Pope Francis Society Spring Newsletter
April 27, 2026
We are excited to share all the wonderful things happening with the Pope Francis Society!
Our Jump for the Heart fundraiser and are proud to share that we raised $202 for the American Heart Association. Thank you to all the families who supported this important cause and helped promote heart awareness in our school community.
In February, we completed our Self-Love Campaign. Students who filled out their Self-Love Cards received special Self-Love Pins. This activity helped students recognize their strengths, practice positive self-talk, and celebrate what makes them unique. We are very proud of their efforts!
In March, teachers distributed a checklist of good deeds. As students completed each act of kindness, they colored and cut out a butterfly to hang on their classroom door. These butterflies will remind us that small acts of kindness can grow and spread throughout our school community.
Our Goody Bag Collection for our local police, fire department, and post office was amazing. This month, we will take a community walk to deliver the bags and thank these helpers for their dedication and hard work.
In April, our Good Deed Council traveled to Lake Como, Italy for the 2026 Summit, where they met students from around the world. Together, they shared the good deeds they are doing in their schools and exchanged ideas to bring back to their own communities.
Students also participated in the Global Forum, where they listened to speakers from around the world talk about how to make a difference. One special speaker was the president of Barilla Pasta, who spoke to the students about leadership and giving back.
The students joined the Loukoumi Good Deed Bus. They stopped at a local animal shelter, visited the Como 1907 Stadium to learn about making an impact through sports, and visited UICI, an organization that supports people who are visually impaired, Students also visited San Carpoforo School, participated in ice breakers, workshops, and took part in a talent show and barbecue. The trip ended with a special gala at Teatro Sociale.
Educators also came together during the summit to discuss the different programs happening in their schools, how they can improve, and to set new goals for the future. Together, we can make a difference.
Ms. DiMarcello
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