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STAR REPORT
FSCS WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
11/25/09 - VOL.7 ISSUE 11 |
No School November 26th & 27th
There is no school on November 26th & 27th in observance of Thanksgiving. Classes will resume on Monday, November 30th. |
All of us at Faithful Shepherd would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a happy and blessed Thanksgiving! For those in our community who may be traveling, we wish you a safe journey.
During this past year, it has been easy for all of us to feel uneasy and / or unhappy with our personal situations. The economic downturn has affected everyone in some form or another. I don't know of anyone who has not had to sacrifice in some way; or hasn't lost their job or has a friend or relative who has lost theirs. It has been a difficult time, not just in our community, but throughout the country.
To paraphrase Victor Frankl, a survivor of the Nazi concentration camps, " The one freedom that can never be taken away from anyone is their attitude towards a situation". At this time of year, and in these times, perhaps we should take a few moments to thank God for our blessings, look for the good in our lives, keep a positive attitude towards our future, and remember that God cares for us.
Happy Thanksgiving to all. |
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Many thanks to the Faithful Shepherd Community for the good wishes, cards and emails in honor of Principal Appreciation Day. We feel blessed to be a part of such a wonderful supportive community. |
Scholastic Book Fair News
Thank you to all the volunteers that helped with the Scholastic Book Fair this year - it is very much appreciated! And thanks to all the families who purchased books - our library has many new books thanks to your support of the book fair. If you were not able to make it to the book fair you still have an opportunity to get your favorite books. Online ordering has been extended through November 29th. Log on to www.scholastic.com/schoolbookfairs.com to place your order. |
Classroom Lots
This year we are putting together a themed lot of items from each grade. All lots will be available to any bidder, regardless of the grade their child attends. We could use assistance in building up the themed lots. If you know anyone who would be willing to purchase an item or make a cash donation for a themed lot, please encourage them to donate. Donations can be dropped off in the office. Any assistance filling these lots is greatly appreciated.
Kindergarten: Wet and Wild Weekend (Wisconsin Dells)
- Items needed: gas cards, fast food gift cards, car games, water toys, towels, etc.
First: Outdoor Fun-Under the Stars
- Items needed: fire pit, outdoor lawn games, grill, Adirondack chairs, marshmallow roasters, smores stuff, citronella candles, etc.
Second: American Girl Theme and Barbie
- Items needed: Any American Girl Doll and accompanying accessory, Any Barbie Doll and accessories, etc.
Third: Cook with your kids
- Items needed: Kitchen aid mixer, bakeware, utensils, cookie cutters, cookbooks, aprons, potholders, etc.
Fourth: Baseball Under the Stars (Twins Game Tickets)
- Items needed: Bats, balls, hats, T-shirts, etc.
Fifth: Under the Night Sky
- Items needed: Telescope, science experiment toys, national geographic toys, walkie-talkies, etc.
Sixth: Tech Package
- Items needed: iPod touch, any game system, any size TV, iTunes gift cards
Seventh: A Night with the Stars
- Items needed: Professional Popcorn maker, movies, DVD player, popcorn, blankets, candy
Eighth: Let it Snow
- Items needed: Snow board, sleds, gift certificates to ski resorts or ski shops, accessories to build snow forts.
Group Events: Do you like to throw parties or have a special talent to share? Then the 2010 Gala for Giving is looking for you! We need volunteers to host a group event for the gala's auction. Ideas include : throwing a cocktail party, cooking dinner at your house, hosting a broomball tournament, inviting sixth graders to a Guitar Hero party , or sponsoring a golf outing. It is a fun way to support your school and a great way to meet new people. If you are interested or have any questions, please forward your contact information and event ideas to Katie Bienash at kbienash@activision.com or call her at 651-338-3936. |
5th Grade Parents
Fifth grade parents are responsible for supervising lunch and recess during December. Please log onto Faithful Shepherd's website at www.fscsmn.org under the "To Do's" to select a date that works for you. Thank you! |
G.I.F.T.S. Award
The recipients of the November G.I.F.T.S. are:
Kindergarten: Allie W., Nicole B., Josh G., Lucas C., Madeline P., Abigail M., BriAnna B., Brigid P. & Brigid C.
