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Message From the Principal
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"The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically... Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education."
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., The Maroon Tiger, 1947
When we think of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. we often think of his inspiring "I have a dream" speech. In an article written by Dr. King entitled, The Purpose of Education, published in the Morehouse College student newspaper in 1947, Dr. King goes on to say, "But education which stops with efficiency may prove the greatest menace to society. The most dangerous criminal may be the man gifted with reason, but with no morals." As we prepare to honor Dr. King and look forward to celebrating Catholic Schools Week, let us consider the blessings that come to our children, families, and community through Catholic education, an education that feeds the mind, spirit, and soul of each student. Please note, school is not in session on Monday, January 16 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Beannacht - God Bless,
Bernadette O'Leary
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 Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
You are invited by Archbishop Peter J. Sartain and the Office of the Vicar for Clergy to the Mass of Thanksgiving for the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., St. James Cathedral, 11am, Saturday, January 21, 2012. |
 Let It...Snow?
With the possibility of snow in the forecast for the coming week I wanted to re-share with you the protocol for emergency school closures. When inclement weather or other emergency, such as broken water pipes, makes it necessary to close the school, parents will receive notification in a number of formats. Local television and radio announce weather closures or late starts. In addition, all parents will receive an AlertNow automated phone message with specific details regarding school closure. I also point you to our school website along with our Facebook and Twitter pages as an alternative and up-to-date method of staying informed. Seattle Archdiocesan schools typically follow the Seattle Public School schedule for emergency closure, though the final decision on closure is ultimately made by the principal. Pablo Kelley, Assistant Principal
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 What is Catholic Schools Week?
The Catholic Schools Week celebration became an annual event in 1974. The first national Catholic Schools Week slogan was "Different Where It Counts - Message, Community, Service."
Where can I learn more?
The NCEA has information on its website: http://www.ncea.org/news/CatholicSchoolsWeek.asp
or http://www.ncea.org/news/CSWKitHomepage.asp. To view items on sale for the celebration of Catholic Schools Week, including posters, buttons and tee shirts, visit http://catholicschoolsweek.ncea.org .
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Texas Hold 'Em Annual Benefit Poker Tournament
Friday, January 27, 7-10:30pm, Blue Ridge Clubhouse
 Mark your calendar and plan to get in the game! Don't miss out on this fun event that helps our eighth grade class realize the dream of touring Washington, DC in the spring! A great event for novice and expert alike! All proceeds benefit the financial aid fund for the 2012 8th grade trip to Washington, DC. Complete and return the attached registration form .
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Financial Aid 2012/2013
 Fulcrum Foundation Tuition Assistance Grant Applications are now available for the 2012/2013 school year. Please visit the Fulcrum Foundation to apply. Grants for parish members eligible to participate in Fair Share help offset the difference between the actual cost to educate and the amount of the family's pledge. Grants for out of parish students reduce the amount of tuition owed by the family. Apply online and provide a copy of your application and supporting documents to St. John School, attention Diane Crockett not later than Friday, February 17, 2012. The 2012/2013 grant is $1,000.00 per student.
 Out of Parish Tuition Assistance, Smart Tuition Aid
Financial aid is available to out of parish students on a limited basis. Application may be made online at www.smarttuitionaid.com. Out of parish families must also submit an application to Fulcrum to be considered for tuition assistance through Smart Tuition Aid. In addition families must complete a needs request to be returned to the school office, attention Diane Crockett. Click here to access. Deadline for application is February 17, 2012.
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(Back row l-r) Coach Jim Hanay, Sam H., Nick J., Keegan C., Jeremiah S., Sean L., (kneeling l-r) Tanner H., Nate S., Carter B.
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Knights of Columbus
Christmas Basketball Tournament
Our Lady of Fatima hosted this year's Knights of Columbus Christmas Basketball Tournament. St. John/Al 7th Grade Boys Varsity team won first place! Congratulations to all participating in this annual event, and to the Knights of Columbus for carrying on this tradition.
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Community Sports Opportunities
Northwest Little League - Registration now open for 2012 baseball and softball season. Open to boys and girls who are at least 6 years of age by April 30, 2012, and live in the approximate area between NW 85th St. and NW 145th Street between Puget Sound and I-5. Online registration at
North Central Little League, Girls Teeball and Softball - NCLL has established an "All Girls Track" starting with Teeball (ages 5 & 6), and a new 7/8er Softball Division (ages 7 & 8). This is a great opportunity for St. John School to field an "all girls" Teeball team and 7/8er Softball team. It only takes 10 to 12 players to make up a team. To be placed on a St. John "all girls" team, please register your daughter at: http://www.northcentrallittleleague.org/home.php. Early Registration Ends on January 15! |
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 Playground Help Needed
Lunch recess help needed, 11:20-12:45 Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. Fill in all or part. Younger siblings welcome. Please contact Catherine Dahlgren if you have some time to share.
