SJPDS Newsletter
May 10, 2018
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It is with great and deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Ms. Pontier, beloved Transitional Kindergarten teacher. Ms. Pontier was a cherished colleague, friend, and teacher, who touched many lives during her 15 years at St. John’s. She was an inspiration to all who knew her. The outpouring of love as people remember Ms. Pontier and the joy she brought to our community for so many years here is a testament to her enduring spirit. In continued celebration of her life, arrangements have been made which we wanted to share for those who would like to attend.
Visitation is Friday, May 11th, from 3:00 PM-5:00 PM; 7:00-9:00 PM at
4112 Old Columbia Pike
Ellicott City, MD 21043
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 12th, at 11:00 AM at
First Evangelical Lutheran Church
3604 N Chatham Rd
Ellicott City, MD 21042
In lieu of flowers, Ms. Pontier's family has requested donations to be made to the American Cancer Society. In addition, we will also be establishing the Angie Pontier Memorial Transitional Kindergarten Scholarship Fund. To contribute to the Scholarship Fund you can drop off checks at the Main Office or mail to the school's address. Contribution checks should be made out to SJPDS with "Angie’s Scholarship" in the memo line.
Ms. Pontier meant so much to so many. Here are some of the heartfelt messages her students sent her last week:
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How Will You Make a Change?
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The development of confident, independent thinkers, people of character, and respectful citizens connected to our local and global communities," is one of our Five Gifts at St. John's. We asked our Fifth Graders how they will make a positive change in the world, and each week leading up to graduation we will feature some of their answers.
"
I will give money to homeless people
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–Maddy
"C
lean up all the trash on the streets
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–
Jason
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EC Memory Books will be sold online until Monday, May 14th. They are $15.00 each. After going to the purchase site, select the Memory Book for your class using the scroll bar on the left and click "order" to continue. Please contact
Mrs. Adams with any questions.
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St. John's Parish Day School has moved on to the Finalist Level in the Baltimore's Child Reader's Choice Awards for
Best Preschool and
Best Independent School. Vote for us today!
Remember we're on "Step 5" of the choices.
Here is a screen capture of the correct page.
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Our very own Ms. Sclar is having a photo exhibit for the month of May in Frederick at a shop called
The Muse
. This is a photo of Ms. Sclar at the opening this past Saturday. The store is open 7 days a week with hours to 9:00 PM on Fridays and Saturdays if you'd like to take a look! We're so lucky to have such unique and talented staff members.
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Thank you to Mrs. Frey, Mrs. Morley, and to our amazing Parents' Association and families for such an awesome Spring Carnival! It was a fun day for all. We truly appreciate all that you do!
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Today, the Mobile Ed STEAM Museum came to visit our classes here at St. John's Parish Day School! There were informative demonstrations and lessons, followed by a chance to go out and interact with all the different science centers. Check out our photos from the day.
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The 3’s classes also took a little STEAM time today to learn about symmetry with Mrs. Grosso. They learned that lots of things in nature are symmetrical, even ourselves, and then made ladybug flyers by folding on the dotted lines and making sure to add the same number of spots to each wing.
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Our school has already received
$690.80
from the Box Tops for Education program this school year! Let’s close out the year on a high note and get a jump start for next year. Please use the collection sheet below, labeled with your child’s name and teacher’s name and grade/program, or a clear resealable baggie, to submit your final Box Tops for the 2017-18 School Year.
Submit them to the envelope outside your child’s classroom or in the school lobby before Friday, May 25th, and be eligible for our final prize drawing of the year.
Thank you again for your support of this Parents’ Association program.
Sincerely,
Your
2017-18 School Year Box Tops Co-Chairs
Mrs.
Kathleen Browning and Mrs. Lauren Morley
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Fourth grade is collecting old cellphones for recycling. The phones can be in good condition, or not. Flip-phones, iphones, any phones will do! There is a bin outside of the fourth grade classroom. Thank you!
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Transformation & Social Justice
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If you are interested in change toward a more just world for all God's children please e-mail
Rev. Ann
to be part of this new commission.
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Ahoy! Get ready for a fun-filled, uncharted adventure where you come to realize Jesus' love. He rescues and remains with you through the storms of life. A five-day, evening event for all ages! Everyone discovers how Jesus is always present in their lives. $50 for one child/teen or for two or more children/teens it is $100 for the family.
Adults 5:00 PM to 7:15 PM, Adult VBS with Rev. Ann Ritonia is free!
Register Today.
VBS is a volunteer supported offering to the community. St. John’s welcomes high school and college students and parents and grandparents to be involved as volunteers to deliver this faith, fun fellowship program.
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St. John's Parish Day School Summer Camp is specifically designed for children
3 1/2 years old up to children entering Kindergarten in Fall 2018.
Campers will have tons of fun while learning. Each week explores a different theme that's sure to spark curiosity, a love of learning, and more! Learn more about the themes on our
website
.
