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2012-13 School Year Attendance Calendar
Next year's calendar is available now!
2012-13 School Year Attendance Calendar
Principal For The Day
Wednesday, May 2 Jake and Joey Castaldo were the Principals for the Day. They had a great time visiting classrooms, greeting the Fire Department, paying bills, and changing the parish outdoor sign among other things. They also gave a special Principal’s Decree that all the St. Philip students could have an extra outdoor recess.
2012-13 Volleyball/Basketball Registration
It is now time to register for sports for next fall and winter. Please carefully read the info included with the form and send in your registration with payment by the May 30. Registration Forms can be downloaded here.
May Calendar
The May Calendar is now available for download from the Calendars Page.

Stations of the Cross
Here are pictures from the 8th Grader's "Stations of the Cross".

Tech Inventory - Resources
Did you know that St. Philip's technology program is made up of much more than just computers in the computer lab? Please view this linked document to view a (somewhat) complete list of technology resources currently available to students and staff at out school.
Tech I-Inventory Resource List
VirtualBackpack
A reminder - many school-wide documents are available for viewing and/or download from our VirtualBackpack. Use the Navigation menu above and select "VirtualBackpack" to view those documents.
Registration for 2012-13 has begun
Current family registration is taking place at this time, Open registration for new families will take place beginning at 7AM on March 14, 2012. Prospective families, please see the Admissions page for information about admission into St. Philip the Apostle School. Rates for tuition and fees can be found here.
Innovation, Engagement, Connection
We welcome Diocesan Teachers on Friday, February 17 as they gather to learn and share together new technology ideas. Attendees are asked to enter through the main gym door. Please use the parking lots on either end of our building. If you have any questions or needs please contact the school office at (630)543-4130.

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TRIVIA NIGHT 2012 - Register Today!!

Don't miss out on the fun at Trivia Night this year!
Saturday, February 25th

Get your team of ten together, complete the registration form and return it to school as soon as possible.

If you are not familiar with Trivia Night, here is a link to a short video with some pics from previous year's events...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WtytMXWwqeE
If you didn't get the flyer and registration form through the school folder, please print the documents available here in the VirtualBackpack.

Please share the video link with family and friends!

Here are some practice questions to get you in the mood....

In what year will St. Philip the Apostle parish celebrate its 50 year anniversary?

What is Barack Obama's middle name?

What is different about Ernest Hemingway's Key West cats?

Who sang the national anthem at the 2012 Super Bowl?
In what year did the Chicago Cubs last win the World Series?
Preschool Expo
Our Preschool Director, Ms. Kondracki, will be appearing at this weekend's Preschool Expo this Saturday, February 4, 2012 from 10AM-2PM at the Addison Public Library.
See this article for details.
February Calendar available
You can access the current February calendar online.
Catholic Schools Week 2012

Catholic Schools: Faith, Academics, Service

January 29 – February 3

This year’s theme is “Catholic Schools: Faith, Academics, Service.” This year’s Catholic Schools Week will also be a time for us to honor the memory of Sister Barbara Elliott. St. Philip’s was very lucky to have her. She truly embodied this year’s theme of Faith, Academics, Service.

Sunday, January 29th:
We welcome Bishop Conlon and say congratulations to all of our young men and women as they become adults in the Church through the Sacrament of Confirmation.

Monday, January 30th:
Catholic Schools Week Opening Prayer Service at 9:30 AM in the church. We plan to honor Sister Barbara Elliott at this service.

Tuesday, January 31st:
Our Open House is from 8:30 – 11:30 AM and will include school tours for new and existing families as well as the Curriculum and Science Fair in the gym with a Reception in Room 1.

Wednesday, February 1st:
In the afternoon we will be treated to a Cultural Arts Program in the gym. This enthusiastic live program will feature some “Game Show Madness” that focuses on Health, Fitness, Mind and Body Awareness through interactive Challenges, Trivia and Teamwork. The students will receive a nice dessert treat after their lunch on this day.

Thursday, February 2nd:
The 8:00 AM Mass and Reception to follow will recognize all the volunteers who make St. Philip the Apostle School such a wonderful place to be. At 12:45 PM we will head to the gym for the 8^th Grade versus Faculty volleyball game. Later that evening the Parent Association will be hosting a Family Social Night at Xtreme Trampoline.

Friday, February 3rd:
There will be no school for students as we take the opportunity as a staff to have Mass and a Retreat Day.
2012-13 School Registration Info
On March 1, 2012, Registration Packets will be sent to all current School families. They will be due by March 9, 2012.

At-large registration for families that are new to St. Philips will be held in person at the school on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 beginning at 7AM.
Pennies From Heaven Collection
Click here for more information about our project, in remembrance of Sr. Barbara Elliott.
Trivia Night

Save the date: Saturday, February 25th... more details forthcoming.
Click here to view the flyer.

Tuesday Night Out
Tuesday Night Out - Download this flyer for coupons!
No cooking, No cleaning, Support local restaurants, Support St. Philip School

These restaurants have offered to donate 10-20% to St. Philip from all sales with coupons on the specified dates. Just clip one of the coupons, bring it in with you
and enjoy a Tuesday Night Out!

EVERY MONTH (Oct – May)
1st Tuesday – Culver’s of Addison
2nd Tuesday – McDonald’s of Addison
3rd Tuesday – Stav’s Kitchen
4th Tuesday – Franky’s Red Hots

Share the coupons with friends, family and neighbors. The more
participation, the better!!

School Calendar for 2011-12 School Year
The new calendar for next year is now available online here on the Calendars page.
Parent Association Information for 2011-12 School Year
Please visit the Parent Association Webpage for new information pertaining to forming Association Board positions and chairpersons for the 2011-2012 school year.

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Joliet

School Mission Statement:

St. Philip the Apostle School is committed to a Catholic Education based on the Church's call to "Teach as Jesus Did." The mission of St. Philip's School is to embrace the values of Jesus, and in a faith centered environment, to promote the spiritual, academic, emotional and social development of each child.

United with the parish community and in partnership with parents, St. Philip the Apostle School strives to teach the message of Jesus, to share a Christian commitment to service, and to foster academic excellence. Together we aspire to encourage the unique gifts and talents of our students, thereby helping them to reach fullest potential, and preparing them to meet the challenges of a culturally diverse and changing world.