Saint Gabriel School Weekly Newsletter for Parents
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Week 11 - October 24
Week 11 - October 24
Upcoming Events
Upcoming Events
Trunk or Treat
Trunk or Treat
Join us! Trunk or Treat will be Friday, October 24 from 6-8 p.m. here at St. Gabriel. All ages are welcome.
Parent/ Guardian Workshop: Support reading skills
Parent/ Guardian Workshop: Support reading skills
Join us on Monday, October 27th, from 6:00–7:00 PM, for an engaging and practical presentation designed to help parents support their children’s reading development at home!
During this session, Cheri Bunch, our reading interventionist, will demonstrate techniques and strategies to teach beginning reading skills. Parents will also learn helpful ways to support older students in developing reading comprehension and vocabulary skills. By learning these methods, parents can reinforce reading instruction at home and help their children grow as confident, successful readers — without confusion or mixed messages.
📅 Date: Monday, October 27th
🕕 Time: 6:00–7:00 PM
📍 Location: St. Gabriel – Loft 1
👨👩👧👦 Please Note: This presentation is for adults only.
We hope you’ll join us for this informative and enjoyable session and take home practical tools to make reading a joyful experience for your child!
Blue Mass
Blue Mass
First responders are invited to join us for a special school mass on Tuesday, October 28 at 8:15 a.m. Please wear your uniform so we may recognize you for your service to our community. Join us afterward for a group picture outside the school!
Halloween Parties
Halloween Parties
🎃 Halloween parties (K-3) will be Friday, October 31 in the afternoon at 1:45 p.m. Parents/ guardians may attend parties. Parents setting up for parties may go to classrooms at 1:30 p.m. Please sign in the school office lobby.
K-8 students may have a uniform break this day. No costumes please.
Fall Into Reading Night
Fall Into Reading Night
Fall Into Reading Night for K-2 will be Monday, November 3. Space is limited so families must pre-register please. Families will enjoy several activity stations followed by a bonfire and s'mores!
Feast of All Saints
Feast of All Saints
Since All Saints Day is on a weekend so there will be an all-school mass on Tuesday, November 4 at 8:15 a.m. to celebrate. There will also be a special presentation by our 4th graders.
Ukulele/ Guitar Concert
Ukulele/ Guitar Concert
The 7th/8th grade Ukulele/ Guitar electives classes will present a concert on Wednesday, November 5 at 9:00 a.m. in the church. Families are invited to attend.
Letter from Administration
Letter from Administration
Strong Finish to End of Trimester
Strong Finish to End of Trimester
Dear Parents/Guardians,
As we move through October, we are settled into our school routines. Teachers have gotten to know their students and developed positive, supportive connections. Recent conferences provided a wonderful opportunity to celebrate each child’s strengths and set goals for continued growth. With the end of the trimester approaching, let’s encourage our students to stay focused and finish strong!
Here are a few ways you can help your child stay on track:
Stay organized: Encourage your child to use a planner or homework folder to keep track of assignments, tests, and important dates. A quick daily check can help prevent last-minute stress.
Create a study routine: Set aside a regular time and quiet place for homework each evening. Keeping this routine consistent helps students focus and manage their time effectively.
Review together: Take a few minutes to go over what your child is learning. Asking them to explain a concept in their own words is one of the best ways to reinforce understanding.
Prioritize sleep: A good night’s rest is essential for learning and memory. Try to ensure your child gets enough sleep each night so they can stay alert and positive during the school day.
Encourage balance: While academics are important, make sure your child also has time to relax, read for fun, and spend time with family.
Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting your child’s learning and growth. Working together, we can help them build the skills and habits they need to thrive!
Have a great weekend,
Denise Chancellor
Learning Coordinator
HIGHLIGHTS
HIGHLIGHTS
IMPORTANT ENROLLMENT INFORMATION FOR 2026-2027
IMPORTANT ENROLLMENT INFORMATION FOR 2026-2027
It is time to start thinking about enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year. We will continue to use FACTS enrollment.
Current Students
We will assume all current students (grades K-7) will return for next school year unless we receive written notification that your child is not returning. Please email school@stgabriel.net by December 1, 2025 if your child will not return. Current families will complete re-enrollment packets through FACTS in March.
New Students
Applications for next year are now open. Families will complete an online application through FACTS. Visit our website for more information. Priority deadline to apply is January 15, 2026.
Tuition Assistance (K-8):
Financial Aid applications for students in grades K-8 for the 2026-2027 school year are now available. We are committed to assisting families who need financial aid to make a Catholic education a reality. Last year, over $400,000 in total financial aid was provided to school families from St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish, the Archdiocese of Louisville, the Catholic Education Foundation, and their partners. There is one financial aid application to apply for all aid sources. This application can be found at www.factsmgt.com/aid. This is a separate login from your FACTS Family Portal. Apply through FACTS Management System by November 30, 2025. For more information, please visit www.ceflou.org or contact Pam Terwilliger, our Finance Manager, at 502-239-5535 x302 or pterwilliger@stgabriel.net.
Thank you for choosing to partner with Saint Gabriel School for your child(ren)’s education.
Spirit Wear Sale
Spirit Wear Sale
Check out the NEW spirit wear items available on our online spirit store! Special thanks to our student designers, Nathaniel and Hannah M. They won the spirit wear designer item in the silent auction. Items will be made to order so they will take a little longer to process but will be here before Christmas! Deadline to order is November 7 at 5pm.
Many spirit wear items are on sale! Get your closeout items while they last.
