Parent Weekly Update 3/27/26

St Rose Elementary School, rooted in Catholic values, strives to achieve educational excellence by facilitating the intellectual, spiritual, and physical growth of each child and promoting a community of faith, hope, love and service.

Parent Weekly Update

March 30, 2026 - April 10, 2026

Important Dates at a Glance

Sunday, March 29, 2026 - Holy Sprouts Playgroup Easter Egg Hunt at St Rose of Lima Church 10:30 AM Parish Courtyard

Monday, March 30, 2026 - Tenebrae presented by grade 4 at 1:15 PM - all are welcome

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 - Living Last Supper presented by grade 6 at 1:15 PM - all are welcome

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 - School is closed for Easter Break 

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - Summer Uniforms begin

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - Band practice and lessons

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - no ice cream sold at lunches

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 - no hot lunch served - all students pack

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - St Rose Star Players Play Practice

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 - HSA meeting on campus at 6:30 PM

Friday, April 10, 2026 - School Mass at 8:30 AM  - all are welcome

Happy Easter

Dear St Rose Families,

As we enter into the holiest week of our liturgical year, and move quickly toward the celebration of Easter, I hope you were able to join us for some of the beautiful religious celebrations we held here at school.  What a beautiful gift it is for us to be able to share our faith with our students on a daily basis! I hope your Easter celebration provides you an opportunity to enjoy time with family as you reflect on the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.  On behalf of the entire faculty and staff of St. Rose of Lima Elementary School, I wish you and your families a very happy and blessed Easter!

Respectfully,

Mrs. Sharon Johnston, MAT

Principal

St Rose of Lima Elementary School

Last Day to Re-register for the 2026-2027 School Year/Financial Aid 

Registration is filling up fast.  All families at St Rose of Lima are required to file for financial assistance, work with our EITC program, or both in order to receive ANY discounts in tuition. Our school code is 20621. The financial aid link for the 2026-2027 school year through Simple Tuition Solutions opened for parents on February 2, 2026.  ALL FAMILIES MUST COMPLETE THEIR APPLICATION FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE BY MARCH 31, 2026 IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR ANY DISCOUNTS. Parishioner forms are being sent home today and due 3/31/26.

Would you like to Volunteer?  Here’s how!

St. Rose of Lima Elementary School considers its volunteers invaluable.  Through the generosity of volunteers, the school can offer more attention, individualization, and programs to all students.  Volunteers can assist in the library, supervise lunch, outdoor recess, speed up lunch lines, read to and with students, guide independent activities, help with special projects, etc.  Others help at home with researching, cutting, phone calls, work on committees for marketing and development, technology, and so forth.  Involved and supportive parents are the backbone of any school’s success.

To ensure the safety of our students, all volunteers must comply with the Diocesan Youth Protection Program.  Full details of the program can be found at www.hbgdiocese.org.  These details can also be found on the church website at www.saintroseoflimayork.org or contact the school office.

All clearances need to be returned into the school office and must be within the current year to accompany the volunteer badge application.  Computers are available at the school for those without internet access and want to pursue seeking their clearances. THIS INCLUDES VOLUNTEERING FOR FIELD DAY.

The Mother/Son Night is Tonight!

The Mom/Son night is at Titanium Athletics in Glen Rock on Friday, March 27, 2026 from 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM.  Tickets are $16 per person.  To purchase tickets contact Molly Raetz at the School Office by calling  717-792-0889 or by scanning the QR code on the flyer attached to this update.  Hope to see you there!!

April HSA Meeting - Date Change 

The April meeting for HSA will be Wednesday, April 8th at 6:00 pm at St. Rose Elementary.  Please join us to help plan the best day of the year, Field Day!  Even if you haven't attended a meeting in the past, now is a great time to get involved.  If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Jalana Firestone at strosehsa@stroseschoolpa.org. 

Spring Movie Night - Friday, April 17th at 7:00 pm

Join us for the spring movie night at St. Rose.  We will be watching the movie "David", an animated story about the biblical journey of David, a shepherd boy who becomes a courageous warrior and anointed king.  Families should bring beach/camping chairs or towels to sit on.  The HSA will be providing snacks and drinks during the movie.  We hope to see you there!

Holy Sprouts Easter Egg Hunt this Sunday!

This Sunday we are hosting our Holy Sprouts Easter Egg Hunt immediately following the 9:30 AM mass at St Rose of Lima Parish Center.  Children ages 1-7 are able to bring a basket and collect Easter Eggs in the courtyard of the church.  There is no registration and no fee.  Hope to see you there!

April 1 - Summer Uniforms Begin

Our handbook states that we are in winter uniform until April 1, 2026.  That is our first day of Easter Break, so summer uniforms will begin when we return from break on April 7, 2026.

Lunch with Loved Ones is Coming!

Join us for our special Lunch with Loved Ones event on Thursday, April 9, 2026! This cherished tradition invites parents, grandparents, and special guests to share a meal with our students during the school day. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the gift of family, strengthen our school community, and create lasting memories together.

Guests are welcome to bring lunch or enjoy a meal provided by the school. Each gathering will begin with a brief prayer, reflecting our gratitude for the blessings of faith, family, and fellowship. PreK lunch is at 11:00 AM, Grades K-2 have lunch from 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM, and grades 3-6 have lunch from 12:10 PM - 12:50 PM.

We look forward to welcoming you into our school and sharing this meaningful time together! Please call the School Office at 717-792-0889 to RSVP by Tuesday, April 7, 2026.

Holy Week Events

During Holy Week, our students in grades 4–6 will present a variety of beautiful religious performances that reflect the meaning and significance of this sacred time. All are welcome to attend and support our students as they share their talents and faith with our community.

Please note that parking will be limited. Guests are asked to park in the grass area on the side of the school closest to the big playground. Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to celebrating this special week together.

• Friday, March 27, 2026 at 1:15 PM - Living Stations presented by Grade 5
• Monday, March 30, 2026 at 1:15 PM - Tenebrae presented by Grade 4
• Tuesday, March 31, 2026  at 1:15 PM - Living Last Supper presented by Grade