May 4, 2011
   
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80s Dance Party
Step Up for Students Scholarship
Band News
Student of the Month News
Third Grade News
Second Grade News
First Grade News
Kindergarten News
Pre-K Post
Summer Camp News
Sports News
Scouting News
Vickie Guettler Scholarship
Tuition Reduction Opportunity
Noon Dismissal
PTO News
School Advisory Council News
Art News
Anastasia's Attic News
St. Anastasia Vacation Bible School
Fingerprinting Information
Red Cross News
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We Thank Our Teachers During Teacher Appreciation Week! 

 

This week is Teacher Appreciation Week. We appreciate our teachers and staff tremendously and have honored them throughout the week with special privileges and fun events.

 

You might have seen the "Apple Cards" on your teacher's door. These apples are provided by the PTO who has sold (and will continue to sell) them through the week! This is an easy way to say "Thank You" to your teachers and staff members.

 

Mrs. Pat Fitzgerald provided Avon Satin Hand Treatments for teachers and staff on Monday, too.

 

The Student Government will host a free car wash for all the teachers this week and they coordinated the vases full of fresh flowers for faculty!

 

The St. Anastasia Administration is showing the teachers they appreciate them too! On Monday, Dr. Hoeffner and Mrs. Richmond provided Ice Cream Sundaes. On Tuesday, they provided "Room Service" featuring drinks, fresh fruit and pastries. Wednesday is "Souper" with free soup provided by Pineapple Joe's. Thursday is "Thank Goodness It's Today" when the teachers will enjoy chocolate and other fun treats in the workroom. There will be a special treat from Administration on Friday for the teachers and they will also enjoy a lovely lunch provided by the PTO.

 

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Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Christopher, is surrounded by some of her "appreciative" students as she shows off some of the flowers she received this week.

80s Dance Party & Classic Car Show is Friday! 

PTO Presents the 80s Dance Party & Classic Car Show on May 6 

 

80sFriday is the day! Buy your tickets now   

 

Join friends and family for a "totally rad" 80s Dance Party & Classic Car Show at St. Anastasia Catholic School on Friday, May 6 from 5:30-8 p.m. Tickets are $5 each and include all activities like a bounce house, popcorn, sno cones and tons of contests! See if you can still play the Air Guitar like Jon Bon Jovi in the Air Guitar Contest. Other contests include an 80s Dance Contest, Best 80s Costume Contest and Hula Hoop Contest. You Could Win a $100 Cobb's Landing Gift Certificate in the People's Choice Classic Car Show Contest!

 

Pizza and drinks will be available for purchase, along with an 80s Store filled with goodies like neon-glow necklaces, sunglasses and more!

 

For more information, to volunteer or to purchase your tickets, contact Shelley Beringhaus, PTO President, at 772-807-0741 or e-mail stanastasiapto@gmail.com. Click here to see the flier about the event and sponsorship opportunities.

 

It's going to be Totally AWESOME!

Step Up for Students Scholarship 
Due to the tremendous response the State of Florida has received for the  Step Up for Students Scholarship Program, they will be closing the application process for NEW families on Saturday, May 21. If you know of a family that might benefit from this wonderful scholarship program, please have them visit www.stepupforstudents.org for more information.

Click here for information about how the scholarship works. The scholarship pays $4,106 towards tuition (It could be more depending on the Spring Legislative Process). Students may qualify for a scholarship if:
  • The child is entering 2nd through 8th grade and attended a Florida public school for the entire previous school year OR is entering Kindergarten or 1st grade.

AND

  • Household income is at or below the amount shown on the income guidelines shown here.
    • For example, to meet the income guidelines, a family of four must earn less than $3,446 monthly.  
Please feel free to forward this newsletter to any friends or family who might benefit from this scholarship. Thank you.
Band News

The Spring Band Concert is Thursday, May 5 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium. Band Students should report to the band room by 6:20 p.m. Thank you!    

Student of the Month News

Congratulations to the May Students of the Month!


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Congratulations to the May Students of the Month! Pictured left to right, front row: Chris Pantano, Cole Brugnone, Joel Guettler, Janae Carter and Gage Baltos; back row: Taylor Siringo, Kirsten Alves, Daniella Ramirez, Jordan Salerno and Michael Spacil.   

Third Grade News
Mrs. O'Loughlin's third grade class presented their April book reports last week. The students worked on dioramas as part of their reports. They also had to write the entire report in cursive!

