Monday Memo
Week 04 | September 10-14, 2018
Reminder: PICture Day!
Parents: Don't forget that Picture Day is THIS FRIDAY, SEPT. 14th!
--- From The School Office ---
A Note From Our School Counselor
Hi everyone! I hope you have had a wonderful start to the school year at home. It seems like everyone is getting into a routine and learning the rules/expectations for each grade level here at school. I would like to welcome back our students and families and extend a warm welcome to our new families of St. Albert.
I would like to take just a minute to introduce myself. My name is Stacie Short. I am the school counselor. My primary role is to support your child and you in their school career here at St. Albert. I will work with your child(ren) in one of three ways during the school day. I can meet with students individually, in a small group, or in classroom guidance. I encourage you to reach out to me if there are concerns about your child. Please know that the concerns can be related to school or outside areas as well. I can meet with the student or you and see if we can find a solution. If that isn’t working then I can offer outside resources to you. Please let me know if I can help you in any way.
Stacie Short
School CounselorCarpool Notes:
Our first priority is the safety of YOUR children. We appreciate those of you who come through carpool the way it has been designed. We understand that everyone wants to get out in a timely fashion. Believe us we want to make it as quick as possible too!
Can you help us out with a few concerns that have popped up since we began school?
- Can you make sure that the people who are picking up know the routine? We have had a few “almost” accidents because people are pulling into different lanes. They just are not sure of what to do. If you need a diagram please review the handbook.
- Remember that everyone is to pick up in carpool line, not in another parking lot and then walk over to get your child. If you cannot go through the line then please call the main office and let them know you will be picking your child up through the office. We cannot have students walking over to other parking lots to leave so they do not have to wait in carpool. This is a safety issue.
- Students know the rules. Remember that your student knows they are to follow the rules and when we as parents do not adhere to the rules the student gets anxious and concerned about getting into trouble. Let's make sure we are setting a good example for them.
- Be quick. Please get your child and move quickly to your car so we can start dismissing the cars asap.
A happy family is a safe family! Here's to a great (& safe) school year!
School Administration
St. Albert the Great
Cafeteria Volunteers Needed
We are in need of more volunteers for this school year. People usually work 1 or 2 days a month from 10:30am to 1:00pm serving and restocking food and helping with the dishes. Volunteers must have the safe environment training. Sign up at this link!
After School Drama Club
WHEN:
- Tuesdays 2:45-4 pm
- September 18th - December 4th (no class 10/2 or 11/20)
WHERE:
- Classroom TBA
COST:
- $100/student (to be paid at start of first class)
Managing Frustration for ADHD Group at UofL
The Noble H. Kelly PSC at University of Louisville is running a group for children this fall that may be of benefit to some of our students: the Managing Frustration for Children (MFC) group for kids ages 8-11. A flyer is attached that describes the group. Parents that are interested may contact the clinic directly at 502-852-6782 to receive more information and/or enroll. You may contact me directly if you wish to get more information about these services
Join St Albert Girl Scouts!
New Girl Scout Parent Meeting: Tuesday, 9/18 at 6:30pm in cafeteria
Saint Albert the Great Girl Scouts welcomes all girls to join us for a great 2018-2019 school year!
We have grade level troops that are open to all girls – all are always welcome in Girl Scouts!
If interested in being part of a new Kindergarten troop please attend our New Girl Scout Parent Meeting on Tuesday, 9/18 at 6:30pm in cafeteria.
If interested in joining an existing troop in 1st grade and above, or if you have questions about Girl Scouts please contact Karen Schuler Ising at kschulerising@gmail.com.
KYA
Kentucky Youth Assembly
- The date for this year's KYA conference is Sunday-Tuesday, Dec. 2-4.
- Students in 6,7,and 8th grade may attend.
- Enrollment is limited and students must be able to attend weekly meetings on Thursdays from 3-4 p.m., starting Sept. 20.
- The fee for the conference is $250, with financial aid available through KYA.
- Any questions, please contact teachers Judie Virant, Mary Gates or Allison Shontz
- More Info: http://www.kyymca.org/kya/
--- From The Library ---
Reading & Creating Celebration
Brown Bag Book Swap & Maker-Idea Night
Monday, Sept. 24th
6:00-7:30pm in the Parish Life Center
All St. Albert School Families are invited to the first Reading & Creating Celebration. There will be entertainment, donuts, bookmarks, book giveaways & inspiration!
