Thank you to everyone who donated socks! All donations will benefit the House of Bread and help provide warmth and comfort to members of our local community.

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8th Grade Shadow Days at Northwest Catholic

Our 8th grade students are invited to experience a shadow day at Northwest Catholic High School.

Monday, November 2 — Homeroom 8A (Mrs. DiSanto)

Monday, November 9 — Homeroom 8B (Mr. Parker)

Students will spend the day attending classes, see a sneak peek of the Musical and enjoy lunch. Parents should complete the survey with their child before the visit.

UPDATE: Students will walk to NWC at 8:15am. Welcome and check-in is at 8:30am.

8th grade students applying to high schools — don’t forget to send recommendation requests to teachers and the principal in a timely fashion. Let them know in advance that a request is coming. Record Release requests should go to the main office.

Birthday lunch sign-up is available for November at St. Thomas the Apostle. One parent may join their child in the cafeteria and bring a special lunch for themselves and their child only. The parent must be Virtus trained.

Both campuses offer hot lunches on Wednesdays (pizza) and Fridays (pasta). Order through your FACTS account. Each lunch is $7.00, including a hot meal and water.

The cutoff date for November lunch ordering is TODAY at 3:00pm.

Invite anyone interested in our school to tour our campuses, meet current parents, and discover our academic excellence and programming.

STM Open House — Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 9:00–11:00

STA Open House — Thursday, November 19, 2026, 9:00–11:00

Help us spread the word — your recommendations are our best advertising!

Please review the updated family handbook with your children, paying special attention to safety protocols and drop-off and pick-up procedures, then sign and return the acknowledgment form.

Congratulations to all team members, many of whom have continued to perform better and better at each event.

Saturday, November 7: Optional CT Middle School State Cross Country Championship at Wickham Park in Manchester, CT. All runners are eligible. The meet is expected to start in the morning and last through early afternoon. Families were asked to respond by October 16th for registration.

We look forward to the award ceremony on November 12 at 1:30 at STM Church.

Basketball

Once the deanery meetings are complete, we will be in touch with team details. We are looking forward to an exciting and competitive season!

Session 2 Clubs are coming soon. Clubs meet once a week for 4 weeks from 2:45 to 3:45pm. Cost: $55.00 per club, billed through FACTS. Sign-up begins Thursday, October 29 and ends Friday, November 6 at 3:00pm. Clubs start the week of November 9.

New at STM! Running Soon: Odyssey of the Mind (Thursdays)

Odyssey of the Mind emphasizes creative problem solving, teamwork, persistence and quick communication. Students received a flyer October 13 and more information October 15. Interests include performing, creative expression, problem solving, design and art, and building things.

Teams practice through the school year for a March tournament. Parents interested in coaching should contact Principal DiSanto. Coaches can teach skills but cannot do project work. The program will run on Thursdays. Interested students were asked to meet with Ms. Phillips and Ms. Sweeney during Advisory on October 19.

This Friday is Spirit Day, a dress-down day for both schools. Students may wear school colors. St. Tim’s students have gym on Fridays, so outfits must be school appropriate. No Halloween costumes are allowed.

Between now and November 16th, please help support the Cathedral Food Pantry at the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Hartford. The goal is complete holiday meals for approximately 400 families in Greater Hartford and West Hartford. Needed items include rice, gravy, stuffing, and canned vegetables.

Connecticut Department of Public Health requires children ages 24–59 months attending school to receive at least one flu vaccine dose between August 1 and December 31 annually. Children receiving the vaccine for the first time require two doses at least 28 days apart.

Submit documentation to the Nurse’s Office by December 22. Without documentation after Christmas break, the student must remain home until the requirement is fulfilled or until March 31, 2027. Contact the school with any questions.

Harvest Fest is for grades 6–8 at St. Timothy Campus, 2:30–4:00pm. Activities include music, photo booth, cornhole, four square, knockout, flag football and snacks.

The $5.00 fee will be charged to your FACTS account. Sign-up closes Friday at noon.

We need your help to make Harvest Fest a success!

To donate or volunteer:

Volunteers must be Virtus trained. Thank you.

Sign up to attend, volunteer or decorate a car. This PreK–5 event takes place at St. Thomas Campus, 6:00–7:00pm. Admission is $5 per person (including parents and children), or $20 for families with 4+ attendees.

DJ Mr. Hadyka will provide music, games and treats! Costumes are optional. Each attendee receives a ticket to vote for their favorite decorated car.

Thank you to everyone who ordered pies and cookie dough! ALL ORDERS will be available for pickup at ST. THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL on Tuesday, November 24th at dismissal.

St. Thomas needs volunteers to pick up snacks weekly from BJ’s Wholesale Club, 507 New Park Ave, West Hartford. An SUV or pickup truck is required. Orders are placed Wednesday and ready for pickup Thursday, 9:00–10:00am. Virtus training is not required. Each trip earns two volunteer hours. Thank you!

Parents and caregivers are invited to join as co-chairs or members. Help spruce up and maintain the garden outside the gym, creating a welcoming place for teachers and students to learn, grow, experiment and connect. Please contact Jill Lambert or Alyssa Pierre-Louis.

Special K Beer Candles, created by an STA/STM alumnus, offer whimsical designs, spa-inspired and holiday scents. Shop through December 14! Mention STA/STM in the comments at checkout and 20% of your purchase goes to our school. Candles will ship in time for the holidays.

Our holiday wreath fundraiser is coming soon! Pair a festive wreath with a candle to support STA/STM.