St. Matthew School and Child Care Ministry
Parent Newsletter
May 7, 2021

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!
We want to wish all of our mothers, grandmothers, Godmothers, and aunts a very happy Mother’s Day weekend!  Thank you for all you do for your children.  They love you very much!
 
THANK YOU, PTO!
The teachers and staff send out a huge THANK YOU to our outstanding PTO!  Thanks for making us feel so loved and appreciated this past week!  We love working with you and your children!  Special thanks to Rachel for organizing and planning the special treats that we all enjoyed each day!
 
**NEW SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION FOR 2021-2022**
We are moving the due date for the Parish Scholarship applications to Monday, May 17th because of the date change for income tax filing this year.  We are also VERY excited about the expansions that Indiana is making to the Choice Scholarship program beginning July 1st.  This could greatly benefit many of our families!  More information to come!

PREREGISTRATION FORMS FOR 2021-2022
We have only a few weeks left, and then we will all enjoy a well-deserved summer break!  We are also looking ahead and eagerly planning for next year!  If you have not already done so, please complete and return your preregistration form for the 2021-2022 school year as soon as possible.
 
ILEARN TESTING
The 4th graders will continue ILEARN testing this coming week.  Please avoid scheduling appointments on test days, make sure that your children get to bed early, and that they eat a good breakfast.  Encourage your children to take their time, read carefully, and do their best just as they would for any other test.  We will all be finished testing by the end of the week.
 
SUMMER TUTORING
For those of you whose children will be participating in the summer tutoring offered by Mrs. Walker and Miss Sellers, you will be receiving a letter with your child’s tutoring days and times.  Please sign the bottom of the letter and return it to school.  Thank you!
 
SPRING PHOTO FORMS
Spring photo forms with picture proofs and ordering information were sent home earlier this week.  All orders are due no later than Friday, May 14th. 
 
LIGHTS!  CAMERA!  ACTION!
Hank Denning will be at St. Matthew on Wednesday and Friday to record this year’s Spring play.  We want to thank Ms. Michele for all her hard work getting the children ready for this exciting week.  We also want to thank Hank for helping us bring this year’s show to you! 
 
GOLF SCRAMBLE
We want to thank everyone who participated in the 11th Annual St. Matthew Golf Scramble last weekend!  We also want to thank our many sponsors: Dr. Kyle Rapp, United Fidelity Bank, Don and Elizabeth Baier, Team Nevaeh, Bruce Hall Auto Shop, Schneider Funeral Home, the Simonis’, the Green family, Eric May State Farm, GAF, and WSI.  Because of your support, we raised over $4,300 for St. Matthew School.  You are the best!  Finally, we want to thank
Donett for chairing this event for us! 
 
AR GOALS
The deadline for the students to meet their 4th quarter AR goals is quickly approaching.  The last day that they can take a quiz is Thursday, May 20.  Keep encouraging your children to read.  The 4th quarter AR reward will be on Monday, May 24th, and the BIG AR reward for those students who met their AR goals all four grading periods will be on Tuesday, May 25th.   Pray for nice weather!

FIELD DAY
Our annual Field Day will be held on Friday, May 21st.  We want to thank all of you who have so generously donated items for field day!  The kids are going to have a lot of fun!  Again, please pray for nice weather!
 
5th GRADE NEWS
Sixth Grade Orientation at MVJH will be held on Monday, May 17th at 6:00 p.m.  This meeting is for parents only.  Please enter through Door 21 and go to the main gym.
 
The 5th Grade Retreat at MVJH will be held on Tuesday, May 18th.  This program is for students only.  Due to COVID, the schedule for the day been shortened.  More information to come.
 
AFTER SCHOOL CARE POSITIONS
We are looking for a few people to join our ASC team for the 2021-2022 school year.  We could also use additional help this year during the month of May.  This is an excellent opportunity for anyone who enjoys being with children, playing games, and helping with homework.  Hours are 2:30-6:00 p.m. and days of the week are flexible.  Please contact the school office at 812-838-3621 or email Miss Wannemuehler at vwannemuehler@evdio.org for more information.
 
CUSTODIAN POSITION
We are still looking for another person to join our custodial team and work one to three days each week.  If you or someone you know is interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please contact the school office at 812-838-3621 or email Miss Wannemuehler at vwannemuehler@evdio.org.
 
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
We want to wish everyone celebrating a birthday this month a very special day!
           
            May 2—Mrs. Clowers (Speech)
            May 3—Ari and Lilly
            May 10—Miss Sara (After School Care)
            May 20—Kenadee and Hayden
            May 26—Miss Sellers and
                         Miss Wannemuehler
 
LUNCH MENU
Monday, May 10
Chicken Patty Sandwich or Chef Salad with Breadstick, Baked Beans, Green Beans, Cherries, and Milk

Tuesday, May 11
Cheese Pizza or Chef Salad with Breadstick, Corn, Salad, Strawberry Cup, and Milk

Wednesday, May 12
Sack Lunch:
Bosco Sticks or Chef Salad with Breadstick, Baby Carrots with Ranch, Marinara, Applesauce Cup, and Milk

Thursday, May 13,
BBQ Meatballs or Chef Salad with Breadstick, Mixed Vegetables, Baked Apples, and Milk

Friday, May 14
Sack Lunch:
(Cold) Ham & Cheese on Bun or Chef Salad, Goldfish Crackers, Baby Carrots with Ranch, Applesauce Cup, and Milk

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