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Second Annual Fish Fry Dinner is Tonight!
No need to cook tonight...we've done it for you! We hope you will join us tonight for our second annual Inlet Fisheries Fish Fry Dinner from 5-7 p.m. in the auditorium. Click here for the flyer for more information. You may pay at the door and dinners are available to go! The dinner will feature fresh fried fish, hush puppies, cheese grits, coleslaw, dessert and drinks for $7.50 per adult and $5 for children 10 and under. You won't want to miss this fantastic dinner to benefit the school!
Thanks to our generous sponsors:
Inlet Fisheries, Dave's Diner, The Grill Refill and Roma Bakery!
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Catholic Schools Week
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 The National Catholic Schools Week is January 31-February 4, 2011 and we are so excited to again participate here at St. Anastasia Catholic School. The theme of the 2011 Catholic Schools Week is "Catholic Schools: A + for America," which celebrates the fact that Catholic Schools are an added value for our nation.
We have a full week of events scheduled, so mark your calendars and plan to join us as we celebrate what makes our school so special!
Monday, January 31 (Feast of St. John Bosco)
- Adoration for teachers and staff followed by PTO Random Acts of Kindness breakfast in the Teacher Workroom
- St. A Live - Dr. Hoeffner and Mrs. Richmond will kick off CSW on St. A Live.
- Open House for entire school (9 a.m.-2 p.m.)
- Special Invitation Presentation to Local Elected Officials and Area Pastors at 10 a.m.
Tuesday, February 1
- New Student Registration (7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. at Front Office)
- Grandparents Mass (8:15 a.m. at St. Anastasia Catholic Church) & Breakfast for students in grades Pre-K through 4th grade. After mass, students may join their Grandparents for breakfast in the school's auditorium.
- U.S. Rep. Tom Rooney (FL-16) to speak to the 7th and 8th graders at 1 p.m. regarding the importance of Community Service. Parents are invited to join this presentation.
Wednesday, February 2 (Presentation of the Lord)
- Community Service Day - Students prepare donations and welcome non-profit representatives to their classrooms for presentations (details on donations will be sent home at a later date).
- Pre-K & Kindergarten - Pregnancy Care Center
- 1st & 2nd Grades - Boys & Girls Club, Garden Terrace Clubhouse Afterschool program for children ages 7-13
- 3rd & 4th Grades - Humane Society of St. Lucie County
- 5th & 6th Grades - Abbiejean Russell Care Center
- 7th & 8th Grades - St. Lucie County Rotary Club and the Olive Foundation's Eyeglass Project
- Students and faculty may wear jeans with any Catholic Schools Week t-shirt (this year's or past year's). (The 2011 Catholic Schools Week t-shirts will be available for purchase for $10 and a few previous year's shirts are available at the Uniform Store for $5. Students who do not have a CSW t-shirt may still wear jeans with their uniform shirt).
Thursday, February 3 (Feast of St. Blaise)
- Grandparents Mass (8:15 a.m. at St. Anastasia Catholic Church) & Breakfast for students in grades 5th through 8th grade. After mass, students may join their Grandparents for breakfast in the school's auditorium.
Friday, February 4
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Catholic Schools Week Community Service Day
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To highlight the importance of Community Service, our Catholic Schools Week features an entire day dedicated to it. As you can see in the schedule, each grade has been assigned a non-profit group to work with. Each of the non-profit organizations will send a representative to speak to the students on Feb. 2nd explaining to them how important their donations are and how they will help those in need in our community and world. Please see the following list of needs (donations) for your student's Community Service project:
Pre-K and Kindergarten - Pregnancy Care Center is in need of
diapers (all sizes), wipes, baby shampoo and baby powder.
First and Second Grades - Boys & Girls Club of St. Lucie County, Garden Terrace Clubhouse, After School Program for students ages 5-12 is in need of sports equipment like basketballs, footballs, jump ropes, games and books.