First Grade: Hayden B., Sadie K., Sam P., Bridget S. & Emma S.
Second Grade: Andrew B., Joey B., Megan A., Caitlin B., Annie W., Taylor G., Jack R., Lizzie P., Bjorn K
Third Grade: Elise E., Connor B., Matthew S., Joey M., Chloe M., Logan B., Nina B., Anna H., Jack N., Jennifer V.
Fourth Grade: Brianna M., Steffi F., Kelly C., Rylee F., Sam S., Ally V., Nick Y. & Ella M.
Fifth Grade: Sarah H., Owen S., Meghan W., Josh M., Anna T., Katie N., Christine K. & Jacob S.
Middle School: Stephen T., Jon Z., Sarah K., Connor T., Keara M., Samuel P., Joseph G., Jacob N., Bennett R., Adam G., Mario B., Ryan R., McKayla M., Carter R., Cameron M., Elizabeth K., Aneta M., August R., Charles D., Molly S., Ryan D., Katelyn T., Colin M., Benedict S., Marc F., Anna Z. & Kathryn B. |
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Reminder From The Office
Please ensure you send in a note to the school office when picking up your child early, or if there is a change in transportation/after school plans. Additionally, if your child will be riding the bus home with someone, the note should come to the office vs. the bus driver. The office will send a Transportation Change to the student who should then give it to the bus driver. Thank you for your assistance.
Don't forget as the calendar turns to winter to make sure that your child is dressed with proper outdoor clothing. All children go outside unless the windchill or temperature is below zero. Students are not kept inside for insufficient winter clothing. |
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Attention Fall Sports Families!
If you still have your Fall Sport Uniform...
The deadline to turn them in is Friday, Dec. 4th! Please hand them in to Mr. Redman or you will be billed for the cost of the uniform. Thank you to all those that handed them in already.
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Ski Club Is Coming!
All 5th-8th Grade FSCS Students: Sign up as a Ski Club Member starting November 30! You will need to be registered as a member in order to be eligible for each Ski Club Trip to Afton Alps. See the Activities Homepage for more information.
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Attention 4th-8th Graders!
Sign up for Cheer & Dance on the activities website before December 3rd. Practices will be held in the science lab from 2:30-3:45 on Thursdays beginning Dec. 10th. Our performance will be at a basketball game during Catholic Schools week, the first week of February. Come join us to learn some basic skills, and have lots of fun! If you have questions, please contact Ms. Gruber or Ms. May-Olson. |
FSCS Culver's Night
Tuesday, December 1st
Please join us at the Eagan Culver's from 5:00-8:00 pm on Tuesday, December 1st. 10% of all sales go back to Faithful Shepherd, so tell everyone you know to drop by. We hope to see you there! |
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SJN Advent Evening of Reflection
Thursday, December 3rd from 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Advent is our Christian season of Hope. The Advent scriptures ground us in both the promises of God and the challenge to build a new heaven & earth. Join Jeanne Cotter, a national renowned Catholic composer and inspirational speaker, for an evening of music and reflection on the themes of hope, receptivity, and the call to answer, as Mary did with a radical "yes" on Thursday, December 3rd at SJN.
This evening is open to all. Childcare is available, but limited. Reservations required. Call 651 454-2079 ext. 2235 by November 30th. For more information, contact Judy Doonan-Twohy at 651 454-2079 ext. 2204. |
No Morning District 196 Bus
Friday, December 4th
There will be no morning District bus on Friday, December 4th. The Mendota Heights bus will run as normal. |
Middle School PLUS Time
Middle School PLUS Time classes will begin on December 9th. Students will have PLUS Time every Wednesday for forty minutes. During this time, students will be able to research a topic of their choice, learn valuable research skills, and share this research with each other. More information will be forthcoming in early to mid December via the MS website. Be sure to check it out! |
Musical Appreciation
Ms. Williams would like to thank the choir for sharing their musical gift of song with the FS commmunity. And a special thank you to Noah C. for sharing his beautiful piano solos. Great job everyone! |
Donald's Annual Winter Uniform Trade-In
November 1st - March 31st
Donald's Uniform will accept gently used uniform items and you will receive credit towards the purchase of new uniform items in the same category through March 31st. |
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