St. Anthony of Padua

As we eagerly anticipate the arrival of the Accreditation Committee in just a little over a week, we reflect with immense pride on the remarkable journey our school has undertaken since opening its doors in 2020. The collective efforts of our dedicated faculty, staff, students, and parents have played a pivotal role in our accomplishments. With confidence and excitement, we stand well-prepared to showcase the vibrant and nurturing community that is St. Anthony. Together, we've built a foundation that exemplifies our commitment to excellence, and we look forward to sharing our story with the Accreditation Committee, demonstrating the spirit and success that define our wonderful school.

On Tuesday, January 16, we welcome our Visiting Committee for the three-day visit portion of our accreditation process. Prior to their arrival, they spent time reading and re-reading our Self Study. Throughout the day, the five-person Visiting Committee will visit classes and meet with students and our pastor. In the evenings, they will meet with parents from the Advisory Board, Finance Committee, and PTO. Wednesday, January 17, and Thursday, January 18, they will continue with visits as they write their report, which will be completed on that Thursday as well. The School Leadership Team will review the report, along with our pastor and the Superintendent. It will be presented to the faculty and staff on Thursday afternoon, January 18. Thursday, January 18th is also a noon dismissal day for all students. The final copy of the report will arrive within a few weeks, and we will be honored to post it for the school community to review. You can read more about the Accreditation Process by following the Link to Western Catholic Accreditation Association (WCEA) https://www.wcea.org/

A really big thank-you goes out to all the faculty and staff for the 15 months of hard work preparing the Self Study and for preparing for the upcoming visit. Thank you to Mrs. Thompson, Superintendent of Catholic Schools, for keeping us all on track with deadlines and meetings through all of our wonderful activities and events.

Let's extend heartfelt congratulations to some of our cherished staff members who experienced joyous transformations over the Christmas break. Mrs. Carpenter (formerly Miss Grandbois) exchanged vows, embarking on a beautiful journey of marital bliss. Additionally, we celebrate not one but TWO engagements. Congratulations Ms. Koch and Ms. Everson! May God's blessings accompany them on these exciting new paths. Wishing our dear colleagues a lifetime of love and happiness!

Thank you to those who attended our Family School Mass on December 17th. We are so incredibly grateful for our amazing community. We look forward to continuing this wonderful tradition as we go into the New Year. Our next Family School Mass will take place on Sunday, January 21st at 11:30 AM.

We are thrilled to announce the roster for this year's Girls Basketball Team! Congratulations to all the talented athletes who participated in tryouts. Your hard work and dedication have truly paid off, and we are excited to see the team in action. Here's to a fantastic season ahead. Go Saints!

A reminder that on January 18th, we will be having a half-day for accreditation purposes. This is an essential step in ensuring the quality and effectiveness of our educational programs. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter. Please plan accordingly for the shortened school day, and thank you for your ongoing support.

Monday, January 8, 2024

• Orchestra Practice: 7:00-7:40 AM.
• Girls Basketball Practice: 3:15-4:30 PM.

Tuesday, January 9, 2024

• Band Practice: 7:00-7:40 AM.
• Cheer Practice: 3:30-4:30 PM.

Wednesday, January 10, 2024

• Orchestra Practice: 7:00-7:40 AM.
• All-School Mass: 9:30 AM.
• Girls Basketball Practice: 3:15-4:30 PM.
• Track & Field Tryouts: 3:30-4:30 PM.

Thursday, January 11, 2024

• Band Practice: 7:00-7:40 AM
  
• Cheer Practice: 3:30-4:30 PM.

Friday, January 12, 2024

• Prayer and Flag Ceremony: 8:05 AM.
• Girls Basketball Practice: 3:15-4:30 PM.

*Update to School Calendar: January 18, March 8, and April 12 are now Early Dismissal @ 12 PM

• January 15 - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day - No school
• January 16 - 18 - Student Council Super Kids Super-Sharing Drive Collecting: New and Gently used books, sports equipment, school supplies, and games.
• January 16 - 18 - WCEA Accreditation visit
• January 18 - Noon Dismissal
• January 21 - Family Mass @ 11:30
• January 23-25 - Jane Schaffer Writing Assessment: Grades 4-8
• January 24 - SLE Awards 9:00Am in the church
• January 26 - PTO Family Dance
• January 29 - All Catholic Schools' Week Begins - Get ready for Penny Wars!
• January 31 - Catholic Schools' Mass @ SFDS, 7th & 8th Grade Attending
• February 1 - Middle School Science Fair
• February 2 - Progress Reports/ SLE Reports go home
• February 2 - Student of the Month
• February 2 - Noon Dismissal
• February 8 - All Catholic Schools' Spelling Bee
• February 9 - Catholic Schools' Valentine's Dance @ SAP, 7th & 8th Grade Attending

Our Life Skill for this week will focus on "Common Sense: use good judgment." How do you practice good common sense? Choose not to participate in things that will have a negative consequence. Be observant of your surroundings. Choose options that are practical for your situation. Think before you speak so you don't say something you will regret later. Accept that there are some things you can't change.

January 16 - 18 the Student Council will be accepting donations of new and gently used:

• Books
• School Supplies
• Sports Equipment
• Game

We have teamed up with the NFL for their Super Bowl project to help local children.

Thank you to our school community for your cooperation as we transition to our new extended care provider, Fusion Sports League. A quick reminder that dismissal from aftercare will follow the same procedures as the regular school day car line dismissal procedures. We kindly request that parents wait in their cars during pickup as one of the Fusion Sports Coaches accompanies your child to your vehicle. We thank you in advance for your cooperation as we continue to streamline and expedite this process.

If your child participates in after-school activities and you pick up in Lane 2, please proceed to the outside of Lane 2, as the inside lane is reserved for aftercare pickup. Additionally, we kindly ask that if you arrive before the designated dismissal time, you park in a designated parking space to ensure a smooth flow in Lane 2. Your cooperation is invaluable in maintaining a safe and efficient environment for everyone at our school.

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Welcome to St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic School - Home of the Saints! The newest Catholic School in the Archdiocese of Las Vegas.

Email: principal@sapsaints.org
Website: sapsaints.org
Location: 2300 Sunridge Heights Parkway, Henderson, NV, USA
Phone: 702-331-9050
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