Portland St. Patrick Catholic School

(3/15)  Corrected Minutes

A corrected copy of the Athletic Association minutes is now online.

(3/14)  Congratulations Mrs. Lucas!

Congratulations to Mrs. Lyndsay Lucas and her husband, Pat, who are parents of a new baby girl, Mackenzie Louise.

(3/11)  School Newsletter Online

This week's issue of the school newsletter is now online.

(3/11)  School Commission Meeting Notes

Notes from Tuesday night's School Commission Meeting are now online.

(3/9)  CMAC Scholar Banquet

Hold the Date:  The CMAC Scholar Banquet is scheduled for April 18, 2010.  Arrival time 4 p.m. with dinner at 5 p.m.  This banquet honors Senior athletes with a grade point average of 3.4 or higher and have a varsity letter in two sports, one of those obtained in their senior year.  If your senior meets these qualifications, you will receive a formal invitation at a later date. 

(3/9)  Revised Spring Sports Schedule

A few changes have been made on the spring sports schedule.  If you already printed out a reference copy, please discard it and print a new copy.  All of the individual schedules on the website have been updated to reflect the changes.

(3/9)  Athletic Association Minutes

Minutes from last weekend's Athletic Association meeting are now online.

(3/7)  Spring Sports Schedule Online

The complete Shamrock Spring Sports Schedule is now available online.  Click here or on the link in the button panel at the top right of this page for a complete, combined schedule.  Click on Athletic Programs, then on an individual sport to find the schedule for that sport.

(3/7)  Shamrock Auction

The website for the Shamrock Auction is now up and running.  The auction is scheduled for April 17.

(3/6)  Whoops!

Sorry about the misinformation about the girls playing at Lansing Christian last night.  Webmaster should not rely on info gleaned from the pages of the Lansing State Journal!  Hope that if anyone made the trip over there that you were able to find a fish fry or something else to make your journey worthwhile!

(3/5)  Athletic Association Meeting

Reminder that this Sunday, March 7, the Athletic Association will meet at 9:00 a.m.  See the attached agenda.

(3/5)  Winter Sports Banquet

The Winter Sports Banquet will be held on Thursday, March 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the KC Hall.  Families should bring a dish to pass and their own table service.

(3/5)  School Newsletter Online

This week's issue of the school newsletter is now available to read online.

(3/5)  Bridge Building

The 9th grade physical science classes conducted a bridge building contest as part of their unit on engineering.  Congratulations to Justin Gross and Kyle Schrauben for designing the bridge that could hold the most weight.  Their bridge held 37 textbooks before succumbing to the weight.  View photos in the Bridge Building album in the Photo Gallery.

(3/5)  Basketball Tournament Info

• Varsity boys basketball district: St. Patrick plays on Wednesday, March 10 at 6:00 p.m. at Morrice
• Varsity girls play in the district finals tonight at Lansing Christian
• Varsity girls start regional play on Tuesday, March 9 at 6:00 p.m. at Alma High School

(3/5)  Win $25,000!

Just a reminder to be sure to get your ticket(s) for the Win 25 Large Raffle, which will take place on May 16.  The winner will walk away with $25,000 in cash...plus there are 24 additional prizes to be awarded.  Tickets are $20 each and are available at the school office, Westside Grocery, the Wagon Wheel and Portland Party Store.

(3/4)  Spring Picture-Day

March 19 is the day that Lifetouch Studios will be back at St. Patrick School for spring pictures.  The company provides lots of good information and tips on how to get the best pictures possible on their website:  http://www.lifetouchpicday.com%20/

