This Week at MSS
Dear Families,
Thank you to Chris Brown and all those who helped make Saturday’s Gala a great success, and thank you to everyone who attended! Please look in Tuesday News for information regarding the next HSA event, Boys Night Out Bowling, on Saturday, May 3.
The Mother Seton School Carnival will take place May 28-31. Please attend a carnival meeting on Wednesday, April 30, at 6:30 PM in the library if you are interested in helping make the 2025 carnival a great success. We can use plenty of hands!
Interims will go home with students today. Please contact your child’s teacher if you have any questions regarding the report.
This past Saturday, Mount St. Mary’s inaugurated their newest president, Gerard J. Joyce, PhD. We share a long history with Mount St. Mary’s, and I am grateful for our strong connection. I look forward to continuing our partnership well into the future. On behalf of the Mother Seton School community, I wish Dr. Joyce a successful tenure!
On Thursday, April 17, we begin the Easter Triduum with Holy (Maundy) Thursday, followed by Good Friday and Holy Saturday. We will have a noon dismissal on April 17; After School Care will be available until 6:00 PM. Easter break will begin on Good Friday and continue through April 25.
Have a blessed week and a blessed Easter!
Sincerely,
Kathleen J. Kilty, PhD
Principal
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Mother Seton School will be hosting a talent show on Thursday, May 15th. We cannot wait to see all the different talents that our students have to share with the school community. If your child is interested in performing in this year's talent show, please complete the permission form by Monday, May 5th.
Details:
Acts should be no longer than 3 minutes. If you plan to use music in your act, you will need to email the song (aburns@mothersetonschool.org) in .mp3 format to Mrs. Burns by Monday, May 5th. YOUTUBE LINKS OR UNCUT SONGS CANNOT BE ACCEPTED. Songs can be purchased in .mp3 format via Amazon, then downloaded and emailed. If you are unable to send an .mp3 file or edit the song to fit the act, please send in $4 and a link to the music so that we can purchase and cut it for the performance.
Auditions will be held during recess:
Middle (5th-8th): Tuesday, May 6th
Intermediate (2nd-4th): Wednesday, May 7th
Primary (PreK-1st): Thursday, May 8th
All costumes that will be worn during performance must be brought to the audition
A final dress rehearsal will be held on Tuesday, May 13th during the school day.
The talent show will be held on Thursday, May 15th at 9:30am. Parents are welcome to attend the show. Please note, we will attempt to video the entire performance and make it available to the families of the Talent Show performers. Edits to the video (i.e. blurring of faces or removing acts) are not possible, however, the video will not be shared publicly.
Field Day T-Shirts are now available for purchase! Thanks to the generosity of several sponsors, we are able to get the cost down to $5 per shirt. Sizes youth XS through Adult 4XL!
Orders must be placed by May 2 in order for them to arrive on time and may be paid for online or by check. Please contact Mrs. Reaver with any questions!
*correction to rain date—May 16th*
The annual Walkathon will be here before you know it! It's scheduled for Friday, May 2 (Rain Date: May 16). We will have a noon dismissal on May 2. In the event the Walkathon is rained out, May 2 will be a full day of school and May 16 (the rain date) will be a noon dismissal.
This year's event benefits the Seton Center, which provides rent, utility, and food assistance to the local community. Last year, we raised over $5,000! Visit Pledgestar.com/Seton to register and begin collecting pledges!
Mrs. Reaver will be sending home more information this week. She will need volunteers to help man the stations along the route to keep the kids safe—Sign Up HERE!
The 40th Annual MSS Carnival is happening May 28-31st and we'd love for you to be a part of it!
Please join us for a meeting in the Media Center on Wednesday, April 30 at 6:30pm. Learn how you can be a part of this long history and help us continue the legacy for the future!
Contact Lynn Tayler (ltayler@mothersetonschool.org) with any questions.
The HSA's cash raffle will be going home with students Tuesday, April 15. Each family will receive 10 tickets to sell. If you would like to request more tickets to sell, simply complete this form and we'll get them home to you!
15 chances to win—all drawings will be held on May 31 at 8pm at the Carnival!
Boys Night Out will take place on May 3, 6-8pm, at the Thunderhead Bowl & Grill in Taneytown!
$20/ticket (each ticket is a boy and one parent). $5 per additional child.
Bowling and Fun with MSS Friends! Ticket includes shoes, bowling, slice of cheese pizza, and a soda for each guest. Limited Space, Sign Up Early!
Greetings,
As we prepare for the coming of Holy Week, I thought this article about being a “Foot washing Disciple” would be very helpful in our preparations for celebrating Holy Week, especially Holy Thursday. It gives us good spiritual food for thought. Let us pray for each other as we continue to journey during this Lenten season.
“Be not lax in celebrating. Be not lazy in the festive service of God. Be ablaze with enthusiasm!” (Hildegard von Bingen)
Blessings,
Sister Regina Hlavac, Vincentian Voice
*Note: this is a change from the original calendar*
Student Council is sponsoring a Spirit Week, May 5-9:
Monday: OVER THE TOP—It's crazy hat or hair day! Wear your silliest hat or do your hair up in a crazy style.
Tuesday: THROWBACK THREADS—Dress like you're in your favorite decade!
