Week 15
Good Afternoon,
As we approach Thanksgiving Break, I wanted to take a moment to express my deep gratitude for all the wonderful people who make St. Philip Neri Catholic School such a special place. I am truly blessed to serve as the principal of this incredible parish school, and I’m filled with thanksgiving for the many ways our school community comes together in faith, love, and service.
First and foremost, I am grateful to Father Wood, whose humble leadership and deep commitment to Christ enrich our school each day. It is a joy to work alongside him, serving the souls in our school as we strive to guide our children toward heaven.
A heartfelt thank you to all the past principals who laid the foundation for our school’s success. Their vision and dedication continue to shape the vibrant community we have today.
I also want to thank our amazing teachers and staff. These individuals are truly on the front lines, entering into spiritual battle each day as they pour into their students with prayerful and servant hearts. Their commitment to nurturing both the minds and souls of our children is a blessing, and I am so grateful for their dedication.
To our school families, thank you for being such active partners in the education of your children. It truly takes a village, and together, we are guiding our youth toward the path to heaven. Your support, involvement, and trust in our school are invaluable.
A special thank you to our parishioners, who continuously surround our school in prayer. Your generosity and willingness to help our school improve are deeply appreciated. I am especially grateful for the many 3V speakers who have volunteered their time to enrich our students’ spiritual and educational experiences.
As many of you know, I am a "full-time" husband and father, and my "part-time" role as principal is a privilege that I cherish deeply. Thank you to my beautiful bride, Ryan, and our children for being fully invested together in the mission of SPN. With grateful hearts, we thank each of you for making St. Philip Neri Catholic School an extraordinary place of learning and faith. SPN is in it's 70th year as a school, and our mission continues to go far beyond educating children—it’s about forming disciples of Christ, and I’m honored to be part of that journey with all of you.
Finally, please know that your prayers are always coveted as we continue to rely on our Lord for strength and guidance. May you all have a blessed and joyous Thanksgiving!
Important Reminders:
Early Release on Friday: PK: 11:00am / K: 12:45pm / 1-8: 1:00pm
We will have our Morning Assembly at 8:00am on Friday this week to announce our Students of the Month for October.
Pre-order Your 2024–2025 Yearbook: Don't miss out on the chance to save! Pre-order by November 22nd for just $30. See the flyer below for the QR code to place your order.
Uniform Transition Update: We appreciate your patience as we transition from Dennis Uniforms to Flynn O'Hara. We are working with both companies to assist families in retrieving orders or securing refunds. The Flynn O'Hara online store is now set up, and we are awaiting artwork uploads. Please know we are also being flexible with uniform infractions as many new families may still be completing their uniform orders.
Picture Retake Day – TOMORROW (November 21st): If your child will be having picture retakes, please be sure to bring the original pictures with you on retake day.
The Falcon Elf Factory: Our annual Falcon Elf Factory is coming soon! This event allows students to do some Christmas shopping for their families, offering low-cost gifts. We are currently collecting gently used or new items, as well as handmade crafts. If you would like to donate, please contact our PTO President, Lecye Lippoldt, at lecyedoolen@gmail.com.
Re-Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year is open. All current students in grades PK3-7th have been automatically re-enrolled, however parents must complete the Returning Student Updates form via the FACTS Family Portal. An email was sent yesterday with more information.
Once again, thank you for being such an essential part of our St. Philip Neri family. In the words of Captain John "Irish" Keilty, “Keep Your Speed Up!” and have a wonderful and blessed Thanksgiving!
Pax Christi,
Corky McMullen
Principal
