Monday Memo
Week 23 | February 15-18
This week, we enter into the final two weeks of the second trimester. Winter conferences are over, and we are heading into the end of February. It is a great time to look back at the school year so far and to celebrate all of our many accomplishments: both big and small. Our students are once again shining in academics, the arts, service, and athletics. They are smarter, kinder, and more resilient. The past couple of weeks, I have finally been able to get back into some classrooms again. I have seen so many wonderful things: partner work, small group work, and so many fun activities. Not only have I loved every minute in the classrooms, but the thing I have loved most is that our students are so happy, engaged, and flourishing in our amazing learning environment. Our community should be so proud of our dedicated faculty, staff, and parents for their continued support. The students are a beautiful reflection of the outstanding efforts of each one of you.
Ellen Martin
Principal
--- Around the school ---
Health Department Helpline: (502) 912-8598
covid protocol:
Parents of a vaccinated student may send a copy of their child's vaccination card to tpark@stalbert.org or to the school office to the attention of Tatum Park.
New Year, New Protocols!
Click the button to the left to view our 2021-2022 COVID Protocols on what to do upon exposure or a confirmed positive test.
Click on the button to the left to fill out the 'Test to Stay' Permission Waiver. It needs to be completed one time and will be kept on file for the year.
In order to participate in the Test to Stay program, you must fill out the form with the test dates request (Please fill all dates on one form). If re-exposed, this form must be filled out again.
2022-2023 Calendar Now Available to view
To access the 2022-2023 School Year Calendar, please click below.
School Board Positions Open
School Board Openings
The School Board is now seeking volunteers and nominations for the open Voting Member positions for the upcoming 2022-23 school year. We are seeking individuals to fill the following two positions.
Policy Chair
The policy committee evaluates existing policies in the areas of Community Relations, Administration, Personnel, Students & Instruction and Business & Non-Instructional Operations. It also formulates any policy additions or changes needing to be addressed immediately. This is a great committee if you like rules or have experience in human resources, public relations, real estate, education, finance and law.
Development, PR & Marketing
The development, PR and marketing committee develops marketing strategy and assists with marketing activities. It cultivates relationships with school parents, parish members and alumni in terms of creating goodwill. This is a great committee if you are creative, enjoy event planning or social media. Experience in public relations, marketing, communications and development is also helpful.
If you would like to volunteer for an open position or submit a nomination, please email Aaron Giust, School Board Secretary, at
schoolboard-secretary@stalbert.org your first and last name (or nominee's name) along with a contact number and email address by Friday, March 4, 2022.
All volunteers and nominees are required to meet with current School Board members for a Discernment Meeting the afternoon of March 6, 2022, to learn more about the Board and the responsibilities of Voting Members. The session will be held online and will last about 30 minutes. Only interested parties will receive the meeting invite. If you have a conflict but are still interested, then please email Aaron Giust, School Board Secretary, at schoolboard-secretary@stalbert.org. Thank you!
Yearbook Photos
We are gathering photos for the school yearbook, and we need your help! Please share any pictures you have of students this year. Use the links below to upload directly to the yearbook website.
If you have any questions, please contact Rebecca Sivori at rebecca.sivori@gmail.com.
Each class has its own upload link. You can use this to upload from a mobile device or computer.
PreK 3: https://plicbooks.com/go/VQH1XP
PreK 4: https://plicbooks.com/go/C127E4
JK: https://plicbooks.com/go/54MXCH
Kindergarten: https://plicbooks.com/go/BVJWKU
1st Grade: https://plicbooks.com/go/4TD2RA
2nd Grade: https://plicbooks.com/go/5BN37X
3rd Grade: https://plicbooks.com/go/3555Q5
4th Grade: https://plicbooks.com/go/AA12EV
5th Grade: https://plicbooks.com/go/4WZYQ6
6th Grade: https://plicbooks.com/go/GLPUGV
7th Grade: https://plicbooks.com/go/VMZEBG
8th Grade: https://plicbooks.com/go/NHFC7T
Spring stem club
Central Creativity is excited to continue Afterschool STEM Club and offer a spring session with all new experiences, including some that we will take outdoors!
We will meet on Mondays/Wednesdays as opposed to Tuesdays/Thursdays.
Waterstep annual spring cleaning event
WaterStep is hosting a Spring Cleaning Event to help collect recyclable materials, gently-used clothing, backpacks, shoes, and even tattered American Flags for retirement.
Please help serve the community that we're all a part of by participating in this local event, every little bit helps. The event will take place in the parking lot of RE Solutions. 8712 Bayberry Place- (off Westport road at the entrance of Louisville Indoor Racquet Club).
“Take care of God’s creation. But above all, take care of people in need.”
-Pope Francis
--- From Our Sports Ministry ---
Swimming and Boy's Volleyball Sign-ups Open
The following sport sign ups will be open January 25-February 15 on Gameday!
Grades JK-8: Coed Soccer
Grades 1-8: Tennis
Grades 3-8: Girls Softball
Grades 5-8: Coed Track
ALL SPRING SPORTS FAMILIES:
***You will be required to work one volunteer shift per family at the gate or concession stand. If you would like to opt out of this option, please purchase from the home screen on game day. We will fill the shift for you and pay your sub from the funds!
Click below to sign-up! GO VIKINGS!
--- From our pto ---
PTO Executive Board Members needed
Parents, if you want to make a difference and help lead our community, consider joining the Parent Teacher Organization's Executive Board next school year!
We are looking for a secretary and vice president.
Executive Board members lead PTO Board members and committees and manage the overall operation of the PTO.
Please contact Kristina Hellmann at kristina.allen1121@gmail.com or 502-649-2651 if you have any questions or are interested in running.
--- After school ---
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 will be mentored by Deanna O'Keefe
Club participation is limited to 10 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
--- From the parish ---
Confirmation
The Sacrament of Confirmation will be celebrated within the liturgy of the Mass with Archbishop Kurtz on February 24 at 7:00 pm! Rehearsal will be February 17 at 6:30 pm in Church - Sponsors need to attend rehearsal; however, if they are out of town, a parent will need to attend in their place.
Confirmation: Grandparents Day
Wednesday, February 23 we will host our Confirmation Grandparent's Day! Your son/daughter will need to bring in the supplies to create a flower-potted cross decoration that will be used in Church for the Confirmation Mass! Grandparents, or guest, will meet with the students in Church at 8:30 am to attend the morning Mass, then you will walk over to the cafeteria or the PLC for your visit and to make the decorations. For seating purposes we need to know how many will be in attendance!
CLICK LINK TO RSVP - It's okay if a grandparent cannot attend, but they may invite their sponsor or parent, if they'd like!)
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Have a wonderful week!
