St. Germaine Catholic School

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
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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!

📣 REMINDER FOR ALL ST. GERMAINE ALUMNI! 📣

Don't miss out on Muffins and Memories! It's TODAY, Sunday, June 2nd from 11:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Take a final stroll through the halls of St. Germaine and revisit memories of years past. We hope to see you there! 💚🤍

Once a Spartan, Always a Spartan! 💚

Mass is held at 10:30 a.m.
Please enter through the Activity Center doors following Mass.

This year, Mrs. Clark's 4th graders focused on writing personal narratives, informational writing, opinion writing, and fiction narratives. On Friday, they had their writing celebration called “Campfire Stories” where each student chose a piece they wrote to share around the campfire! While listening to the stories, the students enjoyed a s’more snack and a slurpee! This looks like so much fun!

🍦 Kicking off the weekend with a sweet treat! We appreciate St. Germaine alumnus Dillon Rochon for bringing us delicious ice cream from his business, Ashby’s Sterling Ice Cream Grosse Pointe! Thank you so much! 💚🤍

☀️ Metro Beach provided a picturesque backdrop for our 7th grade class on their field trip today! Together, they had such a great time on their adventure as it was filled with warm smiles, infectious laughter, and memories that will last a lifetime!

SPARTAN OF THE WEEK! 💚

Our very last Spartan of the Week is seventh grader, Joey Saputo! Joey was nominated by Mrs. Makohn.

Mrs. Makohn says Joey has made such an effort this year to improve his grades and do his very best work. He is super helpful in class, often volunteering to carry the lunch basket or return the iPad. We hope he continues to be helpful in his new school!

Congratulations, Joey! Keep on being the wonderful student and person that you are! We are proud of you!

📣 ATTENTION ALL ST. GERMAINE ALUMNI! 📣

Don't miss out on Muffins and Memories! It's this Sunday, June 2nd from 11:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Take a final stroll through the halls of St. Germaine and revisit memories of years past. We hope to see you there! 💚🤍

Once a Spartan, Always a Spartan! 💚

Mass is held at 10:30 a.m.
Please enter through the Activity Center doors following Mass.

🦉 Our 6th graders conducted an owl pellet dissection as part of their ecosystems study. They found various skulls and bones from the owls' prey, which they don't digest. It was a fascinating lesson on the owl's diet and role in the food web.

We extend our gratitude to the St. Germaine community for the delectable and generous lunches provided to our staff over the past few days and weeks!

🍕 Thank you to our 5th grade class for sending over a scrumptious lunch from Holiday Pizza!
🥪 Thank you to our 4th grade class for bringing in a yummy lunch from Bommaritos!
🍔 Thank you to OLOH Ushers for providing a lunch by Culver's!

We appreciate you all so much! The power of love and unity in this community is truly remarkable. Let's continue to uplift and support each other! 💚🤍

🎓🌟 Celebrating a Milestone: Kindergarten Graduation! 🌟🎓

Yesterday was a special day as we proudly witnessned our young Kindergarten scholars take their first step towards a journey filled with knowledge, faith, and endless possibilities! Their future is so bright! 💚🤍

Thank you to their incredible teacher Mrs. Elwart for a year of learning, love, and laughter.

"Promise me you'll always remember:
You're braver than you believe,
stronger than you seem,
and smarter than you think." -A.A. Milne, (Winnie-the-Pooh)

📸 If any loved ones captured some pictures, please feel free to post them in the comments!

🎓🎉 Congratulations to the St. Germaine Class of 2024 on their graduation! This is a huge milestone in their lives and we are so proud of their dedication, resilience, and thirst for knowledge. This class is a special group, as they are the final graduating class from St. Germaine Catholic School. We pray for them as they embark on their future endeavors in high school and beyond!

Our hope for them is that they are leaving with happy memories of the years they have spent here at our wonderful school.
Our wish for them is that they will continue to grow in faith and knowledge.
Our prayer for them is that our Holy Mother will guard and protect them and that the Holy Spirit of God’s wisdom will continue to guide them in the years ahead.

Once a Spartan, always a Spartan! 💚🤍

Special thank you to Fr. Adam for presiding over Holy Mass and their Graduation Ceremony! We appreciate you!

