Uniform Program Changes

As previously communicated, Sacred Heart is excited to announce that Lands' End will be the preferred provider for SHS uniforms for the upcoming school year.  Highlights of the change to from Dennis Uniforms to Lands' End include; SHS Sweatshirts with our logo will be available at Lands' End, high quality products backed by their Guaranteed Period return policy, optional embroidery of last names on sweatshirts (saving many parents an extra step) and lastly the SHS Lands' End web shop has been updated to have a more expansive assortment and alignment to the SHS Dress Code Policy.

Please click here for a special welcome and overview from Lands' End with more details. Here is the link to the SHS specific webshop on the Lands' End site.  Please remember to enter our school number 900085846 to make shopping easier.

Dennis Uniforms still has some SHS sweatshirts left in stock and will continue to be an accepted provider of key uniform items such as khaki skirts and plaids, but we will be transitioning to Lands' End as the exclusive provider of the required SHS Sweatshirt as well as all of the SHS required uniform pieces.

2012-2013 Tuition Information

SHS has two payment options for Tuition:  Payment in full or payment in monthly installments.  Payment in full is due on Tuesday, September 4th, 2012 (first day of school.)  Our monthly payment option is through a service called FACTS.

If you are a RETURNING family that used FACTS this current school year for automated payment withdrawals, your account with FACTS will automatically roll forward for 2012-2013.  The amount withdrawn will automatically be adjusted to reflect the new monthly tuition amount for 2012-2013.  Note that receiving monthly invoices will no longer be an option.  All monthly payments will be automatic withdrawals.

If you are a NEW family or a family changing to FACTS monthly payments, please know that an email will be coming to you directly from FACTS in the next couple of weeks asking you to set up your account up for 2012-2013 school year.  You will need to provide the checking or savings account you would like FACTS to use to withdraw funds monthly.

If you have any questions about this, please feel free to e-mail Susana Knapp or call 425-451-1773 ext 156. 

Absent School Days

If you know that your student will be missing any school days next week, please email Mrs. Wyman.

Extra 15 Minutes

After careful consideration of the survey results and feedback and another review of our instructional schedules, we have decided to put off adding 15 minutes to the day, at least until the following year. Beginning this month, and continuing throughout the summer, we are carefully reworking all of our schedules in order to more efficiently make use of the instructional time that we have already. If after that process is complete we still see the need for additional time in the day, then we will add time to schedule in the 2013-2014 school year. - Mr. Burroughs

Young Author Writing Contest Results

On Young Authors Day, 6th 7th and 8th grade students participated in a writing class with Mr. Robert Dugoni.  After their sessions, each class was given an assignment to write the first page of a story. Each grade was given a unique writing prompt.

1st, 2nd, and 3rd places were awarded for each grade. Writing pieces were judged on attention to details, the use of all 5 senses, action and dialogue, creativity and imagination.

Mr. Dugoni expressed praise and encouragement to all of the middle school writers.

Congratulations to the winners of the writing contest!

 Eighth Grade:          1st place - Frances Hausmann

                                2nd place - Danielle Durbin

                                3rd place - Audrey Posner

Seventh Grade:       1st place - Danielle Peretti

                                2nd place - Bailey Flinn

                                3rd place - Ethan England

Sixth Grade:            1st place - Holly Huard

                                2nd place - Ali Larson

                                3rd place - Sarah Kowal

Last Day of School

I apologize for the time change on the last day of school. Traditionally, we have ended school on our last day at 10:30 a.m. The last few weeks the dismissal time has been mistakenly listed at 11:45, as that is our usual half-day dismissal time.

The last day of school will be filled with great events. All families are encouraged to attend. We will inaugurate our new student council, we will celebrate our final school Mass of the year, and Fr. Pat will lead us all in signing "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" one last time.  We will also be inaugurating a new process of having our 7th Grade students symbolically "step up" to their new leadership role in the school. Finally, as a school, we will say our good-bye to our pastor, Fr. Pat. So, if you are available, it's a morning not to miss.  - Mr. Burroughs

Yearbooks

Yearbooks as scheduled to arrive the last week of school. We will notify everyone about the pick-up procedures as soon as they are on site.

ESS Changes

If you are a regular user of our outstanding ESS program, you probably already know that we are making changes for next year. These changes are meant to ensure that we are able to continue to provide a high quality and safe program for all of our students. If you have questions or concerns, please e-mail Amy Davis call her.. She will be able to answer your questions and explain how your particular situation may be affected by the changes. - Mr. Burroughs

ESS Registration Reminder

Please submit your ESS registration forms as soon as possible. The $10 registration fee will be waived for forms submitted by Tomorrow - Friday, June 8th.

Links to ESS registration paperwork for 2012-2013:

Program Changes

Registration

Lost and Found

Our closet is incredibly full (again) of unmarked clothing - most of it lost during Spirit Week.    Please remember to check it before school is out on June 15th as all items remaining on that day will be donated right away.    

