Mission Statement

The Eucharistic community of Saint Paschal Baylon Catholic School

focuses on Christ-centered values and develops the unique potential of each student

through a rigorous and engaging curriculum.

Congratulations to our eighth graders who celebrated their Confirmation this past Sunday! Although there was some rain that day, there was such joy inside the Church. We look forward to this Sunday when our second graders celebrate their First Holy Communion.

May Crowning will take place next week on Wednesday, May 10 at the 9:00 a.m. Mass. I invite our students and families to bring in flowers to be placed on the altar around the statue of Mary. Thank you in advance. May Crowning is one of those traditional events that so many of us look forward to each year.

Peace and blessings,

Diane Raguz, Principal

From April 24 to May 12, students in grades K through 8 will complete the third and final MAP® Growth test from NWEA®. We give students MAP Growth tests to determine their instructional level and to measure academic growth throughout the school year (and from year to year) in Math (K-8), Reading (K-8), and Language (3-8). There is no preparation for these assessments besides making sure your child has plenty of rest and a good breakfast throughout the testing period of April 24 to May 12. As in the past, following the testing period, you will receive a report showing your child’s growth throughout this school year.

This year’s LifeWorks Ohio Respect Life Art and Essay Contest had over 1,200 entries. We are very happy to announce that six of our students are winners in this year’s contest. Congratulations to the following students:

• Nora Spellacy (Gr. 7) - First Place in the Essay category
• Jaida Zeigler-Williams (Gr. 7) - Second Place in the Essay category
• Caleb Gianzero (Gr. 8) - Second Place in the Poetry category
• Colton Cutwright (Gr. 7) - Third Place in the Poetry category
• Carla Grossner (Gr. 8) - Third Place in the Art category (missing from picture)
• Sydney Swiderski (Gr. 7) - Honorable Mention in the Art category

Attention all SPB Stars! We will hold a special TALENT SHOW on Wednesday, May 24th! Each homeroom will choose one act to be part of our school-wide TALENT SHOW. (Grades 4 and 8 can choose two acts!) Talent acts include singing, dancing, playing a musical instrument, comedy, juggling, and anything that makes you stand out! Each act should be no longer than 5 minutes and can be a solo or a group act. Auditions will be held during an assigned date decided by your homeroom teacher the week of May 1st - May 12th. There will be a MANDATORY DRESS REHEARSAL on MONDAY, MAY 22nd from 2:30-4:00 pm if you’re chosen to be part of the show. GOOD LUCK!

Talent Show Information

• Talent Show auditions will be held by homeroom. Each homeroom teacher will choose a date between May 1st - 12th to hold auditions during the school day. Anyone is eligible to audition. One act per homeroom must be chosen. Grades 4 and 8 will pick two acts because of only having one homeroom. Your child's homeroom teacher will announce when auditions will be held in their classrooms.

• Acts can be solo or in a group. There is no limit to how many students can be in a group.

• Acts include singing, dancing, playing a musical instrument, juggling, or anything that makes a student stand out. If singing a song or dancing to a song, be sure that the music chosen is APPROPRIATE! If you are singing, you need to provide karaoke music and not a song with someone already singing on it or have an accompanist. Students will bring whatever props/music is necessary. *A digital copy must be sent to Mrs. Cross. If a digital version is not available, please create your own CD.

• Acts should not be longer than 5 minutes.

• Students must sign up before auditions are held. Students must submit the “Audition Form” to their homeroom teacher so teachers can plan accordingly. A parent's signature is required.

• Costumes or a special appropriate outfit should be worn during auditions. Make sure you are PREPARED!

• There will be a MANDATORY DRESS REHEARSAL on MONDAY, MAY 22nd from 2:30-4:00 pm if you’re chosen to be part of the show.

• Those who are chosen to be part of the show may invite their parents and grandparents to see the show on Wednesday, May 24th at 1:00 in O’Brien Hall.

• Any questions or concerns, please contact Mrs. Cross at emickol@saintpaschal.com

Please click here for a flyer with discount ticket information for Waldameer Park.

Our monthly Romeo's Pizza Fundraiser is May 10.

Kits will be delivered via FedEx two weeks before the start of school.

Our PTO is offering the 1stDaySchoolSupplies program for 2023-2024. Enjoy hassle-free, pre-packaged, name brand school supply kits filled with the exact supplies requested by your child’s teacher. These kits are a cost effective and convenient way of purchasing your back-to-school supplies. Need a bookbag? Be sure to check out the add on items available!

Order Now --> https://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/kits.php?sid=83582

Questions? Contact Colleen Ockenden at CMOckenden@gmail.com.

We listened: no more hauling big boxes around at Meet Your Teacher...orders will be shipped directly to you so that you may bring your students labeled supplies at Meet Your Teacher on August 21. Orders are due by June 30.

We are asking that each family (mom, dad, grandma, etc.) choose at least two days to volunteer each time slot being 11:10 am-12:55 pm. There are many, many time slots open! We are so grateful for the help!

Kindergarten and anyone who would like to help is welcome to sign up for May/June.

This is a great way for you to interact with your child and his/her classmates during the school day! Recess Volunteers should arrive to school at 11:10 and check in at the office. Duties will include supervising students at recess, escorting the students to and from the school doors. Volunteers will be with one school staff member each day to help direct.

Remember that after your two volunteer time slots, you are done for the year, as each month is assigned to a different grade.

Thank you again for your time and service to the students and teachers of SPB! Simply click on the following link to sign up: Kindergarten

Please mark your calendars with the following dates when Extended Day WILL NOT be in session.

NO EXTENDED DAY:

June 2, 2023 (last day of school)

Diocesan Tuition Assistance Grant & Aid

Diocesan Tuition Assistance FAQs

Diocesan Assistance Brochure

FACTS Grant & Aid Information

Diocesan Tuition Assistance Timeline

Beaumont Summer Enrichment & Athletics Camps

Gilmour May 16 Information Session

Lake Catholic Cougar Cubs Club

Lake Catholic Junior Cougar Marching Band Program

NDCL Youth Football Camps

St. Edward Opportunities for 7th Grade Boys

St. Ignatius Summer Enrichment Program

St. Ignatius Summer Camps

VASJ Football Camp for 8th Graders-April 29

VASJ Youth Basketball Camps

Mayfield Rookie Sports Baseball

Mayfield Baseball Flyer & Registration

Mayfield Safety Town

Classroom Antics Summer Program

Camp Christopher Open House

Mayfield Lady Wildcats Sports Camp

Mayfield Fundamental Basketball Camp

Mayfield Stroke Clinic for Swimmers

Mayfield Summer Volleyball Camp

Mayfield Wildcat Football Camp

Mayfield Teen Camp

Xavier Summer Reading Enrichment Program

Cleveland NFL Alumni Summer Football Camps

Eastside Volleyball Club--Boys Volleyball

Lyndhurst Safe Sitters Class

Lyndhurst Safety Town