In this issue of the Scribe:
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Dear Parents,
Six years ago, the famous saying of Saint Catherine of Siena gained worldwide notoriety through the marriage of Prince William and Catherine Middleton. In the opening of his sermon at the wedding service, the Anglican Bishop of London, Richard Chartres, reminded the royal couple:
"Be who God meant you to be and you will set the world on fire." So said Saint Catherine of Siena whose festival day it is today. Marriage is intended to be a way in which man and woman help each other to become what God meant each one to be, their deepest and truest selves.
While situated within the context of marriage, Bishop Chartres' message can easily be applied to life in general, especially life within the family and other forms of human community:
A spiritual life grows as love finds its centre beyond ourselves. Faithful and committed relationships offer a door into the mystery of spiritual life in which we discover this: the more we give of self, the richer we become in soul; the more we go beyond ourselves in love, the more we become our true selves and our spiritual beauty is more fully revealed.
The call to become our "deepest and truest selves" has a very appealing ring. The search for one's true self which often begins in adolescence can continue throughout one's life. As we grow in self-knowledge, we delight in discovering talents and special qualities which make us unique. However, every so often, when we reflect upon an action we have committed or an attitude which we hold, we think: I don't like this - this is not me. In contrast, we experience deep peace and joy when we have done something to make a positive difference in someone's life: a kind word, a decision to give someone benefit of doubt, a patient response in place of a brusque retort, forgiveness instead of resentment.
Last Friday, our students and teachers celebrated the feast of St. Catherine of Siena with Siena Day - a day of prayer, praise and worship, catechesis, and active service. Our eighth grade students, who will step beyond our school community in less than a month, served as leaders throughout the day; they hosted Bible studies, shared personal faith testimonials, assisted with service projects, and guided our students in prayer during Adoration. We are grateful for their gift of time and talent. Here is a
video
of some highlights of the day's events which our students enjoyed during the closing rally at the end of the day.
In one of his recent homilies, Pope Francis reminds us: "The saints teach us that the world is changed beginning with the conversion of one's own heart, and that this happens through the mercy of God." Saint Catherine of Siena teaches us that every thought, every word, every action of ours has the potential to "set the world ablaze" with the love of Christ. Let us follow her example and teach our children to strive to think, speak, and act in ways that build up others around us and serve as channels of God's mercy and goodness.
God bless,
Sister Mary Jacinta, O.P.
Principal
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Important letter about 13 Reasons Why
Click here to read a letter from Sister regarding the new Netflix show
, 13 Reasons Why.
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Week of 5/1-5/5:
Wednesday, 5/3
All school Mass - 2nd/8th grade (May Crowning)
No Confessions
NO FUN LUNCH
Thursday, 5/4
Archdiocesan B.O.B. Finals
Friday, 5/5
First Friday Adoration
Internet & Safety Presentation for Middle School
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Week of 5/8-5/12:
Wednesday, 5/10
All school Mass - 7th/8th grade (Leadership Mass)
No Confessions
Jason's Deli Ham Sandwich
Fine Arts Day
Friday, 5/12
Frozen Friday
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Please pray for:
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Summer Reading Kick-Off & SCS Talent Showcase @Barnes and Noble
This will be a great way to prepare for summer! When the busy day is done, those long evenings call for reading time!! Stock up with books to keep everyone engaged.
Join us all at the Barnes and Noble on Barrett Parkway for evenings of fun- lots of special events and performances have been arranged- and to shop for great books on May 8th, 9th and 10th, from 5pm to 7pm.
May 8th..... Angel Choir, Praise Band and Choir Ensemble/Solos.
May 9th..... Dance Ensemble, Blazer Band Small Group Ensemble
Meet and greet local author,
Angelique Monet who has written and illustrated a beautiful book called,
The Bravest Worrier. Get your very own signed copy.
May 10th..... Mass Choir and Instrument Ensembles (Harp & Flute).
A percentage of all proceeds will help the media center replenish resources for our incredible readers.
We look forward to see many of you at our 'student talent showcase' and book fair.
We thank you for your prayers and support.
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There will be an internet safety and digital citizenship presentation for our middle school students on Friday, May 5. The presentation will be hosted by a member of the Cobb County Police Department, Crimes Against Children Unit / ICAC Task Force. The free time offered by the upcoming summer months tends to invite young people to increase their online activities - it is therefore extra important for them to learn strategies for using their devices in positive, virtuous, and safe ways.
