MS. RACHEL GEMO,
HEAD OF PARISH SCHOOL
May 14, 2026 | VOLUME 24 | ISSUE 38
THE BUZZ FROM MS. GEMO | LOWER SCHOOL NEWS - GRADES PRESCHOOL-3
UPPER SCHOOL NEWS - GRADES 4-8 | WEEKLY CALENDAR | HSA
Dear SBPS Parents and Guardians,
In the week ahead, we also pause to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week—a special opportunity to recognize the extraordinary vocation of our teachers and staff. In Catholic education, teaching is more than a profession; it is a ministry rooted in love, service, and the formation of the whole child—mind, body, and spirit. We are truly blessed with dedicated educators who model Christ’s compassion and guide our students each day with patience, wisdom, and care. We look forward to expressing our gratitude and showering them with the appreciation they so richly deserve.
Our middle school students will also take the stage this week as they present Annie Jr. in Kittler Hall. This production is a wonderful celebration of the God-given talents of our students and the confidence, teamwork, and creativity they develop through the arts. We warmly invite families with children of all ages to attend. Admission is free, and it promises to be a joyful evening that brings our community together while showcasing the gifts of our students.
As always, thank you for your partnership in nurturing both the faith and growth of our students. We are grateful to walk this journey with you.
There’s a lot more important information below. Be sure to check out the following:
Summer Camp Registration
Please find listed below important dates:
May 15, 2026 Happy 5th Ordination Anniversary Father Ryan!
May 15, 2026 8th Grade Graduation Retreat
May 19, 2026 May Crowning Mass at 8:30AM
May 19, 2026 - Band and Strings Spring Concert - 5:30PM - all invited
May 20, 2026 - Kindergarten Play Date and Parent Info Session (for all incoming K students) at 4:30PM
May 20, 2026 - 8th Grade Graduation Dinner Dance
May 21, 2026 - All School Assembly - 2026 National Gold Star Celebration for Students and Staff at 2:15PM
May 25, 2026 - No School for Memorial Day
May 26, 2026 - 2028 Pueri Cantores Travel Meeting at 7PM via ZOOM - link is forthcoming
May 28, 2026 - HSA Ice Cream Social 5-7PM
May 29, 2026 - 8th Grade Graduation in Church at 7PM
June 3, 2026 - Last Day of PK and K
June 4, 2026 - Field Day for grades 1-7
June 5, 2026 - Last Day of School 11:30AM Dismissal
May God bless us all!
Ms. Rachel Gemo, Head of School
Ms. Gemo’s Prayer Corner
Please pray for Ms. Zadrozny’s nephew, Cody, who is currently serving on the USS Lincoln in the Middle East. Please pray that God keep him and all our troops safe during the current conflict in the region.
EASTER PRAYER
Heavenly Father,
We praise You for the joy of Easter and the gift of Your Son, Jesus Christ, who through His Resurrection brings us hope, renewal, and everlasting life. As we celebrate this sacred season, bless our school families with peace, faith, and gratitude. May the light of the Risen Christ guide our children as they grow in wisdom, compassion, and love, and strengthen us as partners in nurturing hearts rooted in Your truth. Fill our homes with the joy of Easter and help us to live each day as witnesses of Your mercy and grace.
We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.