Eternal God,
We give you thanks for your saints.
May we learn from their example
and praise you through our words and actions.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
A Message from the Principal
With Halloween just days away, there is much excitement in the air! The students are excited about the costume parade and parties on this fun-filled day. It is important to remember, however, that Halloween is part of the celebration of a Catholic feast day. Halloween, or All Hallows Even, is the eve of All Saints which is celebrated on November 1. On the Solemnity of All Saints, we celebrate all saints in heaven who pray for us and encourage us through their lives.
On Tuesday, November 3rd at 8:30 a.m., Mrs. Lomasto and the third grade class will lead the All School Mass in celebration of All Saints Day. Each student will be dressed as a saint and will briefly present some information about that saint. You are invited to join us for this special Mass.
Sincerely,
Ms. Olivia Carrillo
Important Dates
• October 28 – 2nd grade bake sale
8th grade retreat
• October 29 – Preschool and kindergarten field trip
• October 30 – Halloween festivities
• November 2 – No School: WASC DAY
• November 11 – No School: VETERANS DAY
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Beginning next week, parents will be able to sign up for parent-teacher conferences to be held November 23-25.
Incarnation Community Center Grand Opening
You are invited to join the Incarnation community in celebration of the grand opening of the Incarnation Community Center on Sunday, November 15. There will be a stewardship fair from 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Please join us for a day of fun!
Halloween
Parents and guests are invited to our annual Halloween Parade which will be held on Friday, October 30 at 12:45 p.m. Class parties to follow. On this day, students may come to school dressed in costume, provided that the costume meets the guidelines distributed last week. Any student who is inappropriately dressed (as determined by school personnel) will be asked to change. It is recommended that students bring their uniforms to school on this day in case they are required to change out of their costume.
Coaches Needed!
The spring sports season is a few months away, but we are looking for volunteers to coach the girls’ A and B basketball teams. Coaches need to be Virtus trained and fingerprinted, have a TB test on file in the office, and complete CYO training. Coaches will receive 40 participation hours! If you are available after school for games and practices and can give of your time and talent in this way, please contact Veronica Ferrer at veronicaminc@sbcglobal.net.
Library News
Looking for family participation hours???
Mrs. Hihn needs help planning a program and advertising the Barnes & Noble Book Fair at the Amerciana on Saturday December 5, 2009. Barnes & Noble has provided us with sample advertising pages to adapt to our needs. Also we would like to schedule a program with a holiday theme for that day. Please contact Mrs. Hihn at nhihn@incaschool.org if you can help.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009
Family Messenger October 13, 2009
Dear God,
Send your Holy Spirit daily to lead and guide us.
Help us to grow in wisdom, in grace and knowledge,
in kindness, compassion and love.
May we serve you faithfully with our whole hearts devoted to you.
May we discover the joy of your presence
through our relationship with your Son, Jesus.
Amen.
A Message from the Principal
Yesterday, Incarnation’s faculty and staff joined other Catholic elementary schools in the San Fernando Region for an all day workshop at Bishop Alemany High School. The workshop was presented by Dr. Debra Pickering and was titled “Effective Teaching and Effective Learning.” It was a great workshop with lots of opportunity for collegial conversations about student learning. These professional development days help us return to the classroom with validation of what we do and with new ideas and food for thought for improving our practices.
Autumn weather is now here, and with that comes the start of the cold and flu season. To help prevent the spread of colds and flu, please keep your child home if he/she exhibits any of the following symptoms: cough, stuffy nose, sore throat, fever, vomiting. If your child does display any of these symptoms while at school, his/her teacher may request that your child is sent home. Please remember that if your child does have a fever, he/she needs to be fever-free (without the use of a fever reducer) for 24 hours BEFORE they can return to school. Thank you for your cooperation.
May your week be blessed!
Ms. Olivia Carrillo
Important Dates
• October 22 – High School Night
• October 26 – WASC Day – Noon dismissal/ASP available
Incarnation Pictorial Directory
We are still encouraging families to sign up for the pictorial directory. To schedule an appointment for October, please follow the link on the church website (www.incaglendale.org) or call 800-845-1157.