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Congratulations to all the students who participated in the Battle of the Books competition!
Best wishes to the 3rd - 8th grade teams who will be representing SCS at the Archdiocesan B.O.B. Finals on May 4th at St. John the Evangelist School.
3rd Grade Team: Patrick Hoefer, Mickey Mulqueen, Mackenzie Yekich, Julianne Myers.
4th Grade Team: Charlie Klock, Brooklyn Wimpey, Kate Santana, Jayden Bali
5th grade Team: Gaby LoPresti, Ethan Rucker, Isabela Dock, Logan Hendrix.
6th Grade Team: Sarah Gregory, Michaela Bohling, Isabella Hale, Jeremy Rhyant.
7th Grade Team: Samantha Johnson, Brianna Torres, Trinity Klock, Jailene Garcia
8th Grade Team: Victoria Grantham, Lucia Touma, Anna Hooker, Sophia Brun
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Our eighth grade students will host a fundraiser to purchase a class gift to our school. Please click here to see a flyer for details and come out and support our Class of 2017!
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2017-2018 Blazer Volleyball Registration
St. Catherine's plays volleyball in the Catholic Metro Volleyball League (CMLV). There are two separate divisions or levels of play. 5th/6th Grade play is recreational; and 7th/8th Grade play is semi-competitive.
Registration will begin on May 8th and end on May 22nd; and placement on a team is on a 1st come, 1st serve basis of the date complete registration is received.
Practice will begin the week of July 10th and will be held at Cobb Atlanta's Volleyball Facility in Marietta at a time to be determined. We practice 2 days/week, 1½ hrs/day. Once school begins, practices will be held in Herbert Hall from ~ 3:30/4:00pm until 5:00/5:30pm. Matches will be held on the following Saturdays from ~9:00am-1:00pm: 8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 9/9, 9/16, & 9/23 at various parish locations around Atlanta. The End of Season Tournament will be on 9/30 & 10/1.
We are looking for coaches for our 5th/6th Grade team(s). If you would like more information, please contact Jim McDermott at [email protected].
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Calling All SCS Students! The SCS Praise Band has been invited to perform at the Youth In Mission Praise Band Jam, and we want YOU to sing with us!
We would love to show the local Christian community the spirit and power of our Catholic faith! We will be doing all the songs you know from Grandparents day - All the People Said Amen, Diamonds, and Children of God.
Come dressed in your spirit wear, and sing in front of the stage with us on Saturday afternoon, May 13th, at 4pm, at Due West UMC in Marietta. We will be singing these songs at faith rally too, just so everyone remembers them. Let them know at the door (admission is FREE) you are with St Catherine of Siena, as we could win a prize for the most participation. Please come out and support us, sign with us, and join Youth in Mission for a great picnic!
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Optional summer workbooks are available to order. Please
click here for ordering information.
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Shop Uniform Source during the month of May for their 20% OFF SALE! Receive a 20% discount on all regular priced items. You can save in store or online.
Click here for more information about the sale.
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Columbiette
"Beauty and the Beast Spring Tea"
Mark your calendar for the Columbiette
"Beauty and the Beast Spring Tea" on
Saturday, May 13th in Herbert Hall.
Tickets go on sale April 22nd.
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Yearbook Early Edition - It's nearly here!
The Early Edition of the 2017 Yearbook will be available for distribution shortly.
If you still need to get a copy, please click here for the order form.
The online site closed as of May 1st.
Please complete the order form and return it to the school front desk.
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St. Catherine of Siena Preschool
Do you have a little one that will be 16 months to 5 years of age in September of 2017? If yes, St. Catherine's Preschool offers a strong Catholic, educational foundation in a highly academic and creative environment.
Our preschool teachers are loving and qualified individuals that will help mold your children. We are housed in Our Lady of Grace building and have been in existence for 25+ years!
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Blessed Trinity Robotics Team Hyperion Girls Engineering Summer Camp
(May 30-June 2, 2017)
Inspiring girls to get involved in engineering and become confident in their
STEM abilities
Blessed Trinity Catholic High School's FRC robotics team, Team Hyperion, is sponsoring an engineering camp for middle school girls! This camp will be led by female members of our robotics team and supervised by our head mentor. Come learn all about engineering, make friends with other girls with similar interests, and participate in many varied activities! Camp
will be held May 30- June 2.
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