From the Principal
Monthly Newsletter
January, 2009
Dear Parents/Guardians,
HAPPY NEW YEAR! I pray the year 2009 will bring each of us much comfort, joy, peace and hope. May His Spirit fill our hearts with love, patience, kindness and gentleness to enable us to unite and make this world a place in which the divine mercy and compassion of our Father is felt throughout the universe.
Can you believe it’s time to register your children for the 2009-2010 school year! The form is enclosed and needs your immediate attention to enable us to ascertain space availability for the OPEN REGISTRATION period that begins in February. Financial-aid information is also enclosed on this form. Applications must be received and processed by April 15, 2009 to be considered for either the Lally or Beacon of Hope scholarships.
An exciting agenda for the celebration of Catholic Schools Week (January 25 – January 30) is being planned. Specific information on upcoming daily activities will be sent home shortly. This is always a very special week for our school family and we look forward to sharing many of these events with you.
For advance planning, please note:
January 25 Catholic Schools Week Liturgy and Reception – 11:30
January 26 Open House – 9:00 to 11:00 and 4:00 to 6:00
February 2 & 6 Pre-K and Kindergarten Parent-Teacher
Conference Days:
Pre-K and Kindergarten are NOT in
session either of these days.
(Extended Care and Grades 1 through 5 - normal schedule)
February 16 - 20 WINTER RECESS
2009 CALENDAR CHANGE: The originally scheduled Pre-K and Kindergarten Conference date of Friday, January 30 is rescheduled to Friday, February 6 to enable these youngsters to participate in Catholic Schools’ Week – Student Appreciation Day! There is NO change for the other scheduled date on Monday, February 2.
Your membership cards for the 2008 Heavenly Cash Raffle have recently been mailed to you. Please place your $60.00 payment in a labeled envelope to the attention of Mrs. Piotrowski by mid January. The Early Bird Drawing of $750.00 for all prepaid members will be held following the 11:30 Catholic School Week Mass on January 25. Please remember that your enrollment in this Raffle is part of your commitment as a school family. We need five hundred members to make it the success it’s been in the past and to meet the budgeted $15,000 proceeds to the school.
` With the onset of cold temperatures and high-energy costs, all school thermostats will be set at 70 degrees. It is imperative that your child has a labeled navy blue dress uniform sweater on dress uniform days and a labeled SJE sweatshirt on designated gym days. Your cooperation is sought also in ensuring your child has proper winter apparel (including boots, snow pants, hats, mittens when there is snow cover) for the playground period, as the students will be outdoors when temperatures are 20 degrees and above.
A school safety tip: When entering the Union Street door, please be sure to secure it tightly behind you. We will happily answer the doorbell for each family we recognize! To further ensure safety, please be sure any exit door is securely shut when exiting the building (they occasionally stick).
Also, please remember to notify the school office with new cell phone, work or emergency numbers so we experience no difficulty reaching you if your child becomes ill during school hours.
On a personal note, I am most grateful for the many cards, donations made in my name and gifts received this past Christmas. Your overwhelming generosity is much appreciated. May God bless you in 2009!
Sincerely,
Marie C. Keenan
