MBSCS


To Jesus Through Mary

Mission Statement
  
Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, serving students in the eight sponsoring parishes of the region in grades pre-kindergarten to eight, is dedicated to excellence in education by developing life-long learners and leaders. We foster a faith-filled environment in partnership with families, emphasizing reverence, respect, and personal responsibility in the traditional spirit of Christian teaching.
 

November 9, 2017  

Phone: 410-208-1600

Fax: 410-208-4957

[email protected] 

 
Memorare

Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection,
implored your help, or sought your intercession was left unaided.
Inspired by this confidence, I fly to you, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to you I come,
before you I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions,
but in your mercy hear and answer me. Amen
The students pray this prayer each and every morning.



 

MBS Car Raffle Benefiting the Technology Development Fund of MBS

Through the kindness and generosity of Jim's Berlin Chevy, Berlin Jeep and Ram, and Holly KIA, MBS is raffling off a 2018 Chevrolet Spark or $10,000 CASH. In last week's Thursday folders each family received 15 tickets to sell for this fundraiser. Each month the MBS family who sells the most tickets for that month will have their family name put into a TOP SELLERS RAFFLE, which will give them a one in seven chance to win $500 CASH and a Nintendo Switch console!  Proceeds benefit the technology development fund of MBS, which will allow MBS to purchase tablets (iPads and Microsoft Surface Pro tablets) for third through eighth grades. Tickets are $10.00 each, 6 for $50.00 or 13 for $100.00. Tickets are available in the school office as well as on our website at www.mostblessedsacramentschool.com.
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The colder weather is here! We would like to remind parents that on days when the temperature is lower than 45 degrees, children must have a coat or sweatshirt in order to go outside for recess. Please be sure that children are dressed for cold weather each day. REMINDER: Children should be dressed appropriately for the Soccer Shoot Out scheduled for tomorrow, Friday, November 10! 
 
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MIDDLE SCHOOL ACTIVITY PERIOD
On every other Wednesday, our middle school students participate in Middle School activity period. During this period, students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade attend an activity class that is designed to extend our curricula. Students choose, on a trimester basis, to attend one of the following: Sewing, cooking, chess, dance, logic and puzzles, golf, garden club, coding and power walking. Our garden club has done a fantastic job with planting and tending an organic garden. In the photos below, members of the garden club work in the garden. Our students have already enjoyed fresh picked bok choy from the garden. Many thanks to Alan and Kristin Hudson for coordinating the MBS garden club.


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Boosters:  Need Express pick up at the end of the day?  Tired of getting to the Christmas program an hour early to stand in line for good seats?  Want to write 1 check for all your tickets and MBS Support? Boosters is for you!!!  Our last day to sign up for Boosters will be Nov. 10th.  

MINI GOLF Tournament:  The MBS CaddyShack Classic will be held on Nov. 17th from 6:30-10pm with tee off at 7pmsharp.  Heavy hors d'oeurves provided by OC Ropewalk, Crush Bar provided by Sunset Grille as well as beer, wine, soft drinks and water.  Music by DJ Wax.  ADULTS ONLY!!  Only 100 golfer spots available.  This event will sell out.  Registration for Sponsors has been extended until Nov. 10th.  Sponsors needed.

Raven Raffle: Keep your eyes peeled for a chance to win Ravens tickets  (Game day 12-31-17, includes parking), a credit towards a nights stay with Hyatt, and a brand new Yeti cooler!! Purchase raffle tickets now through November 17th. HSA representatives will be selling tickets in the car line. Chances to win will also be sold the night of the mini golf tournament. Winner drawn at the MBS CaddyShack Classic hosted by HSA on November 17, 2017. For more information email,  [email protected] attn: Rick Deale  

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VETERAN'S DAY 
In commemoration of Veteran's day (November 11th) and to honor all those men and women who have served our country, we have collected names of family members who have served in the armed forces of our nation. Names will be displayed on a bulletin board in our cafeteria and in the school lobby. Names will be displayed throughout the month of November. 



