 
S.A.C. The Notre Dame SITE ADVISORY COUNCIL is an active leadership group working in collaboration with our parishes and the GRACE System to set the strategic direction for our school. Members of the SAC include: Site Advisory Council Members:
Fr. Richard Getchel
Rev. Patrick Beno
Mike Cuene
Annie Bongiorno
Julie Van Straten
Sue Van Gheem
Marv Wall
Paul Schierl
Lisa Urick
Kathy Nordeen Matt Geise
Beth Simonet
Jeff Kaftan
Lois Schumacher 2011-2012 School Calendar Link |
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Mr. Kaftan's Korner | |
September 14, 2011
Dear Notre Dame Families:
Wow! What a great start to the school year!! It was great to see all of you at the Welcome Back mass and at the Open House. I appreciate all the feedback both positive and constructive. I agree with the suggestions that students should be allowed to attend the elementary school open house. I am making notes for next year.
MAPs testing will begin next week Monday. MAPs is a standardized test that gives diagnostic information about the stengths and weaknesses of our students. Please stress the importance of these tests to your children. The tests give the teachers critical information that is used for instruction. MAPs tests are very similar to tests for the ACT etc. Test taking is an important skill to develop for your child's future!
Option C is no longer an option. Our on-line grading system will now be provided by Powerschool. Parent and student access will be made available by the end of this month.
O.K. I need your help!! As we transition away from paper it is very important that you read our new electronic newsletter. There will be links at the throughout the newsletter that can take you to the information of interest to you.We are attempting to go Green with this new format. Please forward all flyers electronically to ndnewsletterteam@gmail.com with a brief description of the flyer that can be easily copied and pasted into the newsletter. All flyers must be sent in a pdf format. We hope to cut down on the cost of paper and reduce the time to stuff the brown envelope. Thank you for your help!!!
The Notre Dame Family Golf outing is this coming Monday, September 19th. Students attend school as usual while parents golf during the day. At the end of the school day a bus takes students to the golf course to participate in golf events (such as a putting contest). There is an early dinner and raffle items. If you can't or don't golf come join the fun after school. This is a great event for the whole family. Either scroll down or click here for more info: Golf Outing Win a Whistling Straits foursome!! Click on the link for more info: Whistling Straits foursome
The parking space behind the elementary school building is now open. Feel free to use it for drop off and parking. A decision about when to black top is pending. We are getting estimates on the cost.
The bump in on Huron Street is drop zone only! This means that you are not allowed (by law) to park in this area. You are allowed to help your child out of the car. However, if you would like to enter the building you should park either on a side street or behind the building. Thank you for your help!
Opportunities abound for volunteer hours. We need playground volunteers, classroom volunteers, middle school walk volunteers etc. Please contact Jenny at the elementary school (337-1103) or Elisa at the middle school (337-1115).
In Spirit,
Jeff
Upcoming Events and Important Dates:
Friday, September 16th
Early Release
Monday, Semptember 19th
Golf Outing
Monday, September 19th - September 30th
MAPS testing
Thursday, September 22nd
Elementary School Picture Day. (Dress up day)
Friday, September 23rd
Middle School Picture Day and MWF pre-school. (Dress up day)
Additional Links:
Faith
Key Club
Athletics and Booster Club
Innisbrook Fundraiser
Notre Dame Academy Dance Team Clinic
Home and School
The Uniform Closet
Market Day
American Heart Association Walk |
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Notre Dame Family Golf Classic! Mark your Calendar!
Monday, September 19th
Ledgeview Golf Course, De Pere
Enjoy a game of golf, food, family & fun!
(Golfers of all skill levels welcome and this is an all-school event!)
Not a golfer?No problem! Become a sponsor or attend picnic & auction!
Click here for Important Updates |
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 New Roman Missal Translation
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Introducing the New Roman Missal Translation - at Sts. Peter and Paul Parish. 5 week training sessions based on the USCCB are Mon. 8:45am, Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10; Wed. 6:30pm Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28; Thurs. 6:30pm Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Sat. 8:45am Sept. 10, 17, 24, Oct. 1, 8.
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2011 Leadership Convocation
Parishes: Called to Be Holy, Fully Engaged, Fully Alive
September Greetings, Everyone!
As we return from the many activities of summer to our many ministerial roles in our parishes, we come face to face with the joy and the challenge of implementing Bishop Ricken's Pastoral Letter Parishes: Called to be Holy, Fully Engaged, Fully Alive. There is no doubt that it is an exciting time in our diocese. To assist parishes, the Diocese of Green Bay Leadership Convocation 2011 is offering dynamic speakers that will address all six pastoral focus areas of the pastoral letter. This will be a wonderful opportunity to gather as a Church, celebrate Mass with Bishop Ricken and be inspired with new ideas and new hope.
Click the link below for the registration form. All are welcome to attend. We have sent an invitation to other dioceses in Wisconsin. Please register early if you can.
Blessings,
Mary Ann Otto
Stewardship and Special Projects Director
Diocese of Green Bay
(877)-500-3580 Ext. 8301
(920)-272-8301
motto@gbdioc.org
Click here for the Full Brochure & Registration Form
Click here to register on-line |
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***Marian Eucharistic Conference
Bishop Ricken invites participation in event focusing on Mary, Mother of the Eucharist
Bishop David Ricken is inviting Catholics to participate October 7-8, 2011, in a Marian Eucharistic Conference -- "an event that is sure to enrich and strengthen your faith journey with and toward our Eucharistic Lord." Conference theme is "Mary, Mother of the Eucharist."
