April 18, 2024
Dear SPC Families,
Our Early Childhood students are having a wonderful Week of the Young Child! Thank you to the Week of the Young Child committee and Mrs. Hart for planning the activities. We are excited that the service project for the week will benefit Bernie's Book Bank. Last week, our 3rd grade traveled to Bernie's Book Bank to sort books, and this week, the 3rd graders were able to speak to the early childhood students and share what they learned; it was exciting to see the 3rd graders grow into a leadership role with the younger students!
VIP DAY! (Very Important Person Day) Tomorrow, April 19th
We look forward to hosting VIP Day tomorrow, April 19th! Each student (PS-3rd grade) will be able to bring ONE (1) VIP to school.
VIPs will report to the classrooms at the assigned time for refreshments and activities, which last about 45 minutes.
- Preschool - 2nd Grade VIPs enter through the EGC building - Door D5.
- Third Grade VIPS enter through the UGC building - Door B1.
Unfortunately, the 2nd floor of the EGC is not handicap accessible; this impacts the K-2nd Grade.
VIP DAY SCHEDULE:
8:15-9:00 am Preschool
9:00–9:45 am Kindergarten through Third Grade
10:00 am - Mass in the Upper Church
- VIPs in grades K-3 are welcome to join us and sit with their SPC student.
- Preschool will not be attending Mass.
- Assigned seats will be posted by grade level in the church. VIPs will walk over to church with their student's homeroom teacher.
VIP DAY PARKING: Special Parking Instructions for VIP Day (Friday, April 19th)
Since we anticipate our parking lots being very full on Friday, we are asking for a little help! If your child(ren) 's VIP can be dropped off, that would be extremely helpful.
The main parking lot is open; however, there is 8:30 Mass. The small parking lot off of Ridge Terrace will be open next to the Kinane Center, along with street parking and the metered railroad track parking spaces. Please note, though, that these are paid parking spots, and you will be ticketed if you do not pay.
We ask that you please be respectful of our neighbors at Ryan-Parke Funeral Home and FM Global across the street from the UGC. They do not allow visitors to park there on weekdays, as their lots are open only for their employees. We are aware parking might be a difficult situation, but we truly appreciate your help and cooperation.
We look forward to a wonderful morning with our VIPs!
ENDOWMENT MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
The submission deadline for the Endowment Merit-Based Scholarships is Today, April 18th at 9:00 pm
Please click here for detailed information concerning each scholarship and its respective criteria.
ANNIE JR.
The sun will come out tomorrow! Please click here for your tickets! Our actors have been practicing, so please join us in May for a wonderful show! Students will get a small sneak peek during school, but please join us for the entire show! Please see more information below.
SHORTS!
Beginning on April 15th, students may wear uniform shorts to school!
SUMMER CAMPS–There is still space!
We are excited about our fun menu of summer enrichment camps for three weeks this coming summer! Registration is now open for all current SPC students and incoming new SPC students! Click here for the Summer Camp brochure, which includes the registration link.
FINAL 24-25 SCHOOL CALENDAR
We have finalized the 24-25 school calendar and uploaded it into the Google calendar, so please check to see if it has synced with your phones. Click Here.
Click here to download the pdf.
SAVE THE DATES APRIL-MAY (I can’t believe how fast the year has gone!)
APRIL 19: VIP DAY Grades Preschool-3
APRIL 26: Career Day Grades 4–8
MAY 6-10: Teacher Appreciation Week
MAY 8: Trip to Springfield Grades 6-7
MAY 15: May Crowning – 2nd and 8th grade can bring two guests to Mass. More details will follow later. Mass is at 1:00 pm.
MAY 15 & 16: SPC Spring Musical, Annie
MAY 21-24: Spring Book Fair
MAY 31: SPC Olympics
Peace,
Dr. Erika Mickelburgh
SPC HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION
If you cannot join in person, please consider joining via zoom with the link below:
Time: Apr 23, 2024 08:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/
Meeting ID: 891 6783 0532
Passcode: WYrbE9
SCHOOL NEWS & HAPPENINGS
Week of the Young Child April 15-19
We will be collecting books for Bernie's Book Drive during the weeks of April 15-19 and April 22-26. So, if you are organizing and cleaning out your bookshelves over the next few weeks, we have just the place for your book donations!
