School Newsletter Week 22

St. Simon the Apostle Catholic School
“Open Our Hearts, Lord”
11019 Mueller Road • St. Louis, MO 63123 • 314-842-3848 FAX 314-849-6355
February 5, 2016 Newsletter
St. Simon School Website
Virtue for February - Cooperation
Calendar
Friday, February 5
• Book Fair in the Dominican Room 8 am - 11 am
• Student Appreciation Day - Student Dress Down
• Talent Show 1:00 pm
Saturday, February 6
• St. Simon hosting the Bellermine Speech Meet
Monday, February 8
• Gym CLOSED 3 - 11 pm for STUCO Mardi Gras
set-up
Tuesday, February 9
• NO all school 8:15 Liturgy today (see Wed 2/10)
Wednesday, February 10
• 10:00 am Liturgy (4th)/Bury the Alleluia
• Ash Wednesday
• NOON DISMISSAL
• Fish Fry
Thursday, February 11
• NO all school 8:15 Liturgy today (see Wed 2/10)
• Valentine parties K-1-2 from 2 pm to 2:45 pm
• Valentine treat bags for 3-4-5-6-7-8
• Art Club 3 - 4:40 pm
Friday, February 12
• NO SCHOOL due to Faculty Retreat
Sunday, February 14
• Parish Mission NO MEETINGS/SPORT EVENTS
Monday, February 15
• NO SCHOOL President’s Day
• Parish Mission NO MEETINGS/SPORT EVENTS
Tuesday, February 16
• Parish Mission NO MEETINGS/SPORT EVENTS
• 8:15 am Liturgy (2-1)
• NO CHOIR PRACTICE
Wednesday, February 17
• Parish Mission NO MEETINGS/SPORT EVENTS
Thursday, February 18
• Parish Mission NO MEETINGS/SPORT EVENTS
• 8:15 am Liturgy (2-2)
• School Chapel adoration
• NO ART CLUB
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Principal’s News
“Open Our Hearts, Lord”
This week we celebrated Catholic Schools Week. The
students honored those that help to make our school a
wonderful place to learn. Thank you parents, staff,
volunteers, teachers, priests, and religious. It takes a
village to raise a child. We appreciate you being part
of our village.
We also celebrated those that were our Enthusiasm
virtue award recipients. The students amaze me every
day with their growth in trying to live out the virtues.
Here are the recipients of the award:
K-1
K-2
1-1
1-2
2-1
2-2
3-1
3-2
4-1
4-2
Bella F.
Finn L.
Luca P.
Elizabeth W.
Jillian R.
Eloise S.
Mia L.
Alyson K.
Rebecca S.
Annie D.
5-1 Tommy C.
5-2 Lizzie S.
6-1 John W.
6-2 Olivia S.
7-1 Kate W.
7-2 Tony H.
8-1 Sean E.
8-2 Katie F.
Faculty/Staff: Fr. Brad
Looking forward to next week, Lent begins on
Wednesday. We will have Mass at 10:00 A.M. on Ash
Wednesday and will not be attending Mass on
Tuesday and Thursday next week. Wednesday is also
a NOON DISMISSAL day. We are in need of last
year’s palms for our palm burning on Tuesday,
February 9. Please send them in with your children.
Also, on Tuesday, we will have our Mardi Gras
carnival.
Please keep our teachers in your prayers. While the
students are off on Friday, February 12, the teachers
participate in their retreat day.
Open Our Hearts, Lord,
Mrs. Hiatt
Registration for the 2016-2017 School Year
A registration form and information regarding
tuition and annual fees was sent home today with
each child. Your Registration form along with your
2016-2017 Financial Commitment form are
requested to be returned to the school office on or
before Monday, February 29. If you have a child to
be enrolled in the 2016-2017 Kindergarten class
(Class of 2025), please call the school office for a
Kindergarten registration form to be sent home or a
form can be picked up in the school office. Parents
of NEW Kindergarten students for the 2016-2017
school year will have a parent meeting in church on
Thursday, February 25 at 7:00 pm. If you have any
questions please contact Susan Wrablik at 842-3848,
ext. 200.
VALENTINE CANDY-GRAM'S FOR SALE!!!
Send a special message to your favorite teacher, best
friend or entire class. Parents send a special candygram to your kiddo's. The Class of 2016 is selling
Valentine's Candy Grams for $1 each and will
deliver to classrooms on Thursday, February 11th.