Third and Fourth Grades - Humane Society of St. Lucie County is in need of cleaning supplies like bleach, laundry soap, cat and dog beds, cat and dog toys, cat and dog food and kitty litter.
Fifth and Sixth Grades - Abbiejean Russell Care Center (nursing home in Fort Pierce) is in need of small bingo prizes such as small bottles of lotion or cologne (inexpensive!), puzzles (no more than 500 pieces), soft socks, small stuffed animals, sugar-free candy and hair bows, barrettes or scrunchies.
Seventh and Eighth Grades - St. Lucie County Rotary Club & the Olive Foundation Eyeglass Project needs new and used reading glasses, new and used glasses and new and used sunglasses.
Donations will be collected in the classroom beginning Thursday, Jan. 20th through Wednesday, Feb. 2. On that day, the representatives from the organizations will collect the donations after they speak to the students. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Julie Brennan at jbrennan@stanna.org. Thanks for your continued support!
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Jeans Day on Community Service Day
| As a token of appreciation to our students, Wednesday, Feb. 2 (the CSW Community Service Day) is a Jeans Day. Students may wear jeans with ANY Catholic Schools Week t-shirts (this year or any other year) or with their uniform shirt. Catholic Schools Week t-shirts will be available for $10 each on Monday, Jan. 24. Please contact Linette Trabulsy at ltrabulsy@stanna.org to order your 2011 Catholic Schools Week t-shirt. Both adult and youth sizes will be available.
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Seventh Grade Parent Mass
| The Seventh-Grade Parent Mass is Monday, January 24th at 8:15 a.m. Please join your student and other parents after mass for coffee, orange juice and donuts in the auditorium.
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Jog-A-Thon News
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The St. Anastasia Catholic School Jog-A-Thon is Friday, Feb. 4th. This event is a very important fundraiser for the school and we need every student's participation in order for us to succeed. Our school goal is $20,000 and we can reach that goal if each student turns in at least $40 in pledges.
The Jog-A-Thon is a fun event that involves students in kindergarten through 8th grade. Each student obtains pledges, either by lap or as a single pledge, and on the day of the event, runs laps around a track. The laps are counted and students are eligible to win prizes based on how many laps they run. Pledges are then tallied and mailed to the sponsors for payment.
We have scheduled three (3) specific Turn-In Days for pledges. Turn-In Days are:
- Thursday, Jan. 20* (by 9 a.m.) - Hershey Bar Day!
- Thursday, Jan. 27* (by 9 a.m.) - Free Slice of Big Apple Pizza!
- Thursday, Feb. 3
*If students turn in pledges on Thursday, January 20 and Thursday, January 27, they will win prizes. Information and pledge sheets was sent home in the Thursday folder. The deadline to turn in pledges is 9 a.m. on Thursday, February 3. In order to participate in the Jog-A-Thon, students must turn in at least $10 in pledges.
Students should wear P.E. clothes (or Catholic Schools Week t-shirts) and tennis shoes on the day of the event. The students really enjoy this event, so we encourage you to involve them in obtaining pledges from family members and friends! We would also like to invite you to join us for the Jog-a-Thon - bring a lawn chair and watch the festivities! Or, if you need volunteer hours, this is a great opportunity to help! Don't forget that this day (Friday, Feb. 4) is a noon dismissal, too. Thank you ahead of time for your continued support and generosity! If you have any questions, please contact me at ltrabulsy@stanna.org or 461-2232.
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Junior Athletic League News
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This Saturday, Jan. 22 is the last day for the Junior Athletic League's Soccer Season. There will be a pizza party for the athletes. Please bring a drink for your child.
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Basketball Season is the next Athletic League Sport. The registration form for the basketball season is now online at www.stanna.org (click on the Forms & Flyers button). Play begins on Saturday, Jan. 29 and the last day of play and pizza party will be on Saturday, March 26. (No practice on Saturday March, 19). This program is for students in Pre-K (ages 5) through 5th grade. The cost is $25. Registration forms with payment must be returned to school office by January 28.