Please click here for information.
Annie Jr. hits the SPC Stage May 15th and 16th!
Annie Playbill Shout Outs
We know you are just as excited as our young thespians about the upcoming production of Annie Jr! You have the perfect opportunity to shout out your favorite actors in the playbill. Please click here for the details.
Six Ways to Help an Anxious Kids
5 Tips for Talking to Teen Boys About Mental Health
Free Well being Course for Teens: Yale University
FROM THE PARISH
We have an active and vibrant parish and encourage everyone to read the weekly bulletins for Fr. James' weekly letter and stay informed about all upcoming events and programs.
Please click here for the latest bulletin.
Please click here for Fr. James' "The Daily" - Daily Mass Readings and Reflections
St. Paul's Vacation Bible School - For Incoming PK 4 yrs - 5th-Graders
Join us for a week of morning fun and faith, here at St. Paul of the Cross' VBS Program - Table of Plenty, June 17 - 21! Students entering PK 4 through 5th grade in the Fall are welcome to register. Please click here for the fillable pdf.
Rising Star Scholarship Application - Attention 8th Grade Boys
Attention Current 8th Grade Female Students Attending ANY Catholic High School in the Fall of 2024
Deadline: Monday, May 13, 2024
St. Paul of the Cross Women’s Group, the Apostolate of Women (AOW), is accepting applications for its annual Catholic Education Scholarship award. This scholarship is open to young women of the parish who are currently in 8th grade and will be attending a Catholic High School in the Fall of 2024. Two winners will receive a $1,000 scholarship for tuition at any Catholic High School in the Chicagoland area. This is an achievement/merit based scholarship and is not based on financial need.
Please click here for the details and application requirements.
Introducing Monthly SPC Women's Group Gatherings!
The SPC Women’s Group, also known as the Apostolate of Women, will now gather monthly to meet new and old friends and to provide all women of the parish with updates on recent activities of our pillars (Spiritual, Service, and Social) as well as our guilds (small groups). . We’ll also share opportunities for you to get involved and, most importantly, enjoy each other’s fellowship.
You don’t have to be a member to attend, although of course we would love you to join the group.
Many women have told us they would love to get involved yet can’t commit a lot of time. That’s okay – there are plenty of one or two hour service opportunities for you to contribute your time or talent.
Don’t miss out on our next gathering on Monday, May 6th in the Holy Family Chapel.
Doors open at 7 p.m., meeting starts at 7:30 p.m.
We look forward to seeing you there! If you have any questions or topics you’d like included in these meetings, please send us an email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
FROM THE COMMUNITY
From Our Catholic High Schools
April 11, 2024
Dear SPC Families,
I pray you all enjoyed a joyful Easter! We are excited to be back for the last few months of school. Please make sure to note all the calendar notes below; the end of the year is always a very busy one. On Monday, we all enjoyed coming back to school for the Solar Eclipse! It was fun to be together outside watching the eclipse together as a school community!
Congratulations 5th Grade STEAM Teams!
Congratulations to two of our 5th Grade STEAM teams who won Honorable Mention Awards from the Toshiba/NSTA ExploraVision 2023-2024 Competition! The Honorable Mention awards place them among the top 10% of all ExploraVision projects submitted to the national competition this year. The 4th and 5th grade students researched, engineered, and designed a technology that may be available in the near future. Congratulations to Molly and Emily, who designed a Robotic Air Crew, and Parker, Nate, Jace, and Ryan, who designed a Bladeless Wind Generator. Great job, future engineers!!
LENTEN ALMSGIVING
We are excited to announce that we have contributed over $3000 to the Lenten Almsgiving project with Catholic Extension. The school funds will be combined with the parish collections.
ENDOWMENT MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS:
The Endowment Committee is excited to announce the merit-based scholarships available to current SPC students returning for the 2024-2025 school year. Each year the Endowment administers five merit-based, named scholarships totaling $3,750:
- Pastoral Leadership Award- We are pleased to invite current 5th and 6th grade students to apply. Three monetary awards of $750 will be given to students who demonstrate the qualities of leadership and service to others.