YANKEE CANDLE SALE HAS STARTED!! 
MBS families this is the weekend to sell Yankee Candle!!!  Brochure orders are due Wednesday, Nov 15th, but remember you can order online until January. If we are able to meet our sales goal of $12,000... Mr. Record has agreed to a NUT day for the entire school AND the top seller will be able to spray Mr. Record's  hair purple to match his Baltimore ravens jersey he will be wearing on the NUT day! 8th grade is counting on everyone to make this their best fundraiser ever!
(if you have not received a brochure or information please contact christy  at [email protected]) 
 

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EMERGENCY CLOSINGS AND DELAYS
As in the past, parents and guardians will be notified of emergency closings and delays through our School Messenger notification system.  Because of this, it is VERY IMPORTANT that we have your updated contact information as soon as possible. In the case of delayed openings or school closing, parents will receive a recorded phone call and a text message on their cell phones.  In the case of an emergency early dismissal, calls will be made to the parent's landline, cell and emergency numbers. 
Calls regarding delayed openings and school closing will be made by 5:15 a.m. Closings and delays will also be posted on WBOC, WMDT, and Froggy99. 
 
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We had a special library class with our oldest students in MBS and our youngest students last week.  Our PreK 3 students came down to join our 8 th grade class to read Dr. Seuss books.  All of our students had a wonderful time & it was very special to see the kindness, gentleness & consideration of our older students towards our three year olds. 

 
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COUNSELING CORNER 
 
This Week
This week I met with grade 4.  We focused on Red Ribbon Week.  We discussed prescription drugs, our trusted adults, peer pressure and refusal skills.  Parents, please ask your children about our conversation.
 
Attn: 8th grade parents
The Diocese of Wilmington will administer the HSPT (High School Placement Test) at our diocesan and parish high schools (Padua Academy, Saint Elizabeth High School, Saint Mark's High School, Saint Thomas More Academy, Saints Peter & Paul School) the first weekend in December. Registration will take place online only, through Scholastic Testing Services, Inc., at http://wilmington.stsusers.com.
 
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ATHLETICS 
 
 

KOC Soccer Shootout:
The Knights of Columbus will be here tomorrow, Nov. 10th for their Annual Soccer Shootout. The weather, although clear, looks like it is going to be a bit chilly on Friday. So please tell your child/children to wear their winter PE uniform (sweatshirt and sweatpants) along with good, warm outdoor shoes and a coat!! 
 
Basketball:
Our practices have begun. Coaches will be determining team rosters. The coach's decision is final. No discussions will be held if parents disagree with the decisions of our coaches. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. If anyone is able to assist with coaching, please contact Mr. Haskell at [email protected].  
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HEALTH CORNER
Just around the corner is flu season.  Yearly flu vaccines are always recommended.   You can get your flu vaccination from your primary care provider.  Rite Aid and Walgreens offer flu vaccines as well.   Remember frequent hand washing is the simplest way to avoid getting sick.
 
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NON-SCHOOL FLYERS
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 IMPORTANT DATES
 
 
November  
17th             Caddyshack Classic Mini Golf Tournament, 6:30-10:00 p.m.  
22nd-24th     Thanksgiving Holiday--School Closed 
   
 
PARISHES 
St. Ann 
Hello Parents from St. Ann's Parish,
Every year, MBS families host "Donut Sunday" from October to April at St. Ann's in Bethany after 10:30 Mass.  We provide donuts and make coffee for parishioners to enjoy in Delaney Hall.  Our children are encouraged to wear their MBS polo shirt so that our Parishioners recognize them and know that they are part of the MBS family. The children help serve and clean up as well.  
If you are interested in helping out any of these dates, please email me directly. You may earn FIP hours for your time.
Dates are:  11/12, 12/10, 1/14/17, 2/11, 3/11 and 4/8.
Thank you, Anne Flaherty ( [email protected] )
 
