MBSCS


To Jesus Through Mary

Mission Statement
  
Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, serving students in the eight sponsoring parishes of the region in grades pre-kindergarten to eight, is dedicated to excellence in education by developing life-long learners and leaders. We foster a faith-filled environment in partnership with families, emphasizing reverence, respect, and personal responsibility in the traditional spirit of Christian teaching.
 

January 18, 2018   

Phone: 410-208-1600

Fax: 410-208-4957

mostblessedss@yahoo.com 


Your ways, O Lord, make known to me;
teach me your paths,
guide me in your truth and teach me,
for you are God my savior.
Remember that your compassion, O Lord,
and your love are from of old.
In your kindness remember me,
because of your goodness, O Lord,
Good and upright is the Lord;
thus he shows sinners the way.
He guides the humble to justice,
he teaches the humble his way.
Psalm Ps25
 
Dear Parents and Guardians,
   
OPEN HOUSE
Please invite your friends and family to join us for our Open House Sunday, January 28, 2018 from 12:00 P.M. to 2:30 P.M. at Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, located at 11242 Racetrack Road, Berlin, MD. In celebration of Catholic Schools Week, prospective families, parishioners of our supporting parishes, and members of the community will have an opportunity to tour the facilities and speak to faculty and staff on hand regarding enrollment possibilities for the 2018-2019 academic year. Applications for the 2018-2019 academic year will be accepted starting February 1, 2018 for parishioner families. For more information, please contact Lisa Edmunds, Director of Admissions at 410.208.1600.
       

 
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK:   
JANUARY 28th-FEBRUARY 3rd 
Beginning on January 28th and ending on February 3rd, our Catholic School will join with Catholic Schools across the nation in celebrating the gift that Catholic Schools are to our Church, our communities and to the world. While Catholic Schools certainly face challenges, we strongly fulfill our mission of faith and academics each and every day. Our theme of Catholic Schools Week 2018 is, "Believe. Learn. Serve. Lead. Succeed." At Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, our students are taught to believe in our God, His Son, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit. They are also taught to believe in themselves as gifted with faith and made in the image and likeness of God. Our students are taught to be learners who are open to genuine knowledge as a gift from God. Along with being taught to believe in our God, MBS students are taught that our belief calls us to serve each other. Our students are empowered with the skills to be leaders in their faith communities as well as in the communities in which they reside. Finally, our students are taught that finding success takes hard work and effort. Please plan to join us as we celebrate Catholic Schools Week 2018!
 
MBS will begin the week with an Admissions Open House on Sunday, January 28th from 12:00-2:30 p.m.  Included in the Catholic Schools Week scheduled events is time for parents to visit classrooms on Tuesday, January 30th.   Parents and guests are welcome and encouraged to join us for as many of the events as their schedules allow. Please note that there will be NO AFTERCARE on Friday, February 2nd.
   
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS FAMILY LUNCHEON 
The annual family luncheon held during Catholic Schools Week will take place on Friday, February 2nd. Guests may bring lunch for themselves and their student hosts or guests may purchase lunch in advance for $6.00 per person. Lunch will be prepared by Damiana Clubb of Le Donne Cucina. This year you have the choice of Italian Sausage Sub with a side of Pasta Pomodoro OR Chicken Parmesan with a side of Pasta Pomodoro. ALL GUESTS should please bring your own drinks. Order forms are being sent home in this week's Thursday folder. The deadline for orders is January 30th. Full a la carte menu will be available.
 
PLEASE NOTE THE FAMILY LUNCHEON TIMES.
11:15-11:45 a.m. 1st Lunch (Families N-Z)  
12:00-12:30 p.m. 2nd Lunch (Families A-M
 
Student dismissal after lunch shifts:
1st lunch (Families N-Z) dismissed at 11:45 a.m.
2nd lunch (Families A-M) dismissed at 12:30 p.m.  
Buses depart at 12:30 p.m.
Please note that there will be NO AFTERCARE on Friday, February 2nd.
 
