GREETINGS!

Dear St. Rita Families,

As we approach Holy Week and our subsequent spring break, I invite you to reflect on the significance of this time.Our teachers have supported your children’s spiritual growth during Lent and have encouraged them to fast from negatives and feast on compassion, encouragement, and gratitude. Holy Week is a period of deep spiritual reflection and renewal, culminating in the celebration of Easter. It is a time for us to come together as a community, to support one another, and to embrace the values of faith, hope, and love. Next Thursday, during our regular mass time, our students will perform the Stations of the Cross. This meaningful tradition allows our students to engage deeply with the events of Holy Week and to express their faith through prayer and reflection. We encourage families to join us for this special event if you wish.

Looking ahead to May, we have a plethora of exciting events planned:

• Festa St. Rita: A celebration of our patron saint. May 22nd.

• Middle School Dance: An evening of fun and socializing for our middle school students. May 2nd from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

• General Field Trips: Various educational outings in many classes that will enrich our students' learning experiences - watch Dojo for announcements.

• Spring Concert: A showcase of our students' musical talents. May 15th 5:00 grades 3K-3 6:00 grades 4-8. Doors open 15 minutes before the concert.

• Field Day: A day of outdoor activities and sports. May 28th, rain date of May 29.

• Graduation: A ceremony to honor our graduating students and celebrate their achievements. June 3rd at 1:30 p.m.

Each classroom teacher will communicate specific details regarding events for their classroom through Class Dojo. Please stay tuned for these updates.

We would like to thank our volunteers who help keep the parking lot safe for students during pick-up and drop-off times. Your support is invaluable to our school community.

A few important reminders for all parents:

• Traffic Flow: Please ensure that the traffic flow always moves forward. Do not back up, and avoid crossing the crosswalk.

• Driveway Usage: The driveway near the K3/K4 door is reserved for aftercare or beforecare parents only. It is not for general use.

Thank you for working together to observe these norms. By doing so, we can keep things moving smoothly and ensure the safety of all our students. Generally, only an extra couple of minutes of wait time will ensure all students are out of the way.

We appreciate your cooperation and support in making St. Rita School a safe and nurturing environment for our children.

Warm regards,

Beth Woodward

Principal, St. Rita School