Little Flower Newsletter 2-1-10
Registration Packets Are Coming Home!

Registration Packets for the 2010-2011 school year are going to be sent home on Tuesday February 2.  The registration process will be open during the month of February and we ask that you have these packets returned by March 1.

A Big Thanks To Our High School Students That Volunteered At Little Flower

Little Flower School was fortunate enough to have the assistance of three high school students during the month of January.  We had the assistance of two young ladies from DuBourg High School, Kim Costello and Stefanie Pace, and one young man from St. Louis University High School, Ryan Burke.  These students donated their time and talents to our school.  Thanks kids and best of luck in the future!

Shoe Drive, Get Rid Of Those Old Smelly Shoes

Want to help needy people around the world?  Want to make your house smell better and become more organized?  We have a way for you to do both.  Starting during Catholic School’s Week and throughout the month of February, Little Flower School and Parish will be collecting old shoes.  The shoes are recycled at $0.35 a pound.  This money is taken by Pastor George Hutchings to help the poor and needy around the world.  For more information go to www.shoeman.org

FUN* *FUN* *FUN*

It’s back!! Little Flower will be hosting a second edition of the Trivia Night on Friday, February 26th. Once again, Little Flower’s own Jamie Allman has graciously volunteered to emcee. Auction, 50/50, and games are just a few of the fun events on tap for the evening. Doors open at 6:30pm with the trivia to begin at 7:00pm. The cost is $150 per table – maximum 10 people per table.  If you should have questions or would like to register for a great night of trivia, please contact Dana Glore, Event Chairperson, at 314-647-4715 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Six Flags Read To Succeed Forms Due Soon!

The Six Flags Read To Succeed tally sheets are due to your child's teacher by February 24.The tickets will arrive sometime in April.

Catholic School’s Week Events

Catholic School’s Week is here!  There are many events throughout the week so here is a calendar of what is upcoming;

Mon. Feb. 1 - Community Day (members of the Little Flower community and Richmond Heights community will be recognized and thanked)

Tues. Feb. 2 - Volunteer Day (we thank our wonderful volunteers)

Wed. Feb. 3 - Parent Day (parents are invited to Mass and sit with their children) Open House 5:30-6:30 & 7^th Grade European Culture Fair

Thurs. Feb. 4 - Teacher Day (the teachers will be treated by the Ladies Club to a wonderful lunch)

Fri. Feb. 5 - Student Day (several fun activities are planned throughout the day for the students)

European Culture Fair!

Does European culture interest you?  Do you like to try new foods?  If so, come join us and view the 7^th graders booths and presentations.  The students have been working hard in preparation for our European Culture Fair and Open House.  The fair will take place on Wednesday from 1:15-2:45 and from 5:30-6:30.

Magazine Drive Coming Soon!  We Need A Chairperson And Volunteers!

Our magazine drive is coming soon and we are in need of volunteers and a chairperson to help lead the drive.  If you are interested please contact Mr. Baird as soon as possible.

Book Fair Is Here!

The annual Little Flower book Fair is here.  The Book Fair will be open until Wed. Feb. 3

Know Of A Little Flower Graduate Doing Great Things?

If you know a Little Flower graduate who does great things, please tell us about them.  Pay attention in the upcoming weeks, as a feature will be added to the website that will allow you to nominate Little Flower graduates worthy of special recognition.

Does Anyone Have Experience Or Enjoy Writing Grants?

Little Flower School and Parish are in need of individuals who are experienced with grant writing to assist us.  If interested, please contact Mr. Baird.

Please Support The Maggie Welby Foundation

The Maggie Welby Foundation is a wonderful charity that assists families with tuition and financial responsibilities as well as offering grants to children and families in need of assistance with bills, athletic opportunities, medical needs, etc.  This foundation was created in the memory of Maggie Welby, a seven-year old girl who was suddenly taken away from her family in 2005.  The foundation will have a trivia night on Saturday Feb. 13, at DuBourg High School.  The foundation will also be participating in the St. Patrick’s Day run on Saturday March 13, 2010.  If you are interested in either of these events or for more information please visit www.maggiewelby.org

Interested In A Tax Credit For Catholic Education?

The organization “Citizens for Educational Freedom” is fighting for a Missouri Constitutional Amendment that will provide a tax credit for families with students in private/Catholic education.  If you would like to assist these efforts or support this cause please visit www.educational-freedom.org.  Little Flower School will be participating in these efforts.  Please pay attention for more information in the upcoming weeks.

Little Flower After-School Care Program

On Monday January 4 we began our after-school care program.  The program will be available from 3:05-6 every school day.  The costs of the program are:

$240 a month, everyday, all day

$65 a week, everyday, all day

$15 a day for 3 hours

$3 per ½ hour

These numbers reflect what your cost would be depending upon how much time you commit to and can be pro-rated depending on how much time you need.  The program is being run by one of our Little Flower parents, Stephanie Lucas.  At our after care program the students will complete homework with assistance, play board games, have snacks, and socialize.  To enroll your child or for questions please contact Mr. Baird.

Calendar:

2/2            Registration Packets Sent Home

2/3            Parent’s Day Mass 8:15

2/3            Open House 5:30-6:30

2/3            7^th Grade European Culture Fair 1:15-2:45 & 5:30-6:30