August 11, 2026

Dear Parents and Guardians,

It's hard to believe that we are only a few weeks away from the start of another wonderful school year! The halls of St. Bartholomew School are beginning to come alive as teachers return to prepare their classrooms and create welcoming spaces for our students. There is an excitement in the building that only the beginning of a new school year can bring.

This week, I'd like to share information about our After School Care Program and the many extracurricular clubs and activities that will be available during the 2026–2027 school year.

As many of you know, St. Bartholomew School offers a full After School Care Program for students who need supervision after the regular school day. The program provides a safe, structured, and caring environment until 5:30 p.m. each day for families who need extended care. While students have opportunities to socialize and play, the program is designed to provide childcare for working families and is not intended to be used for playdates. Additional information, including registration details, is available on our school website under Academics & Programs.

One of the many things that makes St. Bartholomew School special is the wide variety of opportunities available for students beyond the classroom. This year, we're excited to offer a mix of returning favorites and several new activities. Our extracurricular program is organized into three sessions:

Fall Session: September through Christmas
Winter Session: January through Easter
Spring Session: After Easter through late May

Each session will feature age-appropriate activities offered by our faculty and qualified outside instructors.

For students who would benefit from additional academic support, Homework Club will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Students receive teacher supervision and assistance while completing their assignments before going home. (Homework Club is not offered on Wednesdays.) Families who are not enrolled in After School Care may still participate in Homework Club for an additional fee.

Currently registration for Cross Country and Girls Volleyball is open. You can access registrations for these activities at https://www.stbartssports.com/. Look for the tab for school sports. Additional information about registration, meeting dates, fees, and schedules for all clubs will be posted to the school website early next week.

We anticipate offering many exciting opportunities, including:

Cross Country & Track
Chorus
Band (Beginner & Advanced)
Baseball/Softball (Middle School)
Basketball (Middle School)
Volleyball (Middle School)
Boxing & Fitness
Chess Club
Newspaper
Drama & Theater
Mad Science
Sign Language
Cooking Club
Art Club
Gymnastics (PreK & K)
Girl Scouts & Boy Scouts

Whether your child is interested in athletics, music, the arts, science, leadership, or simply trying something new, we hope every student finds an activity that sparks an interest. Extracurricular activities help students discover new talents, build confidence, develop friendships across grade levels, and strengthen their connection to our school community. Some of our students' favorite school memories are made after the final bell rings.

Thank you for your continued partnership as we prepare for another outstanding year at St. Bartholomew School.

Next week, I'll share important information about our arrival and dismissal procedures to help make the first days of school safe and efficient for everyone.

Wishing you and your family a wonderful week!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Theresa Craig, M.Ed.
Principal