From the desk of Mr. Rehder...
Dear Parents:
It’s hard to believe we’ve already reached the end of Trimester 1—these first months of school have flown by! Teachers are busy putting the finishing touches on grades, and report cards will be released on Friday, December 5th. A reminder as well that Middle School Spirit Day will take place on Thursday, December 4th at 7:40 AM. All middle school parents are warmly invited to join us as we recognize our students for their hard work, growth, and accomplishments.
Even though the trimester is wrapping up, things are certainly not slowing down around here! Last weekend, our talented students took the stage for this year’s drama production, Alice in Wonderland Jr. The performances were wonderful, and we are incredibly proud of the cast and crew. A heartfelt thank-you to Mrs. Douglas and to all the staff and parents whose time, energy, and support helped make the show such a success.
We’re also looking forward to welcoming families and community members to our St. Stephen’s Annual Craft Fair this weekend. It’s always a fantastic opportunity to connect with one another, shop for unique gifts, and enjoy the festive spirit kicking off the holiday season. Please see the information below for fair hours and details.
As we look ahead to next week, I find myself feeling incredibly grateful. This school community is a blessing, and I am thankful each day for the privilege of supporting your children and watching them learn and grow. As we head into Thanksgiving Break, I hope you enjoy time with loved ones, find rest, and return refreshed for the excitement the Advent and Christmas seasons bring.
Have a wonderful week and thank you for being such an important part of the St. Stephen’s family.
Blessings,
Mr. Rehder, Principal
SIGN UP NOW FOR GIRLS BASKETBALL
AND WRESTLING - DUE DEC. 1
All 5-8th grade students! Now is the time to sign up for Girls Basketball and Wrestling! Please click on the link below to fill out a form. Cost is $125 for the season. We are still looking for a girls basketball coach!! Please reach out to Mr. Rehder if you are interested at grehder@ststephenchurch.org.
CHRISTMAS DECORATING
Would you like to come and decorate our school entryway on Monday, 11/24?
We are looking for 1-2 volunteers to decorate the school entryway and a few trees. All decorations are here - should be a max of 2 hours or so!
Anytime between 8 am - 12 NOON on Monday 11/24. Please specify a time that you can come in! Please sign up on the portal, or call Barb in the office at (763) 421-3236.
Thank you!
ANGEL AWARD WINNERS
Congratulations to this week's Angel Award Winners: Afton, Brendan, Elijah, Nicholas and Vivian have been recognized for making our school a better place to be! Enjoy your out of uniform pass, and a free meal at Buffalo Wild Wings!
VOLUNTEER NEWS
We are TRULY...
For this AMAZING VOLUNTEER community!
Craft Sale Gift Baskets Needed
Attention St. Stephen’s families:
We could really use some gift baskets again this year! We will use the baskets to auction off during the craft sale on Saturday November 22nd.
All proceeds from the baskets go directly to the school! You have been so generous in the years past and I’m hoping to see some great baskets again this year. Please bring your baskets to the office by TOMORROW, November 21st.
If you have any questions please contact Jennifer Klemz 763-213-2142
Your donations are VERY MUCH APPRECIATED!!
ANNUAL BAKE SALE
Our Annual Bake Sale during our Craft Fair is Saturday, November 22, 2025. Donations needed! We will need lots of baked goods to make this a successful event!
Please label your items and have them packaged to sell (ziploc bags, sturdy paper plates inside freezer bags or disposable clear containers). Packages of 6-12 are recommended. We will price your donated items at the school.
Bring your items to the hallway outside the Parent Resource Room (enter through the main school doors) on Friday, November 21st by 5 PM, or Saturday, November 22nd between 8 - 10 AM to the bake sale tables.
Remember, the more you bake, the more we make for St Stephen’s School!
LUNCHROOM NEWS
All K-8 students are eating for free this year. Preschool students will need to pay for their lunch. If your K-8 student orders an extra entree, or extra milk, the prices below will apply.
Lunch prices for 2025 are as follows:
Preschool students: $4.25
Adults: $5.00
Extras: $2.00
Milk: $.75
To ensure a consistent and safe environment for all our students, we will no longer permit the use of restaurant carry-out food for lunch, regardless of the reason. However, you are welcome to sign in at the office and join your child in the cafeteria to sit together, or purchase an adult lunch (please call the office in the morning to place your lunch order) to share the experience. Thank you for your understanding and support as we move forward with this change.
Reminder: Per the St. Stephen's Handbook, POP AND ENERGY DRINKS ARE NOT ALLOWED in the cafeteria. If they are brought into the cafeteria, they will be thrown away immediately.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
NOVEMBER
20: Middle School Dance 6:30 - 8:30 PM
21: Food Brigade
22: Craft Fair
24-28: NO SCHOOL - Blessed Thanksgiving Week
DECEMBER
15: Advent Program in the Church. 12:30 PM Dress Rehearsal / 6 PM Program
24 - Jan. 2: Christmas and New Years Break
