Monday Memo
Week 15 | Nov 18-22, 2019
First Trimester Report Cards (08/14-11/08) have been posted to Sycamore
NOTE: Signatures are not required for first of second trimesters. The graphic indicates that you are expected to 'sign' the report card. That is not the case.
--- From The Office ---
A Gratitude Adjustment
Next week starts the beginning of the holiday season. It's a perfect time to work on being "intentionally grateful". Reggie Joiner talks about "A Gratitude Adjustment" in the following post:
Mary Heather Adam
Learning Differences Coordinator
Gifts From The Heart
St. Albert School will be collecting and donating “Gifts from the Heart” to St. Vincent de Paul again this year. St. Vincent de Paul converts the Family Success Center into a mini mall filled with new donated toys, clothing, sports equipment and all kinds of treats for parents to shop for their families. Every new gift helps to make a difference. Please see the following list and if you would like to participate, bring your gift to school by Monday, December 9.
- Preschool: Gift cards: Target, Walmart, Fast Food…
- Kindergarten: Infant clothes
- First grade: Boys shirts, underwear, socks
- Second grade: Girls tops, underwear, socks
- Third grade: Sweatshirts, jackets, coats: Both boys and girls
- Fourth grade: Sweatpants, Thermal shirts and pants: Both boys and girls
- Fifth grade: Sweaters: Both boys and girls
- Sixth grade: Mens clothes: all sizes up to XXL
- Seventh grade: Pajamas, Sleep pants, Slippers: Both boys and girls
- Eighth grade: Blue jeans: both boys and girls, Wristlets/Wallets
Thank you for considering to help.
--- Around The School ---
Doughnut Days
Grades 4-8 November 19th 7:25 am in MiniLab hall
Bring $1 to purchase a doughnut (1 doughnut per student) Sale ends when announcements start at 7:50 am
Grades 1-3 November 20th 7:25 am in the cafeteria
Bring $1 to purchase a doughnut (1 doughnut per student) Sale ends when announcements start at 7:50 am
Preschool and Kindergarten November 20th
Bring $1 to purchase a doughnut (1 doughnut per student) Doughnuts will be delivered to the classrooms for teachers to pass out to students.
***Goldfish Crackers are available each day for $1 for those with food allergies.
$1.00 Dress Down Day
$1.00 Dress Down Day Friday November 22nd
$1.00 dollar dress down days are fundraisers for the 8th grade class. The 8th graders appreciate your support!
Art Classes
New classes posted- Christmas Canvas and Hot Chocolate Ornaments with Stirring Spoons!
6-8th Grade Pep Club
Click here to learn more about the Pep Club! Parents, please complete the following form if your child is interested!
Safe Environment Training
6:30 pm, Tuesday, November 19, 2019
St. Albert is hosting another training class for the safe environment/honor thy children. This is a free class that is required for all volunteers -- anyone working with students. This includes coaches and parent chaperones.
No signup necessary, attend and sign in when you arrive.
Textbook Logins
Online Textbook logins for students can be found at the spreadsheet linked below.
--- From The ParisH ---
Inclement Weather Policy
Echo the Story Bible Study
Calling all interested 6th-8th grade youth! Starting in November on select Sundays from 4:30-6 PM, 412 Youth will gather for a 12 session Bible study that will take us from Genesis through Acts in an imaginative way. It will allow us to engage the Bible using storytelling, creative reflection, and dialogue. See the flyer or visit https://stalbert.org/youth-ministry/ for more information. Click the link to RSVP!
Save the Date: Picnic 2020
SAVE THE DATE
St. Albert the Great Parish Picnic
Family Night: June 18th
June 19th & 20th, 2020
--- FROM YOUR PTO ---
PTO Meeting Reminder
The 2nd PTO meeting of the year will be this Wednesday 11/20 @ 6:30 PM in the Sacred Heart Center!! We look forward to seeing everyone there!
Secret Santa Shop
The PTO is preparing for the Santa Secret Shop and card making event in the Parish Life Center December 3-5. The Santa Secret Shop is a special place where you can buy gifts for family and friends. Start earning your money! Gifts in all price ranges & every child can make as many cards as they want during their scheduled time.
Please also consider giving your time to help help our kids learn the valuable lesson of giving to others during this season. It is always exciting to help the kids find just the right present to surprise their loved ones!
SAVE THE DATE: Eat & Shop on December 8th
--- FROM YOUR SPORTS MINISTRY ---
Spirit Wear
Don't forget about St. Albert Spirit Wear for the people on your Christmas list! Click below to order today!
The SquadLocker is having a special holiday offer of 15% off all orders using code COZY15 and 20% off Holiday Outerwear! Free Shipping on Orders $125.00
New items for youth are being added this week.
--- OTHER NEWS ---
high School Open Houses & Placement Test Info
Open houses provide opportunities for students and parents to visit Catholic secondary school campuses. Open houses may include tours, special programs, and demonstrations. The format of the open house is interactive, and parents and students will have the opportunity to ask questions. Refer to the listing of secondary schools on the left for the open house schedule for each school.
All students who plan to attend a Catholic secondary school must take the placement test at the secondary school they plan to attend.
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Winter Holiday Clinic
December 27-29, 2019
Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 1-4 p.m.
@ Shamrock Hall Gym
Finish 2019 off the right way with the Trinity Soccer Rocks! Clinic will consist of basic skill development, along with a mixture of small-sided games and Futsal. The clinic is a GreaT opportunity to work with Trinity Head Soccer Coach, Dale Helfrich, his staff and team, while helping to cure the winter/holiday blues (and get the boys out of the house).
The clinic will cap at 50 players (REGISTER NOW!!)
Cost is $120.00 before August 1st; $130.00 after August 1st
For Boys Grades 6th - 8th
QUESTIONS? CONTACT: Coach Helfrich at 502-445-3482 or helfrich@trinityrocks.com
