This school family event is one of the most anticipated events of the season. School families
have an opportunity to gather together over breakfast and enjoy the morning together.  This
popular event requires two sessions, one in the morning for the early risers and the other in
the late morning! Both events sell out within the week of the announcement.

The auditorium is transformed into a Christmas Wonderland. Decorated dining tables
surround a large Christmas tree that is located in the center of the auditorium. The colors of
red and green are throughout the room. Candy canes and holiday decorations are
everywhere.

After a hearty breakfast of eggs, pancakes, sausage, bagels and cakes, the children have a
chance to visit with their school mates.  The children participate in crafts, meeting and taking
a photo with Santa and picking out stickers. The children are given a letter to Santa to deliver
to his mail box. The parents are able to meet and greet the class and school parents. The
music is always festive and there is cheer in the air.

Breakfast is served by family volunteers and the event is coordinated by the generosity of the
Home School Association. The work that they put into this event is evident.

The school is thankful and blessed on this wonderful day.
Sleigh Ride / by Leon Anderson
St. Rose of Lima School
Building strong minds and faith-filled hearts.