Monday Memo
Week 27 | March 11-15, 2019
12:30 EARLY DISMISSAL DAY THIS WEDNESDAY (MARCH 13) PLAY CAFE IS OPEN, BUSES WILL RUN.
Reminders
- Safe Environment Training Workshop TONIGHT at 6:30 pm
- 12:30 Dismissal Day Wednesday, March 13th
- 3rd Quarter ends Wednesday, March 13th
- March 16th is St. Baldrick's at 6PM
- Spring Break is the first week of April (1-5)
- Good Friday (April 19th) is a 12:30 dismissal day (No PlayCafe)
- No school Easter Monday (April 22)
- No school Friday, May 3rd (Derby Weekend)
- Wednesday, May 8th is a 12:30 dismissal day
- As of now, the last day of school is Thursday, May 23rd which is a 12:30pm dismissal day (No PlayCafe)
--- From The School Office ---
Spring is here!
Since daylight savings time has just started, and with the completion of the Terra Nova test at the end of last week, we have found in years past that both of these things sometimes make it difficult for students to stay focused on their school work. Though we are getting close to the “home stretch” of the school year, we are not there yet. Our faculty and staff continue to work diligently with your children to optimize their learning. We are appreciative of your continued support as we work together in this daily pursuit of excellence. It is essential that we continue to work together as a team.
Being part of this team, we ask your cooperation with the following:
- Please remember to check and sign Tuesday folders, and return them to school each week.
- Continue checking your child’s grades on Sycamore, and communicating any concerns you may have to their teacher.
- Try to keep bedtime routines as consistent as possible. Getting a good night’s sleep is essential for success in the classroom.
Thank you for your help and support!
Debbie Abbott
Assistant Principal --- Around The School ---
Preschool Dr. Seuss Week
Last week the preschool students celebrated Dr. Seuss. We had a special activity for each day which included wearing our favorite hat, crazy socks, pajamas and different colors throughout the week. Each of the teachers did different crafts, prepared different snacks, made a Dr. Seuss book, drew Dr. Seuss characters , watched videos and read many Dr. Seuss books.
Any St. Albert student that signs up to shave their head or donate a pony-tail by March 15th will be entered into a drawing for a $20 Dave & Buster’s Gift Card.
We have over 80 people signed up to donate hair by shaving or a pony tail. WOW!
https://www.stbaldricks.org/events/stalbert2019
If your family is not braving the shave or donating a pony-tail, no worries, please join us on March 16th . You will see students and families giving of themselves like you have never seen before. It is AMAZING!
We will be ready to celebrate “Kicking Cancer” this Saturday. Hope you will join us!
New Kid Zone!
Questions? Want to Donate? Want to Volunteer?
E-mail us: StBaldricks@StAlbert.org
New Kid Zone! Sponsored by:
St. Baldrick's Bake Sale
Bake Sale for St. Baldrick's: Saturday, March 16, 2019- Calling all bakers and volunteers to bake goodies to sell at St. Baldrick's. Please drop off at the school office on Friday, March 15th BEFORE 1:00pm OR bring to the event on Saturday night. All proceeds will be donated to St. Baldricks.
We also need adult and student volunteers to work the bake sale booth the night of St. Baldricks, Satuday March 16th.
Please sign up below if you can help with either or both.
Contact Peggy Hertel with any bake sale questions. Peggy.hertel1971@gmail.com
2019-2020 School CAlendar
Linked below is the 2019-2020 school calendar. A few changes on the 2019-2020 calendar compared to this year's, 2018-2019, school calendar:
- Our grading periods have moved from quarters to trimesters.
- Our 12:30 dismissal (Professional Development for teachers) days have been moved to Fridays.
- The days before conference breaks (October 2, February 12) will be 12:30 dismissals.
World Down Syndrome Day
Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day by "Rocking Your Socks" on 3/21! Next Thursday all students are allowed to wear mismatched socks. The idea is that by wearing mismatched socks, you are celebrating your acceptances of others differences.
Assumption High School Summer Camps 2019
Now is the time to start planning for summer, and Assumption High School is excited to announce that registration for the 2019 camp schedule is now open! Assumption is offering a variety of stimulating enrichment and athletic summer camps, including 10 new options. We hope your family will be able to take advantage of some of these opportunities, and we ask that you please help spread the word with families that you know. Space is limited, so visit ahsrockets.org to learn more and register today! Contact lauren.lega@ahsrockets.org for questions.
Through 8 weeks of summer overnight camp, as well as school programming in the spring and fall, YMCA Camp Piomingo provides experiential learning opportunities and encourages campers to develop both life skills and character education. Multiple studies have shown that the activities and atmosphere at summer camp not only prevents summer learning loss but also creates an outdoor classroom that taps into academic success.
