School News

• Prep Marathon is TODAY, Friday, Sep 27!
• Last Day to Earn the Marathon Incentives
• Volunteer Background Check Policy
• 3rd-5th Grade Battle of the Books Sign Up
• Homecoming Dance Tickets On Sale Through Wed, Oct 2
• School Photos and Re-Take Day Wed, Oct 9
• MN Classical Education Conference Parent Night on Wed, Oct 16
• Boys Soccer Fundraiser with Culver's on Mon, Sep 30

Congratuations to our 39 juniors and seniors inducted into St. Croix Prep's chapter of the National Honor Society. Each of these inspiring young people is committed to living out the 4 Pillars of NHS: Scholarship, Service, Character, and Leadership. The application to NHS is a lengthy one, and it is an honor to be selected. Well done!

Join us TODAY and cheer on our runners! Stop by the Volunteer Check In table if you have any questions and plan to stop by the Prep Parent Group's Hospitality Tent for light refreshments.

• Opening Ceremonies will begin at 1:30 pm in Prep Stadium.
• Running will start at approximately 2:00 pm.

IMPORTANT: We respectfully request that parents do not request early pick up of their student(s) during the Marathon. We cannot accept requests for pick up between 1:30 and 4:00 pm. If you need an early release for your student, please pick up before 1:30; otherwise students need to stay for the remainder of the day and will be released from school at the normal dismissal time. Thank you for your cooperation.

Parking

If the parking lots are full, you can park perpendicular in the grass along the side of the road. Please do not park on Discovery Trail.

What to Wear on Marathon Day

Students can wear their Marathon t-shirt or any St. Croix Prep issued spirit wear apparel.

• Wear comfortable running apparel* and running shoes!

*All attire must adhere to St. Croix Prep dress code modesty guidelines.

HOW TO DONATE



Donate to Your Student's Fundraising Page

Click here to donate to your student's fundraising page – students who raise $85 by September 20 will receive a Marathon t-shirt to wear on Marathon Day!

• Scroll down toward the bottom of the page under Support a Fundraiser.
• Find your student's name by entering their name in the search bar, click on the student's name. This will bring you to their fundraising page.
• Click the DONATE button and follow the prompts.

Marathon Incentives

Students who reach a goal of raising $150 by September 27 will receive a St. Croix Prep paw branded beach wash 100% cotton cinch bag.

Students who reach a goal of raising $500 by September 27 will receive all 4 incentives ($85 must be raised by September 20 to receive the tshirt before Marathon Day). The cinch bag, hoodie and YETI will be delivered after the Marathon.

Enroll in Your Workplace Matching Gift Program

Check to see if your employer will match your donation – 100% of your employer's match will be added to your student's fundraising incentive totals! Make your online donation on your student's fundraising page and then email Susan Peterson listing your employer and the employer's gift amount so we can credit your student. Select St. Croix Preparatory Academy as the organization (not St. Croix Prep Foundation). Please make sure to include your student's name, grade and teacher.

2024 Marathon Sponsors

Marathon Treat Sponsored by UNRL

No School on Monday, September 30

There is no school on Monday, September 30. The Main Office and division offices are closed. Classes resume on Tuesday, October 1.

Battle of the Books for Grades 3-5 – Sign Up by September 30

We’re so excited to start a of Battle of the Books! This fun reading challenge encourages broader reading for grades 3-5. This year the book picks are many of Ms. Preisler's favorites. Plus, each student gets a BoB t-shirt! Click here for more information and sign up with t-shirt size by September 30 on SchoolPay. If you have questions, email Ms. Preisler.

Upper School Homecoming Dance on Saturday, October 5 from 8:00-11:00 pm

All upper schoolers are invited to join us next Saturday, October 5 at the Neon Night Out Homecoming Dance! It will be held in the Aux Gym from 8:00-11:00 pm. Tickets are available to purchase on SchoolPay for $8 each until midnight Wednesday, October 2, otherwise tickets are available at the door for $10.

Guest forms are available in the Upper School Office and need to be turned in by noon on Wednesday, October 2.

Volunteer Policy for School – Apply/Must Have a Current Background Check

If you would like to volunteer in any capacity at the school, individuals must have a current background check on file. Background checks expire every two years so if you have completed one within the past two years, you do not need to apply. If you are not sure if you have a current background check, email Carrie Hamm. Click here to apply for a background check.

School Photos Are Ready – Re-Take Photo Day on Wednesday, October 9

Kemmetmueller Photography has emailed all parents their student(s)' proofs to edit, order and choose their yearbook photo. If you did not receive them, contact Kemmetmueller at 952-473-2142 or info@k-photography.com. Click here for detailed instructions on how to order your photos.

If you would like re-takes (or if your student was absent on Picture Day) your student can get them taken on Wednesday, October 9 in the Auxiliary Gym. Pictures can be taken starting at 8:30 am before school. Grades will be excused during a scheduled time in the morning if you do not take them before school starts.

Unity Day on Tuesday, October 15

Help us celebrate Unity Day, a day to focus on supporting kindness for everyone. The color orange represents a reminder to treat others the way you want to be treated. Originally created to reduce bullying, we are asking students to wear orange to show their support for including everyone and not leaving anyone out.

• Students can wear an orange shirt/sweatshirt, socks with uniform bottoms.
• If you choose not to participate, please wear your school uniform.

Click here to learn more about Unity Day.

Minnesota Classical Education Conference Parent Night on Wednesday, October 16 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis

You are invited to attend Minnesota Classical Education Conference Parent Night on Wednesday, October 16 featuring keynote speaker Kelly Sullivan Noah. Social hour from 6:00-6:30 pm followed by the presentation from 6:30-7:30 pm. Click here to learn more.

8th Grade Families – Register for the 8th Grade Washington, DC Trip by Monday, October 21

Registration is currently open for the 8th grade trip to Washington, DC on June 9-12, 2025. Deadline to register is Monday, October 21, 2024. Click here to register. Trip number is A888 and departure date is June 9, 2025.

The apples have arrived from Pine Tree Apple Orchard in White Bear Lake! The apples will be delivered weekly for your enjoyment!

You are invited to join our Wellness Team meeting, Monday, September 30 at 8:30 am in the Collaboration Room. We will be discussing goals for this school year, grants, gardens and mental health. Click here to learn more.

Boys Soccer Fundraiser with Culver's on Monday, September 30 from 5:00-7:00 pm

Dine at Stillwater Culver's on Monday, September 30 from 5:00-7:00 pm – 10% of the proceeds will benefit the Boys Soccer Program!

Upcoming Home Games

• Girls Varsity Soccer Game vs. New Life Academy on Friday, September 27 at 7:00 pm in Prep Stadium.
• Girls Varsity Volleyball vs. PACT Charter on Friday, September 27 at 7:00 pm in the gymnasium.
• Girls Varsity Soccer Game vs. St. Agnes on Tuesday, October 1 at 7:00 pm in Prep Stadium.
• Girls Varsity Volleyball vs. Cristo Rey on Tuesday, October 1 at 7:00 pm in the gymnasium.
• Boys Varsity Soccer Game vs. Maranatha Christian Academy on Thursday, October 3 at 7:00 pm in Prep Stadium.