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Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School
Educating the Mind, Body, and Soul
Pelican Express
February 9-16, 2017
School Hours: 7:25 am - 2:45 pm with a
ssembly beginning at
7:45 am and c
arpool ending at 3:10 pm
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A Message From Cheri Gioe
Yesterday, I met with the last of the new families who registered to attend MBS School for the 2017-2018 school year. It was exciting to meet our new families and a privilege to welcome them to MBS. As I was meeting with families, I noticed that Mrs. Vonnie left me small notes in the upper right hand corner of each application. Notes such as, “new family”, “kindergartener”, “sibling” etc., but the note that excited me the most was “alumni”- meaning one parent was an alumnus of MBS or in many cases “both alumni” – meaning both parents were alumni of MBS. After meeting with all of our new MBS applicants it became clear to me that between one third to one half of the applications were children of MBS Alumni. How exciting is that! One of the first things I did was notify the former principal and her response was, “We’re leaving a legacy.”
I thought about her words and realize they are true. MBS is a legacy – a legacy of excellence. This has been an exciting year, with more excitement to come. I am extremely optimistic about the future of MBS school, as together, we continue to build upon the strong foundations of faith, family and academics and provide a legacy of excellence for generations to come!
In Christ,
Cheri Gioe
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Important Dates for January /February
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February 9 - Progress Reports
February 14 - Class Pictures
February 15-17 - Beta State Convention
February 17 - SJA Math Tournament
February 19-24 - Book Fair
February 21 - "Fight the New Drug" Parent Presentation 6:30pm in St. Ursula
February 23 - 6th-8th Reconciliation / Drama Play 6:00pm in St. Ursula
February 24 - Spirit Shirt Day / K & 4 Mardi Gras Parade / Pop Top Free Dress
February 27-March 3 - Mardi Gras Holidays
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MBS School Book Fair
Most Blessed Sacrament School is hosting a Scholastic Book Fair in the school library from February 19-24. It will be open Sunday, February 19 from 9:00-1:30 after all Masses, February 20-23 from 8:00-2:30, and February 24 from 8:00-12:30.
You may also access the book fair online at http://www.scholastic.com/bf/mostblessedsacramentschool3. Contact Jenny Ortego at 751-0273 or Jortego@mbsbr.org for more information.
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"Fight the New Drug" Parent Presentation
Fight the New Drug provides individuals with information regarding pornography that is encountered on the internet, in the media, and day-to-day living by raising awareness on its harmful effects using science, facts, and personal accounts. A group of young college students learned of recent scientific studies that show how pornography affects the brain and has negative neurological effects on individuals. The influence of pornography causes problems in relationships, tears families apart, and is linked to sexual exploitation and human trafficking.
All those attending will receive 3 volunteer service hours.
Parent Meeting: 6:30pm, February 21, 2017, St. Ursula Hall
Student Presentation: 8:15am, February 22, 2017, St. Ursula Hall
PSR Presentation: 6:30pm, February 22, 2017, St. Ursula Hall – Grades 6-12
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Track and Girls Volleyball Registration
The track and volleyball parent meetings have been rescheduled for
Sunday, February 12
due to
February 3
being Super Bowl
Sunday
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Please contact the MBS Athletic Director, Christine Rabalais, with any questions.
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Parish Baseball Registration - Grades K-3
If you are interested in signing up for the 2017 Parish T-Ball and Coaches Pitch, click here for the Registration Form.
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Click
here for the February Menu.
Click here to pay your fees online.
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Student safety is one of the most important aspects of school administration. If students are not safe, then they may struggle to learn. Concentrated efforts have been made this year to address safety on the MBS campus.
- Crisis Plan – The MBS Crisis Plan has been revised to include the following:
- Revised evacuation protocol and procedures
- Emergency information follows students at all times
- Teachers carry walkie talkies during transition times to allow for quick communication with the office
- Designated spots have been allocated in the cafeteria for students with peanut allergies
- An increased awareness of student allergies
- Emergency e-mails and phone calls sent to families as needed
- Campus Security
- Over the Christmas break the video surveillance system, including cameras, was expanded and updated.
- A bid was secured to replace and/or add to our current fencing. On February 23, all entrances and exits into the school buildings and courtyards will be secured. The only entrance will be the front gate and visitors will have to announce themselves to be allowed on campus.
- Visitors - ANY and ALL visitors must sign in at the school office and receive a visitor’s badge prior to proceeding to their destination. Individuals without badges will be asked to report the office. Please help us by doing your part.
- Child Protection Certification – Many years ago the Diocese implemented a safe schools program. Integral to this program is Child Protection Certification. The Child Protection Certification consists of a criminal background check and fingerprinting by the State Police and participation in an online training. Our goal is 100% participation.
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Cell Phones
According to the MBS Handbook, student cell phones are not allowed on the school campus during the school day. The school day is considered anytime your child is on campus. This includes aftercare and athletic practices. As a courtesy, students have been allowed to turn phones into the office in the morning and pick them up after school. This practice has gotten out of hand, so as of today, Mrs. Lee will no longer accept cell phones. If students need to contact you, they will be allowed to use the school phone. If you should need to get your child a message, please call the school office. Students found with a cell phone at school will receive a discipline consequence.
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After Care
This is a reminder that in order to use After Care Services, you must be registered. This is not an emergency, drop-in service. If you are interested in registering your child for After Care, please call the school office.
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From the Office of Child Protection
Just a clarification for those parents who have been declared compliant with child protection through Parish ministries, i.e. scouts, athletics, etc. – Unless you have gone through the fingerprint background check process, you are NOT compliant to volunteer at MBS School. The fingerprint background check is an additional step that is required to volunteer at MBS School. If you have any questions concerning your child protection credentials, please contact me at
225-753-5526
or
bpeterson@mbsbr.org
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Yearbook Request
We are in need of football and girls basketball photos for our MBS yearbook. If you have any photos from these sports, please email Mrs. Accardo at
baccardo@mbsbr.org.
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Pelican Classified
(Volunteer Information & Opportunities)
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Service Hours - Time & Talent Card
Please remember to turn in your pink Time and Talent Card when you have completed your 30 mandatory service hours. Service hours can be completed for MBS Church or School. Just a reminder that your service helps to defray the true cost of school tuition. Failure to complete these hours may result in being charged the out-of-parish tuition rate.
More information can be found on Page 3 in the Parent/Teacher Handbook under Parent’s Commitment to Church and School.
The deadline to have hours turned in is March 1, 2017.
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PALS Luncheon - Volunteers Needed
If you are interested in helping with our spring PALS Luncheon on February 17, please sign up
here
. We are in need of volunteers to donate food, decorations, and time. Your help is greatly appreciated.
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Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School * 751-0273
8033 Baringer Rd. Baton Rouge, LA 70817
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