Dear Parents,
Parents are the first to teach their children to pray in the multiple ways that Jesus prayed. Jesus prayed on the spot – spontaneously, in the midst of ordinary circumstances. Scripture tells us that Jesus also prayed in the synagogue, alone on the mountaintop, at meals with friends, at the Last Supper, within earshot of his apostles in the Garden of his agony, and from the cross. He prayed formally and informally; vocally and mentally; in solitude and in common. He prayed long and short prayers. In all Jesus united his mind and heart with God the Father. Prayer is merely a conversation with the One who loves us more than we can believe!
At Corpus Christi School this year, your child has experienced prayer in many forms. We begin each day as a school community with prayer and many grades have personal prayers they say following the community prayer. Pope Francis declared this liturgical year a dedication to Saint Joseph. This past month we prayed the Prayer to Saint Joseph. In addition, each day before lunch the children thank God for the gift of food. The Stations of the Cross were prayed each Friday in Lent. The Act of Contrition is prayed to end each day and a student says a prayer of Thanksgiving or gratitude. The Memorare is prayed during the months of October and May as a way to pay tribute to Mary, the Mother of our Lord Jesus. The Rosary, led by the eighth grade students is recited each month. The children lead a life of abundant prayer!
Peace,
Mrs. Ann T. Sarpu
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May Dates
May 1 First Holy Communion
May 3-7 Iowa Assessments
May 5 Golf Dress Down Day- $10 Donation
May 7 First Friday Mass
May 13 Ascension Thursday; Holy Day of Obligation: Mass
May 18 Open House: 6:00 P.M.-7:30 P.M. (New Families) May 19 Birthday Dress Down
May 21 Rosary prayed 9:00 A.M.
May 28 Early Dismissal
May 31 No School; Memorial Day
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GOLF DRESS DOWN DAY
We are excited that Fore the Children, the Corpus Christi School Golf Tournament, is rapidly approaching. The raffle portion of the tournament brings in a large portion of the money we raise for the school. To help us raise as much money as possible for our great school, we are holding a special dress down day on Wednesday, May 5. We ask that each family brings in a $10 gift card or a $10 donation so we can build amazing raffle prizes. Thank you in advance for your support of this year's tournament!
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EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES & AMAZING PRIZES
Would you like to win a pizza and ice cream party for your child’s class?
Perhaps you’re looking for a beautiful flat screen television?
Or how about getting a dumpster to tackle that big project you’re taking on?
These are just a few of the amazing prizes that you could win at dinner after the Golf Tournament. We are just a month away from this exciting event!! Come join the fun, you don’t have to be a golfer. Dinner tickets are just $50 which includes a cocktail reception and delicious meal. If you or anyone you know is interested in golfing at the exclusive and challenging Wampanoag Country Club, spots are still available. Enjoy a day on the links and support our great school!! If you don’t golf but have some time available to lend a hand at the event, we’d appreciate your help. For more information, please contact Coleen Antico at cantico@corpuschristischoolct.org or call 860-529-5487. We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, June 1st!!
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SPRING OPEN HOUSE
We are thrilled to share that we will be holding a special Spring Open House for prospective students and their families on Tuesday, May 18th from 6 – 7:30 P.M. You, our current families, are truly our best ambassadors. Please share this information with your friends, family, neighbors, and work colleagues who may be looking for a different option for their students. Tours will be available; faculty and parents will be on hand to answer questions. COVID protocols will be followed and we request that families register in advance. If you have any questions, please contact Coleen Antico at cantico@corpuschristischoolct.org or call her at 860-529-5487. Thanks so much for spreading the good news about our great school!
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Calling All Knitters/Crocheters ! |
We need your help to make Prayer Shawls for the 8th Grade graduating class. Call the office at 860-529-5487 for more information. |
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Corpus Christi Summer Extension |
The Corpus Christi Summer Extension is now accepting students. Please click HERE to see the exciting schedule of activities. Select your weeks, days, and times. We're a summer camp that fits your precise schedule!
Register now, pay later!
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Dear Parents/Guardians,
Please be aware of the following requirements for students entering Kindergarten and 7th Grade:
To All 6th Grade Families:
All students entering 7th grade MUST have a school physical prior to entering 7th Grade that includes a Meningitis Vaccine and a TDAP. If your child has had a physical for 6th Grade dated after 9/1/2020, I can accept that for 7th Grade as well. I would appreciate it if you could send it in to me prior to the end of School in June. Please remember to fill out the entire Health Assessment Record Parent Questionnaire (and sign page one), which is required by the State of CT.
To All Children Entering Kindergarten This Fall:
All students entering Kindergarten this Fall MUST have a School Physical prior to entering Kindergarten. I can accept a Health Physical dated after 9/1/2020 that includes an updated Polio, DTAP, 2nd MMR and Varicella Vaccinations. I would appreciate it if you could send it to me prior to the end of School in June. Please remember to fill out the entire Health Assessment Record Parent Questionnaire (and sign page one), which is required by the State of CT.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Cowan RN BS
Corpus Christi School Nurse
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It is imperative that everyone follow new or updated Health Guidelines that are written in the Monday Memo every Monday. We are doing everything we can to keep the School open and safe for all but we need everyone to be informed as things are changing weekly. Please refer to Travel restrictions under ct.gov/coronavirus if you plan to travel to other States in the coming weeks for updated restrictions. Anyone that travels to a red zone State must quarantine for 10 days or obtain a PCR COVID test prior to return to School.
A rapid test will not be accepted.
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Teacher Appreciation Week May 3rd - May 7th
Thank you to the CCS teachers, faculty, and staff for all of your hard work, you’re doing an amazing job! We hope you have a great week and enjoy the treats we have planned for you.
Thank you to the volunteers who organized Teacher Appreciation Week: Diane Bairos, Richard DiNinni, Carmela Indomenico, Margaret Lallier, Melissa Martin, Giuliana Rivero, and Cristina Tomas-Santos.
Thank you to Margaret Lallier for providing breakfast to teachers, faculty, and staff to welcome them back to school after April vacation.
Thank you to Jennie Piazza (Munson’s), Diane Bairos (Munson’s), Kerry O’Neal (Double Good Popcorn), and Kelly Bucchi (Cherrydale) for your help with HSA fundraisers.
Parents, to show your appreciation, please have your child(ren) make cards for their teachers and bring them to school on Thursday, May 6th. Create your own cards or use the template below.
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BOX TOPS NEWS
Join me in earning cash for our school by using the Box Tops app. It’s an easy way to make a difference. All you have to do is buy Box Tops participating products (like Cheerios!) and scan your grocery receipt. Box Tops are worth $.10 each and they add up fast! Twice a year, our school receives a check to help pay for whatever we need -
equipment, supplies or experiences the kids love!
Use this referral code SN197TWU when you sign up and you’ll get 30 Bonus Box Tops when you scan your first receipt now through 02/17/2021, while supplies last! Download the Box Tops for Education app here:
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