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From the Heart
10/03/2013
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Key Dates     
 
  • Oct 04 - All School Mass, 8:45am, full uniform

  • Oct 06 -Blessing of Animals by Fr Steve,1pm, front of church

  • Oct 06 - CYO XC Final K-3rd Grade, 2:30p (ck-in 2pm), Lower Woodland
  • Oct 09 - "Safe Environment" class, 6:30pm, Moore Theatre
  • Oct 09 - School Commission Meeting, 6:30pm
  • Oct 13 - CYO XC Final 4-8th Grade, 1p (ck-in 12:30pm), Lower Woodland
  • Oct 24-25 - Fall Conferences, No School, No ESS
  • Oct 30 - Trunk or Treat, lower parking lot, 6-7pm
  • Nov 01 - All Saint Day Mass, 8:45am, full uniform for 4th-8th. PK-3 come as a saint
  • Nov 01 - Saints Day Parade, after mass
  • Nov 06 - Picture Retakes
  • Nov 11 - No School, Veterans Day
  • Nov 13 - School Commission Meeting, 6:30pm
  • Nov 27 - Early Dismissal, 11:45am
  • Nov 28-29 -No School, Thanksgiving Holiday  

 

 

 

 

From the Office

Fall Conferences

The dates for our Fall Goal Setting Conferences have been set for Thursday, Oct. 24th with the first conference being at 11:30am and the last conference starting at 7:05pm. Friday,October 25th with the first conference being at 9am and the last conference starting at 3:15pm. Please note, while students in 1st - 8th are expected to attend conferences with their parents, there is no school on these days.

  • Families with students in PK-5th Grade will be receiving an email from their child's teacher asking them to sign up for their child's conference; each conference is set for 20 minutes; please sign-up for one slot only. As a reminder, in grades 1st - 5th, students lead at least some portion of the conference, so please choose a time that works for both you and your child.
  • Middle School (6th - 8th) Conferences will be held in the Gym, but no sign-ups are needed. In the next couple of weeks, middle school students will be identifying two classes that offer them the greatest opportunity for growth (e.g., language arts, math, Spanish, music). The students will use data (e.g., test scores, grades, number of missing assignments) to help them make their selection. After identifying the two classes and confirming their choice with their homeroom teacher, that information will be sent on to the teachers they have identified as well as to you, their parents. During middle school conferences, parents of middle school students must meet with the two teachers their child identified and may meet with any others that they choose.

As always, if you have questions/concerns, are uncertain about something or need help, please do not hesitate to contact your child's teacher(s) anytime by phone or email.

- Mr. Burroughs and Ms. Gray

 

Bullying Definition

We are in the process of updating our handbook and one of the items we looked at first was our definition of Bullying. The guidance program Mrs. Boyd has developed and supported in the classroom comes from the Committee for Children. We felt it was important to have a definition that was "student-centered", so what we came up with is, "Bullying is mean or hurtful behavior that keeps happening. Bullying is not safe, respectful, or kind and it is against Sacred Heart School rules." As Mrs. Boyd is working with her students, she is also reminding them that that they are capable of Recognizing, Reporting, and Refusing bullying; students at Sacred heart School are asked to pledge to be powerful bystanders who can make a difference in our community.

- Mr. Burroughs and Ms. Gray

 

ITBS/CogAT Testing

We are preparing for our standardized testing, the Iowa Test of Basic Skills in grades 2nd - 8th and CogAT in grades 3, 5 and 7 and I want to make sure everyone is aware of the testing days. We will be testing  Tuesday, Oct. 15th thru Wednesday, Oct. 23rd and Monday, Oct. 28th thru Wednesday, Oct. 30th.  Please try to avoid making any appointments during this time period, we have a limited testing window and it can be difficult to find time to make up tests that were missed. Thank you in advance for your help.  - Ms. Gray

 

PK-3 All Saints Day Parade

In an attempt to put some minds at ease, we have made some changes to our annual All Saints Day Parade for students in PK-3. Each year we ask the PK-3 students to pick a saint that they would like to "dress-up" as. Over the years we have seen some wonderful costumes; however, the goal of the parade is for students to learn a few things about a saint and to share these with the school community.

This year, since are focusing on the lives of the saints as a school, we have asked each teacher to create a Sign-Up Genius for their Saints Parade; parents will be asked to log-in and indicate which saint their child will be coming as so that there will be no duplicates in a class (i.e. 2A). This year, we encourage you, as the parents of these wonderful saints, to think of simpler, but equally clever, ways for your children to represent their saint. Create a simple sash with the saint's name using a fabric marker or glitter pen. Students do not need to wear costumes, but if they would like to, have your son wear a bathrobe or your daughter wear their princess costume from Halloween. Students can also carry a prop that represents their saint - a stuffed animal for Saint Francis of Assisi or roses for St. Therese of Lisieux.

