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Holy Spirit students pose in front of the Jefferson Memorial while visiting Washington, D.C. on the RCS summer bus trip to D.C. the last week of June.
"I....urge you to live in a manner worthy of the call you have received,
with all humility and gentleness, with patience,
bearing with one another through love,
striving to preserve the unity of the spirit through the bond of peace:
one body and one Spirit,
as you were also called to the one hope of your call;
one Lord, one faith, one baptism;
one God and Father of all,
who is over all and through all and in all." Ephesians 4:1-6
St. Paul's letter to the Ephesians provides a clear focus as our attention begins to turn to thinking about the 2018-2019 school year. We approach this school year with humility for all of our blessings, gentleness toward one another, patience through life's many trials, love- wanting what is best for each other, unity to grow closer to Christ as a learning and faith community committed to holiness, and peace- the peace we extend to each other in the hope of resolving conflicts that arise among us.
As one body and one Spirit, we are Holy Spirit Catholic School- a school committed to forming a community of compassionate disciples who work hard to develop their gifts and talents to promote the common good of all.
- We have started the project of painting our school- the bathrooms, the office, and the hallways- thank you to Amber Rolih, Mary Hust, Karen Swatosh, and all volunteers for transforming how our school looks and feels.
- We are ready to offer opportunities for students to learn Spanish- PREK through 8th grade.
- We are ready to implement a Classroom Patron Saint Program to emphasize models of faith and holiness as we strive to live the love of Christ in our daily lives.
- The finishing touches are being put on a House System to promote multi-grade interactions in worship, prayer, service, learning, and fellowship.
- Exploratory classes for 7th and 8th graders are being planned as we prepare to offer students opportunities to learn and interact with others in new ways.
On behalf of the teachers and staff of Holy Spirit Catholic School, thank you for your continued support of our school. We are very excited to begin this new year together with you- to learn and grow with you, to celebrate and discover with you, to pray and serve with you. Working together, in God's name, all things are possible!
A Parent's Prayer
Loving God,
You are the giver of all we possess,
the source of all of our blessings.
We thank and praise you.
Thank you for the gift of our children.
Help us to set boundaries for them,
and yet encourage them to explore.
Give us the strength and courage to treat
each day as a fresh start.
May our children come to know you, the one true God,
and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent.
May your Holy Spirit help them to grow
in faith, hope, and love,
so they may know peace, truth, and goodness.
May their ears hear your voice.
May their eyes see your presence in all things.
May their lips proclaim your word.
May their hearts be your dwelling place.
May their hands do works of charity.
May their feet walk in the way of Jesus Christ,
your Son and our Lord.
Amen.
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SCHOOL NEWS
Learn more about our school strategic plan to enhance academic instruction, community atmosphere, and faith formation.
Please plan on picking up your Meet the Teacher folders in the front entryway beginning on August 13th and ending August 17th. The entry will be open from 8:00am-4:00pm on these days. These folders have very important information, forms and HSA volunteer opportunities. Please fill out required forms and return on Meet the Teacher, August 23rd from 4:00pm-6:00pm. Thanks all!!
Please click here to read important information from our nurse concerning Health Plans. Thank you!
If your student will be in 7th or 8th grade, please click here to read very important health information for the annual Eagle Bluff trip that they will go on. If you students will need medication during this trip, the form is attached that will need to be filled out and returned along with the medication before the field trip takes place. Thank you.
If you require help for your child's lunches, please click here and fill out and return the application for free or reduced prices.
Please click here to read the summer newsletter and view our August and September lunch menu!
Please click here to read about how our lunchroom is manned by parent volunteers! Many volunteers are needed! Please fill out the form and return it during Meet the Teacher!
Please click here to read about our very important HSA sponsored fundraiser! Our annual Spaghetti Dinner, Silent Auction and Bake Sale!! Mark this date on your calendars and please plan to attend!
Please click here to read about the Snack Cart for 1st and 2nd grade students!
Please click here to read about the annual HSA sponsored "Milk and Muffins" on our first day of school!
Rochester Catholic Schools will offer Extended Day AM and PM programs for the 2018-19 school year for students in grades K-8 at all grade school sites. Our programs open at 6:30 am and close at 6:00 pm. Families may select from a variety of options, but students MUST first be enrolled to access the programs.
Please click here to learn more or to enroll in the School Age (K-8) Extended Day AM and PM program.
Staff will be secured based on the number of enrollees, so it is important that you indicate your needs by the deadline of May 4th. Please contact your school office with questions or concerns.
The RCS spirit shop carries the approved grade school quarter zip sweatshirts that students are able to wear at school. In addition, is the physical education (PE) shirt required for 7-10th grade students for PE class.
The store is located in the Athletic Wing of Lourdes High School for your shopping convenience or you can drop off your order forms at your school office.
Orders turned in by June 1st to your School Office will be delivered to your child at “Meet the Teacher and LHS Orientation Days” in August. Any orders received after June 1 will be available for pick-up in the Spirit Shop during LHS Orientation Days in August. If you would like your order earlier please contact the Spirit Shop at spiritshop@rcsmn.org
Click here to download the order form. Visit the Spirit Shop website to see photos and learn more!
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SYSTEM NEWS
Donald's Uniform (St. Paul, MN) will be hosting a summer uniform sale at Holy Spirit Catholic School (gymnasium) on Monday, July 30th from 4-7pm. Get outfitted for everything you need for the 2018-2019 school year!
Click here to learn more!
SYSTEM ACTIVITIES
Cross country is a fall sport for boys and girls in grades 7-12th.
Registration information will be available mid summer. Please watch the RCS website for updates.
A sports physical and MSHSL eligibility form is due upon registration.
Mayo Clinic is offering a walk in sports physical exam at DAHLC (3rd floor) on 7/28 8 am-11 am for $20.
Any questions, please contact Coach Katie Stinson at kstinson@rcsmn.org
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Holy Spirit Catholic School
5455 50th Ave. NW Rochester, MN 5590
(507) 288-8818 | rcsmn.org
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