Principal's Newsletter
From the Desk of Ms. Clark
November 7, 2019
Dear Parents,
Our mission at St. Katharine Drexel Catholic School is to form Catholic leaders through academic excellence, personal discipline, and Christian service. Our school is an extension of the parish communities where our students are taught to carry out the mission of their own parish and of the universal church in order to grow into Catholic leaders. Saint Katharine Drexel imparts the knowledge of our Catholic faith and the responsibility of giving witness to our beliefs in all that we do.
Family and school represent the primary environments in which our young children grow and develop, and at Saint Katharine Drexel, we value your parental involvement. The foundation for good parent-teacher relationships includes frequent and open communication, mutual respect, and a clear understanding of what is best for each individual child.
Thank you for attending Parent-Teacher Conferences today and tomorrow. As always, I am grateful for your constant support for Catholic education and the mission of Saint Katharine Drexel Catholic School. Let us ask God for the strength and courage to live our Catholic faith and to carry Christ’s mission into the lives of our children- creating Catholic leaders and ultimately equipping saints!
God’s blessings,
Ms. Clark
Veteran's Day Celebration
Please join us for our annual Veterans Day Celebration when we will honor those who have served our country and fought for our freedom! If you have a relative who is veteran and he/she would be able to join us, please call the office. Our celebration will begin at 10am on Thursday, November 14th.
Re-Registration
Re-registration for the 2020-2021 school year has begun. Each youngest and only child has received a letter explaining the process along with the Re-Registration form. Register before Thanksgiving and it is only $50 per family AND your family will be entered in a drawing to win VIP seats for Carol Night and the Passion Play!
November Service Jean Day
Mardi Gras Gala March 27
Mark your calendar for Friday, March 27 from 7-11pm for the fourth annual SKD Gala! This fun filled evening for parents and friends of Saint Katharine Drexel will consist of dinner, dancing, cocktails as well as live and silent auctions. The proceeds of our fundraising efforts will directly benefit the children of SKD. For more information, visit the Gala website https://skdschoolgala.weebly.com/
Lost and Found
PLEASE remember to label all student items with their names: lunch boxes, coats, sweat shirts, and sweaters. Items are always being found, and labeling will help find its rightful owner! Thank you in advance for your help! If your child is missing something, please have him or her check our Lost and Found box located in the school lobby.
Healthy Hands, Healthy Heart
Fall is here, and with the cool breeze comes the unfortunate cold and flu! If your child is sick, please keep him or her home. Please remind your child to always remember to wash his or her hands. Studies have proven that hand washing (next to the flu shot) is the BEST way to avoid colds and flu. A healthy diet and sleep also keep your immune system going, so be sure that your child gets plenty of rest!
Student Safety First
Please enter the morning drop-off car line with caution. The morning drop off is an express line; parents may not stop and get out of their cars. Students must exit from the PASSENGER SIDE only. Students MUST be ready to exit the car once pulling into the car line drop-off in order to eliminate back-up traffic. DO NOT DRIVE OUT OF THE CAR LINE. PLEASE WAIT FOR THE LINE TO MOVE SLOWLY TO EXIT.
If you need to bring your child into the school building, you MUST park your car in the front of the school and enter through the main school entrance. You must report to the office. No cars are permitted to park or idle in front of the school in the fire lane.
Late Arrivals
Please make every effort to get your child to school on time. This teaches our students respect and courtesy along with an understanding of the importance of being on time. When a child is late, it disrupts the morning routines of the classroom and often the child becomes overwhelmed.
Health and Wellness Policy Reminder
Free Money for Our School
Please be sure to participate in the following to help raise "free" money for our school:
- Box Tops for Education
- Giant Rewards
- Smile Amazon
- Shoparoo
Parent Association News
Important Dates to Remember
11/8: NO SCHOOL/ Parent-Teacher Conferences
11/14: Veteran's Day Celebration 10am
11/15: Service Jean Day- Adopt a School
11/18: Saint Bede's Thanksgiving Food Drive
11/21: Good Time Ticket Jean Day
11/22: Spirit Jean Day
11/25: Community Homeroom
11/26: Picture Retake Day
11/27: 11:45am Dismissal
11/28: NO SCHOOL, Happy Thanksgiving
11/29: NO SCHOOL
12/1: Lunch with Santa
12/2: NO SCHOOL
12/4: Saint Bede's Gift Giving Mass
12/5: Christmas Village
12/6: Mass 9am, End of the 1st Trimester
About Us
Email: advancement@skdschool.org
Website: skdschool.org
Location: 1053 Holland Road, Southampton, PA, United States
Phone: 215-357-4720
Facebook: facebook.com/SKDSchool/
Twitter: @skdschool