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Summer Office Hours 
The school office is open Monday-Thursday from 9:00 a.m.-1:00p.m. throughout the summer.   Please note that Thursday, August 14 the office will be open from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. and the school is closed Friday, August 15.
  

Back to School Pool Party:  Friday, August 15

It's our annual pool party at Olde Forest Swim & Racquet Club!  Pack dinner for your family and join us from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. for an opportunity to meet our faculty, students, and families.  The snack bar is slated to be open but please plan accordingly.  You may bring outside food and beverage (no glass containers) and there are several pizza places that deliver.  OFRC is located at 200 Pinedale Drive in Elon. Students look for your teacher to receive a special "back to school" gift! 
Welcome Back Unpack & Peek: Monday, August 18
Preschool, Pre-Kindergarten, and K-8th grades unpack their school supplies and peek in on their teachers anytime between 5:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. At 6:00 p.m. middle school students and families will have a brief meeting in the multi-purpose room.
First Day of School:  Wednesday, August 20
Doors open at 7:15 a.m. and school begins at 7:45 a.m. with morning meeting. Parents please join our HSA (Home and School Association) members for a Back to School Breakfast immediately following dismissal to classrooms.


 

Grandparents & Special Friends Day:  Friday, September 19

Let your grandparents and special friends know to "save the date" for a wonderful day at Blessed Sacrament School.  Invites and details coming soon!
 

Annual School Auction:  Friday, January 23

 

Knight News
Prayers
Condolences are extended to Morgan Powell ('12) and his family upon the death of his grandmother.

2014-2015 Blessed Sacrament School Faculty

  

Principal: Mrs. Maria Gomez

Assistant Principal: Ms. Tiffany Stalek

Little Knights Director/Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher: Mrs. Jill Glenn

Preschool Lead Teacher: Mrs. Lisa Greeson

Pre-Kindergarten Assistant Teacher:  Mrs. Lisa Jennings

Kindergarten: Mrs. June Avery

First Grade:  Mrs. Lisa Allred

Second Grade:  Ms. Charla Bilson

First & Second Grade Language Arts: Mrs. Sandy Andrews

Third Grade: Mrs. Aileen Bost

Fourth Grade: Ms. Kelley Carrigan

Third & Fourth Grade Team Teacher: Mrs. Kristi Parker

Middle School Language Arts: Mrs. Cheryl Clark

Middle School Social Studies:  Mrs. Maria Gomez

Middle School Math: Ms. Tiffany Stalek

Middle School Science: Mrs. Victoria Sebastian

Master Catechist/Religion:  Mrs. Carol Kearney

Technology/After School Director:  Ms. Chelsea Wilson

Little Knights/Elementary Music:  Mrs. Lara Davis

Middle School Chorus:  Mrs. Sandy Russell

PE/Art: Ms. Judith Maher

After School Care Assistant:  Mrs. Suzanne Salinas

Title I Instruction: Mrs. Lillian Franklin

Director of Admissions: Mrs. Tara Hackman

Director of Advancement: Ms. Jimma Causey

Office Administrator: Mrs. Pat Libera

Maintenance: Mr. Burt Greeson


 

Knights in the News

We always love sharing when are students are  in the local news. Recently sixth grade Srikar Kavirayuni was featured in two Times-News articles about the Olde Forest Junior Open tennis tournament.  Read more below!

Together Again...

Burlington entrant wins


Immunization Information

All kindergarteners are required by state law to have a physical exam and current immunization record within 30 days of the start of school or they may not be allowed attend school after September 20, 2014.

Tdap *(Students entering 6th grade)

*North Carolina requires that a booster dose of Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis) vaccine is required for all students entering 6th grade. Please understand that your child will need to bring proof of vaccination to the school or they may not be allowed to attend school after September 20, 2014.



Back to School Forms Due ASAP!
The back to school packet is due back to the office NOW.  Please help make Mrs. Libera's job easier!  Students are not able to return to school on the first day without an Emergency Form on file.  The forms are also linked below for your convenience.



