St. Anastasia Catholic School Newsletter 08.31.11

August 31, 2011

In This Issue

Firefighters' Honor Day

Family & Business Directory

Back to School Nights

Liturgy News

Parent/Student Handbook

Changes to the Parent/Student Handbook

All School Mass

Art Department News

Fifth Grade

Pre-K Post

Fourth Grade News

Sports News

Lunch News

PTO News

Uniform Store News

Church News

CCW News

Volunteering Information

Protecting God's Children Workshops

Scouting News

Diocese News

Financial Peace University

August

September

October

Quick Links

About

News

Calendar

Shop with Scrip

Recipe for Success!

Magazine Drive pics Our St. Anastasia Catholic School 2011 Magazine Drive begins this Friday, Sept. 2 and has all the necessary "ingredients" needed for a successful fundraiser. Our "Recipe for Success" includes:

18 Days of Magazine Sales;
20 Exciting Prizes with 6 Prize Days;
6 Turn-In Days including 1 Sub-Net Post Card Day;
2 Opportunities for Jeans Days;
2 Hershey's Bar Days;
18 Mechanical Pigs;
2 Trophies;
3 Awesome Top Seller Prizes;
All of Your Enthusiasm and Participation; and
A Dash of a New, "Secret Ingredient" to make the Magazine Drive exciting! Our "Secret Ingredient" this year is the addition of Mrs. Fields Cookie Dough as part of the Drive! Yumm-O!

Mix it all together and become a Master Chef as you follow this "Recipe for Success" 2011 St. Anastasia Catholic School Magazine Drive and Cookie Dough Fundraiser!

For a preview, or to start ordering online, visit www.qsp.com, click on "Shop Now" and enter in the School Code: 1095330. Make sure you enter the student's name as you complete the order. Catalogs and order forms will go home in Thursday's folder. Please contact Mrs. Trabulsy if you have any questions. She can be reached at 461-2232 or by e-mail at ltrabulsy@stanna.org.

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The schedule for Turn In Days and Prize Days is as follows:

Friday, September 2 - Kick off!

Monday, September 5 - Labor Day - No School

Tuesday, September 6 - Sub-Net Postcard Turn-In Day and Regular Turn-In Day

Wednesday, September 7 - Prize Day and Mrs. Fields Cookies to Top Classes from Sept. 6th Turn In Day (at lunch) (K-4 & 5-8).

Thursday, September 8 - Turn In Day (Jeans Day on Oct. 13 for 3 or more orders turned in)

Friday, September 9 - Prize Day

Monday, September 12 - Turn-In Day (Hershey Bar Day - One candy Bar per order turned in)

Tuesday, September 13 - Prize Day

Wednesday, September 14 - Turn In Day

Thursday, September 15 - Prize Day and Mrs. Fields Cookies to Top Classes from Sept.14th Turn In Day (at lunch) (K-4 & 5-8).

Friday, September 16 - Turn-In Day (Hershey Bar Day - One candy Bar per order turned in)

Monday, September 19 - Prize Day

Tuesday, September 20 - Final Turn in Day (Jeans Day on Oct. 14 with 3 or more orders turned in)

Wednesday, September 21 - Prize Day

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On Friday, October 14 we will celebrate the top sellers at a Pep Rally and Pig Race. The Really "PIG" Celebration will feature Mechanical Pig Race with the Top Sellers of each class. Each homeroom class with at least 30 magazine orders turned in will receive a pig for the race.

Prizes:

Best Dressed Pig - Class Trophy and Pig-Out Ice Cream Party

Pig Race Winner - Class Trophy and Make Your Own Sundae Party

Teacher of each winning class will earn $50 CASH!

The Top Seller Prizes:

1st Place - Xbox System

2nd Place - iPod shuffle

3rd Place - $50 Visa Gift Card

If we make our school goal of $40,000, the G2U (Games to You) Trailer will visit campus. Games2U takes you where no games have gone before with unique and interactive Video Game Theaters. The G2U Date will be determined.

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Again this year, you are welcome to donate magazines to our Library. Your child will receive credit for any donations. Here is a list of magazines they would love to have:

Kids Discover
National Geographic For Kids
Wild Animal Baby
ZooBooks
Your Big Backyard
Boy's Life
Sports Illustrated Kids
Newsweek
Time

Time for Kids

Discover
Smithsonian
Instructor
Catholic Digest
Parents

If you are interested in donating any of these magazines to the library, please contact Mrs. Camber at pcamber@stanna.org to ensure there are no duplications. Thank you!

