THIS WEEK! Report Cards - Report cards will be issued by email to all parents THIS Friday, January 23.
š NEW! Go Pats! Football Friday Free Dress! š In honor of the New England Patriots and all our favorite football teams, we are having a Football Friday Free Dress this week! All students are invited to represent their favorite football team (especially the Pats!) by wearing a football fan shirt on Friday. Please keep in mind our usual Free Dress rules outlined on page 40 of the Parent-Student Handbook HERE. No leggings, please!
NEXT WEEK! CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK!
Catholic Schools Week is an annual celebration of Catholic schools in the United Statesā¦and we are looking forward to a fun and meaningful week here at Saint Chris! It will run from January 26 through January 30 and will include themes and special activities for each day. Please look tomorrow for an email and a paper schedule detailing the events of the week!
NEW! Day of Giving! We are excited to announce that we will hold our 8th annual Catholic Schools Week Day of Giving next week during our Catholic Schools Week celebration! During this day of philanthropy, camaraderie, and fun, we invite all Saint Chris friends, families, and alumni to join together in support of Saint Christopher Academy and its amazing teachers. The day's events will include incentives for donors, plus ongoing donation updates, videos, and photos on our social media platforms!
100% of every donation made during this annual 24 hour giving campaign will be added to the Saint Christopher Academy Fund for Teachers, a permanent endowment fund dedicated to providing long-term equitable pay and benefits to the outstanding teaching professionals who work tirelessly to educate our students.
To donate, click HERE anytime between 12:00 PM (EST) on January 27 through 12:00 PM (EST) on January 28!
Teacher Endowment Fund Reception - On Tuesday evening, January 27, The Saint Christopher Academy School Board invites all Academy parents to join them in support of our amazing teachers at the inaugural Teacher Endowment Fund Reception at the lower campus. Attendees may RSVP using the Google Form HERE. This lovely evening will include refreshments and presentations from faculty and School Board members in support of the development of the Saint Christopher Fund for Teachers. This endowment fund is dedicated to providing long-term, equitable compensation for our teachers. More information about the fund can be found on the school website HERE.
NEW! Financial Aid Applications - Applications for the Saint Christopher Academy Financial Aid program are now open. If you are interested in applying for financial aid for the 2026-2027 school year, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. IMPORTANT: We can not make ANY Saint Chris financial aid award unless a student has been re-enrolled for the 2026-2027 school year. In addition, financial aid applications can not be reviewed by the school for aid until a 2025 tax return has been uploaded. You may fill out the application prior to completing your taxes, but we are unable to award aid until after the tax return is submitted.
You can apply through your Family Portal. Click on Financial in the left hand column, then Apply for Grant and Aid in the pop-up window.
Note: Financial Aid applicants will also be required to apply for financial aid from the Childrenās Scholarship Fund at a later date. Financial aid may also be available from the NH Education Freedom Account program. Parents will be informed when the application windows open for each program. Any aid received from those funds will be deducted from the financial aid awarded through the Saint Christopher Academy financial aid program.
For questions, please contact Business Manager Shauna Hein at [email protected] or 603-882-7442, ext. 212.
NEW! New Family Enrollment - Tours and applications for students interested in joining our school community for next year have increased over the past few weeks as many parents respond to changes in local schools. If you know of any family who is interested in Saint Chris, please encourage them to contact Lorrice Bedard at [email protected] for a tour or to apply as soon as possible! Applications are considered on a first come, first served basis and open spots in several grades are limited. Thank you!
NEW! Art Class Request - Many thanks to all who donated cardboard to the Art Room! Mrs. Fessenden is now looking for some wire coat hangers for an upcoming project. They can be placed on the porch of the Fine Arts Center at the lower campus at any time. Thank you!
NEW! Upper Campus Supplies Request - āTis the season for sniffles and sneezes and the upper campus is running short of tissues and paper towels! Please consider grabbing an extra one or two the next time you are at the grocery store and sending it in to the front office. Thanks so much!
NEW! Cherubelle Choir - Cherubelle Choir winter session begins after school this Monday 1/26! CBC is open to students in grades pre-K to 2 who would like to learn about music using colorful handbells. Please see the email from Mr Quigley sent 1/12 for registration links and details. Space is limited!
