Principal's Weekly Update

Wednesday, November 1 - New Dress Code Implemented (see below)

Wednesday, November 1 - All Saint's Day

Thursday, November 2 - All Soul's Day / Día de los muertos

* Pan de Muerto y Chocolate 3:15 - 4:30

Friday, November 17 - FULL SCHOOL DAY at STM!

(Phillipians 2:3)

Today in the red family folder, you will be receiving a card with the Prayer for the Faithful Departed. Please take some time to write the names of your loved ones who have passed away.

Unfortunately STM is experiencing a large amount vandalism occuring in the boys bathroom on second and third floor. This means that boys in grades 3-8 are choosing to use the bathroom inappropriately, damaging toilets, and creating an unclean and messy space. We can use your help talking to your students about how honoring our school means taking care of our school spaces including bathrooms.

The school policy regarding Vandalism can be found on page 29 in the Family Handbook.

STM Students head outside for recess each and every day. The fresh air and opportunity to run and play is an important part of a student's day. Please be sure your students are dressed appropriately for outdoor recess. Please ensure your students have winter coats, hats, mittens, scarves, etc. When the snow arrives, it will be imperative that students bring boots and snowpants as well.

Thank you to the many STM moms who helped decorate and assemble our Día de Muertos Ofrenda! If your child(ren) would like to bring in photos of the loved ones in your family who have passed away, the teachers will allow students to place these on our Ofrenda. Please ensure that your student's name is on the back of the photo so that we can return the photos to you after the celebration. We will be bringing our photos and loved ones to Mass with us on November 8th to pray for their souls!

Please remember that anytime your child is late to school, or leaves early, they must be signed in or out of school by a parent or an approved adult. This includes if your children are tardy to school in the morning. Please DO NOT simply just drop off your child at the front doors, please come in so we can have you sign your child in or out. Thank you!

Beginning on Wednesday, November 1st, St. Thomas More School will be implementing an additional two rules related to our dress code:

1. Students must have their natural fingernails. No plastic, acrylic, or fake nails will be allowed for students. Addtionally, only modest nail polish may be used on natural nails.
2. Any jewlery worn by students must be modest and school appropriate.

These changes are to ensure that students can be successful at school in a healthy and safe learning environment for all. Any students found to be in violation of the above rules will have the following consequences:

1. Warning; parents are notified and student is expected to return the school the following day with the correct dress code in place
2. Student is sent home to correct the dress code infraction
3. A parent meeting with the Principal

Thank you very much for helping ensure our students have a safe, healthy, and God-honoring school experience!

We are excited to share that STM students will be receiving a few extra hours this school year! The following dates will be FULL SCHOOL DAYS (8:15 - 3:15) for St. Thomas More Students:

- Friday, November 17 - 8:15 - 3:15

Please note these dates and times in your calendars! The GRACE schedule lists them as Early Release days, however they are FULL SCHOOL DAYS for STM students!

Eighth grade students at our GRACE schools are invited to join us on November 6, 2023 for a High School Shadow Day to discover GRACE's Chesterton Academy of St. John Paul II Classical School.

Chesterton Academy of St. John Paul II Classical School offers a high school experience with a classical curriculum that not only excels in academics but also shapes strong character rooted in faith. Students experience a rich tapestry of subjects, daily Mass, integrated Catholic values, and character development to give students a unique and transformative high school experience.

Discover High School with a higher calling at Chesterton Academy of St. John Paul II Classical School, where your child's faith, academic achievement, potential and purpose will thrive.

Secure your spot by contacting the Chesterton Academy of SJPII Office at casjpiioffice@gracesystem.org
Learn more: sjpclassicalschoolgreenbay.org | Chesterton Academy
Priority Admission Application Period Period: November 1 - December 21, 2023

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1420 Harvey Street

Green Bay, WI 54302

920-432-8242

stmoffice@gracesystem.org