Catholic Schools Week
To Jesus Through Mary
Sunday, January 28, 2018
  • 12:00-2:30 Most Blessed Sacrament Open House
Monday, January 29, 2018
  • Spirit Day (Blue/White)
  • 9:30 Talent Show
  • 1:30 Pep Rally, Gymnasium (present class cheers, 8th grade vs faculty volleyball game)
Tuesday, January 30, 2018
  • Regular Uniform
  • 7:30 Pastries for Parents (Classroom Visitations 9:00-11:00)
  • 1:00-3:00 Movie/Game Day (Grade level pods)
Wednesday, January 31, 2018
  • Movie/Book Character Day
  • 8:15 and 9:15 Science is Everywhere Presentation
  • Staff Appreciation Day
Thursday, February 1, 2018
  • Regular Uniforms
  • 8:30 Mass Entire School Attends
  • 10:00 Religion Jeopardy
  • Service Project with Prayer Buddies
Friday, February 2, 2018
  • Sports Team Jersey Day
  • Special Guest Luncheon (11:15-11:45 Families N-Z, 12:00-12:30 Families A-M)
  • Student Dismissal after lunch. 1st lunch dismissed at 11:45 2nd lunch dismissed at 12:30, Buses depart at 12:30
School Wide Service Projects
  • School Wide Community Drive to Collect Hats, Gloves, Socks, and Scarves (new or gently used)
 
BOX TOPS CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK  
CLASSROOM CHALLENGE
We are planning another Box Tops Classroom Challenge during Catholic Schools Week. Please send your Box Tops during that week. The class that collects the most will win an Ice Cream Sundae Party!  Be sure to ask all of your relatives, friends and co-workers to help. Thank you so much for your constant support of this continual fundraiser! It's one of the easiest ways to raise money for MBS!
 
MASS CHANGE
We will attend Mass on Friday, January 19th at 8:30 a.m. to show our solidarity with the Right to Life March in Washington, D.C. that will take place on that date. Our students and faculty will join the parishioners of St. John Neumann Parish in their prayers for our nation's leaders that all may work to protect human life from conception to natural death. All are welcome to join us. Our wonderful 8th grade will pray the Rosary for Life following Mass.  
 
CONGRATULATIONS
 
Our school would like to congratulate the following students whose artwork was selected as noted in the "Keep Christ In Christmas" poster contest that was sponsored by the Knights of Columbus Council 9053. Many thanks to the Knights.
 
Grades 2-4: Olivia Evans, M.B.S.
Grades 5-8: Katherine Erickson, M.B.S.
Best Overall: Theresa Hayes, M.B.S.
 
DIOCESAN and MBS TUITION ASSISTANCE -
VERY IMPORTANT
 
The Diocese of Wilmington is now accepting Tuition Assistance applications for the 2018-2019 upcoming school year. Tuition assistance through the Diocese of Wilmington is provided to children attending grades K-12. Pre-school, before and after care are not funded through this program.  
To be considered, parents must submit an application online to FACTS Grant & Aid Assessment for evaluation at www.online.factsmgt.com/aid. FACTS representatives are available to guide parents through the application process and to answer any questions by calling 1-866-441-4637. Completed applications, including all supporting documentation such as tax forms, are due March 5th. Applications that are submitted after that date will NOT be considered for assistance.
 
PLEASE REMEMBER: ALL families who wish to be considered for MBS assistance must complete and submit the FACTS application.   
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THE PRODUCTION DATES HAVE BEEN SET!!
April 26th at 6:30 p.m.
April 27th at 7:00 p.m.
April 28th at 7:00 p.m. 
Rehearsals for the  upcoming s pring musical,  Mary  Poppins  JR  are now underway! Next week, a n information  sheet will be sent home with   students who are participating regarding upcoming rehearsals and performance dates. P arents will need to review, sign and return the information sheet to school.  Cast members  are asked to attend the following upcoming  after school rehearsals...  
  • Wednesday, January 24 th  until 5:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday, February 7 th  until 5:00 p.m.     
Questions? Please contact Mrs. Bennett at  nbennett@mbscs.org    

