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Parent Newsletter 1/29/18
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A Message from the Director of the Lower School
Happy National Catholic Schools Week! We are thrilled to focus our attention this week on the importance of Catholic education and its value to young people and our communities. I pray that we - faculty, students, and families - possess more gratitude to God for the wonderful gift of Catholic schools, which provide a faith-centered education for children around the world. In particular, Saint Agnes School is a gem of this Archdiocese, offering an exceptional academic program that is built upon a commitment to bring souls to Christ through His Church. It is by tradition and the Sacraments that we seek to form in our students a Catholic heart and mind.
While the students have a busy week honoring and celebrating Catholic schools, I encourage parents to participate in three ways by 1) praying for the success of Catholic education in general and Saint Agnes School in particular, 2) helping children to participate in the dress-up days and activities, and 3) reading Saint Agnes School's
Philosophy of Education
to revisit the heart of our school's mission and the lofty goals for our students in partnership with you - parents and families - who are primary educators of these children. Thank you for choosing a Catholic education and Saint Agnes School for your children!
Sincerely Yours in Christ,
Emily Minton
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Announcing the "Faith & Tradition" Capital Campaign
After months of hard work, careful planning and plenty of prayer, we are pleased to announce that Saint Agnes is moving forward with a capital campaign to fund the renovation of the convent in preparation for the arrival of the Dominican Sisters and to address maintenance and facility issues throughout our campus. The decision to proceed with a campaign was a collective choice made by parish leaders, school leaders, Fr. Moriarty and approval from the archdiocese. Ultimately though, the decision was made by our parish and school families. During our recent planning study, the vast majority of respondents were in favor of a campaign and indicated they would financially support the effort.
The theme of our campaign is Faith & Tradition. This is fitting for the Saint Agnes community and this campaign because we are dedicated to keeping the Catholic faith and traditions alive.
It is an exciting time for our parish as we seek to lay a strong foundation for a positive future. To be successful, we will rely on every family at Saint Agnes to provide support. In the coming weeks, you will learn much more about the campaign and the different ways you can help the cause. In the meantime, please pray for the leaders and volunteers who will be working diligently to ensure a successful outcome.
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Time is Running Out to be Part of the Musical
There are only three days left to register for the spring 2018 musical production, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. No registrations will be accepted after January 31. Grades 7 through 12 may join the Chorus (no auditions needed) and grades 2 through 6 may be part of the exclusive Children's Choir. Auditions for lead roles are January 30 and 31 and open to grades 9 through 12. All registration and audition materials may be found in Mr. Johnson's room or downloaded from our website.
Give your child a little nudge in the direction of the musical. It will be an unforgettable experience!
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Red & White Benefit - Saturday, February 10
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Musical Help - Sheets Needed
Can you help? The musical is looking for clean, flat sheets of any size, color or design, to create garment bags for costumes. We appreciate all donations! Please bring them to the Kindergarten room 160.
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Capital Campaign Update
As we prepare for the beginning of our capital campaign, our goal is to answer questions that surfaced during the planning study through a series of bulletin inserts. The bulletin insert distributed at the Church of Saint Agnes this weekend covers questions we received about projects from the 2013 campaign that were left unfinished.
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Kindergarten Round-Up - Tuesday, February 6
We will be welcoming prospective Kindergartners to our school for a Kindergarten Open House on Tuesday, February 6 from 6-7:15PM. Meet our Lower School Director Mrs. Minton and tour the campus while prospective Kindergartners create a take-home project with Ms. Ballman, Mrs. Johnson, and their future classmates. Please share with families who might be interested in Kindergarten at Saint Agnes School! Invite friends directly through our Facebook event.
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VIRTUS Safe Environment Training - Monday, February 12
There will be a VIRTUS Protecting God's Children live 3 hour training session at Saint Agnes in Schuler Hall starting at 6PM on Monday, February 12. All are welcome to attend Virtus training sessions, but please remember that registration is required for all attendees.
Please click this link for the VIRTUS guide to complete registration and other Essential Three requirements (including Background Check, Code of Conduct and additional Safe Environment training). Contact Annette Beaudry at 651-925-8826 with any questions.
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3 - Snow Days Dance, Grades 9-12
14 - 9:30AM, K-12 Ash Wednesday Mass
16 - 8th Grade Confirmation Retreat
16 - 9:30AM, K-12 Stations of the Cross
17 - 8th Grade Sacrament of Confirmation
19 - President's Day, No School/Main Office Closed
23 - 9:30AM, K-12 Stations of the Cross
28 - 10:00AM, Virtue Assembly, Grades K-6
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Virtue Assembly - This Wednesday at 10AM
Parents of K-6 students are invited to join us for our monthly virtue assemblies. Each month in the auditorium, students present about a virtue and a saint to all K-6 students. Come see the hard work your child and their class has done to prepare for their presentation!
Come to Helene Houle Auditorium at 10AM to learn about the virtue of Fidelity from Classroom 3A.
2/28/18 - Cheerfulness - 2nd grade
3/27/18 - Temperance - 6th grade
4/24/18 - Obedience - 5th grade
5/29/18 - Diligence - 1st grade
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Current Job Opportunities at Warners' Stellian
Gain valuable experience in a positive work environment with strong values and high standards. Students, consider a job at Warner's Stellian! Contact Mr. Flood or Mrs. Boyle for more details.
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Spanish Department International Travel
The Spanish department is leading a trip to Nicaragua and Costa Rica in June 2019. This service and culture trip will start in Nicaragua, volunteering with Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos at their Nicaraguan home and then join a tour that will take us throughout Costa Rica. This trip is open to all Saint Agnes high school students in graduating classes 2019-2022.
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ACT Prep Course at Saint Agnes School: February 27-April 12
The ACT Test is a standardized exam that can determine both admission opportunities for colleges and eligibility for scholarships. So being, Saint Agnes is again offering its annual ACT prep course. The first class will be held on February 27. These classes endeavor to prepare students for the ACT and are timed in such a way that students are able to sign up for the April 14 testing date. The class will meet eleven times. Students will review each of the four mandatory sections of the ACT and, additionally, students will have the opportunity to write an ACT essay. The content of this class will include testing tips, content review, practice ACT sections, and a practice ACT test. A copy of the Real ACT Guide will be provided. Most classes will meet 3-4PM on Tuesday and Thursdays. See attached flyer for details.
Mrs. Eileen Douglass will be teaching the class. She has tutored students in the ACT and taught ACT testing courses for over ten years. Please contact her direct with any questions you might have.
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