We ask you Son to open to us the mysteries of your kingdom, and lead us into heaven where we will see you face to face. Grant this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
I would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your family a blessed and peaceful Christmas and a wonderful New Year. I pray that you and your families have a safe vacation and look forward to seeing you all in 2008! May you be blessed with the peace and calmness of the season!
Sincerely,
Olivia Carrillo
Principal
Jog-A-Thon Winners
Congratulations to the 3rd graders, the class that brought in the greatest amount of money in grades K-5 for the Jog-A-Thon. Congratulations to the 7th graders who were the winners in grades 6-8! Both classes will have a pizza party in the new year.
Thanks also to the students who raised the most sponsorship money.
• Thor H, grade 3
• Phillip R, grade 2
• Celine C, grade 3
Important Notice for Parishioners
Year to date (January through November) contribution statements to each registered school family have been mailed. To be considered a parishioner and receive reduced tuition rate all donations must be received or postmarked by December 31st.
*The minimum contribution (January 1, 2007-December 31, 2007) is $500.00
Christmas Program Our Christmas Program is this Thursday, 12/20 at 7 p.m. in the church. Students should be in their classrooms by 6:30 p.m. Please join us in the auditorium for refreshments following the show. We look forward to seeing you there!
Volunteers Needed—Earn Participation Hours!
Volunteers are needed to help set-up and clean-up for the Christmas Program on December 20. Set-up will begin at 6 p.m. and clean-up will start at the conclusion of the refreshments in the auditorium. If you are able to help set-up please meet in the auditorium at 6 p.m. on December 20. Feel free to call Maribeth Spensiero at 818-551-1121 with any questions.
Uniform Policy
In January you will receive a copy of the uniform policy with a few updates and clarifications (see Coffee with the Principal notes).
Boys’ A Basketball Tournament
The Boys’ A Basketball Team, under the direction of coach Louie Fuentes, will participate in a CYO sanctioned tournament hosted by St. Jerome School. They will play on January 3rd and 5th. Good Luck Eagles!
Coffee With the Principal Notes
• See’s Fundraiser Update – We have raised close to $2862.00 to be used towards the athletic program
• Math In-Depth Progress
• Two weeks ago teachers received a copy of all math standards for grades K-8 and marked their “essential”/ “power” standards that will help them through the In-Depth Study process. These essential standards are concepts students must have mastered before moving on to the next grade level.
• On Friday, 12/14 at the faculty meeting, teachers reviewed the students’ ITBS scores to look for overall school strengths and areas for improvement, particularly in math. Teachers also looked at individual student scores and longitudinal growth patterns to help them as they plan their instruction. Further examination of the scores will follow in the new year.
• Nestle Partnership – Years ago Nestle Corporation had an emergency bungalow located in the school yard. They are interested in re-forming a partnership with Incarnation regarding Emergency Preparedness. PTO Board Member Phil LeFranc is working closely with them.
• Spring Book Fair – Mrs. Hihn had asked me about the possibility of having another book fair in the spring. Parents in attendance thought it was a good idea.
• Dress Code – Parents voiced their concerns about the inconsistency in the enforcement of the uniform dress code. Girls’ skirts lengths are rising, correct shoes and socks are not being worn, students wearing non-uniform sweaters/jackets, etc.
• The faculty reviewed the dress code/uniform guidelines. Parents will receive an update in January.
• A parent suggested having a mentoring/training program for all new teachers for the 2008-2009 school year for more consistency from grade to grade.
Lunch Yard Duty Volunteers Needed for 12/20!
Each year the faculty and staff have a Secret Santa ornament exchange during lunch from 12:00 – 12:30. In order for us to include all staff, we are in need of parent volunteers for lunch supervision. Please contact Mrs. Reiner if you are available for yard supervision on Thursday, December 20.
Catholic Education Foundation Tuition Assistance
CEF applications for tuition assistance for the 2008-2009 school year are now available in the office. This year all Catholic schools may submit as many applications that qualify!
All applications submitted to CEF MUST meet financial eligibility based on the 2008/09 CEF Income Guidelines. Principals must still verify family income w/ tax returns, W-2s etc. Principals verify and sign the 2nd page of student’s application.
The deadline to submit applications to CEF is Friday, March 14, 2008.
Looking Ahead
2007
• Wednesday, 12/19 – Prayer Service: Blessing of the Gifts for St. Columbkille
• Thursday, 12/20 – Christmas Program: 7:00 p.m. in church
• Friday, 12/21 – Noon dismissal; NO ASP – no supervision after 12:15. Thank you for picking up your child promptly so that the staff can attend the Christmas Lunch.
2008
• Monday, 1/7 – Classes resume
• Tuesday, 1/8 – All School Mass 8:30 a.m.; Epiphany Parties 2:15 p.m.
• Wednesday, 1/9 – Coffee with the Principal
• 1/14 – 1/18 – ACRE testing grades 5 and 8
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