Wednesday: SQUAD GOALS & CARRY ANYTHING BUT A BACKPACK—Rep your favorite team, sport, or hobby with a tee, jersey, or sweatshirt PLUS get creative and carry your books in anything but a backpack! *8th graders, see note below
Thursday: MAIN CHARACTER ENERGY—Dress as your favorite fictional character!
Friday: COPY/PASTE—Come as a twin with a sibling, friend, or teacher!
Suggested donation of $5 for the week to participate. Student Council has decided to use money raised this year to purchase new recess equipment.
*8th grade: Wednesday is your formal class photo in the morning. Please come wearing your Sunday best/Awards Banquet attire and plan to change after the picture.
April 15: Interims Sent Home
April 17: Holy Thursday, 12pm Dismissal - After School Care until 6pm
April 18-27: Easter Break
May 2: Walkathon (Noon Dismissal)
May 3: Boys Night Out
May 5-9: Spirit Week *Change from previous calendar
Next year's School Calendar is still being finalized, but here are some dates so you can begin planning:
- Meet the Teacher Morning: Monday, August 25
- First Day of School: Tuesday, August 26
- Thanksgiving Break: Wednesday, November 26-Friday, November 28
- Christmas Break: Monday, December 22-Friday, January 2
- Easter Break: Friday, April 3-Friday, April 10 (Noon dismissal on Thursday, April 2)
- Last Day of School: Wednesday, June 10
Snow Days or other events may necessitate adjustments, so always check the most current Tuesday News and Calendar.
The next HSA Meeting is May 13 at 6:30pm in the Media Center. Please join us as we finalize events for the year!
If you need childcare, please RSVP.
Greetings,
Lent is a time to re-examine how my love can grow through suffering—my own suffering and loving through the sufferings of my family, friends, neighbors and my enemies. So, loving God, during this Lenten season, please help me to love my enemies. Help me to experience your deep love, to radiate its light, and wash away judgment in what I think, say and do.
Action: Consider the crosses you are called to take up on behalf of your enemies, and look for what God is teaching you about his love through their lives and actions.
“Be not lax in celebrating. Be not lazy in the festive service of God. Be ablaze with enthusiasm!” (Hildegard von Bingen)
Blessings,
Sister Regina Hlavac, Vincentian Voice
Please remind your students that gum is not allowed at school.
Luce is the official mascot for the Catholic Church's 2025 Jubilee Year, known as the "Jubilee Year of Hope." Designed by Italian artist Simone Legno, Luce is depicted as a young pilgrim with blue hair, wearing a yellow raincoat and mud-stained boots, symbolizing the journey through life's challenges. She carries a pilgrim's staff and wears a World Mission rosary around her neck, embodying themes of faith and perseverance.
Accompanying Luce on her pilgrimage is her loyal dog, Santino. Santino is inspired by San Rocco (St. Roch), the patron saint of pilgrims, and represents guidance and steadfastness throughout the journey.
Together, Luce and Santino serve as symbols of hope and companionship, aiming to engage a younger audience and guide visitors through the events of the Holy Year.
Learn More:
The Student Council thanks everyone who donated food for the Operation Mato Grosso Food Drive with the Mount! Your donations are on their way to the missions in South America! Thank you for your generosity and support!
Prayer Corner
Please pray for...
Gerald Green, son-in-law of Lynn Tayler (Advancement), who will be undergoing radiation treatment
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Community News
River Valley Ranch (RVR) is a nearby Christian summer camp and we'd love to see some of the students of Mother Seton School at camp this summer, for those who are able to join us and are looking for exciting summer enrichment opportunities for their kids! We invite you to learn more about our summer programs at rvrcamps.com and as a family of Mother Seton School you can use the code SCHOOL2550 to get $50 off the cost of one week of overnight camp.
Need help paying for camp? RVR has a financial aid program all are welcome to apply to.
Elevate your game, forge lasting friendships, and create unforgettable memories as we bring together passionate coaches and a vibrant community of young athletes at our dynamic and exciting Squire Camps.
Whether you're a budding star or just discovering your love for sport, join us for a summer of skill development, teamwork, and pure fun. Unleash your potential, embrace the spirit of competition, and make this summer one to remember at Delone Catholic High School's Squire Camps!
Discover the opportunities and register today at DeloneCatholic.org/Camps. Please contact Assistant Director of Athletics Amy Miller at amiller@delonecatholic.org
Each month (excluding June and July), Trinity United Methodist Church on Main Street in Emmitsburg hosts a meals giveaway. Walk up or drive up to pick up your boxed meal. A limited number of reservations for meals can be made. Call 301-667-6169 for more info or to reserve a meal (max of 5 per registration).
Meals served 5:00-6:30pm:
February 26
March 26
April 30
May 28
August 27
September 24
October 29
November 19
December 17
Registration is Open for Catoctin Youth Association Lacrosse!
- Open to boys and girls, Grades K–8.
- Build skills, make friends, and elevate your game!
- Register now to be part of the action: https://shorturl.at/NB5qb
If you or someone you know is interested in earning a GED or would like to take ESL classes to improve English-language skills, let Seton Center know! In partnership with Frederick Community College, Seton Center is gauging interest in hosting a free class up here. Please complete this form if you are interested in either free class.