"Therefore encourage one another and build each other up..."
1 Thes. 5:11
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Upcoming Events
Nov 11 - Veteran's Day
Nov 13 - HF Rosary, 9:15 am @ SJ Church Chapel
Nov 13 - HF LIturgy, 10:00 am @ SJ Church
Nov 20 - HF Rosary, 9:15 am @ SJ Church Chapel
Nov 20 - HF Liturgy, 10:00 am @ SJ Church
Nov 21 - OPUS Honor Choir
Nov 22 - HF Spirit Day
Nov 22 - HF Book Club, 8:30 am @ SJ Church Thaddeus Room
Nov 26 - HF Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 pm @ LSMS
Nov 27-29 - Thanksgiving Break - NO SCHOOL
Dec 2 - Classes resume
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New to the Electronic Backpack this week
LSMS Musical Ticket Order Form
LSMS Musical Patron Form
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Hello, Holy Family!
As promised last week, I would like to share with you our technology plan for the year ahead. The plan is being shaped largely by three key factors: 1) the need to replace hardware and software that is becoming a bit antiquated, 2)a very successful walkathon fundraiser, and 3)the interest in continuing to strengthen our school's technology offerings for student growth. With these realities in mind, I am glad to share what is coming up for our technological future.
First, we are purchasing new Dell laptops for our elementary teachers and staff presently. These will replace the pc laptops currently in use. We hope to have these in their hands no later than the end of this month. This will help them to prepare, teach, and assess better than they are currently able to.
Next, we are pricing interactive
Bright Link projection systems with the intention of installing them by January of 2020. These are akin to Smartboards and Promethian boards but with several added elements. They can be used by multiple students at one time, do not require software updates, do not require a board that is a piece of technology (as all of the technology is in the projector), and they last longer than their competitors. I installed 13 of these in my previous school, and they worked like new for at least 6 years. The teachers who will be receiving these in their rooms are those who requested them, and these span K-8. Our hope is to phase in more of these systems each of the next few years.
Starting in January of 2020, we also intend to use federal Erate funding (discounted technology support funds) to purchase more access points (wireless infrastructure) throughout the elementary building. We added 14 all new access points at LaSalle this summer, and one new access point at the elementary, but we need more in order to support the computers and iPads better. We hope to have these installed by summer of 2020, as that depends on the federal program.
The last piece to share is that we are exploring options for our three computer labs. At present, we have about 75 desktop computers. What is most commonly done in schools now is to replace desktop computer labs with Chromebook labs that are wireless. In addition to the signifiant cost savings that this entails, there are additional benefits of mobility, servicing, and space savings. This is not yet determined, nor is the replacement plan for our one-to-one iPad program, which is also being discerned right now.
Your input on this plan is certainly welcome, so if you have thoughts or questions, please let me know!
God bless your family and our school all year long!
Zach Zeckser
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LaSalle Musical: Madagascar, A Musical Adventure Jr.:
Tickets are now on sale! Performances are at Xavier High School in the Regis/LaSalle Theatre on Thursday, December 5th at 12:30 pm and 7:00 pm and on Friday, December 6 at 7:00 pm. Please see the ticket order form and Patron form in our Electronic Backpack.
Please note that we have a volunteer processing tickets and the tickets will be sent home with students the week of the performances.
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Holy Family Spirit Wear Webstore:
There are a few new items for Christmas on the order form. These items are available for a limited time.
The November Webstore is open until noon on Tuesday, November 19th so orders can be delivered before Christmas. Please note that this will be the last order for 2019.
Here is the link to the webstore:
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Holy Family Scrip News
Scrip Testimonial:
"I do not like to use my debit card at the gas pump and paying with cash can be a pain, especially during the winter months. Using scrip to pay for gas is the perfect solution!"
Scrip Update:
For the first three months of school we have earned $605.08 in rebates that went into individual family accounts and 605.13 that goes to the Holy Family PA. All that, and you didn't have to ask anyone for money or to buy anything! Every order adds up.
Our next order will be Monday, November 18
. Think about all the extra groceries and gas you'll be needing for the Thanksgiving season. Or maybe you'll be staying in a hotel, going to the movies, or going out to eat with your family! Only 4 more orders before Christmas!
Upcoming December dates: 2, 9, 16
Emery Tew
Holy Family Scrip Coordinator
scrip@holyfamilycr.org
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65% Iowa Tax Credit:
As an Iowa Catholic taxpayer, you can help families with demonstrated financial need attend any Catholic School in the Archdiocese of Dubuque through a contribution to the Our Faith School Tuition Organization (STO). Each contribution will receive an Iowa tax credit equal to 65 percent of the donation. The gift may qualify as a charitable deduction on your federal tax return. Visit www.OurFaithSto.org or call the Archdiocese of Dubuque at 800-876-3546 ext. 219 or 307 to learn more.
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Mrs. Detert has applied for and been awarded a STEM SCALE-UP PROGRAM from the Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council. The program is Desmos Middle School Grade Math, a daily curriculum for 8th grade students. It is a digital upgrade of the widely-adopted and highly-rated middle school math curriculum authored by Illustrative Mathematics and published by OpenUp Resources. Mrs. Detert is excited to enhance the current curriculum at LaSalle with the Desmos curriculum.
