Saint Dominic School
Academic Excellence - Catholic Values
"O Most Holy Virgin Mary, Queen of the most holy Rosary, you were pleased to appear to the children of Fatima and reveal a glorious message. We implore you, inspire in our hearts a fervent love for the recitation of the Rosary. By meditating on the mysteries of the redemption that are recalled therein may we obtain the graces and virtues that we ask, through the merits of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer. Amen."

Our Lady of Fatima, pray for us.
On May 13, 1917 three young children (Lucia, Francisco, and Jacinta) from Fatima, Portugal reported that the Virgin Mary appeared to them, dressed in white more brilliant then the sun, and asked the children to "Say the Rosary every day to obtain peace for the world. And after each decade say the following prayer: 'O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, save us from the fires of Hell, and lead all souls to Heaven, especially those who have the most need of Thy mercy"

Our Lady publicly appeared to the children five more times that year, on the 13th day of each month from June to October, encouraging them to grown in fervent prayer and instructing them to pray the Rosary daily.

Just as she did to the three children in Fatima, Our Lady calls each of us to grow in our personal prayer life - praying more often and fervently.

Throughout this month of May, let us seek the intercession of the Blessed Mother. May we take up the practice of praying the holy Rosary more often - deepening our connection with our Lord through the gift of the His Mother.

“When Jesus saw His mother and the disciple there whom He loved, he said to His mother, “Woman, behold, your son.” Then He said to the disciple, “Behold, your mother.” And from that hour the disciple took her into his home.” John 19: 26-27
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Click here to review the prayers of the most Holy Rosary

Spring Fundraiser Pickup

Field Day Schedule 2024

The children will be participating in Field Day under the direction of our physical education teacher, Mrs. Sylvia Dodd. Students in Grades K through 8 will showcase their athletic skills, teamwork, and their ability to have fun!


Please find below the dates of the scheduled field days. 

Friday, May 17 - Grades 6-8

Friday, May 24 - Grades K-2

Thursday, May 30 - Grades 3-5 


*Changes to this may be made prior to Field Days.


Parents are welcome to attend.


Sincerely,

Mrs. Elizabeth Tonkovich

Principal

Memorial Day - School Closed 5/27 & 5/28

Dress Down Day! 5/29/24

Barnes & Noble Night &

Dine to Donate in Brick Plaza! 5/29/24

Summer Reading 2024

Kindergarten

  • 2 books of student’s choice


First Grade

  • 2 books of student’s choice


Second Grade 

  • 2 books of student’s choice


Third Grade

  • The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary
  • Third Grade Angels by Jerry Spinelli


Fourth Grade

  • Wedgie & Gizmo by Suzanne Selfors
  • Who Was Thomas Alva Edison by Margaret Frith OR 

Who Is Malala Yousafzai by Dinah Brown


Fifth Grade

  • Frindle by Andrew Clements 
  • Crash by Jerry Spinelli


Sixth Grade

  • Out of My Mind by Sharon M. Draper


Seventh Grade

  • Unbroken- Laura Hillenbrand (Young Readers Edition)


Eighth Grade 

  • Drums, Girls + Dangerous Pie by Jordan Sonnenblick

Night at the BlueClaws

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The Feast of Corpus Christi

Last Day of School Reminder

8th Grade Cap & Gown Mass

All grades will attend this special liturgy on 5/31/24 as we join together as a school community for the Sacrifice of Mass one final time with our 8th Grade Students. Our Graduates will wear their Graduation Caps & Gowns as their SDS School Community wishes them all the Lord's blessings as they enter into the next season of their life. Although they will soon leave SDS and venture onto high school.


We ask all the members within our school community to join us in praying for the Class of 2024 as they prepare for the celebrations and all that lie ahead.


"Almighty God, we give you thanks for the Class of 2024. We ask you to accompany them as they prepare for this very special moment in their lives and for all of the new adventures and challenges ahead. May the paths they take always lead to you and to the eternal joy that is their inheritance through Baptism. We make this prayer to you in the name of Jesus your Son. Amen."

