Students chose to participate in the first Recess Rosary,
taking place each Friday in May to honor our Blessed Mother!
My message this week comes to you from the Wylie Inn in Beverly, where I have spent the past few days “soaking in” the love of Our Resurrected Lord! I have been on a retreat, as a part of the Emmaus Leadership Series (a division of the Lynch Learning Leadership School at Boston College), which I have been a part of for almost a year now. While I “dug my heels in” a bit, and certainly felt the guilt of leaving the school behind, the time has been a welcomed change of pace, and an opportunity to be “unplugged” from the busyness of life. Last evening as a part of our closing prayer service, I received Palanca letters from faculty and students that I am so touched by and grateful for… beyond words actually. One particular third grader offered a sentiment that brought a smile to my face and offered comic relief, after reading many that had brought me to tears. It read:  “Mrs. Russo, You do so much for us. I hope your retreat is good. Don’t worry if the other principals brag about their schools. I still think ours is best.”  Absolutely priceless and too cute not to share! 

The month of May is upon us, and is dedicated to Our Blessed Mother. Please join us if you are able on Monday, May 13th , immediately following Mass, as our second graders "do the honors" of crowning Our Blessed Mother here at the school. That same afternoon at 1pm, we will celebrate the joy of the resurrection with an Easter Celebration beyond measure! Classes have been practicing their songs of praise and worship and are preparing to rattle the roof with their Alleluias! Parents welcome!

I look forward to celebrating this weekend, along with many of our second grade students, as they  receive Jesus in the Eucharist for the very first time! It is such a joy to see their excitement to be united with Our Lord in this sacrament, especially when they return to join us at a school Mass.

It is imperative to stay well informed of all events and celebrations on the horizon by visiting our school website often. While the end is certainly in sight, we have miles to go before we rest, and have a great deal left to accomplish with your children. Please join us in our efforts to finish the school year strong, as we maintain an atmosphere of continued academics and excellent behavior.
Have a wonderful weekend and God bless!
~Mrs. Russo
Pray for all our First Communicants!
SFX Parish students will be receiving their First Communion this Sunday!
TONIGHT 5/3 our NJHS is Hosting a May Movie Night for K-2

5:30-7:30pm $5
(pizza dinner included)

Parents can stay or drop off/pick-up.
MAP Growth testing...
next week is the last week...
Week 3 (May 6-10): Grades 3-5
Week at-a-glance:

Monday, May 6th-
Chicken Nuggets
Tuesday, May 7th-
French Bread Pizza
Wednesday, May 8th-
Creamed Turkey
Thursday, May 9th-
Grilled Cheese
Friday, May 10th-
Sloppy Joe

Next SEC meeting
Monday 5/6 @ 7pm in the school library
Please contact your SEC rep if you can help next week in any way! 

Known HELP NEEDED: Lunch/Recess duty on Friday 5/10 (11:20am- 1pm) so teachers can have lunch together. Thanks in advance!
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Please note that preliminary Family Fundraising balances will be sent home in the coming weeks (for Grade 8 and preschool) and all financial obligations must be met by the final day of school. Please contact the office with any questions. Thank you.
Please return any unwanted picture packages or sheets by May 10th, or you will be charged.     
Thank you!
Grade 8 will host a Car Wash at the school THIS SATURDAY, May 4th from 9am-1pm
(rain date: May 18th).
 If you haven't already bought a ticket, just stop by!
Last Box Tops Collection for this school year...lets see how many "pop" up!!

 Send in any tops you've been saving...either place in clearly labeled baggies of 50 each and we can affix them to the collection sheets ...or affix them and send in the sheets. Every top helps our school!
LOOKING TOWARD the HORIZON:
MANY DATES TO NOTE:
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Grade 8 Progress reports went home this week. Please sign and return.

Progress reports will be sent home next Tuesday, May 8th- for Grade 1-7 
Friday, May 10th--Donnelly's will be here at the school from 8:30-12noon for uniform measurement and orders. Take advantage of this opportunity!


(*K parents, PLEASE NOTE-There is no school for current Kindergarteners on this day, due to the K screening. If you would like to have your child measured for uniforms, you may stop by that morning with your child.)
Mandatory performance K-5
Just in time for Father's Day:
 Grade 8 Grill Raffle:
Kamado Joe Classic II-
18-inch ceramic grill
valued at $1,199...
just $10 each ticket! Raffle to be picked May 24th!
DO YOU ENJOY HISTORY?
If you are willing to be a JUDGE   
for our upcoming  
Middle School HISTORY FAIR  
on  Tuesday,
May 21st,  

Judging of projects takes place from 
9:00am-12:00pm on that day .
July 8-12; 15-19; 22-26
Open to Preschool through age 12
Regular Pricing fees apply now!
Extended Care Club Schedule...
MONDAYS- Mr. Robinson's Music Lessons (K-4)
TUESDAYS- Upper Grade Chorus with Miss Cournoyer 2:55-3:30pm. 
WEDNESDAYS- Bay State Tumbling and Fitness Session 2
THURSDAYS- Track Club-- 3:00-4:15pm every Thursday (Gr. 3-8)
Interesting Local Happenings:

Buzzards Bay Coalition
is hosting a  FREE public festival  on May 11
from 12 - 4:30pm
at The Acushnet Sawmill.
Stay connected.