ANNOUNCEMENTS • UPCOMING EVENTS • NOTEWORTHY ITEMS OF INTEREST
Announcements
Advent is leading us to Christmas
- Follow the Sunday Mass Readings – 4th Week of Advent
School Initiatives in Progress
Renewal of Strategic Planning – Parent Survey – Answer Now!
This survey should take no longer than 10 minutes to complete. The survey will be open until the end of the day January 1st. Click HERE to continue with the survey. We have 90 responses so far!
Help Us Transform Our Classrooms and Teachers’ Lounge!
Sneak Peek of: The newly refreshed classroom and the beautiful teacher lounge.
Dear SVdP Parents,
Exciting plans are underway to revitalize St. Vincent de Paul School! Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store:
Classrooms:
- Fresh new carpets
- Updated windows and paint colors
- Modern cabinetry
- New shades and light fixtures
Teachers’ Lounge:
- A warm, inviting space with new carpet and cabinetry
- Freshly painted walls
- Updated fixtures to create a welcoming environment for our hardworking teachers
These upgrades will enhance the learning environment for our students and provide a refreshed retreat for our teachers. But we can’t do it without you!
Have you made your pledge to the capital campaign yet? Your generosity will help bring this vision to life. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference. Together, let’s build a brighter future for our students and teachers.
Visit HERE to pledge today!
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
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our Sponsorship Program for the 2025 Spring Elegance Gala. Whether you’re a family looking to make a big impact or a business wanting to support our wonderful school, we’re so grateful for your generosity!
Sponsorship levels range from $1,000 to $20,000. Ready to become a sponsor? Click [here] to learn more about all the options and fill out this form when you are ready to commit. If you are eager to make a 2024 donation for tax purposes or have any questions, please reach out to Melissa Regan at melissa.a.regan@
We are also excited to launch a new Winter Raffle! Dreaming of a winter mountain escape? Here’s your chance! We are selling only 100 raffle tickets at $100 each for a chance to win 4 nights in a stunning Vail Village condo, winter or spring weekend of your choice (no blackouts!!). Four bedroom condo in the heart of Vail Village – walking distance to Gondola One, restaurants, shopping and all the activities vail has to offer. Main floor convenience with a creekside patio and private hot tub. One dedicated indoor garage space with an overflow spot outside. Condo sleeps 10-12! The winner will coordinate the stay directly with the fabulous and most generous owners, the Woods making it an experience to remember! Thank you to SVDP dad, Jacob Gram of Corcoran Group for securing our raffle license! Purchase your raffle tickets here, or reach out to svdpgala25@gmail.com for assistance in purchasing your tickets.
Please SAVE the DATE to attend one of our two Gala Party and Auction Brainstorming meetings which will be held in the school cafeteria:
Wednesday, January 8th at 8am OR
Tuesday, January January 14th at 7pm
Please rsvp with which session you can attend so that we can have the appropriate amount of snacks!
Lastly, we need your support! Every year we launch a fun and successful live auction at the Gala and it is thanks to the incredible donations and connections of this community that we have such exciting packages to auction! If your family has something fun to donate (tickets, a vacation home, a talent or service, or simply a financial donation to be used to enhance a package!) Please fill out this form or contact Melissa Regan at 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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Catholic Schools Week T-Shirts! To celebrate catholic schools week January 27-31, Home & School is giving every child a SVDP T-shirt that they will be able to wear on red and white day and future spirit wear days. We ask that you complete this quick google form with your child’s size and grade/teacher by end of day TODAY. Please complete one form per child. If we do not receive your child’s size, we will order the standard size for your child’s age.
We are so grateful for our amazing parents and are excited to kick off 2025 with a great Catholic Schools week and proudly display our SVDP school pride!
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
