12-4-15ParentReminde.. - Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart

SHA Parent Reminders 2015-2016
12/4/15
THE WEEK AHEAD:
Sat. 12/5
Sun. 12/6
Mon. 12/7-C
Tues. 12/8-D
Wed. 12/9-E
Thurs. 12/10-F
Immaculate
Conception
Mass
Sched. #4
Spirit of the
Season
Gifts Due
Music Groups
to Roswell &
M&T
Down
Syndrome
Christmas
Party 11-2 pm
Softball
Pancake
FundraiserApplebees
8-10 am
SAT Test Date
Fri. 12/11-A
Fresh. Class
Elections in
Old Gym
9th Per.
Music Dept.
Holiday
Concert 7 pm
in Aud.
ADDITIONAL SECURITY MEASURES
In light of world and national events of late, we are looking at our security measures once again. As a school, we
will do a practice lock down exercise on Monday. We also need all visitors to the building to use the front entrance
on Main Street. Feel free to park in the front circle between 8:05-2:00. Our Main Office staff will ask for your name
and who you are here to visit. Please then report directly to the Main Office. We have also reminded students and
faculty not to open doors for visitors during the day or after school. Please understand none of these gestures are
intended to be inhospitable. We are taking these steps to maintain the safety of your daughters. Thanks for your
understanding and support.
SHA CHRISTMAS PLANT SALE PICK UP
Just a quick reminder that the Christmas Plant Sale pick up is today, Dec. 4 from 3-6 pm in the SHA Cafeteria.
TONY WALKER SHA SHOPPING DAY
Tony Walker & Co. is hosting a SHA Shopping Day on Tuesday, December 15 (10:30 am - 8:30 pm). There will be a
cocktail party & fashion show at 6 pm. 10% of all your purchases will be donated to SHA AND you’ll receive 10% off
all your purchases. Feel free to share this invite with family and friends, and remember that this is a great
opportunity to grab a gift to use as a Sandstone donation. Please see Page 3 for more details.
HOW ABOUT A LITTLE LUNCH MUSIC
M & T Bank is presenting its “Holiday Music Under the Dome” series this December. SHA’s Music Department will be
performing on Thursday, December 10, from 12-1 pm at the Fountain Plaza Branch. Stop by on your lunch and listen
to the sounds of the season courtesy of our SHA girls.
HATS, GLOVES, & MITTENS
The S.H.A.R.K. Club is collecting gently used hats, gloves, and mittens for the St. Vincent DePaul Society. If you have
winter accessories you no longer need or want, please send them in to school to support this drive. All sizes are
needed. Thank you!
THE PERFECT GIFT
Looking for that little something to give as a holiday gift to your baby sitter, helpful neighbor, or office mate? Why
not support SHA and do one stop shopping all at once? We are selling the Elite 2016 Coupon Book which has great
deals on restaurants, shopping, entertainment, services, and family fun all adding up to savings in your wallet.
Coupons in this book are good through December 31, 2016, so you’ll be able to get your money's worth out of it.
Books are $20 each and our school will earn $10 for each book sold. So this is a win-win for everyone involved. The
coupon books are on sale in the Main Office. Checks can be made payable to Sacred Heart Academy. Be sure to
stop by and get your copy today and start your holiday shopping early! A copy of the participating vendors is
on Page 4.
SPIRIT OF THE SEASON GIFT DUE
If you are participating in the Spirit of the Season drive, please remember to have your gifts in by Wed., December 9.
Thank your for supporting this meaningful holiday project!
MUSIC DEPT. CHRISTMAS CONCERT
The SHA Music Department will hold its annual Christmas Concert on Wednesday, December 9, 2015 at 7 pm in the
SHA Auditorium. All are invited to attend the Music Department’s annual Christmas Concert featuring our
Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Chorus, Chamber Singers, SHAkuleles, Jazz Ensemble, and more. Admission is free. Join
us as we get into the spirit of the season. We look forward to seeing you there!
SHA BANGLES
The widely popular SHA bangles are coming back - look for the order form and new design soon!
