Monday Memo

Week 34 | May 3-7, 2021

Upcoming EVENTS

NEw In this Week's Edition:

  • Three Weeks to go!

  • Collecting Quarters for Charities

  • COVID Regulations Change

  • New Classroom Update!

  • Sarah Salyer Memorial Powderpuff Game

  • East Coast Expedition 2022

  • Student Council 21-22

  • Dollar Dress Down Day -- May 7th

  • Details about Field Day & our Walk-A-Thon are out! Sign Up to Help!

  • SAAM Service Opportunities

  • Lots and lots of Summer Camp opportunities available for your kiddos

Collection for Catholic Charities

May 10-14, 2021

As you may know, Catholic Charities is one of the largest organizations that welcomes immigrants and refugees in the state of Kentucky.

Our school is collaborating with the parish Social Concerns Committee to assist Catholic Charities in meeting the needs of those they serve. We are collecting quarters to be used for laundry services along with the items listed below that will be available to Catholic Charities clients through the Sr. Visitor Center.

Thank you in advance for your support and generosity!


  • Preschool (3’s and 4’s) - Toothpaste and Toothbrushes

  • JK and Kindergarten - Hand or Body Lotion

  • 1st Grade - Sunscreen

  • 2nd Grade - Shaving Cream

  • 3rd Grade - Disposable Razors

  • 4th Grade - Toilet Paper

  • 5th Grade - Paper Towels

  • 6th Grade - Deodorant

  • 7th Grade - Diapers

  • 8th Grade - Baby Wipes


Debbie Abbott

Assistant Principal

COVID REGULATION CHANGES

Thank you to everyone that has helped in keeping our community safe and healthy. After a couple of successful weeks without any COVID-19 positive cases, we will be making some adjustments. The updated COVID regulations starting Tuesday, May 4, 2021 are as follows:

  • Temperature checks will be suspended (Preschool will continue to check temperatures)

  • Homeroom classes will now be allowed to mix at outdoor recess. Masks should still be worn, if in close proximity, but if running and keeping distance, masks can come down. Homerooms will still be separated while eating lunch.

  • Some classes will be traveling to special area classrooms. Homerooms will travel strategically outside as much as possible to avoid crossing paths with other students. Special area classrooms will sanitize touchpoints between classes.

New Classroom Update

We are very excited that the Hendricks Hall committee has met and decided on the following items for our new classrooms:

  • Paint color has been chosen

  • Flooring has been chosen

  • New and improved lighting has been ordered

  • Cabinets and countertops have been chosen

  • New child size appropriate sinks have been chosen

  • Teachers have decided on their new furniture and other exciting additions to their classrooms

Renovations are scheduled to begin June 1, 2021

--- Around the school ---

Sarah Salyer Memorial Powderpuff Game

St. Albert vs. St. Michael

100% of the profit from both teams will go towards a donation for suicide prevention in Sarah’s name.

When: Wednesday June 2, 2021

Where: Skyview Park Football Stadium

Admission: $5 advance tickets and $7 tickets at the door

We are looking for donors for the game! All donations are welcome but any company that donates $250 or more will have their logo on the back of the shirt! Donation deadlines for t-shirts are due no later than May 21st!

T Shirts will be available for purchase details coming soon.

We need parent volunteers to head up concessions and coordinate volunteers to run the concession stand and arrange donations.

We also need baskets from local high schools to raffle off!!

If you are interested in helping or donating please contact Becca Turner (bturner@stalbert.org)

East Coast Expedition 2022

For Current 7th Graders (Class of 2022)

As many of you may have heard, we are in the beginning stages of discussing an East Coast expedition for next year.

As an educator, I have planned and led trips to the East Coast for 24 years. I am passionate about our students learning about this great country, experiencing it first hand, and at the same time learning so many “LIFE” skills that prepare students for high school and college.

We will meet in the Saint Albert the Great cafeteria on Thursday, May 20th at 6:00PM.

Please mark the date on your calendars and plan on attending.

