THANK YOU! We received a lovely thank you from Sleep In Heavenly Peace for the bedding donation we made as part of our Advent service project! The total donations included 10 pillows, 27 sheet sets, 15 bed-in-a-bags, 16 mattress protectors, and 9 comforters. Thank you!
NEW! Lower Campus Spring Portraits are Done! A few important notes: For anyone who intended to order using the paper flyer but did not receive one or left the flyer at home OR for anyone who intended to order online but was unable to do so, your student was photographed today. O’Connor Studios now asks that you purchase any photos by contacting their customer service directly at 978-640-6250 or by email at [email protected]. You can do that at any time and they will be happy to help you. Do not send your order information into school. Thank you!
NEW! Children's Scholarship Fund and Education Freedom Accounts - Applications for the Children's Scholarship Fund and the Education Freedom Accounts are now open! Apply for the CSF HERE by May 6 and HERE for the EFA by July 15.
NEXT WEEK! $250 Tuition Deposit Auto Withdrawal - As outlined in the registration packet email sent on January 1 to parents of current students, a $250 tuition deposit per student will be automatically withdrawn from a family’s FACTS Tuition Management account using the payment method selected during registration on March 15 (next Tuesday). This tuition deposit will be deducted from the family’s tuition payment plan. Any questions regarding this withdrawl should be directed to Matt McKenna at [email protected].
End of the Year Dates - June may seem like a long way away, but it will come quickly! We have scheduled the following important dates and events for our last two weeks in June:
- Thursday, June 9
- Friday, June 10
- Tuesday, June 14
- Friday, June 17
NEXT WEEK! March 18 No School Day - Please note that there will be NO school on Friday, March 18 so teachers can participate in the Diocesan professional development being offered that day.
STEM Day Speakers - Are you in a STEM field? Would you like to share your love of or experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math? We have begun planning for this year’s STEM Day, to be held on May 24. We are looking for speakers to virtually present to students about their interest and/or careers in any STEM-related field, whether as a professional or hobbyist. Presentations will be approximately 20-30 minutes in length. If you are interested in speaking, please email Carol Fiore at [email protected].
NEXT WEEK! Hot Lunch Ordering - The deadline for ordering Hot Lunch for April on Boonli.com is next Tuesday, March 15 at midnight. Please note that some days will have a choice of meals. We cannot accept late orders, so please be sure to order early!
Hot Lunch Volunteers - Thank you to all of our Hot Lunch volunteers! The schedule below is for the next week of Hot Lunch volunteers on both campuses. Volunteers are asked to check the list carefully so you do not miss your shift. If you can not make your shift, please email those on the sub list as well as Marta at [email protected] as soon as possible.
Thursday, March 10
LC: Blaise Bizimana, Sarah Colon, Catherine Avery
UC: Bethany Dionne, Katie Osborn
Friday, March 11
LC: Kristen Harris, Natalie Bodeia, Loni Rooney, Jenna Richardson
UC: Tom McCarthy, Christine Staples
Monday, March 14
LC: Lorraine Barry, JoAnn Howell, Sarah Currid, Nadra Bell
UC: Sue Goyette, Bob Goyette
Tuesday, March 15
LC: Jess Hickey, Tina Bruno, Sarah Daugherty
UC: Carol Cyran, Elizabeth Cyran
Wednesday, March 16
LC: Tina Bruno, Becky Kosterman, Lisa Censabella, Julie Vincent
UC: Katie Mullaney, Lucy Osborne
Recognizing Excellence Award Nominations - Nominations for the 2022 Diocese of Manchester’s Teacher of the Year and Clergy of the Year awards are now open! Nominations are due by March 15, 2022.
- Teacher of the Year Award - The New Hampshire Catholic School Teacher of the Year views Catholic education not only as a profession, but as a vocation of service to students and to the greater Church. A practicing Catholic active in his or her faith, the award recipient brings a joyful witness to his or her ministry that inspires students to not only achieve academically, but to put their skills and knowledge to good use creating the Kingdom of God on Earth. Submit a nomination HERE.
