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January 29, 2014

 

Dear Parents,

 

Wow--this frosty cold just doesn't seem to want to let go, does it?  Thank you for your patience and understanding during our school closings.

 

Thank you also for braving the weather to attend our Open House on Sunday.  It was an exciting day for me, especially because it gave me a chance to get to know all of you a little bit better.

 

The remainder of our special week includes dress-down days, including Pajama Day tomorrow for Student Appreciation Day, and Red & White Day, with students wearing their respective team's color for our sensational Red & White Games on Friday.  Can't wait for the games to begin!

 

Sincerely,

 

Margaret M. Hayes

Principal  
 
Please keep the St. Cletus School Annual Fund in mind when you make your charitable contributions.  Additional information about the 2013-14 Annual Fund Campaign is available at:  
  
Spring Auction and Gala, Saturday, March 8

       We need your help finding donations for the Spring Auction. We are looking for: sports tickets, golf outings or instruction, downtown Chicago restaurant(s), gift certificates, zoo/Shedd Aquarium experiences, photographers, tutoring services, and weekend escapes. Donation forms and more information about the Auction can be found on our Website.

NOTES AND REMINDERS
Red and White Games Schedule--Friday, January 31

       Red Team: Even-numbered homerooms

       White Team: Odd-numbered homerooms       

       Rooms 120 and 121: RED Team 

       Rooms 122 and 123: WHITE Team                

              All 1st grade   9:10-9:40 a.m.

              All 2nd grade  9:45-10:15 a.m.

              All 3rd grade  10:20-10:50 a.m.

              All 4th grade  10:55-11:25 a.m.

                               Lunch

              All 5th grade   12:25-12:55 p.m.

              All 6th grade    1:00-1:30 p.m.

              All 7th grade    1:30- 2:00 p.m.

              All 8th grade    2:00-2:40 p.m.

Erin Potts Invitational Volleyball Tournament

       We're gearing up to host this fifth annual event, held in Morrissey Hall from Friday, February 7, through Sunday, February 9. Local 7th and 8th grade teams will compete in this action-packed community effort that, again, promises loads of fun as athletes and families support an important cause--cancer awareness.

       This year, we're excited to announce "Scatter Kindness," a fund created in memory of Erin Potts through the Adventist Hinsdale Hospital Foundation. Going forward, proceeds from the tournament each year, as well as personal donations, will directly support cancer patients at the Adventist Cancer Institute through Patient Experience Programs. For more information about the fund, please visit  Mary's Blog.

                            Mary and Dave Potts, Chris, Sarah, and Matthew 

Seventh Grade Retreat

       Last Thursday, seventh grade students participated in a retreat at Nazareth Academy, led by Nazareth seniors. The theme of the retreat was "You are the Light of the World."  The students had the opportunity to interact with high school students; discuss the proper ways to treat people; play games; donate personal hygiene items for a service project; light candles; and sign a banner which is hanging in our junior high hallway. The students had a great time growing in their faith at Nazareth!

Extended Care Notifications Reminder

       Please contact the school office NO LATER THAN 2:00 p.m. with any schedule changes related to students attending aftercare.  Notifications may be via phone--(708) 352-4820 or e-mail to Attendance.

Re-Enrollment for 2014-15

       To date we are still in need of our remaining on-line registrations and/or 2014-15 tuition deposits.  Pre-school openings are filling up quickly, so please don't wait to enroll your pre-schooler.

       Click HERE to (1) re-enroll or (2) let us know your intentions for 2014-15.

Yearbook Sales Are Underway

       Click HERE to complete the on-line order form. Yearbooks are $25.00; however, you do not need to pay right away. We just need a count of how many books to order.  Payment will be due before the yearbooks can be delivered, which will be sometime in May. You can send in cash or check (payable to "St. Cletus School") to the school office. E-mail Erich Kittlaus with any questions.

Parent Volunteer Opportunities

       Please visit the on-line Sign-up Genius to volunteer for upcoming parties and events at St. Cletus.

