Bourbonnais Tuesday Folder Updates
September 9, 2025
Important Information
Gratitude Drive-Thru: The Gratitude Drive-Thru for FIRST RESPONDERS and VETERANS will take place this Thursday September 11 from 8:30am – 9:30am at all three BMCS sites. Our students will be on hand to say “thank you” and hand out a free grab-and-go breakfast! Please encourage your family and friends who are first responders or veterans to attend!
Early Dismissal: There will be an early dismissal for a School Improvement Day/Teacher In-Service this Friday, September, 12 at 11:25/11:30am. There is no extended day.
Grade School Night: Grade School students are invited to join us for fun, games and giveaways before cheering on the Fightin' Irish! Friday, September 12th. We will be set up near the North Endzone from 5:30-6:30pm. Bring a friend and have some fun the IRISH WAY!!!! Wear your GREEN and Irish Spirit wear for the chance to win a prize!! We can't wait to see you there!
School Picture Day: On Wednesday, September 17, school pictures will take place. We ask that your student wear “dress clothes” Please no Jeans, this is a special day.
Book Fair: Our Book Fair will begin Tuesday, 09/23 through Thursday 09/25. There are options to shop the Book Fair on line as well.
Open House: We look forward to seeing our families at our Open House on Thursday, September 25, 6:00-7:30pm. Please see the flyer sent home today with information regarding this fun event for families and students.
Attention New Families! Protecting God’s Children Information: All parent ambassadors/volunteers are required to complete a VIRTUS/Protecting God’s Children course before assisting the school. If you are a new parent or have not yet completed the course you must do so before volunteering. Detailed information explaining the process was sent home last week.
Parent Ambassador Opportunity: Looking to earn your Parent Ambassador hours? Join us for the Progressive Raffle Virtual Call Night!
Date: Wednesday, September 24th
Location: Join from home
What: Help sell Progressive Raffle tickets during this virtual call event and earn Parent Ambassador hours in the process!
This is a convenient and impactful way to support our school community while fulfilling your volunteer requirements. Interested? Email Meghan Elliott at melliott@bmcss.org
Extended Day: Families are required to sign up in advance for extended day via the link on our website under “School Day Hours”. This will direct you to the Sign-up Genius to secure your student’s slot.
Follow BMCS Online: Be sure to “like” Bishop McNamara Catholic School on Facebook and follow us on Twitter (@Bishop McNamara) and Instagram(@bishopmcnamara). Our website is www.bishopmac.com.
Fundraising and Events
Progressive Raffle: The first Progressive Raffle Drawing is just 4 weeks away
Date: Friday, October 3rd
Event: Friday Night Lights
Grand Prize: $25,000!
Please turn in your sold tickets using the plastic envelope provided and submit them to your site's main office. Need more tickets? Contact Meghan Elliott at melliott@bmcss.org. Let’s get selling and make this a success!
SAVE THE DATE! 42nd Annual Gala: 🎉 Get Your Volunteer Hours Early – Join the Auction Committee! 🎉
We're gearing up for our biggest fundraiser of the year, and we need your help to make it a huge success! The Annual Auction is happening on Saturday, November 8, and we’re looking for enthusiastic parents to join our committee. Whether you love decorating, organizing, shopping, or putting together class baskets, there’s a place for you on our team. It’s a fun way to get involved, meet other parents, and support our school community. Interested? Contact Peggy Mayer at pmayer@bmcss.org to join the fun!
RaiseRight (formerly Scrip): Start earning tuition credit 2025-26 now! By using gift cards to pay for everyday (and not-so-everyday) expenses, each participant can earn over $1,000 each year. For every gift card purchased, you receive earnings, 50% of your earned rebate will be applied to next year’s tuition. Questions, contact Sandy Kuntz at skuntz@bmcss.org.
Market Day: Look for the monthly specials on the Market Day website (marketday.com)
Homecoming: Save the Date! Homecoming is always a wonderful opportunity to connect! The celebration is open to students, alumni, families, friends, and the community. We look forward to seeing you! Mark your calendars for the Week of September 15th-20th. A list of events will be on the Tuesday Folder Portal soon. Check throughout the week!
Important Dates
September 10: MacPac Meeting, Bourbonnais Site library, 6:00 pm
September 11: Gratitude Drive Thru
September 12: Early Dismissal/ Teacher Inservice 11:30
September 15-20: Homecoming Week
September 17: School Picture Day
September 18: Alumni and family preview night of Athletic Complex 6pm-8pm
September 19: Homecoming parade & Extreme Spirit day!
September 23: Mrs. Bovie’s Faith in the Family Meeting 6:30pm (Bradley)
September 24: Mrs. Bovie’s Faith in the Family Meeting 8:00pm (Bourbonnais)
September 25: Open House, 6:00-7:30pm
September 27: Early Dismissal 11:30. No extended day
October 1: One Shirt Day
October 3: First Progressive Raffle Drawing
