St. Isidore School Newsletter

St. Isidore School Newsletter-January 24, 2018

Growing in Grace & Peace

Service---St. Katherine Drexel---Volunteer Week A

D ear St. Isidore Families,

With one of my favorite weeks of the year, National Catholic Schools Week, beginning next week, I began to think of my own Catholic education. Some things have changed so much, but some defining values will always stay the same. Catholic school children gain a love of learning, develop a deeply rooted faith, and are confident that the teacher knows who they are and that they matter. These aspects of Catholic education continue to be visible in our school every day.

We are busy preparing for Catholics Schools Week, which is an annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States. In essence, it is a week celebrating who we are as a school and community. The observance kicks off Sunday, January 28 ^th after the 9:00a.m mass. Students are encouraged to come to mass in full uniform, and will receive a free dress pass for doing so. After mass, the school is open for Sneak-A-Peek. It is an exciting opportunity to spotlight what our students are learning and what they have accomplished. I invite you to bring your friends and neighbors, particularly those who may be considering a Catholic education for their children.

Please join us Monday, January 29th for a showing of the popular documentary “Angst.” Angst is a documentary that looks at anxiety, its causes and effects, and what we can do about it. Parents and 5 ^th -8 ^th grade students are encouraged to attend. There will be two showings: 2:30–3:30 p.m. and 7:00–8:00 p.m. in the St. Isidore Room. Kids Konnection will be free for those at the 2:30 showing.

SIS will be celebrating Catholic Schools Week by participating in an online giving campaign supporting Catholic Education starting Monday, January 29 ^th through Friday, February 2 ^nd . The campaign is Many Gifts, One Nation - A Day of Giving to Catholic Schools , made possible by NCEA . Any donation, small or large, is appreciated and will go directly to St. Isidore School. Click Here to donate.

I am looking forward to seeing you Thursday, February 1 ^st at the school Science Fair and Open House. In an effort to make attending a little easier for families, we will have food trucks on campus! Abel’s Taco Truck and Pizza Guys will be serving food from

5:00 -7:00p.m. We will even have treats in the Makerspace. This is a great opportunity to feed your family and catch up with friends. Click Here for Catholic Schools Week Daily Student Events.

Auction is only a month away, and our wonderful chairs and their fabulous team are hard at work creating an unforgettable evening! Please note the deadline for Class Donations is Thursday, February 25 ^th and early bird ticket pricing ends Friday, February 26 ^th . Don’t miss out on taking advantage of the discount. The auction is still in need of some items and has requested restaurant gift cards. Our popular “Auction Puppy” will need a proper name. The puppy naming contest will begin next week.

Need PEP hours? Please consider signing up to help with Science Fair or The 4^th Annual Catholic Schools Bake Off . The Bake Off is a fun event where you bake a brunch item for our grateful staff. The staff will judge their favorite dish and the winner will win free dress passes for their entire family. Both events will be held on Wednesday, January 31 ^st . As always, your continued support is appreciated by all.

Thank you to everyone who attended and invited friends to our TK/Kindergarten Open House. I love to show off our school and let people see what great things happen here throughout the day. If you know of anyone who was unable to attend or is interested in another grade, please encourage them to call the school office and set up a tour.

I am amazed and humbled by the sacrifices parents make to provide a Catholic education for their children. I look forward to seeing you at any or all of our events planned for this special week!

God bless,

Maria Ward, Principal

St. Isidore School

Important Dates

Thursday, January 25- 5th Grade Colonial Days
Friday, January 26- Mass grades 3,4,5
Sunday, January 28- Sneak A Peek: school open after 9AM Mass
Monday, January 29- Catholic Schools Week begins
Monday, January 29- "Agnst" Documentary shown 2:30PM/7:00Pm
Thursday, February 1- Food Trucks at 5PM/Science Fair 5:30PM/Open House 6PM
Friday, February 2- All School Mass 8:00AM/ 12:00PM Dismissal
Thursday, February 8- Free Dress for February Birthdays
Friday, February 9- All School Mass 8:00AM
Friday, February 9- 3rd grade Grandparents Day
Monday, February 12-Random Acts of Kindness Week Begins

Prayers

Please pray for the Neves Family's grandmother and for Debbie Paynter who have both passed away. Let's also pray for all those who are suffering from illnesses, especially Mrs. Bowes. May God keep them in His tender, loving care.

PTG

Thank you for your continued support through 2018! Click Here to Donate.

Give Back Day, February 13th! Celebrate Fat Tuesday at Chow Restaurant . 10% of DINE-IN lunch and dinner will go back to SIS.

St Isidore School Auction - Let’s Party Like it’s 1929! February 24 ^th , 2018.

Click Here for the latest news. Class donations are due by January 25th. Every class that gets 100% participation will receive an ice cream party.

School Sponsorship Opportunities! Click Here

Library Corner

The SIS Library is proud to welcome author Jonathan Stokes ! Mr. Stokes, a former teacher has written screenplays on assignment for Warner Brothers, Universal, and several other studios. Mr. Stokes will be introducing his newest series, The Thrifty Guides , to Grades 3, 4, and 5 on Tuesday, February 6 ^th at 10 am. The Thrifty Guide to Ancient Rome and The Thrifty Guide to the American Revolution are the only guidebooks you need for your next time travel vacation! These Thrifty Guides take readers on funny and informative trips to the greatest moments in history. Complete with comic-like illustrations and informational charts, history has never been more fun! Mr. Stokes will also have his Addison Cooke Series available. Addison Cooke, amateur archeologist, is Indiana Jones and James Bond rolled into one! Get ready for adventure! Mr. Stokes will also be available for book signing. As always, parents are welcome to attend. See you there!

Click here to order autographed copies of Mr. Stokes’ books for your child.

SIS Family Highlight

Congratulations to Alumni Ryan and Richard Mabanag for earning their Eagle Scout Award . The Eagle Scout Award is the highest honor in Scouting. Both Richard and Ryan joined Pack 804 while at St. Isidore School. This is where they first learned the value of service for others. They have since participated in numerous service projects. We are so proud of them!