Notes From the Office: February 9th, 2015
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February 9, 2015
In This Issue Notes
From the Office
February 9th, 2015
Knights of Columbus poster contest winners!
6th grade theme park maps
8th graders at the Fayette County Science FairAR Point Clubs10 point club - Matthew B., River C., Rachel S.
25 point club - Sawyer J., Audrey J.
50 point club - Charlie B., Abigail G., Caroline R.
100 point club - Gianna B., Mazie C., Anna M., Madison S.
250 point club - Nicholas M.
1000 point club - Matthew D.
1500 point club - Kristin D., Connor G., Nathan M., Spencer M.
Principal's CornerGreetings,
During Catholic Schools Week, Father Robert Nieberding celebrated Mass at the Cathedral of Christ the King with all the schools in the Lexington Diocese. I felt that he offered some great thoughts about Catholic education. Here are a few:
- "Faith drives all we do" in Catholic schools
- Catholic schools "not only prepare you for higher learning but also for living a Christian life."
- He said it is not enough to identify with Catholic schools: "It must become a part of who we are and what we do."
Having spent 40 years in public education prior to my tenure at St. John School it is easy for me to know what makes our school a special place. Yes, we offer a great education, but more importantly we offer a great Christ centered education. The opportunity to have daily religion classes where the values transfer through the school day and to attend Mass, Adoration, and Reconciliation is invaluable. I know it is often quite a sacrifice to send your children to St. John, but is one that is worthwhile. As we start the enrollment process for the 2015-2016 school year please spread the word about our fantastic school!
God bless and take care,
Dan Mardell
- If you would like to read more about Father Nieberding's homily please check out the February 8, 2015 edition of Cross Roads.
Here's What's New:
Registration for the 2015-2016 School year
Registration paperwork has been sent home to all students. Please ask your student for this information if you have not received it. Registration opens to parishioners on 2/9 and to the community on 2/17. The registration fee is due when you turn your form in. The registration fee for current families increases to $200 if received after 2/17.
Valentine Candy Grams
It is that time of year again. Beta Club will be selling Valentine Grams. Orders will be accepted February 2nd-13th. We will start delivery on Tuesday February 10th-13th. All funds raised goes to support our school and community.Golf This SpringIf anyone is interested in coaching the golf team this year please contact Joanne Andres at [email protected] as soon as possible. Golf will start in April the week after Spring Break and meet once a week for six weeks ending the week before school is out. I need a coach to take the older students to different courses each week to play 9 holes by walking the courses.Athletic JacketsJoanne Andres will be placing another Athletic Jacket order in two weeks, if you are interested in the jacket/pants please fill out an order form and return it to the office by February 13th. Click here to download the order form.
Lexington Catholic Regional ReceptionVisit with faculty and staff, learn about our challenging curriculum and take a student-led tour of our school.
Thursday, February 19, 2015
5:00pm-7:00pm, LCHS Library
(Library entrance: upon entering the parking lot, follow the left side of the building around to the back and enter through the double glass doors)
Questions? Contact: Mindy Towles [email protected] or Erin Hilton [email protected]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 to view this weeks bingo update.
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:Feb 9: School Board Meeting
Feb 12: Saints in Action meeting 7pm in undercroft
Feb 16: No School
Feb 17: Mardi Gras dinner
Feb 18: Ash Wednesday service at 8:30amSt. 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