Attached order forms are due by Tuesday, February
9th. Checks can be made payable to St. Simon 8th
Grade. If you have any questions please e-mail
Nicki Wobbe at wobbe@sbcglobal.net. Thanks so
much for supporting the Class of 2016!
Jump Rope for Heart
The Jump Rope for Heart donation envelopes were
given to the students on Tuesday, February 2, 2016.
Jump Rope for Heart will be the week of March 1417, and will be held during P.E. classes. Please
return donation envelopes to the school office by
Friday, March 11, 2016.
Hoops for Heart
The Hoops for Heart donation envelopes were given
to the students on Wednesday February 3, 2016.
Hoops for Heart will be Thursday, March 17, 2016,
and will be held during P.E. classes. Please return
donation envelopes to the school office by Friday,
March 11. 2016. Hoops for Heart teams are due
March 11, 2016. Teams can consist of 3-4 students
and must wear the same color T-shirts.
2016 St. Simon CYC Athletics
Baseball/Softball Registration
Track Registration
NOW OPEN
Baseball/Softball is for all children of the Parish
Pre-K - Kdg (4 years old as of May 1, 2016) through
8th grade. Boys interested in South County CYC
High School baseball are also encouraged to register
through St. Simon. Complete registration at:
www.ezrosters.com/stl-stsimon
ONLY check the “open player” box if your child
plays on another baseball/softball team that is not
CYC.
Track is all children of the Parish. Kdg through 8th
grade. Events consist of eight running events from
50 to 1600 meters, including two relays and five
field events. Registrations must be completed online
at: www.ezrosters.com/stl-stsimon
CYC TEAMS FOR ST. SIMON NEED TO BE
DETERMINED AND THE ARCHDIOCESE
NOTIFIED BEFORE MARCH. THEREFORE,
REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE FEBRUARY 9,
2016.
2016 St. Simon Fish Fry
Sponsored by the Madonna Guild
Ash Wednesday, February 10
4:00-7:00 PM
Dessert donations are greatly appreciated! There
will be a collection at morning drop off on
Wednesday, February 10. The Fish Fry Committee
members will take your donated desserts from you
while you stay in your car. Desserts will also be
accepted at the school office (NOON DISMISSAL)
and Simon Says. These donations help the St. Simon
Fish Fry be successful every year, THANK YOU in
advance for your donations.
Those students that bring a dessert donation will be
able to dress down on Wednesday, February 24.
SAVE THE DATE......... SAT., APRIL 9, 2016
ST. SIMON PROGRESSIVE DINNER
Details coming soon!
“Divine Mercy in the Gospels”
A powerful Parish Mission presentation
February 14 - 18, 2016 at 7:00 pm
St. Simon the Apostle will be presenting a parish
mission entitled: “Divine Mercy in the Gospels.” In
our busy world, with numerous things pulling us in
every direction, how do we keep our focus? How
can we find peace and joy through real, personal,
intimate encounters with Himself! This parish
mission is designed to help us to grow in our
relationships with Jesus, to come to know Him more
personally and intimately through our sacramental
encounters with Him, and to come to know the
depths of His Mercy toward us.
The mission will be presented from Sunday through
Thursday, February 14 - 18 at 7:00 pm with
Eucharistic Adoration from 6:00 - 7:00 pm. The
mission conference will last no more than one hour
and fellowship will follow in the LCH.
A “parish mission” is a special event for Catholics in
which EVERYONE is invited to take part in several
days of activity and prayer, all focusing on their
coming to a better understanding of the Faith. A
mission is conducted by a guest priest who speaks
on topics directed toward key aspects of faith
applied to life issues. Those who attend a parish
mission often experience a spiritual renewal,
bringing about a deeper love for God, a more firm
commitment to the Faith, and a revitalization of
their personal relationships.
For our parish mission, St. Simon has invited a
priest from The Fathers of Mercy. For over 200
years this congregation of priests has evangelized
and strengthened the faith of parish communities
through their exciting form of preaching that is
powerful, thought-provoking and points us to God’s
Great Mercy. The missionary will be preaching each
evening as well as celebrating the 8:15 am Mass,
Monday through Thursday.
The Father of Mercy hope to enrich the faith of all
who attend and to give them a more clear
understanding of what the Church teaches and
WHY. The conferences are for those who are
already devout, as well as those who may be
doubtful. For people who are not Catholic, or who
are unclear about what it is that Catholics really
believe, the parish mission is an exciting way to
receive a clear presentation of the Catholic faith.
