November 2, 2015 - Saint Andrew CEC

Saint Andrew School Newsletter
November 2, 2015
From the Principal’s Desk
The mission of Saint Andrew
School is to proclaim the Good
News of Jesus Christ in order
to empower students to live the
message of the Gospel, to foster a community of practiced
faith and to promote a
generous spirit that brings
forth service to others. The
faculty and staff work together
to create a loving atmosphere
that fosters and maintains the
spiritual, social and academic
needs of students, and to instill
a lifetime appreciation for
learning in all members of our
school community.
Saint Andrew
Catholic Education Center
51 Wrights Rd.
Newtown, PA 18940
Phone: 215-968-2685
Fax: 215-968-4795
Email:
www.standrewcec.com
It’s been a while since I’ve written. Our wonderful faculty has been
writing this column for me recently. I’m getting a bit spoiled not writing
every week. I must say that I thoroughly enjoy reading about their experiences and I truly understand why our students are such excellent writers.
However, I will add that I think I might be getting rusty. I need to exercise
my creativity and storytelling skills
So much has occurred since the beginning of school. The students
provide so many wonderful moments that make all of our jobs worthwhile.
Teachers email me charming anecdotes to share. Once I stop giggling from
reading their messages, I record them to include.
Each year various high schools come to our school during the seventh and eighth grade lunch/recess period. They make presentations to the
students in the Marian Room when it’s the seventh and eighth graders time
to go outside. Surprisingly, the talks are well attended. One day during
morning prayers and announcements, I mentioned that Holy Ghost Prep was
here to speak to our boys. Apparently I failed to include that it was only for
seventh and eighth grade boys. At around 1:30 p.m., the boys in Mrs.
Brown’s first grade class asked her when Holy Ghost was coming to speak
to them! Now that’s what I call recruiting!
The preschool is a treasure of inspiration. You just never know what
the children will say. One little boy said to his teacher, “I love when the
Hope (read Pope) comes.” To which she responded, “That’s so nice.” He
replied, “Yea, when the Hope came I got to stay home lots of days!”
One of my favorite stories of all time happened a few weeks ago. I
was visiting the preschool and a group of boys were sitting in the hallway
waiting for their classmates to finish using the facilities. One little guy saw
me and stood up. With the widest eyes he said to me, “How did you get out
of the television?” At first I was befuddled, and then I realized that he saw
me every day on our telecast. He thought I lived in the television! Once I
composed myself, I told him that I was magic. When I was leaving, he
asked me if I was going back into the television. I told him I’d be back in
the television in time for afternoon prayers and announcements. Out of the
mouths of babes!
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Check
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Received
We have just received a check in
the amount of $67.60 from Advantage
Cartridge Co., INC.. Thank you to everyone who has participated in this program.
Book Fair
Saint Andrew Library will
be hosting its Annual Fall Book Fair
November 9th through November
13th in the Marian Room. We invite
you to visit during your child’s library class. Preschool classes will
visit at their dismissal times.
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Letter Received
Dear Boys and Girls of C.A.R.E.S.,
Whooo’s wishing you a Happy Halloween? ME, that’s Whooo! And also all
the grateful men and women who enjoy
the pictures and riddles you made!!
Thank you from all of us at
Aid For Friends
Awesome Job!
Congratulations to the girls who participated in the 26th annual Sciathlon at Villa Joseph Marie High School. The competition included experiments on pH, the periodic table, density and blood typing as well as general knowledge Jeopardy rounds. The
7th grade team consisting of Allison Bergkoetter, Caitlin Byrnes, Morgan Decker, Sarah McDermott and Olivia Millevoi came in
First Place out of over 15 schools that attended! The 8th grade team consisting of Parrish Albahary, Alex Chalmers, Julia Glatfelter, Elizabeth LaRue and Kaitlyn Zink came in Second Place for the second year in a row!! Great job, girls!!!
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October 26, 2015 Top Team Mrs. Eliason’s Math Class – average of 2,766 stickers per top 15 students Team of the week: Mrs. Eliason’s Math Class, Grade 4 Top players of the week: Christopher Sosky ‐ Grade 4 Grant Opiatowski ‐ Grade 2 Joseph Amati ‐ Grade 4 Congratulations! Keep up the good work! NOVEMBER 2, 2015
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Trunk n’ Treat
The St. Andrew School Social Committee would
like to thank all of those who attended the Annual
Trunk or Treat!
We would also like to recognize those who helped
to make this an amazing event!
