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Announcements
Tuition Assistance 2025-2026 update – Tuition Assistance Providers Area Ready For Your Applications
- Enrollment is open and ends on April 15th and 11:59 p.m. in your time zone, but start early!
- To apply, go to https://online.factsmgt.com/
grant-aid/inst/4N9YC/landing- page - Income guidelines can be found there. We suggest you apply if you are within 10 – 15% above the appropriate guideline.
- Returning families MUST use the same username and password to sign in.
- Returning families do not have to attach documents to requalify their income.
- New applicants should begin the application process early and then upload tax documents as they are available, but before the deadline.
- Documents must be a clear image submitted as a PDF or JPEG format.
- Use a white background if possible and no LIVE camera setting if you are uploading from a photo.
- If you need help uploading, call FACTS at 856-746-6521
- If you need assistance during the application process, go to https://help.
acescholarships.org/hc/en-us
- Enrollment is open and ends on April 15th, but start early.
- To apply or renew go to https://seedsofhopedenver.
org/get-help/ - No tax return or W2s are required for families who have been previously approved.
- If you are unable to find answers on the website, call 303-715-3127.
- We ask that prior to applying for SVdP TAP, you apply for ACE/Schmitz, and Seeds of Hope first.
- If you don’t qualify for those awards based on income, you may still proceed with a TAP application.
- Click this link to learn more about TAP awards and to apply. https://svdpk8.com/
index.php/tuition-assistance/
Family Affordability Tax Credit – Chalkbeat Colorado article
What is the family affordability tax credit?
It’s a new state tax credit for lower income Colorado families with children under 17. It was created during the 2024 legislative session and is now available for the first time to families filing their 2024 tax returns.
Eligible families can get a tax credit of up to $3,200 for each child who was 5 or younger as of Dec. 31, 2024, and up to $2,400 for each child who was 6-16 years old as of Dec. 31, 2024. The size of the credit goes
down as family income goes up, eventually phasing out when single tax filers hit an adjusted gross income of more than $85,000 a year and joint tax filers hit an adjusted gross income of more than $95,000 a year.
How is it different from Colorado’s child tax credit?
The family affordability tax credit is much bigger than the state’s child tax credit and includes families with older children. For example, a single mother who earned $30,000 in tax year 2024 and has a 4-year-old
and a 7-year-old would receive a family affordability tax credit of $4,445 and a state child tax credit of $600. (The state child tax credit is only available to lower income families with children under 6.)
State of Colorado – Annual statement of compliance – MMR St. Vincent de Paul School
Please see the attachement for our annual report of compliance to the State of Colorado’s vaccination requirements. Any questions may be directed to our nurse consultant, Kim DuPlessis – kimberly.duplessis@gmail.com.
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Save-the-Dates
February 15 – Used Uniform Sale – 10 AM – Noon – School Lobby
February 17 – No School – Presidents’ Day
February 18 – No School – Parent/Teacher Conferences – by invitation or request
February 25 – 7th Grade Production of “Annie” – 6 PM – Gym
February 27 – End of Trimester 2
February 28 – No School – Teacher Professional Development
Futsol Season is in full swing!
Volleyball Teams will be announced via email today!
2024-2025 – Archdiocese of Denver Catholic Schools Athletic Program Handbook 24-25 School Year
25-26 Home & School Vice Chair Needed:
H&S is actively looking for a Vice Chair for the 25-26 school year. This role supports the H&S Chair, coordinates and communications with room parents about school events, teacher luncheons, class parties, etc. It is a two-year commitment and the Vice Chair will move into the Chair role in the second year. Reach out to Shannon Danitz if you are interested (shannondanitz@gmail.com)
Fundraising, Volunteer & Community Building Opportunities
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SVdP Dine-Out at Campus Lounge, February 11!: Join the SVdP community for our monthly dine-out at Campus Lounge. Twenty percent of total sales will be donated to SVdP. Diners can show up, eat and have a good time! THERE IS USUALLY a big dinner rush for Dine Outs nights, so reservations are recommended to guarantee a spot. To-go orders are included (but not Uber Eats). We hope to see you there!
