July 11, 2025
In partnership with our parish community, St. Barnabas School strives to deliver a first-class Catholic education that combines rigorous academics with spiritual development, guiding students on the path of Christ to become knowledgeable, moral, and compassionate servant leaders.Wishing all of our St. Barnabas families a happy, safe, and joy-filled summer! ☀️ See you in the fall, Blazers! 💙💛The school office will reopen on August 4, 2025, 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Join us for the St. Barnabas Annual Golf Outing on Saturday, August 2, with a shotgun start at 1:00 PM at Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club in Hudson, OH.
This is a parishioner run event and this year will mark our 28th ANNUAL OUTING! Money raised from the outing will be used for the St.Barnabas community, including the school, parish, rectory, and assistance with multiple community programs to continue with our commitment to Catholic Education in various ways.
To register, please click here.
View Flyer for more information.
Join Us for Outdoor Mass and Fellowship!
Come celebrate with us this Sunday at 5:30 p.m. for our second Outdoor Mass (7/13). Afterward, stay for delicious Spennato’s Pizza, fresh salad, and a sweet treat from Kona Ice! Bring your family, invite a friend, and enjoy an evening of prayer, food, and community together. We look forward to seeing you there!
Keep your child’s skills sharp over the break with Summer Solutions! These workbooks are a great way to reinforce what students have learned throughout the year. Click the link below to order and help your student stay on track this summer!
All parents/guardians will be required to review and sign off on their child's enrollment packet, which includes acknowledgment of the updated 2025-2026 K-8 Student Handbook, Pre-K and Preschool Handbook, and Dress Code Policy. This is due by the first day of school for all Preschool and Pre-K students. Due by August 19 for K-8 students. To access the forms:
Log into the FACTS Family Portal:
Select Login Here from the menu bar and Family Portal Login in the For Families section.
SBCS-OH is our District Code.
Type in your username and password
Click Apply/Enroll from the left menu
Click on the Enrollment / Reenrollment link
Click here to open Enrollment on the main screen
The online enrollment system will open with a link to the enrollment packet for each student. If you completed this information last year, the process will be quick, as most information will already be pre-populated for your family. Your information will be saved if you need to stop and come back later.
For new families who don’t already have a FACTS account login, click here and follow the instructions for “Creating a FACTS Family Portal Login”.
📚✏️ Summer reading and math assignments for grades K–8 are now available! Some grade levels have specific books to read and math skills to practice, while others include more general expectations and fun activities to complete over the summer.
Spending just a little time each day on reading and math helps keep young minds active, builds strong habits, and makes the back-to-school transition smoother. Whether it’s a chapter before bed, a picture book at the park, or a few math problems after lunch — every bit counts!
Let’s keep the joy of learning going all summer long.
St. Barnabas Parish will host a VIRTUS training class, "Protecting God's Children for Adults," on Tuesday, July 15, at 6 p.m. in Bedell Commons.
This is a requirement for anyone who desires to work and minister to the youth at St. Barnabas Parish and School in sports, classrooms, volunteer, and various ministries. To attend, register by clicking here.
Through the St. Barnabas Edge program, middle school students receive an opportunity to grow in faith by developing a meaningful relationship with Jesus, a better understanding of our Catholic tradition, and help to plant roots for the adult years.
Edge is a Catholic middle school youth ministry program that is provided by Life Teen. It offers a safe and fun place for youth to find a solid Catholic community, get answers to their questions about faith and, most importantly, experience Jesus in a profound and personal way.
We have a lot of fun with games & snacks, too! Edge is open to ALL incoming sixth, seventh, and eighth graders. Join us every other Tuesday THIS SUMMER for a mix of social nights & movie nights, where we will praise our Lord through every fun activity we do together! Register for the 2026 Edge program here. Summer Dates: June 27, July 1, July 15, July 29, Aug 5 and August 19.
Looking to keep your child sharp over the summer? One of our wonderful aides, Nicole Murowsky, is a certified teacher offering tutoring for students in Grades K–4 across all core subjects—Math, ELA, Social Studies, and Science.
