Weekly Update 19 – February 5, 2026
Calendar of Events |
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| Fr. 2.6 | 8:00 AM K-8 Mass w/music (church) 6:00 PM Cana Dinner (Doran Hall) |
| Mo. 2.9 | Out-of-uniform passes may be used |
| We. 2.11 | 6:00 PM Holy Family (Kenney Commons) 6:00 PM Ignite 5th-8th grade youth (youth room) |
| Fr. 2.13 | 8:00 AM K-8 Mass (church) |
| Mo. 2.16 | SCHOOL NOT IN SESSION: Presidents' Day |
| Tu. 2.17 | Spirit Wear Day 1:45 PM Student Faculty Basketball Game Parkview Pizza fundraiser night (2851 Johnson St NE) |
| We. 2.18 | Ash Wednesday 8:00 AM K-8 Mass (church) |
Looking Ahead |
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| Fr. 2.20 | No bus service |
| Th. 2.26 | Last day of 2nd Trimester |
| 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!
Please use the pick-up line. This is for your child’s safety and the safety of others. In the last week, we had two very scary situations where there was an urgent question about whether a child was picked up and by whom. This creates panic for parents and my staff. If you do not use the pick-up line everyday we, the school, will not know if your child was picked up or by whom. Please use the pick-up line; there is no wait by 2:50 PM. If you arrive at 2:50, you’ll roll right through.
Please do not stop, drop off, or pick up in the bus lane on Stinson Blvd. This is before and after school. When our buses cannot pull to the curb, it creates an unsafe situation for our students boarding or getting off the bus. Please obey the signs and the law.
In the next week, we will be releasing a parent survey in preparation for our accreditation process! I’m asking for your participation and honesty in this survey. Please plan on dedicating 25-30 minutes to completing this survey. This is a comprehensive survey, and it will be used to help to build our five-year strategic plan. We take your input into consideration when making decisions. Please take part in this process! Each parent is invited to complete the survey. The survey will be released on Monday, February 9th.
Enrollment for next year has begun, and the fees will be going up soon – Sunday, February 15. If you received a reminder email today, please take the time to log in and re-enroll your students. Tomorrow, we will be drawing from the list of enrolled students, two names to receive a $100 tuition voucher! On Friday, February 13, we will draw three more names! You probably know that you are enrolling for next year; you might as well have a chance at $100. If you have considerations and would like to speak to me about enrollment for 2026-27, please email me.
Catholic Schools Week was fun and fantastic. I enjoyed my thank-you card from my child for sending him to a Catholic school. If you have not received yours, please shake it out of their backpack or pockets. I would like to thank the St. Charles staff for their efforts, especially our CSW team made up of Emma Dowell, Mary Kolasa, Tess LeBar, Maddy Long, Carolyn Manciu, Vicki Paine, and Teri Wysopal.
God bless you,
Danny Kieffer
St. Charles School Principal
February Menus
New Student Applications Open for the 2026-27 School Year
Please spread the word! Apply here.
K-4th: Kids Heart Challenge: now thru February 13th
2026-27 School Year Aim Higher Scholarships – Deadline February 27
Aim Higher Foundation is a non-profit organization that assists parents in making sure that every child is able to attend Catholic school. They give out scholarships all across our diocese. Students from St. Charles have received them each year. Again this year, they have invited everyone in our diocese to apply for Aim Higher Scholarships through TADS. Click on the following link to find a flier that includes details about how to apply for this scholarship. AIM Higher Scholarship Flyer in English and AIM Higher Scholarship in Spanish.
We encourage you to apply if you already receive financial aid, or think you may be eligible. The deadline is February 27, 2026. All current families receiving an Aim Higher Scholarship for this school year must complete their application by February 27, 2026 to be eligible for the scholarship to continue into the next school year.
Concession Stand Opportunities!
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!
Coming Soon: STEM Club for 5th-8th Graders
This is a great opportunity, especially for those who excel in math and science and have the desire to go deeper and focus on math, science, and engineering projects. Saturdays from 9:00 AM – Noon, February 21, March 28, April 18, & May 9. The cost is $40/student. Watch for registration info in next week’s Weekly Update.
Mark Your Calendars for St. Charles School & Church Summer Camps
Click on the camps below for all the details and registration information.
Monday, June 8 – Thursday, June 11
- Art Camps current K-8th graders
- Basketball Camps current 3rd-8th graders
- Floor Hockey Camp current 4th-8th graders
Monday, June 15 – Thursday, June 18
- Volleyball Camps for current 3rd-8th graders
- Crochet Camps for current 3rd-8th graders
Monday, July 6 – Friday, July 10
Extreme Faith Camp for current 5th – 8th graders Sign Up HERE
Sunday, July 19 – Thursday, July 23
Camp Verita for current 8th – 12th graders. Sign up 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!
2025 Education Tax Information
Please click HERE.
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
Calling All Bakers! Women’s Council Bake Sale ~ February 14/15
Women’s Council Bake Sale coming up on February 14/15. Please bring your baked goods to Doran Hall between 1:00 and 5:00 PM on Saturday, February 14. It is helpful, but not required, to have your donations labeled and covered with plastic wrap. Contact Catherine with any questions. Happy Baking!
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 Regun brother to former students Kahley and Remy. 17 year-old Regun’s cancer has come back, and he is now in hospice care. Please pray for Regun and for his family.
- 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
★ Weekly Update article deadline: Wednesday, 9:00 AM – Send submissions to mwappes@stchbs.org
