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December 4, 2025
Thursday Tidbits
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We start our holiday celebrations this Friday 12/5 at 9:00 am in the church, with a wonderful Christmas Story Concert, with performances by our youngest students; Preschool & Kindergarten. We are expecting over 400 guests for this concert and have opened up our West parking lot (enter through the gym doors) in addition to the large East lot (enter through the main church doors.) The students have been practicing for weeks, and are sure to amaze you with their heavenly voices.
Next week Thursday, 12/11 at 5:30 pm our 1-5 graders will celebrate the Christmas season through song. This is an evening performance located in the church. Here is note from our music director, Mrs. Nuzzo:
"The Christmas Pageant is fast approaching! 1st-5th grades will present the story of the birth of Jesus on December 11th at 5:30 in church. 5th graders will need to arrive by 5:00 to get into their costumes (meet in the art room!) and 1st-4th graders need to arrive at 5:15, and then leave their belongings in church with parents before going to their classrooms. They are very excited to retell the story, sing and play instruments for you! If for any reason your child cannot be there that night, please email me directly at Kara.Nuzzo@stgilbertschool.org so I can make sure all parts are covered. Attire is Christmas fancy for those not in other costumes."
The results are in for our yearly School Christmas Ornament Contest, run by Mrs. Baynes, Art Teacher:
Congratulations to our 2025 Christmas Ornament Contest Winners!
This year's winner is Adeline W. in 6B with her Roaring Rebels design!
In 2nd place is Vivian R. in 6B with her Angels Among Us design, and
In 3rd place is Ava F. in 8A with her snowman design
*We had 3 additional finalists: Ava M. in 8B, Ethan S. in 8A and Nolan B. in 6A
Congratulations everyone! Thank you for your creative designs!
Please see attached order form to get your 2025 Roaring Rebels Keepsake Ornament! Christmas Ornament Order Form 2025
Christmas Ornaments will be sold at both concerts in the back of the church. Cash is preferred. These do sell out every year, so get yours today!
I hear a host of angels singing!
Mrs. Buckley, Principal
Calendar Reminders:
Thursday 12/4 - Christmas Bazaar drop off of items 2:15-5:00 pm.
Friday 12/5 - Spirit Wear Day, PK & K Christmas Concert 9:00 am in Church, Christmas Bazaar Drop off items 8:00 am-8:00 pm.
Sunday 12/7 - Parish Christmas Tree Lighting after 5:00 pm mass Christmas Tree Lighting
Monday 12/8 - Holy Day (All School Mass at 8:00 am), Winter Cheer Camp Grades K-4 from 2:00-4:00
Wednesday 12/10 - No mass, No Grayslake buses (pm)
Thursday 12/11 - Santa Secret Shopping Begins!, 1-5 Christmas Concert 5:30 pm in Church, Christmas Spirit Wear Dress Down (school purchased spirit wear only)
SGS Sports Central:
12/8 - Boys Basketball 7th & 8th away @ Frassati (6:00/7:00)
12/9 -Boys Basketball 6th & 8th HOME vs. Westlake (5:00/6:00
12/10 - Girls Basketball 6th & 7th HOME vs. St. Joe’s (5:30/6:30)
5th & 6th Grade Boys Basketball in POP Tournament 12/11-12/13 (various times)
Other Bits:
Christmas Bazaar Christmas Bazaar Shopping! Used Christmas Donations: Christmas Bazaar
Link to volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044CABAB22ABFDCE9-60676548-christmas#/
Santa's Secret Shop: Pre-loaded vouchers directions:
Shop--
Online Vouchers-
Student Vouchers - Gift Vouchers - Holiday Treasures Gift Shop
Dave & Busters Game Card Fundraiser (FSA) Dave & Busters
December 2, 2025
"Christmas Dress Down Passes"
Dear SGS Families,
Back by popular demand, is our sale of "Christmas Dress Down Passes." Dress Down Pass Details These passes make great stocking stuffers, St. Nick treasures, and more. They can be used through the end of the 2025-2026 school year. See the graphic attached for details on costs, and limits for purchase. Our celebration of the season starts this week with our Preschool/Kindergarten Christmas Concert on Friday 12/5.....and will continue as we go through the Advent season until Christmas.
May you see the joy of the season through the eyes of a child,
Mrs. Buckley, Principal
November 20, 2025
Thursday Tidbits
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Tomorrow students will be bringing home their first Trimester Report Cards. Please sit down with your child and praise their efforts, and agree on some goals together. Take a look at their attendance and timeliness getting to school in the morning. Praise them for good efforts in this area, which is an important indicator of success in school.
This Friday ends our Spirit Week, and we will be having our Pep Rally at 12:30. Parents that plan to attend we will be using Door #8 (which is accessed by parking in the East Lot and coming up the driveway behind the rectory.) We will have staff at the door checking you in, just provide your last name and # entering to our door attendant. You will exit the same way, and you will be able to take your child with you. Please let their teacher know if you plan to attend and take them.
Thank you Fusz family for prize cart donations!
Go Rebels!
Mrs. Kris Buckley, Principal
Calendar Reminders:
Friday 11/21 - Spirit Wear & Pep Rally 12:30
Monday 11/24 - No Grayslake Buses (pm), Chipotle (Grayslake) Restaurant Night
Tuesday 11/25 - No Grayslake Buses (pm)
11/26-11/28 - Thanksgiving Break
SGS Sports Central:
Monday 11/24 - 6th & 8th BB home vs HRK @ 6:00/7:00
Other Information:
Student Vendors: Christmas Bazaar
Adult Vendors: Christmas Bazaar
Used Christmas Donations: Christmas Bazaar
FSA Restaurant Night-Grayslake Chipotle
November 14, 2025
Food Drive Results & More Holiday Fliers
Thank you so much to all our families who participated in the Be the Light — Full Hearts, Full Plates food donation drive. We were truly overwhelmed by your generosity. Our conference room was filled with canned goods, bagged meals, cereal, and so much more.
