Email: principal@borromeoschool.com
Website: www.borromeoschool.com
Location: 431 Decatur Street, Saint Charles, MO, USA
Phone: 636-946-2713
Facebook: facebook.com/SCBSchool

Back in September, we completed standardized testing for the year. The individual student data from Standardized testing information will be coming home next week. I put together a bit of a narrative about the data we receive from the Iowa Assessments and how we use the data. We are always encouraged by the improvement of the academic performance of our students. Each year, we find ways to grow our academic stature and challenge the intellect of all learners at St. Charles Borromeo, helping to create an intelligent and competent child who is an active member our school.

As we close in on Fall Break, there are a couple of items of note.

1. We are not in school for All Saints Day. This is a Solemnity and Holy Day of Obligation. There are plenty of opportunities to attend Mass. Here are the Mass times for November 1: 6:30am @ St. Peters, 8:00am @ St. Charles Borromeo, 12:00pm @ St. Peters, 7:00pm @ St. Charles Borromeo
2. November 10 is going to be a special Veteran's Day Mass and Honor Ceremony. November 17th will be our next Virtue Mass recognizing the virtue of generosity.

Have a blessed weekend!

The most useful data points for parents from the results of standardized testing are the Predicted National Percentile Rank (PNPR) and the National Percentile Rank (NPR). The Predicted National Percentile Rank is a number that reflects the predicted achievement on the Iowa Assessments based on the Cognitive Abilities test. The National Percentile Rank (NPR) is number that reflects how a test taker compares to other test takers of the same age and grade level. The numbers that are used to compare the test takers are known as the Standard Score (SS). We look at the SS each year to measure natural academic growth in a child. For a better understanding of what the percentile means, a score in the 50%ile is average and in the the middle quartile.

The Iowa Assessment is a general norm-referenced test and the questions are not based on our own curriculum. Every school in the archdiocese takes the same test, but the results form one school to another are not comparable. We utilize our data to understand growth from year to year, identify areas of deficiency based on the testing questions, and individual performance comparison to measure normal academic growth.

One very important note on the results from the standardize testing is they are only one piece of the academic puzzle of a child. We have more accurate data that we utilize with greater effectiveness that includes AIMSweb, classroom assignments and assessments, and teacher observations. The data that we receive from those sources is criteria-based and provides us a more accurate portrait of a child's academic performance. If you have any questions about the data, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Upcoming Half Days/ Early Release Days/Days Off

10/20 - Early Release - Student Pickup at 2:15pm

10/27 - Noon Dismissal - St. Charles Police Department training for teachers

10/30-11/3 - Fall Break/No School

11/6 - School Resumes

Upcoming Events

10/20 - Trunk or Treat 5:00-6:30pm

10/23 - Mini Vinnies Soup Kitchen

10/24 - Grades K-5 Mass at 8:00am - Parents welcome to attend

10/27 - All School Mass at 8:00am - Parents welcome to attend

11/7 - Grades 6-8 Mass at 8:00am - Parents welcome to attend

Generosity is giving of oneself in a willing and cheerful manner for the good of others

St. Martin of Tours was riding through a city on his horse when he saw a beggar on the side of the road. The beggar had on very little clothes. Martin took off his military cloak and cut it in half. He gave half to the cloak to the beggar to keep warm with. That night Martin had a dream where he saw Jesus wearing the half of cloak he gave to the beggar. Jesus then thanked Martin for being so generous.

adapted from the Disciples of Christ: Education in Virtue

Here is a prayer for the children to say at home: Dear Jesus, Let me share myself with others as You share Your life with me.

Scriptures to read on Generosity: Luke 6:38, Luke 21:1-4, 2 Corinthians 9:6-8, Philippians 2:4

We will be honoring the family members of students that are Veteran's on November 10. The celebration will begin with Mass at 8:00 am. We ask that the Veteran family members and the students (of the family members) sit up front at Mass. Following the Mass will be a Veteran speaker, a brief celebration of songs honoring them, and a simple breakfast in the Café for the Veteran and their student(s). The celebration should end by 10:00 am. We ask that only Veteran family members attend and not close friends of family. If you have a Veteran that will be attending with your student, please fill out this form by Friday, October 27. https://forms.gle/apm4tKPkat26F6DL7 . The Veteran will need to be at church around 7:50-7:55 to meet their student.

The Mini Vinnies are continuing to collect food items! Students may bring in food items for the Minis to collect throughout the week. There are NO dress downs for these donated items. See below what the goal items for the upcoming months are.

Oct: Give A Hoot, Donate Fruit: 15 oz. Peaches, Pears, Mandarin Oranges, Fruit Cocktail in Juice

Nov: PB&J: 16 oz Peanut Butter & Jelly in Plastic Jar

Pickup for BASK next Friday October 27th will be at the preschool entrance/ the old pickup location.

October BASK sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040444ACAC28A7F58-bask16

Don’t miss out - registration is now open for the next round of 6 week classes staring the week of November 4th! Join us on Saturdays, weekdays, and evenings for STEM fun. We have so many exciting topics to explore for November and December.

STEM Opportunities at Maryville

Home and School Association

Are you interested helping organize events for school? The Home and School Association helps with school events, arranges fun fundraising idea like dine out nights, works with new families, and coordinates appreciation events for students and faculty. If you think you might be interested, please email Jill Kesler through hsa@borromeoschool.com.

Thank you so much to everyone who has signed up already for Trunks! You are what will make this event Spooktacular! Quick reminders: Bring your own candy! Bring your Minnie Vinnie donation! And gates open for setup at 4:30!

Below is an additional signup for parent/student help before (4:30-5) and during the event (5pm-6pm). Thank you to those who have already signed up! There are a couple of spots left if older students are interested (potentially for service hours! -waiting to confirm this from Dr. M)

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4AACA629A5F4CE9-44887030-trunk

Also! Minnie Vinnies will be at the entrance to collect the donations for admission to Trunk or Treat starting at 4:30! Thank you Minnie Vinnies!!

There will be a panel of judges to assess several contest categories for Trunks and Costumes! SUCH AS: Best Family Themed! Best Homemade! AND Most original!

SLUH Open House will take place on November 5th from 11:30am-3:00pm. No registration is necessary. Meet student ambassadors, faculty, alumni, parents, and coaches. Come check out all the opportunities to explore who you will become at SLUH!

Click the link below for more information!

Please submit any prayer requests to office@borromeoschool.com.

For military members, to continue to serve our country safely and according to the goodwill of all men.

For all of the quiet intentions held in the hearts of our St. Charles Borromeo Community members.

Any parent wishing to volunteer or attend parties at St. Charles Borromeo must complete the Archdiocesan Prevent and Protect training (formerly known as Protecting God's Children).

The link is below.

Dr. Dan Mullenschlader - Principal

principal@borromeoschool.com

Mrs. Michelle Winkler - Assistant Principal

michellewinkler@borromeoschool.com

Emily "Freddie" McCants - Office Manager

office@borromeoschool.com

Ms. Darlene Mueller - School Business Assistant

schoolbusiness@borromeoschool.com

Mrs. Megan Ambrose - Counselor

mambrose@ccstl.org

Mrs. Monica Barnes - Accountant

MonicaBarnes@archstl.org

Mr. Luan Nguyen - Technology Coordinator

SCBTech@borromeoschool.com