FEATURING:
- 6:00-6:30 ILLUSTRATOR EXHIBIT: ILLUSTRATOR SCOTT SOEDER WILL SHOW YOU HOW TO MAKE A GRAPHIC NOVEL PAGE!
- 6:30-7:00 IDEA INSPIRATION via VIRTUAL VISIT with AUTHOR MARCIE COLLEEN AND MASTER LEGO BUILDER JONATHAN LOPES!
WHAT YOU SHOULD BRING:
- A BROWN BAG DINNER TO SHARE WITH YOUR FAMILY
- BOOKS THAT YOUR CHILD NO LONGER READS (TO SWAP FOR NEW-TO-YOU BOOKS FROM OTHER FAMILIES!)
- KIDS: DRESS LIKE YOUR FAVORITE BOOK CHARACTER!
Student Library Council
NEXT MEETING THIS THURSDAY, SEPT. 13!
Due to more maker-materials arriving, our next meeting will be moved up to Thursday September 13. In future months, we will generally try to meet the last Thursday of each month, unless there is a conflict. For more pictures of our first meeting, visit the St. Albert Library on Twitter and please follow us for exciting project reveals and library updates. https://twitter.com/stalbertlib
Reading Picture Palooza
What's your favorite book? Email a picture of your child holding or reading their favorite book OR send "Caught Reading" pictures to: Mrs. Brown in the St. Albert Library: cbrown@stalbert.org. Pictures will be displayed in the library.
--- From The ParisH ---
Save the Date: Parish Life Complex Dedication
Sunday, September 16th after 10:30am Mass
Archbishop Joseph Kurtz will preside over the 10:30AM with the dedication to follow. All are welcome!
St. Albert the Great Golf Scramble
Sponsored by the GAP ClubFriday, September 21st
Open to all Parishioners, Friends and Family
1:30 Shotgun Start @ Eagle Creek Golf Club LaGrange, Ky.
$340.00 per Team
$85.00 per person
Hole sponsors $100
For more information contact Steve Minsterketter 592-4237 or Larry Brunner 425-3940
National Jr. High Catholic Youth Conference
December 1, 2018
- What: Jr. High Youth Conference
- Who: Any Current 7th or 8th grade student
- Cost: $65 (Scholarships are available) Let us Know ASAP to reserve your ticket!!
- When: December 1, 2018
- Where: Nashville, TN
- Archdiocese of Nashville Catholic Pastoral Center
- Bus: Leaves 7:00 am Returns 10:00 pm
Deadline to order: November 19, 2018
Sponsored by Archdiocese Catholic Youth
Confirmation
- Our 8th Grade Confirmation Candidates have had their kick-off meeting and are beginning the preparation process!
- Please complete your online enrollment form, Sponsor form and T-shirt design contest by Sept. 5th!
- The Student-Sponsor Retreat Day is Sept. 29 from 2:00-6:00 pm.
- See Youth Ministry Page for upcoming Service Opportunities!
Sacraments
Please contact us in the Lifelong Formation Office if:
- your child needs to be baptized,
- if they are 2nd Grade or older and need to make their First Reconciliation
- 3rd grade or older and need to make their First Holy Communion
Contact cmckinley@stalbert.org or dkoeberlein@stalbert.org
First Communion Meeting
September 12 at 7:00 pm
There is an IMPORTANT First Communion Meeting for parents of students in 2nd grade or older who need to make their First Holy Communion on September 12 at 7:00 pm. Free Babysitting is offered for the first 12 who RSVP. Please complete the ONLINE enrollment form by Sept. 12 and bring your Plate Order Form if you'd like to paint a keepsake plate.
Blessing of the Animals
October 4th at 6:30 pm
Fr. Albert will conduct a service of the Blessing of the Animals on Thursday, October 4th at 6:30 PM in the Prayer Garden, which is located between the church and the school.
Bring your pets of all shapes and sizes for this blessing which takes place annually on the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals and ecology.
--- FROM YOUR PTO ---
Walk-a-thon
Wednesday Sept. 19, 2018
Our 3rd Annual St. Albert the Great PTO Walk-a-thon is next week!!
DONATIONS ARE DUE TOMORROW, TUESDAY, SEPETEMBER 11TH!