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MAGIC TREE HOUSE: Pirates Past Noon KIDS 
Students in second, third, and fourth grades have begun rehearsing for the MBS School Production of The Magic Tree House: Pirates Past Noon KIDS,featuring our third grade "Stars of Tomorrow" in the lead roles. 2nd Grade students will complete the ensemble as members of the pirate crew and island creatures, while our 4th Grade "veteran" actors and actresses will fill out the cast and take on production responsibilities, including costuming, props and scenery production. The middle school drama class and sewing group will help to make costumes, design and create scenery, and work as the stage crew. We are looking for adult volunteers to help in all areas of stage production. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Mrs. Selba at jselba@mbscs.org.
 
The following is a list of materials needed for the show:
Pirate Costumes - hats, shirts, swords, etc.
Island themed decorations
Island Creature costumes and/or accessories -
Seagull, Pelican, Crab, Starfish, Jellyfish, Lobster, Lizard
 
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BACK THIS YEAR:  The Casino MEGA 50/50. Only 200 tickets will be sold at $100 per ticket. Take your chance to win up to $10,000 on Casino Night! Tuition, a new car, a great vacation, use it however you choose.  MEGA 50/50 ticket purchase forms will be sent home today, also available online at www.mostblessedsacramentschool.com.
Make your reservations today and don't miss out on our biggest and last fundraiser of the year! Advanced reservations can be purchased for $45 each online at www.mostblessedsacramentschool.com or by sending your check into the office. Tickets at the door are $50 each.
Please text or call Michelle Parsons at 302-584-3216 or email Saron Hand at hsa@mbscs.org for a form or questions regarding MBS Casino Night.
 
 
 
Thank you in advance for your support.
 
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COLD WEATHER...
The colder weather is here! We would like to remind parents that on days when the temperature is 35 degrees or lower, children must have a coat to wear in order to participate in outdoor recess. Girls will be allowed to put on their gym sweatpants under their skirts or jumpers for recess on cold days. Please be sure that children are dressed for cold weather each day and especially on Thursday when we walk to Mass.
 
WEATHER RELATED SCHOOL CLOSINGS
Our school is in a somewhat extraordinary situation when one considers our attendance area. We have students who attend from as far away as Seaford, DE, Lewes, DE and Newark, MD. Given such a wide area, there are several conditions that must be considered when making a determination to delay or close school when weather and road conditions are questionable. First and foremost is student and driver safety. There certainly some days on which the decision is a "no brainer." When there is question about what is the best decision, we consult with our bus companies and law enforcement in Maryland and Delaware. Please be assured that the decision to open, delay or close school is not made in an arbitrary fashion. We make every effort to make a decision that is in the best interest of student, parent and staff safety. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
 
BLIZZARD BAGS
In anticipation of inclement weather and subsequent unsafe road conditions that would cause us to close school, our school has implemented the "Blizzard Bags" program. Children will bring home their Blizzard Bags that contain assignments to be completed on those days on which school is closed for weather related reasons. Each child is expected to complete the assigned work and return it to his/her teacher when school resumes. In doing so, we will not be required to "make-up" the days missed. It is very important that all students complete the assignments as provided. Your cooperation in assuring that assignments are completed is very much appreciated. If a student has difficulty with an assignment, the parent is asked to communicate with the child's teacher so that guidance may be provided and additional time for completion will be given. Thank you!
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MBS CAR RAFFLE
Benefiting the Technology Development Fund of MBS

MBS Car Raffle tickets, 1 for $10, 6 for $50, 13 for $100- 2018 Chevrolet Spark OR $10,000 CASH!
Have you sold your raffle tickets? We are asking every family to sell a minimum of 15 tickets for our MBS Car Raffle, to benefit the technology development fund of MBS. Through this fund, we will be able to purchase iPads and Surface Pro tablets. The goal is to have a one to one digital technology ratio to be used in classroom instruction for third through eighth grades. If each family sells a minimum of 15 tickets, that will bring in close to $15,000 for our technology development fund!  You can also encourage friends and family to purchase tickets online on our website at www.mostblessedsacramentschool.com or click this link: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xryz7ocab&oeidk=a07eepeuy0sc6a98d39.
 
