Saint Jerome Regional School
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"Living Fearlessly Through Faith..."
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Message From The Principal
Dear St. Jerome Family,
We cannot thank you all enough! We raised $31,000 at the Basket Bonanza for our school! Thank you to everyone who donated baskets, food, baked goods, supplies, and your time. Thanks to everyone who helped organize, set up, clean up, and who attended the Basket Bonanza. It was a lot of work, but we had so much fun. Thanks so much for making this event such a success for our school. We are SJRS PROUD! We also would like to thank
Father Hoffa
for celebrating Mass in our Chapel after the Basket Bonanza with the volunteers. It was the perfect ending to a great weekend at SJRS!
The school year is going so fast and it is hard to believe that the first Sunday of Advent is just around the corner. Advent is such a beautiful season. Every week during the season of Advent, we come together as a school family to light our Advent wreaths and pray as we eagerly await the birth of our Savior. The Christian custom of lighting the Advent wreath began in Germany in the 1600s. Today it is celebrated in churches and homes all over the world. The circular shape of the wreath reminds us that the love of God is without beginning or end. The evergreens represent the hope of everlasting happiness. The candles remind us that Jesus, the light of the world, came to earth to overcome the darkness of sin and selfishness. The purple candles represent our need to prepare for the coming of our Savior, and the pink, which is lit on the third week, reminds us to be joyful for the coming of the Lord is near. As we prepare to celebrate the great feast of Christmas – let us take this Advent Season as time to look deep into our hearts and truly prepare for the Lord.
This past month, the IHM Catholic Education Newsletter shared this contemporary expression of having confidence in God! I felt it was important to share with our SJRS family. Please click on
THIS LINK
to view the video.
Some of the highlights during the month of November are listed below:
- Health screenings were conducted by the nurse in all grades.
- Students enjoyed Step-Up Day on November 1st! The students had a great time stepping up to their future grades.
- We celebrated National Stem Week with many exciting announcements Nov. 4th-8th!
- We started re-registration for 2019-2020 school year!
- Children's Book Author Paul Acampora visited our school and taught writing workshops for our 3rd-8th grade students on November 8th! Mr. Acampora also works as the Secretary for Stewardship & Development in the Diocese of Allentown. Please check out his website to learn more about him and his books! https://www.paulacampora.com
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Christian of the Month
The Christian of the Month Award recognizes students who display good character on a consistent basis and serve as student role models throughout the month. Students are nominated by their teachers based on the six pillars of character: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship. Students chosen to receive this award will be acknowledged for their accomplishment in the monthly newsletter. Students will receive a dress down pass, Christian of the Month Certificate, Applebee's certificate and
a Turkey Hill Slushy Certificate
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T
he students will be recognized at the first Mass of each month.
Blaise Kopp
has been chosen Christian of the Month for Kindergarten Blue. Blaise is a very responsible, hardworking student. He is attentive during class and follows class rules. Blaise is enthusiastic about learning and enjoys participating in all class activities. He is respectful to his teachers and the other students in the class. Outside of school, Blaise participates in T-ball, soccer and wrestling. He also takes piano lessons from his grandmother. Blaise attends St. Paul’s Lutheran Church where he is in the children’s choir and played Joseph in the Christmas Program. Blaise enjoys sports, music and art activities. He loves creating and using his imagination. He is a big help to his family, taking care of his pets and his younger bother. Congratulations, Blaise!
The Christian of the month for Kindergarten Gold is
Amelia Wiscount
. Amelia is a very quite conscientious student. Amelia is very helpful and is a hard worker. Outside of school, Amelia is a part of the Dalinda Dance studio where she enjoys tap, ballet, jazz, and hip hop. Amelia is a kind and sweet girl who wants to make sure that everyone is treated fairly. She loves her brother and is looking forward to meeting her baby sister.
Aiden Barrett
is the November Christian of the Month for 1st Grade Gold. Aiden is a very kind and caring young man. He is often seen helping his classmates. He is a responsible and hardworking student. Aiden attends and is very involved in his parish youth activities at St. Richard’s Church in Barnesville. Aiden loves to play all sports. He plays baseball, basketball and soccer in the Tamaqua Area sports programs. Aiden is a great big brother to Braxton
Kendall Peiser
, Grade 1 Blue, has earned the Christian of the Month Award. Kendall always strives to do her very best. Kendall is always ready to help in our classroom. She is a good role model for the other students. Kendall is a very kind hearted little girl. She has the biggest heart and is always willing to give to those in need. Kendall is strong willed. She never gives up, no matter how hard the challenge. Her athleticism amazes us. Kendall is currently a student at AMSD where she performs Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Aero, Gymnastics, and Cheerleading. Kendall enjoys playing tennis for St. Jerome's CYO. Academically, she has also been studying Spanish since she was 3 years old. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, helping her dad in the garage, riding her bike, fishing with her brother, and making crafts with her aunt. Kendall exceeds in numerous areas and is a joy to watch succeed.