(3/4) Shamrocks ‘Rock’ the Spartans  by: Rachel Miros

    On March 3 at 7:00, the district final game between the Shamrocks of Portland Saint Patricks and the Spartans of Webberville took place.  The game started off with Webberville winning the jump ball.  At the end of the first quarter St. Pats was up 14-7.  Throughout the second quarter Webberville reduced the scoring gap and brought the score to 21-17 at halftime.  St. Pats came out strong but Webberville kept fighting back and were still down by five, 32-27 at the end of the third quarter.  St. Pats broke away during the fourth quarter and were up by eleven.  St. Pats let off the gas a little bit and Webberville brought it back to a four point game with a minute and a half left.  Fortunately, St. Pats held on and won 47-41.  Senior Katie Simon let us know what she thought of the game, “Webberville played really rough, but we just stayed focused and did what we had to do.”  St. Pats had a total of six steals and four assists.  We crashed the boards well and were led in rebounds by Kaity Goodrich and Adrienne Thelen.  Adrienne Thelen had ten points and Sidney Hill followed her with nine points.  Nicole Schnieder went 11 for 16 from the free throw line and had eight field goal points.  The Shamrocks will play their first regional match at Alma on March 9th.

(3/4)  Photos of Spanish Club Field Trip

See photos of the tubing experiences that the students from the Spanish Club had on their recent field trip.

(3/2)  Photos in the Gallery

Take a look at a new album in the Photo Gallery--that showcases some of the Shamrock cheerleaders.  It also shows the group of little girls who attended Cheerleading Camp on February 13.

(3/2) Athletic Association Meeting

The March meeting of the Athletic Association will be held this Sunday, March 7 at 9:00 p.m. on the second floor of the school.  The center doors on West Street will be unlocked for the meeting.  Everyone is welcome, and invited, to attend!

(3/1)  Shamrock Auction

Put the date for the Shamrock Auction on your calendars---April 17, 2010 at 6 p.m. at the KC Hall.  This year's theme: Who is Your Super Hero!  This annual event is always full of fun with great food and drinks, raffles, auctions and hilarious entertainment.  You won't want to miss it.  The auction website is almost ready to go....we'll give you a link to it very soon!  

(3/1)  We're on Facebook!

St. Patrick School is now on Facebook.  If you have an account---click on the icon on the left and become a friend.  Be sure to let your other Facebook friends know, too.  this will be a great way for alumni and other friends of St. Patrick's to stay in touch.

(2/27)  Girls Basketball 2010 Tournament Info

Districts begin on March 1 at 7:30 p.m., at Lansing Christian.  St. Pat's vs. Morrice. Championship Game March 12 at 7:00 p.m.

(2/27)  Mr. Holman's Daughter is Philanthropist

Be sure to read the front page of the Ionia Sentinel Standard Weekender, where Mr. Chuck Holman's 6-year old daughter is featured.  Calah Holman, 6, a kindergarten student at SS Peter and Paul Catholic School in Ionia, recently celebrated her birthday.  She asked the guests not to bring her any gifts, but instead to bring a gift for the children at DeVos Children's Hospital.  Great idea, Calah!

(2/27)  Right to Life Holds Breakfast

Right to Life Youth Society will hold a breakfast on Sunday, March 7 from 8 - 11 a.m. at the KC Hall.  Menu includes pancakes, sausage, ham, scrambled eggs, has browns and beverages.  Admision is $6 for adults, $4 for cildren 6-12, free admission for children under 5.  Proceeds will benefit youth society activities.

(2/25)  Shamrocks Win Close One Over Potterville  by Michelle Fox

The Portland St. Pats Shamrocks Varsity Girls CMAC League game against Potterville Vikings on Wednesday night was one that kept all the fans on the edges of their seats. The snowy and icy roads didn’t stop the truly devoted fans from coming to the Potterville Gymnasium to cheer on their team. And what a performance from both teams!  (Click here to read the rest of the article)

(2/24)  Congrats to Jr. Pro Team

Congratulations to the 5th grade junior pro boys basketball team for taking 3rd place in their season ending tournament this weekend at Okemos.  Congratulations to the 6th grade junior pro boys basketball team for taking 2nd place at their tournament this weekend in Charlotte.  To see the photo of each team go to the varsity basketball album in the Photo Gallery.

(2/24)  Game Will Not Be Rescheduled

The Junior High boys basketball game that was canceled because of weather on Feb. 22 will not be rescheduled.

