PRAYER REQUESTS 
Please pray for the soul of James Pryor, father of Parish Outreach Minister Patty Dearden. May he rest in peace. Please pray for Jerry Vandiver, great-grandfather of Alaina & Davyn Schoppa, who has a long road of recovery following a fall at home. Continue to pray for the healing and recovery of the daughter-in-law of Mrs. Mogilka, who was in a serious car accident in November. Continue to pray for the healing of Francisco Peña, brother of Pre K-4 teaching assistant Mrs. Imelda Aleman, who was diagnosed with Leukemia and is undergoing chemo therapy. We pray for the strength for his family during this difficult time.

If you would like to include something in the Prayer Requests section, please contact Kim Hattaway at [email protected].

IMPORTANT DATES 

Mon. Jan. 20            SALT Day of Service
Wed. Jan. 22           PTO Eat & Earn at Johnnie's (Britton and N. May)
Sat. Jan. 25              Parent Kick Off CSW Dinner
Jan. 26-Feb. 1          Catholic Schools Week 
Sun. Jan. 26             Open House for Prospective Families (2pm-5pm)
                                  Alumni Reception (6pm-7:30pm)
Mon. Jan. 27            School Volunteer Appreciation at assembly (reception to follow for volunteers)
Tues. Jan. 28           Eagle Expo Showcase of Student Learning (Come & Go 5-7pm)
Thurs. Jan. 30         Technology club (6pm)
Wed. Feb, 5            PTO Eat & Earn at Ted's (5-9pm)
                                               

Check the calendar on the school webpage for more! 
 

SCHOOL NEWS 

Don't Miss Out on Important News!
This is a busy time of year between weather, Catholic Schools Week, Enrollment, and classroom news. Make sure you are checking your email and ClassTag regularly, as well as reading the weekly Eagle Express and checking in on social media so you don't miss anything. Also, make sure your ClassTag has been updated to the latest version with notifications turned on. Refer to the family handbook announcement/communication page for more details about how and when you will receive message.

In the event of inclement weather, check the local news for school closings and keep an eye on our social media. We will also send out a ClassTag message. While we try to get information out as soon as a decision is reached, sometimes those decisions do not get made until early in the morning. Please be patient and know that we are trying to make the best choice for our students, families and staff.

Enrollment period is open for current students!
Re-Enrollment for current students is now open! See the email from Jan. 8th regarding Re-Enrollment for 2020-21 to begin the process. Applications for siblings of current students is also open. The open application window is now open for new students. Review of new applications will begin in February and offers to new students will be sent in late February, so make sure to reserve your spot for next year AND get the early bird discount on your registration fee!

Enriching New Program Coming to CSSE!
Parents, check your email for a letter sent out by Mrs. Goldsworthy on Jan. 8th regarding St. Eugene's new Enrichment Clusters! We will begin our implementation with all 2nd through 8th graders in February! We are encouraging parents and community members to get involved sharing their talents and interests!  All the details are in the letter attached to Mrs. Goldsworthy's email. 

MONDAY JAN. 20th - MLK SALT Day of Service 
Archdiocesan schools, including CSSE, will be in session on Monday, Jan. 20th. All students will spend the day serving others and focusing on their grade level SALT topic. Please refer to the SALT Day at a Glance info sheet in ClassTag for details. Make sure that bright blue SALT shirt has been located and cleaned. ALL students must wear them on Monday with jeans or uniform pants.

Catholic Schools Week is Coming! Important Dates (details to come) 

• Saturday, Jan. 25th - Parent Kick-Off Celebration
• Sunday, Jan 26th (2pm-5pm) - Prospective Family House (PLEASE SHARE WITH FRIENDS)
• Sunday, Jan 26th (6pm-7:30pm) - CSSE Alumni Reception
• Monday, Jan 27th - Friday, Jan. 28th - Catholic Schools Spirit Week
• Monday, Jan. 27th - Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
• Tuesday, Jan 28th - Eagle Expo Showcase of Student Learning and PTO Family Pizza Party
• Thursday, Jan. 30th - Distinguished Alumni announced at school mass

DRESS UP DAYS FOR CSW: 
During Catholic Schools Week, we like to let our students have some fun! Below is a list of daily themes that students are invited to dress up for starting on Monday, Jan. 27th. Dressing up for the theme is not required, but it's fun (and jeans are acceptable to wear with most dress up outfits)!

Students who opt not to dress up may wear normal uniforms.

Please use your best judgment when it comes to themed outfits. Free Dress Day guidelines apply. https://steugeneschool.org/uniform-policy

• Jan. 27 - Motivational Message Monday - Wear clothing, buttons, or accessories with positive or motivating messages!
• Jan. 28 - Dress for Your Future Tuesday - What do you see in your future? Dress for a future job or goal.
• Jan. 29 - What Your Parents Wore Wednesday - Take a page out of your parent's yearbook! Wear what they might have worn as students!
• Jan. 30 - Thursday - Please wear Mass uniform
• Jan. 31 - Catholic Spirit Friday - Wear any Catholic school, Catholic church or Catholic themed shirt with jeans! ($5 FREE DRESS FRIDAY MOVED TO FEB. 14TH)

It's a Thrill to Grill!
PTO is providing the meat for the CSW Parent Kick Off on Jan. 25th. If you would like to help, contact Kim Ward. You can also sign up now for what sides, desserts or drinks you plan to bring. 


