Peek of the Week

Monday, November 11

• Morning Assembly: Veterans Day Speaker (parents welcome!)
• Veterans Day Lunch With A Hero

Wednesday, November 13

• School Picture Retakes
• Viking Basketball v. Epiphany @ 4:30PM (STCS)

Thursday, November 14

• Teacher Appreciation Lunch

Friday, November 15

• Jr. High Fall Dance

Looking Ahead....

November 17: School Spirit Sunday

November 18-22: Discover Catholic Schools Week

November 18: Viking Basketball v. St. Rose (STCS)

November 19-22: 5th Grade at Camp Kappe

November 20: Viking Basketball v. St. Anne-Tomball (STCS)

November 22: Little Flower Awards at Morning Assembly

November 22: Pre-k3-1st Grade Fall Festival

November 22: 1st and 2nd Grade Thanksgiving Program (12:30)

November 22: Progress Reports Distributed

We understand that there are times when your child(ren) will need to leave school early or be dismissed for doctor, dentist, or other appointments. While we recognize these are important, we want to remind families of the value of instructional time. Every moment in class is crucial for your child’s learning, so we ask that you make every effort to schedule appointments outside of school hours when possible.

When early dismissal or appointments are necessary, please inform us in advance by emailing both your child’s homeroom teacher and the Front Office at frontoffice@sttheresa.cc. Include your child’s name, the date, and the time of the appointment or early dismissal. Early pickups and late arrivals follow the same protocols as our absence policy. In addition, parents must sign-in their child/ren in the Front Office after returning from an appointment or if a student is arriving later than 8:30AM.

Attendance Policy

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Mrs. Saunders or Mrs. Fox. Thank you for your understanding and support!

School picture retakes are on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 after Mass. This is for picture retakes or students who were absent the day school pictures were taken. Any students needing retakes need to return the entire original packet of photos. Please reach out to: wamphoto@sbcglobal.net or call 713-526-5448 if you have any questions. To order school pictures from November 13, please click on the link below.

Please complete this form to request records: Report Cards/Standardized Testing from Mrs. Saunders: Record Request

OPEN HOUSES

All Girls:

• Incarnate Word Nov. 17 (see below)

All Boys:

• St. Thomas High School Dec. 8

• Strake Jesuit College Prep Dec. 5

Co-Ed:

• St. John XXIII High School Nov. 10

• St. Pius X High School Dec. 15

ADMISSIONS DEADLINES

DECEMBER 16, 2024

• Duchesne Academy

• Incarnate Word Academy

• St. Agnes Academy

JANUARY 15, 2025

• St. John XXIII High School

• St. Pius X High School

• St. Thomas High School

• Strake Jesuit College Prep

Don't forget to register for our new lunch program through www.lunchdirect.com with the key- 650065.

Important Information:

• Please be sure confirm portion sizes for your students weekly.
• The cutoff for weekly orders is every Wednesday at midnight for the following week.
• Forgotten lunches will be accepted until 9:00am in the school office, NO food deliveries from Door Dash/Uber Eats are allowed.

You can view the October lunch menu by clicking on the link below.

Parents are welcome to join us on Monday, November 11 for Assembly at 7:50AM as we celebrate Veterans Day. The speaker for this special event is Joe Helstrom (Hel-strum), who served as a Religious Program Specialist Second Class (FMF) in the U.S. Navy. He also served a year in Iraq with military police and then two years with Third Battalion First Marines on the 11th MEU. After the military, he worked at many company's building networks, fighting off hackers, and designing 3D simulation rooms.

Before the speaker, the PTO will project a slide show of Veteran family members and close friends. If you would like to include someone special in the slide show, please submit a photo, Name, Branch of Military Service, and Student Name and relation (Parent/Grand/Cousin/Family Friend etc.) to pto@sttheresa.cc for inclusion. New submissions only, we are building off the deck from last year!

Please join us on Monday, November 11th for our Veterans Day celebration! We are bringing back our Lunch with a Hero tradition and inviting Veteran friends and guests to join your student(s) for lunch at their designated time. You are welcome to bring lunch for yourself and your student(s) and join them to eat, visit and meet their classmates. Visitors should register HERE and plan to arrive 5 minutes before lunchtime to sign-in at the front desk.

ONE VETERAN AND TWO GUESTS MAY ATTEND FOR EACH STUDENT.

