Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School
"Let Go & Let God"
Educating the Mind, Body, and Soul
Pelican Express
February 22 - March 1, 2018
School Hours: 7:25 am - 2:45 pm with assembly beginning at
7:45 am and carpool ending at 3:10 pm
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This morning, we recognized the 17 people who were recently killed in the Florida school shooting. Not to worry, we did not mention the shooting or deaths but rather honored their lives with a procession of white roses and prayers for peace, love and forgiveness.
Earlier this year, I wrote an article about generosity of spirit that included a quote from Mr. Rogers. How fitting that I use it again as this is the 50
th
anniversary of the first airing of Mr. Rogers and reminder of the good in the world. “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, "Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” Let us remember always, that good conquers evil.
We have received many emails of concern since the shooting. Please be assured that school safety is a top priority. We will be organizing a task force of approximately 15 parents and teachers who have expressed interest in looking at our campus security. We will convene in the next few weeks. After meeting with the task force, with the assistance of the Baton Rouge Police Department we will be planning for and practicing an Active Shooter Drill. You will receive information about the drill and communication tips for how to talk with your children about it prior to the discussions we will have in class. You will also be notified of when the drill with take place and once the drill is completed.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at cgioe@cox.net
In Christ,
Cheri Gioe
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Important Dates for February/March
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February 26 - March 5 -
Lenten Food Bank Collection
February 27
- Youth Leg Meeting 7:15am
February 28
- Time & Talent Cards Due
March 1
- 7th Grade Retreat
March 2
- 7th Grade Living Wax Museum
March 6
- Family Night
March 8
- Last Day to Test for AR / Mass 8:15am
March 9
- End of 3rd 9 Weeks / Spirit Shirt Day / 8th Grade Living Wax Museum
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The first day of school for the 2018-2019 school year will be on
Wednesday, August 8, 2018.
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MBS School
Lenten Food Bank Project
Our school community is asked to participate in a
collection sponsored by the 7th grade students.
We will be collecting
cans of soup and boxes of crackers
to help the Baton Rouge Food Bank assist families who are in need.
(Items cannot be past their expiration date or opened in any way.)
Food may be brought in from
Monday-Monday, Feb. 26 – Mar. 5, 2018.
Thank you for your generosity!
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Lenten Reconciliation - Grades 3-5
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n early March, Fr. Phil will be celebrating the Sacrament of Reconciliation with students in grades 3-5. Our religion teachers will be reviewing with the students how the Church celebrates this Sacrament.
In the past, we have invited priests in our diocese to assist with Reconciliation. Fr. Phil decided this year that he would spend the time offering Reconciliation to all of the students on his own. As such, over a series of several days, each section in grades 3-5 will have a designated time for private Reconciliation. Mr. Planche will oversee the children while they are waiting for their turn and will help them to decide at the final moment what they wish to talk to Fr. about.
It is a privilege to have this opportunity to celebrate with your children. Please me mindful that Reconciliation is also offered every Saturday before the 4:30pm Mass, beginning at 3:30pm.
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Cafeteria Volunteers Needed
If you are interested in volunteering to serve in our cafeteria, please sign up using the link below. This link also includes information and important reminders when volunteering.
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*Please remember that your Child Protection Certification must be completed prior to volunteering.**
For February cafeteria sign up, please click
here
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For March cafeteria sign up, please click
here
.
THANK YOU BUNCHES FOR HELPING WITH THE LUNCHES!!!
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Click
here
to pay your fees online.
Click
here
for the February Menu.
Individual Meal Prices
Breakfast - $1.80
Breakfast Reduced - $0.30
Lunch - $2.95
Lunch Reduced - $0.40
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February Fees (15 days)
Breakfast - $27.00
Breakfast Reduced - $4.50
Lunch - $44.25
Lunch Reduced - $6.00
Adult Lunch - $5.00
Extras - $0.60 - $2.25
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Lunchables Coming to MBS Cafeteria!!
Starting next week, the cafeteria will be offering their version of Lunchables as a choice option for students in grades 3-8.
The Lunchable will consist of:
Ham or Turkey
Carrot Sticks with Ranch dressing
Fruit cup or Craisins
Small juice
Crackers
Snack (cookie)
@ the low price of $2.95
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Time & Talent Pink Cards
Just a reminder that Time & Talent Cards are due
February 28
.
Click
here
for Time & Talent Guidelines.
