Lord God,
Help us to trust in the power of love to bring us close to you.
Help us to choose forgiveness over resentment and anger,
So that your peace, alive in our hearts, may draw others to you.
Amen.
A Message from the Principal
In the Roman Catholic tradition, October 4 is the feast of St. Francis of Assisi. Among many other things, St. Francis was known for his special connection to animals and is therefore the patron saint of animals and the environment. This year, Incarnation will be celebrating the Blessing of the Animals on Tuesday, October 4 at 2:15 p.m. with a prayer service prepared by Mrs. Lomasto and the third grade class. Animals are welcome provided they are accompanied by an adult. Parents and pets may begin arriving at 2:00 (please, no earlier!) and are invited to assemble in the kindergarten yard. Please be sure animals are properly restrained and that you bring the necessary supplies to clean up after your pets! Animals, regardless of size or species, will not be allowed in the classrooms. If you are unable to bring your pet to school in the afternoon for the blessing, students may bring a photo of their pet(s).
After the blessing, students/families with animals will proceed to the carpool area first, followed by all other students. Please note that the school yard will be open for parking at 2:00. Carpool will be a park and pick-up process. To make sure all students are accounted for, please sign out with your child’s teacher before leaving campus.
We look forward to seeing our animal companions next week!
Sincerely,
Ms. Olivia Carrillo
Important Dates
- September 30 – Teacher in-service – NO SCHOOL
- October 4 – Blessing of the Animals
- October 5 – International Walk to School Day
- October 7 – Progress Reports go home
International Walk to School Day
Incarnation has registered for International Walk to School Day on Wednesday, October 5. Join us on our “walking school busses” departing from two locations that morning. Please see enclosed flyer for details. Thanks to Erik and Joanna Hovland for helping to coordinate this community activity!
Jog-a-thon
The Jog-a-thon is scheduled for Friday, November 18, 2011. Please look for your sponsor packet in today’s home messenger. This is a great way to meet your mandatory donation.
Virtus Training
Tonight at the Incarnation Community Center from 7-9 p.m.
Swim Team News
On Sunday, the Inca Eagles competed at the St. Mel’s Meet and came in 4th place in Division 2.
All of our swimmers are improving and the following students scored individual points for the team and earned medals: Madison C, Max C, Sydney C, Nicolas D, Andrew F, Mark G, Massimo M, Matteo M, Anissa O, Fiona R, Quinn R, Olivia S, Megan S, Alexander U. Congratulations to the following relay teams that placed and scored points for the team: 7-8 Freestyle: Max C, Audrey M, Alexander U, Nicolas D and 11-12 Medley: Ashley C, Lauren S, Mark G and Matteo M. Special thanks to all the families for your help and support!
Scrip
Please look in next week’s home messenger for information regarding Scrip and the online ordering option.
Question of the Week
How do you show your love for Jesus by doing what he asks, even when it is difficult for you?
