Monday Memo
Week 15 | DEC. 3-7, 2018
Hour of Code 2018
St. Albert the Great K-8 Students code throughout the school year, but this week we are part of a worldwide movement!
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For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. (John 3:16)
Advent: A Time of Hope
With the beginning of Advent, let’s try not to let it get crowded out with the fast paced world we live in today. In the Church, we mark the progress of Advent by lighting a new candle each week on our Advent Wreath. To help make this Advent a time of hope, I encourage all our families to do three things. First, pray together as a family, asking God to bless and protect each family member. Secondly, to commit to helping others in need. And finally, to rediscover the gift of God’s healing forgiveness in the sacrament of Penance.
Pope Francis said, “The time of Advent...returns us to the horizon of hope, a hope that does not disappoint because it is founded on the Word of God. A hope that does not disappoint because the Lord never disappoints! He is faithful!” Together, let’s really make this Advent a time of hope.
Debbie Abbott
Asst. Principal--- Around The School ---
Technology Showcase Website
Here is the link to the website created to showcase the work our students are completing in class. Please keep in mind this is updated often and not all classes have examples uploaded at this time. I will keep you posted on class updates via my Facebook page- Ms. Finley's Technology Class. Join my page if you have not already!
Eight Grade Midterms
The Eighth Grade will be taking Midterm exams during the last week of school before Christmas Break. It will be a great way to prepare for the high school experience. Below is the schedule.
St. Baldrick's is coming!
As we gear up for the 2019 St. Albert St. Baldrick’s event we are looking for volunteers to share their talents and fill a few key roles. Join us as we March (16th) to $2 million dollars raised to help children fighting cancer! If you are interested in one of these volunteer options, or want to explore other opportunities to help, contact us at stbaldricks@stalbert.org.
- Barber Recruiter
- Shavee Recruiter
- Recognition Coordinator
- Honored Families Coordinator
- Silent Auction Coordinator
- Bake Sale Coordinator
St. X Winter Swim Clinic
As we begin to prepare for winter, Saint Xavier High School is offering a unique opportunity for your students to learn swimming skills from our nationally ranked program. Our winter swim clinic serves the needs of ALL students, and promotes positive learning and goal setting that builds confidence in all participants. If you would please make the following available to your students and their parents in an email/newsletter, we would greatly appreciate it.
Give the gift of swimming this Christmas, sign up for the Saint Xavier’s winter swim clinic! Our Winter Swim Clinic is a great way to involve young athletes and promote positive learning from our highly experienced coaching staff. Our commitment to excellence shows with our extreme attention to detail. These clinics are open to any child between ages 4-14 at any skill level. We would love to have your child in the water at St. X! Register soon, rates are discounted until December 10th.
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Confirmation
Confirmation Candidates! 8th Grade Religion Class!
Please click on the link below to make your Grandparent's Day Reservation - Feb. 6, 2019
PARENTS! Mark your calendars for the Reflection Night for Parents of our Confirmandi - January 9 from 7:00-9:00 pm in the Parish Life Complex! You won’t want to miss this evening of prayer and discussion with some of our high school students!
(Our non-Catholic friends are welcome to join us!)
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PTO Teacher's Christmas Collection
Christmas will be here before we know it! We know many of you shop during Thanksgiving break so allow the PTO to alleviate some of your shopping stress by taking care of your teacher gift giving! We are collecting money that will be divided out among our outstanding teachers and presented to them during their Christmas Luncheon. Instead of receiving several small gifts, each teacher will receive a substantial monetary gift that they can spend as they please. The teachers really enjoy receiving these monetary gifts during Christmastime.
Please send your check (made out to the St. Albert PTO) to the school office in an envelope marked: “PTO Teacher’s Christmas Collection” by Dec. 10th.
Santa Secret Shop 2018
The PTO is preparing to host Santa Secret Shop Dec 4, 5 & 6th. The Santa Secret Shop is a special place where the kids can buy gifts for family and friends. All gifts are $10 and under. Time to start earning their money for shopping! Please consider volunteering to experience first hand the joy and excitement the kids have about giving to others!
Teacher/Staff Christmas Luncheon and Cookie Exchange
The holiday luncheon for the St. Albert staff will be held on Wednesday, December 19th, and we have MANY opportunities to assist in making this a fabulous event for our teachers, administrators, and parish staff! Please see the signup genius and select the ways in which you can contribute.
2019 Viking Gala Tickets!
Don't miss the opportunity to experience My Old St. Albert Home, the Derby themed Viking Gala. Tickets are now on sale for the event, which will be held on January 26, 2019. Tickets purchased before November 30th will be entered into a raffle for the opportunity to win a VIP Gala Experience! Check out this flyer for more information on ticket purchases.
Calling all ParentRAZZI!
The PTO wants all our Vikings in the Yearbook!
Please submit any photos you take throughout the school year from school games, clubs, events, and activities to ptoyearbook@stalbert.org.
Please be sure to include in the email, the students’ names, grades and team/club/event.
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GATE & CONCESSION DUTIES
Winter Sports Families:
Each family is required work one gate or concession shift. This means if your child is playing basketball, boys volleyball or swimming you need to work a shift in the St. Albert gym. These volunteer hours greatly reduce the cost of all sports at St. Albert. After December 7th, the remaining slots will be randomly filled with families who have yet to sign up. Thanks so much for your support.
Archery Families:
We are offering volunteer spots at our tournament on December 8th-9th as an alternative to gate and concession duty at St Albert gym. In order to put on this great tournament, we are in desperate need of volunteers! We need as many people there to run this tournament effectively. The proceeds from the tournament will help with equipment costs for our archery teams.
CSAA ST ALBERT SWIM TEAM REGISTRATION
Registration for the St Albert Swim Team will open in SI Play on Monday, December 3rd. The $35 late fee begins on December 17th. Registration closes at midnight on December 23rd. No registrations will be accepted after the closing date.
SPIRIT WEAR SOCKS
Looking for some stocking stuffers? How about some Viking stockings!
SAAM will be selling blue or white spirit wear athletic socks in the concession stand at St Albert gym during basketball games. $15 per pair. Cash only. Don’t delay. They will sell out quickly.
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Christmas Dinner for Homeless
DECEMBER 8th & 9th! - Christmas Dinner for the Homeless at the Cathedral of the Assumption! They expect over 200 guests for this celebration and will need many volunteers. They need help on Dec. 8 to decorate and they need servers for the sit-down dinner on Dec. 9
St. Vincent de Paul's Santa Shop
St. Vincent de Paul's Santa Shop is Sunday, December 9th! Volunteers are needed to walk with clients to help them choose gifts and clothes for their children for Christmas! Santa Shop is Dec. 9 from Noon-6 and you can work a 2 hour shift or longer. They say they need people working later in the afternoon if that works for you. It will be at St. Vincent dePaul Family Success Center - 1029 S Preston Street in their gym. "Go on your own" Youth with an adult!
Jr High Youth Night
JUNIOR HIGH YOUTH!
Grades 6-8!
”Light of the World!”
December 12th - Jr High Youth Night 6:30-8:30 pm in the Youth Room! Come have a blast with your friends - snacks, activities, faith sharing! Creating Light for the World!