Notes From the Office: April 20th, 2015
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April 20, 2015
In This Issue Notes
From the Office
April 20th, 2015
Congratulations to our 2nd graders on making their First Communion.
7th graders had science class outside last week.
4th grade speech contest winners!
5th grade speech contest winners
6th grade speech contest winners!
Thank you to the Beta Club for hosting a volunteer breakfast last week. 
Saints Soccer
Principal's CornerGreetings,
There are many exciting things going on at our school. Mrs. Lally has been having fun with the robotics club. Also, I had an opportunity to watch some of the eighth grade debates and they were fantastic. Of course, the big event was our second graders receiving their First Communion. It is so great to see the anticipation, excitement, and reverence on their faces. Please keep them in your prayers.This weekend I was thinking about all the times I remind the students how lucky they are to attend a Catholic school like St. John. Then it hit me - I get the privilege to attend Mass on Tuesday, sneak away from the office on Thursday for adoration, walk over to the church anytime to pray for struggles with the school, work with students and watch them grow academically and spiritually, work with a great staff, and work with parents who truly care about their children and give so much support to our school. I am the one who is truly lucky and blessed. In closing, thank you for giving us the opportunity to work with your children.
God bless and take care,
Dan Mardell
Here's What's New:
Earth Day
On Wednesday, April 22nd, students will be allowed to wear their recycling t-shirts along with their uniform pants or shorts to school as we celebrate Earth Day.
Georgetown College Care Packages
Help us send love and support to our Georgetown College students by donating goodies for Care Packages to help them survive Exam Week! Click here to see more information on this project and what is needed. All donations are due Wednesday, April 22nd.
Family Movie Night at the Barn
SIA invites students, parents and siblings in PreSchool through 4th grade for dinner and a movie! April 24th from 6pm to ??? Hot dogs will be served for dinner. There will be popcorn and fire pits for making s'mores. Each family is asked to contribute one item (Homeroom Moms have this information), pack a cooler with drinks for themselves and bring blankets and chairs for watching the movie. Students voted on the movie they wanted to watch last Friday, and Big Hero 6 won by a landslide. Also, please consider cleaning out your closets and bringing along anything you have for the " Double Saints Clothing Drive Fundraiser" They can take all clothing, shoes, linens, purses/bags, accessories, small soft and hard toys. They can really take ANYTHING, because what the clothing drive can't take the Thrift Sale will!! Hope to see everyone there!
Help NeededGraduation is just around the corner. Are you computer savvy? We are looking for someone to create the 8th grade graduation video. You will be given pictures to put into the video. Then you just need to put them with music in the background. If you can do this or know someone who can, please let the office know.
Summer Enrichment Program
St. John's will be having the Summer Enrichment Program again this summer. It will be held from June 1st-July 31st and is open to students who were in Kindergarten, First, or Second grades for the 2014-2015 school year. It is also open to students who are entering Kindergarten this school year. Hours are from 8:00-12:30 Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays. If you are interested in sending your child please contact Ms. Graves or Ms. King for more information There is limited space.Revised School Calendar
Students should have brought home a revised school calendar. You can also find the calendar on the school website or click here.
Lexington Catholic Summer Athletic Camps
Parents and students: please visit this link http://www.lexingtoncatholic.com/summer_youth_camps.html on the LCHS website for ongoing updates to our summer athletic camp offerings. On this webpage you will find camp brochures and coach contact information. Join us this summer at LCHS! Solemn Evening Prayer
Everyone is invited to
Solemn Evening Prayeron the evening before the ordination & installation ofReverend John Stowe, OFM, Conv.Monday, May 4, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.at the Cathedral of Christ the KingPresider:Bishop Ronald W. GainerBishop of Harrisburg, PA & former Bishop of LexingtonHomilist:Bishop-Elect John StoweReception following in Hehman HallTraditionally, we gather as a diocesan community the night before theordination and installation to pray with and for our new bishop.This is also a great opportunity to meet our new Bishop-Electand to reconnect with Bishop Gainer.FACTS TuitionAll families will need to click the link below to create their tuition account for the 2015-2016 school year. You will also need to use the link below to apply for financial aid. Please let the office know if you have any additional questions.
AR testing
The computer lab will be open on Monday's from 3-3:30 for students to take AR quizzes.
Kroger Community Rewards Program (NEW)
Earn money for St. John School simply by shopping at Kroger and scanning your Kroger Plus Card. ** This program will replace the former Kroger Gift card fundraising program.** Here is how it works:
1. If you don't already have a Kroger Plus card, simply sign up at the Customer Service desk at Kroger.
2. Log in to : KrogerCommunityRewards.com
3. Create an account and follow steps to enroll in the rewards program using our school's NPO number : 10168
***Your purchases will not count for St. John School until you link your Kroger Plus card***
Used Uniforms
Don't forget to stop by the office to purchase some gently used uniforms. You may also drop off all your old uniforms that don't fit anymore.BingoClick here for this weeks bingo update. VIP people are in high demand. If you would like to work bingo but do not want to walk all night, please consider learning one of the desk positions. They are fun and a great way to get to know some of our regular players.St. John School WebsiteTo find more information on events happening around school please visit www.stjohnschoolonline.org.Pictures For the Notes
If you have any pictures of events going on around school and would like to share them, please e-mail them to [email protected]Submissions for Notes From the Office
If you would like a St. John School or parish event included in the Notes From the Office, or you have pictures you would like to appear in the Notes, please send your submissions to [email protected] no later than Mondays at 9am. Thank you!Dates to Know:Apr 21: Donuts with Dad 7:30 AM Pre-K - 2nd grade
Apr 24: Movie night at the barn Pre-K - 4th grade
Apr 26: St. John School Mass at 11AM
May 1: Thanks for the memories luncheon for teachers
May 4-8: Teacher & Staff appreciation week
May 4-May 15: MAP TestingSt. John School Board MembersPresident - Jason Berry
Vice President - Beth Blankenship
Secretary - Andrea Flanders
1st year members
Jason Noffsinger, Kathy Boothe, Mason Howell
2nd year members
Sherry Kelley, Jason Yount, Beth Blankenship
3rd year members
Jason Berry, Andrea Flanders, Renee Griese
St. John Catholic School Ss. Francis & John Parish
Questions, comments, or concerns? As always, feel free to contact us anytime or simply reply to this email.
St. John Catholic School
106 Military Street
Georgetown, Kentucky 40324
502-863-2607