Big Shoulders Tax Scholarship Info

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A 2016 & 2006 National Blue Ribbon School of Academic Excellence
 
Upcoming Events

Wednesday
Jan. 24
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Pack the Gym
 
Friday
Jan. 26
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Culver's Day
NO HOT LUNCH

Sunday
Jan. 28
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9am Catholic Schools Week Mass followed by our Open House

Friday
Feb. 2
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 Pizza Day/ 
Dress Down Day/ Change for Charity

 
Tax Scholarship Info
            
As previously communicated, the new  Illinois Tax Credit Scholarship Program  could cover up to 100 percent of tuition and eligible fees for next school year. The Archdiocese of Chicago and Saint Anne are encouraging all potentially qualified families to apply for this scholarship. The income tables that will be utilized to determine eligibility can be found   here .
 
To apply for a tax credit scholarship, you will need to apply to a Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO), a separate organization that is responsible for receiving and processing scholarship applications, and distributing the scholarships to eligible students.  Families are strongly encouraged to submit an application to two specific SGOs: 1) Empower Illinois and 2) Big Shoulders Fund. Scholarships will be awarded on a first come, first serve basis, so it is very important to apply early.
 
Big Shoulders Fund is now open
Website:  bigshouldersfundsgo.org     
Necessary application documents:
 
1. The following documents are acceptable for proof of income (please black out or cover any social security numbers before scanning the documents). You will be asked to provide ONE of the following: 
a. 1040 from 2016 or 2017 (either U.S. or IL)  
b. Report from third-party financial aid reviewer (i.e. FACTS, TADS, SMART) within the last 12 months 
c. Sworn statement that you did not file with the IRS
 
2. We will accept the following documents for proof of address. You will be asked to provide ONE of the following: 
a. Current utility bill or rental agreement 
b. Current Illinois driver's license or State of Illinois identification card 
c. Stamped U.S. Postal Service change of address form
Home & School News
            
Volunteers Needed for Teacher Appreciation Luncheon!
On  Wednesday, January 31st   during Catholic Schools week we will be celebrating our fantastic teachers here at St. Anne by providing lunch.  Please consider helping.  Visit here
to sign up to bring an item or give your time.  If you have any questions, please contact Valerie Hessling at vlhessling@gmail.com or Stephanie Hamel at sdhamel2006@gmail.com.

Daddy Daughter Dance
The Daddy Daughter Dance is on Friday, February 9th in the Parish Gym from 6:30 to 8:30.  More information can be found on the attached invitation.  Please RSVP by February 5th.   

Character Counts!

Each year Barrington Junior Women's Club hosts Character Counts awards for the village of Barrington.  We accept nominations for the "unsung heroes" in our community who exemplify one of the 6 pillars of the award: respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, trustworthiness, and citizenship. It can be anyone from the local crossing guard to a friendly face at the library to a teacher that goes above and beyond in our school.  If you would like to nominate someone, please fill out the google form 
BJWC Character Counts! 2018  before March 4.  Awards are given at the Village Hall at the end of April. 
 
Pack the Gym Night
 
St. Anne's Winter Boys Basketball Pack the Gym Night Wednesday January 24th vs. Wayside starting at 5 pm in the St. Anne's School Gym.  We are hoping that students will come out and cheer on their fellow athletes!  

Any student that brings in can goods for the House of Hope, will receive an out of Uniform Pass!
 
Three point shot contest!
 
So, come out and show your St. Anne's School Spirit!!
 
 
Girls on the Run
 
Here at St. Anne, we are fortunate to host a Girls on The Run program for our female students in 3rd, 4th & 5th grade.
 
What is Girls on the Run?
For those unfamiliar with the program, Girls on the Run (GOTR) is a program that encourages positive emotional, social, mental and physical development.  Participants explore and discuss their own beliefs around experiences and challenges girls face at this age.  They also develop important strategies and skills to help them navigate life experiences. Physical activity is woven into the program to inspire an appreciation of fitness and to build habits that lead to a lifetime of health.  At the end of each three month session, the girls participate in a Girls on the Run 5K event.  This celebratory, non-competitive event is the culminating experience of the curriculum. 
 
When is Girls on the Run?
Beginning March 20th, our group will meet on Tuesdays and Fridays from 3:15-4:30pm at school.     We will begin each session with a small group discussion on the theme of the week, such as building confidence, healthy relationships, self care and dealing with peer pressure, to name a few. We will then incorporate physical activity for the remainder of the session to prepare ourselves for a 5K that culminates the end of our program.  The 5K will take place in late May or early June at a location to be determined.
 
How can I learn more about the Girls on the Run program?
Girls on the Run website:
 
How Do You Measure a Girl's Potential?
 
How do I sign my daughter up for Girls on the Run?
If your daughter is interested in participating in the Girls on the Run program at St. Anne, you must register her here:
 
Please note there is a fee to participate and each family is responsible for paying the fee.  However, there are options for financial assistance, should a family need it.  No child is ever turned away for financial reasons.
 
Yes!  I would like to be a Parent Coach and help facilitate at every practice.  
St. Anne is in need of 2 more parent coaches who can attend practice each week.  This requires an additional day of training at an off-site location in February.  If interested, please contact Jane Hoffman.  
 
I have some questions, who should I contact?
Jane Hoffman, Site Coordinator, 
 
We look forward to a fun and rewarding season with the girls!
Jane Hoffman & Gina Koertner - Girls on the Run Site Coordinators

Amazon Smile!
Are you aware that every purchase you make with Amazon can turn into a donation to St. Anne School?   That's right, a donation of .5% of every qualified order will turn into CASH to St Anne School!

In order for your Amazon Account to Qualify, there are some steps you must take to ensure the donation is tagged for St Anne.

See instructions below:

Sign into your account
Go to Pick your own Charitable Organization, by typing in St. Anne Church Barrington.
Select the school
After you have selected St. Anne Church, you will only need to do one last thing!

Change your Amazon.com landing page to  smile.amazon.com

Make a bookmark for  smile.amazon.com so that you don't forget it is this website that tracks all purchases for the .05% donation!
(To make a bookmark for this site, go to Bookmarks and select Add Bookmark)

If you have questions, please email me at  kmmajerus@yahoo.com.   I'm more than happy to assist folks set up their account and bookmark!

Wellness Committee
Try It Tue featured Edamame; young soybeans usually steamed or boiled inside a pod. Edamame is a great addition to salads and mixed dishes. It is also a tasty snack that can be served streamed in the pod or shelled and roasted.  Here is some helpful information about edamame. We let the students sample two preparation methods: boiled from frozen or roasted.  Here is the instructions for roasting. Ask your child about their Try It Tuesday experience!

Home & School News
Interested in getting involved with the Home & School Executive Board next year?  Please contact Stephanie Hamel at  sdhamel2006@gmail.com for more information.