Parents, please encourage your children, especially
your teens, on the importance of attending this
parish mission, even as you set an example for them
by your own attendance. Additionally, it is hoped
that everyone will be sure to bring along a friend or
relative who might not otherwise intend to go alone.
The priest conducting this mission will be Fr. Ben
Cameron, CPM
In order to help you grow in holiness, this priest
desires you to come to meet Christ in His
Sacraments and in your neighbor. To help fulfill
your desire for more intimacy with God, as well as
to provide an opportunity for the Sacrament of
Reconciliation, priests will be available for
confessions each night of the parish mission.
The Fathers of Mercy associate their work at parish
missions with a scripture passage taken from the
Gospel of St. John, in which Jesus speaks to those
who desire to be His followers.
Jesus turned, and saw them following, and
said to them, ‘What do you seek?’ And they
said to Him, ‘Rabbi’ (which means “teacher”),
‘where are You staying?’ He said to them,
‘Come and see’. (John 1:38-39)
St. Simon Parish and The Fathers of Mercy
welcome all to attend this dynamic parish mission.
Please mark the dates on your calendar and come
learn more about the Infinite Mercy of our God “Divine Mercy in the Gospels.”
NOTE:
THERE WILL BE NO BINGO, MEETINGS OR
ATHLETIC GAMES/PRACTICES DURING THE
PARISH MISSION - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14
STARTING AT 7 PM THROUGH THURSDAY,
FEBRUARY 18.
Hip, Hip, Hooray !!!!!!! for 2015 Alum
Four of the girls, from the Class of 2015, who attend
Ursuline Academy achieved Academic Honors in
their first semester!
First Honors:
Danielle N.
Reilly S.
Muiren T.
Second Honors:
Ashley M.
In addition to the girls' hard work, this is a huge
testament to the wonderful preparation provided by
the teachers at St. Simon! St. Simon Teachers,
THANK YOU!
Parish mission
“Divine Mercy in the Gospels”
Sunday – Thursday, February 14-18 7:00-8:00 pm
St. Simon the Apostle Catholic Church
During the mission, the people of the parish will gather each
evening for a series of presentations on the
Infinite Mercy of God, as shown to us in the Gospel of St. Luke:

Ask for Mercy: The Prodigal Son

Be Merciful to Others: The Good Samaritan

Confidence in Mercy: The Sinful Woman

The Cross: Wellspring of Infinite Divine Mercy
preached by Fr. Ben Cameron, C.P.M.
of
Fathers of Mercy
For more information, please contact Deacon David Camden at 314-842-3848
2016 St. Simon Fish
Fry
Sponsored by the Madonna Guild
Ash Wednesday &
Good Friday
(February 10th and March 25th)
4:00-7:00 PM
Dessert donations are greatly appreciated! There will be a collection at drop off Wednesday, February 10th. Desserts will also be accepted at the school office and Simon Says. These donations help the St. Simon Fish Fry be successful every year, THANK YOU in advance for your donations. Those students that bring a dessert donation will be able to dress down on Spirit Dress Down Day on February 24th. Hush puppies back by popular demand this year!
All entrees include 2 sides, dessert and a drink. (Drink is
dine in only)
Senior Discount offered again this year!!
Cash, Check and Credit Card
accepted.
Please contact Erin Lawrence at 314-565-7101 with questions.
Cost per candy-gram $1 each. Please include cash or check made payable to St. Simon 8th Grade.
Total: _______________
Amount Paid: _________________
HAPPY VALENTINE’S
DAY!!!!
TO: _________________________________________________
GRADE/TEACHER: _______________________________________________
FROM: _________________________________________________________
MESSAGE:
__________________________________________________________________
HAPPY VALENTINE’S
DAY!!!!
TO: _________________________________________________
GRADE/TEACHER: _______________________________________________
FROM: _________________________________________________________
MESSAGE:
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
HAPPY VALENTINE’S
DAY!!!!
TO: _________________________________________________
GRADE/TEACHER: _______________________________________________
FROM: _________________________________________________________
MESSAGE:
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Thank you for supporting the Class of 2016!!!
__________________________________________________________________
Show your Bulldog spirit
And
Support the Class of 2016
Front
Back
Purchase a Bulldog Spirit Bottle For
$5.00
Refills of soda and water in the spirit bottle for $0.50 each
From the Concession Stand during
the 2015 –2016 School Year
Name________________________________
E-Mail_______________________________
Teacher _____________________________
Quantity___________
Please enclose Payment—Checks Should Be Made to St.