- Maureen Kelly McCambridge Scholarship- We are pleased to invite current 7th grade students to apply for this $1000 scholarship established in Maureen’s honor and memory.
- McHugh Downes New Family Welcome Award- This $500 award is available to new families who, for the first time during the 2023-2024 school year, have students in K-7th grades and are returning to SPC for a second year. It will be granted to welcome a new family to the SPC community.
The submission deadline for the Endowment Merit-Based Scholarships is April 18, 2024.
Please click here for detailed information concerning each scholarship and its respective criteria.
WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD
Next week, we are excited to celebrate our youngest students at SPC! Preschool - 3rd grade families, please be sure to check your emails we sent out yesterday with VIP Day details, permission slips, and more important information regarding next week. Week of the Young Child Schedule, click here.
ANNIE JR.
The sun will come out tomorrow! Please click here for your tickets! Our actors have been practicing, so please join us in May for a wonderful show! Students will get a small sneak peek during school, but please join us for the entire show! Please see more information below.
SHORTS!
Beginning on April 15th, students may wear uniform shorts to school!
SUMMER CAMPS–There is still space!
We are excited about our fun menu of summer enrichment camps for three weeks this coming summer! Registration is now open for all current SPC students and incoming new SPC students! Click here for the Summer Camp brochure, which includes the registration link.
FINAL 24-25 SCHOOL CALENDAR
We have finalized the 24-25 school calendar and uploaded it into the Google calendar, so please check to see if it has synced with your phones. Click Here.
Click here to download the pdf.
SAVE THE DATES APRIL-MAY (I can’t believe how fast the year has gone!)
APRIL 15-19: Week of the Young Child
APRIL 19: VIP DAY Grades Preschool-3
APRIL 26: Career Day Grades 4–8
MAY 6-10: Teacher Appreciation Week
MAY 8: Trip to Springfield Grades 6-7
MAY 15: May Crowning – 2nd and 8th grade can bring two guests to Mass. More details will follow later. Mass is at 1:00 pm.
MAY 15 & 16: SPC Spring Musical, Annie
MAY 21-24: Spring Book Fair
MAY 31: SPC Olympics
Peace,
Dr. Erika Mickelburgh
MORE SCHOOL NEWS & HAPPENINGS
Week of the Young Child April 15-19
We will be collecting books for Bernie's Book Drive during the weeks of April 15-19 and April 22-26. So, if you are organizing and cleaning out your bookshelves over the next few weeks, we have just the place for your book donations!
Please click here for information.
The SPC School Board will have 3 open positions for the upcoming 2024-25 school year. We invite parents and parish members to consider taking a leadership role and participate on the school board.
As an advisory board, our school board assists our Principal, Dr. Erika Mickelburgh, in formulating and implementing policies and procedures to run our parish school. The school board meets monthly during the school year. Board activities include finance, academic education, religious education, public relations, technology and building planning.
The eligibility requirements for the Board are as follows:
1. 21 years of age or older;
2. registered member of the Parish;
3. no full-time or part-time employees of the school or immediate member of the family of an employee shall be eligible for Board membership;
4. genuine interest in Catholic education;
5. ability to work with others to achieve consensus;
6. available for meeting and committee work;
7. ability to maintain confidentiality and exhibit the highest levels of respect and integrity.
If you are interested in participating on the school board, please email Siobhan Haugh at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The nomination deadline is Tuesday, April 16, 2024.
Annie Jr. hits the SPC Stage May 15th and 16th!
Annie Playbill Shout Outs
We know you are just as excited as our young thespians about the upcoming production of Annie Jr! You have the perfect opportunity to shout out your favorite actors in the playbill. Please click here for the details.
Save the Date! Spring Art Show April 14, 2024!
5 Tips for Talking to Teen Boys About Mental Health
Free Well being Course for Teens: Yale University
SPC ATHLETICS
For more information, please email Mrs. Kelly Spanos at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.t.
FROM THE PARISH
We have an active and vibrant parish and encourage everyone to read the weekly bulletins for Fr. James' weekly letter and stay informed about all upcoming events and programs.
Please click here for the latest bulletin.