NO SCHOOL Day - We will have no school on Wednesday, February 4th. Teachers will be participating in professional development. Note: Our 5th grade students will be participating in our annual Step-Up Day at the upper campus from 9:00 to 11:30 AM. Parents of 5th grade students will receive more information about Step-Up Day this week.
FEBRUARY VACATION - Our February vacation will run from Saturday, February 21st through Sunday, March 1.
Yearbook Ordering ā Ordering for the 2025-26 Saint Christopher Academy yearbook is now open! See the yearbook ordering email HERE which was sent to parents last week. Please take the time to open the email, read the instructions, and place your order before the ordering window closes at midnight on February 20th! In addition to the yearbook itself, families of students in all grades may purchase Personal Messages and/or a Family Sponsorships. 8th grade families only may also purchase a 1/4 page graduate ad.
*8th grade families, please note: The cost of the yearbook is already included in the graduation fee. All 8th grade students automatically receive a yearbook and do not need to purchase one. However, you may want to order the additional items listed above!
Upper Campus Car Riders - As a reminderā¦.at the end of the day, NO students who are car riders should be going out with walkers to be picked up on Columbia Ave. Car riders should be picked up on Bartlett Avenue, in front of the school, only. Columbia Ave. is reserved for bus student pickup ONLY. We appreciate your cooperation with this as we work to keep our students safe at all times.
iReady Testing - Winter iReady testing is taking place on both campuses through Friday, February 13. Testing will take place in homerooms at the lower campus and during computer class at the upper campus. iReady testing allows us to track student progress over time and plan appropriate academic strategies for individual children and by class and grade level. Please remind your child of the importance of doing his or her very best!
TOMORROW! Boys and Girls Varsity Basketball Final Home Games - Goooooo Wildcats! Our boys and girls varsity basketball teams will be playing their final home games for the regular season TOMORROW Thursday, January 22. The boys team is fighting for the top spot in the league against St. Joes Manchester, while the girls are looking to maintain their divisional placement heading into the playoffs. Letās pack the house in support of our teams, especially our 8th grade students! Free dress passes for ALL students in attendance! The boys tip off at 3:30 PM with the girls hitting the court at about 4:45 PM. Weāll see you there!
Spring Coaches Needed - Our spring sports at the upper campus will begin Monday March 30th and we are in need of two coaches...girls softball and coed golf. For more information about the commitment of these paid coaching positions, contact Mrs. Beauregard ([email protected]).
Chess, Checkers & Cribbage Club! Please click HERE for the meeting schedule. All are welcome!
2026 Auction! Meet us in Miami on April 11 for Miami Vibes: the 22nd Annual Saint Christopher Auctionā¦no passport required! Bursting with bold color, tropical flair, and upbeat energy, this one-night getaway will bring parents, alumni, and friends together for an evening that feels a world away. Enjoy silent and live auctions, a festive sit-down dinner, games, raffles, and more, all set against a backdrop inspired by sunshine, rhythm, and celebration. Itās one of Saint Chrisās most anticipated social events of the year, where great company, great fun, and a great cause come together! More details on plans for the evening and how to get involved will be coming SOON! In the meantime, the Auction website is open and ready for ticket purchases and donationsā¦.check it out HERE!
š“ NEW! Auction Sponsorships š“ ā A huge thank you to our amazing early sponsors for helping us kick off the excitement! Your generosity is already heating things up for what promises to be a fantastic night!
SILVER SPONSOR
NEW! Granite State Commercial Real Estate
BRONZE SPONSOR
PHOTO BOOTH SPONSOR
NEW! Bishop Guertin High School
COPPER SPONSOR
NEW! FACTS Management
Would you, your family, or your business like to join them as an Auction sponsor? š We offer a wide range of sponsorship levelsāfrom $250 to $10,000āso thereās a perfect fit for everyone. You can also choose from a variety of fun and impactful ācustomā sponsorships, including the Wine Pull, desserts, centerpieces, candy table, and more!
All sponsors enjoy great visibility among hundreds of Saint Chris parents, alumni, and friends through pre-event recognition on our Auction website, social media, and in the Wednesday Newsāplus prominent acknowledgment at the event itself. Many sponsorship levels also include tickets to the Auction!
š Click HERE to explore sponsorship opportunities!
