SAINT ANN SCHOOL

Based on a note from the Superintendent of Catholic Schools, in accordance with the new interpretation from the Governor’s Office regarding Executive Order 175, the Diocese of Trenton is stating the following as it pertains to the Catholic schools in the Diocese. Masks on employed adults are optional. This includes teaching staff, members of the administration, and non-contract employees. Masks on children are optional as well. If a parent deems a mask is significant to the safety of their respective child(ren) they are encouraged to have their child(ren) wear a mask within the school. If a health situation, as determined by the local Health Department/Authorities, arises for which the wearing of a mask is deemed essential for the school population or its employees to safely and effectively be engaged within the school community, then the wearing of a mask will be reintroduced. Please note that this is subject to revision based on the Delta variant of the virus and other potential increased risk factors. As always reach out to our principal, Mr. C if you have any questions, need clarification, or have a concern.

Saint Ann School Families, this month of July, get ready to lace up your sneakers! Beginning today, we are starting a Summer Fit-A-Thon, a special fundraiser to help to offset some of the expenses for the building of a new school playground. This year we had to remove our previous play structure from the playground, due to irreparable damage that had occurred on many segments of the structure which made it unsafe for students' usage. The cost for the equipment, replacing the surface mulch, and the installation charges are going to cost more than $40,000 – this is with a more than 40% discounted rate. We need your help! We ask that all students get pledges from family and friends and complete 20 minutes of exercise per day. Keep track of your minutes exercised because there will be prizes awarded at the conclusion of the Fit-A-Thon! We are excited to streamline our fundraiser by going online with 99Pledges and we are shooting for 100% participation so no amount is too small. Our PTA is also stepping up and assisting with the cost. As part of their fundraising efforts, to specifically assist with the cost of the playground, they will be hosting a "Rita’s fundraiser" on July 22 from 5-8 pm at the 2070 Brunswick Pike Rita’s location. So get ready, get set, and pledge!

Are you a 5th grader? Then this year for you will be a walk in the park! Dear 5th Grade parents, you don't want to miss this AMAZING opportunity! For the remainder of the school year, U.S. fifth-graders can bring their families to any national parks, national forests/grasslands, wildlife refuges, and other Department of the Interior, U.S. Forest Service, and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers- managed public land- for FREE!" This opportunity is usually provided for 4th graders, but since 4th-grade students missed out last year because of the pandemic, the Department of the Interior is providing this pass for the current 5th graders. For more information, visit nps.gov and the website will provide you with information, the voucher you can print, rules, and general questions. This offer expires on August 31, 2021.