St. Charles Catholic School Weekly News 
October 2, 2015
A big thank you to parents and staff as we had to adjust our Thursday schedule to accommodate the Cesena funeral. I appreciate parents understanding why we had to make this last minute change to the schedule. My thanks to my staff for being flexible and local law enforcement for assisting with dismissal. While it was a tough day for the a lot of people, we came together as a community, as a family and remembered Nicholas. He will forever remain in our hearts and minds as a true reflection of St. Charles Borromeo.
 
Weekly Parenting Skill - Have you ever felt, "I give my child plenty of attention, and it just never seems enough?" Then, it is time to NOTICE your child!
The brain needs feedback. Every parent knows this. Listen to children negotiate for feedback from adults:
"Look, Mom, I can stand on one foot! Look! Look!"
As soon as you notice them, it starts again, "Mom! Look!"
The child's need to be seen is usually far greater than the adult's patience.
The brain loves feedback because it needs it to survive. The most helpful feedback we can give is noticing. Noticing is simply saying what you see. It involves no value statement about what you observe. It simply describes. This is difficult for most of us to learn because most of us were raised on judgements, and we strive, to this day, to live up to those imaginary standards.
Examples of Judging Verses Noticing:
A child is standing on one foot shouting, "Look! Look!"
Judgement: Aren't you the best one-foot stander alive!
Noticing: Look at you standing on one foot!
 
A child dives into the swimming pool.
Judgement: What a great dive honey!
Noticing: You did it! You dove into the swimming pool with your arms just like this (demonstrate).
A child hits a home run.
Judgement: Wow! Great job! Fabulous hit!
Noticing: Wow! You kept your eye on the ball and followed through with your swing. You hit it right over the fence!
Practice noticing at home:
            A child brings home an "A" on a test
            Judgement: I am so proud of you.
            Noticing: Look at that, you got an "A". You studied and took time to
            prepare. Good for you! Doesn't that feel great? 

As always, I wish you well!
Ann Lachowitzer
Principal
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Accreditation Survey

This year, the Catholic Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph and St. Charles Catholic School are engaged in an ongoing continuous improvement process.  The Diocese is using the Advanc-ED Parent Survey as a means to elicit your opinions.  You are an integral part and your feedback will help us target areas for improvement.  The five sections on the survey represent the five Advanc-ED Standards for Quality School Systems and provide a means for learning about parent expectations of a high-quality school system. The survey will be open until October 8, 2015. 
 
Students may earn a "jeans day" if parents complete the survey; one per family only. In order to earn the "jeans day" coupon, students must present a copy of the last page of the survey that says "Thank you for taking time to complete the survey". Please print the last page, write your family's last name on the sheet, and turn in to your youngest child's teacher. One survey per family, please.  
Please be assured that your responses to this survey will be anonymous and your honest opinions are appreciated. If you have any questions about this survey, please contact Mrs. Lachowitzer at alachowitzer@stcharleskc.org or by phone, at 816-436-1009. 

Thank you in advance for your support of the Catholic Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph and St. Charles Catholic School.
Parent Teacher Organization
Next meeting - Tuesday, October 13th, 6:30pm; Commons
Topics Covered:
  • Building our Mission Statement
  • Committee reports
  • Upcoming fundraising events
Dinner Night Out:
Teachers will be working shifts from 4-7pm! Be sure to stop by!
Can't Attend?
We know you may have other commitments or are for some reason unable to attend or participate in our upcoming fundraising event. Your donation is appreciated. We look forward to seeing you at the next Dinner Night Out!
Trunk-or-Treat
Thursday, October 29, 2015 
It's time for Trunk-or-Treat!  Join us for a spooktacular evening of dinner, treats, contests, games and more!  

Details coming soon!  
 
Chargers Hold 'Em Fundraising Night
SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL!
Saturday, November 7th
Buffet @ 6pm; Poker @ 7:30pm 
Join us for an evening of dinner, poker, mouse races, and spectating!  Purchase tickets and make your donation online today!  Proceeds to benefit the St. Charles Catholic School Technology Fund.  Read more...  
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Class Parties
Harvest parties - preschool-8
th is on November 6th 
St. Nicholas/Sweetest - preschool -8th is on December 4th
It's time to sign up for class parties!  We are in need of snacks, drinks, paper products, and crafts or games.  Please sign up for your child's class party by clicking on the following links:
THIRD GRADE (combined)
FREE CONCERT!
Michael James Mette is coming to St. Charles!
Join us on Friday, October 16th at 7:00 p.m. for an evening with famous Catholic musician, Michael James Mette!  
Weekly School Mass
Please join us as we celebrate weekly Mass every Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. Each homeroom takes turns planning Mass throughout the school year. 
 
October 6 - 3rd Westerman
October 13 - 3rd Schemmel
October 20 - 2nd Henton
FIRE
Get FIREd Up for a Very Cool Evening!
Support inclusive Catholic education at our school and 12 other FIRE partner schools by attending FIRE Ball 2015 on Saturday, Oct. 17th at 6 pm at Starlight Theatre. Tickets are $100. Sponsorship opportunities are still available. This event sold out last year and space is limited so don't delay!  We would like to have a St. Charles Catholic School table or two, so please consider purchasing your tickets today! 
For Your Information:
  • Pizza Lunch - October 8th - orders due TODAY
  • Smoothie King - October 16th - orders due by October 9th
  • Pizza Lunch - October 22nd - orders due by October 16th
Happy Birthday this week to:
Lilyan, 8th Grade - October 6th
Eden, 5th Grade - October 8th
 
Teacher Professional Development Day - Friday, October 9, 2015 
(Preschool - 8th Grade closed) Extended Care Open 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
 
Early education teachers will be attending a workshop that day. K-8 teachers will be working on Diocesan accreditation materials. We will be reviewing our mission, vision, philosophy, goals, instructional practices, safety, and finances. We pray for a productive day for staff and an enjoyable day off for our students.

Box Tops For Education: 
We had our first shopping day this week! Thank you to Stacie Bevan and
Kristi DiMaggio for the countless hours they spent preparing for the first shopping day!  Click here for more information.  Keep saving those Box Tops!   

Trash Bags For Sale
We are once again selling trash bags to help with our 8
th grade class activities and gift back to the school when we graduate. The price is $10 per roll.  We will carry the following 3 sizes in strong, durable trashbags:
  • Blue Bags: Supersize bags - 55 gallons - holds 2 full yellow bags or 3 to 4 white bags
  • Yellow bags: Garage/yard can size  -  39 gallons - holds 2 full white bags
  • White bags - Kitchen size - 15 gallons
For your convenience, Trash Bags are sold by the roll or case through the kindness of our school secretary, Linda Krickle, in the school office.  If you have a particular 8th grade student you know and would like to credit them with your purchase, please mention their name at the time of sale. Our 8th grade students thank you in advance for your support!