Message From Mrs. St. John

We’ve all heard the saying “Have an attitude of gratitude.” For Christians, this is more than a greeting card saying; it is a basic command of the Christian life. The theme of gratitude underlies this week’s Gospel reading which tells of ten lepers who were healed by Jesus.

In the reading, ten lepers earnestly long for healing since leprosy was one of the great curses of their time, causing those who suffered from the disease to live apart from family and friends. All ten turned to Jesus in faith with their request. However, after they are healed, only one of the ten returns to thank him for answering their prayer.
While Jesus makes it clear that it was the man’s faith that healed him, the story has another lesson as well. Although we must begin our prayer requests in faith, they should end in gratitude.

All too often, we are quick to make requests but slow to return in thankful prayer. Like the nine lepers who did not come back, we neglect to express our thanks to God when our prayers are answered. However, thankfulness is a hallmark of a true disciple. How often do you remember to say “thank you” to God?


School is closed, tomorrow, Monday, October 10th in observance of Columbus Day.


Virtus Training will be provided on Wednesday, October 19th from 7-9:30 in the Parish Center. Below, for your convenience, please find the direct link to register for this training. It is the 13th entry.

Virtus Training Registration

All  St. Agnes Cathedral School volunteers MUST be Virtus trained, and background checked before volunteering for any school events.

The Kindergarten students will participate in the iReady diagnostic assessment this week. Please ensure your Kindergarten child comes to school well-rested, eats a nutritious breakfast, has his/her iPad fully charged, and brings his/her earphones. It is important that your child’s iPad is plugged in and connected to the Internet for updates that will be pushed out tomorrow morning, Monday, October 10th at 7 A.M.

It’s hard to believe, but next week is Interim Week.  Interim reports for students in Grades K-8 who need to improve will be mailed home next week. Please note that PowerSchool Grade Book for the students in Grades 6-8 was updated this weekend to reflect the correct weightings for the academic content areas.

Formal uniforms will go into effect next week as well. Please make sure your child’s formal uniforms are ready to be worn.  Please schedule haircut appointments too. We have been in school for four full weeks, and it is haircut time.

The Fathers’ Club is hosting Sports Night this Friday night, October 14th. Sports Night is for boys and girls in grades K-3. The event is from 7-9 PM. It is highly recommended that parents stay while their children attend.  No RSVP is needed. 

If your child was absent on Picture Day, Lifetouch Photographers will be back on November 21st for absentees and re-takes.

Middle School Sports

Girl’s Soccer: 
Practice: Wednesday 10/12 @ 3:00-4:00
Location: Reverend Days Field
Game: Tuesday 10/11 vs. Southside @ 4:30
Location: Kellenberg
Game: Thursday 10/13 vs. Kellenberg @ 3:30
Location: Kellenberg

Boy’s Soccer: 
Game: Tuesday 10/11 vs. St. Martins @ 3:30
Location: Stella Maris field at St. Martins
Game: Tuesday 10/13 vs. St. Martins @ 3:30
Location: Stella Maris field at St. Martins
Game: Friday 10/14 vs. Waldorf School @ 4:00
Location: Waldorf School
 
Girl’s Volleyball: 
Practice: Thursday 10/13 @ 3:00-4:30
Location: Stags Gym
Game: Tuesday 10/11 vs. Grace Christian @ 4:00
Location: Stags Gym
Game: Wednesday 10/12 vs. Long Beach Catholic @ 4:00
Location: Long Beach Catholic

Cross Country: 
Meet: Wednesday 10/12 @ 3:45
Location: Sunken Meadow State Park
Early Dismissal at 2:15
Meet: Thursday 10/13 @ 3:45
Location: Bethpage State Park
Early Dismissal at 2:20


School Board

After-School Enrichment: All registration confirmations have been emailed. Please send checks, payable to St. Agnes Cathedral School, to Michelle Creegan c/o Nora Creegan, 5-1, by Friday, October 14th. 

If you have a question regarding how much you owe in total or about any of the classes, please contact Michelle Creegan at creeganmichelle@gmail.com. 

There are still a few classes with openings.  If you are interested in signing up, please make sure you do so by Wednesday evening, October 12th.  After that registration will be closed. 

Registration Link

Mothers’ Club

The 45th annual Garden Potpourri is NEXT WEEK! Please join us on Sunday, October 16th on the Field of Dreams.

This is our largest fundraising event of the year. The Garden Potpourri is a day full of fall fun and is a wonderful opportunity to get together with the community. Please spread the word to your family and friends. This is a terrific way to embrace the changing of the seasons, have fun, and support our school!

The 2022 Garden Potpourri will include the following:

• Hand-painted pumpkins
• Local vendors
• Christmas Market
• Food and beverages at the Calico Café
• Homemade baked goods
• STAGS spirit wear (new designs available!)
• Kids' corner (with games, pumpkin decorating, and a DJ)
• Raffles
• Mums
• Our famous Hot Pepper jam

We hope you can join us for a day of fun! For more information on this event please contact: Sarah Plunkett - sarahdplunkett@aol.com

Mothers' Club Directories: We are currently working on and finalizing the directories.
​** If you DO NOT want your phone number included in the directory, please reach out to Michele Palmer (mkm1223@verizon.net) by October 14, 2022. If we do not hear from you, your number will be included in the class list section of the directory. ***
Halloween is coming to St. Agnes! Grades K-3, get ready for a parade and have some fun on Monday, October 31st at 9:00 A.M. 

Students are to come to school in costume. They should wear their gym uniforms under their costumes. No toy weapons, or accessories that hinder the students’ vision or balance. Costumes should be easy to get out of once the parade and festivities are over. Students should bring a bag to put their costumes in after the festivities.

 
Night at the Races is on Saturday, November 5th. $50 per person includes food, beverages, and fun! Please click the link below to make your reservations by October 31, 2022.

Night At the Races Registration

Fathers’ Club

Sports Night is this Friday, October 14th from 7-9 P.M. for boys and girls in grades K-3.
The Jets Game is on Sunday, November 6th. To register for this event, please click on the link below.  

Jets Game
Congratulations to Ms. Nicole Mauceri, our K-4 Technology Teacher, on the occasion of her wedding today.


Peace and blessings to you and your families on this 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time. Enjoy this beautiful fall weekend. Happy Columbus Day!

Mrs. Cecilia St. John