(2/23)  NHS Blood Drive

The National Honor Society will sponsor a blood drive on Thursday, March 4, 2010, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. in the Parish Hall.  Walk-ins are welcome, or if you would like to schedule a time, please email Kaye Sandborn, kayesandborn@portlandstpats.org.  Please state the time you wish to be there, along with a telephone number.

(2/22)  ALERT!

Because of the weather, high school buses will be running early today, leaving at 1:35 p.m.  Elementary/Middle School buses will run at regular time.

If parents want to pick up children earlier than our normal dismissal time, come to the school office and your children will be released.

All after-school activities for today and tonight have been canceled.

(2/21)  School Newsletter Online

This week's school newsletter is now available to read online.

• Thank you to all who contributed to the Jean/Hat Day for Trent Bengel.  $600 was collected!
• Wanted: A parent or two who can help out with the Chess Club.  Call Randy Hodge if you can do it.
• Pre-School, DK, Kindergarten Open House is Thursday, February 25 at 6:30 p.m.
• Thank you to everyone who helped us meet our Box Tops for Education goal!  Keep saving those box tops!

(2/21)  Benefit Fund for Jeremy Russman

Jeremy Russman, who graduated from St. Pat's in 1996, was badly injured in a farming accident in January.  In lieu of a benefit dinner or breakfast, an account has been established at the Portland Federal Credit Union, to help his family with expenses through the next months.  If you would like to donate, please stop by the credit union or make a phone call.  For additional information, contact Bryan or Karen Scheurer.

(2/18)  Shamrocks Fall to the Wolfpack, by Adrienne Thelen

LAINGSBURG – After a three game winning streak the Shamrocks (4-11) suffered a league loss to the Laingsburg Wolfpack on Friday night 37-59. Tyler Smith led the Shamrocks with 8 points and Paul Pung added 7. Andrew Wade led all scorers with 10 points and five steals for the Wolfpack. The Shamrocks will play at home Friday night against the Eagles of Fowler (9-4).

(2/18)  Open House Scheduled for Feb. 25

Open House and Registration for students entering Pre-School, DK or Kindergarten next fall will be held on Thursday, February 25 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Patrick Parish Hall.  Families do not have to be members of St. Patrick Parish to enroll their children, so please spread the word to your neighbors and friends.  For more information about the programs, be sure to read Mr. Hodge's Notes & Reflections. Other information can be found in the parent newsletter.

(2/17)  Old Uniforms Needed

 Mrs. Tracy Hengesbach is planning to have the PM Latchkey students do a project for the Shamrock Auction.  She needs old or unusable dress code pants, shorts, skirts, and jumpers in all colors. If you have any of these items that have holes or stains on them, please drop them off at the school office, in a bag marked with her name.  Or, phone her at (517) 526-3511. Thanks very much!

(2/17)  Photos of Parties

The students in DK and Kindergarten had a lot of fun last week at their Valentine Parties.  Take a look at the pictures, posted in the Photo Gallery.  (Look in the first album, 2010 School Year---scroll all the way to the bottom of that album.)

(2/16)  New Web Feature

Take a look at the left column of this page, and you'll see our newest web feature, This Week at St. Pat's.  It will be a complete list of everything that's happening this week at the school or in the athletic program.  (Be sure to let Mrs. Kinsman know if your group has something going on, so that she can get it onto the master calendar.)  If you need additional information about any of the items on the list, click on the link to the master calendar, located at the bottom of the week's activities.

(2/16)  Congrats to Free Throw Winners

Congratulations to Alaina Schrauben  and Nathan Lehnert, who won their age brackets in the KC Free Throw Contest last weekend..  The next round is Saturday, Feb. 20 in Belmont.

(2/16)  Congrats to Jr. Pro Team

Congratulations to the 7th grade junior pro basketball team for winning 1st place in their season ending tournament this weekend (see photos in the girls basketball folder).  The season was capped off with a spectacular 31 – 30 win over Mason on Sunday afternoon.  This victory completed a perfect 12 – 0 season for the 7th grade team.  Thank you to Mike Wilcox and Kevin Schrauben for all their hard work and hours spent working with the girls throughout the season. 

