STAR REPORT
FSCS WEEKLY NEWSLETTER
01/06/2010 - VOL.7 ISSUE 16 |
Advent Service Project Update
A huge thank you to all Faithful Shepherd students and families for the Dakota Woodlands coin collection during the month of December. Representatives from Dakota Woodlands were overwhelmed with the buckets of money that were delivered - over $900.00 was collected during this time. THANK YOU! |
Gala Gossip
*The clock is ticking and seats are filling fast. Send in those RSVPs or purchase your tickets on fscsgalaforgiving.com.
*Info packets went home yesterday. If you did not get one, please stop by the office and pick one up or just look on the Gala website.
*We still need bottles of wine (for the wine Wall) and items for the classroom projects. (drop off at the office)
Kindergarten: gas card, fast food gift certificates, car games, towels, water toys, etc.
Grade 1: marshmallow roasters, smores stuff, outdoor games, citronella candles, etc
Grade 2: American Girl Doll Accessories
Grade 3: utensils, cookie cutters, cookbooks, aprons, potholders, etc.
Grade 4: Twins items, balls, hats, etc.
Grade 5: science items like a telescope or camera
Grade 6: itouch speakers, itouch alarm clock-any itouch accessory
Grade 7: movies, popcorn buckets, popcorn seasonings, gourmet popcorn, blanket
Grade 8: gift certificates from any sports store for Winter sports items.
*NEW to the Gala- a professional photographer will taking portraits. The ($10) 5x7 photos of you and your spouse all gussied up will be a great memento of the evening. Guests will be able to use their bid number to purchase these photos. Upon completion of printing, the photos will be sent home.
*Volunteers- we need volunteers to sell Masters Tickets after Mass-please call Ed Schlueter if you can give a few minutes of your time. 651.405.9772
Other volunteer spots have been posted on the FSCS website (not Gala website) -yes, the bar tending slots are up. Sign up now! |
Parenting Kahnversations
Thursday, January 7th @ 8:05 am
Don't miss "Parenting Kahnversations" THIS Thursday morning at 8:05am (January 7th)! Dr. Kahn is Faithful Shepherd's School Psychologist. He offers practical parenting strategies during this series for parents of children of all ages.
This free event will talk about "Avoiding Power Struggles With Your Children." Children start power struggles with us because they are children. However, when we are at our best, we are able to resist their inappropriate behavior and not get dragged into power struggles. Join us for this presentation on how to not only to avoid the power struggle trap, but also learn how to flip it over to a positive.
Invite a friend and stay for good "Kahnversations" after morning drop off! Any questions, contact Ronda at rottjak@comcast.net. |
SpiritWear Day
Friday, January 8th
Friday, January 8th will be a SpiritWear Day to benefit Feed My Starving Children. If you want to be out of uniform, bring at least $1 to put in our collection. Jeans or sweatpants that are in good condition may be worn along with any shirt that sports the FSCS name, logo or the STAR nickname. All monies should go directly to the classroom teachers. Please refer to the Parent/Student Handbook for dress code guidelines on Starwear Days. |
All middle school band students are invited to perform the "National Anthem" before the 8th grade boys basketball game on Wednesday, January 13th at 5:10 pm. Please meet in the band room at 5:00 pm. |
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A technical glitch was discovered and several student names were mistakenly left off the originally posted Honors list. Congratulations to the following students: Kathryn B., Victoria D., Ryan D., Hattie H., Victoria R., Katelynn T., Jon Z., Joseph A., Adaora A., Claire B., Justin B., Austin B., Jay E., Lucas F., Sydney F., John K., Crystal L., Cameron M., Abigail R., Sydney S., Claire S., Julia S., Rachel S., Delaney W., Nora Z., Clare D., Meghan G., Jacklyn H., Jack J., Grace J., Joseph M., Connor N., Josephine R., Diana S., Nicole S., Augustina T., Jack U. Katelyn V. |
Middle School Information Night
Thursday, January 14th @ 6:30 PM
We are holding an open house on Thursday, January 14th at 6:30 PM for anyone interested in learning more about our Middle School programss. Current MS parents are not required to attend; information is targeted for new MS parents (5th grade). Please join us as we will share thoughts about the program, examples of what a day in the life of a FSCS MS student looks like and testimonials from current students, past students and parents who have had students in our program. |
Teacher Appreciation Lunch Volunteers
Looking for a way to help recognize all the great work the teachers and staff at Faithful Shepherd do? Then volunteer to help with the Teacher Appreciation Lunch. Volunteers are needed to help the day of the event, January 29th, as well as to donate food for the lunch. If you are interested in volunteering for the event, please visit the school website, and click on the Teacher Luncheon signup on the HSA home page or email Annette Maggi at annette.maggi@yahoo.com. |
Mad Science is here for the Winter! Check the Activities Registration Page to register your 1st-6th Grader! Class starts in January and space is limited. Questions? Contact Mr. Redman. |
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Scratch Club! (Formerly Computer Club)
Sign Up Now!