Please click here for Fr. James' "The Daily" - Daily Mass Readings and Reflections
St. Paul's Vacation Bible School - For Incoming PK 4 yrs - 5th-Graders
Join us for a week of morning fun and faith, here at St. Paul of the Cross' VBS Program - Table of Plenty, June 17 - 21! Students entering PK 4 through 5th grade in the Fall are welcome to register. Please click here for the fillable pdf.
Rising Star Scholarship Application - Attention 8th Grade Boys
Attention Current 8th Grade Female Students Attending ANY Catholic High School in the Fall of 2024
Deadline: Friday, May 3, 2024
St. Paul of the Cross Women’s Group, the Apostolate of Women (AOW), is accepting applications for its annual Catholic Education Scholarship award. This scholarship is open to young women of the parish who are currently in 8th grade and will be attending a Catholic High School in the Fall of 2024. Two winners will receive a $1,000 scholarship for tuition at any Catholic High School in the Chicagoland area. This is an achievement/merit based scholarship and is not based on financial need.
Please click here for the details and application requirements.
Introducing Monthly SPC Women's Group Gatherings!
The SPC Women’s Group, also known as the Apostolate of Women, will now gather monthly to meet new and old friends and to provide all women of the parish with updates on recent activities of our pillars (Spiritual, Service, and Social) as well as our guilds (small groups). . We’ll also share opportunities for you to get involved and, most importantly, enjoy each other’s fellowship.
You don’t have to be a member to attend, although of course we would love you to join the group.
Many women have told us they would love to get involved yet can’t commit a lot of time. That’s okay – there are plenty of one or two hour service opportunities for you to contribute your time or talent.
Don’t miss out on our upcoming gatherings (doors open at 7 p.m., meeting starts at 7:30 p.m.):
· Tuesday, April 9 in the Holy Family Chapel
· Monday, May 6 in the Holy Family Chapel
We look forward to seeing you there! If you have any questions or topics you’d like included in these meetings, please send us an email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
FROM THE COMMUNITY
From Our Catholic High Schools
Loyola Academy Spring Events for Junior High Students
March 21, 2024
Dear SPC Families,
This is a friendly reminder that there will be no Thursday mailing next week. We will resume the Thursday Mailing on April 11th. I pray you all have a blessed Easter with family and friends. When we return after the break, our early childhood will have their Easter Parade and celebrate by saying “Alleluia” once again!
EASTER BREAK:
We will dismiss next Wednesday afternoon, March 27th, for Easter Break and resume school on April 8th.
LENTEN ALMSGIVING
We will be wrapping up our almsgiving collections next week, so please make sure your students return their collections to the school office. Click here for information on the Lenten Almsgiving Project.
SOLAR ECLIPSE APRIL 8th
When we return to school on April 8th, we will also have an opportunity to view the solar eclipse. We have secured the proper glasses and will be taking students in K-8 outside to view the eclipse. Many classes will be planning some eclipse activities for their classes. If you DO NOT want your child to go outside to view the eclipse, please let the classroom teacher know directly.
SUMMER CAMPS–There is still space!
We are excited about our fun menu of summer enrichment camps for three weeks this coming summer! Registration is now open for all current SPC students and incoming new SPC students! Click here for the Summer Camp brochure, which includes the registration link.
FINAL 24-25 SCHOOL CALENDAR
We have finalized the 24-25 school calendar and will upload it into the Google calendar shortly. Click here to download the pdf.
SAVE THE DATES APRIL-MAY (I can’t believe how fast the year has gone!)
APRIL 15-19: Week of the Young Child
APRIL 19: VIP DAY Grades Preschool-3
APRIL 26: Career Day Grades 4–8
MAY 6-10: Teacher Appreciation Week
MAY 8: Trip to Springfield Grades 6-7
MAY 15: May Crowning – 2nd and 8th grade can bring two guests to Mass. More details will follow later. Mass is at 1:00 pm.
MAY 15 & 16: SPC Spring Musical, Annie
MAY 21-24: Spring Book Fair
MAY 31: SPC Olympics
ENDOWMENT MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS:
The Endowment Committee is excited to announce the merit-based scholarships available to current SPC students returning for the 2024-2025 school year. Each year the Endowment administers five merit-based, named scholarships totaling $3,750:
- Pastoral Leadership Award- We are pleased to invite current 5th and 6th grade students to apply. Three monetary awards of $750 will be given to students who demonstrate the qualities of leadership and service to others.
