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Message From the Principal
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I can assure you that there is excellent teaching and learning happening at St. John School. Each day, I endeavor to spend time in the classrooms, observing, learning about the students, teachers and the curriculum. Today, I also enjoyed jumping rope with the students at recess. I love my job!
Next week, we celebrate Halloween, the Day of the Dead and All Saints. On Monday, we all experience our reward for the hard work you parents undertook to sell all the magazines! The magician will be here. Later on, all the Halloween fun begins! Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead and the primary Halloween Carnival will begin in the early afternoon. Check with your child for the schedule and join in the fun!
You are also welcome on Tuesday, November 1st , when the student body and faculty will attend Mass to celebrate the Solemnity of All Saints, which commemorates all the saints, known and unknown.
It is hard to believe that November is just days away. The sun is shining; the sky is bright blue. However, there is definitely a chill in the air. Remind the students to wear their coats. We have also been experiencing the impact of a virus that is causing sore throats, runny noses and coughing. We ask you to partner with us to encourage your children to wash their hands and cover their coughs! Thank you.
See you tonight at the talk about the Mass.
Beannacht - God Bless,
Bernadette O'Leary
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Mass and Procession
of the Lord of the Miracles
Sunday, October 30, 10:30, Church
The day of El Señor de los Milagros, the Lord of the Miracles, is the most popular day on the Peruvian religious calendar and draws up to one million people to  the streets of Peru's capital, Lima. Celebrate mass and join the procession to Egan Hall where Peruvian music, dance, and food will be shared. Please see the attached flyer for more information. |
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Pavo Trote (Turkey Trot) for Peru
St. John's Amigos de Peru will hold the Second Annual Pavo Trote (Turkey Trot) Jog A Thon on Friday, November 25, 2011 at 10:00 am at Lower Woodland field #7. Money raised will support our sister
communities of Taller Miranda Orphanage in Puno and San Miguel de Ilave in Ilave, Peru. There are many ways you can support our efforts:
- Gather pledges and run or walk as many laps as you can
- Sponsor a jogger per lap or by fixed donation
- Volunteer to help the day of the event
- Come out and cheer on the participants
This is a family event! Everyone can participate. So join us for some fresh air and fun, and work off some of that Thanksgiving dinner.
Please complete and return the attached permission form. Present the information/pledge letter to your supporters attached. For questions contact Merrick Bodmer, Señora Blanca, or Señor Pablo. mbodmer@stjohnsea.org, bdenadel@stjohnsea.org, pkelley@stjohnsea.org.
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Catholic Schools Basketball Classic Saturday, November 19, Key ArenaDouble Header! SU Redhawk Women vs. U of San Diego; SU Redhawk Men vs. U of San Francisco
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Rummage Sale for Kenya Well Project Success
The Rummage Sale brought in $2,360 (in sales and direct donations), all to benefit the Kenya Well Project! Many thanks to everyone who donated items, attended the sale, and volunteered at the sale! We had an outpouring of great items (we filled Egan Hall!) and, true to promise, they were priced to sell! All the remaining merchandise was donated to St. Vincent de Paul, providing them with much-needed items for their good work. For updates on the Kenya Well Project and for more information, please visit www.kenyawell.com or www.facebook.com/kenyawell, or contact Nigel or Sue Pope at nspope@iname.com, sjpope@iname.com. Stay tuned for upcoming Kenya Well Project events!! A special "Thank You!" to current and former St. John students who volunteered and helped at the Rummage Sale: Chloe LeComp, Cooper LeComp, Carly Drechsler, Elizabeth Franklin, Colleen Martinez, Elijah Pasco, Andrew Gilbrough, Carter Bergquist, Jack Gardner, Sam Gardner, Franco Micale, Alexa Makuch, Emma Wells, Zebiba Denning, Maria Denning, Simon Pope, Evan Pope, Alicia Pope, Ryan Brunette, Wren Paris-Moe, Andrew Fletcher, Siever Walker, Alex French, Liam Gleeson, Eleanor Thompson, Katie Watt, Moses Kent, Sam Gladnick, and Andrew Gladnick! We could not have done it without your help! |
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Grandparents' & Friends' Day
Volunteers Needed!
There is an urgent need for volunteers on November 17-especially between 8:15 and 12:45. Volunteers will make cookie trays and coffee, greet guests, and offer general assistance during the event. Please e-mail Michele Thornquist directly to sign up for a shift at mthornquist@stjohnsea.org. Forgot to reserve your space? |
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Annual Food Drive Begins
The sixth graders are once again heading up the annual call for the November Food Drive, to be distributed to our neighbors in need by St. Vincent de Paul. Donations will be collected in classrooms or may be dropped off in the parish or school offices. Please see the attached flyer for donation suggestions. We are unable to accept items packaged in glass due to safety hazards. Thank you in advance for your support during the holiday season.
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Volunteer News
Please welcome Shane Pierard and Colleen Mounsey to the Volunteer Coordination team! Shane has three children, two at the school in second grade and Kindergarten, and one at home. Shane will be the volunteer coordinator for over forty activities available in the Parish. Colleen has a third grader at St. John and will be the "Events" Volunteer Coordinator (i.e. Open House, Grandparents Day, Endowment Dinner, etc.). I know the whole parent body joins me in thanking them for stepping up to make the volunteer program a success!
