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Today we celebrate the Memorial of the Holy Guardian Angels. Whether we are Christian or not, the Church teaches that every person is gifted with a guardian angel. The guardian angel is a spiritual companion who watches over us, guides us, and helps protect us on our journey throughout life.

Guardian angels are also messengers of God’s love. They stand by us at all times. In moments of uncertainty they offer guidance to steer us toward what is good and true. They celebrate our joys, comfort us in sorrow, and inspire us to make choices that align with the virtues of faith, hope, and love.

We are never alone. In Matthew 18:10, Jesus says, “See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven.” No matter our background, faith, or circumstances, we each have an angel who intercedes for us and guides us toward our true purpose that we were created for.

We can acknowledge and thank our guardian angels for their constant presence and protection. We know that we can turn to them in prayer and ask for their guidance. Through their care, we can grow in courage and faith, and strive to see God’s presence in the people around us and in ourselves each day.

Many blessings,

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We’re excited to introduce a fun new section of our newsletter where we get to know our amazing teachers a little better! Every week or so, we’ll be sharing some fun facts about our dedicated educators, from their favorite hobbies to their go-to snacks and everything in between. We hope this gives you a glimpse into the personalities of the wonderful people who make Saint Patrick such a special place. Get ready to learn something new and maybe even discover a shared interest or two!

Name: Mrs. Melissa Holloway

High School: Olentangy High School Lewis Center, Ohio (yes, when there was only 1 high school when I graduated)

College: BA in Psychology from The Ohio State University; Ashland University - graduate teacher licensure program

Years at Saint Patrick School: this is my third year at St. Patrick School.

What is your favorite thing about Saint Patrick School: I can share the one true faith with young people within a rigorous academic environment.

Favorite Saint: - Saint Gianna - she was an Italian wife, mother and medical doctor. Our daughter was named after her as well.

What are some of your hobbies? I love to read and craft. I have a Cricut and enjoy making all sorts of home decor to give as gifts to family and friends. I especially like working with wood because there is just so much you can do and make with it.

What accomplishment are you most proud of? My family! I am also the first one in my immediate family to earn a 4 year degree.

What is your ideal vacation destination? I would love to visit Europe, especially Italy and Ireland.

What are your favorite foods? Anything Italian!

What is your favorite quote or motto? “If God brought you to it, He will bring you through it.”

If the button above does not work, you can copy and paste this URL to access the order form: https://bit.ly/24SpiritWear.

All orders and payments are due in the school office by the end of school on October 15.

This year, we're excited to spotlight two amazing students each month as our Students of the Month! Teachers and staff nominate students who are going above and beyond, and then we all come together to vote for the winners. For September, we're thrilled to announce that Daniel Dumolt and David Cortes-Marquez are our Students of the Month! Congratulations to both of them for their hard work and dedication!

We’re beginning a fun new addition to our school lunches! This month, our eighth-grade students had the opportunity to select two of their favorite meals to be served in the cafeteria. Next month, it will be the fifth graders’ turn to pick their top lunch choices for November. As the year progresses, each class will have a chance to choose their favorite lunch to be featured on the menu. We’re looking forward to seeing all the delicious options our students come up with!

Click on the image above to download the lunch menu.

💤 Getting at least 8 hours of sleep each night helps your brain process new information and improve memory retention. A well-rested brain makes it easier to learn and understand new things during the day!

💤 A good night’s sleep sharpens your focus and attention. When you’re well-rested, it’s easier to stay on task, pay attention in class, and complete assignments without feeling distracted.

💤 Getting 8 hours of sleep gives your brain time to recharge, which helps you solve problems more creatively and think more clearly. It’s like giving your mind a boost to handle challenges with a fresh perspective.

💤 Sleep isn’t just for your brain—it’s important for your emotions, too. A good night’s sleep helps you manage stress better, keeps your mood balanced, and helps you feel more positive throughout the day.

Every day, students have the opportunity to earn a Shamrock Shout-out. These are given to students who go above the everyday expectations of the students. In the past week, the following students earned a Shamrock Shout-out:

Camren Hale for becoming an altar server (from Deacon Dan).

On Monday, October 7, we are excited to join all the schools in the Diocese of Columbus to pray the Rosary in honor of the Memorial of Our Lady of the Rosary. Our entire school will come together at 10:00 a.m. in the cafeteria, and we warmly invite all parishioners and school families to join us in this meaningful prayer. We hope to see you there as we pray together as a community!

Our next dining out fundraiser will be held at Los Mariachis from October 7 to October 9. It’s a great opportunity to enjoy some delicious food while supporting our school!

Be sure to bring the flyer with you, which we'll be sending home with every student on Monday. Thank you for your continued support!

Our annual Walk-a-thon is happening next Thursday, October 10! A huge thank you goes out to all of our amazing volunteers who help make events like this possible. We couldn’t do it without you!

On the day of the Walk-a-thon, students can dress out of uniform as long as they wear something green or any of our Saint Patrick spirit wear. Cross Country athletes are welcome to wear their team uniforms.

The weather is looking wonderful, so we know the kids will have a fantastic time. Let’s get ready for a fun day together!

Wednesday, October 2 - School Mass in the Froning Center at 8:50 a.m.

Friday, October 4 - Pet Blessing at the school at 7:00 p.m.

Monday, October 7 - Whole school rosary at 10:00 a.m.

Tuesday, October 8 - Kindergarten and first grade field trip to Circle S Farms

Wednesday, October 9 - School Mass in the Froning Center at 8:50 a.m.

Wednesday, October 9 - All Walk-a-thon donations are due at dismissal

Thursday, October 10 - Walk-a-thon from 12:45 to 3:00 p.m.

Friday, October 11 - No School - Faculty Retreat