Meglios
Newtown Pizza
Betty’s Bounce
JD Rox- DJ
Congratulations to the winners:
Lola Loffredo
Ian Schneider
Pope Mobile
Wizard of Oz
Bowden Family
Gru’s Minion House
The Presidential Debate
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FALL FLING! TH
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7 & 8 Grade Dance! Friday November 13th 7p.m. ‐ 10p.m. ST. ANDREW CEC CAFETERIA $10 ADMISSION INCLUDES SNACKS & BEVERAGES Make a friend, bring a friend! ********CANNED GOODS COLLECTION******** FOR EVERY CANNED GOOD YOU BRING TO THE DANCE, RECEIVE A RAFFLE TICKET FOR PRIZES!! Contact Chrissy Schwartzott [email protected] Or Stacy Schroeder [email protected] If you have any questions. PAGE 9
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DON’T MISS…
For grades K- 5
Thursday, November 5
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
in the school gym.
Students will have fun while exploring
different areas of science through
demonstrations and hands on
activities!
(**All children must be accompanied by an adult)
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SaintAndrewSchool
51WrightsRoad
Newtown,PA18940
ID#23533
Dear Parents:
Welcome to the start of a new school year and a year of A+ School Rewards. Beginning
October 9, 2015 through March 17, 2016 Saint Andrew School ID #23533 will have the
opportunity to earn cash through the Giant A+ School Rewards Program.
All you have to do is:
• Log on to www.giantfoodstores.com/aplus to designate our school online using your
Giant BONUSCARD,
OR
• Call the A+ Hotline at 888-448-4642 for assistance
REMEMBER: If you registered your card last year, you DO NOT need to re-register this
year. You can visit the website to verify correct school assignment. Also, don’t forget to
encourage your friends and relatives to do the same. It could mean more CASH for our
school.
After you register your card, each shopping trip at Giant using your BONUSCARD earns
CASH for our school. Each month, the amount of CASH awarded will be updated on the
Giant A+ website. You can track the amount of points you earn for our school by checking
your grocery receipt and online when you create an account at www.giantfoodstores.com.
Our school will receive a check at the end of the program and the money can be used for
any of our school’s educational needs.
Thanks for supporting our school.
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Joinus
asweprepareforthe
JUBILEEYEAROFMERCY
33DaystoMorningGloryisasixweekretreatof
preparationforconsecrationtoJesusthrough
Mary,usingthespiritualwisdomofSts.Louisde
Montfort,MaximilianKolbe,JohnPaulIIand
BlessedMotherTheresa.
Jointheinternationalefforttoprepareforthe
JubileeYearofMercybyconsecratingyourselfon
theFeastoftheIMMACULATECONCEPTION,
December8,2015–thestartoftheJubileeYearof
Mercy.
WednesdayEveningfrom7:30to9:00pm:
Nov.4,11,18,25*,Dec.2,9
ThursdayMorningfrom10:00to11:30am:
Nov.5,12,19,26*,Dec.3,10
*TheweekofThanksgivingwewillnotmeet.Youwillbeabletowatchthevideoforthatweekon
www.FORMED.org.
MeetingswillbeheldintheParishMeetingRoomwiththeexceptionofNov.18th(locationtobe
determined)andThanksgivingweek.
Theretreatwillinclude:
 33daysofshortdailyreadingsfromthebook33DaystoMorningGlory
 6weeklymeetingswithDVDlessons(15minuteintroduction&30minuteDVD)
 Groupsharingonreadings(45minutes)
 ConcludewithMarianConsecrationontheFeastoftheImmaculateConception
Formoreinformationortosignup,contactLauraRiederat215‐968‐1943or
[email protected]‐968‐[email protected].
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Reach Out And Read!
November 2nd-20th
The Student Council will be collecting
GENTLY USED books, ages newborn to 5
years, as a donation for the children at St.
Christopher’s Hospital Reach Out and Read
Program.
Thank You!
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STUDENT COUNCIL “A TASTE OF PHILLY” PRETZEL DAY EVERY FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Pretzels will need to be preordered one week in advance. Please print out the attached form below, fill in the information needed and return to school one week prior to the pretzel dates listed below (see all dates in parentheses). Pretzels will be delivered in the morning. **If you would like to preorder your pretzels for the rest of the school year, please make a note on your form and attach the $8.00. PRETZEL DAYS: October 2nd (*Pre‐order by September 28th) November 6th (*Pre‐order by October 28th) December 4th (*Pre‐order by November 25th) January 8th (*Pre‐order by December 22nd) February 5th (January 29th) March 4th (February 26th) April 1st (*Pre‐order by March 23rd) May 5th (April 29th) June 3rd (May 26th) ‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐‐
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“Sweets For Soldiers”
Student Council will be
collecting Halloween candy to
donate to our troops from
November 2nd-4th!