What we would like all students to have is 3 facts about their saint; this might be 3 words or 3 sentences, depending on the age. We will begin our All Saints Day celebration this year with Mass at 8:45am in the church on Nov1st, after mass our PK-3 students will "parade" in front of the altar and share the facts about their saint.     

- Ms. Gray

 

Safe Environment Training "Called to Protect" Class

Kari Boyd will be teaching a "Called to Protect" class in the Moore Theatre on Wednesday, October 9th, at 6:30pm. All parents who volunteer at the school and have contact with children must take this class within 90 days of beginning their service.  All volunteers who have previously taken this class must complete an annual online update. To register for this class or complete an online annual update click here.

 

Memorial of Saint Francis of Assisi

Please join us on Friday, October 4th as we celebrate the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi. Saint Francis (1182-1226), "As the son of a wealthy Assisi merchant was destined for grand homes, exquisite clothing, and fine food. After a conversion experience he relinquished the trappings of this world to minister to lepers and preach to the spiritually hungry. His home was the earth; his clothing was humility; and his identity, that of an impoverished beggar seeking God. Many young men joined Saint Francis in this new way of life, leading to the foundation of the frati minori ('lesser brothers'), which eventually became known as the Friars Minor. He is perhaps one of the most popular saints in Church history, due to his love of creation exemplified in his famous 'Canticle of the Sun.' Pope Pius XI described Saint Francis as alter Christus, meaning 'another Christ.'"(2013 Sourcebook for Sundays, Seasons, and Weekdays, 288).

 

Blessing of Animals

Fr. Steve will celebrate a Blessing of Animals on Sunday, October 6th, at 1:00 PM. You are invited to bring your household pets-on leashes, in carriers, cages, boxes or fishbowls. This blessing is traditionally done on or near the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi (October 4th) since he is well known for his love of animals. The blessing will take place on the plaza in front of the church (in case of bad weather, the blessing will take place in the narthex).

 

Update on Archbishop Brunett

As you may have heard from your children, Archbishop Brunett, retired Archbishop of Seattle, suffered a stroke on September 13th. He was recently transferred to a facility where he will receive nursing care and rehabilitation. News from the Archdiocese is that Archbishop Brunett is progressing in his recovery and the doctors remain hopeful about his recovery. Each of our classes sent beautiful cards letting him know we were praying for him. He still has a long way to go, but is grateful for all the prayers that have been offered on his behalf.

- Mr. Burroughs and Ms. Gray

 

October is the Month of the Holy Rosary

Take this opportunity to pray together as a family. What if you've never prayed the Rosary or haven't in a long time? Do you feel like you can't make the time? Try this simple guide. Try praying together one decade each night. The best way to teach our children about the importance of our faith is to pray together with them. - Mr. Burroughs and Ms. Gray

 

Welcome to the Yi Family

We are so excited to announce we have a brand new family that joined our SHS community this week! The Yi Family just moved here from California and we are blessed to welcome Ryan in Kindergarten (Mrs. Davis' class) and Taylor in 2nd grade (Ms. Elsner's class.)

  

Occupational Therapist

As part of supporting the needs of our students we have a variety of professionals who are part of our teaching team. One of them is the Occupational Therapist or "OT". This year on campus we have Jessica McMurdie OTR/L owner of Stepping Stones Occupational Therapy and Alexa Anderson OTR/L.

  • An Occupational Therapist helps children in the following areas of school functioning:
  • Handwriting skills: holding a pencil, handwriting legibility, speed and writing endurance.
  • Fine motor skills: moving objects within the hand, drawing and cutting.
  • Gross motor skills: running, jumping, ball skills and general participation in physical activities.
  • Sensory processing abilities: Could problems interpreting and organizing sensory input cause the child to behave inappropriately or cause other difficulties in school, such as disorganization and inattention? Is he/she overly sensitive to things or doesn't seem to notice?
  • Self-care skills: dressing for outside, using utensils, organizing backpack and materials, opening snack containers and shoe tying.

Your child's teacher will talk with you if she has a specific concern about your child's progress in the above areas and a referral can be made for further assessment and treatment. Individual student screenings will be provided only when a teacher or parent specifically requests that the occupational therapist screen their student. Screenings are free of charge. How would I know if my child may need occupational therapy? Click here for checklist.  Also, a parent consent form will need to be signed in order for the occupational therapist to talk to your child's teacher and interact with your child during this initial assessment.