Firefighters' Honor Day

To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks upon the U.S., St. Anastasia Catholic Church and School will honor St. Lucie County Firefighters from Station 1 on Friday, September 2 at 9 a.m. in the Parish Center. St. Lucie County Fire District Station 1 is the fire station whose coverage area includes St. Anastasia Church and School.

During the event, 1st grade students will thank firefighters for what they do for their community and give firefighters thank you letters. Students will sing a few songs.

Father George will then bless the firefighters and give them St. Florian medals. Catholic Christians uphold St. Florian as the patron saint of firefighters. During the Roman Empire, St. Florian served as a commander of the imperial army and was responsible for organizing firefighting brigades.

The firefighters are expected to bring one of their fire trucks to our school for display.

Thank you to the St. Anastasia PTO for providing breakfast for the firefighters that morning!

Family & Business Directory

St. Anastasia Catholic School is supportive of local businesses and our family-owned businesses. In fact, we would like to encourage our families to participate in the PTO Spaghetti Dinner and Business Expo on Tuesday, Oct. 11 at 5 p.m. in the auditorium.

The PTO is also coordinating and updating the 2011-12 Family and Business Directory with a goal of having the printed document available for distribution at the dinner. To have your business information included in this year's directory, please fill out the form attached here.

All families should make any necessary updates to the current directory by filling out the attached form. Both forms are due to the front office no later than Friday, Sept. 23.

In an effort to reduce the amount paperwork sent home in the Thursday folders, anyone wishing to promote a business or event will be given the opportunity to place flyers in the front lobby with prior approval from Dr. Hoeffner. We will allow copies of flyers to remain in the school lobby for up to two weeks.

Back to School Nights
Wednesday, August 31 from 7-8 p.m. Back to School Night for K-5 September 8 from 7-8 p.m. Back to School Night for 7-8 For a full list of events for the 2011-12 school year, please click here.

Homeroom Parents
All Homeroom Parents are invited to an informational meeting on Friday, Sept. 9 at 7:45 a.m. in the Media Center. If you have signed up to be a Homeroom Parent and can't attend this meeting, please contact Mrs. Trabulsy at ltrabulsy@stanna.org or 461-2232.

Parent/Student Handbooks

Parent/Student Handbooks are being sent home this week to our new families. Please let the school office know if you do not receive a copy of the handbook.

We ask that all new parents sign the "Parent Student Handbook Acknowledgement Form," located on page 47 of the handbook, and return the form to the school office.

Returning parents are asked to sign and return the "Parent Student Handbook Acknowledgement Form" that was included with the first newsletter of the year.

Diocesan policy requires a signed Family Acknowledgement Form to be kept on file each year for every family.

Corrections to the Parent/Student Handbook

Please note the following corrections and changes to the Parent/Student Handbook. Changes are in bold, italic, and underlined below or by clicking here:

1.         Page 8
Important Phone Numbers:
Correction: *Extended Care Emergency - Playground - 772-519-0935

2.         Page 12
Principal's List Recognition:
Addition: Recognition: One free dress day (date will be announced at the end of the quarter) and a St. Anastasia Honor Roll Cling for the car window. (Students will receive only one cling per year.)

3.         Page 19
Medication:
Students are not permitted to carry or distribute any prescription or non-
prescription drugs or treatments, including aspirin and cough drops, on the school grounds or at any school function.

4.         Page 24
Free Dress Day Attire:
Addition: Pants, jeans, Capri pants, skirts, and/or dresses must be below the knee and must be free of tears and holes.

Dress Code Violations
Correction: All students are expected to be in compliance with the dress code on a daily basis. Students who are out of uniform in an emergency may be excused without penalty once per quarter if the parents send a note to the teacher. If a note is not presented, students will be referred to the office. (Remove: and parents will be called.) Students who violate the dress code more than once per quarter may be required to wear a uniform on free dress days. Repeated violation of the dress code will necessitate more severe action in keeping with the St. Anastasia School policies.

All School Mass

We celebrated our first All School Mass on Tuesday, August 30. The mass was hosted by the faculty and staff and they performed a skit before Fr. George's homily. The theme of the mass was that we know we are all God's children and Jesus calls us to be "children of the light and children of the day." We are not meant to live in darkness, but in the light and love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We were encouraged to always try to reflect the light of our Risen Lord as we continue to encourage one another this year. The entire student body promised to pray for our 8th grade students as they embark on their final year at St. Anastasia Catholic School.

Art Department News

Ms. McCadden in the Art Department is in need of a VHS/DVD combo player. If you can donate one or have one you are not using at home, please contact Ms. McCadden at mmccadden@stanna.org.

