Monday Memo
Week 08 | October 8-12, 2018
Sycamore: Update Family Information
Please double check and confirm contact information for your Sycamore Account
- At some point during the Sycamore transition process this summer some of the phone numbers for many of our contacts got switched around.
- The school office needs to be able to contact at least one parent at any given time via phone. Some of the numbers linked to our families are incorrect and need to be updated.
- Please follow the instructions linked below to go in and update and confirm contact details.
--- From The School Office ---
Parent Tech Talk: Internet Safety
Thursday, November 15th 6:30 to 8:30 pm
As a ministry of our parish, we would like to offer an opportunity for parents to ask questions and discuss the current digital landscape that we all live in -- specifically how this landscape affects our children and our students. Technology can be an incredible force for good, but as parents, we still need to guide our children to become good digital citizens. Parents therefore need to be aware of the questions and challenges that today's children face.
The seminar will consist of a short presentation and then group discussions on tips, tricks and case studies pertaining to our children growing up with technology. Topics will range from toddlers using YouTube to the teenagers getting into social media.
I will be facilitating the presentation on Thursday, November 15th 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Students can attend, but the session will be more oriented towards parents. Child care is not provided.
NOTE: You do not have be a St. Albert parent to attend. All are welcome.
Bill Henderson
School Director of Technology--- From The Library ---
Book Fair Success!
Thanks goes out to everyone for supporting our Scholastic book fair this year! Because of you, we will be able to donate a combined total of $2000 in books to our classroom libraries! Additionally, the library will receive $1000 for replacing old, damaged books. Our book fair prize drawing results are also in. The following students will choose their prize from a selection of books, posters, and illustrator Scott Soeder's art prints!
- PreK: Louisa Smith
- KA-Madison Krill
- 1A: Nora Wahl
- 2A: Asher Simon
- 3A: Andrei Delong
- 4C: Tyson Taylor
- 5B: Nick Seawood
- 6A: Noah McQuillen
- 7C: Anthony Ricketts
- 8C: Ava Fears
Congratulations! Our next book fair will be held during conferences in February.
Library Council
Meets this Thursday, October 11 from 2:45-4:00!
Remaining 1st semester meetings:
- Oct 11, Oct 25
- Nov 8, 15, 29
- Dec 13- Holiday Party & Secret Santa Maker Exchange
Wanted: Parent Library Committee
Mrs. Brown is looking for a few regular volunteers to assist with circulation, shelving, and book repair. If interested, please email cbrown@stalbert.org.
Circulation Reminder
While we work to repair our computer catalog, students will not check out books this week.
Book Orders Extended!
For those that loved our guest author at the book swap, Mrs. Brown is extending the order deadline for Marcie Colleen's books! Orders are due by Friday, October 12.
--- Around The School ---
Chitwoodstock
Saturday October 13th, 2 pm - midnight
Come support Chitwoodstock Saturday October 13th, 2 pm - midnight in honor of St. Albert parishioner Kevin Chitwood. All day music fest for all ages, kids activities, arts and crafts, food, kickball and more! Tickets are $20 and 18 and under are FREE!
Proceeds benefit Kevin Chitwood Foundation that provides local scholarships and community support.
Get your tickets today!
Friday IS Dollar Dress Down Day
Friday, October 12
Please refer to the parent/student handbook for appropriate attire
Proceeds benefit 8th Grade Activities
Sprouts Trunk or Treat
Join us Friday October 12th for our Trunk-or-Treat Bash!
7:00-9:00pm
Trunkers Needed: Grab some Candy, a Costume, and Decorate your Car!
We will have Face Painting, A Dance Party, Games & Raffles!
All Parish & School Children Preschool-1st Grade Sibling Welcome!