- Maureen Kelly McCambridge Scholarship- We are pleased to invite current 7th grade students to apply for this $1000 scholarship established in Maureen’s honor and memory.
- McHugh Downes New Family Welcome Award- This $500 award is available to new families who, for the first time during the 2023-2024 school year, have students in K-7th grades and are returning to SPC for a second year. It will be granted to welcome a new family to the SPC community.
The submission deadline for the Endowment Merit-Based Scholarships is April 18, 2024.
Please click here for detailed information concerning each scholarship and its respective criteria.
Peace,
Dr. Erika Mickelburgh
MORE SCHOOL NEWS & HAPPENINGS
Week of the Young Child April 15-19
We are excited for a fantastic week celebrating Week of the Young Child and will share the detailed schedule after Easter Break.
We will be collecting books for Bernie's Book Drive during the weeks of April 15-19 and April 22-26. So, if you are organizing and cleaning out your bookshelves over the next few weeks, we have just the place for your book donations!
Please click here for information.
Save the Dates! Annie Jr. hits the SPC Stage May 15th and 16th!
We know you are just as excited as our young thespians about the upcoming production of Annie Jr! You have the perfect opportunity to shout out your favorite actors in the playbill. Please click here for the details.
Save the Date! Spring Art Show April 14, 2024!
Elyssa's Mission Newsletter
A reminder for parents to be vigilant in monitoring their teen's mental health and suicide prevention.
Deadline to order a 2023-2024 SPC Yearbook is Monday, April 1st 2024
If you are not sure if you have already ordered a yearbook, please contact Mrs. McCallister at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. before ordering. Tree Ring does send a confirmation email when you order.
Please click here to download all the details about ordering your yearbooks.
SPC ATHLETICS
For more information, please email Mrs. Kelly Spanos at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.t.
SPC Football Fall 2024!
If you would like to help and coach our football program or be an active football board member in the upcoming 2024-25 school year, please complete this Google Form.
FROM THE PARISH
We have an active and vibrant parish and encourage everyone to read the weekly bulletins for Fr. James' weekly letter and stay informed about all upcoming events and programs.
Please click here for the latest bulletin.
Please click here for Fr. James' "The Daily" - Daily Mass Readings and Reflections
Blood Drive This Sunday, March 24th 8:00 am until 2:00 pm
Each year, the Holy Family Guild of St. Paul of the Cross Church hosts a blood drive to help support the needs of patients in our area who desperately need blood transfusions. The nation is experiencing a critical blood shortage! Unfortunately, every 2 seconds someone in this country needs blood due to disease or severe injury.
The blood drive will be held this coming Sunday, March 24th, at the Morello Parish Life Center (GYM) 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
If you would like to make an appointment, or have any questions, please contact Christine Perille, (847) 494-5150 or Eileen Kaczmarek (847) 533-7952 or go to www.Vitalant.org and use code ORD0RG08 to reserve your spot.
Donor eligibility has been expanded so if you have any medical/travel questions please call 877-258-4825 option #1. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome!
Plus, get a free Culver’s coupon - “Give a Pint, Get a Pint”
Thank you!
St. Paul's Vacation Bible School - For Incoming PK 4 yrs - 5th-Graders
Join us for a week of morning fun and faith, here at St. Paul of the Cross' VBS Program - Table of Plenty, June 17 - 21! Students entering PK 4 through 5th grade in the Fall are welcome to register. Please click here for the fillable pdf.
TONIGHT! Thursday, March 21st, Harp & Fiddle at 6:00 pm
It is that time of year again, brothers! March Madness 2024. This year's event will be held at Harp and Fiddle tonight, March 21st beginning at 6:00 pm. For $60 per person, our members will receive 3 HOURS of OPEN BAR, quality appetizers and brotherhood. You also be able to test your luck at games of chance via strip cards and squares.
Lastly, one of the goals for the Men's Club in 2024 is to grow enrollment in our highly desired Club. Please grab a buddy and use this event as an entree for a new member. Let's let others see everything the Men's Club represents - camaraderie, service, faith, tomfoolery, etc.
Pay via Paypal by clicking on the link below.
