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Message From the Principal
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As I take my dog for his shorter walks these days, I marvel at the beauty of the white landscape and the sounds of gleeful shrieks as the children sled and enjoy the snow. I thank God for my warm home and I pray for the homeless. I think about our efforts to reach out and I know that we must never become complacent. These are the days when we become even more aware of the lessons of Catholic education.
From National Catholic Educational Association, Catholic Schools Week 2012:
Catholic schools stand out from other educational institutions. Children are taught
Faith - not just the basics of Christianity, but how to have a relationship with God. Academics - which in Catholic schools are held to very high standards, helping each child reach his or her potential. Service - The giving of one's time and effort to help others is taught both as an expression of faith and good citizenship. 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. |
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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 Knights of Columbus Benefit8th Annual Italian Dinner
Join the Knight's of Columbus and St. John's Boy Scout Troop 121 for the Eighth Annual Italian Dinner, Sunday, January 22nd, at 5pm in Egan Hall.
Contact bethany.king@comcast.net, 206-789-7119 with any questions.
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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. |
 Bake Sale for Kenya Medical Needs Friday, January 27, 2012
All three lunch periods, Egan Hall
The 5th grade will sponsor a bake sale this Friday, January 27, to generate funds for people in Kenya, who are in need of medical assistance. Items will be available from $0.50 to $1.00 each.
We need your help!
If you are interested in helping:
Please have your student bring baked goods to school on Friday morning, January 27. We will have a cart at the flag pole where you may conveniently drop off your yummy treats.
Thank you for your support!! Antonella Bartel and Kim Butler
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 Kindergarten Open House Rescheduled
Due to the recent snowfall, the Kindergarten Open House has been rescheduled for Tuesday, January 24 beginning at 7 pm on the mezzanine. The event is targeted to families new to St. John, but preschool families who are new to the K-8 program are encouraged to attend.
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In This Issue
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Poker Tournament for D.C.
Financial Aid
Bake Sale for Kenya and BSA Italian Dinner
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Important Dates
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Jan. 24: New Parent Q & A 9am, Library Jan. 24: Kindergarten Open House
7pm, Egan Mezzanine 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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Monday, January 23
Turkey Dogs, Sun Chips
Tuesday, January 24
Macaroni and Cheese
Wednesday, January 25
Pizza For Peru Day (order form attached)
Thursday, January 26
Orange chicken, steamed rice, vegis and dip
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Scrip News
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| Thanks for your continued support of St. John School through Scrip. Your purchase of Scrip makes your personal fundraising commitment easy. Purchasing Scrip for your regular purchases, such as groceries and gas, makes a huge difference to St. John School. Lisa and Lisa make it as easy as possible for you - just drop them an email with questions or needs.
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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
Mrs. Kelly, Grade 3 would like to thank Leal McAuliffe, Venitia Halsey, Sarah Dorscht, Nicole Hardie, Laura Fraioli, Erin Murphy, Heather Vavaro, Maryanne Wells, Anna Brunette, Julia Rudden, for all the help with our fantastic art projects. Also, for reading with students, checking on math facts and all the other helpful assistance. I would like to give Ms. Sue Kelly a supper big "shout out" for creating the new "Kelly Money." Many hands make a teacher's life happy.
Mrs. Skokan would like to thank her faithful group of volunteers! Jen
Bergman, Jill Campos, Meg Deines, Bernadette Hanay, Lorna Luebbe, Cheryl Pinsoneault, Katie Sawicki, Alison Shea!
Thanks to all the volunteers in Miss Lovejoy's class: Reading Groups - Christine Craig, Jennifer Twill, Katie Burckhardt, Jennifer Wade, Brandi Dagg, Rachel Douglas; Centers - Teresa Willson, Wendy Bevilacqua;
Library: Colleen Wylde.
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