Visit the Stepping Stones website to learn more or e-mail Jessica directly or call 425-502-9440(office), 425-443-4831(direct)

 

Uniform Clarification on Pants and Shorts

With our first Free Dress Day behind us, we received there were a couple of things we need to clarify.  Leggings can be worn on Free Dress days if they are worn with a long top or under shorts, a skirt or dress.  Sweatpants cannot ever be worn unless there is a health exemption on file.

 

Family Life Program Information

To learn more about the Family Life program and some of the resources available, you can go to the RCL Benziger website.  Off to the right there will be three photos, starting with a picture for Program Director.  If you scroll down, there is a picture for Parent/Family, if you click on that picture, it should take you to the resource page.  The username is: flfamily and the password is: flrclbf01.

 

New Directory Insert

We are working on the new 2013-2014 School Directory and anticipate that it will be finished soon. We will let you know ASAP when the inserts are complete and how they will be distributed.

 

From the Auction Committee

  2013 Auction Banner  

 

A unique occasion to support our school and your business!

 

Multiple Sponsorship Opportunities available just for your business size!

 

School Directory, Gala Auction, Online Auction or

Banner presence available.

 

Please contact Teresa Daigle or Laurie Sergeeff with your interest!

 

 

From Parents Club

  ShopWithScrip

   

Scrip is off to a great start this year! Don't delay! Fill out your family Scrip Registration and make it even easier with Presto Pay!

  

Please Note:  If your family is paying by check delivery to SHS, scrip orders cannot be processed each week if payment isn't received by 12:30pm Tuesday.

 

  

 

 

  

 

 

 

Sign up your vehicle for a fantastic night of community fun Trunk or Treat!

 

Decorate your car, wear costumes and bring a giveaway item! (Examples; inexpensive toy, party favors, candy, or other clever ideas!) More Trunk or Treat details on our SHS website

 

  

 

Sacred Heart CYO News

Sign up for Spartans Basketball!!  UPDATED REGISTRATION DATES

Grades 4 - 8

It's time for CYO basketball registration! All students in grades 4 - 8 at SHS and in the Parish are welcome to join us for the 2013-2014 basketball season.  No experience required, only the desire to learn and have fun! 

Registration is online and registration deadlines are as follows:

 

Dates

Cost

Registration

NOW - Oct 11th

$95 (per child); $85 for each child after the first

Late Registration

Oct. 12th - Oct. 18th

$145 (per child); $135 for each child after the first

 

Scholarships are available through CYO, contact Kim Schaefer, Sacred Heart 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 Bridget Darrow or call (425) 761-0770. 

 

CYO Night - Seattle Prep Panther Volleyball

The Seattle Prep Volleyball Team invites all CYO Volleyball players and coaches to come out and enjoy an evening of

high school volleyball, Seattle Prep vs. Bishop Blanchet. Players, bring your ASB card and show it to the people at the door. Treats will be given to the first 25 players to show up. Come see and experience the thrill of high school volleyball.

When: Thursday October 17th

Game Time: 7:00 pm

Where: Seattle Prep Gym

             2400 11th Ave. East, Seattle, WA 98102

 

Activities

   

A Night at the Museum

Join Sacred Heart families from PreK to 3rd grade at Kids Quest for A Night at the Museum! Save the date for November 17, 2013 from 5:30-8pm.   KidsQuest is a hands-on, interactive children's museum that encourages a love of learning through play with an emphasis on science, art and technology. KidsQuest encourages whole-family learning and invites you to explore, play and learn together. KidsQuest's exhibits are geared toward children from birth to age ten and their families. Throughout the museum there are many different activities to investigate, including special staff-guided activities. A special thanks goes to the Kowalski Family for their generous contribution and dedication to make this event possible!   There will be a nominal fee to attend the event. Invitation and details to follow. Please be on the look out for the special invitation to all the PreK through 3rd grade families.

 

 

Holy Family Parish School 7th & 8th Grade Dance

Friday - October 11th, 7-9pm $10

Holy Family Cafeteria

7300 120TH Ave NE, Kirkland

- Drop off in back parking lot

Please bring your ASB Card to enter with the attached permission slip

or have a parent check you in!

Invited Schools: St. Louise, St. Brendan, St. Joseph Issaquah, Sacred Heart, St. Monica, and Forest Ridge

Reminder: Students must follow the Holy Family School guidelines for free dress:

No bare midriffs, no tank tops, no halter-tops, no sagging or bagging pants, no skimpy skirts.

Students who arrive in inappropriate attire will be asked to wear a t-shirt while at the dance.

No cell phone use in the cafeteria. Phone calls may be made in the lobby.

  

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