Pokemon Cards

Pokemon Cards have once again become popular among many of our students; unfortunately, they are also becoming a distraction as students are pulling out their cards during class time.  With that in mind, I am going to ask that everyone keep their Pokemon Cards home for the remainder of the school year.  Thank you for your assistance.   - Ms. Gray

Staff Updates

As we shared in a recent addition of the FTH, we will be losing several of our instructional aides at the end of this school year.  After interviewing a number of wonderful applicants, we have hired new people for each of these positions.

• Sharon Reding, a current Sacred Heart parent, has accepted the position of first grade instructional aide.  Sharon's long history of volunteer work both here and at Sacred Heart Parish make her an excellent addition to the first grade team.
• Kate Suhrbier, Sacred Heart alumni will be taking on the position of second grade instructional aide.  Since graduating from Sacred Heart, Kate has pursued a degree in Education and Family and Human Services while also volunteering her time to work with children and toddlers who have speech, cognitive and motor delays, as well as parents in child development and behavior management techniques.
• Katie Nelson will be joining the fifth grade team as their instructional aide.  Katie is the parent of three children in the primary grades at Sacred Heart.  Katie is also a former 6th and 7th grade teacher; she taught humanities at St. Monica's School with her key area of focus being writing proficiency.

We are excited to welcome each of these people to the Sacred Heart School community.

 - Ms. Gray

Summer Skills Math Program

We are now out of the kindergarten, first, second, third and fourth grade Summer Math Skills Books; if you have not yet purchased one, you will need to order it directly from Tri-C Publications.  As a reminder, the Summer Math Skills book is a requirement; it will be graded and part of your child's first trimester grade.  The only exemption is if your child is enrolled in another Math program over the summer and we receive a certificate of completion.  Please click on this link for more summer skills details.

2012 Summer Reading

Links for the Summer Reading packets will be posted on the SHS website this Friday.

Incoming First Grade (current Kindergarten)

Read 20 minutes a day and complete at least one of the three book report options

Incoming Second Grade (current 1st Grade)

Read 30 minutes a day and complete at least one of the three book report options

Incoming Third Grade (current 2nd Grade)

Read 3 fiction or non-fiction books and complete at least one graphic organizer about one of the books read

Challenge Book Report for incoming 2nd & 3rd Graders

After completing their required Summer Reading assignment, interested students can read a fiction book of their choice and complete a "Cereal Box Book Report" and turn it in to Ms. Gray by Friday, Sept. 7, 2012

Incoming 4th Grade Book (current 3rd Grade)                                                                  

Read either Terror in the Zoo, which takes place at our own Woodland Park Zoo, or Volcano Disaster, which takes place at our own Mount Saint Helens, by local Washington author Peg Kehret.  After reading, complete the reading response questions and one literature project on the book you read

Incoming 5th Grade Book (current 4th Grade)                       

Read Blood On the River:  James Town 1607 by Elisa Carbone and complete the Book Report Frame

Incoming 6th Grade Book (current 5th Grade)                       

Read True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle by: Avi and complete the Reading Packet

Incoming 7th Grade Book (current 6th Grade)

Read either The Witch of Blackbird Pond by Elizabeth George Speare OR

The Cay by Theodore Taylor and complete the appropriate Reading Packet  

Incoming 8th Grade Book (current 7th Grade)

Read Fever 1793 by Laurie Anderson and complete the Reading Packet

Summer Reading for Adults

Annual Fund

Thank you so much to all of the generous SHS families that have completed their pledges for the 2011-12 Annual Fund. We have currently collected $181,347 in pledges for the year and are at 82% of total pledged. We still have about 81 families that have yet to fulfill their pledge. You can either make your pledge online at the Give Now link or you can drop off a check at the school front office. Pledges are due no later than June 30, 2012 to count for this school year. If your company offers matching gifts, please submit the paperwork as soon as you can. Some companies will take matching gifts for up to two years, check with your benefits specialist for your company's policy.

Questions? Contact Alison Scott.

Fundraising for 2011-12

Fundraising statements were emailed this past Monday, June 4th. If you did not receive one, please contact Alison Scott and she will get the information to you. There are some families that have yet to complete their requirement of $225 in fundraising contributions. At this point, there are only two ways to participate in fundraising and that is either a donation to Jogathon at 80% contribution or to purchase scrip at 5% contribution. Checks for Jogathon or scrip order forms can be dropped off at the front desk. Please make sure that you have met the requirement as your registration for the fall will be considered incomplete. Contact Alison Scott if you have any questions. Thank you so much to the 240 families that did over the $225 requirement!

As our 2011/12 school year comes to a close, we say thank you to Lisa Floyd for her tenure on Parents' Club. She has done incredible things for our community as part of her service on this board.  If you get a chance, please thank her for all her years of hard work at SHS!

We are thrilled to announce our new Board Members for the 2011/12 school year:

President:  Joanne Barber

President Elect:  Roxane Barkley

Advisor: Julie Chandler

Service Board Chair: Katie Rossmeissl

Fundraising Chair:  Angela Taylor

Secretary:  Julie Huard

Treasurer: Linda Michael

All parents of students attending Sacred Heart School are members of Parents Club.  No enrollment necessary!  Each year we organize social activities, manage the formal parent volunteer program, and raise vital funds to promote excellence in our school.