One more volunteer is needed to fill the position of Lead Volunteer Coordinator. This person will manage the "day to day" school activities in the volunteer catalog and act as the lead in bi-annual volunteer recruitment, supported by Shane and Colleen. The Lead Volunteer Coordinator position is a great way to know what's going on a St. John school. If you have questions, please don't hesitate to contact me at alleyburke@yahoo.com. Jennifer Burke
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In This Issue
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Mass and Procession of the Lord of the Miracles
Halloween/Day of the Dead
All Saints Day Liturgy
Pavo-Trote (Turkey Trot)
Catholic Schools BBall Night
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Important Dates
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Oct. 31: Halloween Carnival,
Grades PK - 3;
Day of the Dead,
Grades 4 and 5
Nov. 1: LITURGY - All Saints Day
9am, Church
DRESS UNIFORM
Nov. 3: Grade 8 to HNA Theatre
Nov. 4: Grade 7 and 8 Dance
Egan Hall, 7:30-10:30pm
Nov. 7: First Reconciliation Class
7pm, 2nd Floor, School
Nov. 11: Veterans' Day
School not in session
VIEW THE 2011-2012 CALENDAR
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Hot Lunch
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Friday, October 28
Chicken or Bean/Cheese Burrito
Monday, October 31
Curly Pasta with Turkey or Marinara Sauce
Tuesday, November 1
"Frito Bandito" - mild turkey chili w/shredded cheddar, Fritos for dipping, banana
Wednesday, November 2
Hamburger, cheeseburger, or vegi burger
Thursday, November 3
Macaroni & Cheese, mini peas, strawberry shortcake
VIEW FULL MENU AND ORDER
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Tonight - Dr. Tom Curran on the Mass
Join us in the Church for Dr. Tom Curran on the changes to the missal and "Four Encounters With Jesus That Will Change Your Life." 7-9pm See attached flyer.
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Scrip News
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BOO!!!!! Are you still thinking about where to purchase that perfect Halloween costume or candy for all the trick or treaters? We have many vendors to choose from - Rite Aid, Fred Meyer, Walgreen's, Walmart, and Kmart to name a few. If you send an email to scrip@stjohnsea.org and we have what you want in stock you can get it by Friday. Don't delay!! Send your order in today!
Did you know? Did you know there is a Scrip office in the Quigley building? I am usually there from 8:30 to 9:00 every morning. Stop in and BUY anytime. We try to be as flexible as possible so please let us know how we can make shopping with Scrip easier for you and your family. The more we use Scrip the more the school gets back!!!
Happy Halloween, Lisa Mendenhall
SCRIP ORDER FORM
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Halloween Fun and Day of the Dead Monday, October 31
Students in grades Preschool through three will enjoy the party that our eighth grade students are preparing for them. Seventh grade students will accompany our young students.
Students in grades four and five are preparing for the traditional Day of the Dead celebration, under the direction of Señora Blanca, Spanish teacher. This is always a meaningful spiritual experience for our students as they remember their deceased loved ones.
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High School Open House
John F. Kennedy High School
Tuesday, November 8, 6:30, Gym
John F. Kennedy Catholic High School is located at 140 South 140th Street in Burien. Questions regarding the Open House can be answered by calling the school office at 206-246-0500. More information at www.kennedyhs.org/admissions.
Seattle Preparatory School
Tuesday, November 15, 5:30-8pm
Meet faculty, tour the school, and find out more about curriculum and student activities. For more information call 206-577-2146 or visit www.seaprep.org.
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Picture Retakes
Picture retakes for individual school photos will be held on Wednesday, November 30. More information will follow.
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Thank You Corner
Compiled by Sandy Grimm
Mrs. Castillo would like to thank the entire St. John community for the well wishes, flowers, and prayers received after the passing of her father. "I am truly blessed with a wonderful and supportive community!"
3 Day AM Preschool Class would like to thank Kara Dacquisto, Debbie Oximana, Kathleen Owens, Cheryl Pinsoneault, and Jennifer Wade for their help with the leaf walk this week.
Miss Feeney would like to thank Mrs. Maw and Mrs. Oximana for helping with math facts. A big thank you to Mrs. Behringer and Mrs. Oximana for leading a wonderful art lesson this week!
Katie Franklin and Nigel and Sue Pope would like to thank the following people who volunteered at the Kenya Well Project Rummage Sale: Bennett Jones, Jack and Meg LeComp, Jenny Bergquist, Lawrence Kent, Caroline Thompson, Mike Fletcher, Susan Denning, Leslie Willette, Sue Gleeson, Deb Watt, Anna and Steve Brunette, Jen Paris-Moe, MaryAnn and Tony Micale, Diana Grusczynski, Steve McMullen (for coffee and donuts!) and Sean Laverty (who helped in storing and moving donations!).
Mrs. Bodmer would like to thank Cindy Tramountanas and Christine Craig who helped with the Day of the Dead masks.
Miss Lovejoy would like to thank Christine Craig, Lili Lengua, Wendy Bevilacqua, and Gary Burkhardt for help at Centers; Susan Howe, Julie Sylvester, and Terri Cuba for help with Reading Groups; Colleen Wylde for your help in the Library.
Faculty and staff would like thank seventh grade families for the wonderful, warming, delicious luncheon last week. Everyone felt very appreciated! Serving pieces may be picked up in the school office.
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Shorts may not be worn after October 31. Shorts will be allowed again on April 1, 2012.
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