St. Germaine Catholic School

Please see the below message and prayer from Mrs. Maciejewski:

As we all start a new journey, know that I am praying for all of you and that your new school is full of kind and loving people. They are lucky to be getting such great students!
My prayers and love to each of you!
💚 Mrs. M.

Congratulations, Sean! We are excited about all of the wonderful things ahead for you at Austin Catholic High School!

We are excited to introduce Sean Witte, coming to us from St. Germaine Catholic School! Welcome to Austin Catholic, Sean!

✨A Day In The Life Of A St. Germaine Spartan✨

Towards the end of the school year, a video was created to forever document a typical day at the school we love so much. The closing of St. Germaine Catholic School marks the end of an era filled with cherished memories, remarkable achievements, and a strong sense of community.

Throughout the years, we have watched your children blossom academically, emotionally, and spiritually. They have faced challenges with resilience, celebrated successes with joy, and developed into compassionate and well-rounded individuals. The foundation they have built at St. Germaine will serve them well in all their future endeavors. As they move on to new schools and new adventures, we pray for their safety, continued growth, and happiness. We are certain they will carry the lessons learned and the friendships made here into their bright futures.

While our physical doors may be closing, the spirit of St. Germaine Catholic School will forever remain in our hearts.

Once A Spartan, Always A Spartan! 💚

Thank you so much to the Our Lady of Hope SCS Men’s Club, Mr. Oziem, and Nexus Entertainment for this wonderful video that we will forever cherish.

(Portions of this post have been copied from Mrs. Maciejewski's final email to our school community)

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Congratulations, Vito! We are excited about all of the wonderful things ahead for you at De La Salle Collegiate!

COLLEGIATE COMMITTED: We are excited to introduce Vito Babic as the latest member of the Class of 2028 to be . He is the cousin of Eric Babic, '19. and comes to us from St. Germaine Catholic School. Welcome, Vito!

There is still time to be Collegiate Committed for the class of 2028! Submit an application today at https://www.delasallehs.com/admissions.

Today is the Feast Day of Saint Germaine Cousin, who lived in Pibrac, France in the late 1500s. Despite her hardships, she lived each day full of thanksgiving and joy, and spent much of her time praying the Rosary and teaching the village children about the love of God.
Read about her life here: https://bit.ly/StGermaineFeastDay

St. Germaine,
You experienced much hardship and suffering in your life, yet remained steadfast in your faith. Help me to remember that trials and difficulties are opportunities for growth and spiritual development.
May your unwavering trust in God give me the strength to endure any difficulty that may come my way.
Amen.
St. Germaine, Pray for us!

Yesterday was a testament to the power of unity! Our St. Germaine family demonstrated the strength of our bond by organizing an amazing Fun Day and Picnic. The last day was a glorious celebration of our beloved school, and we will deeply miss it!

💚 Thank you to - KP Imagine - Photography by Karen Peitz for the incredible photos!
Photo link: https://kpimagine.pixieset.com/stgermainefundaypicnic/ (You can download images to your device and/or order prints directly from Karen Peitz.
Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/KPImagine
Instagram:
Website: www.KPImagine.com

💚 Thank you to The Magic Boxx for the Photo Booth which is owned and operated by Bruce McDonald, the varsity boys basketball coach at St. Germaine for the last three years!
Link to the photos: https://my.curatorlive.com/events/EHX3Z8/gallery
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💚 Thank you to Crank's Catering & Enchantment Banquet Centers for the delicious picnic lunch!

💚 Thank you to DJ Frank Scalabrino, a longtime member of the Men’s Club for playing the awesome music!

💚 Thank you to Revolutionary Events for the super fun bounce houses!

💚 Thank you to Face Painting by Chantel (www.facepaintingbychantel.com) and Hennas By Katie for your beautiful body art!

💚 Thank you to Tootsee The Clown for the amazing balloon animals!

💚 Thank you to Kona Ice of Utica for the refreshing sweet treats!

💚 Thank you to the Our Lady of Hope SCS Men’s Club for EVERYTHING! A truly remarkable group of men who have taken care of all of our children throughout the years! We appreciate you more than you know!

💚 Thank you to our leader, Mrs. Maciejewski for your exceptional leadership and for always putting the needs of the students first. Your dedication to SGS is truly commendable and we are forever grateful to have had you as our Principal!

Once a Spartan, Always a Spartan! 💚🤍

St. Germaine Fun Day Picnic Photo collection by KP Imagine

🌟Congratulations to Sawyer Wilson and Abigail Jones who are the recipients of the Sarah Chetcuti Award! 🌟

When we think of the qualities that embody Mrs. Chetcuti, we think of how she is helpful and always willing to lend a hand. She's kind and makes sure others needs are met. She is friendly and genuinely cares about your well-being. She prays for those who she knows and doesn’t know and she lets her virtues shine as an example to all.

When we think of exemplary students who embody the values of our institution, both immediately come to mind. Their achievements, both academic and extracurricular, are truly remarkable, but what truly sets them apart is their unwavering commitment to serving others.

Both are not just honor students, but they are also shining examples of kindness and compassion. Their hearts overflow with empathy, and they consistently go above and beyond to lend a helping hand to those in need.

As active members of our student council, they epitomize the essence of community, dedicating countless hours to volunteer work that uplifts and strengthens our school and the wider community. Whether it's organizing food drives, leading service projects, or simply offering a listening ear to their peers, both embody the true spirit of servant leadership.

Their excellence extends far beyond the classroom and into the realm of athletics, where they demonstrate their exemplary sportsmanship and leadership qualities.

But perhaps most inspiring of all is their deep and abiding faith. As altar servers and sacristans, they humbly serve the Lord with reverence and devotion, embodying the values of humility, service, and reverence.

In both, we see not just admirable students, athletes, and leaders, but shining examples of what it means to live a life of purpose and service. Their selflessness, compassion, and unwavering dedication to serving others serve as an inspiration to us all.

Please join me in congratulating the recipients of the Mrs. Chetcuti award, Mr. Sawyer Wilson and Ms. Abigail Jones. May you continue to shine brightly, illuminating the path for others to follow, and may your lives be filled with countless blessings as you continue to serve the Lord and those around you with love, humility, and grace. Congratulations on your well-deserved recognition, and may you continue to inspire us all with your unwavering commitment to excellence and service.

(Parts of this post are taken from Mrs. Maciejewski's speech at graduation.)

🎓🎉 Congratulations to the St. Germaine Catholic School Class of 2024's Valedictorian and Salutatorian! This year’s Valedictorian is Zoë Milne and the Salutatorian is Abigail Jones.

We are so proud of their hard work and dedication to academic excellence and we are can't wait to see all that you accomplish in the future!

Before the 8th graders graduated, our 1st and 2nd graders used chalk and left goodbye messages for them on the sidewalk. As tomorrow is our last day together as a school community, these messages ring true for all of us:
💚 St. Germaine Loves You
💚 Once a Spartan, Always a Spartan
💚 Good Luck
💚 God Bless You
💚 I will miss you so much
💚 I hope you had a great year
💚 Have a good time at your new school
💚 I love you

☀️📚 Last week, our 3rd and 5th graders took advantage of the nice weather and went outside to read together!

Thank you to all alumni who came to 'Muffins and Memories' today. It was truly a pleasure to see so many of our former students, who once roamed these corridors as children, come back with their loved ones and relive those memories once more. St. Germaine Catholic School leaves an lasting mark on our hearts as we are united by the memories we've made within its walls.

Once a Spartan, Always a Spartan 💚🤍

📸 If you took any photos, please post them in the comments below!