Coaches Needed!
The spring sports season is a few months away, but we are looking for volunteers to coach the 4th-6th boys’ and girls’ basketball teams and 7th-8th girls’ basketball team. Coaches need to be Virtus trained and fingerprinted, have a TB test on file in the office, and complete CYO training. Coaches will receive 40 participation hours! If you are available after school for games and practices and can give of your time and talent in this way, please contact Veronica Ferrer at veronicaminc@sbcglobal.net.
High School Night
Attention 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students and parents! On Thursday, October 22, Incarnation School will host its annual High School Night. Come and meet students and representatives from local Catholic high schools and learn about the admissions process. Schools that have confirmed their attendance are Alverno, Bellarmine Jefferson, Bishop Alemany, Flintridge Sacred Heart, Holy Family, Immaculate Heart, Loyola, Mayfield, Notre Dame, Providence, Ramona Convent, Sacred Heart, and St. Francis. The auditorium will be open from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Send your Holy Spirit daily to lead and guide us.
Help us to grow in wisdom, in grace and knowledge,
in kindness, compassion and love.
May we serve you faithfully with our whole hearts devoted to you.
May we discover the joy of your presence
through our relationship with your Son, Jesus.
Amen.
A Message from the Principal
Yesterday, Incarnation’s faculty and staff joined other Catholic elementary schools in the San Fernando Region for an all day workshop at Bishop Alemany High School. The workshop was presented by Dr. Debra Pickering and was titled “Effective Teaching and Effective Learning.” It was a great workshop with lots of opportunity for collegial conversations about student learning. These professional development days help us return to the classroom with validation of what we do and with new ideas and food for thought for improving our practices.
Autumn weather is now here, and with that comes the start of the cold and flu season. To help prevent the spread of colds and flu, please keep your child home if he/she exhibits any of the following symptoms: cough, stuffy nose, sore throat, fever, vomiting. If your child does display any of these symptoms while at school, his/her teacher may request that your child is sent home. Please remember that if your child does have a fever, he/she needs to be fever-free (without the use of a fever reducer) for 24 hours BEFORE they can return to school. Thank you for your cooperation.
May your week be blessed!
Ms. Olivia Carrillo
Important Dates
• October 22 – High School Night
• October 26 – WASC Day – Noon dismissal/ASP available
Incarnation Pictorial Directory
We are still encouraging families to sign up for the pictorial directory. To schedule an appointment for October, please follow the link on the church website (www.incaglendale.org) or call 800-845-1157.
Coaches Needed!
The spring sports season is a few months away, but we are looking for volunteers to coach the 4th-6th boys’ and girls’ basketball teams and 7th-8th girls’ basketball team. Coaches need to be Virtus trained and fingerprinted, have a TB test on file in the office, and complete CYO training. Coaches will receive 40 participation hours! If you are available after school for games and practices and can give of your time and talent in this way, please contact Veronica Ferrer at veronicaminc@sbcglobal.net.
High School Night
Attention 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students and parents! On Thursday, October 22, Incarnation School will host its annual High School Night. Come and meet students and representatives from local Catholic high schools and learn about the admissions process. Schools that have confirmed their attendance are Alverno, Bellarmine Jefferson, Bishop Alemany, Flintridge Sacred Heart, Holy Family, Immaculate Heart, Loyola, Mayfield, Notre Dame, Providence, Ramona Convent, Sacred Heart, and St. Francis. The auditorium will be open from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Family Messenger, October 6, 2009
God of wisdom,
You continue to speak to us. Teach us to listen to your voice.
Free us from the many distractions that make it hard for us to hear you.
Help us to recognize the sound of your voice.
Amen.
A Message from the Principal
ITBS testing and make-up testing continue this week. We anticipate receiving score reports in time for parent-teacher conferences next month.
With October now in swing, many of the students are excited about Halloween. With this excitement approaching it is sometimes difficult to stop and take time to think and pray for others in need. Recently, people of the Philippines, Indonesia, and Samoa were affected by natural disasters. Please take time to pray with your children for all those in need and give thanks for all that we are blessed with.