📸 If any loved ones captured some pictures, please feel free to post them in the comments!

Last week, five of our 5th graders visited our 3rd grade class to read "I Survived the Attack of the Grizzlies, 1967" which is one of their favorite books that Ms. Messel read to them when they were in her class. It is Ms. Messel's tradition to read this book to her class each year and the 5th graders wanted to join in and read it to the class this year.

Thank you Patrick, Grayson, Sophia, Emma, and Brooklyn! 💚🤍

🍼🩵 We are thrilled for our beloved Music Teacher, Mrs. Hoyt, as she anticipates the arrival of her baby boy! We also share in the excitement as Miss Sue get to add another grandchild to her family! What a blessing!

Last week, our staff surprised Mrs. Hoyt with a Sprinkle! Please keep Mrs. Hoyt in your prayers as she gets ready for her summer due date. 💙🩵

Dear God,
Please watch over her pregnancy, keeping both her and her baby healthy and safe.
Grant her peace and strength as she awaits the arrival of this new life.
Surround her with your love and protection, and guide her through this journey with your wisdom and grace.
Amen.

Our Kindergarten class celebrated their final day of school in a joyous manner last Friday, filled with playful moments and the creation of lasting memories. Our Spartan students formed a tunnel and clapped as our precious Kindergarten class exited the school, their smiles beaming brighter than ever! Thank you so much to Mrs. Elwart for crafting an unforgettable year for this wonderful group of students! Kindergarten Class of 2024. We love you all!

Once a Spartan, Always a Spartan 💚🤍

“OH! THE PLACES YOU’LL GO! You’ll be on your way up! You’ll be seeing great sights! You’ll join the high fliers who soar to high heights.” - Dr. Seuss

📣💚 Celebrating our 8th graders! Help us congratulate Sean Witte and please keep him, along with all of our 8th grade students, in your prayers as they approach graduation!

📣💚 Celebrating our 8th graders! Help us congratulate Sawyer Wilson and please keep him, along with all of our 8th grade students, in your prayers as they approach graduation!

Last Friday marked the final day of school for our 8th graders and it was a busy yet memorable day. They began the day with a pancake breakfast with the 7th graders, expertly cooked by Mr. Makohn, Mr. Maciejewski, and Katie and Lauren Maciejewski. The class also celebrated Holy Mass with the school and the passing of their torches to their 7th grade peers. They received their graduation gowns and enjoyed one last game of kickball before leaving the school to the applause of all of their Spartans schoolmates and staff members. To commemorate their time together, they engaged in a water fight and created custom t-shirts. We love you St. Germaine Class of 2024! Next up, Graduation!

Once a Spartan, Always a Spartan 💚🤍

🇺🇸 Let’s take a moment on this Memorial Day to pray for the men and women who laid down their lives for our freedom. We are forever grateful for their bravery and heroism, today and every day.

Did you catch us in the St. Clair Shores Memorial Day Parade this afternoon? Thank you to the students, parents, family members, and friends who came out to have one last walk representing our wonderful school! We had a great time waving to everyone, holding our signs, passing out candy, and just being proud Spartans together. We loved all of the cheers and claps from the community! Thank you!

Shoutout to Buzz Johnstone for coordinating this! We appreciate you!

Once a Spartan, Always a Spartan! 💚🤍
St. Germaine Strong! 💚🤍
Proud to be a St. Germaine Spartan! 💚🤍

📣💚 Celebrating our 8th graders! Help us congratulate Charlie White and please keep her, along with all of our 8th grade students, in your prayers as they approach graduation!

🕯️This past Friday, we gathered together to celebrate Holy Mass and for our 8th graders to "pass the torch" to our 7th grade students. Torch Day is a long-standing and beautiful tradition at St. Germaine Catholic School that visualizes leadership and is filled with memories, thankfulness and pride. We thank our current 8th graders for a job well done and with this being our last year, we send to our 7th graders off to be leaders at their new schools.

Once a Spartan, Always a Spartan! 💚🤍

"Do not have any anxiety about the future. Leave everything in God’s hands for He will take care of you.” - Saint John the Baptist de La Salle