March 24, 2020
SPS Spirit Theme Days
This Wednesday is National Medal of Honor Day. Created in 1861, the Medal of Honor is the United States of America’s highest military honor. It is awarded only to US military personnel by the President of the United States in the name of Congress for personal acts of valor above and beyond the call of duty.There are three versions of the Medal of Honor; one for the Army, one for the Navy and one for the Air Force, with personnel of the Marine Corps and the Coast Guard receiving the Navy version. Since its creation, there have been 3,468 Medals of Honor awarded to the country’s soldiers, sailors, airmen, Marines, and coastguardsmen.
To honor this day and all who have received it - Wear red, white and/or blue this Wednesday! (Since you always ask - yes jeans and sneakers are ok!). Have someone at home take a picture and send it to me!
Every Friday will be SPS Spiritwear Day! Dress in Spirit wear or green to show your SPS Pride!
Parent Resources
Stay-At-Home Care Package by Big Life Journal.pdfCounseling Services
We know how stressful this time can be. If you feel that your child is in need of counseling, please find the resources below:
- TRAUMATIC LOSS COALITION CENTRAL OFFICE – 732-235-2810
- FAMILY INTERVENTION SERVICES MORRIS COUNTY 973–586-5243
- NEWBRIDGE CRISIS RESPONSE AND SUPPORT Crisis Counseling – 888-746-9333
Thinking Ahead
Thinking Ahead: Register for St. Patrick School Basketball Camp For July
Boys and girl students in grades 1-8 are invited to register for the St. Patrick School 2020 Summer Basketball Camp, which will take place Monday, July 20 through Thursday, July 23 from 9AM – Noon at the St. Patrick School Gym. The camp features Local Division 1 coaches and a special performance by the Harlem Wizards! The St. Patrick School 2020 Summer Basketball Camp costs $200 per student and includes a camp t-shirt. Register at: https://tinyurl.com/tuo4yt9
Thinking Ahead: St. Patrick School Summer Camp Accepting Registrations For July
Children are invited to join St. Patrick School during July as we explore the world around us through projects, play, and experiments. St. Patrick School Summer Camp will run from June 29 through July 24 and is open to rising Pre-K4 (must be 4 to attend) to rising Grade 3 students. Students do not have to be registered with St. Patrick School to attend. In 2020, the St. Patrick Summer Camp will offer a Half-Day Option from 9AM-12:00PM or a Full-Day Option With Lunch from 9AM-3PM (Campers bring their own lunch). Every Friday is "Beach Day" with sprinklers and fun in the sun! Register now! Limited spots available. Register at: https://tinyurl.com/s9mjjev
Donations Needed
The Atlantic Health System, which administers Morristown and Overlook Hospitals, has communicated that its health professionals need Personal Protective Equipment, including N95 masks and protective gloves. Please consider donating if you have access to any of this type of gear. The announcement and the locations of the donation bins may be found in the link below. Thank you for your consideration.