We lift our prayers to Jesus, confident in His merciful response. We pray for our students, that they may grow in wisdom through their teachers, deepen their faith through their leaders, and develop virtue through fellowship with one another. We ask for grace to understand the teachings of Christ and His Church, and for strength to faithfully follow God’s commandments.
We pray to the Lord.
Dear Holy Family Catholic School Families and Friends,
We are delighted to invite you to celebrate Catholic Schools Week, which begins this Sunday, January 25th. This year’s theme, “Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community,” reflects our mission to form students as faithful disciples, engaged citizens, and future leaders who will enrich society through the Gospel message and Christian witness.
Catholic schools serve three essential purposes: forming well-rounded individuals in mind, body, and spirit; nurturing students toward their ultimate calling to become saints; and inspiring lives of service rooted in Catholic social teaching. We are privileged to celebrate these pillars of Catholic education throughout the coming week.
Join Us for Catholic Schools Week
We invite our entire school community to participate in this annual celebration of the exceptional education we provide at Holy Family Catholic School. Our week of activities will showcase our students’ achievements and the vibrant community we have built together.
We encourage all students to wear their Mass uniforms or spirit wear to Mass this Sunday, January 25th. Throughout the week, we will celebrate the shared values that unite Catholic schools nationwide: faith formation, academic excellence, and commitment to service. These qualities not only distinguish Catholic education—they inspire families to make meaningful sacrifices to provide their children with a Christ-centered learning environment.
Catholic Schools Week Schedule
- Sunday, January 26 – Celebrate Your Parish: Wear your Mass uniform to your parish; email a photo of your family at Mass to al*******@******da.org to receive a free dress pass
- Monday – Celebrate Community: Pajama Day with buddy reading activities
- Tuesday – Celebrate Families: Sports jersey with free dress bottoms (or uniform); students will create thank-you bookmarks for parents
- Wednesday – Celebrate Vocations: Mass uniform; Priest Appreciation activities, visiting clergy, seminarians, and more
- Thursday – Celebrate Students: Buddy classes wear coordinated colors, see classroom newsletters for more information (following free dress guidelines); Bingo with buddies
- Friday – Celebrate Faculty, Staff, and Volunteers: Blue & Green Spirit Day; Spirit Assembly at 1:05 PM in the gymnasium
- All Week: We will collect hats, gloves, mittens, scarves, and hand warmers for those in need, serving Christ through service to our community.
We encourage you to visit during Catholic Schools Week and consider inviting friends and neighbors—especially those exploring Catholic education—to join us for Mass on Wednesday or schedule a school tour.
I am deeply grateful for the teachers, staff, committee members, parents, and volunteers whose dedication makes Holy Family Catholic School a beacon of faith and learning. Catholic Schools Week provides a meaningful opportunity to thank them for their faithful service.
Pax et bonum,
Sue Styren, M.Ed.