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March 23, 2016
Hello Notre Dame Families!
About 25 years ago I played a role in consolidating six schools into three. The hardest part of this process was knowing that I would be involved in the process of informing good teachers they would not have jobs for the following year. The date I would inform the teachers would be the week after Easter. Because of my distress and the feeling of helplessness, I walked the streets of Manitowoc from noon to 3 pm. on Good Friday. I knew that I would have to do something I didn't want to do, but had to anyway. Reflection and prayer on that Good Friday were things I did so I could handle such an unpleasant thing.
Jesus had the same dilemma, albeit on a much larger scale. As both God and man, Jesus suffered greatly knowing what awaited him in the days leading to his Crucifixion. Jesus loved all of us and died for our sins. Who could love us more than that? As we commemorate the Triduum, let us all remember that Jesus made many tougher decisions than we ever would.
I sent a letter out to the middle school parents clarifying some aspects of the Behavior Code of third trimester. I sent this letter in the spirit of caring and support for the students, parents and staff. It is my hope and prayer that all of our students make the best choices so this trimester can be the best yet. The next middle school grade check will be April 5.
There was a change in the handbook relative to invitations to birthday parties and other occasions. We would prefer that those invitations be sent via e-mail or regular mail. Doing this allows the school not to get directly involved in something that is normally done by parents.
All students should take home any belongings that do not need to be in school over the Easter Recess. Taking things home before Easter is a good reminder for your children to bring home needed items they may not need the rest of the school year.
Both offices will be closed during the Easter Recess. I check my phone messages and e-mails on a regular basis and I will follow up on them as needed.
May God bless you and your families during this Holy Week. I would encourage to check your parish bulletins as to what times services are held at the site you attend.
Have a great rest of the week!
God Bless,
James A. (Jim) Clark, Principal
"I CAN DO EVERYTHING THROUGH HIM WHO GIVES ME STRENGTH."
Philippians 4:13
Parent Education
Mr. Clark has set up a Education Post at the top of our webpage. This week he added the topic Bullying 101-Interesting Information on Bullying. This site is updated constantly. There are many valuable tools in which parents can educate themselves in different aspects of their children's education. Very helpful information. Check it out here.
From Above Bakery
Looking for a cake to help celebrate First Communion? Check out From Above Bakery. Carrie Zehms, owner and baker is also a Notre Dame Family Member.
For more information and how to order click here
National Library Week Service Project
National Library Week is April 11th-15th.
Our goal is to promote reading for children of all ages. This year, we are collecting NEW or VERY GENTLY USED BOOKS for children, ages birth - middle school. The books will be donated to the House of Hope, Family Services of NE Wisconsin and St. Vincent de Paul Society. These community outreach programs are in great need of books and are so grateful that we are willing to help them.
Please drop off your book donations at the elementary or middle school offices. Each classroom will also have a donation basket or bin.
Our book collection runs from Monday, April 4th - Friday, April 15th.
Thank you for your generosity and support to those in need.
Kids for Running Any student in grades 3-8 that would like to train for the Bellin should meet after school on April 4th in the elementary school gym.
Notre Dame Savings Cards
Now is the time for businesses to be included in the ND Savings Card - a fundraiser for the graduating class that offers businesses a no cost option to promote their own business. Businesses commit to a coupon or special offer for the holder of the discount card for 1 year. Most businesses offer BOGO or % or $ off purchases.
The class of 2017 wants to make sure that our ND family businesses have the opportunity to participate - this discount card usually includes at least 2 dozen different offers.
MIP Hosting Easter Breakfast Social Mothers in Prayer are hosting an Easter Breakfast Social all Notre Dame Moms are invited to attend. Come and enjoy food and fellowship. For more information click here
Track and Tennis News
Notre Dame Track Team:
We are currently looking for someone to help coach our Notre Dame Middle School Track Team.
Notre Dame Middle School provides track for our 6-8th graders. These athletes are able to run and do various field events at the 8-10 track meets that we compete in. The season is very short. We will start early in April and will be done by mid May. WE generally practice every day the first couple of weeks then depending on our meet schedule 3-4 days per week. We have several parents and teachers that help our at practices and meets. If you are interested in learning more about this please contact Lynn Wolfram at 920-660-7603 or lwolfram00@yahoo.com
Notre Dame Tennis Team:
If you have a student in 5-8th grade and they would like to try tennis this spring, please contact Lynn Wolfram at 920-660-7603 or lwolfram00@yahoo.com. John Steckart will be coaching again this year and we are looking to get our numbers in line for the team. Middle school students who already took pictures for this team do not need to contact me, we have your name on file already.
Please HELP!!!!
We are in DESPERATE need for volunteers for lunch time. We need volunteers for the lunch room to help serve and also we need volunteers to help walk the middle school students over to the elementary school for lunch. Please Help!! We need you!! Please click here to sign up: Lunch Volunteer Help!!
SCRIP News
Are you still in need of some VOLUNTEER HOURS for the current school year?
The SCRIP office is looking for a few more volunteers to help sell SCRIP during the remainder of the year! There are morning and afternoon shifts available as well as opportunities in both the Middle and Elementary buildings... Choose whatever fits best with your schedule.
If you have never sold SCRIP before ~ training will be available!
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