2026-27 Tuition Assistance
2026-27 Tuition Assistance
It's time to start thinking about the 2025-26 school year. Tuition assistance applications are now available. Parents/guardians will need their 2024 federal tax return and 2024 W-2’s; (additional documents may be requested if they have additional income). Deadline to complete the application and provide all documentation is November 30, 2025 for consideration in the initial round of funding. These families will receive award notifications no later than March 1, 2026.
Taher Survey
Taher Survey
Taher would like to know what you think of school lunch. Please complete this survey! Survey will close October 31. Thank you for sharing your feedback!
Bingo- Volunteers Needed
Bingo- Volunteers Needed
Bingo is one of our largest fundraisers. Funds are used to offer tuition assistance and capital projects. A schedule for this year has been created to assist with staffing volunteers to sell pull tabs. If you volunteer, your child may have a uniform break the next non-mass day! Please sign up using Sign Up Genius link below. Thank you for your support!
Oct. 29- 6Lauder
Oct. 30- 7Cecil
Nov. 5- 7Gooch
Nov. 6- 7Grimes
Honor Thy Child/ Safe Environment Training
Honor Thy Child/ Safe Environment Training
Are you planning to volunteer or attend a school event this year?
Field Trip chaperones and special event volunteers need to have a background check on file and have attended the Safe Environment Training. For more information, visit https://www.stgabriel.net/background. Not sure if we have your information? Contact background@stgabriel.net. To view upcoming Honor Thy Child trainings, visit https://www.archlou.org/about-the-archdiocese/archdiocesan-policies-guidelines-and-handbooks/restoringtrust/safe/. Background checks and safe environment training refresher must be completed every five years.
Save the Dates
Save the Dates
December 16- 3rd/4th grade Christmas program
January 9- Eat Lunch With Your Child Day
January 26-30- Catholic Schools Week
January 27-29- First Reconciliation
March 6- Eat Lunch With Your Child Day
March 26- 5th grade Patriotic Program
April 16- STREAM Showcase
April 23- 2nd grade Grandparents Day
April 25- First Communion
May 7- 8th grade Grandparents Day
May 12- 8th grade Graduation
May 19- Field Day
From the PTSO
From the PTSO
Father/ Daughter Dance
Father/ Daughter Dance
This year's PTSO Father/ Daughter Dance will be Saturday, November 1 from 6:30-10:30 p.m. This year there will only be one session for all grades (PreK-8th). Dance will be in St. Gabriel's Gym. If a father is not available, any special adult is welcome to attend with the child. This year's theme is Hawaiian Luau Night!
PTSO Mission
PTSO Mission
Saint Gabriel PTSO strives:
To promote communication among parents, teachers and administration.
To provide parents and teachers assistance in all aspects of education and student growth.
To promote good will and cooperation between parents, faculty, administration, school board and parish.
To direct and coordinate parental support to the school through specific assistance activities, social functions and fund-raisers.
To organize and conduct fundraisers. Funds raised are given to Saint Gabriel the Archangel School to assist with classroom supplies, student programs, teacher and staff appreciation, social events and other programs approved by the administration
PTSO Events
PTSO Events
Walk-a-thon- October 3
Father/ Daughter Dance- November 1
Santa Shop- December 2-4
Paint Night- December 4
Mother/ Son event- March 21
PTSO GroupME
PTSO GroupME
Not on social media but want to stay up to date on PTSO news? Join our GroupMe chat. GroupMe link
Box Tops
Box Tops
Box Tops is a great fundraiser for PTSO! Download the Box Tops for Education app and scan your receipt for a contribution of $1.50 or more. Be sure to enter the name of the child who should receive credit. Our next Box Tops Uniform Break will be October 27.
National Box Tops Week is October 13-19, and it's the biggest earning opportunity of the year! That week, all participating products earn double AND there's a buy 4, earn 20 offer. Plus, there's a Refer-a-Friend bonus all month long!
Our school ID is ID: 393279.
From the Parish
From the Parish
Savvy Financial Smarts
Savvy Financial Smarts
Reserve your spot for great sessions on how to be an even savvier consumer in this day in age! We offer two FREE sessions - one on estate planning and another on outsmarting scammers. Mass and breakfast are provided.
This is a public event. All are welcome.
Reserve Your Spot Here: https://bit.ly/savvysmarts
Or call us at 502-239-5481. If you leave a message, we need your name, phone and email address and the number of people attending.
Parish Directory Update
Parish Directory Update
The parish is updating the parish directory. Have you changed your phone number or email address? Have you moved to a new home? Please submit your updated contact information by 11/28/25.
From Athletics
From Athletics
Leopard Spot Sports Corner
Leopard Spot Sports Corner
📢 Basketball & Archery Sign-Ups Are Now Open!
🏹 Archery – Co-ed for 4th–8th graders
🏀 Basketball – Open to all JK–8th graders
👉 Please use GameDay to sign up at https://gameday.loucsaa.net/ .
Sign-ups extended to October 30, 2025!
We are also seeking basketball coaches for this season!
If you’re interested, please email Jamie Pike at: 📧 jpike1793@gmail.com
Basketball and Archery Uniforms
Basketball and Archery Uniforms
Uniforms can be ordered through Opening Day Apparel. Round 2 closed on Wednesday, October 22nd. From this point on, parents will need to place individual orders with rush production/shipping if needed.
🩶 Uniform Details:
3rd–8th Grade: Uniforms are the same as the last two years.
PK/K: Shirts are the same as the last two years.
From the Community
From the Community
High School information
High School information
We have added a section on News You Can Use for high school information. Check out this section for upcoming events for prospective students. This section will continue to be updated.
To view information about Catholic high school open houses, visit https://louisvillecatholicschools.com/schools/high-schools/.
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Post of the week
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