials from the Art office, and spend your lunch recess making art in the Art Lounge. Open to all students in grades 5-8. No technology, please. Thank you, Mrs. Grant!.

Team, Club and Group photos will be taken for the yearbook this Tuesday, February 25. Please ensure your child is in uniform (or gym uniform), no DDD, please. Thank you!

Parent Education Series - Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom - Monday, March 3rd at 7:00 in the Parish Center. Join Philip Vinogradov, Merion Mercy Academy's Director of Innovation, Teaching and Learning, for a conversation about the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom. This event is open to all parents, and parents of middle school students are especially encouraged to attend!

We know that our teachers are THE BEST! If you or your child would like to nominate one of your teachers for the Phillies All-Star Teacher Award, click here! Nominations are open until March 17, 2025.

SKS will be offering an after-school sports program for Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade students, run by Mrs. Marchese and other teachers. The program will start March 5th and run every Wednesday till May 28th after school from 3:00 – 4:15 pm. If your child likes to play sports and games, this is the place for them! Click here to download the registration form.

Malvern Retreat House is hosting a family retreat on Sunday, March 16 from noon til 7pm. The theme is Answering God's Call...Together. Click here for more information!

An after-school program that provides a structured & supportive environment for students to complete homework, work on projects, or study for tests while receiving academic assistance and organizational tips. Students will not only feel prepared and ready to conquer the week ahead, but they will build confidence and develop positive study habits to help them succeed throughout the school year. Click here for the registration form.

Students expand their horizons and discover new interests with our exciting Middle School Electives! Each trimester course features four engaging sessions designed to nurture the whole student by exploring career interests, serving our community, supporting academic and social development, or gaining valuable life skills. We are now planning for the third trimester which begins in April. If you have a unique skill or passion you'd like to share and are interested in leading a mini-course, please contact Jeanne Mulvanerty at jeanne@sksschool.org.

There are some great new camps open for summer! Please click here for more details about after school clubs and summer camp opportunities.

For more announcements about SKS activities and clubs, CYO, and parish activities, click here!

February 25 - NO DRESS DOWN DAY! (Team Yearbook Photos) Speak Up, 6:30pm

February 26 - Monthly School Mass prepared by 4th Grade

February 27 - Middle School Preview Night, 6:30pm

March 3 - Technology Night for Parents

March 4 - Reconciliation Meeting for Parents

March 5 - Ash Wednesday, School Mass at 9am prepared by 3rd grade

March 7 - Elective Day

March 8 - SKS at the Flyers

March 11 - Art Goes to School, Stations of the Cross, Middle School Youth Group

March 13 - Admissions Open House

March 14 - End of 2nd Trimester

Our kindergarten “centurions” marched into class today dressed like they were 100 years old—celebrating the 100th day of school! We’ve spent these first hundred days exploring new words, practicing our counting skills, and growing our curiosity. Here’s to many more days of learning and fun!

Students in Mrs. Grimley's class learn about density.