General rules for the Junior Athletic League sports:
- Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- We are here to teach the game and have fun. This league will be best suited for beginners.
- Play starts promptly at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 10 a.m. There are no other practice days.
Coaches and other volunteers are needed for this program. If you can help, contact Steve Goldstein at (772) 475-0397.
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PTO News
| St. Anastasia would like to thank the donors and volunteers who helped to install the new shade structures in the courtyard. On Monday, volunteers and other workers began the prep work for the installation. Thank you to Mr. Greg Kuklinski, owner of ShadeMakers and an alumnus of St. Anastasia who helped us coordinate the effort. A big "Thank You" to Mr. Pat Paparella, St. A's parent and owner of Armadillo Dirt Works, Browning Pump, Summerlin Seven Seas, the PTO and the parent and student volunteers who helped with the installation of the poles and concrete!
Top: Rich Rigsby of Armadillo Dirt Works, St. A's parent Eric Seibenick and Pat Paparella install a beam for the shade sails in the courtyard. Bottom: ShadeMakers owner and St. A's alumnus Greg Kuklinski works with volunteer Jacob Hoeffner to dig a hole for one of the poles. |
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Pre-K Post
| Don't forget to check the "Pre-K Post" for all the news and happenings in Pre-K. Click here to visit the Pre-K Post.
Pre-K's next big event will be the annual Pre-K "Pajama Day." On Friday, January 21, Pre-K students may come to school in their pajamas. There will be guest readers to read special books to the children. All the adults and other students on campus are so envious of the Pre-K Pajama Day! |
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Volunteer Opportunities
| Our annual Jog-A-Thon is coming up on Friday, Feb. 4. We are in need of 2-3 volunteers to help with pledge counting on the following days/times:
- Thursday, Jan. 20 at 8 a.m.
- Thursday, Jan. 27 at 8 a.m.
- Thursday, Feb. 3 at 8 a.m.
- Friday, Feb. 4 at 8 a.m.
If you can assist during any or all the days, please contact Linette Trabulsy at ltrabulsy@stanna.org. Thank you.
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Prayer Tree
| | Just a reminder: We have a Prayer Tree for students and families who wish for our students to pray for a sick or deceased relative or friend. The names are placed on a holy card and hung on the prayer tree which is in the front lobby. The names are also announced on St. A. Live. To have your prayer intention placed on the Prayer Tree, please send your requests to the front office to the attention of Sister Helene. Thank you! . |
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Eighth Grade News
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Congratulations to the St. Anastasia Catholic School eighth-graders who will be published in an anthology called "A Celebration of Today's Writers" by Creative Communication. Creative Communication publishes the top entries to record the creative insights of today's student writers. Pictured left to right: Anthony Barbieri, Janae Carter, Madelyn Church, Hannah Knowles, Jenifer Bruhn, Kim Caudell and John Marcano.
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Anastasia Attic News
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Please remember Anastasia's Attic when you are organizing your house after the holidays!
Remember that the shop's profits benefit our school.
We always need volunteers to sort, arrange and stock merchandise. If you are interested please call the shop at 467-1444. Bring a friend to help and have fun together.
We appreciate your donations. Our pick-up days for large items are Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Shop hours are:
Monday-Friday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sunday from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.*
*Special note: All clothing and knick-knacks are 1/2 price on Sundays!
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Sixth Grade News
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Congratulations to all the sixth graders who participated in the Science Fair last week. And a BIG thank you to Mrs. Stapleton for organizing the "Night With the Scientists" event! The event was a huge success for all. The winners for the Science Fair will be announced on St. A Live on Thursday...good luck!!
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Protecting God's Children Workshops & Fingerprinting Info
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CHANGE IN FINGERPRINT SCANNING LOCATION
The new location for volunteers and employees to have their fingerprints scanned for their background check is Holy Cross Catholic Church in Vero Beach.The address is 500 Iris Lane and the phone number is 772-231-0671.Contact person is Debbie.Please call to make an appointment.