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Third Annual Ladies Valentine’s Social, February 11: Please join us for a fun night out, bringing the ladies of the parish and school together to support the 2025 gala. The price of admission is (1) $25+ bottle of wine (or more if you like!). These donated bottles will be combined to form one amazing live auction item for the 2025 gala. Hosts will provide light refreshments and the event will run from 6:30-8:30 in the gym on February 11. Click HERE to RSVP. Questions?!? Feel free to reach out to Kate Crisham (202-907-4875), Kerry Hutcheson (303-960-5120) or Courtney Wells (415-336-6228).
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Volunteers Needed for Grandparents Day Planning Committee: We need help planning SVDP’s Grandparents and Special Friends Day on April 25th. If you are interested in volunteering, please sign up here to help!
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Save The Date For SVdP Day at Sky Zone on Friday, February 28!: There is no school that day and this will be a fun way to burn some extra energy. Additional details to follow.
Faith & Family
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SVdP Supper Club is Back by Popular Demand! Join us in building community through the joy of sharing a meal. Supper clubs are a fantastic way to foster friendships, create connections, and enjoy great food and conversation in a welcoming atmosphere. To add a fun twist, attendees will be randomly assigned to host homes, sparking unexpected connections and making each gathering a delightful surprise! Ideally, each supper will include 8–10 people.
Mark your calendars: The winter supper club is scheduled for February 28th.
Interested in attending or hosting? Click here to sign up and be part of the fun!
Any questions can be directed to Chrissy Musgrove @ chrissylmusgrove@gmail.com
Save the Date for our annual Galentines Party!
Please join us for a fun night out to bring ladies of the parish and school together to support the 2025 gala. The price of admission is (1) $25+ bottle of wine (or more if you like!). These donated bottles will be combined to form one amazing live auction item for the 2025 gala. Hosts will provide light refreshments and the event will run from 6:30-8:30 in the gym on February 11. Questions?!? Feel free to reach out to Kate Crisham (202-907-4875), Kerry Hutcheson (303-960-5120) or Courtney Wells (415-336-6228).
Please RSVP: https://forms.gle/N26LZpJdFHGEuFQk8
Support the Auction!
We’re curating an incredible lineup of auction packages for this year’s Spring Elegance Gala, and we need YOUR help to make them even better! ✨🌍 Trips & Getaways – Family adventure, guys’ trip, and couples’ escape
🍷 Stock the Wine Cellar – A collection of wine to elevate any occasion
🍽️ Exclusive Dinners – Private experiences, unique packages & more
🏈 Sports & Entertainment – Tickets, VIP experiences, and once-in-a-lifetime opportunitiesIf you have something to contribute—whether it’s a vacation home, unique experience, special bottles of wine, or anything else to enhance our auction—we would be so grateful! 💙 We are also looking for financial contributions to help us build out these amazing packages.
📩 Got an idea? Want to donate? Fill out this form and let us know how you can help! 💐
Parties Update
Sign-ups via Sign up Genius were sent to all grade levels to host some exciting parties! We’ve brainstormed lots of fun ideas and will need plenty of volunteers from each grade level to help bring them to life. Please contact Party Chair, Dee Kenny with any questions.Sponsorship Update
We have raised $38,500 towards our $85,000 goal! Sponsorship levels range from $1,000 to $20,000. Click [here] to learn more and fill out the commitment form. If you have any questions please contact Melissa Regan or 410-336-7097.Thank you for your continued support and generosity to make our gala a success!
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.
St Vincent de Paul Parish & Community
St. Monica Prayer Group for Moms
2nd Saturday of the Month – Join us at SVdP for Mass at 8:00am, followed by time for
a light breakfast, fellowship, discussion and prayer. (Opportunity for confession at 7:30 before Mass)
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