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Classes at Love N' Learn Early Childhood Center will resume on Thursday, February 13th and Parent-Teacher Conferences for SMGS and SHJSHS will resume at scheduled times. Thank you to the crews clearing our parking lots & sidewalks! SMGS: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm SHJSHS: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

ALL classes at Love N' Learn Early Childhood Center, St. Mary's Grade School, and Sacred Heart Jr/Sr High School are canceled tomorrow, Wednesday, February 12th. The safety of our staff and students remains our top priority. Stay safe and stay warm!

Calling SHJSHS Alumni + Veterans! 🇺🇸 Tomorrow, February 11th is Veterans Night! All veterans receive FREE admission to the Knights game and are invited to join the Hospitality Room hosted by the Alumni Association! 🏀 Alumni - Stop by the Alumni Hospitality Room in Room 134 before the game! Catch up with old friends, enjoy some refreshments, and get ready to cheer on the Knights! Doors open at 5:45 before tip-off of the girls game at 6—see you there! 💙💛

SMGS is hiring! 🤩 Are you passionate about education and dedicated to nurturing young minds within a Catholic environment? We're seeking a talented and compassionate teacher to become a part of our SMGS family! Our enrollment is increasing and we are looking for a general education teacher for one of our primary (K-2) classes. To apply for the position please send your resume to tym.bonilla@salinacatholic.org

Treat your valentine with a singing telegram! ❤️ Our very talented High School Choir will be out and about on February 14th sharing their musical gifts with the community! A box of chocolates is included with a $25 donation! Reserve your telegram by contacting Ms. Janell Antholz!

Football and Friends! Happy Super Bowl Weekend!

Join Salina Catholic Schools tomorrow, Thursday, February 6th, for an exciting Knights vs. TMP-Marian basketball showdown! Between the Varsity girls' and Varsity boys' games, Father Brian will lead a special prayer service over the teams. Don’t miss this chance to cheer on our Knights and celebrate our Catholic Schools together! Schedule at SH: JV Girls will start at 4:00 followed by V Girls and V Boys Schedule at SMGS Gym: JV Boys will start at 4:00 followed by C Boys

SMGS Online Store is OPEN! 🎉 Comfy tees, cozy hoodies, SMGS gear, we’ve got everything you need! Don’t miss out—shop now and show your school spirit wherever you go! 🏫💙 Store closes on 2/16. All orders will be delivered to the school by 3/7.

Knights fans! We look forward to tonight's basketball game against Beloit! Spiritmania will be during halftime of the boys game. Please take advantage of the SMGS parking lot once the SH lot fills up. We know it will be a packed house! Reminder: Parents, please monitor your children during the game. Children should be in the stands and are not allowed to be outside of the gym unattended. The gym floor/baseline is for the athletes, officials, and coaching staff and we want to provide them the full court! We can't wait to see you tonight! Go Knights!

Dear Catholic School Families, Catholic Schools Week is upon us, and what a beautiful time it is to celebrate the vibrant mission of our Catholic schools. Each day, in classrooms and hallways across the Diocese of Salina, we are forming students to be disciples of Jesus on Mission. This mission is at the heart of everything we do, and it is a privilege to partner with you in this sacred work. This week also coincides with National School Choice Week, a time to recognize the importance of educational freedom for families. Here in Kansas, we have reason to be hopeful about the future of school choice, with legislators soon discussing initiatives that could have a profound impact on Catholic schools and the families we serve. One key opportunity already in place is the Kansas Tax Credit for Low-Income Students Scholarship Program, administered locally by the Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) for the Catholic Diocese of Salina. This program provides vital financial assistance to income-qualifying families seeking a Catholic education for their children. In 2024, $8.2 million of the $10 million allocated by the state for this program was utilized, underscoring its growing importance. By participating in this program, benefactors receive a 75% Kansas state income tax credit, making it a win-win for families and donors alike. This scholarship program has made a tangible difference in the lives of our students and their families, enabling more children to experience the transformative gift of Catholic education. It’s crucial that we continue to take full advantage of this opportunity and encourage others to do the same. Looking ahead, there is an opportunity to support expanded school choice initiatives at the state level. On Tuesday, January 28, Kansas legislators will host a rally and hearing to discuss proposed legislation (such as Senate Bill 509) related to educational freedom. These measures could bring about significant positive changes for Catholic schools and other private institutions across the state, especially in rural areas where access to private schools is limited. As disciples of Jesus, we are called to raise our voices for what is good, true, and just. I encourage you to contact your local state representatives and senators to express your support for these school choice initiatives. Let them know how important Catholic education is to your family and your community. With nearly 45,000 students attending private schools in Kansas, our collective voice can make a powerful impact. Together, let us continue to be disciples of Jesus on Mission—forming the hearts and minds of the next generation while working to ensure that Catholic education remains accessible to all who seek it. Thank you for your unwavering support and prayers. May God bless you and your family as we strive to live out our shared mission. In Christ, Geoff Andrews Superintendent of Schools Catholic Diocese of Salina