This month, we celebrate Our Lady of the Rosary. When we pick up a rosary, it is as if Mary holds us by the hand and takes us to the throne of her Son in heaven, where we can see, through her eyes, his amazing light. Consider taking some time to pray the rosary as a family!
May your week be blessed!
Ms. Olivia Carrillo
Important Dates.
• October 8 – Picture Day/Student Council Bake Sale
• October 9 – Progress Reports
• October 11 – 7th Grade School Sponsored Mass
• October 12 – No School/No ASP: Faculty In-Service
• October 13 – All School Mass
Preschool News
Our preschool now has a 2 and 3-day option (half day or full day) available. If you would like more information about the various options, please contact Mrs. Muscarella at 818-241-2264.
Thank You
We give special thanks to the third grade class, Mrs. Lomasto, and Fr. Paul for the leading the blessing of the animals last week.
A Note about Morning Drop-Off
The morning carpool gates open at 7:00 a.m. If your child is in morning care or early morning math between 7:00 and 7:30, please enter through the gate on Dryden. Students should not be dropped off in the church parking lot. The black side gate will not open until afternoon carpool has ended. Thank you for your cooperation.
Scrip Tip
Updated forms on in the home messenger today. On Hand form has added Pinkberry $10 (5%) and Cheesecake Factory $25 (5%). KFC profit has been reduced to 8%. On the Special Order form, Guitar Center $25 (4%) and Dell Computer $100 (4%) have been added. Spa Finder increased their profit to 12%. It's never to early to start thinking of all your holiday needs. We're here to help.
Girl Scout Troop Leaders Needed
We are looking for volunteers to form/lead troops for 2nd grade and 5th grade. If interested, please contact Erin Sanchez via email at erinrobert@roadrunner.com or by phone at 818-521-5697.
Coaches Needed!
The spring sports season is a few months away, but we are looking for volunteers to coach the 4th-6th boys’ and girls’ basketball teams and 7th-8th girls’ basketball team. Coaches need to be Virtus trained and fingerprinted, have a TB test on file in the office, and complete CYO training. Coaches will receive 40 participation hours! If you are available after school for games and practices and can give of your time and talent in this way, please contact Veronica Ferrer at veronicaminc@sbcglobal.net.
Upcoming VIRTUS Training Sessions
• Sunday, October 11 at 6:00 p.m. - St. Mel Church (Woodland Hills)
• Monday, October 12 at 6:30 p.m. - St. Mel Church (Woodland Hills)
Visit www.virtus.org for other locations in the San Fernando, San Gabriel, San Pedro, and Our Lady of the Angels regions. Please be sure to turn in a copy of your Virtus certificate to the school office.
Library News from Mrs. Hihn
Thank you to everyone who supported the Scholastic Book Fair! Scholastic allows us to split our profit into books and cash. The library was able to buy 65 new books from the fair and we have $1,011.06 in cash to spend on library bound books from other vendors!
Our next book fair will be at Barnes and Noble at the Americana on Saturday, December 5, 2009. Our school earns 20% of all sales on that day with Incarnation vouchers, which we will provide. So, please keep this date in mind when you are shopping for Christmas gifts. We can also use our Barnes and Noble scrip for all purchases, so the school earns money on the scrip and store sales too.
Finally, the library welcomes donations of all gently used books for our book collection, so when you are cleaning out your bookshelves, please make a box for Incarnation and drop it off at the office.
Swim Team News
Incarnation Swim Team did very well on their second meet this past Sunday. Our swimmers are getting stronger, faster and are improving their times with every meet. We had two freestyle relay teams and three medley relay teams who did an awesome job. The team won twenty seven medals adding extra points to the team's total score. Congratulations to medal winners, Javier A, Ryan B, Madison C, Sydney C, Gabriela C, Maria C, Celine C, Emmelene G, Sebastian M, Valentin M, Matteo M, Mila M, Amanda P, Matthew R, Fiona R, Golddy S, Olivia S, Megan S and Amanda V. A BIG thank you to all the parents who volunteered with timing and setting up canopies.
You continue to speak to us. Teach us to listen to your voice.
Free us from the many distractions that make it hard for us to hear you.
