June 1, 2016



Dear St. Katharine of Siena School Families,

        Yesterday afternoon, fourteen SKS Alumni came back to school to advise our 6th,7th, & 8th  grades about life in high school. They talked about various topics from their faith, peer pressure, time management, being yourself, homework, trying something new,  and much more. They seemed very comfortable in their own shoes and were very much themselves.  The audience was very attentive and asked some good questions.  One 6th grade student asked the what was it like to go from SKS to an all girls school environment. Two female alums answered the question with difference responses as one went to an all girls school, and the other to a co-ed environment. I am thankful to the alumni who came back to speak to our students at this assembly.

       Today, another SKS tradition took place as the 8th grade were treated to a trip to Capri by Mr T.   and got their yearbooks for their final regular full day of school. Harry (the owner of Capri)  was glad to see us!  The 8th grade starts their exams tomorrow. Say a prayer for the graduates to be.  My thanks to Ellen Purcell and the 8th grade editors who put the yearbook together. I really like the the cover.....and everything else in it too!  

       I want to announce that 8th grade ELA teacher, Michael McConomy,  will not be returning to SKS.  Michael has moved to Kennett Square and is seeking opportunities closer to his new home.   Also, Mrs. Tricia Boyes, who so capably replaced Mollie Casey, will not returning to us as well. We wish both Tricia and Michael well.  I am pleased to announce that next year Bill Di Clemente will be moving from 3rd grade to fill the 8th grade position. Bill is excited and enthused about this new opportunity.

     We are in a finish strong  mode in June. Time to sprint past that finish line in full stride.

Take care,


Bud

Fourteen SKS Alumni (above) came back to talk to our 6th to 8th Grades. 

Celia Dwyer made her point for co -ed schools to the students, while Julie D'Agostino seated to the right, spoke about her stance for single sex education.  

Luke Mc Clatchy was humorous yet made some good points about the need to "advocate for one self " as a student in high school. Parents and teachers need to discuss that need with each student before high school. The sooner a child takes ownership for his/her own education, the better for all involved.