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Cold Weather Reminder:
Our 5th-8th grade students still have recess, either before or after lunch. Please make sure that your student has a warm coat, gloves/mittens and a hat for recess. The students will go outside as long as the temperature, including wind chill, is above 10 degrees F.
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Eighth Grade Families, Come Discover Xavier High School on Monday, Nov. 18th!
Doors Open at 6:30 p.m.
Program Begins at 7 p.m.
Eighth graders and eighth grade parents, you are invited to "Discover Xavier Night" on Monday, November 18th! Discover Xavier Night is an excellent opportunity to explore and learn about what makes a Xavier education unique. The evening will feature parent & student programs, testimonials, tours and an activity fair. All eighth grade families are welcome to attend regardless of where your student currently attends middle school. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and program will begin at 7 p.m. For more information, contact Cara Joens at 319-294-6635 ext. 313, cara.joens@xaviersaints.org or visit
www.XavierSaints.org/DXN
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1st Grade Field Trip to Veterans Memorial Coliseum
In honor of Veterans Day on Monday, the 1st grade students will be going to the Veterans Memorial Coliseum to attend a short program. Students will leave at 9:30 a.m. and will return to school before lunchtime.
Illness Update from the Nurse
We have been consistently having 12-13 kids sick per day at the St. Jude building and less at LaSalle. The majority of the illness has been symptoms of a fever, headache and sore throat. We have had a couple cases of vomiting. We will continue to ask parents to tell us their student’s symptoms so we can track illnesses. As always we have the students wash their hands with soap and water several times per day. Our teachers wipe the desk off daily. I got my flu shot a week ago. If you are a family that gets flu shots, now is certainly the time to do that. I will keep you informed weekly of our illness trends. Call or email me any questions or concerns.
Nurse Shawn
Morning Arrival
If you are dropping off or walking in with your child
before 8:20 a.m.in the morning, the students are to go directly to the gym
. There are always two teachers in the lunchroom every morning supervising the children. When the 8:20 a.m. bell rings, they are then allowed to go to their classrooms.
We ask that you please not walk your child down the hallways before that time
. Teachers not on duty in the lunchroom are in their classrooms and need this time to prepare for the day. Thank you for your understanding.
Reminder for Cold Weather Dress
Now that the colder weather is approaching, please dress your child in proper clothing. They need to have warm coats, hats, gloves/mittens, snow pants and boots (especially when there is snow). The children will always go outside for recess unless the temperature drops below 10 degrees (without a wind chill factor). We appreciate your help with this.
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Xavier, Church, and Community
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St. Ludmila Catholic Church- Annual Holiday Bazaar
will be Saturday, November 9 from 9am-6pm and Sunday, November 10 from 9am-12:30pm in the St. Ludmila Social Hall. More than 20 vendors offering services and products. Enjoy hot lunch at Cafe Ludmila, silent auction, raffles, cookie walk, and handmade crafts.
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Dancing with the Saints!
Dancing with the Saints returns for its fifth season and again features ten Xavier community stars who are pairing up with local dance professionals to compete for YOUR vote via an online donation.
All voting donations go to support a specific need/project at Xavier High School. This year’s proceeds will be used for necessary upgrades to XHS classrooms.
Dancing with the Saints culminates with a high-energy live event in which our stars and their dance pros perform in front of nearly 1,000 attendees who are treated to a full sensory experience of dinner, dancing, music, lights, fellowship and fun.
We invite YOU to vote for our stars AND experience the live event on January 18, 2020. You won’t want to miss it!
Voting is now open and tickets are now on sale, but they are going quickly! Vote and get tickets at XavierSaints.org/DWTS.
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XHS Fall Musical: Beauty and the Beast
Be our guest and experience the timeless classic, "Beauty and the Beast," presented by the Xavier High School Performing Arts November 15-17. This musical is sure to entertain audiences of all ages! Tickets are on sale in the XHS Activities Office during office hours and are $10 for adults and $6 for students and senior citizens.
Call Xavier High School with any questions at 319-294-6635 ext. 302 or email Pam Barta at pam.barta@xaviersaints.org.
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X-Men Wrestling Club (PK-8):
We'd love to have your families join us. Practices start Mon., Nov. 11th. See the flyer in the Electronic Backpack or contact Ben Hoover bhoover@holmesmurphy.com or 319-929-5575 for more information.
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Saints Baseball - Registration for the 2020 Season is Underway
The Saints Baseball program offers the opportunity to play on either competitive or recreational teams in a Catholic environment.
To register,
- Go to: http://crsaintsbaseball.teampages.com/
- Click on "Saints Baseball Registration Link"
For questions, please email
saintsbaseball2013@gmail.com
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Holy Family School System | Website: www.holyfamilycr.org
Business Office Phone: 319.390.6512 | Fax: 319.390.6513
LaSalle Middle School Phone: 319.396.7792 | Fax: 319.390.6527
St. Jude Center: 319.396.7818 | Fax: 319.390.0952
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