SPB Family Newsletter
January 13, 2022
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.
Calendar of Events
MAP Testing-January 10-28
Monday, January 17
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day--No School
Tuesday, January 18
2021 Walk-a-thon T-Shirt Dress Down Day
GCCTM Grade 5 Practice--2:30-3:15 pm
Wednesday, January 19
School Mass--9:00 am
Honor & Harmony Program--Grade 5
X-STREAM Games Practice--2:30-3:30 pm
GCCTM Grade 6 Practice--2:30-3:15 pm
GCCTM Practice--Grades 7/8--2:30-3:15 pm
Thursday, January 20
Faculty Meeting--2:30-4:00 pm
Friday, January 21
End of First Semester/Second Quarter
Science Fair
A Note from the Principal
Dear SPB Families,
Priority registration/enrollment for the 2022-2023 school year has begun! Be sure to complete your registration/enrollment using our online system through Gradelink by Friday, February 5. We are so pleased by the number of families who have already taken advantage of online enrollment. Don't forget about our New Student Referral Program offering a $100 incentive to families who refer a new family to our school.
As an extra bonus, any families who complete online registration and submit their fees by the end of the day on Tuesday, January 25 will be entered into a drawing for $100 in Schoolbelles gift certificates! Why not check it off your to-do list this weekend and get in on a chance to win.
On Monday, January 17 we remember and celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. who worked for the just treatment of African-Americans. He spoke out courageously and taught us how to make changes through non-violent protest. We ask God to give us the courage to challenge injustice wherever we see it and to help us be open to all people.
Peace and blessings,
Diane Raguz, Principal
Enroll Me FAQS
Q: I don't believe I have a log in for Gradelink; how can I get one?
A: Email or call the school office and we will email it to you.
Q: Where can I find the "Re-enroll" tab?
A: Once you log into Gradelink, the "Re-enroll" tab appears along the left side. If it does not appear, be sure you are logged in under your parent account rather than the student account. Also, you must use a desktop or laptop device to complete the process; the mobile app will not allow re-enrollment.
Q: Once clicking on "Submit," are parents able to access the information to edit or to print documents?
A: If you believe you made an error, please email the school office and we will review the submitted information and make changes for you. Printing of documents is not an option in the system for parents at this time.
Q: Is my child's (grades 1-8) enrollment complete once I click on "Submit?"
A: Enrollment is not considered complete until the $225 registration fee is received by the office.
Q: Is my kindergartener's enrollment complete once I click on "Submit?"
A: The enrollment process is complete once you submit the $225 registration fee; however, all incoming kindergarteners must go through kindergarten screening before final acceptance.
Q: Is my preschooler's enrollment complete once I click on "Submit?"
A: The application process is complete once you submit the registration fee for the particular program in which you are interested; however, your enrollment is not complete until you receive an official acceptance (a hard copy) from the school office.
Q: Can I send one registration check for my preschooler and my K-8 students?
A: Please send one check for all students in K-8, and a separate check for preschool. You may submit them in the same envelope, but put the student name/s on each check.
Q: What if I change my mind about my tuition payment plan after submitting my enrollment?
A: Please email the school office and we will make changes for you.
Q: I have a new student to enroll at SPB; how do I add them?
A: Existing families that have children already in the school can add other children not currently enrolled. Because they are enrolling a new student, they will need to create a temporary registration account for registering the new student as the information for the new student is not yet in Gradelink. This is the same process that prospective families go through when enrolling their children. Keep in mind that the login credentials used to log into their Parent Portal will not work here.
Parents will log-in to their Parent Portal using their Gradelink login username and password.
They will then click the Re-Enroll tab on the left sidebar.
They will click the Have a new student to enroll? link at the top right of the page.
They will then follow the steps outlined in Enrolling a New Student.
Gr. 4 Ukuleles
STEM Club Mini Golf Course Construction
Indoor Recess Fun
MAP Testing Dates-January 10-28
At home, you can help to prepare your child by ensuring that he/she gets plenty of sleep each night and eats a nutritious breakfast each morning. Encourage your child to do his or her best on each test. The goal is for the testing to provide a detailed picture of what your child knows and is ready to learn--whether it is on, above, or below grade level--and to plan instruction accordingly.
