"Therefore encourage one another and build each other up..."
1 Thes. 5:11
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Upcoming Events
Nov. 1 -
IN SERVICE DAY - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS
Nov 3 - Daylight Savings Time Ends, set your clocks back one hour
Nov 5 - 4th gr to Nat'l Mississippi River Museum
8:30 am-3:00 pm
Nov 5 - HF Culver's Family Fundraiser, 4-8 pm
Nov 6 - HF Rosary, 9:15 am @ SJ Church Chapel
Nov 6 - HF Liturgy, 10:00 am @ SJ Church
Nov 7 - HF Picture Retake Day
Nov 8 - HF $1 Jeans Day
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New to the Electronic Backpack this week
St. Ludmila Bazaar Flyer
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Hello, Holy Family!
You may have noticed that our LaSalle building is looking a lot better these days. I told the students at the start of the year that little things carry importance, and that we really wanted things to look fresh and nice for them because they matter to us. We contracted with a new cleaning service that has really been doing a great job, and we are very happy that this building has a fresh new look (keeping up with the clean look that Mr. Servey provides at the elementary school).
In a similar line of thinking, you will notice as promised a few weeks ago, that we have a new look on our web site effective this weekend. We have been working hard with eCatholic to make sure that it flows as organically as possible and that it is very intuitive. All of the Xavier Catholic schools will be moving to this new platform that, I think, offers a lot of benefits and no discernable drawbacks. Please do let me know where you notice room for improvement, and I will see how we can continue to improve it.
A further upgrade is coming to the newsletter as well. Later this month, we will begin using S'more to share our weekly newsletters with you. S'more is a more attractive platform, that is much less expensive than our current medium. I am confident that families will appreciate the fresh new look and will not miss anything from our previous format.
Again, I think that little things have importance, so we continue to make upgrades at Holy Family. I hope you appreciate them, but please do let us know when we can address concerns or questions that you every have.
God bless your family and our school all year long!
Zach Zeckser
Next week's Principal's Corner: Our System-Wide Technology Plan
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Holy Family Picture Retake Day is Thursday, November 7th in the morning
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Picture packets were sent home from St. Jude this week. Lifetouch has assured us that LaSalle’s picture packages will be here before Retake Day. If you choose to have your student’s picture retaken the original packet will need to be returned to school to be sent back to Lifetouch on Retake Day. Any student who was absent on the original Picture Day and Make Up Day will need to have their picture taken on Retake Day.
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Holy Family Scrip News
"I order SCRIP cards to be used during Christmas. I order a small amount of cards each month and use the cards to purchase Christmas gifts rather than using my credit card!"
This is what one of our Scrip users has to say about our program. What a great idea! And to help with that, they just announced that some companies will have their $5 and $10 cards until December 23; great for stocking stuffers, grab bags, donations to local shelters and giving trees! See the link below for more details.
Our next Scrip order is due Monday, November 4th at 9am.
Emery Tew
Holy Family Scrip Coordinator
scrip@holyfamilycr.org
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We will be having our Family Fundraiser at Culver's on Edgewood Rd on Tuesday, November 5th from 4-8.
Culver's would like us to open doors, greet customers and thank them for supporting our School. Please wear school colors or spiritwear. Student's may sign up, but we ask that they have parental supervision.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0f4aacae2da4f85-culvers1
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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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After School Clubs
will start meeting next week! Clubs will meet from 3:30-4:00 pm. Please be here to pick up your student promptly at 4:00 pm. All students are welcome to attend any of the clubs; there is no sign up for clubs - just show up! It is recommended that students attend the first meeting next week.
Monday
: Book Club in Ms. Moser’s Room
Tuesday:
Chess and Board Game Club in Mrs. Davidson’s Room
Thursday:
Knitting Club in Mrs. Streif’s Room
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7th & 8th grade Girls Basketball Coaches Needed:
We need 2 girls certified basketball coaches for the upcoming season. Girls games start December 19th with practices starting a couple weeks before. We are paying coaches this year! Please contact Mr. Dole ASAP if you can coach: jdole@holyfamilycr.org
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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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Thank you:
We appreciate Denise Fillenworth and our St Jude PA Reps for setting up and bringing meals for the Conference Nights! Thank you for your generosity and support! Thank you to the following people for Thursday Night donations: Jamie Havlik, Stephanie Oberreuter, Carly Koenig, Kelly Wade, Katie Knowlson, Julie Mittelstadt, Holly Bruns, Kay Forke, Julie Skala, Jamie Larson, Maricela Rodriguez, Becky Giese and Cassie Sirotak. For those bring donations for Monday Night: Carly Koenig, Amy Eidel, Jenny Emerson, Jamie Hada, Emily Vander Tuig, Jamie Larson, Mary Ngotho, Stephanie Oberreuter, Lori Ruiz, Julie Skala, Cassie Sirotak, Laura Herbst and Corey Kalainoff. To anyone we may have inadvertently missed. THANK YOU!
Dress Code Reminder:
Students are to be in dress code slacks/pants. Skirts and Jumpers may also be worn and must have solid colored leggings worn with them. Shorts/Skorts and capris are allowed to be worn in the fall during August and September, and in the spring during May and June.
Shoes/Socks:
only closed toe and closed heel shoes, no boots are allowed during the school day except for snow boots needed at recess, matching socks must be worn at all times, must be non-marking, no Heeley shoes(roller style shoes) allowed.
Picture Retake day:
Thursday, November 7th. Picture packets are going home today. If you choose to have your student’s picture retaken, the original packet will need to be returned to school to be sent back to Lifetouch. Picture Retake Notices are also coming home with the picture packets.
Sharing germs starts again!
We have had some lingering illnesses. Please try to let staff know why your child is staying home so we know what is out there. Children should remain at home until they are fever free for 24 hours without the use of fever reducing medication. If your child is vomiting or having diarrhea they should remain at home until they are tolerating their diet without vomiting or diarrhea for 24 hours. The best defense against illness is good hand washing. Hands should be washed before eating food, after toileting, and any time they are soiled. Also, wash hands after coughing, sneezing or blowing your nose. Hand sanitizers are a good option when you don't have water and soap available. If medication is needed at school it must be in the original container and marked with the child's name. A medication administration form must be completed even for over the counter medications. We are hoping for a healthy school year for everyone. Remember germs are not for sharing!
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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. Preorder kolaches by Tuesday, November 5. Call either 319-364-0897 or 319-350-4145 or email your order to
kolachbaking@outlook.com
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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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