DeSales Parent Connection
June 14, 2023
FACTS - Tuition Payment System at DeSales
All families are asked to please create your FACTS account using this link below.
Create your FACTS Account Here
We have partnered with FACTS Management Company to manage our tuition payment program beginning with the 2023-2024 school-year. We are excited to be working with them and are confident this program will offer greater efficiency while providing convenience to families.
Preschool & Kindergarten End of the Year Ceremonies
Thursday, June 15th- Ms. Scirto PK 1:30pm in the DeSales Cafeteria
Friday, June 16th- Mrs. Chase PK-4 9:30am in the DeSales Cafeteria
Friday, June 16th- Kindergarten 9:30am in the DeSales Gym
HSA Meeting
Tonight, June 14th
DeSales Cafeteria at 7:00pm.
Just for attending you will be entered into a raffle to win a prize. Your student will also earn a dress down day (date to be announced at the meeting).
No babysitter? No problem, bring the kids with you. We will have an area where they can do quiet activities. We look forward to seeing everyone!
Early Dismissal
Friday, June 16th
Early Dismissal:
Kindergarten - 8th Grade dismisses at 10:50am
Preschool will dismiss at 11:30am
Juneteenth - No School
Monday, June 19th- School will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.
Field Day Information
Extra Field Day T-Shirts
We have a very limited number of extra Field Day shirts. They are $8 and will be available on a first come first serve basis only at the HSA meeting tonight. Cash or check (exact change appreciated).
Field Day Grades 1-5
Our HSA has so many fun activities planned for our students. They are looking for a few volunteers to help run games. If you are interested in being part of the fun, please sign up using the sign up genius below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040E48A4A723A5F85-2023
Update: Mark's pizza will be provided for students lunch. Kids are no longer required to bring in bagged lunches unless they would like.
Middle School Field Day 6-8
Our Middle School Students (grades 6-8) will head to the Country Club for part of their Field Day. We are in search of volunteers to help. Please sign up using the sign up genius below:
St. Francis Society Applications
Students in 6th or 7th grade are eligible to join the Middle School DeSales Volunteer Organization, The St. Francis Society. Applications are due by Friday, June 16th! If you child is interested, they should see Mrs. Fraass or Mrs. Knuutila to get an application.
Summer Reading
Please use the link below for information regarding the required summer reading for students entering grades 5-8.
School Supply Lists
DeSales Swim Team
Interested in learning more about the swim program at DeSales?
We have an awesome team, amazing coaches and we have a ton of fun! To find out more information please reach out to us by calling or texting Cally Couturier @ 716-940-1815 or by emailing at dcsswimteam@yahoo.com. To pre-register please use this link. We look forward to hearing from you!
DeSales Baseball Grades 6-8
Is your child (grades 5, 6, 7 & 8) interested in playing DeSales Baseball in the Fall?
If so, please contact Volunteer Baseball Coach Zach Bohlman via email Zachsdoors@mail.com
Cafeteria Menus
GOLF REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
Join us at the Lockport Town & Country Club for this year's DeSales Teacher Appreciation Golf Tournament on Monday, July 31st.
Chaired by DHS alumni, Brian Costello '80 this event features:
- Four-person Scramble Format
- Complimentary Beverages on the Golf Course
- Golfers Game Pack which includes two mulligans, putting contest, Ulrich Signs Ball Drop and skill contests
- Exciting Bucket-Truck Ball Drop Raffle - Sponsored by Ulrich Sign Company
- Split Club & Basket Raffle
- Great Gifts, Prizes and Awards
Proceeds from this event benefit the dedicated teachers at DeSales!
Show your support for DeSales and Catholic Education by joining us as a golfer, sponsor or basket donor!
SAVE $20 by registering before 7/15!!
Virtus Workshop
Central Niagara Catholic Family will be hosting a Protecting God's Children Workshop at All Saints Parish on Saturday August 19th beginning at 9:30am in the Parish Hall.
Please use the following link to register for one of the 30 spots available: https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/reg_list2.cfm?theOrgID=16003&theme=0
Challenger Learning Center Summer STEM Camps
The Challenger Learning Center of Lockport is offering summer camps! Lego camp, Bots for Beginners,, Mad Science, Drone Camp and so much more. To learn more or register your child, please visit: https://www.clclockport.org/summer-camps.html
Cardinal O’Hara High School’s Summer Camp
O’Hara Camps: Openings exist at Cardinal O’Hara High School’s new summer camps. Summer Academy, a mix of science, arts, sports and fun 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. July 31 to Aug. 4. $225 includes lunch.
Cheerleading Clinic, 9 a.m. to noon July 24 and 25 with O’Hara’s cheerleading coaches. $25.
Co-Ed Basketball, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 17 to 21. Taught by Brian Legge, boys varsity basketball coach. $200, includes lunch.
Archery, 10 a.m. to noon June 27 to 29. Learn the basics of archery from Sam Harmon, certified archery instructor. $75.
For more information, email Renee Orrr, rorr@cardinalohara.com or call 716-695-2600, ext. 312