Lillian Gallagher
is the 2nd Grade Christian of the Month. She is a very conscientious student. Her work is neatly done and completed in a timely manner. She is respectful and courteous to her classmates and her teachers. She is very generous and the first to offer help to anyone in need. Lillian is a member of the CYO Cross Country Team and is in her 5th year of jazz, tap and ballet at the TNT Studio of Dance. Lillian has been a Toys for Tots Helper for the last two years. She also belongs to a summer bowling league. Lilly was the 1st place Grade 2 winner in the American Legion Post 123 Coloring Contest. She is a "big kid" helper at her aunt's daycare and an amazing and loving big sister to her little brother, Philip. Lilly absolutely loves art in every way and practices often to learn and become better.
3- Blue’s Christian of the Month for November is
Maiya Vavro
. Maiya is an exceptional student and an excellent role model. She is very hard-working and always strives for perfection, as well as being responsible and respectful at all times. Maiya has a love for volleyball and has played for Anthracite Volleyball and most recently 209 Fusion Volleyball. She is also very active in Girl Scouts, earning over 100 cookie badges, as well as 2 STEM badges, and a Valentines for Veterans one. Maiya has a love for animals and reading and can always be seen with a smile on her face! Congratulations Maiya!
Adam Zawisza
is the Christian of the Month for Third Grade Gold. He has a ready smile, an infectious laugh, and an inquisitive mind. While in school, Adam is an attentive student, as well as a conscientious worker. He always gives his best to his studies and is not afraid of an academic challenge. Outside of school, Adam participates in scouts, where he has earned both a Bobcat Badge and a Wolf Badge. He loves sports and plays both soccer and baseball, where he takes his place either in the outfield or infield as catcher. Not only athletic, but creative, Adam has studied piano for the past four years. According to his parents, "Adam is a very responsible older brother and can be trusted to do many things on his own. He is always watching out for his brothers, making sure they are safe." Adam is a kindhearted individual who is always ready to lend a helping hand to his family, friends, classmates, and teachers. Adam, we are very proud of you!
4th grade Christian of the Month for November is
Cara Rehnert
. Cara is a good student and always tries her best. She is kind and respectful to both the students and adults she sees at school. She is always willing to help others who may need it. When Cara is not at school, she swims with the Tamaqua Blue Waves and plays SJRS CYO volleyball. Cara also practices dance at Sabo School of Irish Dance. She has been a student there for four years and reached the preliminary championship level this year. She is preparing for the Mid Atlantic Oireachtas where she will compete in a 4 hand ceili and also do a solo. Cara is a member of the West Penn Junior troop #30148 and volunteered at the St. Joseph of the Panther Valley parish picnic. She has 3 brothers. Colin is a senior at Marian, Corey is a junior at Marian, and Connor is in seventh grade at St. Jerome Regional School. Cara also has a dog named Toby.
J
ames Gelatko
is Christian of the Month for November. James has been a part of our SJRS family since Kindergarten. He is friendly to his classmates and is very creative. James works very hard in school and is always willing to help his classmates and teacher. Outside of school, James altar serves at St. John XXIII and participates in CYO cross country. He also enjoys spending time with family friends. Congratulations James!
The Sixth Grade Christian of the Month is
Hayden McGlone
. Hayden works very hard in class and is well liked by his classmates and teachers. Hayden is an avid video gamer. He loves playing online with his friends. He also loves sketching and drawing. He loves to play basketball and watch YouTube videos. Hayden's greatest enjoyment comes from his dogs, Gunner and Brutus. Hayden enjoys science and wants to be an engineer. He is loving, smart, articulate, and empathetic. Congratulations, Hayden!
Alexandra Feller
is the 7th Grade Christian of the Month. In the classroom, Alexandra is a hard worker who completes all her assignments in a timely manner. She is very organized and produces complete, neatly done work. She voluntarily helps to keep the classroom clean. She is polite and courteous to everyone she meets. Outside of school, Alexandra participates in gymnastics at Tumble with Denise. She is a Level 6 State gymnastics competitor who participated in two State Games of America in Michigan and Virginia. She is a big sister to Gabrielle. Congratulations, Alexandra!