2024 March Madness
Rising Star Scholarship Application - Attention 8th Grade Boys
Attention Current 8th Grade Female Students Attending ANY Catholic High School in the Fall of 2024
Deadline: Friday, May 3, 2024
St. Paul of the Cross Women’s Group, the Apostolate of Women (AOW), is accepting applications for its annual Catholic Education Scholarship award. This scholarship is open to young women of the parish who are currently in 8th grade and will be attending a Catholic High School in the Fall of 2024. Two winners will receive a $1,000 scholarship for tuition at any Catholic High School in the Chicagoland area. This is an achievement/merit based scholarship and is not based on financial need.
Please click here for the details and application requirements.
Introducing Monthly SPC Women's Group Gatherings!
The SPC Women’s Group, also known as the Apostolate of Women, will now gather monthly to meet new and old friends and to provide all women of the parish with updates on recent activities of our pillars (Spiritual, Service, and Social) as well as our guilds (small groups). . We’ll also share opportunities for you to get involved and, most importantly, enjoy each other’s fellowship.
You don’t have to be a member to attend, although of course we would love you to join the group.
Many women have told us they would love to get involved yet can’t commit a lot of time. That’s okay – there are plenty of one or two hour service opportunities for you to contribute your time or talent.
Don’t miss out on our upcoming gatherings (doors open at 7 p.m., meeting starts at 7:30 p.m.):
· Tuesday, April 9 in the Holy Family Chapel
· Monday, May 6 in the Holy Family Chapel
We look forward to seeing you there! If you have any questions or topics you’d like included in these meetings, please send us an email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
FROM THE COMMUNITY
From Our Catholic High Schools
Loyola Academy Spring Events for Junior High Students
March 14, 2024
Dear SPC Families,
Happy Almost St. Patrick’s Day! A reminder that everyone can wear their green tomorrow, and for all the Italians, we can wear red on Tuesday for St. Joseph!
STUDENT COUNCIL SPONSORS SPRING SPIRIT WEEK!
Student Council is sponsoring Spring Spirit Week from March 18th to 22nd. We hope to see you join in the fun!
Magic Kingdom Monday -
Dress like a Disney, Pixar, Marvel, or Star Wars character, or wear a fun Disney shirt. You can even accessorize with Mickey ears or a headband.
Tunes Tuesday - Turn up the beat on Tunes Tuesday. Dress like your favorite musician or wear your favorite band shirt. You can even make fan posters.
Wonka Wednesday - Come with me into a world of imagination on Wonka Wednesday. Dress up as a character from any Wonka movie or wear Wonka-inspired clothes.
Tropical Thursday - Dress like it’s a heatwave! Wear tropical shirts, hats, sunglasses, and any other accessories!
Fancy Friday - You’re an SPC VIP! Pose on the red carpet for the camera. Dress up fancy, and homerooms can compete for the best outfits of the day.
SPRING CLUBS!
Please click here for the list of fun Spring Clubs. We will send a link tomorrow at 9:00 am to open Registration.
SUMMER CAMPS–There is still space!
We are excited about our fun menu of summer enrichment camps for three weeks this coming summer! Registration is now open for all current SPC students and incoming new SPC students! Click here for the Summer Camp brochure, which includes the registration link.
Peace,
Dr. Erika Mickelburgh
SPC HOME & SCHOOL ASSOCIATION
Time: Mar 15, 2024 08:00 AM Central Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/
Meeting ID: 878 7677 9477
Passcode: 2wUxUt
SPC ATHLETICS
For more information, please email Mrs. Kelly Spanos at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.t.
SPC Football Fall 2024!
If you would like to help and coach our football program or be an active football board member in the upcoming 2024-25 school year, please complete this Google Form.
MORE SCHOOL NEWS
Save the Dates! Annie Jr. hits the SPC Stage May 15th and 16th!
We know you are just as excited as our young thespians about the upcoming production of Annie Jr! You have the perfect opportunity to shout out your favorite actors in the playbill. Please click here for the details.
Save the Date! Spring Art Show April 14, 2024!
Elyssa's Mission Newsletter
A reminder for parents to be vigilant in monitoring their teen's mental health and suicide prevention.
