Website: http://stpascalschool.org
Location: 1757 Conway St, St Paul, MN 55106, USA
Phone: 651.776.0092

• January 27 - No school - Teacher's In-Service Day

• January 28-31 - Catholic School Week

• February 4, 5pm-7pm - Culver's Night

• February 17 - No school, President's Day

Dear St. Pascal Regional Families,

As we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, let us reflect on his message of faith, justice, and unity. To honor his legacy, our 4th graders have prepared a special song about Dr. King’s dream for a better world. We invite you to enjoy their heartfelt performance posted below.

Wishing you a blessed and peaceful day!

In Christ,

Inna Collier Paske

Principal

This week, Ready, Set, Smile visited our school to teach students about the importance of good dental care. Their engaging lesson on brushing, flossing, and maintaining healthy habits directly supports our belief in educating the whole child. By focusing on physical health, along with our emphasis on spiritual, emotional, intellectual, and social growth, we ensure every student has the tools they need to thrive in all aspects of life. We're grateful for partners like Ready, Set, Smile, who help us nurture the well-being of each child in our care. 🦷✨

Watch ‘Smile’ dental presentation in 4th grade here.

We're here to support you in applying for financial aid for your students for the 2025-26 school year. To maximize your chances of receiving scholarships, be sure to submit your application by February 28th. Begin your application process by visiting www.mytads.com, where you can select "Financial Aid Assessment" and log in.

If you need assistance with uploading the necessary documents, you can sign up for support. If the provided times are inconvenient for you, please reach out to spanishliaison@stpascalschool.org to schedule an alternative time. When you come in for assistance, please remember to bring the following documents:

• Most recently filed federal taxes
• Most recent W-2 forms for all Parents/Guardians listed on the application
• Recent pay stubs from current jobs held by Parents/Guardians
• Documentation showing miscellaneous monthly or yearly income (e.g., welfare, food stamps, unemployment, workers' compensation)
• Corporate, partnership, and trust tax forms if a Parent/Guardian owns 20% or more interest in a corporation or partnership, or if any household member owns 20% or more interest in a trust
• Other relevant documentation (such as recent utility bills, daycare expenses, etc.) may also be required.

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!

We are thrilled to welcome Elizabeth (Liz) Zabawa as our new Office Manager at St. Pascal Regional Catholic School! Ms. Zabawa was born and raised in Austin, Texas, where she holds cherished memories of her hometown. She is excited to now call Minnesota—and our school—her home.

Ms. Zabawa comes to us with a Master of Education with an emphasis on English as a Second Language from Texas State University and brings 13 years of experience as an educator. Her deep appreciation for teachers and understanding of their hard work will undoubtedly enrich our school community.

In her free time, Ms. Zabawa enjoys puzzles, reading, dancing, and trying new foods. She is eager to meet and support our wonderful families, students, and staff as she begins her new role.

Liz Zabawa officially starts on January 21, 2025. Please join us in giving her a warm St. Pascal welcome! Her school email is lzabawa@stpascalschool.org.

As the weather gets cooler, we’ve noticed that some students may not have long-sleeve options or a St. Pascal Blue quarter zip. If your child needs one, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We have quarter zips available at the school, which can be charged to your TADS account. If financial assistance is needed, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to help.

Dear ACA Families,

With heartfelt gratitude and immense pride, I am excited to share Ascension Catholic Academy’s Annual Report for the 2023-24 fiscal year. This report highlights not only the incredible accomplishments of the past year but also the countless opportunities your generosity has made possible for our scholars and families.

Thanks to your unwavering support, we are empowering our children with the skills and confidence to dream big, build fulfilling lives, and become leaders who uplift their communities. Each day, your contributions help us provide a transformative education rooted in faith, excellence, and opportunity.

To read the full report, click here or on the cover image above.

Together, we are creating brighter futures and building a foundation for generations to come—one where our scholars dream boldly and live purposeful lives.

As a former scholar and now a proud parent of an ACA preschooler, I want to thank you for being an integral part of our mission. Your impact resonates in every classroom, in every scholar’s achievement, and in every step we take toward a more hopeful tomorrow.

With deepest gratitude,

Quentin Moore
Vice President of Advancement

Did you miss the January webinars for Peace of Mind? Links to the parent webinars are below.

Parents: When Friendships End – Parenting Through Heartbreak

Now available! Spanish recordings of past parent webinars are now viewable.

October – Identificar Tipico Vs. Pico Vs. Estres Y Ansiedad Problematica
November – Cuando Un Diagnostico No Es Suficiente
December – La Crianza En Tiempos De Cambio

Each year, the Center for Mission invites all K-12 students in the Archdiocese to reflect on their personal call to mission through our annual Writing Contest. Read more here.

This year, students will respond to the prompt: When have you been a Good Samaritan and gone out of your way to help someone in need? How does being a Good Samaritan help the Church in her mission of spreading God’s love?

There are four divisions from which winners will be selected:

• Division I, Grades K-2: Complete the phrase, “I was a Good Samaritan when…” and draw a picture illustrating your answer.
• Division II, Grades 3–5: Write an essay up to 250 words, answering the question above. Must be typed or neatly printed.
• Division III, Grades 6-8: Write an essay up to 500 words, answering the question above. Must be typed.

Entries will be judged for their creativity, originality, organization, spelling and communication effectiveness.

Prizes for winners! Divisions I & II: $50/each. Divisions III: $100/each

Submissions accepted February 3 - March 7.

Our school is invited to participate in Christ Is Alive! National Essay Contest. Read for instructions here. The contest is open to children in grades 3 through 8 who are enrolled in a Catholic school or in a parish religious education program. Two winners in each grade from across the United States will be selected.

Essay Topic

Describe a moment when you felt close to God in the past year.

For example, it could have been when you were praying, on a retreat or at Mass. Or it could have been in an answer to one of your prayers, on in the mercy or kindness of someone you know.

God is at work in the world all the time. He is close to his people in their daily lives, in all their joys and sorrows. He comforts us, heals us and help us. That's the good news: God is with us! For this essay, think of a time when you felt God was with you and write about it.

Dear Families,

We would really appreciate it if you took a few moments to leave us a review on Google to encourage other families to come to believe, learn, love, and connect with us.

Thank you for all your support!