"We, as Catholics, recognize the Eucharist as the source and summit of our Catholic faith," Bishop Ricken said in a conference message. "With the help of Our Lady, Mother of the Eucharist, those who attend the conference will realize with greater visibility the hidden power of the Eucharist and the important role in which Our Lady serves to unite us with Jesus in the Eucharist."
Conference registration
To register for the conference http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/bookEvent/A309666
Conference presenters:
Bishop David Ricken Homilist
Fr. Rocky Hoffman
George Weigel
Mark Forrest
Immaculee Ilibagiza
Fr. John Girotti
Mother Assumpta Long
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Saint John Bosco Youth Day Trip
Calling all 8th grade -12th grade students to join the fun at...
St. John Bosco Youth Day 2011 - Fire on the Hill
St. Francis/St. Mary's Youth Ministry has reserved a coach bus to take our group to Holy Hill to be a part of an unforgettable day of faith, music and fun!!
Father Patrick would like you to join him for a "Fire on the Hill" and ignite your faith This is an inexpensive way to spend time with your peers and celebrate being a Catholic youth.
The coach bus ride is $25 per person which includes a light breakfast. You will need to bring a bag lunch and a few dollars for a quick restaurant stop on the ride home.
DATE: Saturday, October 1, 2010
PLACE: St. Francis Parish parking lot
TIME: Departure at 6:00 am Return at 9:00 pm
WHERE:Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Help of Christians, Holy Hill
Please dress for the weather. The day will conclude after 4:30 pm Mass, which will fulfill your Sunday obligation.
We will be registering as a group, so please email your registration information to St. Francis/St. Mary's Youth Ministry at: GodIs4us@new.rr.com
Click Here for more Details!
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SAVE THE DATE: Friday, November 4th at the Swan Club in De Pere
What's new for 2011?
- Three key winners will each be awarded a substantial cash amount ($15,000, $3,000, or $2,000). Improved chances to win big money!!!!
- New/Updated Silent Auction booth themes
- Late Night Snack Buffet with pizza, cookies, popcorn and pretzels!
- Late Night Raffle - cash prize awarded (must be present to win)
- Games (PLINKO, Putting Contest, Wine Toss)
- Online Auction (will run prior to November 4th)
- Purchase your key(s) early
- Purchase key(s) by October 17th
- Name entered into separate drawing (October 21st)
- Chance to win $500!
Co-Chairs:
Kelly Smullen (OLoL) kelly.a.smullen@gmail.com
Alisa Conway (Notre Dame) alisa.conway@gmail.com
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ATHLETICS & BOOSTER CLUB (ABCC) | |
GET YOUR GAME ON!
ND Family Football Night
Save the Date: Sunday October 9
Packers VS Falcons
Click here for all the details
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INNISBROOK | |
Introducing a new fundraiser!
Innisbrook Gift Catalog
September 12th - October 3
Please look for the Innisbrook Envelope in your child's backpack. Click on the link to learn some facts about this new fundraiser.
Innisbrook Fundraiser Facts
Any Questions: Kari Jossart - Innisbrook Chair
kkjoss@tds.net |
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Notre Dame Academy Dance Team Clinic | |
Kindergarteners through 8th Graders:
Register Now for the NDA Dance Team Clinic
September 23, 4:00pm
The participants will be performing at halftime of the NDA vs. Southwest football game on Friday, September 23rd which is also the night of the annual Libertas Pig Roast Picnic!
Registration Form |
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Home & School | |
Who is Home & School?
All families are members of Home and School.
YOU are Home and School. Join Us.
We offer programs of interest and special activities that give families the opportunity to have fun with other families.
We raise funds to assist with materials, equipment, special programs, etc.
We honor our teachers: Back-to-school faculty luncheon, teacher start-up checks, teacher requests, faculty treats
Some of the events we sponsor are:
Fall Festival
Fundraisers such as Seroogy's sales and bake sale
We Add to the Catholic Schools Week celebration
Grandparent's Day
New slide for the elementary school
New sports and play equipment for the middle school
Learning materials for science
Reading labs
Computer technology
Items that enhance student and teacher life
We want to ensure our children are receiving the best educational experience possible, as well as give the teachers extra resources to provide such. We also show appreciation for all that our teachers and staff does!
Click here for Painless Fundraising
Some examples of things we have purchased with the money we raised:
We provide an annual Book fair.
We offer PAINLESS FUNDRAISING options such as box tops, milk caps, printer cartridges, receipts collection
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Uniform Closet | |
The Uniform Closet is located off the teacher's lounge in the elementary school. There is an abundance of nice lightly used clothing in all sizes to choose from. Parents are welcome to shop on school days from 8-3. Just sign in at the elementary school office before you head up to the 2nd floor. All clothing is FREE. Help yourself! If you have cleaned out your own closets and have donations to make, drop them off in the elementary school office. Thank you!
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FUNDRAISING | |
Delicious, convenient food
that raises money for our school!
Thursday is the first Market Day pick-up. Please pick up your orders between 3-4p.m. in the Dolski Center.
Thank you for supporting Market Day!
Click the Market Day Logo for details, or email Lisa Urick -lonepine4@tds.net with questions!
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Team KID (American Heart Association Heart Walk) | |
Join other Notre Dame of De Pere families in the fight against congenital heart defects.
What: team KID @ the American Heart Walk
When: Saturday, September 17th 8:30AM
Where: NWTC Green Bay Campus
Click here for details
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