The four Catholic schools in the Diocese of St. Thomas in the Virgin Islands participated in Catholic Schools Week 2008 from January 27 to February 2. The schools scheduled special learning events and fun activities.
Students at Ss. Peter and Paul School on St. Thomas participated in a Catholic Quiz Bowl, Teachers Switch Day, a poster contest, a March-athon from Emancipation Gardens to the school, Teachers and Administrators Appreciation Day, a multicultural fair and a talent show.
Students at St. Joseph High School on St. Croix heard guest speakers and participated in round-table discussions on matters of Catholic Education.The week closed with students raising funds through a Walk-a-thon for Catholic Schools on Friday, February 1.
Activities at St. Mary School on St. Croix included the Big Read program, Student Leadership Day, Wacky Hair, Shoe, Sock and Tie Days, and Donuts for Dad and Muffins for Mom Days.
St. Patrick School on St. Croix started Catholic Schools Week with a student-led Mass at St. Patrick Church on January 27. Other events included a prayer service, an essay contest, Career Day, Crazy Hat Day, Volunteers/Grandparents/Teacher Appreciation Day, Twin Day, a field day and a concert by Stanley and the Ten Sleepless Nights.
St. Patrick School students dressed in career outfits showcasing what they would like to be in the future.
On Grandparents Day at St. Patrick School, Mr. Melendez was one of the grandparents attending the event in the lunchroom.
Ss. Peter and Paul School students participated in a Cultural Fair. Pictured above, Teacher Cylma Howe and middle school students represented Dominica.
St. Patrick School Principal Pamela Tinsley-Moors and some students enjoying Crazy Hat Day.
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