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CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK 2026

Jan. 25 – Jan. 30

Catholic Schools Week began in 1974 by the National Catholic Educational Association and celebrates Catholic education nationwide. The CSW Committee has planned a terrific lineup of events as we celebrate St. Raphael School and Nursery School and all those who make our community so remarkable!

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Sunday, Jan. 25: Catholic School Week Kick-Off - Mass & Reception


School families are invited to attend the 10:00 a.m. Mass with SRS students dressed in their school uniform and SRNS students wearing SRS or SRNS apparel, if possible. Following Mass, families will gather for coffee and treats in the Trumpet Room. 
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Monday, Jan. 26: Parent Appreciation Day


A shout-out to parents for their love and dedication in supporting SRS and SRNS, and providing their child with a strong, faith-based education. We will have a few parent prizes, too! 


Dress-Up Theme: Pajama Day - Students and staff wear comfortable, school-appropriate pajamas.
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Tuesday, Jan. 27: Teacher, Staff and Clergy Appreciation Day


We are grateful for our teachers and staff who share the gift of learning with our children. On this day, we recognize them with a special dinner and commemorative booklet.


Students express their teacher and staff appreciation by writing letters or drawing pictures to include in a commemorative booklet. Use the templates below or your own 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper.


Template No. 1: Drawing


Template No. 2: Prompt Letter


Template No. 3: Thank you Letter


Due Date: Letters (labeled SRS or SRNS) must be dropped off at the front desk or in the outdoor bins by Tuesday, 1/20. 



  Dress-Up Theme: Teacher Twin Day -  Students match their outfit with a teacher.  
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Wednesday, Jan. 28: Community Service Appreciation Day


SRS Students will work in buddy groups to assist with assembling Valentine's Day bags in the APR for the Raphael House residents. The bags will be given to our neighbors on the Friday before Valentine's Day.


Dress-Up Theme: Patriotic Day - Students and staff wear red, white and blue. 
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Thursday, Jan. 29: Career Day 


A day to recognize our community workers and careers available to our students. 

  • Students in nursery school and grades K-3 can wear their favorite career or community worker attire. 
  • Students in grades 4-8 will wear their school uniform and attend Career Day presentations given by parents who love their professions. 

This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to be inspired and think about how they might contribute to society in the future and achieve their dreams.
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Friday, Jan. 30: Student Appreciation Day


We recognize our SRS students for their hard work and caring nature with a fun school day including a student vs staff basketball game and early dismissal. For our fun-loving SRNS students there will be winter stickers and a video to enjoy. All students will take home their class picture.


Dress-up theme: Jersey Day - Students and staff wear their favorite team's jersey.
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Friday, Jan. 31: Ice Cream Social


SRS and SRNS families should be sure to stop by and enjoy a sweet treat at The Scoop Ice Creams between noon-10:00 pm.  The school will receive 20% of the proceeds when families mention St. Raphael School.