New Student Referral Program
Registration for the 2022-2023 school year will take place soon, and we have already heard from some prospective families. Be sure you and they are aware of our New Student Referral Program. See the details below.
Creative Communications Poetry Awards
Saint Paschal Baylon Catholic School has some published poets! Twenty-nine of our junior high students have won the Creative Communications Poetry Award for poems created in English class and submitted to the national contest this past autumn. They will now be published in an anthology entitled A Celebration of Poets. Congratulations to our creative writers!
Gr. 7:
Lily Apelt, Jacob Bales, Caleb Gianzero, Maddy Herberth, Samantha Link, Maddie Mailer, Alex Metz, Daniel Pang, Marcello Parrotta, Sofia Parrotta, Avani Patel, Lilyana Reginelli, Erin Rossoll, Grace Taricska, Sierra Terman, Taylor Thomas, and Joshua Vogley
Gr. 8:
Angela Basic, Dria Duqum, Julia Fitzwater, Tony Fritzgerald, Nick Hayes, Bella Jarc, Maggie Kane, Lorelei Koeberer, Kaitlyn Pak, Libby Selby, Noah Spinos, Lauren Uzzo
Keeping the Faith Listening Sessions
All stakeholders are invited to participate in Listening Sessions for the Keeping The Faith Strategic Planning Initiative for the Diocese of Cleveland Elementary Schools!
Come and hear the change ideas that are being proposed by the Keeping the Faith Strategic Planning Committee for the Catholic Elementary Schools in the Diocese of Cleveland. Your feedback is important and will help keep our schools vibrant and strong for the future! We want to minimize exposure as we prioritize in-person learning at schools, so January meetings will be held virtually and will require pre-registration. NOTE: Previously scheduled in-person meetings have been postponed.For more information and to register for events, click HERE.
Preschool Open House
Kindergarten Sneak Peek and Gr. 1-8 (New Enrollment) Q & A
Do you know someone who might be interested in enrolling their child/ren in grades 1-8? We will have an open Q & A session with our administrative team. Please register for the event HERE. An email reminder will be sent to you a few days prior to the event. We encourage you to share this event with others who might be interested in enrolling in our school.
Playground Volunteers Needed-Grades 4, 3, 2
We are asking that each family (mom, dad, grandma, etc.) choose at least two days to volunteer each time slot being 11:15 am-12:50 pm. There are many, many time slots open! We are so grateful for the help!
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.
COVID-19 Volunteer Protocol: all recess volunteers are required to wear a mask when in the building.
Thank you again for your time and service to the students and teachers of SPB! Simply click on the following links to sign up: Grade 4. Grade 3, Grade 2
Camp Invention Information
Calling all parents! Become an official Camp Parent to help spread the word about Camp Invention® and earn FREE* program enrollment for your child this summer!
Saint Paschal Baylon Catholic School is partnering with the National Inventors Hall of Fame® to provide Camp Invention, a nationally acclaimed, weeklong STEM enrichment experience for children entering grades K-6 in our community, June 13-17, 2022.
As a Camp Parent, you’ll work with your local Director to:
- Promote your local program on social media
- Distribute flyers and promotional items around your community
- Bring the excitement of hands-on creativity to children in your area
If interested, please contact Moira Popelka, moirapopelka@gmail.com
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Ladies Guild News
Past, Present, and Future Ladies Guild Mass
OUR LADY OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT GUILD invites you to celebrate our annual Past, Present, and Future Mass on Sunday, January 9 at the 10:30 a.m. Mass. Reception to follow in the Eymard Room.
January Ladies Guild Meeting
Please join us for our next Ladies Guild Meeting on January 13 at 7pm in the Parlor Room of the church office. We are excited to plan for 2022!
What's in this week's folder?
Please return your child's communication folder to their homeroom teacher tomorrow.
Mayfield High School Scheduling & Registration Night
Please let me know if there are any questions!
Kindly,
Pam Bobinski
Mayfield High School
School Counselor
Class of 2022 & 2026
440-995-6754
Saint Paschal Baylon Catholic School
Email: office@saintpaschal.com
Website: www.saintpaschal.com
Location: 5360 Wilson Mills Road, Highland Heights, OH, USA
Phone: (440) 442-6766
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