April 8, 2016

Dear Parents, Saint Paul School has been and will continue to be a busy place!

On Wednesday, author Sarah L. Thomson visited Grade 3 and 4 students. Her most recent book,Secrets of the Seven: The Eureka Key hit bookstore shelves just one day prior, and autographed copieswere made available for our students to purchase. This weekend we welcome you to view the musical performance of Seussical Jr. Students in Grade 4through 8 will wow you with their costumes, acting and singing talents! The State of the School Address will be on Tuesday, April 12 at 6:30 pm in the gymnasium. All parents are welcometo attend. Earlier Tuesday morning, students will hear from parishioner Mr. Pilalas about his upcoming journey to Lourdes. While traveling, he will present the prayer petitions from our school community. Please remember, morning drop off does not begin until 8:10a. Students will not be supervised by faculty until this time. Next week we enter Science Week! Please come visit classrooms on Wednesday, April 13 at 1:30 pm to view all of the wonderful projects. Don't forget to stop bythe gym for the Grade 5 through 8 science fair projects! Wednesday evening at 6:00p all Middle School parents are welcometo visit projects again and Regional Science Fair winners will be announced. Our warm weather uniform does not start until Monday, April 25. Students will be issued a uniform notice / conduct slip if notin proper uniform.

Sincerely,Ms. Lisa M. Fasano Principal

THIS WEEKEND AT SPS!

Need Tickets? Tickets will be sold at the door before each performance.

FACTS EnrollmentSaint Paul School has contracted with FACTS Management for all billing andpayment collection.

Please refer to the special message sent by Ms. Fasano today to all currentand recently accepted families with details about enrolling.

All families enrolling for the 2016-2017 school year must register throughthe FACTS program, regardless of which payment option you choose.

Thank you for your support with registration. If you have any questionsabout enrollment or the FACTS Tuition Management Program, pleasecontact: Mrs. Linda Resca, Parish and School Business Manager via email orat (781) 749-0587.

Please click hereto register

FACTS Grant & Aid Application

All requests (from new and returning families) for financial assistance are

OH THE THINKS YOU CAN THINK....

Surprise our star this weekend with anencouraging message and kudos. Don't forget toshare a MESSAGE TO THE STARS at the play thiswekeend. $1 donation for each is welcome and

supports production costs.

COUNTDOWN TO GALA!

processed through the FACTS Grant & Aid Program. This will ensureconfidentiality, as you will not be submitting your private financial informationto a school employee but submitting directly to the FACTS Grant & Aidprogram. Using your FACTS log-in, proceed to the Grant & Aid applicationtab on the FACTS website and follow the steps to apply and complete the2016-17 Grant & Aid Application. The financial assistance awarded to families is based on demonstratedfinancial need and the funds available to Saint Paul School. ALLapplications must be in the VERIFIED status (not submitted) AND re-enrollment fee must have been paid for financial aid to be granted.

The deadline for enrollment is Friday, April 15.

Saint Paul School will begin to render aid decisions the week of April 25th.

APRIL CALENDAR ITEMS

April is an exciting month at SPS. Please note theEarly Release and OFF days in your calendar so you canplan accordingly

Tuesday, April 12 State of the School meeting @ 6:30pWednesday, April 13 SPS Science FairFriday, April 15 FACTs Grant & Aid Applications dueApril 18 - April 22 April BreakWeek of April 25 First Round GRANT & AID awards mailedFriday, April 29 Spring Gala & Auction

Please note updates to our AT A GLANCE calendar available on our website aswell as monthly events listed on the bottom right of this newsletter.

SCIENCE WEEK @ SPS

Next week our students will be focusing on howscience and science concepts across all areas of ourcurriculum. The importance of each subject in thisarea of study will be emphasized through examplesand fun coursework. Every grade is showcasing

special science projects in their classrooms on WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13th from1:30-2:30p. Middle School Science Fair projects will also be on display in theGym that afternoon and again at 6:00p for review and the announcement of thoseprojects progressing to the Regional Science Fair.

