Weekly Update 4- September 24, 2026
Calendar of Events |
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| Fr. 9.18 | 8:00 AM K-8 school Mass Catholic High School Visits (8th graders) 1st Marathon Drawing |
| Mo. 9.21 | NWEA testing begins NO BUS SERVICE |
| Tu. 9.22 | 6:00 PM 6th Grade Parent Wolf Ridge Mtg (Kenney Commons) |
| We. 9.23 | 6:00 -7:30 PM Spark (3rd-5th grade) & Ignite (6th-8th grade) youth groups. (youth room) |
| Th. 9.24 | $1 Mustard Seed Communities Charity Spirit Wear Day 6:30 PM Parent Information Night (cafeteria and classrooms) |
| Fr. 9.25 | 8:00 AM K-8 school Mass w/Music 2nd Marathon Drawing |
Looking Ahead |
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| We. 9.30 | Picture Day |
| Sa. 10.3 | St. Charles School Marathon |
| We. 10.14 - Fr. 10.16 | SCHOOL NOT IN SESSION: CSCOE Summit & Fall Break |
Dear St. Charles Parents,
Every school year includes a period of transition in the beginning. Students are adjusting to being in school for 7 hours each day. Staff members are adjusting to having students back in their classrooms, their voices are adjusting to working a lot more, and there is a steep increase in the amount of routine each day has. I want to assure you that things are going well in the building, and we are finding our rhythm by working together.
September 24th is an evening that I would like to see each and every one of you parents. Our Parent Information Night is an important night for parents and teachers to connect, for parents and me to connect! I’ll update you on a number of things going on at St. Charles this year. You will walk away with a better sense of how we are fulfilling our mission. Please see the link below about Parent Information Night so that you know what time to show up, and how long the evening will go for you. It is not the same for every parent, so please read the document carefully.
I’m sure you know that the St. Charles Marathon is coming up on October 3rd. I just wanted to reference the email that went out earlier today with important information in it. Tomorrow is the first Friday prize drawing so please begin sending in Marathon money! Our goal is to raise $60,000 for our school; each student has a goal of $200 in sponsorship; all of the money we fundraise for Marathon goes toward offsetting the cost of tuition so we can keep tuition manageable for you, the parents.
Parent Information Night Schedule & Details
God bless you!
Danny Kieffer
St. Charles School Principal
Marathon 2026 is Off and Running!
Marathon donations have started rolling in! Go, Chargers, go! Please see the link below for details about service projects, how students can reach their goal, how they can turn in their donations, how to donate online, where to sign up to volunteer on the day of the Marathon, where to turn in prayer intentions, and more. The Marathon is one of the most important school fundraising events of the year, and 100% of donations support our school’s operating budget and student programs. We are excited to do our first ever prize drawing for Service Project of the Week! We cannot wait to see who it is! We are so happy to see what impact our students are making in the community by serving others.
School Picture Day ~ Wednesday, September 30
All families should have received an email directly from Slow Road Photo with information about Picture Day. It would be good to add hello@slowroadphoto.com to your contacts to ensure their communications land safely in your inbox. No pre-paying or pre-ordering is needed. If you don’t get the email, please check your spam and then reach out to them directly at hello@slowroadphoto.com. Students do not have to wear their uniforms on Picture Day. See below for the Out-of-Uniform Dress Code (from the Parent & Student Handbook).
General Guidelines for OUT-OF-UNIFORM Dress Code
- Girls’ shorts must be mid-thigh in length or longer
- Boys’ shorts must be knee length, 1 inch above or below the kneecap
- Skirts must be at knee length — within 1 inch above or below the kneecap.
- Pants, skirts, and shorts must be worn at the waist
- No leggings as pants, long underwear showing, stretch pants, form-fitting pants, or oversized pants
- No midriff, crop tops, or tank tops
- No hoop, dangle, or large earrings of any kind
- No sandals, Crocs, open-toe, or open-back shoes
- No boots in the classrooms
- No Heelys or roller shoes
Concession Stand Volunteers Needed
As we gear up for an exciting sports season, we’re looking for enthusiastic parent volunteers to help run the concession stand! This is a great opportunity to support our teams, meet other families, and contribute to our school spirit. We offer flexible shifts to accommodate your schedule.