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Art classes are again being offered to students in 4th through 8th grade by Ms. McCadden. The class will focus on advanced drawing skills and instruction in watercolor painting, oil painting and other art media. Class is each Monday from 3:00-4:30 p.m. and the cost is $20 per class. All supplies and a light snack are provided. If your child is interested in building their artistic abilities, please call Ms. McCadden 461-2232, ext. 123. You can also e-mail Ms. McCadden: mmccadden@stanna.org. Classes are set to begin on September 12th.

Fifth Grade News

Attention 5th grade parents! The 5th grade parent mass is Friday, Sept. 9 at 8:15 a.m. at St. Anastasia Catholic Church. (Change of date from what is on calendar). Parents are invited to join their children for mass and then for coffee, orange juice and donuts in the school's auditorium immediately following mass.

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5th grade journals

Students in Mrs. Springsteen's 5th grade class pose with their newly designed writing journals. They personalized them with photos, pictures from magazines and other embellishments that represent them. They will use these journals for personal narratives, quick writes and daily prompts. Mrs. Springsteen said, "The journals are so creative and unique...just like them!"

Pre-K Post
Attention Pre-K parents! Pre-K has its own class page on our website that gives you important information and updates about all the happenings in Pre-K. Click here to go to the Pre-K Post!

Fourth Grade News
Mrs. Steele's 4th grade classmates Ryan Busby and Julia DeMott wait for patiently and with great anticipation for St. A Live.

Sports News

Cheerleading Tryouts for Girls & Boys
Thursday, Sept. 8
3:15-5 p.m.

5th-8th Grade
Coach Shannon Hojnowski

Students should meet Mrs. Hojnowski at 3:15 p.m. in the back of the auditorium. P.E. uniforms and athletic shoes should be worn. Parents may pick up their children at 5:15 p.m. at the pavilion.

Reminder: All students in grades 5-8 who wish to participate in sports must submit a current physical to the office. The form to be filled out for participation is located on the school's website at www.stanna.org. Students do not have to have the physical before team tryouts, but they must have the forms on file at the school office to participate in an official game. Please contact Janice Lynch at jlynch@stanna.org or 461-2232 if you have any questions.

Lunch News

Just a reminder: It is time to load your child's St. A's Payment account for lunch and aftercare. Click here to put money on your child's account. New students can get their Student ID number by calling the School Office at (772) 461-2232.

New this year, all parents must load their student's account via the website. The office staff is no longer able to load the accounts.

The School Lunch program, provided again this year by Big Apple Pizza, began today. The lunch menu will go to an "A" Week and "B" Week beginning with "A" Week on Wednesday, August 24. Click here for the "A" Week menu and click here for the "B" Week menu. Please print a copy for reference. Thank you!

PTO News

New PTO Logo

The first PTO meeting of the year is Tuesday, Sept. 6 at 7:45 a.m. in Room 211 of the Media Center.

Mark your calendars for the PTO Spaghetti Dinner and Business Expo on Tuesday, Oct. 11 form 5-7 p.m. PTO is looking for a chairperson for this event. If you are interested, please contact Mrs. Cathy Langel at 772-215-2255.

Uniform Store News

Regular hours began August 30

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

7:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

St. Anastasia Church News

Last chance!!

The Third Annual St. Anastasia Golf Tournament at the Legacy Golf and Tennis Club in the PGA Village in the Reserve is Saturday, September 10, 2011. Registration is currently underway. Only 4 team spots remain! Single players are $125 and a team of four is $500.

A special THANK YOU to our Sponsors:

Gulfstream Logo

Sponsorships are also available. Click here for information.

If you are interested in donating a raffle item, please contact Theresa Rondeau at the rectory office at 461-2233.

The proceeds of this Tournament will benefit St. Anastasia School!

St. Anastasia Church Council of Catholic Women News

A note from CCW President Karina Priest:

The first CCW meeting of the year is Saturday, September 17th at 9:30 a.m., right after the morning mass. Come join this wonderful group of women whose mission is to support, empower and educate all Catholic women in spirituality, leadership and service. As Father George said during the school's orientation, let's all come together as a family and support our wonderful Parish.

CCW meetings are once a month on Saturdays after the morning mass babysitting is available along with coffee and snacks. Come be part of this group as we begin our new year of events. Some of the activities for this year include: Days of Reflection, Fashion Show, Victorian Tea Party, bake sales, praying the rosary together and more. If you have any questions, please call Karina Priest, CCW President at 561-329-4515 or karinapriest@gmail.com.