Fingerprinting schedule
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday - 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (excluding 11:45-12:45) Limited evening appointments are available on these days.
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Workshop Dates
Pastoral Center (Palm Beach Gardens)
Thursday, January 20, 2011
1:30 p.m. (2½ hours in length)
Call 561-775-9530 to make a reservation.
Adults only - please do not bring children
St. Matthew Church (Lake Worth)
Saturday, January 22, 2011
10:00 a.m. (2½ hours in length)
Call 561-966-8878
Adults only - please do not bring children
St. Christopher Church (Hobe Sound)
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
9:00 a.m. (2½ hours in length)
Please call 772-546-5150 to make a reservation.
Adults only - please do not bring children
St. Luke Church (Lake Worth)
Monday, February 7, 2011
6:30 p.m. (2½ hours in length)
Adults Only - please do not bring children
Pastoral Center (Palm Beach Gardens)
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
1:30 p.m. (2½ hours in length)
Call Kellie at 561-775-9530 to make a reservation.
Adults only - please do not bring children
St. Joan of Arc (Boca Raton)
Sunday, February 27, 2011
11:00 a.m. (2½ hours in length)
Please call 561-391-4345 to make a reservation.
Adults only - please do not bring children
St. Anastasia Church (Fort Pierce)
Saturday, March 5, 2011
10:00 a.m. (2 ½ hours in length)
Please call 461-2233 to make a reservation
Adults Only - please do not bring children
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Congratulations!
| Congratulations to eighth-grader Walker and fifth-grader Delaney Yavorsky who competed this past fall in the South Florida Motocross series which included tracks located in Okeechobee and Orlando. Delaney finished 3rd overall in the 65cc two stroke class and was the only girl that competed in her class. Walker finished 5th overall in the 85cc two stroke class and raced against many advanced riders. They both worked very hard and put in a lot of practice time to prepare for the race series.
 
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Important Calendar Update
| Please note that the school will be closed on Monday, March 21. Please plan accordingly.
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January 2011
| January 19 - Fish Fry Dinner
January 21 - Pre-K Pajama Day
January 24 - 7th Grade Parent Mass
January 30-Feb. 4 - Catholic Schools Week
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February 2011
| Jan. 31-Feb. 4 - Catholic Schools Week
February 1 - Grandparents Mass (Pre-K-4th Grade)
February 2 - Community Service Day
February 3 - Grandparents Mass (5th-8th Grade)
February 4 - School Advisory Council Meeting, 7:30 a.m., Media Center
February 4 - Jog-A-Thon, No School for Pre-K Students
February 8 - PTO Meeting, 8 a.m.
February 11 - Middle School Dance, 7:30-10 p.m.
February 15 - 3rd Grade Parent Mass, 8:15 a.m.
February 17 - 6th Grade Retreat
February 18 - Teacher Work Day, No School
February 21 - President's Day, No School
February 25 - Field Day
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March 2011
| Feb. 28-March 11 - ITBS Testing
March 1 - Middle School Youth Group Meeting, 6 p.m., Parish Center
March 3 - Pre-K Field Day
March 3 - Art Fair
March 4 - School Advisory Council Meeting, 7:30 a.m., Media Center
March 5 - 9th Annual Night for the Children Auction & Dinner
March 8 - PTO Meeting, 8 a.m.
March 9 - Ash Wednesday All School Mass, 1:30 p.m.
March 11 - Noon Dismissal, End of 3rd Quarter
March 14-21 - SPRING BREAK!
March 22 - Classes Resume
March 24 - Report Cards Sent Home
March 29 - Principal's Free Dress Day
March 31 - Pre-K & Kindergarten Portfolio Night
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Thank you for your support of St. Anastasia Catholic School. We appreciate your support and feedback! Be sure and visit the school's website where all previous newsletters are archived for your reference at www.stanna.org. God Bless!
Sincerely,
Linette Trabulsy
Development Director
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