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We’re In This Together<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Boys Town Social Skill of the Week (Jan. 20 – 24): Disagreeing appropriately<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Look at the person<\/li>\n
  2. Use a pleasant voice tone<\/li>\n
  3. Say “I understand how you feel”<\/li>\n
  4. Tell why you feel differently<\/li>\n
  5. Give a reason<\/li>\n
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    Virtue of the Week (Jan. 20 – 24): Respect- Speaking and acting according to one’s own and others’ rights, status, and circumstances.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Important Dates<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

    January 20<\/strong> – No School<\/span><\/p>\n

    January 26-31<\/strong> – Catholic Schools Week<\/span><\/p>\n

    January 27<\/strong> – PTO Meeting at 5:30pm in the Parish Hall<\/span><\/p>\n

    January 31<\/strong> – 1:00 PM Dismissal; Jeans Day with $0.50 Mission Money; Before & After School Extended Care Available\/ Family Dance from 6-8pm in the Gym<\/span><\/span><\/h4>\n

    February 3<\/strong> – Pius Open House\/ 8th Grade<\/span><\/h4>\n

    February 13<\/strong> – Valentine Exchange\/ Noon dismissal\/ No lunch\/ No Extended Care\/ Parent Teacher Conferences & Learning Fair, 1:00 PM -7:00 PM\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n

    February 17<\/strong> <\/span>– No School\/ Kindergarten Preview\/Preschool Preview<\/h4>\n

    *Genesis Might Camp flyer for no school days: https:\/\/www.namartyrs.org\/school\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/NSDC-flier-4.pdf<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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    Mental Health Matters<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

    Playtime isn\u2019t just about having fun\u2014it\u2019s an essential part of your child\u2019s development. Through play, kids explore their emotions, build social skills, and learn to solve problems. Play also gives them a healthy outlet for stress. Whether it\u2019s a structured game or imaginative free play, making time for fun strengthens their mental health.”
    Here are a few playful ideas to try this week:
    – Create a scavenger hunt indoors or outside.
    – Build a pillow fort and let your child\u2019s imagination run wild.
    – Share a favorite childhood game or story with them.
    – Play strengthens your relationship and helps kids feel safe and supported.<\/p>\n

    These small moments of connection can strengthen your bond and give your child the confidence to share their inner world.<\/span><\/p>\n

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    Safe Environment Training Update<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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    Everyday Shopping\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

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    Currently, the Parish and school have received $499.19 in December. By purchasing gift cards from RaiseRight at full value for retailers you already buy from, you can support North American Martyrs. 50% of this school year\u2019s (2024-2025) family rebate earnings can be credited toward next school year\u2019s NAM school tuition (2025-2026) for Preschool\u20138th grade.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Log into www.raiseright.com<\/a><\/u>, and use Enrollment Code:\u00a03545FDFE4858<\/b>\u00a0to make sure the funds come to NAM.<\/p>\n

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    Volunteer Opportunities\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

    New volunteer opportunities are now available!\u00a0 \u00a0Volunteer \u2013 North American Martyrs Catholic School (namartyrs.org)<\/a><\/p>\n

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    NAM Sports<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Girls Basketball<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0 Check out the schedule below to support our junior high girls basketball team.<\/p>\n

    https:\/\/www.namartyrs.org\/school\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/2025-Girls-Basketball-Schedule.pdf<\/a><\/p>\n

    Lunch Information<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n

    Print the lunch menu here!<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/h4>\n

    Lunch Menu Changes – January 22: No Sandwich<\/span><\/p>\n

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    PTO: Let’s Glow! CSW Family Dance<\/a> Click the link to sign up to help with the dance.<\/p>\n

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    On Monday, January 27th, all are welcome to join the PTO meeting at 6pm in the parish hall. The PTO will share their upcoming fundraiser. This year, they have stepped away from POP and will facilitate a similar\u00a0fundraiser in house using the platform, Raise Craze, which allows our school to keep 90% plus of the donations. Save the date! On Monday, January 27th<\/sup>\u00a0we will kick off our annual fundraiser. Stay tuned for more information and we hope to see you at our next meeting. To learn more, watch this 2-minute video: \u00a0https:\/\/vimeo.com\/103130774<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/div>\n