LUNCH SCHEDULE:

PK3-PK4: 10:45-11:15

K-Gr 2: 11:20-11:50

Grades 3-5: 11:55-12:25

Grades 6-8: 12:30-1:45

Thank you and we look forward to a worthwhile event!

Our St. Theresa 8th graders are thrilled to announce the second date for Dress Out for Dollar$ on Thursday, November 14! This exciting fundraiser supports each participating family in 8th grade for their trip to Washington, D.C. All school families can contribute between $1 and $20, and in return, their child(ren) will have the chance to enjoy a day of dressing outside the usual school uniform or a free dress day, as outlined in the menu below.

Instead of searching for loose change this year, the 8th grade is offering free dress tickets for dressing outside of uniform through online purchases. Simply buy a ticket for the free dress using the provided link below or QR Code, and you'll be all set to let your Viking enjoy Dress Out for Dollar$. Alternatively, you can bring cash or a check on November 14 to make your desired contribution upon arrival. Participation is completely optional. Flyers will be sent home soon, so please keep an eye out to ensure your child can join in and support our 8th graders!

We are looking for parent volunteers to watch each classroom during the luncheon so that all teachers can attend and enjoy together. Please review the available slots below and sign up. Reminder, you must be CMG Connect certified to be in the classrooms! You are welcome to bring an activity for the kids or reach out directly to the teacher to ask how best to help. Thank you!

Teacher Appreciation Luncheon - Parent Volunteers

The PTO is reporting that "Lost & Found" is completely full of jackets and sweaters. Please check "Lost & Found" on Fridays during Morning Assembly. You may check it as early as 7:30AM through the end of Assembly. Thank you!

The countdown is on—don’t miss your chance to be part of an incredible day in support of St. Theresa Catholic School! All proceeds go toward supporting our students and providing vital tuition assistance.

Whether you’re playing or sponsoring, there’s still time to get involved. Register today: https://www.sttheresaschool.cc/golf

Let’s make it a day to remember!

Get Ready for STCS Hopelessly Devoted 1950s School Gala! Step back in time and join us for a night of nostalgia at our annual gala on February 21, 2025. https://www.sttheresaschool.cc/2025gala

Tickets on Sale Now! Don’t wait—secure your spot for an unforgettable evening of fun, music, and dancing! Join us for a night filled with joy, laughter, and plenty of 1950s flair. Get your tickets today and let’s make this gala a night to remember!

The Auction Committee is excited to start gathering items for the 2025 Hopelessly Devoted Gala & Auction. We’re looking for a variety of contributions to make this event spectacular! Are you a season ticket holder? Perhaps you own a vacation home or have frequent flyer miles or hotel points to donate? Maybe you’re an artist or business owner that has items to contribute. Or maybe you want to consider hosting a dinner or sponsoring an event.

To contribute, please visit our gala website to submit your donation form online, or stop by the church or school office to pick up a form. Thank you for your support and generosity!

Jill Bollich & Vanessa Harper

Live Auction Co-Chairs

Aly VanDeman

Silent Auction Chair

From November 11-20, donate can openers for our neighbors in need at the Christian Community Service Center. We kindly ask that you send the can openers with your children so they can participate in this worthwhile cause. Thank you for your assistance!

Join us for a day of service with your family on Saturday, January 18. Family groups will learn about the work happening at CCSC and participate in a service project packing hygiene kits for the individuals and families who seek help from CCSC. Please sign up each member of your family who will participate in the hygiene kit packing project. Activities are geared to children in kindergarten through 8th grade. One-hour shifts are available from 12-2:30 p.m. The price to participate is one bag of nonperishable food per family.

St. John XXIII College Preparatory is excited to invite STCS students to its Open House this Sunday, November 10th, from 1-3 PM. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet the school's dedicated faculty, staff, and coaches, and to learn more about the enriching programs the school offers.

Incarnate Word Academy invites your family to its Open House on Sunday, November 17th from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is a unique chance to explore our campus, meet our dedicated faculty and students, and experience the programs and supportive sisterhood that make IWA a wonderful place for young women to grow. Learn about our Young Leaders Program, Robotics and STEM opportunities, and college prep resources to help your student succeed in college and beyond.

RSVP today to help us prepare for your visit! Walk-ins are welcome too! We look forward to welcoming you to our IWA community!