Help us to recognize the sound of your voice.
Amen.
A Message from the Principal
ITBS testing and make-up testing continue this week. We anticipate receiving score reports in time for parent-teacher conferences next month.
With October now in swing, many of the students are excited about Halloween. With this excitement approaching it is sometimes difficult to stop and take time to think and pray for others in need. Recently, people of the Philippines, Indonesia, and Samoa were affected by natural disasters. Please take time to pray with your children for all those in need and give thanks for all that we are blessed with.
This month, we celebrate Our Lady of the Rosary. When we pick up a rosary, it is as if Mary holds us by the hand and takes us to the throne of her Son in heaven, where we can see, through her eyes, his amazing light. Consider taking some time to pray the rosary as a family!
May your week be blessed!
Ms. Olivia Carrillo
Important Dates.
• October 8 – Picture Day/Student Council Bake Sale
• October 9 – Progress Reports
• October 11 – 7th Grade School Sponsored Mass
• October 12 – No School/No ASP: Faculty In-Service
• October 13 – All School Mass
Preschool News
Our preschool now has a 2 and 3-day option (half day or full day) available. If you would like more information about the various options, please contact Mrs. Muscarella at 818-241-2264.
Thank You
We give special thanks to the third grade class, Mrs. Lomasto, and Fr. Paul for the leading the blessing of the animals last week.
A Note about Morning Drop-Off
The morning carpool gates open at 7:00 a.m. If your child is in morning care or early morning math between 7:00 and 7:30, please enter through the gate on Dryden. Students should not be dropped off in the church parking lot. The black side gate will not open until afternoon carpool has ended. Thank you for your cooperation.
Scrip Tip
Updated forms on in the home messenger today. On Hand form has added Pinkberry $10 (5%) and Cheesecake Factory $25 (5%). KFC profit has been reduced to 8%. On the Special Order form, Guitar Center $25 (4%) and Dell Computer $100 (4%) have been added. Spa Finder increased their profit to 12%. It's never to early to start thinking of all your holiday needs. We're here to help.
Girl Scout Troop Leaders Needed
We are looking for volunteers to form/lead troops for 2nd grade and 5th grade. If interested, please contact Erin Sanchez via email at erinrobert@roadrunner.com or by phone at 818-521-5697.
Coaches Needed!
The spring sports season is a few months away, but we are looking for volunteers to coach the 4th-6th boys’ and girls’ basketball teams and 7th-8th girls’ basketball team. Coaches need to be Virtus trained and fingerprinted, have a TB test on file in the office, and complete CYO training. Coaches will receive 40 participation hours! If you are available after school for games and practices and can give of your time and talent in this way, please contact Veronica Ferrer at veronicaminc@sbcglobal.net.
Upcoming VIRTUS Training Sessions
• Sunday, October 11 at 6:00 p.m. - St. Mel Church (Woodland Hills)
• Monday, October 12 at 6:30 p.m. - St. Mel Church (Woodland Hills)
Visit www.virtus.org for other locations in the San Fernando, San Gabriel, San Pedro, and Our Lady of the Angels regions. Please be sure to turn in a copy of your Virtus certificate to the school office.
Library News from Mrs. Hihn
Thank you to everyone who supported the Scholastic Book Fair! Scholastic allows us to split our profit into books and cash. The library was able to buy 65 new books from the fair and we have $1,011.06 in cash to spend on library bound books from other vendors!
Our next book fair will be at Barnes and Noble at the Americana on Saturday, December 5, 2009. Our school earns 20% of all sales on that day with Incarnation vouchers, which we will provide. So, please keep this date in mind when you are shopping for Christmas gifts. We can also use our Barnes and Noble scrip for all purchases, so the school earns money on the scrip and store sales too.
Finally, the library welcomes donations of all gently used books for our book collection, so when you are cleaning out your bookshelves, please make a box for Incarnation and drop it off at the office.