Week 1: 5 Spots Left
Week 2: 6 Spots Left
Week 3: Full
Week 4: 3 Spots Left
Week 5: 10 Spots Left
Week 6: 8 Spots Left
Week 7: 5 Spots Left
Week 8: 6 Spots Left
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TONIGHT
Thursday, May 10th
5:00 PM–7:00 PM
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Come to the Cellar: 3419 Plumtree Dr. Ellicott City, MD 21042
This is a chance for parents, staff, and faculty to meet, relax, talk, have fun, and make friends.
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8:30 AM–9:30 AM
Moms or Grandmas, Aunts or Special Friends, please join your child for a classroom visit and special snack, followed by Chapel with Moms in the Historic Church. Please arrive with your child in their classroom by 8:30 AM.
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Friday, May 11th
6:30 PM–9:00 PM
The show starts promptly at 6:30 PM
, so please arrive beforehand.
All performers should arrive between 5:45 and 6:00 PM; 6:00 PM is the latest to check in
. Remember to turn in your order forms and checks to Ms. Ashton in the Main Office by Friday
if you would like to purchase a DVD of the show.
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SJEC Mother's Day Car Wash
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Sunday, May 13th
Surprise Mom with a clean car on Mother's Day! Bring your Mom's car (or any car) to be washed. There will be J2A youth/adults to help direct you in parking your car. While you attend worship and fellowship, your car will be washed. Look for signs when you enter the Rose Hill entrance to the campus grounds.
All donations benefit the J2A Pilgrimage to Spain in June.
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Monday, May 14th
10:00 AM
Fifth graders should
wear their formal uniforms
for their photo in front of the Historic Church.
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Monday, May 14th
"Kidsinger Jim" Hossick will be sharing his experience with interactive performances and showing how he writes from story to lyrics to song. Two of our students, Sofia and Tessa, are featured in his song "Eat Your Veggies", which is on his latest CD. You can check out his
website
to learn more.
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Monday, May 14th
2:00 PM–3:00 PM
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This performance will be in the Historic Church.
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May 16th and 17th
6:30 PM–7:30 PM
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Children should report to their classrooms by 6:15 PM. Children will wear their Spring Sing T-shirts, which will be given out in the classroom the evening of their performance. Please have your child wear solid color shorts—white, khaki, or denim—no dresses, skirts, or flip flops, please! Doors to ASH will open at 6:00 PM.
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Friday, May 18th
8:30 AM
All year long you have supported our school and we want to show you how much we appreciate your dedication. As a thank you to our wonderful volunteers, we want to invite you to our Volunteer "Brunch" in the Lower Commons. Even if you only have a moment after drop off, you can take something to go!
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Spring Fling Vendor & Craft Show
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Saturday, May 19th
11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Come support small, local businesses and celebrate Spring with something new for your home or closet! The following vendors will be participating:
BONJOUR WAFFLE
with freshly made authentic Belgian liege waffles and toppings.
3 Peas Handmade Soaps
,
A Glam Good Time,
Agnes and Dora, Arbonne,
BB Jewelry
, Beautycounter, Beverly's Beautiful Bags and More,
CCS Designs
, Color Street, Cuddle Bugz, Damsel In Defense,
Dessert Boss
,
Dot Dot Smile
,
GemCords
, Gift of Gab, Gladys Hidden Treasure Boutique, India Hicks,
Joseph Court Candles
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Karizmaw Krafts
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Kenya Connect
, KIDZART, Le Fashion Cottage,
Levain LLC
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Lularoe,
Magnolia and Vine, Mary Kay, Max and the Hen,
Neat Nick Preserves
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Origami Owl,
Pam's Crafts,
Pink Zebra,
Rodan + Fields
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The Gourmet Cupboard
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Pampered Chef
, Paparazzi,
Scentsy
, Senegence, Stella and Dot, Tastefully Simple, The Paradise Tie Dye Company,
Touchstone Crystal by Swarovski,
Thirty One Gifts, Trades of Hope, Trish Doty: brush, water & color, Tupperware, Young Living Essential Oils, Younique, and more!
Volunteer are needed, please see this
Sign Up Genius
for more details.
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Friday, May 25th
Field day activities will take place in the morning. Please be prepared for outside activities, weather permitting. We have lots of activities planned. Please sign up to help out that day. If you cannot find a spot to sign up and would still like to volunteer, please check in with
Mrs. Cramer
. Wear sneakers—
it will be a fun filled day. Apply sunscreen before leaving home and wear a hat.
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May 11
EC Muffins w/Mom B
Variety Show
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May 14
5th Grade Photo
Author Visit
Spring Violin Concert
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May 24
Zoo Visit (Make-Up)
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May 25
EC Field Day
Noon Dismissal
LS Optional Conferences
Conference Care
No After Care
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May 28
School Closed
Memorial Day
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May 29
3's Field Trip
TK Field Trip
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May 30
3's Field Trip
Tea With Headmaster
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June 6
LS Field Day
Pizza Wednesday
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Lands' End, provider of our uniform items, is having a
40% off full-price styles sale with free shipping on orders over $50.00.
Code : LESUFRIEND
Pin : 2581
Website
Valid from 5/10/18 to 5/16/18
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St. John's Episcopal Church
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