Class Placement
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Every year teachers receive requests to place students in particular classes for the following year. Please understand that there are many factors that are considered when preparing new class lists. We sincerely ask you to allow the professional staff at Saint Dominic School to make student placements based on their educational expertise. Please trust that the decisions are made to help the children be academically successful in a Catholic school environment. Thank you for your understanding and acceptance of our placements. 

Class Parent Interest

Dear Parents,


Every year, the P.T.A. and administration looks for two parents to represent each of our classes. These class parents fill an important role as facilitators for specific classroom celebrations, communication with fellow parents, and assisting the teacher with classroom needs.


Please review the following list of class parent duties. If you are interested and able to fulfill all of the duties of a class parent, please complete the form below by June 30, 2024.


If you have any questions, please contact Shannon Simpson, P.T.A. Co- President via email at shannonmulrooney1219@gmail.com.

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Class Parent duties include the following:


Coordinate holiday celebrations (Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s Day). Please be advised these events do take place during school hours and class parents are relied upon to assist during those hours.

Coordinate desserts for various school concerts and fundraisers

Create and deliver the class Basket for the Annual Fundraiser

Assist with P.T.A./School Activities

Communicate with fellow parents about classroom needs and P.T.A. updates

Attend monthly P.T.A. meetings 

Volunteer for the Annual Gift Auction on March 1, 2025. 


**Please only submit an application if you can agree to volunteering for ALL of the above! 


*Please note: All class parent forms are reviewed by and decided on by the administration*


Thank you for your support!


Sincerely,

The Saint Dominic P.T.A.

Click here for the Form!
Summer Office Hours

The School Office will be closed

Thursday, June 13th through Friday, June 14th.


We will re-open on Monday, June 17 and will follow summer office hours:


Monday through Thursday

8:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M.


The school office will be closed:

July 4th,

July 29 - August 9,

&  August 28 - September 2.


School will re-open on

Tuesday, September 3, 2024


Parents are asked to please send updated immunization

forms to the school office no later than August 8th. 


Summer Tutoring

The following teachers offer tutoring during the summer.


Please feel free to contact the teachers directly via email.

This is a private service between you and the teacher.



Mrs. Nilla Kuse

Grades K-5 - all subjects

nkuse@stdomschool.org


Mrs. J. Brouder

Grades K-3 - reading and math

jbrouder@stdomschool.org


Ms. J. Nemeth

Grades K-4- math, reading/ language arts 

jnemeth@stdomschool.org


Ms. K. Butkus

Grades 4-8 -all subjects

kbutkus@stdomschool.org


Mrs. K. Turnbach

All grades - all subjects

kturnbach@stdomschool.org


Mrs. M. Rybczynski

Grades K-4 - reading and math

mrybczynski@stdomschool.org


Mrs. J Gualano 

Grades K-7 - math 

Jgualano@stdomschool.org


Mrs. J. Miller

Grades 4-8 language arts

jmiller@stdomschool.org


Mrs. D. Gracia

Grades: K-8- all subjects 

dgracia@stdomschool.org


Mrs. K. Wojciak

Grades K-5 - all subjects

kwojciak@stdomschool.org


Mrs .D Galas

All grades - math through high school geometry

dgalas@stdomschool.org


Summer Programs

Saint Dominic School teachers hold several summer programs available for students.


These programs provide great opportunities for students to grow academically and socially, alongside their peers, during the summer months. Please make sure to review the wonderful programs listed below! Space may be limited, so make sure to sign-up and reserve your student's spot as soon as possible! 


All Summer Programs are non-refundable.

Kick-Off to Kindergarten! (Rising Kindergarteners)
Let's Make Learning Fun! (Rising 1st & 2nd Graders)
Literacy STEM Camp (Rising 3rd & 4th Graders)
Summer Math Camp! (Rising 4th & 5th Graders)
Summer Art (Rising 3rd - 8th Graders)
Summer Reading Program (Rising 6th, 7th & 8th Graders)
A 'Culinary Adventure' (Rising 5th - 7th Graders)
Forensic Science (Rising 5th - 8th Graders)
Blue Jay Sports Camp

Thank You from Lahaina, Hawaii!

Thank You from the Lenten Mission Collection

CulleyStrong - 5K Walk & Run
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