April 23, 2026

Dear School Families:

We look forward to seeing our Kindergarten, 1st, and 3rd Grade Families at the Class Mass this Sunday, April 26, at 9:30 AM. This is a wonderful opportunity for all parish families with the Kindergarteners, 1st, and 3rd Graders to gather in prayer and then share refreshments in the cafeteria after Mass.

This Tuesday, April 28, the 2nd graders will be practicing for their First Communion at 6:15 PM. Please keep the children in your prayers as they are in their final days of preparation. This is a very special time for them, and they are very excited to receive the Sacrament.

Tomorrow is the final day to donate material, threads, ribbons, etc., to be donated to Stitches of Second Chances. This organization makes blankets, vests, and stuffed items for individuals with sensory needs. Donations are accepted through April 24. Thank you for helping this worthwhile organization.

Next week we celebrate the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker. On Friday, May 1, we will be sending treats home to all our parents and parishioners attending Mass and at dismissal we will also be sending home treats. It is our way of saying thank you to everyone for their constant support. We are extremely grateful for the amount of service our families and extended families provide throughout the year. We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for all the help and support you provide us on a daily basis.

The Glow Run was a huge success today! The children had a wonderful time with all the activities. Every child will be coming home with their card showing how many laps they finished during their time running. Please send the donations to the school office by Friday, May 8. We would like to thank you for supporting this event and helping us raise funds for our playground. My thanks to Marianne Prather and the Playground Committee for sponsoring this fun event!

In just a few weeks, we will have our annual Field Day on Friday, May 8. This is a wonderful day planned by 8th Grade and Mrs. Prather. We invite everyone to attend our Field Day to view the activities and join us for lunch if your schedule allows. The PTO provides lunch for all of our students. Families planning on attending the Field Day have the opportunity to purchase lunch. In the envelope this week you will find a flyer regarding lunches for Field Day. If you plan to join us for the day, please make sure you order your lunch by next Friday, May 1. Homeroom teachers will be taking the orders for their classrooms. We invite you to join us for the entire day or a portion of the day – please remember to sign in at the school office. Prior to lunch the homerooms will be participating in a variety of events planned by the 8th grade students. After lunch, the children will gather with their school families for a relay - at approximately 12:00 PM - which will be followed by the 8th grade/faculty/staff Balloon Toss – at approximately 12:30 PM. We will dismiss at 1:00 PM on Friday. Please join us for these events and see which school family will host the Relay trophy for the year, and which teacher and student team will be the last standing in the Balloon Toss. We look forward to seeing you at Field Day.

There is still time to order a 2025 – 2026 St. Cletus School Yearbook. If you would like a yearbook, you can order online (by using the QR code on the order form) or by completing the form and returning it to the school office by Friday, May 8. Thank you!

Grab your hiking boots and take a step through the misty air of Rainforest Falls, overflowing with wild waterfalls, towering trees, and colorful creatures. Beneath a canopy of chattering birds and howling monkeys, children plunge into a lifelong adventure of discovering the nature of God. They'll explore what it means to be rooted in relationship with God, their creator, a refuge in life's storms. Registration has begun for this tropical adventure during the week of June 8 - 12. Children entering Kindergarten through 5th Grade are invited to join the adventure. 6th Graders and up are invited to sign-up to be a volunteer. Come join the adventure by following this link – vbspro.events/p/saintcletus and look forward to an adventurous week in under a canopy adventure this summer!

Please share the news of Our Help Pave the Path to Play Program! We have sold 108 bricks which is wonderful. I would like to thank those individuals who have purchased a brick already! Please know that bricks can be purchased by individuals going together, by classes, in memory of or as a challenge between different groups, etc. Individuals can also donate without purchasing a brick. We appreciate everyone’s commitment to helping us provide a new playground for the children.

In the packet this week you will find a playground update with information from the Parish. We are very excited about the progress we have made toward the playground. We are extremely grateful for the support of all involved.

Earlier this week you received information regarding the new Parish Picnic Mega Raffle. Additional information regarding this raffle will be coming through your email. We are looking forward to the new raffle – it is always nice to include new activities.

There are only a couple of days until the Moms and Sons - Boys, Bags, and BBQ this Sunday, April 26, at 1:00 PM. Spending an afternoon with your boys playing and eating and enjoying the day!!! Our thanks to Cecily Clegg, Jenny Peters, and the PTO for hosting this event! Enjoy your special day!

This week’s STP Tip of the Week: Check out the Raise Right app to view the interactive 2026 Spring Gift Guide. This guide is filled with earning tips, popular gifting brands, and more!


Have a wonderful weekend!
Rosann Doherty

Saturday, April 25
St. Cletus Day of Service 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Sunday, April 26
Kindergarten, 1st & 3rd Grade Class Mass 9:30 AM
Mother – Son Boys, Bags, and BBQ 1:00 PM

Monday, April 27
Theme Shirts Worn
4th Grade Band 3:00 PM
Chess Club 3:00 PM

Tuesday, April 28
6th & 7th Grade Field Trip
5th Grade Band 3:00 PM
6th – 8th Grade Intramurals 3:00 PM
Lego Club 3:00 PM
First Communion Practice 6:15 PM

Wednesday, April 29
K – 2nd Grade Intramurals 3:00 PM

Thursday, April 30
Dress Down Day
6th – 8th Grade Band 3:00 PM
3rd – 5th Grade Intramurals 3:00 PM

Friday, May 1
All School Mass 8:15 AM

Saturday, May 2
First Communion 10:00 AM