Today, we loaded up vehicles with donations and were honored to deliver food and a $1,000 check to each food pantry: Lord of Glory and Avon Township Food Pantry.
As Jesus teaches us:
“For I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink.” — Matthew 25:35
Thank you for being a light to others!
Your kindness is making a real difference in the lives of our neighbors.
More Holiday Fliers:
We heard you and made the changes! We have added adult and youth sizes to the Preschool Christmas tees in our Spirit wear shop. Only 3 more days to order from this Spiritwear shop. November 17th is the deadline. December 11th will be a special day to wear any Christmas spirit wear that you purchase! Don't miss out and place your orders today: https://stgilbert25.itemorder.com/
Christmas Cheer Clinic, registration link: https://forms.gle/fi69ts9gJucWgQb89
Christmas Bazaar: Bazaar Info. , Bazaar Donations , Craft Vendors
November 13, 2025
Thursday Tidbits
Dear Parents/Guardians,
I was so pleased to see so many children ready for cold weather and snow this week! Great job parents on getting them new boots, snow pants, jackets, hats & gloves. A great time was had by all playing in the snow and building “leaf/snow” bundles. As a reminder, students will go outside for recess even in cold weather, unless the temperature is “0” or below-real or feel temperature. Students will only be allowed to play in snow if they have boots, snow pants, and gloves. Please send them with reusable bags for all their extra winter items-lockers and hooks cannot hold all items, and a nice bag will help them keep things organized and together. When they return home please take out items and hang them to dry. An item that is often forgotten is shoes for when they take their boots off! Thank you for your assistance and preparation of students for the change in weather.
*Thank you to the Kruse family for their donation of recess balls.
Gym Uniform Store Link: https://stgilbertgym.itemorder.com/
Upcoming club sign up: Winter Chess Club
Fall Blessings,
Mrs. Kris Buckley
Calendar Reminders:
Spirit Week is 11/17-11/21 Spirit Week 2025
SGS Sports Central:
5th Grade Boys play at 8:00 am on Sat. 11/15 at home
11/18 - 7th & 8th Grade Boys Basketball at home vs. Frassati (5:30/6:30)
11/20 - 6th/7th/8th Grade Boys Basketball at home vs. St. Pat’s (5:30/6:30/7:30)
Lots Happening around SGS for the holidays-check out all the fliers:
Our new SGS Spiritwear Shop is open until November 17th. Check out the special Christmas items along with so many cute new SGS favorites...perfect for students, parents, and teachers to show off their school spirit this season! December 11th will be a special day to wear any Christmas spirit wear that you purchase! Don't miss out and place your orders today: https://stgilbert25.itemorder.com/
November 6, 2025
Thursday Tidbits
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Today marks the end of Trimester #1. Students will bring home a report card for your review 11/21. As November starts, it seems like a roller coaster as we head towards Christmas time. Here are the dates of some of our larger events that you might wish to add to your family calendars:
11/17-11/21 - School Spirit Week (end with a Pep Rally on Friday at 12:30)
12/5 - PK & K “Christmas Blessings Concert” 9:00 am, in Church
12/11 - Grades 1-5 “Oh Holy Night” Christmas Concert 5:30 pm in Church
12/19 - Classroom Christmas Parties and final day of school before Holiday Break
Calendar Reminders:
Friday 11/7 - No School
Monday 11/10 - Family School Association “Friendsgiving” 7:00 pm, Chapel Hall
Wednesday 11/12 - No Grayslake Buses (PM), 5th Grade Field Trip
SGS Sports Central:
* This is a second call for uniform turn in for the sports of; Girls Volleyball, Boys Soccer & Cross Country (Uniforms should be washed, placed in a bag labeled with your child’s name and grade, and sent c/o the Office.)
Tuesday 11/11 - Home game for 7th Grade Boys Basketball @ 6:00 vs. SMCA
Saturday 11/15 - St. Gilbert hosts all 5th grade boys basketball games beginning at 8:00 am
Fliers & Important Happenings:
Our new SGS Spirit Wear Shop is open — just in time for the holidays! Check out the special Christmas items along with so many cute new SGS favorites...perfect for students, parents, and teachers to show off their school spirit this season!
Order Deadline: November 17th
Delivery: Items will be sent home with your student the week of December 1st
Shop here https://stgilbert25.itemorder.com/
Christmas Cheer Camp Grades K-4 , Sign Up Link: https://forms.gle/k34VQdRqwf4Rh3eQ7
Gym Uniform Store Link: https://stgilbertgym.itemorder.com/
November 4, 2025
Mass Update & Food Drive
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Please see Mass updates and procedures in the email sent to school families. We look forward to welcoming our parish family at our all school masses, you have been missed.
As many of you are aware there has been a huge strain on the local food banks in the past month. Our Student Council is coordinating a food drive that will benefit two local pantries. We have been in contact with them to see what is needed, and they have shared a list, also explaining what the purchasing power of a cash donation can provide. They work with their suppliers to buy quantities of food in bulk at a lower price, so your donation can go very far to feeding families in need. Please see details here: Be the Light: Food Drive
Thank you in advance for your generosity to the families who need help in our community!
Mrs. Kris Buckley, Principal
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