       Reminder: all school volunteers must have completed all required child safety documents and be Virtus trained prior to participating in volunteer activities.

 

ATHLETICS

We Need Your Fall Sports Photos

       Cross country, football, basketball, and volleyball--send them to Sports Video. The pictures will be in publications for the school and the end-of-year sports video. 

SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL
Market Day 

       Market Day On-line Order

For more information, call Lupe McKeehan at (312) 823-9152. 

  
Manna: Gift Cards for Education

       Please join us on Tuesday, February 11, to learn how to navigate the new website: Shopwithscrip.com.  We will learn how to register, set up a PrestoPay account, purchase plastic gift cards, purchase and print e-cards, and reload already purchased gift cards.  We are offering a morning session at 8:00 a.m. in Room 201 or an evening session at 7:00 p.m. in Room 207 (Spanish room).  The sessions will run approximately one hour.  For questions, please e-mail Rosanne Welenc or call (630) 306-1513. 

       Next Manna order:  Monday, February 3

       Next Cash & Carry: Friday, February 7, 2:30-3:15 p.m., Morrissey Hall lobby

 

My Coke Rewards for Schools

       Support a good cause--remember at the holidays to save your Coca Cola product caps and send them to the school office to earn new items for physical education equipment!
 
Box Tops for Education  

       Thanks for supporting our school.  Together, we can make a big difference.  Last year, the school earned over $2,000.00!  Keep clipping Box Tops and send them to school. Each month, the class with the most Box Tops wins a special treat.  Congratulations to our December winner, Mrs. Clancy's room.  They will receive a special treat this week.  For a list of participating products, please click here: Box Tops for Education

 
Annual Book Bonanza--Labels for Education
       It is that time of year again--the Annual Book Bonanza.  We have a chance to earn 40 FREE books by submitting our Labels for Education to Scholastic.  Please check all your canned and boxed goods in your cabinets and send them to school with your child.  You will find the Labels for Education symbol near the UPC code.
       The most common product brands are Campbell's, Post, Pepperidge Farm, Prego, Dannon, and V8.  For a full list, visit Labels for Education. 

       Questions? E-mail Virginia Noga or call (708) 525-5697.

 
BULLETINS/NEWSLETTERS

Partners in Faith: Link to January's Newsletter

 

PARISH/COMMUNITY EVENTS

Montini Catholic High School Placement Exam

       Montini Catholic High School will be offering the high school placement exam to eighth graders who are looking for a private, college-preparatory high school.  Eighth grade students who have not yet taken the placement exam may do so on Saturday, February 22, at 8:00 a.m. at Montini Catholic High School, 19W070 16th Street in Lombard.

       For more information, attend Montini's Information Night on Wednesday, February 19, at 7:00 p.m.  Information is also available at Montini, e-mail  Kim Richmond, or call (630) 627-6930, x182.

Montini Catholic High School's Seventh Grade Open House

       On Wednesday, February 12, Montini Catholic High School invites all seventh graders to come and experience classes, meet Montini students and teachers, and get a taste of high school life.  Seventh graders are paired up with a Montini student to experience what it's like to be a "Bronco" for a day.  This event occurs during the middle of the Annual Turnabout Week, and the seventh graders will end the day at an all-school Pep Rally, which is filled with exciting games and competitions!

       For more information, e-mail Kim Richmond or call (630) 627-6930, x182. 

La Grange Babe Ruth Baseball Registration

       Monday, February 3, 2014, 7:00-8:30 p.m., Sedgwick Park, La Grange

       Link to: Babe Ruth Website

Riverside Theater Guild's "Peter Rabbit: The Untold Story"

       Six St. Cletus students--Nick Dion, Meg and Zach McLean, Kelly Grace, Ava Dostal, and Bella Dziak--will perform at Hauser Jr. High in Riverside.

       Performances are January 31 at 7:30 p.m. and February 1, 2, 8, and 9 at 3:00 p.m.  The cost is $8.00 per person; email Elizabeth Goellner-McLean to purchase tickets.

 

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