“Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.” St. Francis of Assisi Fall is here! Now that the weather is beginning to change, we ask that all students are following the “Regular School Dress Code” as found in the Family Handbook. I would like to highlight a few items of which we ask all students and families to make special note: SWEATERS Red, white, or black sweaters—cardigan, vest, or pullover. The ONLY sweatshirt/fleece that may be worn are the “official” St. Benedict embroidered styles. SOCKS Solid red, black or white knee socks, tights, leggings, anklets are permitted. Socks must be worn with shoes at all times and must show above the shoes. SHOES PLEASE CHOOSE NON-ATHLETIC SHOES—no logo—to be worn with the regular school uniform. WHEN WEARING THE REGULAR UNIFORM (NOT SUMMER) ATHLETIC SHOES NO MATTER WHAT COLOR ARE NOT PERMITTED. NON-ATHLETIC SHOES refers to shoes of the “gym style” …

“…let those who boast, boast in this, that they understand and know me, that I am the Lord…”                                                                                                                                                                    Jeremiah 9:23 Thanks to all the families who have returned to school the requested beginning of the year forms.  If you have not yet done so, please return them as soon as possible. State and Federal Programs St. Benedict Catholic School (as well as other non-public schools in the state of Ohio) has access to some state and federal funding for educational programs for our students.  Though the funding is limited, it provides us opportunities like our wonderful school nurse, counselor, speech therapist and intervention specialist as well as Title I tutors that we otherwise would not have. The formula for funding requires an accurate account of low income family eligibility.  While we recognize this as being very sensitive, it truly benefits the entire school population.  We pledge to keep …