(2/12)  Athletic Association Minutes

A corrected copy of the Athletic Association minutes is now online.

(2/9)   100 Days of School!

Students in DK through 2nd grade celebrated 100th day today.  The students and teachers did many fun activities to celebrate our 100th day of school.  St. Patrick School students are 100 days smarter!  See photos in the Photo Gallery---scan down in the Catholic Schools Week album to find them.

(2/9)  Open House Scheduled for Feb. 25

An Open House for children who will be entering Pre-School, DK or Kindergarten in the fall of 2010 will be held at the Parish Hall on Thursday, February 25 at 6:30 p.m.  Parents are encouraged to bring your children along, so that they can tour the school and meet the teachers.  Kindergarten Screening is scheduled for April 20.

(2/9)   Congrats to 6th Grade Jr. Pro Team

Congratulations to the 6th Grade Jr. Pro team, who finished the season undefeated, with an 8-0 record!  Good job, guys!

(2/9)  All after school activities for today and tonight have been canceled due to the weather.

(2/9 )  Athletic Association Minutes

The minutes from last Sunday's Athletic Association meeting are now available to read online.

(2/9)  7/8 Boys Basketball

The junior high boys basketball program is seeing 100% participation this year.  The five member 7th grade team is definitely the hardest working group of 7th grade boys in the CMAC.  They have received numerous compliments from opposing fans and officials for how hard they work and their efforts have led to two wins so far this season.  The 8th grade team is made up of 8 members.  Their hard fought victory over Dansville last night improved their record to 4 - 3 on the year.  The next three games are the last three home games of the season.  Come on out to the Pit and cheer on these boys on 2-10, 2-15 and 2-16.  The 7th grade game starts at 5 with the 8th grade immediately following.

(2/9)  Middle School Dance
The middle school dance was a great success!  Nearly 100 young students enjoyed an evening of dance and socializing.  Thank you to Mrs. Martin and the middle school student council for organizing the event, all the chaperones, and DJ Rob Pearson.  A big thank you to Lisa and Elle Lehman for the photography, flowers, and for transforming the cafeteria into a dance hall! 

(2/8)  More Dates to Remember

• Parent Night for Varsity Girls Basketball is this Friday, Feb. 12 at halftime of the girls game against CC-C.
• Cheer Clinic Recognition Night is February 19 at halftime of the girls game against Fowler.
• 5/6 Youth Basketball Night is February 26 during halftime of the boys game against  P-W.
• Parent Night for Varsity Boys Basketball is March 2 during halftime of the boys varsity game against Fulton.
• Girls Basketball Districts begin on March 1 at Lansing Christian
• Boys Basketball Districts begin on March 10 at Morrice
• Winter Sports Banquet--March 11 at 6:30 p.m. at the KC Hall

(2/6)  Class Reunion

The Class of 1965 will hold their 45-year reunion on Friday, June 25 at the Gathering Tent of the 2010 Parish Festival.  Classmates will gather at the tent at 5:30 p.m. for dinner and drinks, then will attend the live performance of Late Nite Catechism 2. At the conclusion of the play, live music will be available in the tent. For more information contact Mary Jo Schneider (647-7136).

(2/6)  Photo Gallery

Catholic Schools Week has come to an end...after a whole week of meaningful activities!  See photos of Friday's trip to the bowling alley in the Photo Gallery  (In the CSW Album).

(2/5)   School Newsletter is Online

This week's school newsletter is now available to read online.