Deadline to order a 2023-2024 SPC Yearbook is Monday, April 1st 2024
If you are not sure if you have already ordered a yearbook, please contact Mrs. McCallister at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. before ordering. Tree Ring does send a confirmation email when you order.
Please click here to download all the details about ordering your yearbooks.
FROM THE PARISH
We have an active and vibrant parish and encourage everyone to read the weekly bulletins for Fr. James' weekly letter and stay informed about all upcoming events and programs.
Please click here for the latest bulletin.
Please click here for Fr. James' "The Daily" - Daily Mass Readings and Reflections
Thursday, March 24th, Harp & Fiddle at 6:00 pm
It is that time of year again, brothers! March Madness 2024. This year's event will be held at Harp and Fiddle on March 21st beginning at 6:00 pm. For $60 per person, our members will receive 3 HOURS of OPEN BAR, quality appetizers and brotherhood. You also be able to test your luck at games of chance via strip cards and squares.
Lastly, one of the goals for the Men's Club in 2024 is to grow enrollment in our highly desired Club. Please grab a buddy and use this event as an entree for a new member. Let's let others see everything the Men's Club represents - camaraderie, service, faith, tomfoolery, etc.
Pay via Paypal by clicking on the link below.
2024 March Madness
Blood Drive Sunday, March 24th 8:00 am until 2:00 pm
Each year, the Holy Family Guild of St. Paul of the Cross Church hosts a blood drive to help support the needs of patients in our area who desperately need blood transfusions. The nation is experiencing a critical blood shortage! Unfortunately, every 2 seconds someone in this country needs blood due to disease or severe injury.
The blood drive will be held on Sunday March 24th at the Morello Parish Life Center (GYM) 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
If you would like to make an appointment, or have any questions, please contact Christine Perille, (847) 494-5150 or Eileen Kaczmarek (847) 533-7952 or go to www.Vitalant.org and use code ORD0RG08 to reserve your spot.
Donor eligibility has been expanded so if you have any medical/travel questions please call 877-258-4825 option #1. Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome!
Plus, get a free Culver’s coupon - “Give a Pint, Get a Pint”
Thank you!
Volunteers Needed Lenten Fish Fry Tomorrow
The annual St. Paul of the Cross Lenten Fish Fry is tomorrow night, Friday, March 15, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., sponsored by the Knights of Columbus and the SPC Women's Group. there are many fun volunteer opportunities to make the evening a success! Please click here for details!
Introducing Monthly SPC Women's Group Gatherings!
The SPC Women’s Group, also known as the Apostolate of Women, will now gather monthly to meet new and old friends and to provide all women of the parish with updates on recent activities of our pillars (Spiritual, Service, and Social) as well as our guilds (small groups). . We’ll also share opportunities for you to get involved and, most importantly, enjoy each other’s fellowship.
You don’t have to be a member to attend, although of course we would love you to join the group.
Many women have told us they would love to get involved yet can’t commit a lot of time. That’s okay – there are plenty of one or two hour service opportunities for you to contribute your time or talent.
Don’t miss out on our upcoming gatherings (doors open at 7 p.m., meeting starts at 7:30 p.m.):
· Tuesday, April 9 in the Holy Family Chapel
· Monday, May 6 in the Holy Family Chapel
We look forward to seeing you there! If you have any questions or topics you’d like included in these meetings, please send us an email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
FROM THE COMMUNITY
Catholic High Schools
Regina Dominican Write Night for 6th- 8th Graders March 15, 2024
Loyola Academy Spring Events for Junior High Students
March 7, 2024
Dear SPC Families,
I hope you are all enjoying Roundball Week and Parent Teacher Conferences! I want to thank Mr. Fletcher and Mr. Haugh for all their hard work coordinating SPC March Madness! The gym has been filled with school spirit and excitement, and we are all looking forward to the Championship games on Saturday! Thank you to Mrs. Connolly and the Roundball Cafe crew for ensuring your children are filled with healthy treats all week long! Roundball Week 2024 has been a huge success, and I am grateful to all the volunteers who are making it happen!
LENTEN ALMSGIVING:
We are excited to announce our 2024 partnership with Catholic Extension!
This week, Seminarian Lee came to talk to all of our students in grades K-8 about his journey as a seminarian and what his life as a priest will be like in Wyoming when he returns to the Diocese of Cheyanne after he is ordained in two years. Please click here for an overview of this year's project.