Swim Team News
Incarnation Swim Team did very well on their second meet this past Sunday. Our swimmers are getting stronger, faster and are improving their times with every meet. We had two freestyle relay teams and three medley relay teams who did an awesome job. The team won twenty seven medals adding extra points to the team's total score. Congratulations to medal winners, Javier A, Ryan B, Madison C, Sydney C, Gabriela C, Maria C, Celine C, Emmelene G, Sebastian M, Valentin M, Matteo M, Mila M, Amanda P, Matthew R, Fiona R, Golddy S, Olivia S, Megan S and Amanda V. A BIG thank you to all the parents who volunteered with timing and setting up canopies.
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Family Messenger, September 29, 2009
God our Father,
You are always trying to speak to us.
We thank you for sending us angels with your messages.
Help us to be alert for them and for all they ways you touch us.
We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
A Message from the Principal
Today, students in grades 1-8 began taking the Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS). Testing will continue all this week through the beginning of next week. In order for your child(ren) to receive a complete score report, please make sure that he/she is present and on time. All testing will take place before lunch. Score reports should be available at parent-teacher conferences in November.
This Friday is our annual Blessing of the Animals. The blessing will begin at 1:00 p.m. and will take place in the kindergarten yard. Parents are invited to bring animals directly to the kindergarten yard beginning at 12:45. To minimize distractions during instruction, live animals (regardless of size) will not be allowed in the classrooms. Please make sure that you bring plastic bags to clean up after your pets! If you are unable to bring your animal to school for the blessing, students are encouraged to bring a photo of their pet. After the blessing, students/families with animals will proceed to the carpool area first, followed by all other students. Please be flexible with carpool on this day—it may be necessary for everyone to park and pick up their children.
Thank you and have a great week.
Ms. Olivia Carrillo
Important Dates
-September 29 – October 6 – ITBS Testing
-October 2 – Blessing of the Animals 1:00 p.m.
-October 8– Picture Day grades K-8 (wear full dress uniform); Student Council Bake Sale
-October 9 – Progress Reports go home
-October 12 – No School – Teacher In-Service
Box Tops for Education
Turn your everyday grocery purchases into cash for Incarnation School! You can clip 10¢ Box Tops coupons from hundreds of products such as Cheerios®, Betty Crocker®, Juicy Juice®, Ziploc®, Kleenex®, Hefty® and more! Start clipping now and send them in to the school office. Visit www.boxtops4education.com for more ways to earn. Thank you to all who have already submitted box tops. Our collection is growing every day!
Scrip Tip
Good News!! We will now be carrying in On Hand Scrip Pink Berry $10 (5%) and Cheesecake Factory $25 (5%).
For those of you having trouble signing up your Ralphs cards, please see the step-by-step instructions from Ralphs in the home messenger. Signing up friends, neighbors, and family members, are a great way to help increase our profits. If you sign up any additional people, please send me an email so that I can be sure to give you the credit.
Census 2009
Incarnation School will be completing the annual census. Enclosed is a questionnaire that will help us provide accurate responses about our student population. Please complete one form per child and return no later than tomorrow, September 30. Students who return this questionnaire by tomorrow will receive a free dress pass to be used at a later date. Thank you for your assistance!
Upcoming VIRTUS Training Sessions
-Recertification Classes – (must have attended 3hr. class in 2004-2005 to attend)
-9/30 @ 9:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. - St. Mel (Woodland Hills)
-9/30 @ 7:00 p.m. – Our Lady of Lourdes (Tujunga)
-Virtus Classes
-9/30 @ 6:30 p.m. - St. Ignatius of Loyola (Los Angeles)
-10/3 @ 9:00 a.m. – Our Lady of Lourdes (Tujunga)
-10/4 @ 12:30 p.m. – St. Mel (Woodland Hills)
Visit www.virtus.org for other locations in the San Fernando, San Gabriel, San Pedro, and Our Lady of the Angels regions. Please be sure to turn in a copy of your Virtus certificate to the school office.
SELLABRATION 2009 – Sat, October 3
The National Charity League, Inc. Glendale Chapter is holding their annual GIANT RUMMAGE SALE is being held at a new location this year: The Pacific Community Center, 501 S. Pacific Ave., Glendale, from 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. This is a cash only sale benefits Twelve Oaks Lodge, the YMCA, the Salvation Army and provides scholarships to local students.
Hope to see you there!
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