Charger Check-In
January 28, 2022
A Note from Ms. Owens
Congratulations to our 8th graders! Thursday afternoon they presented their Science Fair Projects to guest judges from St. Catherine as well as from area schools. St. Catherine students presented their research and experiments on a wide variety of topics including the measuring the effectiveness of different fishing lures, examining the impact of root systems on soil erosion, testing conductivity in electromagnetic fields, comparing the burn rate of different types of candles, and challenging the claim that bathroom wipes are flushable. I know some 8th graders were nervous about their presentations. We are so proud of them for the time, work and energy they put into their projects! The top six projects are listed below.
- An overview of the week's activities is available below.
- On Thursday, February 3, students will be treated to a pizza lunch from Barraco's courtesy of our fabulous FSA. If your child needs gluten-free pizza, please fill out the Google Form below by Monday so we can place the order. If your child does not like pizza, please send them with a different lunch.
A Bit More News
- There are two vaccination clinics happening in Oak Lawn on Saturday, January 29. The OL Public Library is hosting a Youth Vaccination Clinic for children ages 5-11. District 123 is hosting a Vaccination Clinic (adults and youth). Appointments are required. The fliers are posted near the bottom of this Check-In with the QR codes to register.
- Our FSA is sponsoring a Take & Bake Fundraiser at Home Run Inn in Beverly. All orders must be placed online no later than Wednesday, February 2. Pick-up dates are February, 7, 8 and 9. Scroll down for details and link.
- Check out the St. Patrick Day gear in the pop-up shop! The options and ordering are available below. Closes Tuesday, February 8.
- Dream Raffle season here! Information went home in Thursday's White Envelope and is also available below.
- If you know of an SCA family who owns a small business that we can publicize here to help support them, please reach out to me via email. Scroll down to see local businesses we can support.
Stay warm this weekend!
Peace,
Kristine Owens
A Cheat Sheet to Help with Getting the Right Test
CDPH Travel Advisory/Quarantine States - as of 1/25
- All unvaccinated individuals who travel to an orange state must provide proof of a negative Covid test in order to return to school.
- The test must be administered no more than 72-hours prior to return to Illinois.
- The test can also be administered once you have returned to Illinios.
- As of December 30, 2021, home administered tests are acceptable for travel. However, the test must have either Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) from the FDA or full approval from the FDA.
Celebrating Catholic Schools Week!
School familes can purchase tickets via the school. Send orders in with your child. Tickets will be sent home on Thursdays.
Covid Vaccination Information
If you or someone you know wants to get a vaccine, you will find a button below with easy-to-navigate information for Chicago, Cook County and surrounding counties.
Smart Tuition - Year End Statements
- Click on the link below and log into Smart Tuition account.
- Click on the Family Year End Statement button. (See screenshot below.)
The Sunday Collection
Visit the link below to set up your recurring contribution. Donors can change the amount of the contribution or pause it at any time.
Ways to Support Our Local Small Businesses
If you know of an SCA family who owns a small business that we can publicize here to help support them, please reach out to me via email.
So Many On-going Ways to Support St. Catherine!
Upcoming Events
Wednesday, February 2
- Deadline for Home Run Inn Take & Bake Fundraiser
Friday, February 4
- All-School Liturgy at 8:30AM (K-4)
Sunday, February 6
- All-School Family Mass (2nd grade hosting) at 9:30AM
- Deadline for Ordering St. Patrick Day Gear
Tuesday, February 8
- School Advisory Board Meeting at 7PM in Fr. Lion Center
Wednesday, February 9
- Early Wednesday Dismissal at 1PM (extended care available)
- School Spirit Dress Down Day
Thursday, February 10
- Early Dismissal at 1PM (extended care not available)
- Parent Teacher Conferences
Friday, February 11
- No School - Professional Development for Faculty
Friday, February 18
- No School - Gratitude Day
Monday, February 21
- No School - Presidents' Day
Thursday, February 24
- Graduation Picture Retakes
Friday, February 25
- All-School Liturgy at 8:30AM (5-8)
Saturday, February 26
- Day of the Spirit 8th Grade Retreat
About us
Website: www.scaoaklawn.org
Location: 10621 South Kedvale Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL, USA
Phone: 708-425-5547
Facebook: facebook.com/scaoaklawn/