Join us today at SH for a SMGS Dodgeball Showdown + SH Capital Campaign Preview! Come get a sneak peek at the new spaces while getting answers to any questions you might have about what is to come! Open from 1-3 pm with SMGS Dodgeball Showdown beginning at 1:30.

SCS families! We are excited to announce that for this week only (1/26-1/31) Martinelli's is offering a portion of sales back to Salina Catholic Schools in celebration of Catholic Schools Week! Support our schools with a delicious, easy dinner this week! See flyer for details.

LNL is excited to celebrate Catholic School's Week from 1/27-1/31! See our schedule below.

If you are considering Preschool or Kindergarten for the 2025-26 school year, please join us at the Preschool + Kindergarten Open House this Thursday, January 23rd! LNL will host the Preschool Open House from 6 - 6:30 pm at LNL SMGS will host the Kindergarten Open House from 6:30 - 7 pm at SMGS Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/pHfQRdqdS9iV1TvRA All details in flyer.

LNL families - if you are considering Kindergarten next year, please see the information here about Priority Admission for Kindergarten at SMGS! This flyer will also be sent home with your student this week. If you have questions, please contact SMGS at 785-827-4200.

It's time for Spirit Mania! All Pre-K - 6th Grade Students are invited to perform with the Sacred Heart Spirit Team at halftime of the boys varsity basketball game against Beloit on Tuesday, January 28th! Clinic: Wednesday, January 22nd from 6:30-8:00 PM in the Sacred Heart High School Gym. Please check in for the clinic between 6:10 and 6:25. Clinic will be supervised by the SHHS Spirit Team Coaches. Cost: $30 which includes admission to the game (participant only,) refreshments after the performance, and a t-shirt to perform in. Attire: Participants should wear t-shirts, shorts or sweats, and athletic shoes to the practice. (SHHS does not allow leggings, spandex, bare midriffs, or tank tops). Performance information will be sent home at the practice. Forms are in the front office. Please complete by Tuesday, January 21st!

You could win $250 at the basketball game this Friday! Join us on Friday, January 17th, as we honor the Golf Team's 2024 State Title during halftime of the boys' varsity game! To celebrate, the team is hosting a raffle fundraiser, with prizes of $250, $125, and $50. 🎟️ Raffle Details: Tickets: $5 each Sales: 5:30 PM until the start of the boys' varsity game Winners need not be present to win. For questions, please contact Patrick.newell@usd305.com

Join us for a Preschool + Kindergarten Open hosted by Love N' Learn Early Childhood Center and St. Mary's Grade School! This is for families interested in enrolling their student in Preschool or Kindergarten for the 2025-26 school year! Date: Thursday, January 23rd Time: LNL will host Preschool Open House from 6:00 - 6:30 pm SMGS will host Kindergarten Open House from 6:30 - 7:00 pm Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/PCr9iGmbtCfz4Eqx5

Join us this Friday, January 17th for an Ice Cream Social hosted by the Boys + Girls Basketball teams! Cheer on the Knights at home against Ellsworth and following the boys game, head to the cafeteria for ice cream and sports cards signed by our student-athletes! Open to all!