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COUNSELING CORNER
This week I met with Pre-3 and Pre-4.  We read, "The Berenstain Bears Love Their Neighbors" in Pre-3 and we read, "Teach Me to Love" in Pre-4.  We discussed showing love to our friends and family.  We discussed a Valentine project they will do with their prayer buddies.  They will make Valentines for Veterans.
 
Do you still have your Christmas cards?
If so, you may donate the covers of your cards to MBS.  We will then donate them to the Seton Center.  They use the covers of used Christmas cards as labels every year when they make stockings to donate to families in need.  You may send them into the office.  We have a collection box by the box top collection box.  Thank you!
 
      
   
ATHLETICS
 
Congratulations to the JV Boys for their victory over Worcester Prep.
 
 
 
Upcoming Basketball Games
1/23 (Tue)- Boys Varsity @ Pocomoke- 4:00PM
1/25 Thu)- Girls Varsity @ St. Francis- 4:00PM
1/25 (Thu)- Boys Varsity @ St. Francis- 5:00PM
1/27 (Sat)- Girls Varsity @ Salisbury Christian Tournament- 10:00AM (First Game)

 
 
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 IMPORTANT DATES
   
January
19th                             12:10 Dismissal-Parent Conferences
19th                             March for Life
28th                             Open House-12-2:30 
28th-Feb2nd                Catholic Schools Week             
   
 
PARISHES 
St. Ann 
Hello Parents from St. Ann's Parish,
Every year, MBS families host "Donut Sunday" from October to April at St. Ann's in Bethany after 10:30 Mass.  We provide donuts and make coffee for parishioners to enjoy in Delaney Hall.  Our children are encouraged to wear their MBS polo shirt so that our Parishioners recognize them and know that they are part of the MBS family. The children help serve and clean up as well. If you are interested in helping out any of these dates, please email me directly. You may earn FIP hours for your time.
Dates are: 2/11, 3/11 and 4/8.
 
St John Neumann
Parents of 2nd Graders: Our next important date is 21 January at 10AM. On this date the 1st Reconciliation folders will be due and the 1st Eucharist materials will be distributed. Also at this time the parents who are going through this experience for the first time will stay for a preparatory session.
Confirmation 2018 - Our next gathering will be Sunday 11 February beginning at 12:30. Please bring your lunch, your Carpe Diem and any assignments or paperwork that was requested. 
The 11th Annual Saint John Neumann Women's Retreat will beheld on January 26-28, 2018 at the Dunes Manor Hotel located on 28th Street in Ocean City. Our Retreat Facilitator this year will be Sr. Pat Smith.  
Registration has begun - please contact Nancy Groves 410-208-2854 or ngroves@stjnrcc.com to register.   
 
St. Jude the Apostle
BeachORIGINALS'  are HERE!  
Stop by the Religious Education Office to purchase your cards between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. Buy One Entrée, Get up to $15 Off the Second Entrée (of equal or lesser value) at several of the resort area's most exceptional restaurants through April 30, 2018.  Still only $20 a card!  Your purchase will help support St. Jude's Religious Education Program.
 
 
 
   
Vision Statement  
 

Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School provides rigorous and technologically relevant instruction that is intentionally integrated with Catholic identity.  Together, as Pastors, administrators, teachers and parents, we nurture the development of the mind, the body, and the soul, in each of our students.  Our students are able to make sound decisions based upon the teachings of Jesus Christ and modeled upon the lives of the saints.  As a faith and learning community, we teach students a passion for the truth and a love for discovery and knowledge. Our students are prepared to relate their Catholic faith to their culture and actively live their faith as members of the greater community.