Make sure to donate!
Thank you!
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Christmas Bazaar Raffle Donations
Our Christmas Bazaar Raffle Committee has begun collecting for our wonderful
“Theme Baskets” for the 2015 Saint Andrew Christmas Bazaar, to be held this
year on December 5 and 6. Each year, local businesses and families are most
generous in donating items for the baskets. We are hopeful that we can count
on you again this year.
Won’t you consider making a donation? Some of our themes are listed below, but feel free to use your imagination in making a donation.
Some of our best basket themes have stemmed from creativity of our donors!
Class Raffle Basket
Themes:
Bazaar Raffle Baskets:
Just Some Donations to
Consider…
Preschool – Money Tree
Kindergarten – Arts & crafts
1st Grade – Coffee
2nd Grade - Quiet Time
(Books/Puzzles)
3rd Grade – Travel (travel
games, books on tape, comfort
items, etc.)
4th Grade – Gift Wrap
(wrapping paper, greeting
cards, ribbons, etc.)
5th Grade – Movie Night
6th Grade – Christmas Kitchen
7th Grade – Family Night
(dinner, movies, museums,
etc.)
8th Grade - Baking Something for our “Basket of
“Cheer”
Gift Cards…you could use
Super Dollars…
Tickets to Sporting Events
Or a …cash donation for the
Super Prize!
With your generosity in the past, the Raffle Baskets (both Bazaar and Class) have been one of the most successful
tables at the Bazaar. If you would like to make a donation, please complete the form below, attach it to the item and
drop it off at the school office on or before November 25. Please note that donating to our Raffle Baskets is
completely voluntary.
Thank you in advance for your support of our Christmas Bazaar. We could never have this wonderful event without
the generosity of our families and local businesses. Please feel free to contact us with any questions.
Bazaar Raffle Committee
Lisa Lee 267-566-3323
[email protected]
Doreen McKenna 267-280-2499 [email protected]
Class Homeroom Raffle Contacts
Kate Lawall
[email protected]
Ellen Lawall [email protected] Donation to the Bazaar Raffle:
Donation to the Class Raffle:
Name: _____________________________________
Name: _____________________________________
Phone:_____________________________________
Class: _____________________________________
Item: ______________________________________
Phone:_____________________________________
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Help Raise Funds for
Saint Andrew School
Where: Both Richboro & Newtown locations
Learning Express of Richboro
Crossroads Plaza
800 Bustleton Pike
Richboro, PA 18954
215-953-6800
Learning Express of Newtown
Village at Newtown
2833 South Eagle Road
Newtown, PA 18940
215-968-6850
When: Monday, November 2 – Sunday, November 8
Who: All, friends and family too!
Why: Learning Express is donating 20% back to us!
For you: 10% OFF your entire purchase
For us: 10% total back to us for all purchases
(Cannot be combined with coupons or sale merchandise)
Please bring this flyer with you when shopping
So we make sure our organization gets credit!
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Villa Joseph Marie High School
Designer Handbag Bingo!
Friday, November 20, 2015
Doors open at 6:00 pm – Bingo begins at 7:00 pm
Villa Gymnasium
(Reserved Seating Available)
10 Regular Games of Bingo
Additional Sheets will be Available for Purchase
Specials, Raffle Baskets, and 50/50
Complimentary Coffee, Tea and Dessert
Beverages Available for Purchase or Bring your Own
Tickets are $30.00 in advance, $35.00 at the door
Tickets can be purchased online at
www.vjmhs.org/Bingo
Or
Mail your Reservation to: Villa Joseph Marie High School – BINGO!
1180 Holland Road, Holland, PA 18966
Make Checks Payable to Villa Joseph Marie
Name ___________________________________________
Address _________________________________________
________________________________________________
E-mail __________________ ____ Phone _____________
Number of Tickets ________ Total Enclosed __________
Sponsored by the Villa Joseph Marie Alumnae Association
Under 18 must be accompanied by adult
For further information contact Cindy Snyder 215-450-5148
LeeAnn Christian ([email protected]) or Denise Van Wert 215-702-7356
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