INFORM. REMIND. CONNECT.
INFORM. REMIND. CONNECT.
REMINDERS📌
Picture Retakes- November 7th. Students needing a retake will follow the handbook policy for a dress-down day.
Swim and JK/K Basketball- Sign-up information below.
As we head into a weekend full of Halloween excitement, it’s also full of opportunities to help kids practice important social-emotional skills. From managing disappointment when a treat isn’t what they hoped for, to handling excitement in busy or overstimulating environments, to practicing patience, sharing, and empathy - these everyday moments help children build resilience and healthy ways to express their feelings. Whether it’s negotiating candy trades, adjusting to changing plans, following directions about how much candy they can have, or noticing small things to be grateful for, Halloween offers a chance to reinforce these skills outside the classroom.
Parents can support this growth by engaging in reflective conversations. Ask questions like, “What was your favorite moment from tonight?” or “Is there anything you would’ve changed about tonight?” Notice and name what your child does well, whether it’s staying calm, showing kindness, problem-solving, handling disappointment, or following rules. Connecting these actions to the skills we want them to develop helps children see the value of their choices.
By approaching Halloween with both fun and intention, we can help students enjoy the excitement while also continuing to strengthen their SEL skills that will serve them long after the candy is gone!
Have a safe and fun Halloween weekend!
Loren Corbett
Assistant Principal
Tuition Assistance Application Due 11/30
Click here for more information from the Catholic Education Foundation. *Please note that the FACTS Family Portal sign-in credentials are not used when using the Financial Aid application site.
Thanksgiving Basket Collection- November 3-14
Our Parish Social Concerns Committee, along with our school, is excited to kick off our annual Thanksgiving Basket Collection. Each grade has been assigned a particular food item to gather. The donations will be assembled into full Thanksgiving Meal Baskets, which will be distributed by Eastern Area Community Ministries to families in need. We invite parents and children to shop together, enabling students to choose their contributions and engage in this important act of kindness. Generous donations are greatly appreciated, and students are encouraged to bring in multiple items. Our Parish Loaves & Fishes group thanks you! Click HERE to view items being collected by grade.
Saint Albert the Great School would like to extend a heartfelt invitation to all veterans and active-duty service members—along with their family members, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and friends—to join us as we celebrate Veterans Day Mass on Tuesday, November 11th at 9:45 a.m.
We would be deeply honored by your presence as we gather in gratitude for your service and sacrifice. Our hope is that our students may better understand what service, dedication, and love of country truly mean—through your inspiring example.
Veterans are invited to sit in the front rows during Mass. If you have children or grandchildren who attend Saint Albert, they are welcome to sit with you.
Please come and allow us the privilege of honoring you for all you have done for our country.
Bake Sale
The 8th graders will host the Honor Flight Bake Sale on Friday, Nov 14th. Each grade will be assigned time to purchase items. All treats are $1. Thank you for your support!
St. Albert the Great’s Father-Daughter Dance.
✨ A STAR IS BORN! ✨
Join us for a magical night under the lights at St. Albert the Great’s Father-Daughter Dance.
🗓️ Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025. ⏰7–9 p.m.📍 St. Albert Gymnasium 🎟️ Ticket forms are due Nov. 12!
🌟 We’re all stars, so wear whatever makes you shine! Caitlin Clark jersey? Volleyball or soccer uniform? Cowboy boots? Twirling dress? Coolest jacket ever? YES! 💫
Open to all St. Albert girls in Preschool–8th grade.
‼️ Fathers are $20, daughters are free! (There was an error on the printed flyers.)‼️
Proceeds from the event benefit the 8th-grade trip. Email jweig09@gmail.com with any questions.
Kendra Scott Shopping Event
Get an early start on your Christmas shopping on Saturday, November 8th, from 1-3 pm at Oxmoor Mall. Tell the associate you are from St. Albert for 20% of your purchase, benefits the 8th-grade trip. You can shop in-store or online- use code- GIVEBACK-KAVKF at KendraScott.com. The Online Code will be available Saturday, November 8th, through Sunday, November 9th.
November- Gratitude- St. Francis of Assisi
We are excited to continue our Saints and Virtues lessons this year, supporting both our Catholic faith and our students’ social and emotional development. Each month, we will focus on one saint and a virtue that they exemplified in their life.
During the month of November, our students will focus on the virtue of Gratitude — recognizing and appreciating the many blessings in our lives and showing thanks through our words and actions. Gratitude helps us see God’s goodness all around us, even in the small, everyday moments.
Our Saint of the Month, Saint Francis of Assisi, is a beautiful example of living with a thankful heart. Born into wealth, Francis chose a life of simplicity and service to God. He found great joy in nature and praised God for all of creation — the sun, the moon, the animals, and the people he met. His life reminds us to be grateful for God’s gifts and to care for the world and one another.
As we enter this season of thanksgiving, may our students — and all of us — take time to pause and give thanks for the blessings in our lives.
Scripture Connection:
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.”
— Psalm 107:1
Family Challenge:
Take time each day this month to share something you’re grateful for as a family. Simple acts of thankfulness can bring joy, peace, and a deeper awareness of God’s love.