(2/5)  Upcoming Events to Remember:

• Feb. 5  Middle School Dance in the cafeteria at 7:00 p.m.
• Feb. 7  Athletic Association meeting 9:00 a.m.
• Feb. 8  3rd & 4th grade field trip to state capitol
• Feb. 9  School Commission Meeting begins with mass at 6:00 p.m.
• Feb. 12 Jean/Hat Day, with proceeds going to Trent Bengel and family
• Feb. 13 ACT Practice Test
• Feb. 13 Cheerleading Clinic at St. Pat's gym
• Feb. 15 No School

(2/5)  Benefit Breakfast

There will be a benefit breakfast for Trent Bengel, son of Randy and Terri (Boos) Bengel on Sunday, February 21 from 8:00 am - 1:00 pm at St. Mary's Parish Hall in Westphalia.

(2/4)  Hot Lunch Menu

The February hot lunch menu is now online.

(2/4)  E-Mail Addresses Needed

Parents of St. Patrick's Students:  We are trying to compile a complete list of e-mail addresses for school families.  Please contact Mrs. Kinsman at the school office with your current e-mail address.

(2/3)  Tonight's Basketball Games

The varsity girls game against Saranac will start at 6:30 tonight.  The boys game will follow at about 8:00.  Both games will be played at Portland Middle School.

(2/3)  Catholic Schools Week Celebration

We're celebrating Catholic Schools Week this week.  Yesterday student representatives attended mass at St. Andrew's Cathedral in Grand Rapids.  See photos in the Photo Gallery.

(2/1)   Thank You!

Thank you to everyone who helped make the 2010 Breakfast Buffet a resounding success!  We fed 550 people---a record crowd!  The winner of the 50/50 drawing was Mr. Pat Russman, who collected $286.  Congratulations, Pat!  Read a complete thank you from School Commission Chairperson Ralph Willemin.

(1/28)  Welcome to New Student

We would like to welcome 8th grader, Kayla Towery to our St. Patrick School family.  Welcome, Kayla!

(1/28)  School Newsletter Online

This week's school newsletter is now available to read online.

(1/28)  School/Parish Calendar

The new Calendar for the School/Parish keeps getting better and better.  Be sure to take a look at it!  Click on the link at the left, in the navigation panel.  The complete calendar shows all of the things that are happening in the parish, but it can be filtered to show just school or athletic events.  To access the filter, look at the top right corner of the calendar.  By default it is set to "all interest groups."  Click on the arrow and choose "school" or "athletics" and the calendar will show only those events.

(1/28)  Early Childhood Development Open House

The Open House for Pre-School, DK and Kindergarten is scheduled for February 25.  DK and Kindergarten Screening will be held on April 20.

(1/28)  Teacher Feature

It's time for another Teacher Feature!  Science teacher Jordan Smith is profiled on the Staff Page.

(1/27)  Last Week's Newsletter

If you had problems opening last week's school newsletter, we apologize for the error.  Here is the link to open it. 

(1/27)   ACT Test Prep Workshop

Complete information about the February 13 workshop, including a printable registration form is now available online.

(1/27)  Breakfast Buffet

This Sunday morning will be the Annual Breakfast Buffet to help kick off Catholic Schools Week.  Mark Simon will cook a meal that will include 4 kinds of meat, sausage gravy and biscuits, fried potatoes, scrambled eggs, pancakes and beverages.  The price is so reasonable that you'll want to bring the whole family....maybe even the whole neighborhood!  Adults $6, Students (age 5-11 $3, little ones eat free!  Tickets will be available at the door. 

(1/26)  Report Cards

Report cards will be in the mail on Wednesday, January 27.

(1/26)  ACT Test Prep Workshop

A workshop entitled ACT with Writing Test-Prep will be held at St. Patrick School on Saturday, February 13 from 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. The workshop is open to all high school students and is presented by Frank Bernier, PhD.  Complete information will be available on this website in a few days.

(1/25)  Free Throw Contest Winners

See a photo of the winners of yesterday's KC Free Throw Contest. Front row: Lauren Russel, Alaina Schrauben, Corey Gensterblum, Nathan Lehnert; Back row: Riley Smith, Logan Cook, John Carly, Rhet Schrauben, Brenden Schrauben.  Winners will advance to the next level of competition.

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