Parent Newsletter: 4/18/17
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Easter Greetings from the Headmaster

Happy Easter to the Saint Agnes community! He is risen! Alleluia! 

As we continue Father Moriarty's presentation of the Saint Agnes School Philosophy of Education, you will find the second of two parts on Virtue here.  To review earlier sections of the document, see the previous installments on the Philosophy of Education.

Blessings to you, 
Kevin Ferdinandt

Saint Agnes Summer Series for K-12 Students, Alumni & Adults
The  Saint Agnes Summer Series  includes opportunities for K-12 students, parents, alumni, and past parents. Take a look at the offerings in athletics, arts, and academics in the online catalog. Here's a preview of the topics  for alumni, parents, and past parents:

  • 10 Ways to Destroy Your Child's Imagination: June 20, 22, 27, 29, 6:00-8:00 PM
    Read and discuss with parents and faculty Anthony Esolen's incisive book about how elements of modern education cause damage to the minds of our youth. This insightful and at times controversial work is great fodder for conversation among parents of children at any age. A brilliant professor, cultural commentator, and devout Catholic, Anthony Esolen has a lot to offer those concerned about education and their children.
    Teacher: Mr. Jordan Adams, Elementary Latin and 8-12 History
    Cost: $50 (includes cost of book - $70 couple)
    (Aggie discount: $15 for current parents, alumni, and parents of alumni)
  • The Death of Socrates: July 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 7:00-8:00 PM
    Dr. Pentecost will lead conversations on readings from Plato's philosophical dialogues Apology, Euthyphro, & Crito about the trial and death of Socrates, true "lover of wisdom" in ancient Athens and iconic philosopher of the Western tradition. Those fearful that the work of the great philosopher may be difficult should take heart. These Platonic dialogues are not difficult to read, even though they raise fundamental questions. Conversations will dig deeply into the text, discussing the great questions of man's condition, life's meaning, and sacrifice for the truth.
    Teacher: Dr. Scott F. Pentecost, 9-12 English, Latin, and Greek
    Cost: $60 (Aggie discount: $15 for current parents, alumni, and parents of alumni)
  • Women, Wine, & Portraiture! July 14, 7:00-9:30 PM
    Ladies, enjoy a Friday evening of creativity and camaraderie with one of the finest studio art instructors in the state - all while enjoying a glass (or two) of wine!
    Teacher: Mrs. Jennifer Soriano, 7-12 Studio Art teacher
    Cost: $35 + bottle of wine (hors d'oeuvres included)
  • Catholicism Clashes with Contemporary "-isms": July 25, 27, Aug 1, 3, 7:00-8:00 PM
    Contemporary U.S. and academic culture have posited a multitude of philosophical and anti-intellectual theories that are unfriendly (at best) to faith and reason and in need of significant evangelization. Take some time to discuss hedonism, relativism, multi-culturalism, Marxism, and other "isms" with the headmaster of Saint Agnes School as well as discussing how best to meet and combat them. We will use John Zmirak's Disorientation as the text for the course.
    Teacher: Dr. Kevin Ferdinandt, Headmaster of Saint Agnes School
    Cost: $60 (includes cost of John Zmirak's book, Disorientation)
    (Aggie discount: $15 for current parents, alumni, and parents of alumni) 
Aggie Parent Social: Mix & Mingle is This Saturday, 4/22 
RSVP this week for the parent social night this Saturday,  April 22, from 7:00 to 11:00 PM in the UAC Commons! All Saint Agnes moms and dads are welcome for music, dancing and more.  Casual attire, $10 per person at the door (includes one free drink ticket), cash bar for beer and wine, snacks and non-alcoholic drinks also available. Evite invitations were sent to the primary household email address on file. View the Evite details here.
David Rinaldi Leading Next Tuesday's Senior Class Retreat (4/25)
This year's Senior class retreat will be held next Tuesday, April 25. Local Catholic speaker David Rinaldi is leading the retreat at Dunrovin and the retreat will run the entirety of the school day, with the bus departing from Saint Agnes at 7:55 AM. A continental breakfast and lunch will be served and students may be out of uniform (please see non-uniform dress code in Parent/Student Handbook for guidelines). Permission forms should be turned into Mrs. Kemp in the Guidance Office by Wednesday, April 19. Contact Mrs. Kemp with questions.  
Grade School Library Seeking Gently Used Easy Reading Books
The Grade School Library is in need of "gently used" or "like new" easy readers to spruce up our collection. If you have any Dr. Suess, Magic Tree House, Junie B. Jones, Encyclopedia Brown or other favorites we would happily accept donations. Simply bring them to the main office marked for the Grade School Library. Thank you in advance for your generosity! Questions? Please contact Mrs. Tricia Roddy.
Box Tops for Education: Collection Fun Sheet
Thank you for clipping and turning in Box Tops for Education.
Download the "Let's Go Fly a Kite" themed activity sheet, which you and your students can use to continue collecting Box Tops. Take Saint Agnes to the highest heights by clipping the Box Tops on everyday products you already use! A reminder that all Box Tops should be turned in at the main office by June 1, even if sheet is not completed.
Spring Concert Date Reminders
The upcoming spring concerts will be held on campus in the Helene Houle Auditorium.
  • K-1 Spring Concert, 5/10 at 2 PM
  • 7-12 Band Concert, 5/11 at 7 PM
  • 2-4 Spring Concert, 5/15 at 7 PM
  • 5-6 Band/Choir Concert, 5/17 at 7 PM
  • 7-12 Choir Concert, 5/21 at 4:30 PM
Bookmark the online calendar in your browser to stay on top of our many spring activities! 
Honor a Teacher Essay Due 5/1
Students in grades 5-8 are invited to write a 600-1000 word essay on a teacher who has inspired them and made an impact in their life. This contest is sponsored by the Catholic Schools Center of Excellence.   Download the flyer to learn more.
Driver's Education Offered at Saint Agnes: June 5-16
Saint Agnes will partner with Safeway Driving School to offer Driver's Education on campus to students ages 14.5 to 18 this June. The cost is $375, due upon registration. To learn more or to register, please visit the school website. Questions? Please contact Mrs. Laurie Weyandt.
TADS & Educate: Family Data to Sync 
In 2014, the company whose software we use to manage our enrollment, financial aid, and tuition management processes (TADS) purchased our student information system (Cornerstone, now Educate by TADS). This combination now allows families and the school to manage family data in a single database. From now on, any changes to your family's contact information (address, email, phone, etc.) will have to be made through your TADS account, which will then flow from TADS to sync with Educate. (Previously, these updates were made in Educate). If you have questions related to this change, please contact the Main Office.
Attention Aggie Alumni: Class Photos Needed!
We are in the process of a new alumni project which includes class photos from every graduating class since 1942. Unfortunately, we do not have a photo on hand for every class. If you or any alumni you know have a formal class photo in your possession (like the image shown here), and wouldn't mind letting us borrow it briefly, please contact Mrs. Andrea Mahoney at (651) 925-8709 as soon as possible. Original photos will be returned to their owners.
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