St. Zachary School

🌟 A heartfelt thank you for spending a beautiful morning with us! Your presence at our last all school Mass made the day truly special.🌟

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Join us in congratulating the amazing Class of 2024 at St. Zachary School! We are so proud of all their hard work and achievements. Here's to a bright future filled with success and happiness! 🎓🎉. Zachary ParishSt. Zachary Religious Education Program

🌟 Field Day! 🌟

Today was a day full of fun, laughter, and friendly competition! 🏃‍♂️🏅 Whether they were playing, cheering, or just soaking up the sun, there was something for everyone.

🎉🎓 Congratulations to our little graduates! 🎓🎉

🌟 We are so proud of all the hard work, fun times, and incredible growth this year. Watching them learn, laugh, and make new friends has been a joy to their amazing teacher, Ms. Foster!

Here's to new adventures and endless possibilities in 1st grade! Keep shining bright, the future is yours! 💫

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🎉🎊 **Fiesta Fun for All Grades!** 🎊🎉

What an amazing day! All grades had a blast at today's fiesta! 🎈 Everyone was all smiles and laughter. 😄🎉

Thank you to everyone especially Senora Janet and Mr. Robles who made this day so special! Let's keep the festive spirit alive! 🥳💃🕺

**Virtue of the Month: Temperance** 🌟

HUGE shoutout to Ms. Marianne Mader who has created a beautiful board with every name every month!

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This month, we've been focusing on the virtue of temperance. Temperance is all about self-control and moderation. It means finding a balance in how we approach our studies, friendships, and personal interests.

As young students, practicing temperance helps us:

1. **Manage Time Wisely** ⏰: By setting limits on activities like social media and video games, we can ensure we have enough time for homework and rest.

2. **Make Healthy Choices** 🥗: Temperance encourages us to choose nutritious foods and get enough sleep, which are crucial for our physical and mental well-being.

3. **Stay Focused** 🎯: It teaches us to concentrate on our goals without getting distracted by unnecessary temptations or peer pressure.

By embracing temperance, we learn to prioritize what truly matters and develop habits that lead to a balanced and fulfilling life.

Let's continue to strive for temperance in all we do! 💪✨

Hope to see you there!💚💛

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Great conversation with our amazing 8th graders at breakfast this morning! 🥞✨

Here’s some of what they had to say:

- **What's your favorite memory from this school year and why?**
- "Basketball season because it was a bonding experience and I really enjoyed it."
- "Camp Duncan—got to spend a lot of time with my classmates."

- **What are you most looking forward to in high school?**
- "Starting a new chapter and focusing on my priorities, faith, sports, meeting new people, and trying new things."
- "Having a fresh start and a bigger school."

- **Which class or subject did you find the most interesting or fun this year?**
- "Gym, playing games with my classmates."
- "Science with Mr. Robles—lots of labs and experiments."

- **Do you have any plans or goals for the summer before high school?**
- "Going to summer camp and prepping for honors classes and sports camp for softball and volleyball."

- **How has your faith grown or changed during your time at St. Zachary School?**
- "My faith has grown going to Mass every week and youth group with Mrs. Robak and altar serving."
- "Going on a mission trip to deepen my faith."

- **Can you share a moment when a friend at St. Zachary really supported you or helped you grow?**
- "My friend supported me and told the coach to put me in. He played his heart out, hustled, and inspired me."

- **How have your friendships at St. Zachary helped you in your faith journey?**
- "Taught us to respect everyone and share my faith."

- **What role has your faith played in handling challenges and successes throughout your school years?**
- "Never give up…when I am in trouble, I ask God for help. Sometimes, when I feel down, I just have to pray."

- **What excites you the most about starting high school?**
- "Going to a bigger school."

- **Are there any clubs, sports, or activities you're planning to join in high school?**
- "Baseball, basketball, and business club."
- "Softball, mock trial, volleyball."
- "Debate, student council, golf, swimming, scholastic bowl."

- **What are some goals you have for yourself in your first year of high school?**
- "Put academics first and get your priorities right."
- "Don’t worry so much! Have fun and make lots of friends!"

What an insightful and inspiring group of students! We are so proud of them and can’t wait to see all the amazing things they will accomplish in high school! 🌟🎓

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🌸🎉 A HUGE thank you to all the amazing moms who made our mother-son event unforgettable! Your hard work and dedication shone brightly, creating memories we'll cherish forever. 🌟👩‍👦 We appreciate you more than words can say! 💖✨ of Chicago Catholic SchoolsSt. Zachary ParishSt. Zachary Parish

Good morning!

Today is Pentecost Sunday marking the end of the Easter season.