ANNOUNCEMENTS • UPCOMING EVENTS • NOTEWORTHY ITEMS OF INTEREST
Announcements
- Follow the Sunday Mass Readings – 3rd Week of Advent
- Our 1st graders celebrated the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe this week:
School Initiatives in Progress
Renewal of Strategic Planning – Parent Survey – Answer Now!
This year at SVdP we are reviving and updating the strategic planning work that began for our school in 2020. At a high level, the goal of the Strategic Plan is to identify and prioritize needed improvements for our school, both long-term and short-term, to allocate resources for the next 1- 3 years.
We appreciate your responses and value your feedback. This survey should take no longer than 10 minutes to complete. The survey will be open until the end of the day January 1. Click HERE to continue with the survey. We have 65 responses so far!
Foundation for the Future Capital Campaign: Help Us Cross the Finish Line!
Dear SVdP Parents,
Thank you for your generosity and support throughout our Foundation for the Future capital campaign! Your contributions have made a significant impact on our school, and we are so close to achieving our goal.
To complete all the projects we’ve set out to accomplish, we still need to raise $400,000 for the school. With your help, we can cross the finish line and ensure that our school continues to thrive for generations to come.
Here’s what your support has already made possible during last summer’s construction:
- A redesigned main office.
- An updated principal’s office and enhanced front-door security.
- A new private space for children to rest when they’re feeling sick.
- New carpet and ceiling upgrades in the main entrance.
Looking ahead, we’re excited to begin the next phase of renovations in June 2025, which will include:
- Remodeling classrooms for a modern, engaging learning environment.
- Enhancing the teachers’ lounge to support our dedicated faculty.
- Updating bathrooms for improved functionality and comfort.
- Replacing all windows to maximize air circulation and temperature efficiency.
Your continued generosity will bring these plans to life and make a lasting difference in our school community. Thank you for being part of this journey with us!
Gratefully,
Fr. Hilton & Sr. Marie Isaac, OP – Pastor & Principal
Gala Planning
Sponsorship Packages & Winter Raffle Info: Stay tuned—details dropping soon!
Wednesday, December 18th at 8:00 AM in the school conference roomFor any Gala related questions, please contact Melissa Regan, 410-336-7097 or svdpgala25@gmail.com.
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The SVdP Serves committee meets in the Dining Room of the Parish Office on the first Friday of the month from 8-9 am. The upcoming meeting dates: Our next meeting is February 7 at 8AM. All are welcome!
We just had an amazing SVdP Serves Service Day just before Thanksgiving! Thank you to all our volunteers!
If you and your family are looking for ways to serve within greater Denver, here are a few options for you:
- Christ in the City: The city of Denver serves as the proud home of Christ in the City headquarters. Missionaries live and serve together. They are committed to using a relational and Christ-centered approach to homeless ministry.
- Your family can Volunteer for Lunch in the Park. Lunch in the Park is held every Wednesday & 2nd Saturday of the month at noon. For location and parking details, please SIGN UP. Training is required for all first-time volunteers.
- Community Ministries is a food pantry and more! Their mission is to meet the basic needs of individuals who are experiencing economic hardships and related problems. See their Volunteer Event Calendar for opportunities to serve.
- Catholic Charities: As the charitable arm of the Archdiocese of Denver, Catholic Charities shelters, feeds, houses, educates, counsels, and provides emergency assistance and critical services to tens of thousands of our Denver neighbors. Learn more about current volunteer opportunities here.
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Spirit Wear Pick-Up-Monday, December 16!: Your spirit wear orders will be ready for pick-up on Monday the 16th at the lower playground during school pick-up time.
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SVDP Family Adoration This Sunday!: Join our SVdP Community for a festive family adoration this Sunday at 5 p.m. with a special Santa guest! To help with dinner/drinks please sign up here.
- Order Your Holiday Cards Through Minted And Save!: Join for FREE to get 20% off Minted cards & gift orders throughout the year, and Minted will donate 15% back to SVdP. Just type in code fundraisevincentdepaul at checkout.
Basketball season has begun!
You can find everything you need to know about games HERE. Next week we’ll have some home games!
2024-2025 – Archdiocese of Denver Catholic Schools Athletic Program Handbook 24-25 School Year
St Vincent de Paul Parish & Community
Calling all school dads: Do you want to grow in the essentials of the Christian life, to be a better Husband and Father, and to do so alongside your fellow men in the SVDP school community?
Join our Dad’s discipleship group, starting 11/8, at 7:50am-8:45am, at the “Lourdes House” 1155 S Josephine Street (right across from the school office.) Coffee provided. Email FOCUS missionary Seth for more info. seth.monholand@focus.org
Foundations for the Future Campaign
See campaign latest updates HERE
Access the latest bulletin HERE
