Parent Newsletter: 10/29/2018
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ALL SAINTS DAY & ALL SOULS DAY
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Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
This Thursday, November 1, we celebrate All Saints Day, a day to honor those who have given themselves completely to God. November 1 is a holy day of obligation. God has raised up saints so that we have role models and helpers. He desires that each one of us becomes a saint. Let us never forget the call to holiness.
This Friday, November 2, is All Souls Day. We pray for the repose of the souls of those who have died, especially family and friends. Let us also pray for the deceased alumni and benefactors of Saint Agnes School. It is also a beautiful practice to pray at a cemetery throughout the month of November.
I cordially invite you to attend Masses here at Saint Agnes on both of these important days. Masses for All Saints and All Souls will be in the Upper Church. The Mass schedule is as follows:
Vigil of All Saints -
Weds., October 31
5:15 PM English w/ Hymns
All Saints -
Thurs., November 1
6:30 AM English Low Mass
7:30 AM EF Latin Low Mass
8:45 AM All School OF English Sung Mass
5:15 PM OF Latin Sung Mass
All Souls -
Fri., November 2
6:30 AM English Low Mass
7:30 AM EF Latin Low Mass
8:45 AM All School OF Latin Sung Mass
5:15 PM English Mass w/ Hymns
7:30 PM OF Latin Sung Mass (Mozart Requiem)
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Fr. Mark Moriarty
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Box Tops Deadline - Monday, October 29
Our first submission deadline for Box Tops for Education is today! Since Box Tops expire, it is important to turn in however many or few you might have collected by the end of today. Please
contact Virginia Blackstone
with any questions.
All Saint's Day Party - Wednesday, October 31
All families are invited to participate in the All Saints' Party on October 31, 6:00–8:00 PM in Gruden Gym (please enter at door #2 of school). Youth
and
adults are encouraged to dress as a favorite Saint or Blessed. Each participating family is asked to contribute $15 and two bags of candy to cover the pizza dinner and games we will enjoy together.
Please sign up to help
with setup, check-in, candy running, and games.
Contact Arika Heffron
with questions at 507-213-0725.
Masses This Week
Thursday, November 1: 8:45 AM – K-12 Mass, Solemnity of All Saints
Friday, November 2: 8:45 AM – K-12 Mass, Commemoration of All Souls
November 1: K-12 Mass – Solemnity of All Saints
November 2: K-12 Mass – Commemoration of All Souls
November 7: Service Club/Red Cross Blood Drive (8:00 AM - 2:00PM)
November 9: K-12 Mass - Feast of the Dedication of St. John Lateran Basilica
November 14: Aggie Give Day
November 19: College Inside Track Presentation (7:00 PM)
November 20: Car Raffle Kick-Off
November 21: Thanksgiving Break – No School
November 22: Thanksgiving Break – No School
November 23: Thanksgiving Break – No School
November 30: K-12 Mass - Feast of St. Andrew, Apostle
Red Cross Blood Drive - Wednesday, November 7
The Student Council and Service Club will be holding a Red Cross Blood Drive next Wednesday, November 7, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the Helen Houle Auditorium. Please consider donating, as one unit of blood saves three lives!
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Come Support Our Aggies During Section Playoffs!
(T) October 30:
Volleyball
Section 4AA Quarterfinals at Academy of Holy Angels (7:00 PM)
(F) November 2:
Football
Section 4AA Championship vs. Minneapolis North at Monticello High School (5:00 PM)
View full athletics calendar
here
.
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Volunteers Needed to Help Prepare for Red & White Benefit
Plans are underway for our annual Red & White Benefit, to be held February 9, 2019. At this point in preparations, we are looking for parents willing to help secure auction items. This might include follow up phone calls to businesses to whom we have mailed a solicitation letter, emailing business managers, or dropping in at local establishments and making an ask. We have lots of contact information, but need help in making the connection. This is a great opportunity to volunteer from the comfort of your home! Please contact benefit chairs
Mary Appel
or
Robert Blackstone
for more information.
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Aggie Give Day - Wednesday, November 14
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, November 14, our second
Aggie Give Day
! Aggie Give Day donations are allocated to the Annual Fund, which benefits each and every student. Help us reach our goal of $150,000!
