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August 10, 2023 |
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CAMPUS NEWS |
Handbook Acknowledgements & Pick Up/Drop Off Procedures |
An email was sent yesterday with links to sign this year’s Handbook Acknowledgment and Technology Agreement as well as the updated pick up/drop off procedures.
Due to an error with our email provider, some parents did not receive this email. Please follow the button below to view the email and complete the linked forms by Tuesday, August 15. Thank you! |
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Upcoming Dates |
Back to School Night: Thursday, August 10 / PS-4th: 4PM / 5-8th: 6:30PM6-8th Student Mixer: August 11 / 2-3:30PM / Students & Staff Only
EC-8th Grade First Day of School: Tuesday, August 156-8th Grade Back to School Dance: Friday, August 25 / 6:30-8:30PM |
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First Week of School Uniform |
On the first and second days of school, students may wear regular or chapel uniform options. Chapel uniform requirements begin on Wednesday, August 23. |
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Jeans Day / Friday, August 18 |
Students may wear nice jeans (no rips/frays/holes) with their new theme shirt or any SML shirt. Theme shirts will be available to pick up at Back to School night or will be sent home on the first day of school. |
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We’re Hiring |
St. Mark is filling positions for the 23-24 school year including: EC Assistant, Varsity Volleyball Coach, Assistant Football Coach, Extended Care staff, and substitute teachers/nurses. |
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Let’s Get Social: Follow us for fun updates all year! |
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CAFETERIA UPDATE |
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How to Set Up a Cafeteria Account |
Step 1: Visit School Payment Portal Step 2: Create an account Step 3: Add your student(s); School zip code: 77055 Step 4: Add funds to each student |
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How to Sign Up for a Meal Plan |
Step 1: Sign in to your School Payment Portal account Step 2: Select Items & Fees tab at the top Step 3: Choose the appropriate plan per student/grade level Step 4: Choose the student to assign meal plan Step 5: Add to cart and check out
Questions? Contact Chef Gabriel McKnight: cafe@gostmark.org. |
2023-24 INFORMATION |
2023-24 School Supply List |
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Flynn O’Hara School Uniforms |
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Uniform Re-Sale Shop |
All items can be purchased for $5 each with exact cash or check to St. Mark Lutheran School. Remember to bring in any Flynn O'Hara uniforms your child has outgrown to help stock the store. You can exchange outgrown items if you find an item in the shop that will fit your child. If you have questions about used uniforms or would like to to see what we've got in the shop, please email uniforms@gostmark.org. The Uniform Room will be open on Fridays from 7:30 - 8AM. |
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Nike items have been restocked! Polos & 1/2 zips are approved uniform options. Spirit items (Nike tshirts, Cougar Nation sweatshirt, etc.) may only be worn on Fridays. |
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5-8th Grade Athletes Sports Physical |
All athletes must have an updated physical on file before they are allowed to participate. |
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Due to a delay receiving stock, PE uniforms will be sent home the first week of school. |
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If you are interested in joining other moms in praying for our children and staff, please join us next Tuesday morning at 8:05AM in the Gathering Area at the Church Entrance for an intentional prayer time and information meeting. This meeting should take no longer than 20 minutes. |
ATHLETICS |
WHCSA PK4-2nd Grade Youth Sports |
St. Mark organizes teams for Soccer, Basketball, and T-Ball/Baseball for students in PK4 - 2nd Grade. All teams must have a coach to form. Teams typically practice one day per week for 1 hour and games are held on Saturdays. Registration Fee includes league fees, referees, 8 scheduled league games per sport, uniform, team and individual photos, and medal.
Parents can choose to register for individual sports or register for all 3 sports at any time prior to each sport’s registration deadline. Late registrations cannot be accepted.
REGISTRATION CLOSE DATES Soccer: Thursday, August 24 Basketball: Thursday, November 30 Baseball/Softball: Thursday, February 15 |
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CHURCH NEWS |
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Kids are invited to bring backpacks for a blessing in service with family, then head to their St. Mark Kids Sunday School class. Enjoy a post-church party with ice cream sundaes and inflatables for everyone. Invite your friends and family to join the fun! |
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IN-PERSON • SUNDAYS • 9AM & 10:30 AM
Childcare and St. Mark Kids is offered at all services.
ONLINE • SUNDAYS • 10:30 AM
Facebook/ YouTube/ stmarkhouston.org/live |
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