I look forward to seeing you at the meetings. Come join us and make new lasting friendships. Thanks and God Bless!!

Volunteer Information

How Do I Become an Approved Volunteer or Field Trip Chaperone?

It is the policy of the Diocese of Palm Beach and St. Anastasia Catholic School to complete a background and fingerprint check on any parent/adult who wishes to be a volunteer at the school or a chaperone on school field trips.

Before a parent may volunteer or chaperone they must also

attend a Protecting God's Children workshop. Protecting God's Children is a workshop on child sexual abuse. The schedule of workshops is placed in the weekly newsletter.
read and sign the Diocese of Palm Beach Code of Pastoral Conduct for Church Personnel

Parents will not be approved to volunteer or chaperone until we have received the following:

1.   results of a fingerprint background check
2.   verification of attendance at a Protecting God's Children workshop
3.   a signed Code of Pastoral Conduct.

The background check is valid for 5 years.

Please call or send a note to the office if you would like to request a Volunteer Packet. The packet will be sent home with your child.

Protecting God's Children Workshop Information

The 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.

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Protecting God's Children Workshop

Holy Redeemer Church (Palm City)

Wednesday, August 31, 2011

6:30 p.m. (2 hours in length)

Please call 772-286-4590 to make a reservation

Adults only - please do not bring children

Holy Name of Jesus Church (West Palm Beach)

Thursday, September 1, 2011

6:30 p.m. (2½ hours in length)

Call 561-683-3555 to make a reservation

Adults only - please do not bring children

St. Helen's School (Vero Beach)

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

7:00 p.m. (2½ hours in length)

Please call 772-567-5457 to make a reservation

Adults Only - please so not bring children

St. Joan of Arc School (Boca Raton)

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

7:00 p.m. (2½ hours in length)

Please call 561-392-7974 ext 2954 or 2870 to make a reservation

Adults Only - please do not bring children

Pastoral Center (Palm Beach Gardens)

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

1:30 p.m. (2½ hours in length)

Call 1-561-775-9530 to make a reservation

Adults only - please do not bring children

You can also go to www.virtus.org to register for a workshop.

Click on "Registration" to begin the registration process.

Scouting News

Cub Scouts

If your son is in 1st thru 5th grade and you'd like him to join the St. Anastasia Cub Scout Troop, please send an email to Scott Johnson at ScottJohnson72@att.net. He will give you information and get the appropriate registration forms to you.

Diocese of Palm Beach News
The Diocese of Palm Beach is hosting a Grandparents Pilgrimage Mass celebrated by the Most Reverend Gerald M. Barbarito, Bishop of Palm Beach on October 22, 2011 at the 11 a.m. mass at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola. A reception will follow after the mass.

Financial Peace University

St. Anastasia Catholic Church parishioner Mrs. Rita Stikelether is working with Habitat for Humanity of St. Lucie County to facilitate the Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University course.

The classes will take place on Tuesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. at the Backus House on Second Street in Downtown Fort Pierce beginning on Sept. 13. The cost is $99. Mimi Ewan at Habitat for Humanity is registering participants. Contact her at (772) 464-1117.

This class is an opportunity to begin your journey to financial peace. According to Dave Ramsey, "If you will live like no one else, later you can LIVE like no one else!" For more information about the Financial Peace University, visit http://www.daveramsey.com/fpu/.

August 2011
August 31 - Back to School Night (K-5)

September 2011

September 2-20 - Magazine Drive
September 2 at 7:30 a.m. - School Advisory Council Meeting
September 2 - Firefighters' Honor Day
September 5 - No School, Labor Day
September 6 at 7:45 a.m. - PTO Meeting
September 8 - Back to School Night (7-8)
September 9 - 5th Grade Parent Mass
September 10 - 3rd Annual Golf Tournament
September 12 - 6th Grade Parent Mass
September 21 - Pinwheels for Peace
September 23 - 8th Grade Retreat, 7th & 8th Grade Dance & Pre-K Pirate Day
September 26 - 3rd-8th Grade Parent Conferences Begin
September 27 - 4th Grade Parent Mass
September 30 - Noon Dismissal

October 2011
October 4 at 7:45 a.m. - PTO Meeting October 6 at 2 p.m.-Living Rosary October 7 at 7:30 a.m.-School Advisory Council Meeting October 11-PTO Spaghetti Dinner & Business Fair October 18-Individual Photo Retakes October 20-End of 1st Quarter October 21-No School, Teacher Work Day October 24-K-2nd Parent Conferences Begin October 28-7th Grade Retreat, Pre-K Pumpkin Patch Day

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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.