2013-14 SERVICE JOB SIGN-UPS!

It's time to sign up for a service job you'd like for next year!  We're looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow morning, Friday, May 17th from 8-9am in the library for the 2013-14 Service Job Sign-ups.  You will find more information about the different Service Jobs on our website 

Staff Changes

I want to let everyone know that we will have some changes in our school staff next year. These jobs have been posted and we have already begun the process of hiring new staff. For all hiring, a committee of five to six administrators and teachers review applications, conduct interviews and then review videotaped observation lessons before making a final selection. This is a rigorous and careful process which has resulted in terrific hires in the past and I am confident will do so again. I will let you know as soon as we have hired for any of these positions. If you know someone who might be interested in applying, please have them go the website to begin the application process.  - Mr. Burroughs

• Rosemarie Engman will be moving from 4th grade to teach the Academic Resource Class in middle school as well as some other middle school classes.
• Cassi McDougall, who has been our long-term music substitute and band teacher this year will return next year as a regular part of our staff.
• Sue Degioia, one of our kindergarten teachers, will not be returning to Sacred Heart School next year.
• Finally, Claudia Jorissen has announced her decision to retire from regular teaching after more than 40 years as a high school and middle school teacher. She has let me know that she will continue to sub for us in the future.  

Please volunteer for SHS Field Day - Friday, May 31st

This year the SHS Field Day will be held on Friday, May 31st from 8:30am to 3pm. 

SHS Field day is a wonderful day of activities. The student families get to compete in a variety of fun events (volleyball, capture the flag, running relay, long jump, water relay, softball, soccer, kickball, and ping pong ball relay). It is a fantastic opportunity for the students to show their "Sportsmanship" and "Team Spirit" and for the parents to volunteer and participate in the fun!

We are looking for over 50 parent volunteers to assist with the day's activities, be event runners, and serve lunch.

Volunteer Shifts Available

• Full Day - Morning and Afternoon Activities, Scorekeepers and Runners
• 8:15am to 11:30am - Morning Activities and Runners
• 11:30am to 12:30pm - Lunch Volunteers
• 12:15pm to 3:15pm - Afternoon Activities and Runners

Those interested in volunteering, please email Robert Treves with your shift availability and activity preference.  Please let us know if you have questions. Thank you in advance for you time and participation!

Sprit Week! May 27th-May 31st

Placement Requests for 2013-14

Placements requests for the 2013-14 school year need to be submitted by Friday, May 24th. 

**Requests received after May 24th will not be considered.**

As we approach the end of the year, it is important to remember that no one knows your child academically like his or her classroom teacher. This is why the classroom teachers are so fundamental to classroom placements for the following year. Our teachers work together to place your child in the classroom that will best meet his or her needs while also keeping an eye towards balance in terms or gender, academic strengths and styles, social issues (both in terms of students who may have trouble getting along and those who get along too well). I ask that you put your trust in your children's teachers in this important and challenging process. They, like you, have your child's best interest at heart and have spent most of a year getting to know each one.  

If you still believe it is important for you to provide input process the placement process, the Placement Request form is available on our website. 

- Mr. Burroughs 

From The Service Board - Class Community Coordinators for 2013-14 Needed

Thank you for those of you who took on the new role of Class Community Coordinator this year, the position has been an overwhelming success!  Faculty and parents alike have provided positive feedback to the Administration.  We are looking for volunteers who are interested in taking on this service job for the 2013-2014 academic year.

• Each Grade will have two "Class Community Coordinators" who will work as a team to support their Grade's Teaching Team and parent community; the specifics for the position will differ for each grade.  The CCCs should be comfortable with email, SignUpGenius.com, interacting with Teachers, Administration, fellow parents and members of the Community.  This positions runs from June of this year through June of next year.

If you would like to be considered for the role of CCC for a particular grade please email Connie Gray

6th and 7th Grade Parents

Your child is invited to attend the optional trip to Washington, DC during spring break of 2014 (April 20-25).  This trip is offered every other year to Sacred Heart 7th and 8th graders.  Gena McReynolds, leader of 17 student trips, will again organize this adventure, along with School Tours of America.  She has taken over 700 students to our nation's capital.

There will be a parent informational meeting on Thursday, May 23, at 6:30 pm.  Registration materials will be available at the meeting.  Sign up by July 1 to receive the 2013 price.

In addition to Washington, DC, we will be going to Jamestown and Colonial Williamsburg.  Sacred Heart teachers/staff will chaperone with a ratio of 1:10.

Hopefully your child can join us for this trip of a lifetime!

ESS Signup for 2013-14 School Year

Over the next few weeks I will be writing in the From the Heart  about the items that were discussed at the State of the School meeting. I will break it in to pieces in order to avoid the From the Heart becoming too long. 

- Mr. Burroughs

Parties, Parties, Parties!

There are only a few weeks left to sign up for the Auction Parties.

DON'T MISS OUT IN THE FUN!!!

Laser Tag & Pig Roast at Overlake Farm in Bellevue - June 9th

Kindergarten Pals Day at the Park - June 11th

8th Grade Pizza and Movie Night - September 1st

To sign up online Click Here

Join Us on Facebook!

