St. Viator Parish School

Come, Lord Jesus! Come! May this Advent be a time of deep renewal in my life, dear Lord. May it be a time in which I strive with all my heart to seek out Your gentle and profound voice. Give me the grace, dear Lord, to turn away from the many noises of the world that compete for my attention and to turn only to You and to all You wish to say. Come, Lord Jesus, come into my life more deeply during this Advent season.

Jesus, I trust in You.

For 34 years the St. Viator School Foundation finances capital improvement projects through one fundraiser each year -- our Annual Dinner & Auction. Proceeds from past year's event financed student iPads, Covid improvements, which included all new water fountains, safety plexiglass throughout the campus, etc. The Foundation also financed our beautiful library!

Each year, the Foundation honors individuals who have demonstrated exceptional service to the St. Viator Community. On February 25, 2023, we proudly welcome new members to our Hall of Fame:

Laura & Rene Alcaraz

Rosy & Paul Hartz

Christa & Todd Morse

Thank you for your generosity and continued support!

The St. Viator School Foundation began in 1988 as the official fundraising arm of St. Viator Parish School. A group of dedicated parents worked together with parish, school, and diocesan administrators to create a new revenue source – the Foundation – to fund future capital improvement projects on campus.

These forward-thinking parents organized the Foundation to hold one annual fundraiser – a dinner and auction. Funds would not be expended on projects until the Foundation account reached a threshold amount, which took twelve years. In fact, most of the children of the founding parents had graduated before the first Foundation projects were sponsored.

These families believed in the value of Catholic education and the importance of the St. Viator community. We share their sentiments.

As you can imagine It takes a lot of donated items as well as donated hours to successfully raise the money needed for our school. If you have items to donate or have contacts that you would like to share with the Foundation committee, please don't hesitate in contacting us. We are happy to pick up items or you can drop them off in the School or Parish Office.

If you are interested in serving on our committee, please join us in planning this wonderful event.

Please contact: Pat Ellis 702-499-4999, patellis@me.com

Spots are still available. Reserve yours now with Mrs. Alex at ralex@stviator.org. Progressive Dinner is scheduled on Saturday, December 3, 2022. Thank you for supporting St. Viator Foundation!

On December 5, 6 & 7 students will be visiting Santa's Workshop (In-School Holiday Shopping) for an opportunity to purchase little presents for their family and friends. Details will be in your child's yellow communication folder.

2nd Grade Community Outreach (formerly Homeless Lunch) is coming up on

Tuesday, December 6, 2022 in the cafeteria.

We will be assembling Care Kits for distribution at Catholic Charities.

Please help make our Care Kits complete by bringing JUICE BOXES.

These can be dropped in the office and any number of donations are appreciated!

CMG trained & fingerprinted adults are welcome to help. Please meet in the cafeteria for setup. Students arrive by 8:30 and we help them assemble the Kits. We are done by 9:30am at the latest.

Questions? Contact Laura Alcaraz at 702-858-2626 or alaura@gmail.com.

Calling all Saint Viator Families! The PTO invites you to join us for our first ever Winter Festival Open House on the SVS main campus. This event is a Classic Christmas themed Open House with:

Classroom Christmas Tree Showcase

Tree Lighting

Hot Chocolate

Ornament Making

Christmas Cookies

Fine Arts Presentation

Christmas Carolers

Christmas Shoppe

AND

Featuring a presentation of student written shows performed

by Team 101- Saint Viator’s Acting Program

This event is for St. Viator students and their families. There is no charge for this event.

Money is only necessary for the Christmas Shoppe - please bring cash or check.

Parents or guardians must be with their students at all times.

Please RSVP for this event.

Reserve your child's spot for a fun 3 days of CHRISTmas crafts, games, decorating gingerbread house and carols. Download the registration form below.

Attention:

Get your act together SVS moms and dads, volunteers, teachers, staff and alumni!

Acts forming now and we still need more.

For more information, contact svsschool@stviator.org and/or Joaquin Crame to confirm your act.

Sunday: November 27, 2022

• First Sunday of Advent

Monday: November 28, 2022

• Classes Resume
• Prayer & Flag by 4th Grade
• January Lunch Order Goes Home

Tuesday: November 29, 2022

• 8th Graders Only - Class of 2023 Class Photo (Uniform Polo with Blue Jeans)

Wednesday: November 30, 2022

• Liturgy Grades PreK-8 (Dress Uniform)
• Awards Assembly

• The Secret Garden at BGHS for Grade 8

Friday: December 2, 2022

• Minimum Day
• Staff Meeting
• January Hot Lunch Order Due