š¦© NEW! Auction Amazon Wishlist š¦©- The Auction Committee has been working hard since September to plan this fabulous evening and they could use a little help with decor and candy table supplies. Check out the Amazon Wishlist HERE for a quick and easy way to support the Auction! Items may be added over the next few weeks as the need arisesā¦be sure to check the list a few times before the big night!
āļø TONIGHT! Auction Committee Meeting āļø - The next meeting of the Auction Committee will be TONIGHT, Wednesday, January 21 at 7:00 PM at the upper campus. Plans are moving into high gear as we plan for April 11ā¦please join us!
DEADLINE TO REGISTER TODAY! Mother-Son Skate Night - Calling all moms (or grandmas, aunts and other mother figures)! Our Mother-Son Skate Night on Tuesday, February 3rd is open to everyone from PreK to grade 8! It will be held at Roller Kingdom in Tyngsboro, MA from 6:00 - 8:00 PM. Come skate the night away! Ticket price is $20 per family which will be billed through Incidental Billing in your Family Portal. Note: Roller Kingdom will also charge a $3 skate rental at the facility for those who need skates. All attendees must RSVP HERE by TONIGHT, January 21.
Event Photographer Needed - Weāre in need of a photographer to document the fun at the Mother-Son Skate Night! If youād like to join the fun, please email Marta at [email protected]. Thanks!
STEM Day Speakers - Are you in a STEM field? Would you like to share your love of or experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math? We have begun planning for this yearās STEM Day, to be held on the morning of Tuesday, May 19. We are looking for speakers to present to students about their interest and/or careers in any STEM-related field, whether as a professional or hobbyist. Presentations will be approximately 20-30 minutes in length. If you are interested in speaking, please email Carol Fiore at [email protected].
NEW! Hot Lunch Volunteer Schedule - Thank you to our fabulous Hot Lunch volunteers! The upcoming schedule is:
Thursday, January 22
LC: Melissa Richardson, Crystal Romero
UC: Lori Gordon, Lani Johnston
Friday, January 23
LC: Krista Spadano, Crystal Romero, Christin Morrison
UC: Amy Algeo, NEED A VOLUNTEER
Monday, January 26
LC: Dorene Krauss, NEED A VOLUNTEER
UC: Jen Liba, Diane London
Tuesday, January 27
LC: Liz Guilmette, Ashley Capone
UC: Lani Johnston, NEED A VOLUNTEER
Wednesday, January 28
LC: Amanda Vargas, Leslie Bellows
UC: Amy Algeo, Lani Johnston
Popcorn - Our poppers for this Friday are:
Lower Campus: Jena Ducharme, Diane Perault
Upper Campus: Estafani Rojas
St. CHRIS PARISH NEWS
St. Christopherās Moms & Minis ā Meet with other moms for hot coffee, light treats and conversation in the church hall. Our minis get to play while we chat and grow in faith and fellowship! We meet every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 9 - 10:30 AM during the school year, with play dates throughout the summer. For additional information call or text Alex Sullivan at 603-479-4554.
Daily Morning Mass - Parents and families are welcome to attend the daily morning Mass at St. Christopher Parish! This non-music Mass takes place Monday through Thursday at 7:30 AM and lasts approximately 30 minutes. On Wednesday mornings, Mass is immediately followed by Eucharistic Adoration and Rosary until 9:00 AM for those who wish to stay.
CATHOLIC COMMUNITY NEWS
GoFundMe for Fire Victims - On New Yearās Eve, a family of five from Saint Benedict Academy were victims of a terrible fire in Manchester. (Read the WMUR article about the fire HERE.) Mom and her three children were asleep at home when the fire broke out. All four were injured during the fire, with the oldest child, Khloe, passing away from her injuries this past week. Khloe was a kindergarten student at Saint Benedict Academy and Mom is eight months pregnant with a fourth child. The family lost absolutely everything in the fire. Alison Mueller, from the Catholic Schools Office, is the childrenās Godmother and has set up a GoFundMe to benefit the family. Please consider donating to this effort HERE and add this family to your daily prayers.
FROM THE DIOCESE
THIS WEEKEND! Come and See! Families of Academy students who are currently without a spiritual home or who have been away from the faith are invited to attend Mass this Sunday and experience the beauty of the Catholic faith! Families are welcome to attend Mass at St. Christopher Parish at 8:00 or 10:00 AM, or at any of the many parishes in the Diocese of Manchester. We'll see you there!
