Saint Gabriel School Weekly Newsletter for Parents
WEEK 30- April 19
Letter from Administration
Dear Parents/ Guardians,
Safety is very important to us here at St. Gabriel. Each year, we update our emergency preparedness plan in preparation for multiple types of emergencies. While we hope that we will never need these plans, we want to be ready. We work with the Kentucky Center for School Safety, Louisville Metro Police Department, and Fire Department to ensure our plans meet or exceed current safety standards for schools. We are proud that our seasoned LMPD resource officer identified our school as “one of the most secure buildings” he’s ever visited.
Here are some of the safety measures in place at St. Gabriel:
Welcome but vigilant staff who greet all visitors and direct them to the front office
Visitor sign in and escort protocol
All outer doors are locked with keyless entry systems
Reach Alert notification system for parents and staff
Emergency drills: fire (10 times per school year), tornado, earthquake, and lockdown (4 times per school year)
All classrooms are closed and locked during the instruction
Two-way radios for administrators and staff
Emergency response kits in every classroom
AED’s posted in all campus buildings
Over 50 cameras across campus
We have developed a safety committee with representatives from all campus departments who meet monthly to update our plan as needed and determine a campus-wide approach to address current challenges. Also, all campus staff are trained in CPR/ First Aid/ AED.
Here are some reminders for parents/guardians regarding their role during an emergency situation:
Reach Alert is our emergency notification system. Please make sure you are signed up to receive alerts.
Please make sure the office has updated contact information for you and emergency contacts.
Please do not come to campus until you are directed to do so. Lanes need to be clear for emergency personnel.
In case that law enforcement is involved, they will direct administrators and staff how to proceed.
Until the emergency is resolved, parents/ guardians will not be able to sign out their child until they are released.
Once an emergency is resolved, parents/ guardians will receive instructions on how to pick up their child if needed. Please be aware that in this case a picture ID will be needed.
The key to providing a safe environment is for all stakeholders to be vigilant at all times. Thank you for your support and partnership to maintain a safe environment for our children and families.
Have a blessed day,
Lara Krill
Principal
Spring MAP Testing
Spring MAP testing began April 10. Please make an extra effort to ensure your child arrives on time, eats breakfast, and has a snack on testing days. While MAP is only one snapshot of how your child is doing, it does provide valuable data to help teachers plan instruction to meet your child's learning needs and evaluate our academic program. NEW: Students may bring mints on their testing days (no gum or other candy).
STREAM Showcase
All families are invited to attend our annual STREAM Showcase on Wednesday, April 24 from 6-7 p.m. All K-8 students will have projects displayed. Also, families are invited to participate in hands-on activities and enjoy free pizza! Any student who attends may have a uniform break on Friday, April 26. As part of our sustainability initiative, please bring your own water bottle.
What is STREAM? It is an acronym that stands for Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Arts, and Math.
What kinds of activities will there be?
Art show
Robotics
Roller coaster simulations
Hydroponics
Tours of garden and green house
Scavenger hunt
Student Council Bake Sale
St.Gabriel will be holding our annual bake sale! We will be collecting donations April 22-26. Any student who donates a dozen (12) items will receive a Uniform break on May 1st. The sale will occur April 25-26, and every item will be 50 cents each. Students will also have a limit of four things they can buy per day. Thank you for your support of this event! -Student Council
Derby Days.pdfDerby Days
Parents/guests are invited to join us for our annual Derby Days celebration on May 2, 2024. See flyer for more information.
Talent Show
The Talent show will be Wednesday , May 1, 2024 from 1:15pm to 2:25pm
We're looking for talent!
Use the Sign Up Genius for your audition time
Tryouts will be held April 23 and 24 from 3:00pm to 4:00pm in the music room.
HIGHLIGHTS
Summer Camps
Looking for youth activities and camps for your kiddos this summer? Here is a list to get you started. Feel free to email Becca Thornton, Communications Director at bthornton@stgabriel.net with additional camp suggestions that have worked for your family in the past. This Google Doc will be updated as needed so check back for more ideas!
Don't forget to register for Saint Gabriel's Summer Camp! Now enrolling! Email cholt@stgabriel.net to register.
School Board Nominations
The mission of the Board is to support quality Catholic Education for all children of St. Gabriel School. We are looking for new members! For more information and to complete the nomination form, click here. Nominations are due by Monday, April 29, 2024. Selection of new School Board members will take place during the 10:00 a.m. mass on May 19, 2024.
FACTS Re-Enrollment
Re-enrollment is NOW OPEN! On 3/20 an email was sent with Re-enrollment instructions. If you did not receive an email, please first check your junk email folder. If you still do not see it, please reach out to us at schoolregister@stgabriel.net for help. Please note: Tuition Agreement, Bus Registration, and ASE will be part of this process.
As stated above, this is a requirement to be fully registered for the 2024-2025 School Year. Your child’s spot will not be guaranteed until this Re-enrollment has been submitted. This must be completed prior to April 12, 2024 in order to avoid late fees. If not completed by that time, the following late fees will be assessed:
• Between April 13, 2024 and May 10, 2024, we will assess a $50 late fee.
• Between May 11, 2024 and July 31, 2024, we will assess a $100 late fee.
• After July 31, 2024, we will assess a $200 late fee and your child will not be placed into a Homeroom for the 2024-2025 School Year.
Click here for More Information
Bingo Volunteers
Bingo is one of our largest fundraisers. Funds are used to offer tuition assistance and capital projects. A schedule for this year has been created to assist with staffing volunteers. Please sign up using NEW LINK: Sign Up Genius
Apr. 24, 25- Formation
May 1, 2- OPEN
May 8, 9- Formation
Are you planning to volunteer or attend a school event this year?
Field Trip chaperones and special event volunteers need to have a background check on file and have attended the Safe Environment Training. For more information, visit https://www.stgabriel.net/background. Not sure if we have your information? Contact background@stgabriel.net. To view upcoming Honor Thy Child trainings, visit https://www.archlou.org/about-the-archdiocese/archdiocesan-policies-guidelines-and-handbooks/restoringtrust/safe/. Background checks and safe environment training refresher must be completed every five years.
Save the Dates
April 19- Deadline for 8th grade scholarship applications
April 24- STREAM showcase
April 25-26- Student Council Bake Sale
May 1- Talent Show
May 2- Derby Days
May 6-10- Faculty/ Staff Appreciation Week
May 8- May Procession
May 8- Pep Rally
May 14- 8th Grade Graduation
May 2- Derby Days
May 21- Field Day
May 30- Class of 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 Reunion
From the PTSO
Did You Know?
PTSO Mother-Son Event
Calling all boys and their moms!
The Saint Gabriel PTSO Mother/Son event is right around the corner.
Join us for a fun day of bowling, games, pizza and more at The Main Event (12500 Sycamore Station Pl, Louisville, KY 40299)!
Tickets are $23 per person this year. Purchase by April 23. The first 250 who attend will get a special gift!
We hope to see you from 11am-3pm on April 27, 2024!
Register at https://bit.ly/SGMotherSon24
From the Parish
Vacation Bible School
Save the Dates! June 9-13, 2024
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