Annual weeklong event is time of fun, appreciation and reflection

SIKESTON -- Catholic schools are gearing up to celebrate their students, staff, volunteers and the community through a weeklong celebration.

"The kids look forward to Catholic Schools Week every year. It's a good time to reflect on our community here and appreciate what a good education the kids get. We're proud of to be part of a long history of service to God," said Tricia Rone, principal of St. Eustachius School in Portageville.

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