Simon 8th Grade
Orders will be processed each week on Friday and delivered to School to be
sent home on Monday
2016 ST. SIMON CYC ATHLETICS
BASEBALL/SOFTBALL REGISTRATION
Registration for the 2016 baseball/softball season is now open. All children of the Parish Pre-K
(4 years old as of May 1, 2016) through 8th grade are encouraged to register. Boys interested
in South County CYC High School baseball are also encouraged to register through St. Simon.
Complete registration at www.ezrosters.com/stl-stsimon.
CYC teams for St. Simon need to be determined and the Archdiocese notified before March.
Therefore, registration will close February 9, 2016.
NEW USERS
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Click on the “Parents” link and a log in screen will appear.
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Enter your email in the top box. Do not enter a password on this screen.
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Click on the “Create Account” link.
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You will then be guided through the entire registration process.
IMPORTANT NOTES
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ONLY check the “open player” box if your child plays on another baseball/softball team that
is not CYC.
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Registration fees: 1 child = $75, 2 children = $110, 3 or more children = $125.
At the moment, we have the CYC athletic registration fees for 7 other South County
parishes and our St. Simon Athletic Fees are the LOWEST among all of them.
Concession stand deposit: Separate check for $100 to be submitted with the registration
check. This check will be shredded at the end of the sport season unless you fail to work
your scheduled concession stand shift.
If you have any questions about baseball/softball, please contact one of the following Lay
Directors
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PreK – 2nd grade: Dominic DeClue (314) 686-9271 or domdeclue2@yahoo.com
Softball 3rd – 8th grades: Michael Lampe (314) 892-2588 or osooners@prodigy.net
Baseball 3rd – 8th grades: Rich Kinkade (314) 843-8923 or richkinkade@yahoo.com
! High School Boys: Rich Kinkade (314) 843-8923 or richkinkade@yahoo.com
If you have questions regarding registration or there are financial considerations which may
prevent your child from being able to participate in St. Simon sports, please contact St.
Simon’s Athletics through email at stsimonsports@gmail.com.
GO BULLDOGS!!
2016 ST. SIMON CYC ATHLETICS
TRACK REGISTRATION
Registration for the 2016 track season is now open. All children of The Parish, Kindergarten through 8th
grade, are encouraged to register. Events consist of eight running events from 50 to 1600 meters,
including two relays and five field events.
Running events are 50m dash (6 and under), 100m dash (6 and under, 7&8, 9&10, 11&12, 13&14),
200m dash (6 and under, 7&8, 9&10, 11&12, 13&14), 400m dash (7&8, 9&10, 11&12, 13&14), 800m
run (7&8, 9&10, 11&12, 13&14), 1600m run (9&10, 11&12, 13&14), 400m relay (7&8, 9&10, 11&12,
13&14), and 800m relay (7&8, 9&10, 11&12, 13&14).
Field events are softball throw (6 and under, 7&8), standing long jump (6 and under, 7&8, 9&10), high
jump (9&10, 11&12, 13&14), 6 pound shot put (9&10), 8 pound shot put (11&12, 13&14), running long
jump (11&12, 13&14).
All of these age groupings are based on a 6/30/15 birth date. Registrations must be completed online at
www.ezrosters.com/stl-stsimon.
NEW USERS
• Click on the “Parents” link and a log in screen will appear.
• Enter your email in the top box. Do not enter a password on this screen.
• Click on the “Create Account” link.
• You will then be guided through the entire registration process.
IMPORTANT NOTES
• Registration fees are $35 per child.
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Practices will be held at St. John Vianney High School on 4/2, 4/9**, 4/16, 4/23, and (5/14 if
necessary for any athlete who qualifies for finals) from 11:00am – 12:00pm (weather permitting).
**The only practice time change to the above is on 4/9. Practice will be from 12:00pm to
1:00pm. We may hold other practices at a local track or St. Simon; time and place TBD if
necessary.
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The CYC Preliminary Meet is at St. Dominic High School May 7th. Participation in the preliminary
meet is mandatory in order to qualify and participate in the finals meet.
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The CYC Finals Meet is at Trinity Catholic High School May 21st for any athlete who participates
and qualifies for finals at the preliminary meet on May 7th.
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If you have any questions about the track season, please contact Matt Hanford at (314) 420-0573
or Matthewhanford@yahoo.com.
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If you have questions about registration or there are financial considerations which may prevent
your child from participating in St. Simon sports, please contact St. Simon’s Athletics through email
at stsimonsports@gmail.com.
GO BULLDOGS!!