More information contact sprouts@stalbert.org
Drumming Workshop
Begins Oct. 22
Grades 4-8
Drumming workshop with Ms. Peake and Billy Masterson on Mondays 3:00-4:30, starting Oct. 22 - Nov. 12. Fee is $60 per student payable by first class with check made to Ms. Peake. No refunds for missed classes. Students may bring snack. Pickup by music room breezeway. Parents may arrive at 4:15 on final day of class for an informal drumming performance.
NeedeD: Bus Captain
Does your child ride the bus? Are you looking for a way to help out?
Given the growth and expansion of our bussing system at St. Albert, we are currently looking for someone to serve as a School Bus Captain for St. Albert. This is a new opportunity for someone to get involved and work with Administration and Miller Transportation on things such as bus routes, fees, the number of busses St. Albert uses, etc. We’d love for someone that has an interest in the bus procedures to take on this new advisory role. If you are interested, please reach out to Abby Goodloe at schoolboard-chair@stalbert.org
--- From The ParisH ---
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
First Communion
Those First Communion Students who ordered a Keepsake Plate - remember to come to Visitation Hall this Wednesday, October 10th! beginning at 6:30 pm to paint your plate!!
The Family Retreat Day is Sunday, October 21 from 9:00 am - 11:30 am in the Parish Life Complex! First Communion Students and their Parents are to attend this wonderful experience together! and attend the 10:30 am Mass
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--- FROM YOUR PTO ---
Haunted Halls
October 20, 2018 | 6:30-8:30pm
2019 Viking Gala
The Viking Gala committee is working hard to ensure we have a fabulous event that is also a successful fundraiser for our school. The committee would like each family to secure a donation for the gala’s silent auction. Please see the attached donation confirmation letter, as well as a sample letter you can modify and present to businesses to solicit a donation. You can submit your donation confirmation to the front office c/o the Viking Gala Committee, or use this convenient google form to submit your information. Please email ptogala@stalbert.org with any questions.
Gala Kid Art
The Gala Kid Art committee is seeking volunteers to help create the art work for each class that will be auctioned off the night of the Gala! It is one of the most exciting times during the Gala and each year the kids create priceless works for their families to take home. Please sign up with the link below if you would like to help! If you have questions, please email Jennifer at jenniferstarke31@gmail.com.
--- FROM YOUR SPORTS MINISTRY ---
Winter Sports Registration
- Basketball and Archery went live September 17th with Early Bird pricing. Late fees begin October 8th and end permanently October 15th.
- Swimming goes live December 3rd with Early Bird pricing. Late fees begin December 17th and end permanently December 23rd.
- Boys Volleyball goes live January 7th with Early Bird pricing. Late fees begin January 28th and end permanently February 4th.
- Cheerleading for the winter season goes live September 24th with Early Bird pricing. Late fees begin October 8th and ends permanently October 15th.
--- Service Opportunities & Youth Group ---
Bonfire Night!
Regional Jr High Bonfire Night coming November 3rd at Epiphany Church 5:00-8:30 pm! Mass, Games, Hot Dogs, S'mores! Will Light up your night!! Click below to sign up
Jr High Youth Night
Jr High Youth Night in the NEW Youth Room!
6th 7th & 8th Graders - October 17 6:30-8:30pm
Bring Your Friends!
Fun and Faith-Sharing - RSVP
Catholic Charities Donation Truck
7th & 8th Graders! Social Concerns Committee needs volunteers for the Oct. 20 Catholic Charities Household Items Collection that will be in the church parking lot from 9 am - 3 pm (2.5 hour shifts)
Pumpkin Deliver to Nursing Homes
Jr High and High School Youth - Families with Younger Children! Come help cheer up our friends at area nursing homes by delivering our painted pumpkins!! October 21 from 3:00-5:30 pm!
Pumpkin Painting!
Jr High and High School Youth are encouraged to come help with the Pumpkin Painting during Haunted Halls on October 20th from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm!
Plate Painting Service Project
Jr High Youth are invited to come help with the First Communion Plate Painting Night with set-up and cleanup. Oct. 10 from 6:00 pm until around 8:45 pm