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From the Office of Child Protection:
Important Notification:
Our Child Protection site supervisor, Ms. Beverly Peterson, will be out of the office for an extended period of time for a series of medical treatments. We have a certified volunteer who met with the Diocese and will be available for a few hours each week. Processing time of child protection applications will be affected. As such, if you are planning to volunteer, please pick up your packet at least a month before your volunteer event will occur. Packets may be picked up in the Office of Christian Formation from 8:30-2:30 Monday-Thursday. Please pray for a quick recovery for Ms. Peterson. We thank you in advance for your patience.
Parents,
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n order to volunteer at MBS School, the school child protection process must be completed. This includes four parts-a completed volunteer application, certificate of completion of online training, signatory page from the Code of Ethics, and a fingerprint background check.
Please note that if you have been deemed compliant with the Parish for scouts, sports (grades K-4), etc. you are
NOT
compliant with the school child protection process until you have completed the fingerprint background check. The fingerprint background check is an extra step required to volunteer in a school. The paperwork for the fingerprint background check is available through my office.
If you have any questions concerning your compliance, please contact Beverly Peterson at
bpeterson@mbsbr.org
or at
225-753-5526
. Thank you for your cooperation with this matter.
Parents, please do not go to the state police to be fingerprinted without the necessary paperwork to have the proper background check run.
Beverly Peterson
Child Protection Site Coordinator
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Please Note the Following Change:
MBS will make up the cold weather day on
Friday, April 6 only
. Please contact the office and teachers with any conflicts or concerns.
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Vacation Bible School Needs Your Help!!
MBS Vacation Bible School is scheduled for the mornings of
June 25 to 29
and is in the planning stages. Before MBS can open registration and assure the parish that we meet Diocese of Baton Rouge Child Protection requirements and mandated supervision ratios,
MBS needs a group of ADULT volunteers (over 21 years of age)
. All adults must be background checked, trained, and accepted for MBS to begin the children’s registration process. Adults who are current in the Child Protection process do not need to go through the process again.
TEEN volunteers will also be needed
and additional information regarding teen help will be sent out later. Teens do not need to contact MBS at this time. Watch the Bulletin for information on Teen volunteering.
To sign up as a VBS ADULT helper...please call Judy Carr (in the evenings) at
(225) 335-6563
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Come join us in this half-day of fun and faith for young children of our parish.
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Volunteers Needed!!
Come help the MBS Grounds Crew tidy up our school grounds.
The All Hands Clean Up days this Spring will be
Saturday March 3rd and March 10th
. Bring your yard gloves and meet in the parking lot behind St. Ursula Hall. We need hands to mow, edge, weed, rake, and pick up fallen branches. Everyone is welcome!!
MBS families receive triple time and talent hours for helping with this ministry.
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Suicide Awareness and Prevention Speaker
February 28 at St. Michael High School
St. Michael High School is excited to announce that we will be hosting a nationally recognized speaker on Suicide Awareness and Prevention. Kevin Hines is one of the few people ever to survive a suicide attempt by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. Kevin now travels the country and is an advocate for suicide awareness and prevention
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We are excited to be hosting a middle school student and parent night in the St. Michael Gym at 6:30pm on Wednesday, February 28, 2018. All Diocesan middle school students and their parents/guardians are invited to attend this presentation.
Because of the nature of the presentation, middle school students must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Parent resources will be provided to all those that attend and sign in and provide their email address. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Sizzling Summer Programs at St. Joseph's Academy
St. Joseph's Academy would like to notify the families of rising 3
rd
– 8
th
grade girls about the exciting opportunities offered on their campus during the month of June.
Registration begins March 1, 2018.
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Paving the Future - Brick Campaign
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Click
here
to visit the Home & School Website.
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Home and School Officer Positions Available for 2018-2019
If you are interested in serving as an officer of the MBS Home and School Association, especially as a president or secretary, please click
here
for additional information and application.
Congratulations to Jay LeBlanc
2018-2019 MBS Mother Seton Award Recipient
Like Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, Jay LeBlanc has a deep devotion to the Most Blessed Sacrament, The Eucharist, his family, and Catholic Education. Jay mostly works quietly behind the scenes serving as an adviser, confidant and diplomat for many. He truly is a devout disciple of Jesus and champion for MBS. Jay has supported MBS in may ways over the years. Most recently, he chaired the Council of Education. Currently he is an active member of the MBS Men's Club and volunteer for many sports serving as a coach and team captain. Jay will also serve as the chair of the newly formed MBS Athletic Council that will launch this upcoming fall. Congratulations Jay! Your MBS family is Pelican proud of you!
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Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School * 751-0273
8033 Baringer Rd. Baton Rouge, LA 70817
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