Charger Check-In
December 8, 2023
A Note from Ms. Owens
This is such a special time in our Catholic faith. We are in the season of Advent as we prepare for the coming of the Saviour, Friday marks the Feast of the Immaculate Conception and is a Holy Day of Obligation, and December 13 is the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. There are so many opportunities for your family to slow down and celebrate our shared faith. I hope you are able to make the time for this.
Our next Early Dismissal Wednesday is December 13. The faculty and staff will gather for a Christmas celebration. In order to allow our extended care staff to attend, there will be no extended care available that day. The tentative school calendar has been updated to reflect this change regarding extended care.
- Make a Comfy Space for Quiet Time (geared to 2-5 year olds)
- Cozy Spots are for Grown Ups, Too!
- How to Create a Cozy Spot for Kids Anywhere
A Bit More News...
- Families with students playing winter sports, there are still game dates with no coverage for parent volunteers. Here is the sign up for dates.
- This Sunday, December 10 at 1PM, school families are invited to help decorate our church as we prepare for Jesus' birthday. Scroll down for more information!
- On Thursday, December 21 at 2:45PM, Mr. Caffee is inviting SCA students to join him in caroling to homebound St. Catherine parishioners. Parents/guardians are needed to help drive students to the various homes.
- S&T Order Forms went home in last week's white envelope. Forms and payment are due back by Tuesday, December 12. Vouchers will be sent home on Thursday, December 14
- Chargers United will meet on Monday, December 11 in Kane Hall at 7PM. All are welcome.
- 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.
Christmas Wreaths & Sprays Available for Sale
Our wonderful FSA has some extra Christmas wreaths and items available for sale from their wreath fundraiser.
They still have the following available:
- 4 Wintergreen Sprays
- 3 Wintergreen Wreaths
- 1 Candlelit Centerpiece
- 4 Classic Sprays
- 2 Victorian Sprays
- 5 Cranberry Sprays
- 1 25 ft garland
Item photos and prices are below.
Contact Katie McCarthy if you are interested -- 773.636.8726. Items can be picked up locally and paid for by cash, check or Venmo.
Thank you very much for your help!
The Season of Advent Has Arrrived!
Sunday, December 3 marked the first Sunday of Advent. As a people of faith, this season marks a time for us to prepare our homes, our hearts and our relationships for the birth of the Saviour. I encourage you to browse through some of the links below for ideas of how your family can mark and celebrate the season of Advent.
- 5 Advent Activities for Children (from A Catholic Mom's Life)
- 10 Meaningful Advent Traditions for Catholic Families (from Catholic Icing)
- Advent Ideas for Catholic Families (from Catholic Sprouts)
- Advent Activities for All (from Loyola Press; scroll for family activities)
Email Sandra Bustamante
Email Theresa Ready
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.
This law firm is owned, in part, by an SCA family.
This residential/commercial landscaping and commercial snow removal company is owned by an SCA family.
So Many On-going Ways to Support St. Catherine!
Upcoming Events
Friday, December 8
- All-School Liturgy at 8:30AM
Sunday, December 10
- All-Parish Family Mass at 9:30AM - 7th grade hosting
Wednesday, December 13
- Early Dismissal Wednesday at 1PM - extended care NOT available
- School Spirit Dress Down Day (no donation)
Friday, December 15
- All-School Liturgy at 8:30AM
Monday, December 18
- Chargers United at 7PM in Kane Hall
Tuesday, December 19
- 7th & 8th Grade Field Trip
Wednesday, December 20
- Christmas Concert (Grades K-4) at 1:15PM & 7PM
Friday, December 22
- All-School Liturgy at 8:30AM
- Early Dismissal at 11:30AM - no lunch; extended care NOT available
Monday, January 8
- School resumes
About us
Website: www.scaoaklawn.org
Location: 10621 South Kedvale Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL, USA
Phone: 708-425-5547
Facebook: facebook.com/scaoaklawn/