Julia Meiss
has been chosen as the 8th grade Christian of the Month. Julia is a hard-working, conscientious student, and is outgoing and friendly towards everyone. Currently serving as the SJRS Student Council President, Julia is working hard to bring new activities for the students. Julia is involved in the following activities: two year member of the IU 29 STEM Competition, five year member of the SJRS CYO Volleyball Team, five year member of the Anthracite Volleyball Club , six year member of the Tamaqua Area Softball Team, and one year member of the West Penn Softball Team. She is also involved in community service by giving service to her parish, All Saint's in McAdoo, serving as an altar server. Julia enjoys volunteering at the St. Joseph of the Panther Valley Vacation Bible School in Summit Hill. She plans on attending Marian High School next year. Congratulations, Julia!
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Peace Poster Contest
Congratulations to the winners of the McAdoo Lions Club Peace Poster Contest.
First Place-
Emma Ashfield
, 8th Grade
Second Place-
Alyssa Porambo
, 7th Grade
Honorable Mention-
Kaden Krajcirik
, 5th Grade
The winners will be honored at a Lions Club Dinner taking place in December. Thank you to the students who participated and congratulations to the winners!
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American Legion Post 123 coloring contest
Pictured are the winners of the American Legion Post 123 coloring contest. The children were asked to color a picture that will be sent to the local VA hospitals and homes. The winners received a $20 Walmart Gift Card, a certificate and a candy bar.
First row:
Sarah McGinley, Brayden Sanzi, Maci Huseby
and
Sean McHale
. Back Row: Post 123 Second Vice Commander
Art Williams, Lilly Gallagher, Viktoriya Chepelska,
Levi McCullion
and Post 123 Adjutant Deputy Commander
Richard Pogwist
. Missing from picture,
Janna Varner
, was also a winner of the contest.
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CYO SPELLING BEE WINNERS
Congratulations to the following SJRS students who placed in the District 5 CYO Spelling Bee:
Albin Petschauer
, 8th grade, 3rd place
Connor Rehnert
, 7th grade, 2nd place
James Gomez
, 6th grade, 2nd place
Anthony Aguirre
, 7th grade 3rd place
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2019-2020 Student Ambassadors
Congratulations to the 2019-2020 SJRS Student Ambassadors!
Front row left to right:
Caitlyn Kovatch
Alexandra Feller
Megan Reaman
Carley Hasara
Connor Rehnert
Back row left to right:
Anthony Odorizzi
Abigail Kluck
Jakob Mummey- Lead Ambassador
Manda Smarr Beers Advisor,
Brady Bobrowski- Lead Ambassador
Mackenna Jacobs
Julia Meiss
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Geography Bee
SJRS will participate in the National Geographic Bee. The contest is designed to motivate students to learn about the world and how it works. Students in grades four through eight are eligible for this challenging competition. The preliminary competition was held in individual classrooms in November. The final competition to determine a school champion will be held on November 22nd. Good luck to all our students!
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Register for the 2020-2021 School Year
Early re-registration started October 28th. Our priority remains to our current families, and to reward your dedication to St. Jerome Regional School, we are happy to offer you a discounted enrollment fee again this year. We will be operating on a first come, first serve basis and we strongly encourage our current families to take advantage of the early enrollment period, as we expect waitlists for several grades next year.
Discounted Enrollment Fees for Current Families Only:
Enroll by February 1
st
(End of CSW): $100.00 per child
Enroll after February 1
st
: $125.00 per child
Enrollment Fees for New Families:
Open enrollment starts December 3rd: $125.00 per child
Please complete the 2020-2021 re-registration form. Once complete, please return it to the office along with the non-refundable re-registration fee to make the most of the discount period.
Thank you for helping us follow our mission and
“live fearlessly through faith”
here at St. Jerome Regional School and for being such a vital part of our school community!
The re-registration forms are also located on our school website at this
link
.
Please see our
SJRS Facebook page
to view our SJRS video's and share with your family and friends!
Thank you to all the families who registered already! We currently have
232 Students
registered for 2020-2021! That is 93% of our current students!
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Gift Certificates and Scrip Certificates
These are great ways to help with tuition costs. Information is enclosed in the family envelope. If you have any questions please call the office. Many people are saving hundreds of dollars in tuition by purchasing certificates. Certificates are sold from the school office daily during school hours and scrip orders are taken on Tuesdays.
There will be no Scrip orders on November 26th.
Tuition Chance
This year we will again sell tuition chances to help you win money toward your tuition bill. The chances are $1 each, and paper slips are in the family envelope. If you want to purchase the chance, fill out the slip and enclose money in an envelope marked tuition chance. This is not a fundraiser. All money collected will be awarded to the winning student’s tuition account. If your tuition is fully paid, credit will be applied to next year’s bill.
The winner for November is
Madison Greene
in Kindergarten
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The amount of tuition credit is
$146
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T
hank you to all who took chances. Slips are enclosed for next month’s drawing which will be on
November 18th.