-- Mrs. Deanna O'Keefe

Student Appreciation Day

Thursday, May 13th will be Student Appreciation Day! Mrs. Grider will provide lunches, and the students will be allowed to take their lunch outside! Remember to bring your beach towels! We will be providing music and a sweet treat for you! We love our students!


Thank you BOTH! Excited for a fun day!

Summer Programs

The following academic programs are being offered this summer:

Homework Club, Grades 6-8

St. Albert the Great is pleased to announce an after school program, Homework Club, developed for students currently in grades 6-8 who are challenged by completing their homework in a timely manner, need additional assistance with assignments, and or need to to prepare for tests and quizzes.

Homework Club is a structured environment where students will receive small group attention and motivation in a warm and encouraging atmosphere.

The goal of Homework Club is to help students become resourceful and proactive learners. Students will become empowered to take charge of their academics and learn the art of successful study habits.

Homework Club Mentors will be Mrs. O’Keefe, Mrs. Short, and Ms. Adam

Club participation is limited to 20 students per day.

  • When: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays

  • Time: 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm

  • Where: 8C Mrs. O’Keefe’s Homeroom

  • Cost: $12 per session

  • Pick up: 4:15 pm SHARP Junior High Breezeway door

Amazon Smile

Want to help make a difference while you shop in the Amazon app, at no extra cost to you? Simply follow the instructions below to select "St. Albert the Great Church" as your charity and activate AmazonSmile in the app. They'll donate a portion of your eligible mobile app purchases to us.


How it works:

1. Open the Amazon app on your phone

2. Select the main menu (=) & tap on "AmazonSmile" within Programs & Features

3. Select "St. Albert the Great Church" as your charity

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to activate AmazonSmile in the mobile app

Student Council 21-22

Current 6/7th graders will bring home a form to complete if they are interested in joining the Student Council for next year. Check the Tuesday Folders tomorrow. Completed forms are due 5/13. Thank you!

Dollar Dress Down Day

*Eighth Graders are asked to wear their future high school sweatshirt for a group picture!

LAST DAY OF SCHOOL

The last day of school for the 2020-2021 school year is Tuesday, May 25. This will be a 12:30 dismissal.

Vacation Bible School

June 8, 9 and 10 from 9:00 am - NOON

PK - 5th Grade welcome!

Our theme is "UNDER CONSTRUCTION: Building Our Faith with St. Joseph!"

Pope Francis has declared the liturgical year 2020-2021 "The Year of St. Joseph - With a Father's Heart" and we're going to have lots of fun with our construction theme and building our faith with the Bible and St. Joseph!

We will use outdoor spaces in the garden area, the cafeteria, the gym, the field, the PLC along with some classrooms! Registrations are now being accepted! Get your Registration form at the link below or in the Gathering Space. Please return the form to St. Albert Parish Office.

--- From The ParisH ---

Parish Pastoral Council -- Open Positions

It is with great pleasure to announce that it is time to begin the process of identifying new members for the Parish Pastoral Council (PPC). In consultation with the Pastor, the PPC actively listens to and identifies the needs and concerns of the parishioners and develops a parish pastoral plan to respond to these needs working closely with the parish staff. The Council also seeks to implement the plan by seeking the involvement of parishioners.

We are in need of 4 parishioners who possess the following qualities:

A desire for spiritual growth in themselves and the Parish

An enthusiasm about the future direction of the Parish

A willingness to listen, to speak honestly and to work toward consensus

The ability to inspire and empower others to delegate

Flexibility and openness with people and ideas

What we are asking of you is the following:

Consider if you have the above qualities, and if so, prayerfully consider nominating yourself

Consider others within the Parish that you feel exhibit the above qualities and nominate them (with their approval)

Nominations can be sent to mamapesce@yahoo.com, subject line: PPC Nomination, or can be brought to the Parish office.

--- FROM YOUR PTO ---

Pop-Up Used Uniform Sale!

