Sacred Heart School News

I want to inform you regarding a change in 3rd grade. Ms. Weir, who has been on a leave of absence, was initially scheduled to return to her teaching position on November 11th. On November 13th, she spent time team-teaching with me to ensure she was up-to-date on where the students were in the curriculum. Throughout this time, Ms. Weir has consistently expressed her desire to prioritize what is in the best interest of the students. On Friday, we received notice of Ms. Weir’s resignation from her position.

While we work to find a permanent teacher, I will continue to be in the classroom most days, providing stability and support for our third-grade students. If you know any possible teachers looking to work in a Catholic school, please have them contact me.

Thank you for your understanding and support during this time. Please be aware that I will have limited time during the day to respond to your emails or any drop-in visits. My priority right now is teaching in the 3rd grade classroom.

Karen Bursey

This year, we only have one pick-up day for wreaths, spruce tops, etc. Pick-up will be in Fr. Pedersen's garage located behind the school.

PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU SCHEDULE TIME FOR TUESDAY PICK-UP.

December meals are ready for you to order! Please log into your account so that your child(ren) have meals the beginning of the month. Email Sarah Bowback if you are having trouble placing your order.

Ticket sales for Sacred Heart Catholic School's 11th Annual Gala are now on sale! Get your early bird tickets now before the price increases on January 1st! We can't wait to see you on February 28, 2025 for A Night at the Casino Royale! Get your tickets here: https://onecau.se/sacredheartcasinoroyale

Santa’s Workshop is coming December 5th and 6th! For those new to Sacred Heart Catholic School, Santa’s Workshop is an opportunity for students to shop for their families for Christmas.

A large variety of gifts will be available for purchase for $1-$8/gift. Most students shop for their parents, siblings, and grandparents, but parents can help set the shopping list and budget with their student when the Santa’s Workshop envelope comes home just before Thanksgiving break. PTC volunteers will be present to help shoppers manage their budget and gift selection, but your input on the envelope is extremely helpful.

We want this to be a fun activity for all students, so if you are in need of financial assistance for your student(s) to shop, please indicate this by writing SNF (St. Nicholas Fund) next to your student(s) name. If you’d like to contribute to the St. Nicholas fund, please write SNF on the line next to “donate remaining funds to PTC”.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Frances de Kooker at francesrivera19@gmail.com, or for Espanol, Lola Fritz at lorenafritz@sacredheartschoolrobbinsdale.org.

Our 8th graders went to Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Camp on November 13-15. Osprey Wilds is an accredited K-12 Outdoor School that offers a wide range of educational opportunities for students through experiential learning. This trip aligns with our science curriculum in middle school.

https://ospreywilds.org/

We will be collecting toys for boys and girls ages 1-16 for Sharing and Caring Hands in Minneapolis. Please consider making Christmas merry by donating a new toy for a child in need. We are collecting toys now through Tuesday, December 10th. Please do not wrap any toys.

Thank you for considering donating a toy. Christmas is about giving to others.

It’s time to celebrate our successful drive!
9 new Ridwell members to go!

If a total of 10 members join through your webpage by December 15, the school earns free plastic film pickups all spring. We have 9 to go.
Remember, you still have about a month to earn every-other-week plastic film pickups at school and a Ridwell field trip for up to 50 students and grown-ups. This period after your plastic film drive is prime time to inspire folks to give Ridwell a try!

Must-know info:
* You get closer to your goal when new Ridwell members sign up through your school’s webpage.
* Track your tally on your school’s page, too! Your count will go up for every new member who joins Ridwell on your page or through an email we send that mentions your school.
* The deadline for new members to join is December 15.

QUICK LINKS
Your school’s drive webpage:
https://get.ridwell.com/shcs

The Sacred Heart Christmas production of "The Nutcracker" is fast approaching! Grades 1, 3, 5, and 7 are performing for the school at 12:20 pm and our performance for family and friends will be at 6:15 p.m. on Thursday, December 12.

Please have the seventh graders arrive at school that night at 5:15 p.m. with costumes ready to go, so we can practice any last minute things. Grades 1, 3, and 5 should arrive by 6:00 p.m. to meet their teachers in the Marian rooms. All involved have been working really hard and we are looking forward to a great performance!

Mr. Melius

We collected an abundance of food on Friday totaling 276 lbs! Wow.

As we celebrated Kindness Week, the food drive was a great way to end our week spreading kindness to our local community.

School Patrols:

Week of Nov. 18- AM Louie N., Wesley PM Eddie P, Christopher P.

Week of Nov. 25- AM Molly P, Eli G. PM Eddie P. Isaac B.