Winter Session I (Intro level session for beginners)
For: 4th-6th Gr Boys & Girls
What: Explore Scratch Computer Software in this fun 5 week long class
When: Wednesdays @ 2:30-3:45 in the Computer Lab (First meeting is Jan. 13)
*Space is limited, a second session will be offered in Feb. for students who have already been introduced to Scratch. See the Activities Homepage for more info. Questions? Contact Mr. Redman or Mrs. Meier. |
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6th Grade Girls Basketball
The FSCS 6th Grade Girls Blue Basketball team won the consolation game at the Academy of Holy Angels 6th and 7th Grade Boys and Girls Holiday Basketball Tournament December 28-30th. The STARS lost a very close game to Annunication, the eventual champion, 14-10, and then recorded wins against Carondelet 17-6 and Our Lady of Peace 13-11 to take 3rd Place. |
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8th Grade Boys Basketball
Congratulations to the 8th Grade Boys Basketball Team on their Championship victory at the St. Joseph's Christmas Classic and to the 6th Grade Girls Blue Team on their 3rd Place trophy from the Academy of Holy Angels Invitational! Great job! |
6th Grade Parents
Sixth grade parents are responsible for supervising lunch and recess during January. 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! |
Christmas Ornaments
Did you forget to order your 2009 FSCS Christmas ornament? Don't panic, there are still some available! All you need to do is go to the "Check your to do list" section at www.fscs.org, print the order form, and send it into the office. The cost is only $7.00 for this wonderful keepsake, so don't miss out. |
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Ski Club Is Here!
5th-8th Graders Sign Up Now! Register as a ski club member. Only members will be allowed to attend each ski trip. See the Activities Registration page for more information.
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St. Thomas Academy Open House
January 10, 2010 at 1:00 p.m. Program starts at 1:00 p.m. followed by student led tours.
Entrance Exams:
Ninth Grade - January 16, 2010 at 8:30 a.m.
Ninth Grade Make-up Test - January 23, 2010 at 8:30 a.m. |
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Academy of Holy Angels Open House
January 14, 2010 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Entrance Exams:
Ninth Grade - January 16, 2010 at 8:00 a.m.
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Academy of Holy Angels Honor Roll
The Academy of Holy Angels recently announced its Trimester I Honor Roll. Former FSCS Graduates receiving these honors include Emily Hoeppner, Monica Knaack, John Miotti, Samuel Walczak, Carissa Young, Caleb Benz, Jordan Black, Marissa Bognanno, Liesel Bower-Jernigan, Elizabeth Curoe, Kelly Downes, Andrew Felton, Alexander Gwaltney, Nicholas Hirsch, Jennifer Hurinenko, Ashley Marback-Laddusaw, Emily Ness, Robert Rukavina, Cassandra Titze, Haley Weis, Lindsay Burns, Michael Christianson, Sarah Desch, Elizabeth Gruenke, Jack Hillesheim, Megan Hoffman, Madeline King, Hilary Malecha, Andrew Mikos, Lisa Mikos, Elizabeth Miotti, Kayla Mulrooney, Cassandra Remker, Laith Saadeh, William Style.
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Handbook Reminder
Reminder that electronic devices such as laser pointers, gaming devices and MP3's are not allowed during school hours. Students will not have access to phones during the day except for emergencies and may not call home to make arrangements to go home with a friend.
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