February 19, 2026 – St. Paul of the Cross Catholic School

Principal’s Message

Dear SPC Families,

As we enter the second week of Lent, we are reminded that this sacred season calls us to prayer, sacrifice, and gratitude. Lent invites us to slow down, reflect, and draw closer to Christ through simple acts of love and service. I am continually inspired by the way our SPC community embraces this journey with such faithfulness and generosity. Your partnership in nurturing both the spiritual and academic growth of our students is a true blessing.

I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to our incredible Home & School Association for their tireless fundraising efforts and thoughtful event planning. Their dedication behind the scenes is a tremendous gift to our school. So much of SPC’s success is made possible through their commitment, creativity, and countless volunteer hours. We are deeply grateful for the energy and care they pour into strengthening our community.

To all of our parents, thank you for the many ways you so selflessly share your time, talents, and treasures. Whether volunteering in classrooms, supporting school initiatives, cheering from the sidelines, or lifting our community up in prayer, your partnership makes SPC the special place it is. We are truly blessed by your generosity and unwavering support.

This Sunday, our Winter Athletics teams will host the 10:30 a.m. Family Mass in the Holy Family Chapel. All are warmly invited to join us as we gather in faith and fellowship. It is always a joy to see our students take active roles in celebrating the Eucharist, and we look forward to worshiping together as one SPC family.

Finally, Nurse Kari will be joining me next Wednesday, February 25, for Coffee with the Principal. We will be discussing lice and other communicable illnesses that can occasionally circulate among our students, and we hope this conversation will provide helpful information and reassurance. We look forward to gathering together for this informative and supportive discussion.

May your Lenten journey continue to be filled with grace and peace. Thank you for being such an essential part of our SPC family.

Calendar of Events

Friday, Feb 20:
- Young Men’s Club Grades 4-8 at 6 pm Notre Dame HS
Saturday, February 21:
- H&S Sweetheart Dance – Details Below
Sunday, February 22:
- Family Mass 10:30 am
Tuesday, February 24:
- 8th Grade Graduation Picture Retakes
- Mass 9:45 am
- School Advisory Board Meeting (Executive Only) 6:30 pm
Wednesday, February 25:
- H&S Fundraiser: Mully’s
- 8:15am Coffee with the Principal
Thursday, February 26:
- H&S Fundraiser: Mully’s (Continued)
Friday, February 27:
- H&S Fundraiser Dress Down

Up and Coming

Conferences (Optional) March 5 & 6-More info on Friday
Round Ball March 1-7
Living Stations March 13

Gospel Reflection:

For Sunday, February 22, 2026, the Catholic Gospel reading is

Matthew 4:1-11, which narrates the Temptation of the Lord (Jesus in the desert). This marks the First Sunday of Lent, with readings focusing on the beginning of Jesus’s forty-day journey, temptation, and spiritual struggle.

With gratitude and blessings,
James White
Principal

Junior & Mom Classic!
Join us for our inaugural 4th – 8th grade “Junior & Mom Classic.” Tickets can be purchased here. Details below.

More School News & Happenings

Coffee with the Principal Wednesday, February 25, 2026 8:15-9:15 am
Staying Healthy at School: Lice & Other Communicable Diseases

Please join us for an informative and engaging Coffee with the Principal as we focus on student health and wellness at SPC.

Presenter: Nurse Kari Heideman
Topic: Lice and Additional Communicable Diseases

Nurse Kari will provide valuable information and practical guidance on:

Understanding head lice: prevention, identification, and treatment
Tips for mitigating the spread of lice
Additional precautions to reduce communicable illnesses in school
Best practices for keeping students healthy throughout the year
When to keep your child home and when it’s safe to return to school

The session will also include a demonstration of how lice checks are conducted at school, helping parents feel confident in what to look for and how we support student health.

This is a wonderful opportunity to ask questions, gain practical tools, and partner together to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all SPC students.

We hope you can join us for coffee, conversation, and important information about keeping our school community well!

SPC Athletics

Boy Scouts
The District is holding their annual Pinewood Derby on April 12th at Woodfield Mall.

Please click here to download the flyer with additional Information.

SPC Yearbooks
The deadline to order the 2025-2026 yearbook is Thursday, April 2nd!
Please click here for details and information.

Spring After School Clubs

Smiling Strings and Guitar Spring Sign Ups

Spring Chess Ed Registration
REGISTER NOW FOR THE SPRING AFTER-SCHOOL CHESS PROGRAM The 11-week after-school program takes place on Tuesdays from 2-3 pm and runs from 3/3/26 to 5/19/26.

Spring Spanish Club – Kdg-2nd Grade

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’ Weekly Letters