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Parent Newsletter: 10/16/2017
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A Message from the Assistant Headmaster
Dear Parents,
It is hard to believe we are already past MEA Break and the midway point of the first semester! There's a part of me that feels like the school year is still just starting, but we are well underway. Elementary students will be bringing home progress reports on Tuesday, and parents are encouraged to use Educate to check the progress of their students in grades 7-12.
In The Educational Philosophy of Saint Agnes School we read, "Parents, the primary educators of their children, establish a partnership with Saint Agnes School when they choose our institution... Only when parents and the school truly work as a team can the formation of young men and women be successful." One opportunity to work as a team in the formation and education of your children is this Thursday with our Fall Parent/Teacher Conferences from noon to 8:00pm. This is a great time to touch base with your children's teachers about their progress and ways you can support their academic formation at home and ways we can support you at school. Conferences with elementary teachers are scheduled via SignUpGenius, and conferences with junior high and high school teachers are on a drop-in basis in the UAC Commons and Gruden Gym. If you cannot make Thursday's conferences, you are welcome to reach out to teachers directly for updates. Please note there is no school on Thursday!
The midway point of the semester also means it is playoff time for fall sports! We look forward to seeing many of you out to support the Aggie football team against Rush City on Tuesday night at Hamline University, and the Aggie volleyball team against St. Paul Johnson on Wednesday here at home in Bandas Gymnasium. Details are below. Congratulations to the Aggie cross-country team for their 6th place finish at the Conference meet this past Tuesday. The cross-country section meet is this Thursday at Battle Creek Regional Park. Varsity girls run at 4:00pm and varsity boys run at 4:30pm. Congratulations, too, to the boys and girls soccer teams and the members of the girls' swim and dive co-op as they have wrapped up their 2017 seasons. The grade school volleyball teams have playoffs this week, as well, culminating in the CAA Volleyball Championships being held here at Bandas Gymnasium this coming Sunday.
In Christ,
Karl Hendrickson
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K-12 Fall Conferences and No School on 10/26
Make sure to mark your calendars for Parent/Teacher Conferences on Thursday, October 26, from 12:00 to 8:00 PM. A reminder that there is no school on this day.
7-12 Conferences:
Conferences for parents of students in grades 7-12 are available on a drop-in basis in Gruden Gym (the grade school gymnasium) and the UAC Commons.
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Winter Sports Registration Opens Today
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High School Athletic Playoffs Begin This Week
Come cheer on the Aggies as they begin section playoffs. The football team will host Rush City Tuesday, October 24 at Hamline University. Game time is 7:00 PM.
The Volleyball team will host St. Paul Johnson Wednesday, October 25 in Bandas Gym. Game time is 7:00 PM.
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CAA Volleyball Championships 10/29
The CAA Volleyball Championship Tournament will be held in Bandas Gym on Sunday, October 29, from 12:00 to 8:00 PM. This tournament includes 5-8th grade teams from around the Archdiocese. We hope to see some of our Aggie teams on the court!
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We are less than one month away from our first
Aggie Give Day! Aggie Give Day is an opportunity for our community of alumni, friends and families to show their support for Saint Agnes School. Our students are impacted every day through faith formation, academic excellence, fine arts programming, and athletic competition. Funds received on Aggie Give Day will be directed towards our Annual Fund which benefits each and every student!
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 15 and help us reach our goal of 400 donors and $150,000! We are also excited to announce a $50,000 dollar for dollar match for all new donors and for those making an increased gift. Gifts received from now to November 15 will be counted toward our goals.
Every gift matters!
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New Student Applications for 2018-19
The application process is now open for the 2018-19 school year for NEW students only. Re-enrollment for current students will come later. If you have a child who will be new to Saint Agnes in the fall of 2018, you may fill out the
2018-19 Online Application and log into your TADS account. Select 'add a new student' to begin the application. Current families have priority in the acceptance process however we recommend filling out an application soon as many classes will fill quickly. If you have any questions please call the admissions office at 651-925-8803.
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Gift Card Donations Needed
Willing to make just 10 calls or visit 5 businesses? We are looking for volunteers willing to secure gift cards from area restaurants. We have lots of contact information, but need help in making the connection. This is a great opportunity to volunteer from the comfort of your home! Please contact benefit chairs Mary Appel or Robert Blackstone.
