| | | | Newsletter for Wednesday, May 27, 2015
Dear Parents,
This past weekend, the church celebrated the Feast of Pentecost, the birthday of the Church and the gift of the Holy Spirit – the sending of the Holy Spirit by our Lord Jesus Christ. Having been with his disciples for forty days after the resurrection, the Lord Jesus Christ ascended into heaven and now sits at the right hand of God the Father. Pentecost closes the Easter Season. It celebrates the overwhelming experience of God giving the Holy Spirit to the first community of believers in the church. The color of the vestments and decorations for Pentecost is red, which symbolizes the intense love and fire of the Holy Spirit. From now until the beginning of the Advent Season we will celebrate the church season known as Ordinary Time. We now see the return of the green vestments that are a symbol of life and growth in the church.
As most of you know, Voltaire Estrada, father of one of our third graders, Angelica, was killed in a tragic accident on Saturday, May 23rd. The 8:30am Mass on Friday, May 29th will be offered for the repose of his soul. All are welcome to join us. Please continue to keep Angelica and her family in your thoughts and prayers.
Yearbook: Today those who have pre-ordered a yearbook are receiving it in their Envelope. There are still a few copies available but a sellout is assured! Remember, memory books are now $25 and can be purchased from the office until our supply runs out.
Tuition and Fees: Do you have any unpaid tuition or fees (including the scrip requirement and extended care) for this school year? Please make sure you settle up before the 10:00am dismissal on June 10th, in order that your child/children may receive their report cards in a timely manner. Report cards for students absent on the last day will be filed in their cumulative folders and may be picked up during the summer or next school year. | | LAST CHANCE!!! Get your reservation in by Friday, May 29th at 3pm
Saturday, May 30th - Taco's and Trivia Night - Sign up online! Adults only, childcare available. HOW DID YOU DO? THE ANSWERS FOR LAST WEEK'S QUESTIONS ARE... How long does it take for the Earth to spin once on its axis? 24 hours The Heisman Trophy is presented in which sport? Football What is Batman's real name? Bruce Wayne On which street was the New York Stock Exchange established? Wall Street | | | Friday, May 29 - Sports Awards, 1pm Gym & Coaches Appreciation Dinner, 7pm
Tuesday, June 2 – Altar Server and Choir Picnic
Wednesday, June 3 – 8th grade serve lunch at Glide Memorial
Thursday, June 4 – 8th grade graduation trip to Great America
Friday, June 5 – 8th grade graduation Mass, 11am, STM Church
Friday, June 5 – 8th grade graduation ceremony, 5pm, STM Church
Monday & Tuesday, June 8-9 – minimum days, 12:15/12:30 dismissal
Wednesday, June 10 – last day of school, 10am – NO EXTENDED CARE | | | Grandparents' Brigade: The Parents' Club would like to find willing grandparents who would love to join the Grandparents' Brigade. They will help organize of the First Day/Last Day of school socials and PC bake sales. Please use this flyer to show your interest. 2015-2016 Student Council: Last week we announced the elected positions for the Student Council for the 2015-16 school year. Today we are happy to announce the following Student Council appointed positions: Traffic Commissioners: Kailee Bumanglag and Kevin Sarmiento
Ecology Commissioners: Igor Bessa and Jackie Schneider
Newspaper Editors: Chloe Sladewski and Jordan Mak
Yearbook Editors: Isabella Androtti and Angela Giusto And finally, thank you to the 8th graders and their teacher, Mrs. Girlich, for providing a fun-filled 'Conge' afternoon last Friday to round out Spirit Week. A great time was had by all. Yesterday's Talent Show was a very exciting event with one incredible act after another. Thank you to all who were willing to share their talents with their fellow students. And last but not least today Mr. Cummins, our PE teacher, ended his school year with an energetic field day where students got to compete with their Faith Families. Watch out for other exciting events to come as the school year draws to a close.
Sincerely,
Marie Fitzpatrick
Principal | | | | | | | |