Click, HERE, to visit our PTO webpage.
2025-2026 PTO Executive Committee:
President - Lauren Biagi, ptopresident@stalbert.org
Vice President -Kristie Daugherty, ptovicepresident@stalbert.org
Secretary -Beige Thomas, ptosecretary@stalbert.org
Treasurer - Emily Rives ptotreasurer@stalbert.org
2025-2026 PTO Meeting Dates:
November 13 at 7pm in the cafeteria
January 22 at 7pm in the cafeteria
April 16 at 7pm in the cafeteria
Trunk or Treat Winners!
Amazon gift cards awarded from the PTO. Thank you to all who signed up to have a trunk and to help volunteer!
Two Best Child costumes awarded this year! Hattie and Miller Jaha (Flintstones) and Noelle Kessler (Hatty from Disney’s Haunted Mansion)
Best Trunk - Drew and Lindsay McElmurray (Christmas Vacation)
Box Tops
Don’t forget to sign up and use Box Top rewards! There are some spooktacular specials for our school this month. These earnings help fund events throughout the year, like Trunk or Treat! 🛒 🎃
Learn more here:
https://www.boxtops4education.com/s/ Use referral code: EOMM55XX
Saint Albert Athletic Ministry website link
SAAM Important Resources
St Albert Athletic Ministry Handbook
Parent, Coach, and Student Athlete Code of Conduct
St Albert Trivia Night
December 6, 2025- Game Show Edition - Presented by SAAM and The Noe Group. Sponsorship Opportunities Available Now! Click HERE to learn about Trivia Night.
Swim Registration | Now Open!
Swim registration is now open through December 19th for 1st-8th grades!
The highlights:
• Practices begin January 4th at Blairwood Pool
• Practices will on Fridays from 5:15-6:30 and Sundays 3:45-5:00
• The 2026 CSAA Swim Meet date is pending. Historically, the meet is the last Saturday in February or early March
• Register on GameDay: https://gameday.loucsaa.net/login
Have questions or interested in helping? Contact Swim Coordinator Cameron Finnis at Cameron.Finnis@gmail.com
JK/K Basketball Clinic Registration | Now Open in GameDay
Focus on Skill Development
This year, SAAM is shifting the focus from competition to student-athlete development. Instead of concentrating mainly on games, we’ll spend more time teaching the fundamentals—dribbling, passing, shooting, teamwork, and understanding the game.
Program Details
Schedule: The program will run for 4 weeks: January 11, 18, 25, and February 1
Teams: Student athletes will be placed on teams and work together throughout the season. Sign Ups: Open in GameDay through November 30th
Clinics: During the first three weekends, each team will attend one 45-minute clinic focused on basketball fundamentals.
Clinic times will be 12:30–1:15 p.m. or 1:15–2:00 p.m.
Once teams are created, we’ll share your child’s assigned time.
No team will practice during both sessions on the same weekend.
Game Day: On the final week (February 1), we’ll host games to let student athletes show off what they’ve learned!
Game times will be 12:30–1:00, 1:00–1:30, or 1:30–2:00 p.m., with each team playing one game.
Expert Coaching
Our clinics will be led by Alex Cook, a former four-year standout at Bellarmine University and member of Bellarmine’s U-Knighted TBT team. Alex was named First Team All-Midwest Region by the NABC and Second Team by D2CCA, as well as First Team All-GLVC and a GLVC All-Defensive Team selection. He was also recognized on the Bevo Francis Award Top 100 Watch List, honoring the nation’s top small-college basketball players.
In addition to his playing accomplishments, Alex is the Co-Founder of B Elite Basketball Camps, where he helps develop young athletes’ skills and love for the game. He currently serves as Regional Manager at Superior Van and Mobility, bringing strong leadership and mentorship to everything he does.
Parent Involvement
If you have interest in coaching, please email JK-2 Basketball coordinators at erinandkurt@gmail.com
🌱 Field Update | Growing Something Great Together!
Our main field is getting some much-needed TLC this season! SAAM is hard at work on field improvements, including overseeding and filling in worn spots, to make sure the field is in top shape for Spring.
To help the new grass grow strong, we kindly ask everyone to stay off the field through the winter months. Giving the seed time to take root now means a safer, greener space for all come springtime.
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School Board meetings are open to school parents and parish members. The board meets every other month from September through May. The meetings are generally held on the second Monday of the month in Hendricks Hall Basement from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (dates falling on holidays are the following week).
2025-2026 School Year Meeting Dates- (6:00 pm to 8:00 pm) in Hendricks Hall Basement
* November 10, 2025
* January 12, 2026
* March 9, 2026
* May 11, 2026
Executive Committee
Chair – Chet Allen, schoolboard-chair@stalbert.org
Vice Chair – Rebecca Becht, schoolboard-vice-chair@stalbert.org
Secretary – Katie Cropper, schoolboard-secretary@stalbert.org
Past Chair – Jamie Weiss, schoolboard-ex-officio-chair@stalbert.org
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