I am the light of the world.
Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but have the light of life.
-John 8:12
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May 9, 2019
Spring Program - Let It Shine! -
See you TONIGHT
at
6:00 PM
in the church. Please use the church entrance. Band students should arrive at 5:30 and the rest of the students should arrive by 5:45. Dress in Sunday best and no jeans please! Thank you to Miss Heather for preparing this marvelous gift for all of us!
NO SCHOOL at JI tomorrow - Friday, May 10th
HUGE THANK YOU! -
Thank you for the wonderful teacher appreciation week! We feel so appreciated and loved by such an amazing group of parents. Thanks for your prayers, kindness, and generosity! Special thanks to Michelle Connor and Kelli Miller for their planning, creativity, and time! We are blessed!
Exploring Band! -
All third graders and non band members in grades 4-5 are invited to a special band time to explore a variety of instruments on Tuesday, May 14th from 8-8:30 AM in the band room. Ms Hamvas and some special guests will lead this exploration time. It is a great chance to see what band is like and what instrument you might want to learn how to play next year.
Blessings to you!
Colleen Wenner
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WALK/JOG/RUN
Challenge Winners
2nd Grade-1st place
4th Grade-2nd place
3rd Grade-3rd place
On Tues., May 14th these awesomely fit kids get to skate AND party for 2 ½ hours at Skateville in Burnsville. Bring on the skates, music, and pizza (and rumors that Mrs. Wavrin is bringing the junk food). OH YEH, I can hear the music and see the fun now!!
LIFE IS GOOD!!!!!
CONGRATULATIONS
2nd, 4th, and 3rd!!!!!!!!!!!!
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(p.s. Of the 16 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders that did their fitness run at the Gustavus Track, 13 of them not only earned the award of EXCELLENCE but blew past the 85th percentile needed for this award. The remaining 3 were not far behind earning the award of ACHIEVEMENT!!!
Yes, they ARE AWESOMELY fit!)
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ONLY A COUPLE MORE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!!!
Call NOW to help with the most fun event of the year, John Ireland’s Field Day, Friday, May 24th (operators are standing by to take your call). Don’t let this great opportunity pass you by!! ONLY 14 lucky parents will get the chance to help with this super event, The Amazing Race Travels The World. Don’t hesitate, call now, that’s (507) 931-2810 and be one of the few who get to be part of the action. But wait, wait, there’s more! Show up for the fun and informative instructional parent meeting at 11:00 and then meet your child(ren) for the SPECIAL Field Day Lunch.
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Sign up for VBS Today!
Sign your children up for the best week of the summer. Kids ages 3 - 5th Grade (entering in the fall) can enjoy 4 evenings of fun, singing, and learning about how life is wild but God is good.
(3 year olds must be potty trained)
When: July 29 - August 1
Time: 6:00-8:30 pm
Where: Church of St. Peter
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The next order will be Friday, May 17th at 10:30 AM.
We have a few random cards in the school office - $25 Starbucks card and a $100 Scheels card. Please contact me if you are interested in purchasing them.
You can always shop online and order 'Scrip Now ' just use the "Shop Online" link.
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May Happenings
- Spring Program - Thursday, May 9th 6:00 PM
- NO SCHOOL - Friday, May 10th
- Early Release - Friday, May 17th 12:50 PM
- Field Day - The Amazing Race - Friday, May 24th in the afternoon
- No School - Monday, May 27th
- Fifth Grade Field Trip - Tuesday, May 28th
- Kindergarten and Sixth Grade Fishing - Tuesday, May 28th afternoon
- Awards Presentation - Wednesday, May 29th 8:15 AM
- Sixth Grade Graduation - Wednesday, May 29th 6:30 PM
- Last Day of School, Picnic Lunch (Bring your own lunch) - Thursday, May 30th
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Please help spread the word!
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Registration is NOW OPEN
for Preschool through Sixth Grade!
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Quick Links to the Class Pages
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John Ireland School is a Catholic community welcoming students of all faiths, devoted to Gospel Values, Academic Excellence, and Christian Service.
Little Angels is a ministry of John Ireland School. We are a preschool and pre-K program focused on faith and service which nurtures the whole child embracing individual talents and abilities in a welcoming, caring, and safe environment.
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