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In This Issue
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Poker Tournament for D.C.
Financial Aid
Mass of Thanksgiving
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Important Dates
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Jan. 14: Cantionis at 5pm Mass
Jan. 16: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
holiday
School not in session
Jan. 19: Kindergarten Open House
7pm, Egan Mezzanine
Jan. 24: New Parent Q & A
9am, Library
Jan. 24: Spelling Bee, 1pm, Egan
Jan. 25: Pizza for Peru
Jan. 26: Formation of Love &
Chastity, 7pm, Egan Hall
Jan. 27: Poker Party, Benefit for
8th Grade DC trip
Jan. 29: Catholic Schools Week
DRESS UNIFORM
Liturgy, 10:30am
Open House, noon-1:30
VIEW THE 2011-2012 CALENDAR
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Hot Lunch
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Friday, January 13
Macaroni & Cheese, mini peas, mini apple
Tuesday, January 17
Breakfast for Lunch! Waffles, eggs, sausage, oranges
Wednesday, January 18
Penne pasta w/meat or marinara sauce
Thursday, January 19
Mini Turkey Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, corn, grapes
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Scrip News
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A Call For Pictures 
St. John School is now accepting photo submissions for the 2011-12 year- book. The yearbook will feature 36 color pages highlighting student life. Please email digital submissions (.jpg format) to Sr. Pablo for consideration. Alternatively, photos may be burned to a disk and delivered to the school office. Consider pictures highlighting student activities, field trips, sporting events, milestones, service opportunities, and parish life. Thanks in advance for your submissions.
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 CYO Volleyball Registration Now Open! Sign up now! Registration for 2012 St. Al/John CYO Volleyball is now open for families with players in grades 4-8. Practices begin in early February, and the season is scheduled to run into early April. Please contact John Fletcher, |
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Thank You Corner
Compiled by Sandy Grimm
Faith Formation at St. John Parish would like to thank the team of volunteers that has ensured the smooth running of the Children's Liturgy of the Word program at the 10:30 Mass on the second, third, and fourth Sundays of each month: Mrs. Grandorf, Susan Denning, Jenny McGovern, Kristin Kent, Bridget Sevigny, Jill Campos, Hong Phuc Nguyen and Madelein O'Mahony.
St. John Parish Liturgy Committee would like to thank all of the people who made the 5pm Christmas Eve Mass so special for our families with children, especially Carolyn Sherman and Mrs. Ocampo for all the time they spent coordinating the many parts and preparing the students who participated. Also, a special thanks to Jenny McGovern, Bridget Sevigny, the Porter family, the Bartel family, the Hardie family, the Burckhardt family, the Bjork family, the Pelfrey family, the Young family, the McAuliffe family, Mrs. Becky Kelly, and all Cantionis choir members and their families.
Mrs. Becky Kelly would like to thank the third grade families for "the generous gift of Scrip! It is much appreciated. As I told my students, the best gift I had this Christmas was an early gift, their great performance at the Christmas concert. It is a joy to work with your children. God bless you all and Happy New Year!"
The Noel House women's shelter would like to thank December volunteers: Kathy Collins, Betsy Rivera, Lynnette Muenzberg, Laura Fraioli, Betty Ericksen, Meaghan Fleming, Nicole Hardie, Rosalinda Aguirre, Marty McCabe, Rose Curran, Ann Foley, Page Harader, Molly Martinez, Ann Amort, Sue Carroll, Lara Lorenz, Eileen Miller, Lisette Nenninger, Kristin Kent. Welcome new volunteer Lara Lorenz and a special thank you to Betty and Kristin for staying Christmas night. Also a big thank you to Suzie Burke for washing the towels. Interested in joining us? Please contact Mary Kearney at marytkearney@comcast.net.
Ms. Whiting would like to thank Cindy Tramountanas, our weekly library helper for providing all the treats for our AR Goal party.
Miss Schifferman would like to thank Pat James, Colleen Ando, Bridget Sevigny, Carin Brown, Kari Miles, and Julie Lee for their help creating fabulous Gauguin pieces.
Mrs. Bodmer sends a big thank you to Serena Swegle, Mary Romano, and Judith Corkum for helping out in Ms. Whiting's and Mrs. Bodmer's class last week and the week before break.
A big thank you to our parent volunteers last week in Miss Lovejoys' class:Reading Groups - Rachel Douglas, Brandi Dagg, Wendy Bevilacqua, Ben Howe; Library - Colleen Wylde.
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