Parents Club is led by a Board of volunteers who meet monthly.  Board meetings are open to all parents.  Please contact our President for more information.

Scrip (Gift Card) Sales

Only 2 weeks left of school which means only 2 weeks left of SCRIP parking lot sales. Be sure to stop by either Tuesday morning upper and lower lots or Thursday afternoon lower lot. Or purchase online.

Changes to the Scrip Program  -  Effective Tuesday, September 4th,  2012

A review of our Scrip program has led to changes which will streamline the process for our SH community as well as Scrip volunteers.  We expect the new program will be more efficient and simpler for all involved!

Looking for Summer Options the Week of June 18th? - LOOK HERE!

Safari to Kenya with Ms. Maloney 9-11:30 June 18-June 22

(For students current in 1st-3rd/15 Students MAX)

"As photographers on a safari to Kenya with Ms. Maloney, students learn about two regions in Kenya by exploring the topography and animals that are found in game reserves. After re-creating the Maasai Mara Game Reserve and a Maasai village, the photographers find themselves in the center of a cultural misunderstanding. After discussing how to resolve the issue, students hold a farewell party to celebrate and reflect on their learning about Maasai culture and the Maasai Mara reserve.  To demonstrate their learning as they proceed through the unit, students will consider settings and characters and then role play and make critical decisions. Students use portfolios to read, write, research, and complete other activities." $125 per student for the week.  If interested, please send an email to Ms. Gray.

Summer Art with Ms. Wood 9-11:30 June 18-June 22

(For students currently in 3rd - 5th/20 students MAX)

Looking for a way to explore your creative side?  Spend the week with our new Art teacher, Ms. Wood and get a chance to work with art in a variety of mediums, including collage, sculpture, painting, pastel and weaving !  $175 per student for the week (which includes the cost of supplies).  If interested, please send an email to Ms. Gray

Jump Rope Summer Camp

The Jumpin' J's as seen on SHS Family Night has Summer Camps to offer! Come join in the fun at the Hot Dog USA practice facility in Bridal Trails August 6-9th, 11:00am-3:00pm.

Please the website to register or contact Joyce Bica or 425-424-8870.

Bishop Blanchet Summer Camp Information

Braves - Basketball, Soccer, and Volleyball Camp

For details and link to registration forms see the BBHS website.

Holy Names Academy Summer Sports Camp Information

Cougar - Hoop Camp, Soccer, Volleyball and Lake Union Crew Camp

For details and link to registration forms see the HNA website.

O'Dea High School Summer Sports Camp Information

Fighting Irish Basketball and Football Camps

For details and link to registration forms see the O'Dea website.

Seattle Prep Summer Camp Information

Summer Prep website summer classes in visual & performing arts, technology, science, and academic enrichment.

Panthers Summer Sports Camps - Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Tennis and Volleyball. For details see the Prep athletics website.  

CYO Summer Camps

The time is now to register. Visit the website for more information.

CYO Soccer Registration for Fall 2012 - 

Grades 1-8

It's time for Fall CYO soccer registration! All students entering grades 1 - 8 in the Fall at SHS or in the Parish are welcome to join us for the 2012 soccer season.  No experience required, only the desire to learn and have fun!  Registration is online and registration deadlines are as follows:

Dates                       Cost 

Late Registration     June 1-15          $90 (per child); $80 for each child after the first

For those who miss the normal and late registration periods, there may be an opportunity to register during the first two weeks of September (9/1-9/15) - only if space permits. Registration acceptance is at the discretion of the soccer coordinators and will be handled on a case-by-case basis. The late registration fee of $90 + a $50 (per family) administration fee will apply. Families new to the school and/or Parish are not subject to the late fees.

Scholarships are available through CYO, contact Katie Frigon, Athletic Director.

Coaches and assistant coaches are always needed and appreciated. This year we are introducing a new policy - if you coach or assistant coach we will refund your child's registration fee at the end of the season (max 2 per team). For any questions on what this entails please contact:  Lisa Ludwig - Grades 1-3 or Kim Schaefer - Grades 4-8

Kindergarten

Save the Dates - For Fr. Pat's Retirement Celebrations!

• Friday, June 8 Choir Concert:  7 pm in the Church.  Our Choir will perform some of Fr. Pat's favorites & Fr. Pat may play a few, too!  Reception to follow.
• Friday, June 15 Farewell School Mass:  9 am in the Church.  Sacred Heart School students and faculty celebrate Fr. Pat at his final school Mass.  Come hear Fr. Pat play "Take Me Out to the Ball Game" on the pipe organ for the last time!
• Saturday, June 16  5pm & Sunday, June 17, 9 & 11 am Mass: Farewell liturgies for Fr. Pat.
• Saturday, June 16 Dinner Celebration:  6 pm in the SHS gym.  All adults in the Parish are invited to a dinner and tribute to Fr. Pat.  (18 years and older only, please).
• Sunday, June 17 Receptions:  10 am and 12 noon in the Narthex.  After each of the Sunday Masses a cake and coffee reception will be held to bid farewell to Fr. Pat as he begins the next chapter of his life.

Please join us to bid farewell to our beloved Fr. Pat!