3rd grade reports

 

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Kaitlin Mathey, Gabby Richards, Gabrielle Levesque, Jack Leach, Joseph Hennis, Abbey Capezza, Emily Chatham, Randi Casalaspro, Ryan Busby and Alex Giraldez proudly display their dioramas from their April book reports.

Second Grade News
Congratulations to the second graders who received their First Holy Communion on May 1.

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Megan Skye Abel

Alexander Joseph Alonzo

Caroline Sofia Ball

Joshua Alexander Becerra

Kaitlyn Nicole Blanton

Casen Steele Brugnone

Christopher Joseph DeMaio, Jr.

Jake Lee Dunajewski

Jensen McLane Hicks

Noema Pinchinat Ingenieur

Gianna Nicolle Marrero-Vadell

Adam Robert Marsh

Kendall Elizabeth Raym

Olivia Hope Rekus

Johanna Nicole Rizo

Paiten Andrew Springsteen

Michael Joseph Vogt

Iannica Marie Zamarripa

Joseph Charles Ageeb

Mariund Grace Bas

Robert Harry Bertram

Charles Conall Demarais

Joseph Daniel Fanizzi

James Evan Gagliano

Mallory Glynn Hendrickson

Christian Scott Johnson

Jonathan Klayton Lippard

Danielle Alexis Petry

Elijah Trey Quinlin

Daniel Shawn Richmond, II

Isabella Marie Russman

Nicolas Anthony Siringo

Dylan Robert Tippmann

Christopher James Rojas, II


Please keep them, and all of our students, in your prayers.
First Grade News
A few of Mrs. Noelke's First Grade Students participated in "Take Your Child To Work Day" with their parents. The students prepared reports on their experience and shared it with their class.

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Cody Menke, Anna Smith and Sophia Stromak show off their reports from the "Take Your Child To Work Day!" 

Kindergarten News

In celebration of the beatification of Blessed Pope John Paul II, some of Mrs. Paxton's kindergarten students processed through campus on Monday, May 2 to bring attention to this special event. Tanner Goulet portrayed Blessed Pope John Paul II and was joined by fellow kindergarten students Luke Retutal, Isabella Zelaya, Ma'Kiyah Stockton and Michael Rochedieu.


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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.

The Pre-K Students did an outstanding job during the Pre-K Hoedown! Thanks to all the parents, grandparents and friends who joined us during this special event!

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Do-si-do! Shea Hartnett, Ava Fell, Jayden Vega and Mary-Alice Lott dance during last Friday's Pre-K Hoedown. Pre-K "kicked off" to their last theme of the year, "Way Out West" It was a "Rootin' Tootin'" good time!

Summer Camp News  
Don't forget to turn in your St. Anastasia Catholic School Summer Camp and Sports Camp registration forms as soon as possible. Click here for the registration information.

There are many other local summer camp opportunities available. Many St. A's parents and friends have businesses that host summer camps. We are providing an opportunity to promote those camps by allowing fliers to be placed in our school lobby. Stop by the school's front office for information. (See list below, too).

Sidekick Martial Arts 

Becton Farms Horse Camp 

St. Lucie County Extension Office 

Oxbow Eco-Center 

Hand Shakes & Dinner Plates  

John Carroll High School Theater Camp

Sports News  

The Sports Luncheon to honor flag football, softball, tennis and golf participants is Tuesday, May 10 at 12:00 p.m. in the parish center.

Scouting News  

St. Anastasia Catholic School Junior Troop 182 participated in the Florida Oceanographic Institute's Earth Day Celebration. The Juniors volunteered their time helping other children create recycled crafts. The Juniors have spent the last year earning the Girl Scout Bronze Award, the third highest award in Girl Scouts.

 

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The Vickie Guettler Scholarship 

The Vickie Guettler Scholarship honors academic effort and achievement and community and/or church service by a Roman Catholic student, while also recognizing the financial needs of the family. This scholarship will be presented to one or two students entering Grade 1 through Grade 8. The scholarships have a value up to $1,500.

 

In order to qualify for the scholarships, students must send in a completed application form. Original materials will not be returned. All application information will be kept confidential. The application deadline is May 13, 2011.

 

A committee comprised of Mrs. Vickie Guettler and family will select the students(s) to receive the scholarship(s).

 

Applications are available in the front office. 

