Stepinac Threads (student startup)
Seniors launched a student business, Stepinac Threads. Follow them on Instagram: @stepinacthreads for drops, BTS content, and announcements.

Communication Plan
The school’s Communication Plan is posted on the website. It includes policies, procedures, and contact info — please review it (many recent questions are covered there).

College Acceptances & Awards
Tell your son’s college counselor about any college acceptances or scholarship awards.

Service & Drives

• Annual Toy Drive — Organized by Cián Doyle ’26 with Vincent Straface ’27 and Ryan Connors ’27. Donate new, unwrapped toys in the Main Lobby for Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital via the Heavenly Productions Foundation.
• Rotary Club Drive — Collecting hats, gloves, scarves, and socks for the OLMC Food Pantry. Drop in main-hall bins by December 17.

Facilities & Accreditation

• Asbestos Abatement — Minor abatement will occur during Christmas vacation for the upcoming fire alarm installation; work finishes before school resumes.
• Middle States Accreditation — The MSA review happens every seven years. Parents: please complete the survey to help guide the school’s improvement plan: https://forms.gle/KnoVBj5sKyqJr8tSA

Senior Parents — Yearbook
Email a family photo to Mr. Caramele at acaramele@stepinac.org to include in the Class of 2026 section (optional, free). Deadline: January 18, 2026. This is separate from paid Tribute Ads.

Deadlines & Reminders

• 12/15 — All college applications due to College Counselors.
• 12/15 — Blackbaud tuition payment due. Questions: Finance Office ext. 251 or 382.
• 12/15 — Reconciliation Monday — parishes will offer the Sacrament of Reconciliation; check local parish schedules.

Upcoming Events

• 12/16 — Foroige Club raffle begins (Juniors); raffle date: March 17.
• 12/17–12/23 — Varsity Basketball: City of Palms tournament (Florida).
• 12/17 — Christmas Concert (evening) — holiday music performance.
• 12/18 — School raffle draw: ticket stubs due to Main Office by 8:30 AM; winners announced by email.
• 12/18 — Holiday Blood Drive — sign up to donate.
• 12/19 — Dress Down Day / Ugly Sweater Contest ($3 to 1st period teacher); cash prizes.
• 12/19 — Lessons & Carols at 9 AM (assembly schedule); parents welcome. Honors certificates for 1st trimester distributed after the service.
• 12/21 — Fourth Sunday of Advent.
• 12/22 — Christmas Vacation begins. Season’s greetings from faculty and staff.

New Year & Return

• 1/1 — Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God.
• 1/3 — Crusader Classic at Westchester County Center; varsity plays Iona Prep at 7 PM. Tickets: County Box Office (Tue–Fri, 10–5) or Stepinac (Mon–Fri, 9–2). Contact Patrick Massaroni: pmassaroni@stepinac.org.
• 1/5 — School resumes (Day 1).

Facilities Request
If you know a company able to donate repairs for poured concrete or tarmac (parking areas, tennis courts, outdoor basketball court), please contact Paul Carty.