Office Supply Wish List

Large paper clips, White copy paper, Glue sticks, Post it notes, Black sharpies

AAA batteries, AA batteries, D batteries, Tape refills, Masking tape, Standard staples, Scholastic magazine classroom subscriptions, Classroom Newspaper subscription, File Folders, Freezer quart size Ziploc, Lysol Spray

#2 Yellow Pencils, Washable markers, Bathroom size Dixie cups, Bandages

"Nexcare" waterproof bandages @ Target


Running Club Returns 
Running Club returns in September!  We look forward to welcoming returning and new runners.  Students in Kindergarten-8th grade are welcome to join us each Tuesday from 3:00-4:30 p.m. to run, spend time with friends, and work toward the goal of completing a 5K.  Running Club begins Tuesday, September 9.  Please sign up your child up here for running club.  

 

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From the Admissions Office
WOW!  We are welcoming 18 NEW families to grades K-8 and 8 NEW families to our Little Knights Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten next week.  I expect that number to increase as we continue to enroll new students daily.  It is going to be an exciting year and I look forward to welcoming our new and returning families back home to BSS.

Help us spread the word about the great opportunities to learn more about Blessed Sacrament School!  Word of mouth marketing is the #1 way for us to spread the good news about our school.
BSS Athletics 
Fall Sports Information

 

Volleyball

Coaches  Jennifer Lee and Tanya Barnes

Boys and Girls grade 4 to 8

Practice -Tuesday and Thursday right after school (exact times and places will be announced soon)

 

Clinic - Monday, 8/18 at a The Burlington School - Davis Street Campus

JV (grades 4,5,6) 9:00 to 11:00

Varsity (grades 7,8) 9:00 to 12:00

Players need to bring knee pads, a light snack and a water bottle.

 

Parent Help Needed!!

We need at least 2 parents (one for JV and for Varsity) to help at practices and games.

Practices are Tuesdays and Thursdays from after school to 5:30 at the latest. Most games are held on Saturdays.

We also need at least 2 parents to help with the clinic on August 18th.

 

Please email or call Mrs. Bost if you can help in any way - abost@bssknights.org  (336) 213-5011

 

2014 Fall Volleyball Schedule

 

Soccer

Coaches Tom Daniel and Jaime Orejan

Boys and Girls grades 5 to 8

 

Practice - Monday and Wednesday 3:15 to 4:30 at BSS

First Practice is on the first day of school, 8/20!

 

Mini-clinic - Tuesday 8/19 3:00-5:00 at BSS.  All interested players should try to attend for all or part of the time.

Players need shin guards, cleats and water at every practice and game.

Questions? Contact Mrs. Bost - abost@bssknights.org  (336) 213-5011

 

2014 Fall Soccer Schedule

 

Tennis

Coaches Tim Hackman and Tanya Barnes

Boys and girls grades 4 to 8

Practices are at The Burlington Tennis Center on Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30

Matches are on Fridays also at the Tennis Center.

Players need a racquet and water bottle at practice and games.

 

Practice-Wednesday 3:30 to 4:30 at The Burlington Tennis Center

First Practice is on Wednesday 9/3

First Match is Friday, 9/12 at 4:00

 

2014 Fall Tennis Schedule

 

Questions? Contact Mrs. Bost - abost@bssknights.org  (336) 213-5011

 

SIGN UP HERE FOR FALL SPORTS!

 

From the Advancement Office
BSS Corporate Partnership Opportunities for 2014/15 school year

We are pleased to announce the Corporate Partners that have already committed to the 2014-2015 school year:

Beshel Chiropractic
Company Shops Market
Coyle Accounting
David Westcott Buick
Delta Contracting
Dempsey Smith Orthodontics
Dr. Lowe
Glen Raven Pharmacy
John Cox, Attorney
La Cocina
La Fiesta
Lowe Funeral Home
Lowe Vintage Instrumental Company
Mitchell Roofing Inc
Mosca's
Palmer Generator
Prego's
Rich & Thompson Funeral Home
Troutman Dentistry
Warren's Drug
Dr. Crisp
 

Email your interest to advancement@bssknights.org.


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Under the Federal Child Nutrition Program and USDA policy, discrimination is prohibited under the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. 

If you wish to file a Civil Rights complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complain Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html , or at any USDA office, or call 866.632.9992 to request the form.  You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form.  Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, DC 20250-9410, by fax 202.690.7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at 800.877.8339; or 800.845.6136 (Spanish).  USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. 

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