THIS Sunday, May 2nd from 11am to 1pm in the Parish Life Center.

All items are $2 except spirit wear and white shirts are $0.50.

Cash or check only are accepted.

Time to Order School Supplies for Next Year!

NEW! CUSTOM SCHOOL KITS ON SALE NOW! Customized school kits that match the teachers’ list at St. Albert.

Order from our friends at Bright SchoolKitz® at SCHOOLKITZ.COM. Supplies competitively priced against local & online retailers are filled with brand names & quality products. $5 discount for each kit ordered by the last day of school- MAY 25TH!

Teacher Appreciation Luncheon

Help us show our appreciation to the faculty and staff at St. Albert.

The PTO will supply the pizza, and would like to ask for donations from parents to help complete the luncheon.

Please drop off your donation to the school office on Wednesday, May 5, before 10:00 am. Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!

Walking on Sunshine - Field Day 2021

Save the date! Our St. Albert “Walking On Sunshine” walk-a-thon is scheduled for May 24th in conjunction with Field Day. We need your help to make this PTO fundraiser successful!

To volunteer on the day, please use this signup genius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e044fa8a82dabfb6-walking

For more information about being a sponsor, please email ptowalk@stalbert.org. Our sponsorship deadline is May 5th.

Walking on Sunshine - Field Day 2021

Don’t forget to turn in your permission slip and T-shirt size form by this Wednesday, May 5!

Online fundraising is underway for this year’s Viking Walk-a-thon! Share the website Vikings.RallyUp.com/Vikings with your friends and family via social media or email.

The PTO is asking each family to raise $110 to help meet our fundraising goal of $30,000! Funds raised will support our students and teachers throughout the year! Check the student and homeroom leaderboards at Vikings.RallyUp.com/Students to see who is in the running for great prizes!

Thanks for your support!

Open PTO positions for next school year

Have you been wondering how you might get more involved at St. Albert? Well, here's your chance!

We are looking for the following committee volunteers for next year:

  • Vice President

  • Communications & Technology Chair

  • PTO Conference Dinner Chair

  • Stewardship Co-Chair

  • Teacher Appreciation Chair

  • Teacher Luncheons Chair

  • Teacher Year-end Meal Chair

Please contact Christopher Boehnlein at 502-930-5760 or christopher@FamilyRealty.com if you are interested or would like more information. Thanks!

Yearbook submission requests

Please upload any candid shots you have from sports or other activities. This can include drive thru Ash Wednesday and drive thru fish fry, remote learning snow sculptures or other fun assignments.

--- FROM YOUR SPORTS MINISTRY ---

SAAM Positions Open

Wanting to get involved at St. Albert?


Come join the largest ministry at our parish! St. Albert Athletic Ministry (SAAM) has over 50 members coordinating to offer 20 different sports opportunities to our children!


Come to our meet and greet:


Bearno's Pizza

9222 Westport Road

Sunday, May 16

6:30-8pm


Current Open Positions:

  • Vice Chair

  • Gameday Coordinator

  • Assistant Gameday Coordinator

  • Grievance Chair

  • Concession Coordinator

  • Volleyball Gym Coordinator

  • Basketball Gym Coordinator

  • Soccer Field Coordinator

  • Uniform Ordering

  • Flag Football Coordinator (1st-2nd grade)


GO VIKINGS!

--- Summer Camps ---

Sacred Heart Summer Camps

Sacred Heart is excited to welcome campers in-person to our beautiful campus again this summer where they will learn, grow, make new friends, and HAVE FUN! Sacred Heart offers numerous camps in both all-girls and coed formats for students from age 3 through 11th grade. SHA is the #1 ranked athletic program in the State – your camper will learn and improve their skills in camps led by our award-winning coaches and student-athletes. Budding stars can shine through coed camps in drama, dance, and visual arts, with numerous performance opportunities such as the Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley, Disney’s Descendants the Musical, and The Nutcracker. Enrichment camps include Girls Middle School Coding, Chinese Classical Poetry, Camp College, and more. Wherever your student’s interests lie, they will find their place at Sacred Heart camps this summer. For information about camps, dates, and pricing, and to register, visit www.shslou.org/summer-camps/ Register now, space is limited!