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Little Lions Preschool news
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REMINDERS
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- There is a 12:00 dismissal on Tuesday, November 26th.
- There is NO SCHOOL on November 27th, 28th, 29th and December 2nd. School reopens on December 3rd.
- The 1st Trimester ends November 22nd. Report Cards will be sent home on December 4th.
- We have sent home the updated December calendar in the communication envelopes today. Please be sure to check it for all important dates.
- Santa’s Secret Shop- Students should come to Santa Shop with their money in an envelope. Please indicate who they are shopping for. Each item is $2.
- Due to Santa’s Secret Shop, students will be permitted to wear Christmas Clothing or Red/Green dress down clothing on both days.
- Students in grades PreK, K, 1 and 2 can shop on Monday, December 9th.
- Students in grades PreK, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 can shop on Tuesday, December 10th.
- PSP will also be at school for pictures with Santa on December 10th from 9:30AM-11:30AM. Picture re-take day is also on December 10th. Students who are having their pictures taken are permitted to dress down. Picture retakes are 8:45AM-9:30AM
- Christmas vacation – December 23rd- January 1st. School reopens January 2nd.
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December Missions –
Our mission project for the months of November & December will be two-fold and support our local community.
Students in grades Kindergarten through 4 are asked to bring in items for the “Birth Rite “Tree sponsored by the St. Vincent DePaul Society.
Items needed include: Newborn to 4T clothing for girls and boys, crib sheets, sleepers, blankets, onsies, disposable diapers, diaper bags, socks/booties, baby towels and wash cloths, baby wipes, shampoo & soap, pacifiers, bibs and bottles.
Items will be accepted until December 13th then given to the Schuylkill County Birth Rite for distribution to clients throughout the year.
Students in Grades 5-8 will once again participate in the Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program.
New, unwrapped toys will be accepted until December 6th.
May God bless you for your generosity during this Christmas Season.
We will also have a dress down day for all students on December 5th. A $1.00 donation or more is appreciated to help an SJRS family in need.
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The faculty, staff and administration ask for your continued prayers, support, cooperation and dedication to Catholic education. If you have any questions or concerns, you can call the school office at 570-668-2757. We will be happy to help you! Thank you for being part of the SJRS Family! Thank you for all the sacrifices you make to send your child to this school! In order to save time and money, we will continue to use email to communicate with you. If you have an email address, please check it and look for our messages. If you are not receiving our e-newsletters, please send a note to the office to be added to the email list.
God bless you and your families,
Mrs. Amy M. Hannis-Miskar, Principal
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SAVE THE DATE!
This year we will be launching our 2nd annual day of online giving on
December 17th
! More information to follow for #SpreadtheSpirit
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Crazy Christmas Day Clothing Flyer Below
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The Christmas Program is the same program for each date.
If you have children in multiple grades, you can choose one of the dates to attend.
Children should wear Christmas Attire or Dress Uniforms for each show/
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A Message from the Home and School Association
HSA Board:
President- Kathy Reaman
Vice-President- Kelly Kisenwether
Secretary- Megan DeAngelo
Treasurer- Billie Jo Wetterau
Coordinator of Fundraising Activities- Karen Weicker
Coordinator of Outreach- Amanda Ogozalek
Click
here
to view the SJRS HSA Fall Event Schedule 2019
Click
here
to view the SJRS HSA Resources on our SJRS Website.
Click
here
to view the SJRS HSA Facebook Page.
Click
here
to view the HSA parent resources that are shared at our meetings
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A Message from Saint Jerome Regional CYO
Click
here
v
iew the SJR CYO Facebook Page
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A Message from Marian Catholic High School
Enrollment Update:
We have been accepting Applications for the Class of 2024. Our Shadowing Program is in full swing. If you know of anyone interested in participating in the shadowing program, please ask them to call the school or contact the admissions office at admissions@mariancatholichs.org to get more information about the program and set up a date to shadow. If you know of anyone interested in attending Marian next year, please extend an invitation to them to come and see what Marian is all about through one of our visitation programs.
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Check us out on Twitter by clicking above!
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Let Us Pray
Almighty God,
We give you our school.
We give you all the teachers and staff who work here.
We give you all the children who study here.
We pray our school would be a place of great discovery, adventure and creativity.
May it be a place where we love to learn and where we learn to love.
A place where everyone is respected and all are deeply valued.
We ask this through Jesus Christ Our Lord.
Amen
Let us pray for:
Our school family
Your continued prayers, support, cooperation and dedication to Catholic education.
Your continued kind words toward each other.
Email your prayer requests to
altssj@ptd.net
or send a note to the office.
We will list the names that you would like us to pray for in our monthly newsletters.
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Information and Flyers for Parents
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