PJs & PUZZLESGRADE 4

On Wednesday, Grade 4 put together a human body puzzles as the start oftheir Science Week focus and project on the Human Body.After completing, they traced the body and each system on to a clearshower curtain. This week the class is focusing on the circulatory, digestiveand skeletal systems.

These body systems will be layered together to create a full-sized humanbody that will be on display for all to see during our Science Showcase:

CLICK TO GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY

You are cordially invited to aSpring Gala & Auction ReceptionSpring Gala & Auction Reception

Monday, April 11th @9am at the home of Natali & Chris Taylor

17 Saw Mill Pond Road, Hingham

Please bring any items you have solicited. Join us to see how you can be involved.

Coffee and light refreshments.

Wednesday, Thursday & FridayApril 13-15th

Auction Item Drop-Off in the SPS Parking Lot @Drop Off!

Important DatesAPRIL

8-10 SEUSSICAL, Jr. 11-15 Science Week12 State of the School Meeting @ 6:30 (Gym)13 Science Showcase 1:30-2:30 SPS Science Fair 6:00p15 FACTs Grant & Aid Applications due18-22 April Break25 Warm Weather Uniform Begins29 Spring Gala at Black Rock CC @ 6:30 30 Family Bingo Nite @ 6:00p (Gym)

Please note: REVISED "At a Glance" version

of the calendar posted on our website.

SAVE THE DATEGRAND "FRIENDS" DAY

Friday, May 6th

RESPONSEREQUESTED

A wonderful morning tocelebrate ourGrandparents and SpecialFriends is being planned

for the first Friday in May: 9a Mass followed by acontinental breakfast, concert and visit to ourclassrooms.

Wednesday, April 13th from1:30-2:30pm

AUTHOR VISITGRADES 3 & 4

On Wednesday, Grades 3 and 4had the unique experience tomeet and talk with author SarahM. Thompson. One day prior,Ms. Thompson's latest novel, Secrets of the Seven: The EurekaKey was released to bookstoresnationwide. Our students had theopportunity to ask questions afterher presentation and received tipsthat help her become a betterwriter.

Celebrate springtime in style and support Saint Paul School!Bring your friends and family members - sponsor a teacher - this is sure to

be an impressive and unforgettable evening.

Friday, April 29th at 6:30pmBlack Rock Country Club (Hingham)

CLICK HERE to buy your tickets today!

We welcome all auction donations or support the 'GALA' as sponsor!

This week's auction teasers:NH fall foliage weekend getaway

Rockport, MA Lobster FestivalRed Sox tickets

Next week a form will go home requesting theaddresses of our Grand "Friends" as the childrenare designing their special invitation in their classthat the school will mail.

Thank you for returning the form by Friday, April15th so those special in your student's life willreceive an invitation over break.

FIRST COMMUNION GIFTS

GLASTONBURY ABBEY As we prepare to support and celebrate family andfriends receiving their First Communion thsi Spring,

please remember the resource of Glastonbury Abbey. They have a vast selection of sacramental gifts andcards. They will support our Parish in return whenyou share you are from St. Paul School or Parish.

10% of First Communion gift sales will bedonated to our Parish.

Glastonbury Abbey16 Hull Street, Hingham

Open: Monday-Saturday: 9a - 5pSunday: 12n - 5p

THANK YOU

Many thanks to Ms. Fasano and all our families foryour support of the Middle School excursion toWashington DC during our recent Pajama Day

fundraiser. Over $260 in donations was raised duringthis fun day for all!

FOUNDA beautiful piece of jewelery was found in our school

parking lot on Thursday morning. Please call theMAIN OFFICE at (781) 749-2407 if you are seeking.

WARM WEATHER UNIFORMstarts April 25th

After April break, all students have the option ofwearing the warm weather uniform for the rest ofthe school year (unless noted). Please review theSPS Uniform Requirements posted on ourwebsite.

Any questions should be directed to your homeroomteacher or the Main Office.

**NOTE: Lands End now having a FREE LOGO sale: www.landsend.com ***

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