- Clergy of the Year Award – The recipient of the Spirit of St. John Vianney Award is a member of the clergy who similarly provides inspirational support for Catholic education in the diocese. The faithful witness that the recipient of the Spirit of St. John Vianney award provides is inspirational to students as they go on to eventually discern their vocation in life. Submit a nomination HERE.
NEXT WEEK! St. Patrick’s Free Dress – Irish eyes (and everyone else’s, too!) will be smilin’ on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17! Students are invited to wear green and white in celebration of the day! Please be sure that students dress according to our free dress day dress code…thank you!
Anticipated Openings - Saint Christopher Academy is currently building an applicant pool for anticipated faculty openings for the 2022-2023 school year. Interested applicants are invited to submit materials as soon as possible so we may begin conducting interviews. We anticipate openings at both our lower campus (pre-kindergarten to grade 5) and upper campus (grades 6 to 8) this fall. Current teachers, new education graduates, and recently retired teachers are welcome to apply! For more information about qualifications and how to apply, visit our website HERE!
Annual Fund - It’s not too late to donate to the Annual Fund! All donations made by March 31 will be included in our summer Honor Roll of Donors published in the summer News and Notes and online. To see last year’s 2020-2021 Honor Roll of Donors, please click HERE. To donate please click HERE!
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Auction News!
April 2, 2022
Alpine Grove Banquet Facility, Hollis
Get your tickets today! Tickets are $85 per person and include a fabulous evening of fun and food. All attendees also receive a complimentary $25 gift card from our Gold sponsor, Wireless Zone! Seating is limited, so get your tickets as soon as possible by returning the RSVP card from your mailed invitation or by clicking HERE.
Reserved Tables - Tables of 8 or 10 can be also reserved ahead of time by sending a list of attendees to Marta at [email protected].
Ticket for a Teacher Sponsors – Aren’t our teachers GREAT? Thank them for a job well done by being a Ticket for a Teacher sponsor! Our teachers work hard all day, every day in the classroom…they deserve a night out! To be a Ticket for a Teacher sponsor, simply complete the RSVP form HERE and select Ticket for a Teacher.
Donations: Help make this online event fun, exciting, and a great success! Item donations are always needed and appreciated! Donation ideas can be found HERE, as well as an online donation form. Donations can be delivered to either campus by March 18. Thank you!
Sponsors and Advertising: Sponsors of the auction receive a variety of benefits for their support, depending on their level of sponsorship. Advertising is also available in our evening program! Sponsorship information for individuals or businesses is available HERE and advertising information can be found HERE.
Extra special thanks to our Auction sponsors for their generous support!
Platinum Sponsor: MATRIX PMO
Gold Sponsor: Wireless Zone
Silver Sponsor: Knights of Columbus Insurance/Kevin Brown
Silver Sponsor: Wanderlust Therapeutic Services, PLLC
Silver Sponsor: Toyota of Nashua
Bronze Sponsor: Eleanor Dahar
Bronze Sponsor: Center for Physical Therapy and Excercise
NEW! Bronze Sponsor: Knights of Columbus NH State Council
Copper Sponsor: Kalil & Kress Family and Cosmetic Dentistry
Copper Sponsor: Catholic Medical Center
Copper Sponsor: Knights of Columbus Council 13904 at Immaculate Conception Parish
Item Sneak Peek: Wondering what items will be up for bid at the Auction on April 2? We’ve started our Sneak Peek page on the Auction website to give you a preview! We’ll be updating the page as items arrive, so check back HERE often to see what’s new!
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NEW! Upper Campus Open House for Prospective Students - From 1:00 to 3:00 PM on Sunday, March 20, the upper campus will hold an Open House for prospective new students and families! Tours will be available and families will have the opportunity to meet staff and faculty. Please spread the word!
NEW! CMC Casual for a Cause - As we have for the past several years, we are happy to participate in Catholic Medical Center’s Casual for a Cause fundraiser to support CMC’s “Reach Out and Read” program. On Friday , March 25, students and staff on both campuses can come to school in free dress for a donation of $2! All proceeds from the event will go to the Reach Out and Read program which provides books to young children at their annual physicals. What a great way to celebrate National Reading Month in March!