What We Need:
- – Volunteers to assist with selling snacks and drinks during games
- – A friendly attitude and a willingness to help
Why Volunteer?
- – Enjoy the thrill of the game while being part of the action
- – Build connections with other parents and the community
- – Help raise funds to support our school
Concession Stand Sign-Up Genius
Thank you for considering this opportunity to cheer on our athletes and make our concession stand a success! Let’s help make this sports season unforgettable!
Group Piano Lessons
Would you like your child to learn to play the piano? Is your child asking for lessons but you aren’t sure it’s time for individual lessons? Come and try GROUP PIANO at school! GROUP PIANO is a fun way to hang out with siblings or friends and to learn to play some music. The groups meet on Tuesdays and Fridays. Beginners meet at 3:00 PM. Advanced Players meet at 4:00 PM. Learning to play with others makes music even more sweet! Email HERE for more info or to sign up.
Interested in Karate on Tuesdays at St. Charles?
To find out information and to register Click Here.
School Year Reminders
- Please send a note to school if there is a change in your child’s end-of-the-day routine. If changes need to be communicated after the day begins, please be sure to include the office in any email communications (stchbs@stchbs.org) because teachers may not have a chance to check email during the day. If you are letting us know after 1:30 PM, please be sure to call the school office at 612-781-2643 to be sure we get the message.
- Please remember that there is NO PARKING on Stinson Boulevard in front of the school area so that all the buses will have plenty of space to pick up and drop off students.
- For the safety of all our students, please use the pick-up line after school to pick up your children.
- All children waiting for rides after 3:00 PM will be sent to St. Charles After School Care.
Treasury of Catholic Prayers
Each K-8 family received in their Back to School packet a Treasury of Catholic Prayers from Archbishop Hebda. Please see the message here from Mr. Kieffer for more information about this book. We have additional copies in the school office if you are interested in students each having their own copy.
Well Read Mom Book Club ~ Looking for Members!
“Read more, read well” – this is the the Well Read Mom Book Club’s slogan. There are several chapters of this book club already meeting once a month from our parish community, and all school moms are most welcome to join too! This is a nation-wide book club that focuses on digging into classic, and reputable contemporary novels with a Christian lens. Please follow the link below to sign up.
St. Charles Playgroup
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 Megan if you are interested in this ministry.
Parish Updates and Events
Our St. Charles Parish has an excellent Faith Formation program! Please check out the information in your Back to School packet. There is a lot going on to feed the soul at all different age levels. All are welcome to explore and keep learning about the Catholic Faith. If you missed Formation Night last night, check out the Sept Parent Child Guide and the September Formation Night Handout
Youth Groups: Spark & Ignite
The Spark Youth Group will meet on some Wednesdays during the month- please check the Faith Formation Calendar. The first meeting will be on Wednesday, September 23rd at 6:00-7:30PM in the youth room. All 3rd, 4th and 5th graders are welcome and encouraged to attend!
The Ignite Youth Group meets most Wednesdays from 6:00-7:30 PM in the youth room. All 6th, 7th and 8th graders are welcome and encouraged to attend!
Join a Parish Small Group!
Please consider joining a small group here at St. Charles. The focus this year will be on The Family. These small groups are fellowship groups, prayer groups, study groups, and a place where you can grow in discipleship together. If you are interested in joining a small group, please click HERE or call the parish office at 612-781-6529.
Prayer Corner
If you would like to add someone to our prayer corner, please email the information to Danny Kieffer.
- For the repose of the soul of Dr. Donald Siniff, grandfather of student Henry, and for comfort for his family.
- For the repose of the soul of Jim L., brother of Mrs. Slattery, and for comfort for his family.
- For the repose of the soul of former, long time teacher, Anne Flynn, and for comfort for her family.
- For the peace of Christ to reign in our hearts, our homes, our community, our world.
Helpful Links for Parents for School, Parish, & Community:
- St. Charles School Calendar
- St. Charles School Lunch Menus
- St. Charles Athletic Calendar
- St Charles School Volunteers
- Spirit Wear orders
- St. Charles Borromeo Parish
- Columbia Heights Parks & Recreation Brochure
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