'SOUPer' Bowl Food Drive Results
We collected an abundance of non-perishable items for Feeding Westchester—more than expected. Thank you for your support. The school will be closed Friday, February 13. Enjoy!

Entrepreneurship Course Launch: Stepinac Threads
Stepinac Threads is a student-run business from our Personal Finance Entrepreneurship class that reflects our Catholic values. The front stitched "S" symbolizes community; the back "armor of God" symbolizes God’s protection. Stepinac Threads created the first dress-code–approved hoodie for seniors; juniors will be eligible next year, and underclassmen can join the team and purchase an everyday hoodie for dress down, gym, or activities. The hoodie aims to reduce non-dress-code wear and provide comfortable, clean clothing. Order by February 16, 2026; fulfillment ships in 10–14 business days. Carlo Trotto and Xavier Drago, CEOs. https://stepinachs0226.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Support DECA — Double Good Fundraiser (Feb 10–14)
We’re hosting a Double Good fundraiser selling gourmet popcorn online to support the Archbishop Stepinac DECA team’s trip to the DECA Regional Conference in Rochester, NY. Popcorn ships to buyers; students don’t handle cash or products. Funds help all interested students attend. The link will be sent on Tuesday, February 10.

Black History Month Essay Competition
All students invited. Cash prize for best essay. Submission details:

• Length: 750–1,000 words
• Format: Paper copy
• Due: Tuesday, February 25 — submit directly to the principal

Choose ONE prompt:

1. Civil Rights and American Democracy — Select one individual, event, or movement and explain how it expanded freedom, justice, or equality.
2. Creativity as Resistance and Hope — Discuss how Black artists, writers, or musicians used creativity to resist injustice, preserve culture, or inspire social change.

Spring Sports — Medical Clearance (ArbiterSports)
ArbiterSports opens February 7 for Spring Sports; tryouts begin March 7. All student-athletes must register and be cleared before participation. Requirements:

1. Physicals valid one year from date.
2. Keep a copy of the physical.
3. Register for each sport season.
4. Registration ≠ approval; school nurse must clear your account.
   Use the NY State Health Form (available in Nurse’s Office); NYC forms not accepted. Uploaded scans must be legible. Doctor’s orders for carried medications (inhaler, epi-pen, etc.) must be within the last 12 months.

Global Scholars Program — Costa Rica Donations
Donate online to support the Global Scholars educational trip: https://bngn.blackbaud.school/?id=jxubdd2mzhg#/home/

ALS Crusaders 5K — March 8
Seniors Cian Doyle, Luke Harvey, Daniel O'Keeffe, and Michael O'Keeffe host the ALS Crusaders 5K to support the Live Like Lou Foundation. Join on March 8: https://runsignup.com/Race/NY/WhitePlains/ALSCrusadersK

Fairways for Fibrosis Golf Outing — April 10
Seniors are raising funds for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation; 100% of proceeds benefit CF research. Sign up to play.

Lady Crusaders Brunch — March 1
“Bling, Bubbles and Baubles” — 10:00 AM Mass at Our Lady of Sorrows, brunch at The Opus Westchester at 11:00 AM. Jewelry raffle; honoring June Burke. Tickets: https://StepLCBrunch.givesmart.com

Senior Scholarship — Westchester Pulaski Association
$500 scholarship for seniors of Polish descent. See the principal or College Counselor. Deadline: February 9.

Senior Prom - May 14 (6 PM) at Opus, White Plains. Tickets: https://bngn.blackbaud.school/?id=2pa1tex2bmz

Novena for Archbishop Ronald Hicks — Feb 2–12
Daily reflections and prayer; Rosary recitation on Feb 6 (installation day).

Feast of Blessed Aloysius Stepinac — Feb 10
Prayer services during religion classes in the Chapel.

National Honor Society Induction — Feb 11 (9:15 AM)
Ceremony in the auditorium; parents welcome. Light reception follows.

24 Hours of Giving — Feb 11–12; Dress down day 2/12 ($3 to 1st period teacher). Proceeds support the Advancement Office campaign.

Plus Portals Update — Feb 13
Parents: review Plus Portals and contact teachers or counselors with questions.

ACT Exam — Feb 14
Registered students will take the ACT at school; details from Mr. Hogan.

Tuition Due — Feb 15, 2026
Pay on time to avoid Portal locks and activity restrictions. Questions: Finance Office ext. 251 or 382.

Winter Vacation — Feb 16–23 (schools closed). School resumes Feb 24 (Day 3).

SAT Practice Exam — Feb 28; Digital ACT Practice — Mar 7
Register and book score review at www.revolutionprep.com/partners/archbishopstepinachighschool. Self-proctored options:
https://www.revolutionprep.com/sat-practice-tests/#self-proctor
https://www.revolutionprep.com/act-practice-tests/#self-proctor

Questions — Rich Saperstein: (201) 241-2031 | rich.saperstein@revolutionprep.com