Notes From the Office: May 11th, 2015
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May 11, 2015
In This Issue Notes
From the Office
May 11th, 2015
Preschool fun!
The 7th grade class had a great time on their Reds game field trip!
The 3rd & 4th grade classes had a great time on their field trip to Mr. Howell's Farm.
The preschool classes enjoyed celebrating Mother's Day on Friday with many fun activities for Mom and child.
Principal's CornerGreetings,
Thank you for the lunch and goodies that everyone brought for Teacher Appreciation Week. As usual, the parents did a fantastic job! I appreciate all the help and support you give to St. John School.Congratulations to everyone on our recycling efforts. We finished fourth nationwide in the Pepsico Recycling Contest! This was a great way to be good stewards of our environment and win $2500 for our efforts.MAP testing is wrapping up and our class scores are above national norms. Both soccer teams and our golf club had very good seasons. Thanks to all the parents who help out as coaches for making it a successful and enjoyable time for our students.God bless and take care,
Dan Mardell
Here's What's New:
FACTS TuitionAll families will need to click the link below to create their tuition account for the 2015-2016 school year. Tuition payments begin in July. Your enrollment is not complete until you have signed up. 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.
Lunch Correction
The cafeteria will not be serving lunch on Friday, May 15th. All students must bring a sack lunch and drink. They will be eating lunch outside during field day.
MAP Testing
This is the last week for MAP testing. It is an important time for us to see how our students are progressing. If possible please try to schedule appointments where students are not being pulled from school.Thank You!We would like to thank everyone for making teacher and staff appreciation week so amazing. It is a true testament to how great the families at St. John School are.Dear Parents,I appreciate your generosity and thoughtfulness. Thanks for making teacher appreciation week so wonderful.Sincerely,Debbie PendletonSummer Enrichment ProgramSt. 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.Art Show Correction
The twelfth annual art show will be held on May 13th, from 4-7pm at Cardome. We hope to see you all there.Field DayVolunteers are needed on Friday, May 15th. The 1st - 5th graders will be playing games, exercising and jumping. Many helping hands are needed and appreciated. Please contact Maryellen Mullikin via email at [email protected] if you can help. 6th-8th graders will leave campus and travel to Lexington for fun at Get Air trampoline park. A list of needed supplies will be forthcoming. Thank you!May Lunch MenuClick here to download a copy of the menu.Lexington Catholic Baseball CampsGeneral Skills Camp June 15-17Hitting Camp June 22-24For more information on these camps please click here to download the brochure.Totus TuusTotus Tuus will be held again this summer from July 19th-24th. Watch for more in formation.
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.BingoThere was no update available. 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:May 11: School board Meeting 6:30pm 8th gradeMay 12: 6th grade field tripMay 13: 4th grade field tripMay 13: Art Show 4-7pm at CardomeMay 15: Field Day - No school lunchMay 15: Kindergarten field tripMay 15: Preschool Father's Day celebration 7:30-9:00amMay 20: 5th & 6th grade field tripMay 22: Preschool's last day of schoolMay 22: 8th grade graduation at 6:30 in the churchMay 25: No School Memorial DayMay 26: 5th, 6th & 7th grade field tripMay 27: Last day of school - Early Dismissal 11:15May 27: Kindergarten graduation 8am in the churchSt. 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