We want all students to have the benefit of these experiences, so we are reaching out to see if there is an opportunity to work more closely with your school. I have proposed some ideas below and would appreciate it if you could let me know if you are the person we would work with or if there is someone else I should contact at your school. We are hoping to impact as many campers, families, and schools as possible.
School Board Wants you!
School Board is now seeking volunteers and nominations for the open Voting Member positions for the upcoming 2019-20 school year. We are seeking individuals to fill the following positions: Vice Chair, Planning Chair, Development Chair, Technology Chair
Contact Ann Abrams, School Board Secretary, at schoolboard-secretary@stalbert.org for more information or click on the link below.
--- From The Library ---
Storytelling Club Remaining Meetings
- March 19, 26
- April 9- Last Meeting
Student Library Council Remaining Meetings
- March 28
- April 11, 25
--- From The ParisH ---
Help Our Neighbors in Appalachia!
SAVE THE DATE! There will be a donation truck here on St. Albert the Great Campus on March 16th. The truck will be here to collect donations for our neighbors in Appalachia at the Pirarist Outreach Center. Needed items include: cleaning supplies (cleansers, bleach, ammonia, mops, sponges, buckets, brooms, etc.), gently-used clothing of any kind, iPads or laptops, school supplies (No Backpacks), diapers, individually packaged snacks, and more. Please help our neighbors in need by dropping off donations on March 16th between 9:00AM and 3:00PM. The truck will be located behind the Sacred Heart Center garage.
2019 Pictorial Directory
This Thursday, March 14th, is our first day of photography for the 2019 Pictorial Directory!! Just a reminder to please avoid wearing the color Green as we will be using Green Screen technology for crisper, clearer photographs!
School Carpool will remain normal, so if you have an appointment Monday-Friday between 1:30 and 3:00pm, please park in the front parking lot off of Girard Drive, directly across from the School Office and the Church.
Click here to signup for your appointment today!
We still have a few volunteer positions in March that we need to fill! Please, if you are available to help as a Greeter CLICK HERE. Any student between 7th and 12th grade can use this opportunity to collect service hours! Click Here to volunteer!
Haven't signed up for your picture yet? We have appointments available in May! CLICK HERE to signup today!
Summer Mission Trip
8th Graders!!!
Join the 2019 Summer Mission Trip!
July 6-13th! with CAP - Christian Appalachian Project
ONLY $500 & we have fundraisers!
Contact Cindy McKinley for any questions
--- FROM YOUR PTO ---
PTO Elections
The PTO is now accepting your nominations for the following positions on the PTO Executive Board for the 2019-2020 school year!
We currently have one Executive Board position open for nominations: Vice President has a three (3) year term and requires one (1) prior year of service on St. Albert's PTO. As a parent at the school, you are automatically a PTO member so as long as you have been in the school for a year, you are eligible to run for office.
The positions of Past President (Laura Nash) and President (Chris Wahl) are closed as they are multi-year terms.
All nominees should show a strong commitment to the purpose of the PTO. You may nominate yourself or someone you think will honorably represent the position.
Please send in your nominations by February 15, 2019 to pto@stalbert.org.
PTO Elections Committee
--- FROM YOUR SPORTS MINISTRY ---
Lenten Fish frydays!
The Lenten season is just around the corner, and that means it's time to start planning for the St Albert Fish Fry. This event is a primary fundraiser for the Sports Ministry and popular event for our parish.
We need you to help make the fish fry a success! All families participating in our sports programs are required to volunteer for at least one work shift and help clear tables.
Clearing tables is assigned by grade. Your child should report to work on your child's assigned night. There are two shifts. 6-7pm or 7-8pm.
- March 15th : 7th & 2nd
- March 22nd: 6th & 3rd
- March 29th: 4th Grade
- April 12th: 5th Grade
Many hands make light work. Below is the sign up link for all the positions that need to be filled each week. (Adults only in serving lines, food prep and cashiers)
St. x swim clinic
Prepare your swimmer for their summer swim team, sign up for the spring swim clinic at Saint Xavier High School! Our nationally ranked program offers an opportunity for your swimmer to learn essential skills and techniques to gain a competitive advantage in the water. The clinics at Saint Xavier promote a positive learning environment for ALL. Swimmers will be provided the tools to build self-confidence and will set personal goals that enrich self-esteem through a fun and competitive learning process.
Be the fastest kid on the block this summer by signing up for the Saint Xavier’s spring swim clinic! Our Spring 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!
Safe Environment Training
If you are interested in coaching an athletic team and have not attended a workshop, St Albert will be hosting a 2 hour Safe Environment Training Workshop on March 11th at 6:30 pm. This is required for all coaches, including assistants.
--- FROM OUR Youth Ministry ---
NCYC
8th Graders!
Did you Know?! You may be a delegate to the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) as a Freshman in November!!
St. Albert can take 10 delegates - so grab your spot ASAP! November 21-23rd in INDY! ONLY $250 (about half-price thanks to StAG) and we do fundraising!
DEADLINE is March 11