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From the Heart
05/30/2013
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  • May 30 - Throwback Thursday: Wear clothes from a past generation!
  • May 30 - 8th Grade vs. Staff Volleyball Game
  • May 31 - Field Day (wear Family colors)
  • Jun 03 - End of Year Mom Mixer, K-3 grades, 520 on Main, 7-8:30pm
  • Jun 04 - End of Year Mom Mixer, 4-8 grades, 520 on Main, 7-8:30pm
  • Jun 04 - 8th Grade Book Return
  • Jun 05 - 5th Grade Field Trip, Safeco Field, 9am-3:30pm
  • Jun 07 - All School Mass, dress uniform required, 9am
  • Jun 12 - 8th Grade Talk with Mr.Murphy
  • Jun 12 - 8th Grade Clap-out, 2:50pm
  • Jun 12 - School Commission Meeting, 6:30-8pm
  • Jun 21 - Last Day of School, 10:30am dismissal 

 

 

From the Office

Student Council Election Results

Congratulations to all of the students who ran for office this year. We had a great group of students who delivered impressive speeches. We are fortunate to have all of their talents here at Sacred Heart School. Our Student Council leadership for next year will be:

President-Riva Tobin    VP-Rachel Wang   Secretary-Claire Russell   Treasurer-Julia Durbin
Sports-Max Riva   Activities-Emma Cooney  Spirit-Sophia Daigle

 

WIN A PIZZA AND ICE CREAM PARTY FOR YOUR CHILD'S GRADE!

Parents' Club has created a survey and is hosting a pizza and ice cream party for the grade that turns in the most responses.  These surveys are very important for us to get your feedback and to let us know what you think on important topics, so we need everyone's participation! The deadline for taking the survey is next Monday, June 3rd at 9:00 a.m. We greatly value your participation. 

Many Thanks!  - Parents' Club (Joanne Barber, Roxane Barkley, Katie Rossmeissl, Linda Michael, Julie Huard, Angie Taylor and Julie Chandler)

 

Buddy Families NEEDED

The SHS Buddy Family program is an essential program for new families.  We have around 40 new families (1st year families) enrolling in Sacred Heart next fall and we need "experienced" families (mentors) who can be a supportive resource and help navigate a new family through their first year.  We ask that a Mentor Family forward e-mails about upcoming events, answer basic questions about policies and connect them with other families in our community.  Pre-K thru 8th grade new families need your help!  If you have any questions or are ready to sign up - please contact our 2013-2014 Buddy Family Coordinator Debbie Smith and she will be happy to work with you.  Thank you for considering being a part of this important program at SHS!

 

From the Health Room

For Field Day:  Everyone is looking forward to field day being a day of great fun and school spirit. Please remember the following;

SHS is providing these foods & drinks:  Garlic Jim's nut-free pizza (regular & gluten-free), goldfish snacks, fruit rollups, water & powerade.

Students and teachers ARE NOT to bring any snacks or candy!

Bring a labeled water bottle to stay hydrated!

Have parents apply sunscreen at home-if necessary!

 

Immunizations Required for School Year 2013-14:

When students first enroll at SHS, parents are required to submit a WA State Certificate of Immunization Status (CIS).  On the CIS, parents provide the dates that all required immunizations were received. Student CIS forms are kept in the health room and updated as additional immunizations as required.  

For 2013-14 school year, students entering 6th grade and kindergarten are required to receive the following immunization(s):

 

6th graders:

Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis  (Tdap, Td)

 

Kindergarten:

# 4 in series of polio # 5 in series of Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis

# 2 in series of Mumps, Measles and Rubella (MMR) # 2 in series of Varicella (Chickenpox)

 

Parents should not submit a new CIS form but instead should send me an email providing the date(s) that these additional immunization(s) were received. This information will be recorded on a student's original CIS form.

If a student cannot or will not receive these required immunization(s), parents must submit the WA State Exemption form available on school website. The Exemption Form requires the signature of both a parent and the child's physician.

 

If you have any questions, please send an email to AnnMarie Thompson or call 425-451-1773 x127

 

SUMMER SKILLS

Math

Each summer we require our students to practice and maintain the skills that they have learned this year in Math.  Students who do nothing over the summer, fall behind and lose the progress they have gained.  Please let your child's teacher know by the end of the school year, which option you are choosing for this summer.