Our Facebook community is growing and we want to invite you to add Sacred Heart School to your Facebook account. Recent posts include Jog-a-thon, Grandparents Day, Teacher of the Year and Staff of the Year, and more. We will continue to update our page throughout the school year and over the summer. If you have photos or video that you would like us to include on our page, please contact Theresa Daigle.

Update on Annual Fund

Thank you to everyone who has currently fulfilled their Annual Fund pledge for the 2012/2013 school year. At this time we are 67% of our Annual Fund goal ($225,000). The budgeted goal was based on the pledges made by our community during the registration process last year. If you are not sure where you stand with your pledge, please contact Theresa Daigle. All Annual Fund pledges are due June 28 and are completely tax deductible. Annual Fund is a vital part of our budget to provide the highest quality education for your children.  Thank you for all you do to support our school with your time, treasure and talents.

Please make an effort to turn in your

Jog-a-thon pledges in by

 Tomorrow - Friday May 17th  

Scrip, Magazineand Jog-a-thon

Save the Date!

Parents Club and the 520 on Main is hosting a Sacred Heart "End of the Year, Mom Mixer"

Monday June 3rd, Kindergarten- 3rd grade 7-8:30pm

Tuesday June 4th, 4th grade - 8th grade 7-8:30pm

CYO Soccer Registration

Grades 1-8

It's time for Fall CYO soccer registration! All students entering grades 1 - 8 in the Fall at SHS and in the Parish are welcome to join us for the 2013 soccer season.  No experience required, only the desire to learn and have fun!  Registration is online and registration deadlines are as follows:

For those who miss the normal and late registration periods, there will be an opportunity to register during the last week of August and the first two weeks of September (8/26 -9/15).  Registration acceptance is at the discretion of the soccer coordinators and will be handled on a case-by-case basis, as space permits.  The late registration fee of $100 + a $50 (one time charge per family) administration fee will apply.  Families new to the school and/or Parish are not subject to the late fees.

Scholarships are available through CYO, contact Kim Schaefer, Athletic Director.

Coaches and assistant coaches are always needed and appreciated. This year we are continuing our policy - if you coach or assistant coach we will refund your child's registration fee at the end of the season (max 2 per team). For any questions on what this entails please e-mail:

·         Tom McCabe -  Grades 1-3

·         John Tobin -  Grades 4-8

Kindergarten

Kindergarten soccer registration is open from May 1st until August 30th.   The Kindergarten program is a great tradition to introduce our children to team sports and the great Sacred Heart community.   The fee is $30 per child and you can register online.  If you are interested in coaching, please state that during registration or feel free to email Brian Jacobsen stating this or with any other questions you have regarding the Kindergarten Soccer program.

Check out the CYO Camp Summer 2013 brochure.

Or, click here to register today!

Holy Names Summer Sports Camps

Information and applications for all four Cougar summer sports camps are available on the HNA website. Click here or look for the link on the HNA homepage. Advance enrollment is strongly encouraged; camps fill up quickly:

Basketball: June 17-21, June 24-27 - Open to girls in grades 4-8 and incoming HNA 9th graders.

Crew: Four sessions, June 24-August 22 - Open to girls ages 10-17.

Soccer: July 8-10 - Open to girls in grades 7-8 and incoming HNA 9th graders.

Volleyball: July 22-25 - Open to girls grades 6-8 and incoming HNA 9th graders.

Information & Registration form

Summer Prep: Inspiring Camps for Middle School Students

Seattle Prep invites all current 5th, 6th and 7th grade students (rising 6th, 7th, and 8th graders) to participate in Summer Prep!  Summer Prep camps are one week long and are run by experienced Seattle Prep teachers and coaches. Half-day and full-day options are available.  Visit the website for the schedule, camp catalog, and online registration.  Email Jenell Kheriaty with questions.

Eastside Catholic Summer Camps

Registration is now open!

Junior Football Camp - July 8-10, 1-4pm, $90

Focus is on fun and fundamentals for grades K-8th. Participants will learn the same offensive and defensive techniques that are taught by coaches in high school, college and the NFL. Youth will receive personal attention in both individual and team instruction to help improve their skills and leadership abilities. No football experience necessary

Eastside Catholic Junior Cheer Camp - July 8-10, 1-4pm, $90

Every camper will learn team routines, numerous cheers and jumps and even a few dances. Participants will be invited to a future Eastside Catholic varsity football game to join the ECHS Varsity Cheerleaders. No cheer experience necessary

Service Opportunity

Sacred Heart Church is in need of additional altar servers. For middle school students, altar serving counts towards your community service hours. Please contact the parish office to find out about training opportunities or to get on the altar server schedule if you are already trained. 

- Mr. Burroughs

Kingdom Rock VBS Registration Closes May 31st

June 24th- 28th 9am-12pm

Children (Kindergarteners by 9-1-13) through 5th grade can join in the fun!  Registration began January 1, 2013 and all registration must be in by May 31st!  There will be no late registrations! The cost of VBS is $75.00 per child.  Children who have a parent volunteer, an Adult Station Leader at camp, your fee will be $30.00 per child. You can register online and pay at the Parish Office. Registrations are not complete until the fee is paid. Click here to register NOW.

Adult volunteers earn discounted registration and preschool childcare will be provided for volunteers!  Please e-mail Kathryn Ramous with any questions or call 425-450-3912.