Weekly Update 18 – January 29, 2026
Calendar of Events |
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| Fr. 1.30 | K-8 8:00 AM Mass (church) |
| Su. 2.1 | Youth Group Cinnamon Roll Fundraiser after all weekend Masses (Doran Hall) |
| Mo. 2.2 | Out-of-uniform passes may be used |
| Tu.2.3 | Memorial of St. Blaise: blessing of throats |
| We. 2.4 | 5:15 PM Formation Night meal (Doran Hall) 6:00 PM Formation Talk (church) |
| Th. 2.5 | $1 Mustard Seed Communities Charity Spirit Wear Day |
| Fr. 2.6 | 8:00 AM K-8 Mass w/music (church) 6:00 PM Cana Dinner (Doran Hall) |
Looking Ahead |
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| Mo. 2.16 | School Not In Session: Presidents' Day |
| Fr. 2.27 | School Not In Session: Staff Development Day |
| Su. 3.1 | Last day to get Bash tickets at a discounted price |
Dear St. Charles Parents!
Catholic Schools Week is going well, and I think that everyone will sleep well on Friday night after such a busy week of faith and fun. Today, we appreciate you, the parents. Be sure to check your child’s backpack today for a special message for you! I want to take a moment to thank you for choosing Catholic education for your child. Everyone on staff here believes in what we are doing, and it is encouraging that we have parents who do so much to support the work we do here at school. You make financial sacrifices, support your children with their homework, volunteer when we need extra help, and most of all, we have parents who pray for our mission. Thank you for your partnership and for choosing St. Charles for your child(ren).
This April, our school will be going through the accreditation process. It will lead to a new strategic plan to guide the next five years at St. Charles. We need your help with this process by filling out the parent survey that will be coming out in the next couple of weeks. This is an opportunity for parents to share where they think we are doing great, as well as areas for improvement. It gives a snapshot of how our parents view our school overall. Watch for more to come on this. We need your participation!
The Learning Festival was a great event, as it always seems to be. Thank you for showing up strong, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and friends! Thank you to our Knights of Columbus for a great pancake breakfast! I would also like to acknowledge the St. Charles faculty and staff for all the work they put in to get our children’s work on display. What a great day!
If you have not yet re-enrolled your children for next year, please complete that process as soon as possible. It is a vital piece of the planning for next year, which has already begun. Very soon, we will begin giving away $100 tuition vouchers to students who have completed 2026-27 enrollment, and you do not want to miss out on having your child’s name in those drawings!
Thank you
God bless you,
Danny Kieffer
St. Charles School Principal
New Student Applications Open for the 2026-27 School Year
Please spread the word! Apply here.
K-8 Catholic Schools Week – Friday Schedule
Crazy Hats & Socks Day – students may bring hats and socks to change into after Mass.
- K-8 Mass
- All School Simon Says
- All School Prayer & Closing Blessing
Scholarship Giveaway through the First of February
Open to ALL families, grandparents, relatives, and friends!
$1000 AIM Higher Foundation Scholarship Drawing for a 2026-27 K-8 student of your choice (your child, grandchild, relative, friend, etc.) attending a Catholic school!
ANYONE OVER 18 can enter for a chance to win a $1000 AIM Higher Scholarship for the 2026-27 school year for the student of their choice. Apply before 11:59 PM February 1st. Please click here for additional information and to enter the giveaway.
K-4th: Kids Heart Challenge Begins February 2
All Family Formation Night ~ Wednesday, February 4
Formation nights are for everyone! Adults, children, seniors! Please join us this Wednesday, February 4th. Dinner will be served at 5:15 PM in Doran Hall for those interested. Talk begins at 6:00 PM in the church. Childcare available. Katie Walker will be speaking on Suffering for the Kingdom. RSVP for dinner here. Hope to see you there!
Thank You for Supporting the Pro-life Bake Sale!
Thank you to the bakers, sellers, and buyers of the baked goods during the Learning Festival! We were able to raise $1192 for PROLIFE Across America! A special thank you to Mrs. Paine for taking on the coordination of the bake sale this year! Good work, everyone!
Please Check Out the Concession Stand Sign-up and Lend a Hand!
Volunteering is a super fun way to meet new people, support our school, and help families who attend these events. It’s also a great opportunity for 7th and 8th grade students to volunteer alongside a parent and earn required service hours. If you’re able to help out for a shift, we’d love to have you – your support makes a big difference!
If you’ve never volunteered at the concession stand or would like a refresher training, please leave a comment when you sign up, and we’ll be sure to have a seasoned team member there to train you and work with you. Thank you!
2025 Education Tax Information
Please click HERE.
Borromeo Bash~April 25, 2026
Registration is live NOW, and Early Bird Pricing ends March 1st.
We are currently seeking donations and sponsorships for the Bash. Popular items include:
- Sports, concert, or event tickets
- Experiences such as cabin stays, vacation rentals, fishing or hunting charters, flight vouchers, or other local adventures
- Gift cards (restaurants, shopping, entertainment, services)
- Wine, beer, or spirits
- Toys, arts & crafts, jewelry, handbags, and other unique or fun items
- Family-friendly packages (museum, zoo, or attraction passes)
- Wellness and beauty items (spa treatments, salon services, fitness classes)
Donations may be dropped off at the school office. Thank you for helping make the Borromeo Bash a success!
St. Charles Playgroup & Coffee Break
The parish and school of St. Charles warmly invite you and your little one(s) to a playgroup and coffee break weekly on Thursday mornings at 10:00 AM. We usually meet in the Youth Room of the church. Sign up here to receive email updates. Get rejuvenated and inspired in your vocation as a parent! More info here.
Parish Updates and Events
The Cana Dinner ~ Register by January 30th!
The Meal Train Ministry
Would you like to help provide meals for a person or family in their time of need? OR do you or someone you know have a short-term need (due to a birth, surgery, illness, etc.) for meals to be delivered to your home? Contact Joan Conlin if you are interested in this ministry.
Prayer Corner
If you would like to add someone to our prayer corner, please email the information to Danny Kieffer.
- For a full recovery from surgery for Christophe, father of students Côme, Inés, Amaury, and Zita.
- For complete healing of a recent cancer diagnosis for St. Charles graduate Steven Tiongson.
- For healing and good medical care for Bob, brother of staff member Cindy Brown-Kasel.
- For renewed prayers for a complete healing for our former, beloved teacher, Anne Flynn, who is battling cancer once again. For healing for Mrs. Flynn and guidance and strength for her family.
- For comfort and healing for the Annunciation Community.
- For the peace of Christ to reign in our hearts, our homes, our community, our world.
Helpful Links for Parents – Community Events & St Charles Links:
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- St. Charles School Calendar
- St. Charles School Lunch Menus
- St. Charles Athletic Calendar
- St. Charles Intramural BB Schedule.
- St Charles School Volunteers
- St Charles Concession Volunteers
- Spirit Wear Orders
- St. Charles Borromeo Parish
- T-G Open House 2-11-26
- St Anthony Boosters Baseball Clinics
- St Anthony Boosters Baseball
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