Help us reach our goal of $35,000 and every student earns a free dress day!
A reminder that the cafeteria will be closed on walk day and everyone must bring a sack lunch! Weather permitting everyone will eat outside, please send a towel for them to sit on during lunch.
Here is the updated walk day schedule:
- 9:45 Walk Kick off
- 10:10 4th Grade
- 10:10 Preschool
- 10:15 8th Grade
- 10:15 1st Grade
- 10:25 Kindergarten
- 10:25 7th Grade
- 10:35 5th Grade
- 10:40 3rd Grade
- 10:45 2nd Grade
- 10:50 6th Grade
We will be walking through the Graymoor-Devondale neighborhood this year, therefore we will need many volunteers walk day, please check out the sign up genius for opportunities to help!
Lunch will follow at 11:30, please remember that the cafeteria will be closed and everyone needs to bring a sack lunch and towel to sit on. Weather permitting we will eat outside! Walk day is a 12:30 dismissal day as well.
Check out the sign up genius for opportunities to help on walk day!
Save the Date: Haunted Halls
October 20, 2018, 6:30-8:30pm
- Mark your calendars now to join us for trick or treating through the hallways
- Pumpkin painting in the cafeteria & drinks, food and games in the gym!
- A ticket will be required for admission but tickets are FREE!
- Watch for the link to tickets along with additional information in upcoming Monday Memos, Facebook posts and Tuesday folders.
- E-mail ptohauntedhalls@stalbert.org if you’d like to help with the event! We need you!
SAVE the date: Viking Gala
January 26, 2019, 7:00pm
Shoparoo
- Shop. Snap. Earn.
- Download the free Shoparoo app
- Join the 10,000+ schools already earning thousands through Shoparoo.
- Choose St. Albert the Great when you sign up.
- Snap pictures of your receipts
- Every Receipt Counts!
- Earn cash for our school
- Shoparoo makes a donation for every receipt you submit.
- Share with your friends
- There’s strength in numbers - the more supporters we have, the more we earn.
Kroger Community Rewards
If you’re not currently a Community Rewards participant, sign up today! TO SIGN UP PLEASE VISIT www.krogercommunityrewards.com
St. Albert’s Code is 10132
****NO NEED TO RE-ENROLL IF YOU ARE ALREADY PARTICIPATING****
Every dollar you spend at Kroger is $$ for our PTO!!!
--- FROM YOUR SPORTS MINISTRY ---
Fall Sports Gate and Concession Stand Workers
Hello fall sports families!
We once again need your help to support our St. Albert Vikings.
- Each family is required to sign up for one slot during the season.
- Please sign up for an available date/time to work the gate or concession stand.
- When you sign up or sign up a sub, please note the name of the athlete(s) so you will receive credit for working.
- If you wish to have a sub work your shift, please refer to the sub list located on the Sports Ministry link. If you opted out and paid the $20 on SI play when you signed your child up for a sport this fall, I have your name and no action is required. Thanks!
- Thanks in advance for your support!
1st Annual East End Extravaganza
Archery TournamentDecember 8 & 9, 2018
Do you own your own business or work for a company that would support the St. Albert Archery Team?
We're seeking sponsors for our 1st Annual East End Extravaganza!
SAVE THE DATE: Trivia NIGHT
Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018
More details coming soon!
--- Service Opportunities & Youth Group ---
Ronald McDonald House
- EARLY DISMISSAL DAY! Let's Go Serve at the Ronald McDonald House! We'll do some house cleaning and bake some brownies!!
- 1:00-5:00 pm - Sept. 19
- We can take the First 8 Youth to sign up - 6th, 7th or 8th Graders
603 Mass Needs you!
Needed Volunteers:
- Hospitality Minister
- Set Up Hospitality Snacks
- Babysit in Nursery
Contact ebowling@stalbert.org
Youth Ministry Kick-off
ALL PARENTS & YOUTH & VOLUNTEERS!
6th-12th Grade
Come Join us for A Youth Ministry Kick-off
Sept. 26 at 7:00 pm OR Sept 30 at 7:00 pm
Come see the New Youth Room, Learn About Our Amazing Youth Ministry programs! The programs focus on faith, service and fellowship! We have Jr High Youth Ministry and High School Youth Ministry