If you're interested, feel free to reach out to Nicole directly at murowskyn@gmail.com to learn more or set up a session!
Our updated St. Barnabas logo has been officially supplied to vendors for all fall uniform orders. As you prepare for the upcoming school year, please note that Schoolbelles is currently offering a sale this weekend —a great opportunity to stock up on uniform items featuring the new logo. Visit their website or store for details or visit our website for other preferred uniform vendor information.
We are excited to announce that the 2025-2026 school calendar is now available! You can view and download it from our official website here.
Attention incoming Kindergartners: Come meet some of your classmates and make new friends before school begins! Enjoy a morning of gymnastics, games, story, and make your very own My 1st Day of Kindergarten sign!
Tuition & Financial Aid July 11th Important Updates
Tuition Invoices - will be emailed to families no later than July 20th with first payments due 10 days later
EdChoice Scholarship Amounts - there was no increase included in the State's finalized budget so amounts remain the same, unless your family applied for an income re-verification due to a situation change
EdChoice Scholarship Application - we strongly encourage all families to take advantage of this program. Every child in grades K-12 qualifies regardless of household income. You can still apply for the upcoming school year.
Angel Scholarship Fund - the Diocese has extended the application deadline to August 15th. Here is the link if you have not yet applied: Angel Scholarship Application 25/26. Please note: one application per child (grades K-8), and you must list your family's exact 2024 Adjusted Gross Income on the form (Federal 1040 - Line 11). If parents file separately, add the two tax returns together and enter the total.
SBS Educational Services Fees -- payments are due July 15th, so please ensure your banking information is loaded and current (check those credit and debit card expiration dates). Payments that do not go through on time are subject to a system-generated $50 late.
Cafeteria Prepay Balances -- have been rolled over for the upcoming school year and can be viewed in the family portal.
Contact for everything listed above -- Mary Henefeld, FACTS & EdChoice Administrator, at mhenefeld@barnabasohio.org.
Not getting the Blazer Blast anymore? If someone you know isn’t receiving the Blazer Blast, they may have accidentally unsubscribed. They can resubscribe by finding a past Blazer Blast email and using the resubscribe link at the bottom, or they can visit the St. Barnabas website or contact the school office for assistance.
Spam Emails: Please be aware that phishing emails are being sent that appear to come from Fr. James or Mr. Seislove, asking for favors or requesting a text response. These messages are not legitimate. Always check the "from" email address carefully before replying, and do not respond to any suspicious requests. Stay cautious and report anything unusual.
Faculty and Staff Updates:
Sarah Leyden will be our new Kindergarten teacher at St. Barnabas. A proud graduate of Lake Erie College, Ms. Leyden brings a calm, confident presence and a clear passion for early childhood education to our youngest learners.
Mr. Joseph Cochran will serve as a 6th Grade Homeroom teacher, teaching 6th and 7th Grade Mathematics as well as 6th Grade Religion.
Christie Sheridan will be our new Campus Minister at St. Barnabas! With a deep love for faith formation and a strong background in Catholic education and ministry, Mrs. Sheridan brings both passion and experience to this vital role.
Mrs. Katie Schweninger has been named our new Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Student Achievement at St. Barnabas School! With 11 years of dedicated service as a teacher in our school, Mrs. Schweninger brings a deep understanding of our mission, students, and staff to this important leadership role.
Sherry Foss as our new Pre-K teacher at St. Barnabas! Mrs. Foss began her teaching career right here as a substitute teacher at St. Barnabas, and now returns with years of experience and a deep love for early childhood education.
State of the School Report: Please take a few moments to watch our State of the School update. It’s filled with great information about all that we’ve accomplished together this year—and an exciting look ahead at what’s to come next year!
Extended Day Registration - If your child(ren) plans to utilize our Extended Day or Little Blazer Care, please complete the Registration Form.