Tuition Reduction Opportunity 

The St. Anastasia Bingo Program is in need of at least two people to work bingo on alternating Sundays. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. If interested, contact Kathlenia Carter at kcarter@stanna.org and put BINGO in the subject line.  

Noon Dismissal 

There is a noon dismissal on Friday, May 6. Aftercare is available. 

PTO News 

Mark your calendars for the last PTO meeting of the year on Tuesday, May 10 at 7 p.m. in the Media Center. Elections will be held and wine and cheese will be served!

 

Guest speakers from the Children Services Council will be on hand, as well as a representative from Southern Eagle Distributing. Southern Eagle Distributing is a contributor to the Step Up for Students Scholarships and they will discuss the benefits of the scholarship. They will also be providing their new wine, called Unwined, for us. 

School Advisory Council News 
The next meeting for the School Advisory Council is Friday, May 6 at 7:30 a.m. in the Media Center. All parents are invited to attend.
Summer Art Classes 
Summer art classes will be offered in the art room with Ms. McCadden.  Classes are open to all entering 4th through 8th grade students. Classes will meet for two separate sessions. Session I will be June 6-8 and 13-15, from 9-11 a.m. Session II will be June 20-22 and 27-29 from 9-11 a.m. The cost for each session is $130. All supplies are included in each six class session. Drawing, oil painting and sculpting skills will be explored. Interested parents need to contact Ms. McCadden, who will call or e-mail to confirm registration in the class. E-mail: mmccadden@stanna.org  Voicemail 461-2232 ext. 123. Please include student and parent names, student's current homeroom and the session(s) your child is interested in joining.
Anastasia Attic News

Please remember Anastasia's Attic when you are organizing your house! 

 

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!

St. Anastasia Vacation Bible School 

Sail into VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Territory!K4J


Meet missionary saints in the Win the World for Jesus VBS! Your kids will love the songs, games, crafts and more while learning to be missionaries at the same time! This program is available for children ages 4-10.

June 13th-17th

9 a.m. until 12 noon

St. Anastasia Parish Center (Southeast Room) 

 

How do I sign up?   

Pick up a registration from in the parish office or back of Church

 

Cost:

$40/missionary

(the first two children in a family are $40 each and any subsequent children in the same family are free)

 

For more information, contact Susan O'Connor at 461-2233. 

Protecting God's Children Workshop Information 

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. 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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Protecting God's Children Workshop

  

Pastoral Center (Palm Beach Gardens)

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

1:30 p.m. (2½ hours in length)

Call 561-775-9530 to register for workshop - space is limited

Adults only - please do not bring children

Red Cross Babysitting Class Information

One of our St. A's parents, Mrs. Jen Richmond, recently spoke with a representative at the Red Cross regarding a program called "Babysitting Boot Camp." It is a 2-day class from 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. held at their facility. The class is offered for young people 11-15 (boys are welcome, also). On the first day they go over basic childcare (feeding, bathing, changing, diapers, etc), how to be a responsible sitter, safety and such topics. On the second day, they go through the infant/child CPR program and receive their certificates at the end of the day. Lunch is provided. The cost is $130 for the 2 days.

 

If any parent is interested in having their child attend this training, the next session is being held either in Port St. Lucie or Vero Beach on June 28 & 29. They need a minimum of 6 attendees to go forward with a class. However, if there are at least 8 attendees, Red Cross can send a trainer to a location of our choice (on campus or other).  

 

If anyone is interested in attending this class at a location of our choice, please contact Mrs. Jen Richmond at (772) 473-1155 or jenmr729@bellsouth.net.

May 2011
May 2-6 - Teacher Appreciation Week
May 5 - Spring Band Concert
May 6 - PTO Classic 80s Dance Party & Classic Car Show
May 6 - Advisory Council Meeting, 7:30 a.m.
May 6 - Noon Dismissal
May 10 - Middle School Youth Group, Parish Center
May 10 - PTO Meeting, 7 p.m., Media Center
May 19 - Eighth Grade Farewell Mass
May 19 - Eighth Grade Luncheon
May 20 - Eighth Grade Graduation
May 24 - Pre-K Water Day
May 26 - Kindergarten Celebration/Last Day for Pre-K
May 27 - Last Day of School, Noon Dismissal
May 30 - Memorial Day
June 3 - Last Day for Teachers
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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
St. Anastasia Catholic School
Mission Statement

The St. Anastasia School and Church Community believe each student is a unique child of God, called to achieve excellence by nurturing the mind, body and spirit in the image and likeness of God.