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Picture Retakes 10/25; Online Orders Close 10/27
Picture retake day is for any new or absent students or for those who are not 100% satisfied with their picture package. If you wish to have a portrait retaken, please bring your original picture package with you to the camera to ensure that the correct order is printed for the retake. If you are new or were absent on the first picture day and want to order photos, please
visit mylifetouch.com
and enter Picture Day ID: MI197195Y1. Paper order forms are available in the Main Office until October 25. No online orders will be processed after October 27. Each student who is photographed will receive a proof containing a unique portrait ID number and access code for online orders up to 9 months after retakes.
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Sight for Students from VSP Vision
The Sight for Students program provides gift certificates for students, for a no-cost eye exam and, if prescribed, new glasses. Certificates may be distributed by the school nurse to students 19 or younger who qualify. To qualify, students must have a social security number and the family income must be at or below the 200% poverty line. The certificates can be requested by the parent or guardian for students if these criteria are met. The child will be able to use the certificate to
receive the vision care they need from a list of participating local eye doctors. Improving vision can significantly help students be successful in school and increase academic achievement. Since 1997, Sight for Students has provided access to no-cost eye care and eyewear for more than 400,000 children in need. Please contact the school nurse, Emily Campbell, to learn more or request a certificate:
[email protected]
or (651) 925-8712.
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Saving Box Tops? Submit Before 11/1 deadline!
Make sure to get your Box Tops for Education in this month. The deadline is November 1.
We also collect Campbell's Labels for Education! That deadline is January 1, 2018.
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Fall Sale through 11/5 at Donald's Uniform Stores
Donald's Uniform fall sale starts Monday, October 16, in stores and online through November 5. Sale includes items with the school logo, long sleeve knit polo shirts, long sleeve Oxfords and blouses, sweaters, fleece, sport-wick jackets, pants, tights, and more. Download the flyer.
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Book Fair in Lower School Library 10/24-10/26
Plan to stop by the Lower School Library to browse the Saint Agnes Book Fair presented by Red Wagon Books! Stock up on great reads for the whole family, from Aesop's fables and fairy tales, to early chapter books, Saints books, picture books, poetry collections and old favorites. Saint Agnes will receive a percentage of the total book sales to support the library! Books may be purchased with cash, check or credit card during the book fair. K-6 students will have an opportunity to view the book fair during library classes on Tuesday, October 24, and Wednesday, October 25. They will also have a chance to create a wish list. Please know that we emphasize that it is only a "wish" list.
Questions may be directed to Tricia Roddy.
Book Fair Hours
- Tuesday, October 24, 2:30-4:00 PM
- Wednesday, October 25, 2:30- 4:00 PM
- Thursday, October 26, 12:00- 6:00 PM
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All Saints Day Party 10/31
The Church of Saint Agnes is hosting an All Saints Day party on Tuesday, October 31. Children may dress as their favorite saint for the event, which will be held in Gruden Gym (the grade school gym). Festivities begin after the 5:15 PM Mass and include a kids costume contest, food, candy, and games until 8:00 PM. Children are encouraged to attend Mass in costume (no props in church, please). Cost is $15 per family, plus two bags of candy.
Adult and teenage volunteers are needed. Please sign up online. Questions? Contact Katie Marquardt at (612) 756-1696.
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Singapore Math Info Session 11/9
On Thursday, November 9, parents of K-6 students are invited to join us for an informational session on Singapore math skills. This event will equip parents with basic Singapore math skills at various levels in order to support students at home. More to come!
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High School Students Learn About Human Freedom
During House time in the month of October, our high school students have been discussing the concept of human freedom, particularly in relationship to habits and environments that lead to genuine human flourishing and success. Students had the opportunity today to hear from Mr. Tim Murray, co-founder of Trinity Sober Homes, about the issues surrounding addictions and the importance of forming habits that sustain our freedom to pursue a successful and faith filled life. Mr. Murray's story has been featured previously in The Catholic Spirit and also on Relevant Radio.
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Yearbooks: Senior Baby Pictures Due 10/31
Yearbooks are on sale now online or through Mrs. Richtsmeier. Prices increase after December 31, so make sure to purchase them now!
Seniors: baby pictures for the yearbook are due by Tuesday, October 31. Please bring it in or send it by email to
[email protected].
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