Catholic Schools Week 2012January 29 – February 3
"How your child learns is as important as what your child learns!"
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK:
Catholic Schools Week celebrates what makes Catholic education distinctive and exceptional. During the week, we focus on the value Catholic education provides to young people and its contributions to our church, our communities and our nation. We build community awareness of and involvement in Catholic schools throughout the country. And we honor those who contribute to the success of our schools—students, families, faculty and staff, volunteers, community supporters, and local and national leaders. The theme for Catholic Schools Week 2012 is “Catholic Schools: Faith. Academics. Service.” The theme expresses three priorities that make Catholic schools stand out from other educational institutions. Children learn about faith—not just basic Christianity, but how to have a relationship with God. They concentrate on academics, which in Catholic schools are held to the highest standards, so they can reach their highest potential. They practice service—giving time, talent and effort to help others—as an expression of both faith and good citizenship. This combined focus on faith, academics and service prepares students for full and meaningful lives.
Next week we will begin our Catholic Schools Week observance, the time each year when we celebrate what makes Catholic education special and honor those who contribute to our school’s excellence.
CALENDAR TICKETS:
St. John School Calendar Ticket returns were due on December 1, 2011. If payment has not been made, please do so as soon as possible. As you know each family Grades K1 - 8 is required to sell 12 tickets at $20.00 each. Total Due: $240.00. As part of the tuition payment, this is a mandatory obligation agreed upon at time of registration. I would like to thank each of you who have met this obligation on time.
PROGRESS REPORTS (GRADES 1-8 ONLY):
Progress Reports will be distributed on Friday, January 27. I encourage you to make an appointment with your child’s teacher if grades are unsatisfactory. Progress Reports must be signed by parent/guardian and returned to school.
SCHOOL LIFE ORGANIZATION:
We are planning our annual Valentine Dance on Friday, February 18 for K1, K2, and Gr. 1 & 2. The dance will be held during the school day from 9:30 to 11 AM in the school hall. More information will be coming home soon!
TUITION:
You have received the tuition packet which contains important information regarding Tuition/Registration and Fees for the 2012-2013 school year. Please plan to attend one of the parent budget meetings. The budget meetings will be held on Thursday, February 9 from 5:30– 6:30 PM and again on Friday, February 10 from 8:00-9:00 AM. Detailed information will be presented so that you will better understand the need to increase tuition.
Your friend and principal,
Sister Eileen
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