Back to School Prayer
We thank you for the fragrance of a new box of crayons, Lord,
The rainbow in each perfect row;
Thank you for each bundle of snowy white notebook paper,
Awaiting fresh possibilities.
May they remind us that you make all things new and bless us with abundance.
Thank you for this ruler; for every eraser that tops every pencil.
May they help us remember to measure our blessings ,
But never your boundless love for us;
To allow for the making of mistakes as a normal part of human learning.
As we lay out our new clothes for these first days of school,
Help us remember to put on Christ each day, too,
And to “clothe the naked” as He asked us.
But mostly, God, help us remember
that Jesus is always our best and most devoted teacher—
That we never outgrow all his lessons on how you want us to live and to love.
By Home Faith editor Mary Lynn Hendrickson
Yearly Calendar
Parents wishing to review the yearly calendar may click on
the link to the school website at the top of this page.
The yearly calendar was set up in
the summer of 2013 and periodically may have dates, times etc. changed.
It is important to read this blog weekly and check the announcement
board in the lunchroom if there are changes.
Extended Day Math Classes
Students in grades 5-8 will attend school until 5:00 PM once a week
to prepare them for the upcoming Interim Assessments in October along
with the New York State Test.
Grade 8 will be dismissed on Mondays at 5:00 PM
Grade 7 will be dismissed on Tuesdays at 5:00 PM
Grade 6 will be dismissed on Wednesdays at 5:00 PM
Grade 5 will be dismissed on Thursdays at 5:00 PM
The new Common Core Curriculum along with the three interim
assessments require extra preparation in Mathematics - a weakness
throughout the State of New York as explained by Commissioner King
on Engage New York.org
Monday September 9, 2013
First Day of School
Breakfast & Lunch Program begins today
September calendars will be distributed today.
Map A Month will be distributed today.
Line up in backyard for students in grades 1-8
Bell will ring at 7:45 AM
Parents may escort students to class with their book bags
and supplies for the first day.
Parents are requested to leave by 8:30 AM
After School Program will begin today at dismissal.
Parents who have not registered may do in the school
office. Any questions about the After School Program
should be directed to Mr. Marcial, the director of the
program.
Tuesday September 10, 2013
Board of Health will be in School to screen for
vision and hearing for students in grades
Kindergarten, First and Second.
All School supplies should be in school today.
Wednesday September 11, 2013
Patriot's Day
Thursday September 12, 2013
Feast of the Holy Name of Mary
Mass at 9:00 AM led by the students of the 8th grade
Parents invited to attend.
Friday September 13, 2013
All signature papers and emergency cards are due today.
Sunday September 15, 2013
Parish Feast
Registration for sacramental program for
Sacrament of Reconciliation, First Holy Communion,
Confirmation 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Mr. Woods will be in school office if parents wish to see him.
No appointment necessary.