Extended Day for grades K-8 will open with regular hours of 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Little Blazer Extended Day will open with regular hours of 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Youth Choir Signup: The Barnabas Church Choir sings primarily at school Masses on Fridays at 8:30 am, but also for intermittent 10:30 am Masses. Rehearsals are held on Wednesdays after school in the church. To sign up for the St. Barnabas Children's Choir choir, please fill out the form.
Mark your calendars! Our summer uniform sale will be held on 7/24/25 @ 6-7:30 p.m. The PTU will be buying back uniforms in good condition. We will also be selling gently-loved uniforms to help you get ready for the upcoming school year!
You can buy skirts ($5), jumpers ($5) and other items ($2) on your uniform list! All financial transactions will happen through your FACTS account. If you are new to the school, we will save your "bill" until you get a FACTS account started this fall!
Come shop to fill your closet for fall (with plenty of time to order if you still need to)!
Save the Date: The St. Barnabas Athletic Association (SBAA) Fundraiser is set for Saturday, October 18 — and it’s a 1-mile fun run or 5K event the whole family can enjoy!
🏃♂️🏃♀️ Whether you walk, jog, or run, join us for a fun day in support of Blazer athletics.
🎉 Fun for all ages – more details to come!
📌 Sign-up info will be released soon — stay tuned!
🏈 Fall Sports Season is Almost Here! ⚽🏐
For Coaches:
CYO requires that one coach from each team attend one of the following mandatory coaches meetings:
July 16 | 6–9 PM | Akron Children’s Hospital
July 29 | 6–9 PM | NDCL
July 30 | 6–9 PM | Magnificat
Sport Coordinators will follow up with coaches who are due for recertification training.
For Parents & Athletes:
Coaches will be reaching out soon (if they haven’t already) with fall season plans.
📌 Reminder: Every athlete must have a CYO Pre-Participation Physical Form signed and submitted to their coach before the first day of practice.
⏳ Forms are valid for 13 months from the date of the physician’s signature.
📅 Important Dates to Remember:
July 21 – Practices may begin (at the coach’s discretion)
August 12 – Fall Sports Prayer Service & Parent Meeting
August 23 – CYO Opening Weekend 🎉
Let’s go Blazers! 💙🔥
⚽ Registration for RugRat Soccer and Developmental Flag Football will end on Friday, 8/1/25.
🌧️ New – St. Barnabas Blazer Umbrellas! ☔
With rainy spring sports kicking off, stay dry and show your school spirit with a Blazer Umbrella for just $35!
The cost will be conveniently charged to your FACTS account. Don’t miss out—grab yours today!
SBAA umbrellas can be picked up in the parish office until the school office opens in August.
St. Barnabas is excited to launch School Safe ID, a new sign-in system to enhance safety, security, and efficiency for all visitors, late arrivals, and early dismissals.
The kiosk is now live in the school office. While it works without a license now, starting Monday, April 28, all visitors will be required to present a valid driver’s license to check in.
✅ First-time users will scan their license
📱 You’ll be prompted to add a digital badge to your phone (optional)
🖨️ All visitors will receive a printed badge while in the building
This system also improves how we log student arrivals and dismissals, keeping our attendance records more secure.
Thanks for supporting this important update as we continue to keep St. Barnabas safe and welcoming!
Did you know our SBTV NEWS is updated on our YouTube channel daily? Click here for the latest SBTV News.
7/15 - Summer Edge Night (6-8th Grade) - 6:30 PM
7/24 - Uniform Exchange
7/28 - 7/31 - Safety City
7/29 - Summer Edge Night (6-8th Grade) - 6:30 PM
8/2 - Golf Outing
8/5 - Summer Edge Night (6-8th Grade) - 6:30 PM
8/19 - Summer Edge Night (6-8th Grade) - 6:30 PM
8/17 - Meet and Greet (4:00 - 5:30 PM), Mass (5:30 PM), Back to School Kickoff & Welcome Address & Food Trucks (6:30 PM)
8/20 - First Day of School (K-8)
Make sure to check out the Community Board to learn more about local happenings such as events, businesses, camps, or fundraisers. We want to support our St. Barnabas families businesses and events and this is a new way to "Stay in the Know!"