ATTN: JR. & SR. PARENTS
Attention Junior and Senior Parents: We are excited to offer your daughters a chance to participate in the Annual
Tau Retreat. This retreat is a chance for upperclasswomen to reflect more deeply on our Franciscan roots and
connect with others in search of the same. The retreat will take place January 15th &16th at Camp Pioneer and will
be led by SHA Campus Minister, Bridget McGuinness.
The Tau Retreat application is on Pages 5 - 8 to this newsletter. Seniors will be allowed to register from December 7- 9
and Juniors from December 10-14. For more information have your daughters see Ms. McGuinness or Mrs. Clare in
Campus Ministry.
Attn: Junior Parents
Payment Due
The next payment for the junior class trip ($175 per traveler) is due by Monday, December 7. Checks should be
made payable to Sacred Heart Academy. Any payments received after December 7th should include a late fee
of $5.00. Please contact Mrs. Hooper with any questions at [email protected].
Tau RETREAT 2015
Sacred Heart Campus Ministry
Tau is a religious retreat program grounded in the Charism of St. Francis.
Charism is a general term that
indicates a personal gift of the Spirit used for the good of the Church. A faithful person receives a charism, the gift
of the Holy Spirit, when he/she opens himself/herself to God's grace. As a Franciscan school, we aim to observe
the Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ by following the example of St. Francis of Assisi, who made Christ the inspiration
and the center of his life with God and people. Tau is an ancient symbol also known as the Franciscan Cross. Tau
is the 19th letter of the Greek alphabet that represents Theos or God. During this retreat, the students will have
the opportunity to spend meaningful time with God within our Christian community. Retreatants will experience a
series of talks given both by peers and adults and participate in many individual and group activities. Prayer and the
Sacraments are an essential part of the program as well as the participants' involvement in discussions and other
exercises.
The purpose of Tau is to allow the retreatant to see the value of her Christian faith as experienced in
community. With the support of that community, she can more effectively find her true worth as a person in
relationship with God, her family and her friends. Space is limited to the first 20 registrants; sign-up early.
Retreat Details
Dates: Friday, January 15 – Saturday, January 16
Times: We will leave Sacred Heart at 3:00pm on Friday, January 15. Students will return to Sacred Heart at
5:30p.m. on Saturday, January 16.
Location: Camp Pioneer 9324 Lakeshore Rd, Angola, NY 14006
Cost: The cost of the retreat is $100 (which includes 1 night, 2 days’ room and board, retreat materials, and
transportation to and from the retreat) and a treat to share. This money is non-refundable. Money is due when
application is submitted. Seniors are allowed to register from December 7-9 and Juniors from December 10-14.
All spaces are on a first-come first-serve basis. Applications, Code of Conduct Forms, and retreat fees are due no
later than Wednesday, December 16. Please make checks payable to Sacred Heart Academy.
*No student will be excluded from retreat because of finances. Please speak to Ms. McGuinness or Mrs. Clare if cost
is an issue.
Transportation: Students will be transported to and from the retreat by SHAl bus.
What to bring: Please bring comfortable, casual clothing and shoes. We will hopefully be spending some time
outside, so dress appropriately for winter weather. Bring a sleeping bag, pillow, any toiletries needed, as well as
towels for showering. Please label all of your luggage and keep luggage to a minimum. Students will be staying in
quad bunk bed dorm rooms. Please also bring a Bible and a journal (optional.)
What NOT to bring: Sacred Heart’s policy on Alcohol/Tobacco/Substance abuse is in full effect. Do not bring any
of these items with you. Do not bring school work or books to read. We will be collecting all electronics such as
cell phones, ipods, tablets, computers, etc. You can not use the telephone during the retreat. Please do not plan
on calling anyone and do not tell anyone to call you. In case of an emergency, your parents will be given the cell
phone number of Ms. McGuinness and can reach you through her. It is important that you are fully attentive and
participatory in this retreat.
