BUILDING BETHLEHEM EVERYWHERE
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During the Christmas season there are many examples all around us on how we continue to "Build Bethlehem." The eighth grade students made ornaments for our Grandparents' Association for Christmas. The students in 5th, 6th and 7th grades made cookies to be delivered with meals to senior citizens on Christmas Day. Mr. Saglimbeni, Mr. & Mrs. Hoffner and the Kirchman family along with many St. Padre Pio parish members took time out of their Christmas celebration to cook, package and deliver meals to those same seniors. The folks were very appreciative of the dinners and loved the cookies too! Finally, we would like to share with you this letter from one of our Kindergarten families to the 8th Grade.
December 22, 2011
Dear 8th Grade Students,
We are so happy to hear about your idea to help children in need this Christmas with your toy donation program. What a wonderful way to Build Bethlehem!
For the month of December, Annalise has been honoring an "Advent Sacrifice". Each day she does not get an ice cream in the cafeteria, she has put $1.00 in a cup. Together as a family, we decided that once Christmas comes, Annalise can take this money and donate it to someone who could use it.
We were unsure who to give her "sacrifice" to... Then, we received your letter about your toy donation. Right away, we thought that by giving you the money, you could use that toward your cause. So, please accept this donation to your toy drive on behalf of our daughter, Annalise. Through her Advent Sacrifice, we hope that you can help a child enjoy their Christmas.
God Bless.
Most sincerely,
Mr. & Mrs. Kuppel & Annalise
Let's together keep the spirit going. How are you "Building Bethlehem Everywhere"?To all teachers, students, parents and families: please submit your Building Bethlehem stories to
Mrs. Carol Kirchman in the Advancement Office at ckirchman@smrschool.org |
| CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK! | |
We are changing-things up a bit this year. There are some great new additions to our week and some traditional favorites that have been moved to different days. For those of you who have shared Catholic Schools Week with us before, be sure to note the changes!
The highlights are listed below. A detailed schedule is available on-line for you to review and a hard copy sent home next week.
Sunday, Jan. 29: 10:30 Mass at St. Padre Pio Parish followed by a PTA Social and Scholastic Book Fair at St.Mary School
Monday, Jan. 30: Ethnic Lunch
Tuesday, Jan. 31: Grandparents Appreciation Day with Bingo and fun for all. Pre-K 3 & 4 in the morning and K-8 in Afternoon.
Wednesday, Feb. 1: Parent Appreciation Day. Parents can visit classrooms and have lunch with your child.
Thursday, Feb. 2: Student Appreciation Day with Lazer Show and School Spirit Blue & White Day
Friday, Feb. 3: School Mass at 9:00 am in school gym - 7th grade hosts.Teacher Appreciation Day with lunch provided to faculty and staff by the PTA Social Committee.
Saturday, Feb. 4: Faith, Family, Night Spaghetti Dinner & talent show in the School Gym.
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| KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FREE THROW | |
Next Thursday, January 13th at 6:30 -- Come out and have some fun. Open to all boys and girls ages. |
| PTA COOKBOOK | |
Make sure to submit your recipes for the St. Mary School Cookbook. The deadline is January 13th. |
| IOWA TESTING |
IOWA testing is scheduled for March 5th through March 16th. Parents should make every attempt to have their child(ren) not miss school during this testing period with the exception of illness. There will be no makeup tests for personal vacations. |
| PTA CALENDAR RAFFLE |
The Annual PTA Calendar Raffle will be coming home next week. Please note the lower ticket price. This is a major fundraiser for the PTA. Please make every effort to sell your families five tickets. |
| TALENT SHOW |
Attention all students. Do you have a talent you want to showcase? Now's your chance. The Faith Family Fun Committee is holding a talent show on Saturday, February 4th during the PTA Spaghetti Dinner Social at 6pm.
Sign-ups and practices
Friday, January 20 & 27 from 3:15-4:30pm.
Friday, Feb 4 from 1:15-2:30
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RE-REGISTRATIONS
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Re-registration forms were sent home last week to the youngest/only child. The deadline for re-registration is January 31st.
If you know of someone who is interested in a premiere Catholic education for their child please have them contact Mrs. Carol Kirchman in the Advancement Office at 856-692-8537x320. |
| TRIP | | Thank you for all the orders we received for gift cards. The TRIP Committee will be reporting on the profits to date in the coming weeks. |
TUITION PAYMENTS
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It is important that parents make every effort to become current with their SMART Tuition accounts. In the near future, Mr. Tom Harkins, will be contacting parents who are delinquent with their tuition accounts.
Mr. Tom Harkins, School Business Manager, can be contacted at tgh@tghassociates.com or at St. Padre Pio Parish office at 856-691-7526.
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| SUBMITTING INFORMATION | |
If your organization would like to utilize our Weekly Communication emails or envelopes please adhere to the following guidelines:
1. All flyers and information must be approved by the Principal.
2. Submittals must be received no later than noon on Monday in a PDF format to be accepted. It will then be transmitted electronically.
3. Email all entries to mainoffice@smrschool.org.
4. Paper copies will not be sent home unless warranted
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