Week of Nov. 18-22

Monday

Band & orchestra

4:45 pm Robotics-lunchroom

6:30 pm JV Basketball game @ Sacred Heart

Tuesday

WREATH PICK-UP 1:45-5:45 PM Father's garage (located behind school)

Orchestra

2:10 pm Karate

Wednesday

6:00 pm SAC meeting

5:30-7:30 pm Youth Group at Good Shepherd

Thursday

Friday

End of Trimester 1

8:00 a.m. School Mass--8th grade

Blood Drive 12-5 pm

Week of Nov. 25-29

Monday

Band/Orchestra

4:45 pm Robotics

Tuesday

Non-uniform for Marathon students that received a t-shirt (hoping t-shirts arrive soon)

Wednesday-Friday

Happy Thanksgiving

Check out our spirit wear at Educational Outfitters in St. Louis Park. We have hats, t-shirts, jackets, etc. Don't forget about Christmas gifts for students, parents, and grandparents.

https://minnesota.educationaloutfitters.com/find-my-school/sacred-heart-catholic-school/

As November draws near, so does Minnesota's giving holiday, Give to the Max Day on November 21st. Sacred Heart Catholic School will be participating but will also be launching our 30 Days of Giving campaign on November 1st. Each day we'll highlight why it is so important to support our greatest and more important asset, our children!

We hope you'll prayerfully consider a gift during the month of November to support our many academic and extracurricular programs! By supporting Sacred Heart Catholic School, you are making a profound investment in the leaders of tomorrow—individuals equipped not only with academic excellence but also with the resilience and moral integrity necessary to thrive in an ever-evolving world. Our graduates leave Sacred Heart with a solid foundation that enables them to engage meaningfully with their communities and navigate life's challenges with confidence. Grounded in their faith and values, they possess the vision and skills to drive positive change.

To give, please visit https://bit.ly/3YgmHTK

When: Wednesdays 5:30-7:30 pm

Where: Good Shepherd Catholic Church

145 Jersey Ave. S. Golden Valley, MN (only a few minutes away from Sacred Heart)

Need more info: Contact Katie Kruc, youth minister, kkruc@shrmn.org

Just a reminder that we ask families volunteer a minimum of 20 hours per family during the school year.

The following opportunities are now posted on SignUp: (Click on the red button above to volunteer)

Athletic coaches for all sports

Chess Club

Thursday treats for teachers

PTC membership--Join our parent group

Deadlines to register for winter and spring sports:

Girls Basketball - Wednesday December 4th is the last day to sign up

Baseball/Softball - Friday March 14th is the last day to sign up

Sign-up Form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1nS2koz_LuXl13kocu5FVFqXpCs3c4Gu93cML_eXhaS0/edit?userstoinvite=s02maria@gmail.com&sharingaction=manageaccess&role=writer&ts=664b662c

Seth Wilhelm swilhelm@sacredheartschoolrobbinsdale.org or

(920)265-4040.

MN Fundraising Initiative (MNFI) secures contracts with over 23 venues in the greater Twin Cities area including Target Field, Target Center, Canterbury, and US Bank to operate food and beverage concessions stands at their events.

MNFI organizes teams of volunteers from all over the state of MN and WI who work together to run these stands. In turn, MNFI receives donations from these venues. The donations are then used to award grants to families in local communities to allow youth to attend private school, such as Sacred Heart Catholic School and participate in enrichment activities they may not otherwise be able to enjoy. Checks are mailed directly to Sacred Heart in your name.

Many of our school families use this organization to help pay for tuition.

Click on the website and create an account by clicking on the “Volunteer registration”.

http://mnfundraisinginitiative.org

We use Donald's Uniforms for our SHCS logo shirts, pullovers, red plaid jumpers/skorts, gym uniforms (gr. 6-8) and our MS jacket. They also have uniform pants and shorts.

https://www.donaldsuniform.com/home.php?cat=178

Parents may order our spirit wear at Educational Outfitters in St. Louis Park. Spiritwear may be worn on Wednesdays with uniform pants/shorts.

https://minnesota.educationaloutfitters.com/find-my-school/sacred-heart-catholic-school/

Our updated handbook has been posted on our school website.

https://sacredheartschoolrobbinsdale.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Parent-Student-Handbook-24-25.pdf

The Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis requires the Essential 3 for volunteers who work with students in Catholic schools or parishes. All employees must also complete the Essential 3. ****Cell phones do not work well for Essential 3 and you will receive an error message. Please use a computer.

You may complete all three requirements online at www.virtusonline.org
1. Log in to create your account and watch the Virtus awareness session online. Every 3 years, a new video will be assigned to your account.
2. Successfully complete a background check.
3. Sign a Code of Conduct.

****The Archdiocese requires all volunteers to renew the Essential 3 requirements every 3 years. You will receive an email message when your account is up for renewal.

The new and improved Box Tops mobile app uses state of the art technology to scan your store receipt. Find participating products and instantly add Box Tops to our school's earnings. We earn 10 cents for each Box Top along with Bonus points. Simply scan your receipt on your phone and Sacred Heart earns money.

Find the Box Tops for Education app and search for Sacred Heart by our zip code---55422.

Sacred Heart Catholic School is committed to instilling virtues and values rooted in Catholic teachings. We educate the whole child to ensure students are prepared to meet the challenges in the world as disciples of Jesus.

Email: kbursey@sacredheartschoolrobbinsdale.org
Website: www.sacredheartschoolrobbinsdale.org
Location: 4050 Hubbard Ave. N. Robbinsdale, MN 55422
Phone: 763-537-1329
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SHCSRobbinsdale