 

Option A:  Summer Math Skills Sharpener 

-Hard Copy Math Review booklet we have used in the past.

-Order online at this website  

-$20 includes shipping directly to your home

-Order the grade level that your child is currently completing.

-All new students are required to do this option.

 

Option B:  Math Whizz and Xtra Math

-Students continue to access their accounts at home during the summer.

-Need to log on at least 45 minutes a week for Math Whizz and 3 times a week    for Xtra Math to see growth.

-Progress is monitored and growth is tracked.  Teachers are able to use this  data to prepare for September.

-No Cost

 

Option C:  Weekly Tutoring 

- if preferred or already in place or another program to be approved by Mrs.    Lawler

�         -New students may choose this option.

 

Some parents have decided to have their child do both Option A and B.  That is fine, but not required.  Please e-mail Mrs. Lawler or your child's teacher if you have any questions.

 

Reading

We are still reviewing the requirements for summer reading, but will not be making any drastic changes to what was required last year.  Please look for specific information in the FTH and on the website no later than the first week of June.

 

 

Uniform Reminder

As the weather warms (at least on some days) we see more students wearing shorts. Please remember, only solid white, navy, or green color socks or tights may be worn with the uniform. Navy ankle-length leggings with matching ankle socks may also be worn.

 

Accreditation Review

Our staff has finished the second draft of our accreditation self-study. It is now posted to the website for your review. This is a lengthy document, so you may not want to tackle the whole thing. Instead, try reading just a section or two that appeals to you. Please send any comments, questions etc. to Ms. Gray.  We want and appreciate your feedback.  - Mr. Burroughs

 

Hiring Update

We have progress to the second phase of hiring for our open teaching positions by asking candidates to teach demonstration lessons for the committee to review. I hope to have more news for you next week. - 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

 

ESS Signup for 2013-14 School Year

It's that time already! Please click here to download the ESS paperwork for next school year. Hard copies are also available at the front desk. Please submit your application to the front office or to a member of the ESS team by May 24th.  - Amy Davis

 

Lost and Found

The lost and found closet is overflowing. Additionally the front office has a pretty scarf from grandparent's day, many pairs of prescription glasses, (including 3 of the exact same), and misc jewelry. Please come look for any lost items. Thank you.

 

 

From the Development Office

Facebook

As the end of the school year approaches, be sure to check out the Sacred Heart School Facebook page for up-to-date information on what is happening around the school and over the summer.

 

Annual Fund

Don't forget to get your Annual Fund pledges in. The deadline is fast approaching as we enter into the end of the school fiscal year. We are counting on your pledges to meet our budget for the 2012/13 school year. If you do not know where you currently stand with your pledge or haven't been able to fulfill your pledge to date, reminders will be sent via email on Friday, May 31. If you have already submitted your payment, you will not receive an email. Thank you all for this very important commitment to Sacred Heart School.

 

 

From Parents Club

Please make an effort to turn in your

Jog-a-thon at this time they are now past due.

 

Flexible Fundraising required spending of $225 is due by 6/1/13.  Final balances will be sent to all families by the end of June.

 

 

Sacred Heart CYO News

CYO Soccer Registration - Normal Registration Ends TOMORROW!

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:

 

 

Dates

Cost

Registration

May 1-31

$85 (per child); $75 for each child after the first

Late Registration

June 1-21

$100 (per child); $90 for each child after the first

 

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.


 CYO Camp 2    Check out the CYO Camp Summer 2013 brochure.and click here to register today!   
 Activities

Holy Names Summer Sports Camps

Information & Registration 

 

2013 O'Dea Basketball Camp

 

2013 O'Dea Football Camp

 

Seattle Prep Summer Prep

Information & Registration 

Email Jenell Kheriaty with questions.

 

Eastside Catholic Summer Camps

 

 

 From the Parish

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 TOMORROW 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.

 

 

From the Heart is published weekly during the school year on Thursdays.  If you have content to include in future newsletters please obtain administration permission, and then send to Tracy Takeuchi, by Tuesday night.

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