Retreatant Registration Form
NAME: _________________________________________________________________
ADDRESS:_______________________________________________________________
CITY:_______________________ STATE:_______________ ZIP:__________________
Student E-Mail:___________________________________________________________
Parent E-Mail:____________________________________________________________
Parent Contact Phone Number(s) during the retreat:_____________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact Person
Phone #
(in the event the parent(s) / guardian cannot be reached)
Relationship to child
FAITH AND CHURCH/Place of Worship: _________________________________
Do you pray regularly? ________________________________________________
Musical background (if any): ____________________________________________
Prior Retreat Experience (if any):_________________________________________
Field Trip Permission
I give permission of the Student to attend the activities planned during the retreat on January 15 –16. I understand
that transportation will be provided by the school.
Parent/Guardian Signature:
Date
Relinquish of Claims Against Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart
I recognize and acknowledge that there are risks in my child’s/ward’s presence and participation in any school
sponsored program. I agree to indemnify, hold harmless, waive and relinquish all claims I may have against
sponsored program. I agree to indemnify, hold harmless, waive and relinquish all claims I may have against Buffalo
Academy of the Sacred Heart including any negligence claims on its part and its officers, agents, employees,
representatives or volunteers arising out of, in connection with the transportation to and/or from the event, or any
activity my child/ward participates in while attending the school sponsored program.
Parent/Guardian Signature:
Date
Medical Information
Please complete in full (one form per student).
Student’s Name
Pediatrician
Phone #
Does your child have all immunizations required by the New York school system? Yes
No
Date of last tetanus shot
Please check all that apply. Student has a history or is under current treatment for:
Asthma
Fainting Spells
Convulsions/Seizures
Diabetes
Heart Trouble
Bee Sting Allergies
Other, please specify
Medical Allergy
Food Allergy
Other
Student has NONE of the above
Medications
All medication(s) to be given during the retreat must be clearly labeled and kept with Mrs. Donner or Mrs. Clare.
Current Medications
Medical Authorization to Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart
Permission is hereby granted to Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart school personnel to proceed with any
necessary evaluation, first aid, minor medical treatment, and/or rehabilitation of injuries for
(Name of student)
In the event of a serious illness or injury, I understand that an attempt will be made to contact me in the most
expeditious manner possible. In the event that I cannot be reached, the treatment or referral necessary for the
best interest of
is to be given.
(Name of student)
Signature of Parent/Guardian
Please print Parent/Guardian name
Date
Tau Retreat Program
Code of Conduct
Students attending the Tau Retreat at Camp Pioneer are asked to review the following rules. These rules are
based on common sense, concern for others, and the Sacred Heart Student Regulations. We ask that the
student and her parents review these rules and sign below to acknowledge acceptance of these regulations.
This Code of Conduct will be in effect during the retreat.
1. Students must adhere to curfew set by retreat team.
2. No one is to leave the grounds of Camp Pioneer at any time for any reason.
3. Sacred Heart students are not permitted in any areas except for those that the school has contracted to
use.
4. The buildings and grounds at Camp Pioneer are entrusted to us for our use. Please have respect for the
facilities. Any form of vandalism (writing or carving on furniture, defacing walls, etc.) will require payment
for any damage by the students involved in the incident. In addition, these students will be subject to
disciplinary action by the school.
5. Rowdy games and activities are for outside. Whatever is broken as a result of such actions will be paid
for by the students involved.
6. NO DRUGS, TOBACCO, OR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE PERMITTED. They have no place on the retreat
and will not be tolerated. Any student using drugs or alcohol – or who is present in a group using drugs or
alcohol -- will be sent home and school administration and law enforcement will be informed.
7. Student will give retreat leaders their cell phone/electronics for the duration of the retreat. Parents will
have the retreat leaders’ cell phone numbers in the event of an emergent need to contact their daughter.
8. Student agrees to cooperate with ALL directives given by the retreat team and staff.
I, the undersigned, have read these regulations and agree to abide by them during the Tau Retreat. Both
daughter and parent understand the obligations in being part of this spiritual process. I understand that not
signing will prevent me from attending the retreat.
____________________________________________
Student Signature
________________________________________________
Parent Signature
_____________________________
Date