NEW! CMC Hearts and Hands Scholarship - Catholic Medical Center (CMC) and the Diocese of Manchester’s Catholic Schools Office are excited to announce the CMC Heart & Hands Scholarship.The Heart & Hands Scholarship seeks to assist motivated, mission-driven middle and high school students access a Catholic education. This scholarship will award two scholarships to students entering grades 7-12 at a diocesan Catholic school in New Hampshire in the 2022-23 academic year. This opportunity is available in addition to—and is not a part of—a student’s financial aid package; however, financial need is not a requirement for this scholarship program. One of last year’s winners was our very own Kathryn Kieley!
Interested students must complete an application including an essay explaining their desire to lead and serve while making a significant impact in their community. Completed materials must be submitted by 11:59 PM on May 1, 2022
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NEW!
The Saint Christopher Academy Drama Club
Presents
THE ENCHANTED BOOKSHOP MUSICAL
Book by Todd Wallinger
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Murray
Produced by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Service, Denver, Colorado
Performances of this delightful musical fantasy will be presented
Friday March 25, 2022 at 7:00 PM and
Saturday March 26, 2022 at 2 PM
Performances will be in the Saint Christopher Upper Campus Gymnasium.
Tickets are $15.00 for adults and $10.00 for students (12th grade and below).
There is a maximum fee of $40.00 per household.
If a small child is to sit in a lap, no charge.
Tickets may be purchased at the door or pre-ordered from a member of the cast or from
Dr. Borden: [email protected]
“The Enchanted Bookshop Musical” concerns a struggling used bookshop owner, Margie, and her faithful cat, Bombalurina. They are beset by diamond smugglers who threaten to destroy all of Margie’s books. At the same time, a fairy has enchanted the book shop so that the characters in the books come to life. However, they must never leave the bookshop nor be seen by humans or they will disappear. Wanting to help Margie, they risk being seen by humans and disappearing back into their books forever. Don’t miss this fun and dramatic presentation by the students of Saint Christopher Academy.
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Lenten Schedule and Special Events - Lent is fast approaching! Fr. David and St. Christopher Parish invite school families to attend any of the many sacraments, activities, and special events during this most sacred time of the year in the Catholic church!
- Saturday Morning Holy Mass and Confessions – Saturdays at 8:00 AM
- Eucharistic Adoration and Confessions – Wednesday mornings after 7:30 AM mass and Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 PM (through April 5)
- Rosary – Tuesdays at 7:00 PM and Wednesdays after 7:30 AM Mass
- Confession – Monday through Thursday after 7:30 AM Mass, Tuesdays from 6:00 - 7:00 PM, and Saturdays 3:00 PM
- Friday Stations of the Cross and Mass – Stations at 5:00 PM with Holy Mass at 5:30 PM
Lenten Soup and Salad Dinners – The parish is sponsoring two FREE Lenten Soup Dinners during Lent! A meatless soup and salad will be served following the 5:30 PM Mass on Friday, March 18 and Friday, April 1. Please join us for Friday fellowship! We are also looking for volunteers to help set up and/or clean up after the Lenten Soup Dinners. The setup crew would need to arrive about 4:30 PM to set up tables and chairs and all should be done before 5:30 so you can go to Mass. The clean up crew would help during the dinner to bus tables, empty trash and after dinner break down the hall, clean up in the kitchen and empty the trash. If you or your family can help, please call the rectory or email info@ stchrisparishn.org.
How to Read the Bible Lenten Workshop with Fr. David – Are you a Catholic who wants to become more comfortable with the VERY BASICS of the Bible? Join Fr. David for this workshop to help you pray with the Bible, ask beginner questions, and better understand the readings at Mass. It will be informal and fun! The workshop will take place Mondays from 7:00-8:30 PM in the Church Hall. The schedule of topics include:
- March 14 - The Word of God and the Structure of the Bible
- March 21 - The Old Testament
- March 28 - The New Testament
We will have free Catholic bibles or you can bring your own. Attendance at all sessions is not required.