Parent Newsletter: 4/15/2019
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A Message from the Dean of Academics /
Lower School Director
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Dear Parents,
On behalf of the faculty and administration, I am pleased to present to you the findings of the school-wide Homework Survey! Thank you for your patience as we culled the mountain of data generated by the survey.
To begin, I’d like once again to thank the many parents who took the time to participate in the survey as well as those who volunteered to transfer the written data to electronic data, allowing for easier reporting. A special thanks goes to Mrs. Teresa Taggart who, with homework survey experience at a previous school, helped to design surveys, enter extensive amounts of data, and provide the reports.
We are providing three PDF files (see links below): the first is a quick summary or snapshot of the data, and the second is an opportunity to review the data more extensively. Both files provide helpful tables and graphs that break-down information into averages. The third is a letter that provides and overview of the surveys and some perspective from school administration on the results.
Thank you again for your patience on receiving the results of the Homework Survey. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me or any member of the administration. As we enter Holy Week and reflect on Christ’s passion and death, I pray that we all can grow in deeper in the Theological Virtues of Faith, Hope, and Charity.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Mr. Michael Adkins
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Aggies Represent at Quiz Bowl Individual Player National Championship in Chicago!
Jacob Taggart '23 and Robert Bushee '23 represented Saint Agnes in Chicago at the first-ever Middle School Quiz Bowl Individual Player National Championship Tournament (IPNCT)! Of the 85 participants, only 5 were from Minnesota (including Jacob and Robert). We are proud of their great representation of our school! Go Aggies!
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The Art of Manliness: Lenten Woodworking Afternoon - Tuesday, April 16
All 4th-6th grade boys enrolled at Saint Agnes School and their father's are welcome to join Mr. Gockowski for a time of conversation and camaraderie while crafting a Lenten woodworking project. Previous experience in using tools or wood is not necessary - come and learn something new! Join in Room 260 at 3:15 PM this Tuesday, April 16.
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Passion Play at Saint Agnes School -
Wednesday, April 17
Prepare for the Sacred Triduum by joining us for this
Saint Agnes Holy Week tradition
! The 6th grade class, assisted by 1st grade actors, have been working hard to prepare for this beautiful and solemn performance. Please join us on Wednesday, April 17 at 1:00 PM in the Helene Houle Auditorium as we reflect on the Lord’s Passion. Questions may be directed to
Ms. Claire Kirsch
.
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K-6 Virtue Assembly - Friday, April 26
Grade 4 will lead this month's virtue assembly on Justice. Please join us in the Helene Houle Auditorium at 10:00 AM on Friday, April 26!
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Don Bosco Holy Hour with Special Prayer for Grades 5-6 - Friday, April 26
Join us from 2:00-3:00 PM every Friday afternoon for
Eucharistic Adoration
in the lower church chapel to pray for our school! Special prayer intentions will be offered this week for grades 5-6.
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Opening Night of
Newsies
Next Week - Friday, April 26
Limited tickets still available for the six performances of our spring musical! You won't want to miss this story of the 1899 strike by the child paper peddlers against the New York newspaper owners. Save your seats and
purchase tickets through our online box office
today! Please contact our Main Office with questions at 651-925-8702.
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RESCHEDULED: 7-12 Upper School Grandparents Day - Thursday, May 9
Due to April 11th's unexpected winter weather system, we have postponed Upper School Grandparent’s Day until Thursday, May 9. Our schedule for May 9 will be very similar to the schedule originally intended for April 11.
Please RSVP for the new date
as soon as you can. More details available on our
website
!
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Spring Sports Picture Day -
Thursday, April 18
Team and individual pictures for all spring sports will be taken Thursday, April 18, beginning at 3:15 PM, at West Minnehaha Park. All athletes will have their individual photo taken regardless of whether they order or not.
If it rains on Thursday, we will move pictures inside to Bandas Gym. Paper order forms are available in the main school office and athletic office. You can order prints online
HERE
.
One of the most popular items is found in the a la cart menu: “Item Q Sportsmate.”
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Aggie Apparel Discount through Sideline Store
Now through Saturday, April 27, use code
SPRING19
at checkout to receive 15% off when you place an order of $85 or more. Visit our Sideline Store
here
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Students, athletes, parents, alumni, and fans can now purchase their favorite custom logo'd apparel at a great price. Pick your product, pick your color, add your favorite Aggie logo, and it ships directly to your front door. Sideline Stores operate 24/7 and is supported by an expert customer service team.
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Come Support Our Aggie Athletes this Week!