Assumption Summer Camps

Don’t miss out on a summer of fun at Assumption Summer Camps! Registration is now open for camps running June 1 through July 22. Athletic and enrichment camps are open to girls and boys, grades K-11. To learn more and register, visit https://www.ahsrockets.org/admissions/summer-camps/.

Mercy Academy Summer Camps

What are you doing this summer? We would love for you to join us for some of our incredible summer camps. We offer a wide variety. From our On the Stage theatre camp, or Discovering STEM to our Field Hockey and Volleyball camps -- there really is something for everyone! Space is limited so SIGN UP NOW. Visit our website at mercyacademy.com/summercamps to see our camp listings and to register online. For more information email alaemmle@mercyjaguars.com

Rock The Summer

You can find multiple ways to Rock the Summer at Trinity High School. We offer a variety of camps for students in the third through ninth grades in both athletics and academics during the months of June and July. Visit our website at trinityrocks.com and follow the Rock the Summer link on the main page to learn more about all our camp offerings. You can also call 893-ROCK or contact the camp director to learn more. We hope to see you on campus this summer. Go Rocks!

Trinity HS Soccer Camp

Youth Summer Camp: July 12-16, from 9 a.m. – Noon

Trinity Soccer Camp 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 having fun and developing essential skills for the game.

  • Grades 4 – 9

  • Cost is $120.00 before July 1; $150.00 after July 1

College Prep Camp, June 21-23, from 6:30 -9 pm.

Stay sharp this summer with a collection of great coaches from the collegiate ranks in Louisville at Trinity High School. College coaches from the University of Louisville, the University of Evansville, Bellarmine University, Transylvania University, Northern Kentucky University, Kentucky Wesleyan College, Thomas More College, Hanover College, and many other schools have been represented in the past. The camp will be designed to help players improve the technical and tactical aspects of their game, all in a competitive and fun environment in beautiful Marshall Stadium!

  • Grades 10 – 12

  • Cost is $120.00 before June 1; $150.00 after June 1

To secure your son’s spot, please mail payment to Trinity High School; Attn: Coach Dale Helfrich; 4011 Shelbyville Rd, 40207. Checks should be made out to Trinity Soccer Camp.

QUESTIONS?

CONTACT: Coach Helfrich at 502-445-3482 or helfrich@trinityrocks.com

Camp X

Camp X is back with a redesigned format. Campers can spend the entire day on campus, attending multiple camps within the same day. There are 17 programs with 8 co-ed options that include everything from Study Skills to football to STEM and much more! Whatever your camper’s interest, all sessions are offered in a fun, casual atmosphere. Space is limited, and some camps are close to capacity. Sign up today!

NASA ASTRO CAMP at Holy Cross

Holy Cross is excited to be an exclusive host for the NASA Distance Youth Space Experience this summer from July 12-16th in partnership with Central Creativity! The goal of Astro Camp® is to give ALL students the chance to get involved in and experience Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) to inspire future astronauts and engineers to learn about space with NASA activities. ASTRO Camp will be offered in person at Holy Cross for students in grades K-8 and includes live interaction with Louisville crew members, national subject matter experts and Holy Cross teachers. This is an incredible opportunity to inspire future engineers, scientists, and astronauts through simulating NASA training protocols and collaborating as a crew to complete challenging space missions! For more information and to register, visit https://www.centralcreativity.com/holycross/ .

Holy Cross Summer Camps

Come hang out with Cougars this summer at one of our many summer camps! We offer a variety of options for students in grades K-8 to help them sharpen their skills, explore new opportunities, and most importantly, HAVE FUN! All roads lead to Holy Cross & summer camps are a great way to start your journey! Register today at: https://form.jotform.com/211056199768163!

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