We are also excited to announce a dollar-for-dollar match for the first $30,000 in donations! Gifts received from now until November 14 will be counted toward our goals. Every gift matters!
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All-School Fundraiser - Kicks Off Soon!
Our kick-off to the annual
all school fundraiser
is fast approaching! November 20 is the official kick-off with a morning car raffle roll-out at Convocation for the students. A letter will be mailed home next week with more details and exciting incentive prizes announced. Remember – 100% of the proceeds stays at Saint Agnes School!
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College Applications - Deadlines Are Rapidly Approaching!
November 1st is the Early Action Deadline for college applications! Many other colleges have November 15, December 1, December 15, or January 1 deadlines. Be aware of the deadlines at the institutions to which you are applying!
Students are always welcome to
contact Mrs. Kemp
or
Mr. Loesch
for an appointment to discuss college/career options or receive assistance with the application process.
Upcoming Guidance Office Events
College Inside Track Presentation – Insider Tips to Navigate the College Process and Save Money: Monday, November 19 at 7:00 PM
Families often know more about the next appliance they are going to buy than the college education they are going to purchase, leading many to make avoidable mistakes that cost them thousands and hinder their ability to find the best fit for their child.
Come learn from a national expert the insider tips that will greatly enhance your understanding of the college process, reduce anxiety and position your child for success. The presentation will cover how to avoid mistakes many families make when trying to identify colleges that are truly the right fit, a behind-the-scenes view of how financial aid really works, actionable strategies to save thousands of dollars and tips for working with your teenager on a stressful and emotional process.
An absolute must-see for parents with students in grades 9-11! Join us in the Helene Houle Auditorium at 7:00 PM for this presentation.
College Inside Track is a private company with a mission to help families successfully navigate the college process and be smart consumers of the college purchase.
FAFSA & Scholarships - The Nuts & Bolts: December 2018 or January 2019 (TBD)
This presentation for students and parents discusses the process of filling out the FAFSA and applying for other types of aid. This presentation is more technical and gives the information needed to complete the process, versus providing “tips and tricks.”
Junior College Planning Meetings: February – March 2019
Juniors and junior parents – get ready! Starting in February, Mrs. Kemp and Mr. Loesch will meet individually with all juniors and their parents to discuss post-secondary options, the process of applying to college, and deciding on a career path/major. More information to come in the new year!
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New Student Applications for 2019-20
The application process is now open for the 2019-20 school year for NEW students only. Re-enrollment for our current students will start in January. If you have a child who will be new to Saint Agnes in the fall of 2019, you may fill out the
2019-20 Online Application
and log into your TADS account. Select
Add a New Student
to begin the application. Current families have priority in the acceptance process, however we recommend filling out an application soon as many classes will fill quickly. If you have any questions please call the Admissions Office at 651-925-8803.
Children's Holy Hour
Father Moriarty has given families the 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM hour during Friday Adoration as a Children's Holy Hour. This means you can bring your restless children to adoration every Friday and not worry if they make a little noise or run around a pew. Families also have access to Schuler Hall from 12:00-1:00 PM to hang out and eat lunch (bring your own) as long as there is not a funeral lunch.
Catholic coloring pages and crayons are available for everyone in the chapel. Please feel free to bring saint books, children's Bibles, rosaries, and other items for your children.
Jesus wants the little children in His presence learning how to pray and love Him. Please
sign up here
if you would like to be kept updated regarding schedule changes or substitute requests. Check out
Father Moriarty's Pastor's Column from July 1
, in which he offers encouraging words about how bringing children to adoration can be fruitful for our school and parish families!
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Save the Date: Prom 2019
Juniors and Seniors, mark your calendadrs: Prom will be Saturday, May 11, 2019!
Grand March will start promptly at 5:00 PM in the Helene Houle Auditorium – All are welcome!
Yearbooks on Sale
Yearbooks are on sale now! After December 31, 2018 the price will increase! Please
return this order form
to Mrs. Richtsmeier, or order online at the following links:
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Job Opportunity for Students
Warners' Stellian is looking for part-time warehouse associates to join their team this school year! Pay starts at $11.00 per hour with performance-based increases. Commitment is 2+ days per week, may include a weekend day. Start time would be 3:00-4:00 PM.
Contact Mr. Flood
or
Ms. Larson
if interested.
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