Attend our CSW Eagle Expo on Tuesday, Jan. 28th.
The Eagle Expo is a showcase of student learning. Your children have worked hard this school year, and they are eager to show you what they have learned and created! Stop by classrooms between 5-7pm (come and go). After touring the classrooms, visit the cafeteria between 6:30-7:30. PTO will have pizza and drinks for purchase!

Do you have items to donate to Aftercare?
If you're like me and did some deep house cleaning (purging) over the break and ended up with things you don't need anymore please consider donating them to Aftercare. We love puzzles, games, toys, athletic balls and arts and crafts supplies!
Thanks,  Jenny Blevins

Trip to DC!
Middle Schoolers - you can still sign up for the summer trip to Washington DC! We need 5 more students! Parents do not have to attend. Contact Mrs. Lupp for details.


SCHOOL MASS COLLECTION
When we pass the collection basket at school masses, that money has a special purpose. For many years, the school mass collection money has gone to support the Catholic CHESS Project. CHESS (Children’s Home, Education & Social Support) strives to provide a home for young orphans and underprivileged boys and girls in Nigeria, from the time of their birth up to when they are ready to “go out into the world on their own” by which is meant when such a child is mature to face life alone – After the completion of secondary or tertiary education, or after the acquisition of some basic skills for those who opt for a vocational training program. Please consider making an offering when you attend school mass, and speak to your kids about making an offering of their own each week to support this worthy cause!

SCAN OR BRING IN THOSE BOX TOPS!
It’s time again for our school wide Sonic drink BoxTops collection contest!! This contest is from PreK3 to the houses in Middle school. The class or house with the highest number of unexpired BoxTops will win a Sonic drink party. Help raise money for our school by bringing your unexpired BoxTops or download the BoxTops app and scan your receipt. Please place them in the BoxTops mailbox outside of the school office (don’t forget your class or house name) or give to your classroom or house teacher. Collection begins January 27th and the last collection will be Monday February 24th.

8th Grade Fundraisers

Bracelets in school colors!
Handmade, waterproof and custom made for CSSE!
3 styles to choose from! $10 each


Koozies with school logo!
Kids can use daily to keep their water bottles cool! $5 each.
Place orders through any 8th grade student/parent or by
contacting Danielle Stone or Amy Anderson at [email protected].
Thanks for your support!

 

ST. EUGENE GALA NEWS 

St. Eugene Gala Gift Card Drive!
We are collecting gift cards for the Gala Gift Card Pull! Consider picking a gift card up to donate, or maybe you received a gift card you might not use or would like to donate? We love regifts!!!  This year’s St. Eugene Gala committee will be having a gift card drive during the first few weeks of January. Envelopes with instructions will go home to all students the Friday after break. Cards collected should be valued at $20 or more and will be used for the gift card pull at the annual Gala happening April 25, 2020. It’s our biggest fundraiser of the year and we need everyone’s help to make it a success!

What is the St. Eugene Gala?
Our annual Gala is our biggest fundraiser of the school for the year! It’s your chance to support your children, their teachers and join in fellowship with other parents and St. Eugene parishioners. If you haven’t attended a Gala, this is your year to be a part of the action! This year we are proud to be honoring Judi Wilkinson! Visit the gala site for the whole scoop!  www.steugenegala.com
 

ST. EUGENE PARISH NEWS

Youth Group News
7th grade - we'll see you soon! Youth group meets from 2 - 3:45 on Tuesdays. Come grow in your relationship with Christ and have a little fun, too! 

• Jan 21 - 8th grade only 
• Jan 28 - ALL three grades, Jan birthdays!
• Feb 4 - 6th grade
• Feb 11 - 7th grade 

Church Nursey in need of Volunteers
The nursery is in need of fill-in volunteers for Sunday 9:30am and 12:00pm mass and Wednesday evenings. Volunteers are also needed the second Saturday of every month in the evening and for other special events. Please contact the nursery director for more information at  [email protected] . Safe environment training needed. Thank you!

Major announcement this weekend!!
Our parish will be sharing great news about the beginning of an exciting new initiative called “Dynamic Parish” at all Masses this weekend. This effort will last five years and will provide great resources and events for all of us to grow together in faith. Our parish is only one of 61 across the country to have been selected!

Vocare Chalice at Mass
We need more families to take the Vocare Chalice home for a week and pray for Vocations. We especially need people after Saturday and Sunday 5:00 pm Masses.  If interested or have questions, please email Susan Givens at [email protected] or call her at 751-7115.

Afternoon Prayer
The Church is hosting a daily prayer every afternoon Monday-Friday in the church at 2:45 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. We invite you to come when you can. There will be different prayers every month. Please join us!
 

COMMUNITY NEWS

BMCHS TLC Gift Card Fundraiser
Spring is just around the corner!  It’s time to start thinking about planting flowers.  The BMCHS Senior Class of 2020 is selling TLC Garden Center $20 gifts cards to help support their graduation party.  Please contact Ashley Bass at [email protected] or 206-8906 to purchase a gift card or fill out the attached form.  The BMCHS Class of 2020 appreciates your support!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeE5tYY-zRZDanZBsrEymPY-hrCWPmyG5Tl1z4snu-1JBaQ8Q/viewform