I encourage you to talk to your students about the Lenten project now that they know where their donations will go! This is not a "ask mom and dad for money" situation; it is time for students to make choices and work to help the missionary priests. Below are some ways to talk to your children about almsgiving. If your child brings in $1 or $50, the important thing is they contribute themselves in any way possible. Simply bring the money to the homeroom, and we will collect the funds.
Over the past seven years, we have partnered with Catholic Extension for our Lenten Almsgiving. What the parish and school have been able to accomplish during this time is truly amazing. I have been blessed to visit some of the projects and see firsthand the transformative nature of the donations. Please click here for an overview of projects throughout the years.
TUITION 2024-2035 SCHOOL YEAR
The finance committee and School Advisory Board have approved a 4% tuition increase for the 24-25 school year. In addition, given we are now a 1:1 iPad school, we will be instituting a $85/child iPad fee K-8 to replace the $100 4-8 Chrome Book fee. The 8th Grade Fee will cover all graduation fees and all 8th-grade activities, sweatshirts, Mothers' Luncheon, Dinner Dance, etc. CLICK HERE FOR THE 24-25 Tuition
TUITION ASSISTANCE APPLICATION
We recognize that some families require assistance with tuition to attend SPC. Please click here to complete the tuition assistance application:
Opens: February 1, 2024
Closes: April 9, 2024
Application Fee: $30 for the 2024-25 school year
You will need the following tax documentation:
2022 Tax Return
2023 W2
SUMMER CAMP
We are excited about our fun menu of summer enrichment camps for students for three weeks this coming summer! Registration is now open for all current SPC students and incoming new SPC students! Click here for the Summer Camp brochure, which includes the registration link.
Peace,
Dr. Erika Mickelburgh
Used Uniform Sale - TODAY March 7th! Come by for some very gently used uniform items, then stay for some exciting Roundball action.
SPC Home & School Association
The next HSA meeting will be on Friday, March 15th at 8am in Duffin Hall. We hope to see you there! 
SPC ATHLETICS
For more information, please email Mrs. Kelly Spanos at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.t.
SPC Football Fall 2024!
If you would like to help and coach our football program or be an active football board member in the upcoming 2024-25 school year, please complete this Google Form.
MORE SCHOOL NEWS
Save the Date! Spring Art Show April 14, 2024!
Deadline to order a 2023-2024 SPC Yearbook is Monday, April 1st 2024
If you are not sure if you have already ordered a yearbook, please contact Mrs. McCallister at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. before ordering. Tree Ring does send a confirmation email when you order.
Please click here to download all the details about ordering your yearbooks.
FROM THE PARISH
We have an active and vibrant parish and encourage everyone to read the weekly bulletins for Fr. James' weekly letter and stay informed about all upcoming events and programs.
Please click here for the latest bulletin.
Please click here for Fr. James' "The Daily" - Daily Mass Readings and Reflections
Volunteers Needed Lenten Fish Fry
The annual St. Paul of the Cross Lenten Fish Fry Friday, March 15, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., sponsored by the Knights of Columbus and the SPC Women's Group, will be held Friday March 15, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. There are many fun volunteer opportunities to make the evening a success! Please click here for details!
Introducing Monthly SPC Women's Group Gatherings!
The SPC Women’s Group, also known as the Apostolate of Women, will now gather monthly to meet new and old friends and to provide all women of the parish with updates on recent activities of our pillars (Spiritual, Service, and Social) as well as our guilds (small groups). . We’ll also share opportunities for you to get involved and, most importantly, enjoy each other’s fellowship.
You don’t have to be a member to attend, although of course we would love you to join the group.
Many women have told us they would love to get involved yet can’t commit a lot of time. That’s okay – there are plenty of one or two hour service opportunities for you to contribute your time or talent.
Don’t miss out on our upcoming gatherings (doors open at 7 p.m., meeting starts at 7:30 p.m.):
· Tuesday, March 12 in Duffin Hall
· Tuesday, April 9 in the Holy Family Chapel
· Monday, May 6 in the Holy Family Chapel
We look forward to seeing you there! If you have any questions or topics you’d like included in these meetings, please send us an email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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