St John Neumann
St. John Neumann Parish and Family Life Committee invites all parishioners to attend our Advent Wreath Making Event on Sunday, December 3rd from 12:30-2:00 p.m. at MBS. If you have your ring from last year, please bring it! Wreath rings and candles will be available for $10 or you can bring your own wreath to enhance with greens, candles and ribbon. $15 donation per family is requested. 
Parents of 2nd & 8th graders:
Please continue or begin having your child get their bulletin signed on a weekly basis by the Presider or the Deacon after attending Mass and place it in the designated box on the counter in the SJN library. Thank you!   
The 11th Annual Saint John Neumann Women's Retreat will beheld on January 26-28, 2018 at the Dunes Manor Hotel located on 28th Street in Ocean City. Our Retreat Facilitator this year will be Sr. Pat Smith. Her message will center on Blessings Given, Received, Shared. She is a gifted speaker who will lead us to explore how God is present in our lives through prayer, faith-sharing, hopes and dream sharing. Let us be open to our untold wealth of giftedness and recognize ourselves as blessed and a blessing.  
The entire cost of the weekend which includes three meals on Saturday, one on Sunday, snacks and materials is $307 for a private room, $215 per person for double occupancey, $191 for triple, $180 for a quad, and $130 for the four meals, materials and not staying overnight. Registration has begun - please contact Nancy Groves 410-208-2854 or [email protected] to register. Payment is due December 20th.    
 
St. Jude the Apostle
BeachORIGINALS'  are HERE!  
Stop by the Religious Education Office to purchase your cards between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. 
Buy One Entrée, Get up to $15 Off the Second Entrée (of equal or lesser value) at several of the resort area's most exceptional restaurants through April 30, 2018.  Still only $20 a card!  Your purchase will help support St. Jude's Religious Education Program. 
50'S SOCK HOP  CHARITY FUND RAISER
  Come Help Others and Have Fun!!    Proceeds Benefit Those in Need. WHEN:     Saturday, November 18, 2017  6:00 pm to 10:00 pm  WHERE:  Saint Jude Church Parish Life Center 152 Tulip Drive, Lewes Delaware 19958  PRICE:  $18 (Reserved Tables available; minimum 8)  MENU: Hamburgers/Hot Dogs/French Fries/ Salad/ Root Beer Floats/Ice Cream  Sundaes/Cookies/Coffee/Tea  (Soda/Wine/Beer Available)  MUSIC by DJ Conrad All Tickets Must be Purchased in Advance by November 14:   Tickets are available at the Parish Office or by calling : Rita Gunder (302) 684-3888 or Joann Schatz (302) 645-1261 to reserve tickets.  Sponsored by Monsignor Desmond Columbiettes
Attention Business Owners, Professionals,  Self Employed and Families!  Bulletin Advertising Opportunities Available!
 
St. Luke/St. Andrew  
Join us for our
18th Annual Christmas Bazaar
St. Andrew Catholic Center
14401 Sinepuxent Ave.
Ocean City, MD
Saturday, November 11, 2017
9 AM - 3 PM
 
Jewelry (new, used, estate, costume), Bake Sale, Chinese Auction, Religious Articles, White Elephant, Freshly Baked Cookies, Books, Raffles, and Crafts.
 
Enjoy a delicious lunch and choose from crab soup, clam chowder, crabcakes, shrimp salad, kielbasa, hot dogs, and BBQ. Choose your dessert from our bake sale or freshly baked cookies.
 
 
 
 
 
 
Vision Statement  
 

Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School provides rigorous and technologically relevant instruction that is intentionally integrated with Catholic identity.  Together, as Pastors, administrators, teachers and parents, we nurture the development of the mind, the body, and the soul, in each of our students.  Our students are able to make sound decisions based upon the teachings of Jesus Christ and modeled upon the lives of the saints.  As a faith and learning community, we teach students a passion for the truth and a love for discovery and knowledge. Our students are prepared to relate their Catholic faith to their culture and actively live their faith as members of the greater community.