(M) April 15:
Baseball
vs. Nativity at West Mini
(Grade 6, 4:00 PM)
Postponed
Softball
vs. St. Joe's Rosemount at Erickson Park
(Grade 8, 4:00 PM)
Postponed
Baseball
vs. Liberty Classical Academy at Polar Lake Park
(Varsity 4:30 PM)
Rescheduled to 4-16
Softball
vs. Henry Sibley at West Mini
(JV 4:30 PM)
Postponed
Softball
vs. Henry Sibley at West Mini Field #4 (Varsity 4:30 PM)
(T) April 16:
Baseball
at Community of Saints Regional Catholic School
(Grade 8, 3:45 PM)
Postponed
Track & Field
All Meet at Fridley High School (4:15 PM)
Baseball
vs. Liberty Classical Academy at West Mini (Varsity 4:30 PM)
Rescheduled from 4-15
Boys Lacrosse
vs. Roseville Area at Minnehaha Academy South Campus
(JV 4:30 PM; Varsity 6:00 PM)
Cancelled
Softball
vs. Minnehaha Academy at West Mini (JV 4:30 PM)
(W) April 17:
Baseball
vs. Nativity at Highland Park Little League
(Grade 7, 3:30 PM)
Postponed
Softball
at Presentation Grade School
(Grade 6, 4:00 PM)
Postponed
Baseball
vs. Academy of Holy Angels at
McMurray Field
Academy of Holy Angels
(JV 4:15 PM)
Location Changed
Baseball
vs. Academy of Holy Angels at West Mini (Varsity 4:15 PM)
Softball
at Columbia Heights HS (Varsity 4:30 PM)
Baseball
vs. Highland Catholic at Lumen Christi Large Field
(Grade 5, 5:15 PM)
Postponed
(R) April 18: Boys Lacrosse vs. Blake at the Blake School - Hopkins (JV 6:00 PM)
at Minnehaha Academy South Campus (JV 4:30 PM)
Time & Location Changed
Softball
vs. Harding at West Mini (JV 4:30 PM)
Boys Lacrosse
at the Blake School - Hopkins (Varsity 7:30 PM)
(S) April 20:
Boys Lacrosse
vs. Simley at St. Croix Lutheran (JV 1:30 PM; Varsity 3:00 PM)
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Gentlemen's Afternoon at the Pub -
Saturday, June 8
Limited space still available for this special event buy-in offered at our Red & White Benefit! Accompany our Headmaster Dr. Ferdinandt to downtown St. Paul for a burger and a pint on the patio at Burger Moe's on West 7th Street. Cigars and cribbage boards will be available for those who wish to partake in a stogie or participate in some friendly competition while solving the world's problems. Cost is $75 per person. Please contact
Mary Appel
for more information.
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Ladies Evening on the Lake -
Thursday, July 11
Limited space still available for this special event buy-in offered at our Red & White Benefit! Spend a summer evening on the shores of Turtle Lake in Shoreview for an enjoyable evening complete with heavy appetizers, desserts and cocktails. Cruise beautiful Turtle Lake on the pontoon, sit by the fire, and enjoy the sunset while taking some time for you! Cost is $100 per person. Please contact
Mary Appel
for more information.
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Summer Series Weekly Layout Available:
Plan 3 Great Months for the Whole Family!
Coordinating many schedules? Checkout our 2019
Summer Series Calendar
and see the weekly layout for three months of camps and courses. Students K-12 (from all schools) are invited to play sports, perform Shakespeare, read great books, conduct science experiments, hike in local parks, and so much more! (Need not be Saint Agnes students to participate). Adults can join the fun too, with classes on knowing and defending Catholic teaching, St. Francis de Sales’
Introduction to the Devout Life
, and opportunities to paint and sip! Full course and camp descriptions are available on
our website
.
Register online
today!
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Totus Tuus
at Maternity of Mary
Saint Agnes will not be holding VBS this summer, but an alternative will take place nearby as Maternity of Mary hosts the Archdiocesan program
Totus Tuus
(Latin for “Totally Yours”), a fun and energetic parish-based catechetical program. Led by college students and seminarians, programming will take place for students in grades 1-6 on June 17-21 and grades 7-12 on June 16-20. Cost is $45 per student with a family maximum of $120.
Registration and additional details available online
. For questions, please contact
Austin Busse
at 651-489-8825 ext 406.
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Servants of the Cross offer Living Stations -
Good Friday, April 19
The “Servants of the Cross” group (comprised of students and parishioners from across the Archdiocese, including Saint Agnes), will re-enact the Passion of Jesus Christ on Good Friday, April 19. Join their 21st annual Living Stations
at 9:00 AM at the Church of St. Peter - North St. