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ST. PHILIP PAGES AND BLOGS
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Principal Notes
Dear Parents,
Believe it or not, we are at the end of the first trimester! When we come back from Thanksgiving break we will be sending home the sign up for parent conferences and issuing the first report card. This has been a good trimester for us. Our students seem to be happy and have embraced the Choose Love program. If you have not yet learned about "Brave Breaths," ask your child about them. I love taking brave breaths and find them very helpful in day to day life.
This Friday, November 16, is the opening of our Fall production,
Sherlock Holmes and the 1st Baker Street Irregular
. Our Drama Club students have been rehearsing for months and are excited to be on stage. I hope that you come out and support them this weekend. Production times are Friday at 7 pm, Saturday at 7 pm, and Sunday matinee at 2 pm. You can pre-order tickets using this form or buy your tickets at the door. If you pre-order, seats will be saved for you.
We've completed two Dollar Dress Days so far this year. The 8th grade Washington DC fund received $626.75 and the Saint Vincent de Paul ministry received $567. Thank you for supporting these worthy causes. We may add another day after Thanksgiving to support the victims of the recent fires. We'll let you know. Please keep all of these people in your prayers.
Have a good week.
Please pray for and work for peace,
Jennifer
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NOV 13, TUESDAY
Mass lead by Ms. O'Toole's family #19
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NOV 15, THURSDAY
Senior Citizens Luncheon; STAR testing ends
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NOV 16, FRIDAY
End of 1st Trimester;
Drama Club production 7 p.m.
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NOV 17, SATURDAY
Drama Club production 7 p.m.
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NOV 18, FRIDAY
Drama Club production 7 p.m.
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NOV 19-23, SUNDAY
Thanksgiving Vacation
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Siblings Not Insured At School
Children that are not enrolled at Saint Philip the Apostle School are not covered by the school's insurance policy. Therefore, siblings may not accompany parents that are volunteering or performing any service hours at the school during the school day or chaperoning on any field trips.
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We will publish corrections to the physical directory in this column. Please make a note of them in your directory. Changes are noted in bold:
Donovan Hanlon's (TKA) family moved to:
371 San Gabriel Ct.
Sierra Madre, CA 91024
Valerie Greco (mom of Fiona Greco in KB)
Mom E-mail:
doctorVRA@gmail.com
Mom Cell: 909-437-9135
Please update your directory and whatever else you need to.
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Ordering is now open for December. The ordering period closes the Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend before we come back to school, so order now! Don't put it off and forget!
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APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION
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Now is the time for siblings to apply for admission for the 2019-20 school year. Go to our school website, click on admissions and online application form. Please complete and submit by January 9, so we know how many spaces we have for new families. Contact Karen Conley in the office with any questions.
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CHRISTMAS WORSHIP SERVICE
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The Christmas service this year will be on Tuesday, December 18 at 7 pm. If your child will not be able to sing in the service that night, please email Mrs. Homan to let her know.
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DISMISSAL PICK-UP REMINDER
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If your child is in Falcon's Nest parents must park and walk in and sign out your child. Please don't request that someone leave their dismissal post to go get your child.
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PERIOD 1 COMING TO A CLOSE!
-The end of period 1 is November 30. You have until this date to complete your period 1 requirement. (Please refer to the service hours guidelines posted on the school website if you have questions on how many hours you need).
-If you plan to complete the bulk of your hours in period 2, you have until 11/30 to email Amy Miller with that notice and a brief description of what you will be working in period 2.
-Do not wait to enter your hours! Get them into the system now so you can avoid billing problems.
FALL FEST FOLLOW UP
-Your Fall Fest hours are now overdue. If you have not submitted them yet, please do so ASAP.
-NOTE-you should submit your hours under Fall Fest-Paulus. You only use the Crowley selection if you were a booth manager or on the Fall Fest committee.
-When submitting your Fall Fest hours, please tally all of your FEST hours together and make one FALL FEST submission (NOT BAKING HOURS). If you earned double hours, submit the double hours number. Example: you worked 4-8 (4 hours) and then took an extra game booth shift double hours shift from 8-10 (these hours double 2 hours/doubled=4 ). Total hours to submit 8.
-If you are unsure of your hour totals contact Kelly Paulus first to confirm your total.
BAKING HOURS:
-If you were approved for FEST BAKING- submit those hours under FEST BAKING/FEST HOURS
-If you were approved for SCHOOL BAKING- submit those under FEST BAKING/SCHOOL HOURS
Please do not try to submit school baking under fest. These will not be counted as fest hours.
WE ARE WORKING HARD TO GET EVERYONE'S HOURS INTO THE SYSTEM. Please do not email Kelly to ask when your hours will be approved. You should see your approvals around the middle of the month (and definitely before the end of billing period 1). Please understand that this is a pretty big task and it takes time to get everyone's hours sorted out.
UNAPPROVED HOURS
If you have unapproved hours in your account you can contact the approver directly to follow up. Regular school hours should be approved within a week or so typically.
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DRAMA CLUB PRESENTS: SHERLOCK HOLMES - TICKET PRE-ORDER -
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If you would like to pre-order your tickets for our Drama Production presentation see the flyer in today's packet!
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SENIORS THANKSGIVING LUNCHEON
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We'd like to honor all parish seniors and 8th grade grandparents at the Thanksgiving Luncheon on Thursday, November 15th.
Click here for more information.
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Popsicle sales are back!! Please help support our 8th Grade Washington D.C. Trip Fundraiser. Popsicles sold each Friday after school. All popsicles just $1!
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Box Tops collection is still going on!
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COLLECTING USED EYEGLASSES
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If you get new glasses remember to turn in your old pair to the office. We collect for the Lions Club!
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BOOK FAIR -
Get ready to open the Doorways to Your Imagination!
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Get ready to open the Doorways to Your Imagination!
The 2018 St. Philip's Book Fair is coming
November 26th through December 2, 2018
. Kick start your holiday shopping season at Opening
Night on Monday, November 26th 6-8pm
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11/26 - Monday - Opening Night 6-8pm
11/27 - Tuesday 7:30am-3:30pm - Muffins with Mom, Holiday Boutique
11/28 - Wednesday 7:30am-3:30pm - Donuts with Dad
11/29 - Thursday 7:30am-6pm - Mad Hatter Hat Day
11/30 - Friday 7:30am-3:30pm
12/2 - Sunday 8am-12pm
There are lots of volunteer opportunities to earn those service hours!
New this year! E-gift cards make it easy for the kids and teachers to shop during the book fair without the need to carry cash. Gift cards must be used in person at the book fair in order for the school to earn credit. Service fee will apply, see website for details: https://www.giftfly.com/shop/follett-book-fairs
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INK TONER CARTRIDGE ON HOLD
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Until further notice we are no longer collecting used ink toner cartridges.
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SPAS will participate in the Crayola ColorCycle it program this school year! It is very simple. Send used markers in to school and reduce waste. It is that easy. So, Don't throw out that used marker-- ColorCycle it!
In 2016, we recycled 400 used markers. Can we beat that this year?
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Sports Boosters are in need of Fall sports photos for the Falcon sports kiosk. The kiosk is located outside Holy Angel Hall by the school lunch tables. If you have any photos of your children participating in Cross Country, Girl's Volleyball or Flag Football, and would like your athlete's photo in the kiosk, submit photos to Julie Schnieders via email at jjschnieders@yahoo.com.
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SERVICE HOUR OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteer Requirements must stay current! Are yours?
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Looking for a fun & easy way to earn your service hours? Join us on Thursday, November 15th from 6-8pm in the Parish Center as we assemble & create unique items for this year's holiday boutique. We will supply the materials for the projects, directions & snacks.
Can't make it to the craft night, but still want to help from home? We would love donations of handcrafted items that we can sell at the boutique.
Please contact Renee Norton at
nortonfive@gmail.com
to RSVP for craft night, or for more information on how you can get involved.
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**SPEECH AND DEBATE JUDGES NEEDED**
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No experience is necessary. We can train you the day of the tournament. This is a great way to earn your service hours watching our talented students compete against 7 other schools.
Dates available: Thursday, November 29 from 3:15-7:15 (Debate first rounds)
Friday, November 30 from 3:15-7:15 (Debate final rounds and speech)
We will even provide you with dinner. If you are interested, but can only do 2 hours on one of the days, that would be fine also. Please email Mrs. Gripp if you are interested.
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SCHOOL VEGETABLE GARDEN HELP!
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Mrs. Gripp needs a new drip system installed and new soil mixed into the raised bed so that the children can plant their fall garden. It's a great way to get service hours and be outside in the sunshine. Please email Mrs. Gripp directly if you can help.
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| GRAPHIC DESIGNERS & PHOTOGRAPHERS |
Calling all amateur and/or professional graphic designers and photographers. If you have some skill or passion for graphic design or taking photos and would love to use your passion to earn your school hours, then please contact Michelle Mapp, ptopr@stphiliptheapostle.org or Vanessa Sinner, vanessasinner@sbcglobal.net.
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LIBRARY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
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The Learning Commons and Primary Learning Center are looking for library volunteers to assist with book covering, shelving, and circulation on a bi-monthly basis. (No experience needed!) If you are interested in volunteering, please contact either Miss Malissa or Miss Natalie for additional information and time options.
Natalie Ramirez nramirez@stphiliptheapostle.org
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Do you need to fulfill hours this year? Volunteer in the school kitchen to help and earn up to 2.5 hrs. per shift. Email rezangeles@yahoo.com if interested.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - EARN PARISH HOURS
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We are looking for some volunteers to wash and iron the black and white altar server gowns. This a simple way to earn parish hours from your own home. If you are interested, please email Kristin Kyle de Bautista at
kikikyle1@gmail.com.
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A deep well of quiet is rare but can be found. It requires a retreat from all the clanging demands that surround you. It allows God's voice to enter. It is refreshment for the soul. Come to a place of quiet and solitude: come to the mountain at Mater Dolorosa Passionist Retreat Center in Sierra Madre. With the women of St. Philip Parish, experience the voice of God's love in "Be not anxious! Living in the peace of Christ." on February 1-3, 2019. To reserve your spot simply go to:
www.materdolorosa.org
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ASSISTING CHILDREN MINISTRY
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MERRY CHRISTMAS
ST. PHILIP THE APOSTLE
ASSISTING CHILDREN MINISTRY
During this time of year, we are asking you to please help us bring joy to more than 400 children who would love to receive a toy.
TOY DRIVE
Please bring one or two unwrapped toys
(Cash Donations are welcome).
FROM NOVEMBER 18TH TO DECEMBER 20, 2018
Drop off locations:
Take it to the Church Office,
inside the Church by Mary's altar and St. Philip School.
St. Philip The Apostle Church
151 N. Hill Ave, Pasadena. CA. 91106
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SUPPORT OUR YOUTH MINISTRY
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Ordering your Christmas trees through our Youth Ministry is a great way to help support our Confirmation program and help us lead teens closer to Christ. We need everyone to participate as our parish goal is 100 trees!!! When you buy your tree from our teens, you can pick it up at the parish on December 8th or delivery is available! They are gorgeous and fresh cut. Visit
reindeertrees.com
or click on our
flier
for more information!
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Two Opportunities at SPAS
All are welcome to join the parent-led Rosary Thursday mornings at 8:05am in the church. We have "cheat" sheets and friendly banter before and after we pray. It's a great way to meet people in the St. Philip's school community all while praying for our needs.
NEW -
The Children's Rosary will begin on Monday, October 15th and run through December 15th. Please have your child sign up with Ms. Maggie in Falcon's Next if you want your child to participate. For more questions, contact Miriam Ayon at (626) 255-6868.
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Order forms for fresh Advent Wreaths can be found here. Orders are due by THIS FRIDAY! This comes from former parent Annette Blain who has made Advent Wreaths for many years. Drop off orders with payment in the school office.
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REFLECTION OF THE WEEK
"Prayer is when you talk to God;
meditation is when you listen to God."
~Diana Robinson
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