Hello 5th grade families! If you’re reading this, that means that you’ve found your way to St. Paul’s new website! Doesn’t it look fantastic?

A Christmas tradition in the middle school is our Secret Angel gift exchange. Students draw the name of one of their classmates and surprise this person with treasures and treats between December 1 and our last full day, December  21. Please limit the gift(s) total to $10. Some students provide smaller gifts more frequently (often one per week) while other students leave hints and give one a little bit larger gift. Either way, know that this is a lot of fun. 🙂

When we return after Thanksgiving break, please be looking for information about one more opportunity to help others in need:  In response to the novel The Family Under the Bridge, the Lutheran Junior Honor Society is collecting clothing, winter coats, hats, and gloves as well as toiletry items for Bob’s Under the Bridge, an organization that directly ministers to the homeless.

A few important reminders as we look forward to our return from Thanksgiving break:

1. Please check with your child to see if they’re in need of some school supplies refills. 
2. As we look to the beginning of a fresh start with Trimester 2, it’ll be super important that you’re checking in with your child to ensure they have a smooth transition. Please check Fast Direct for updates on assignments. 
3. It’s going to be cold! Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately for recess. 

Important Dates: 

• December 15th: 5-8 Christmas Project
• December 22nd: Half Day
• December 23-January 2nd: No school (Christmas Break)
• January 3rd: Progress Reports
• January 20/21st: Parent/Teacher Conferences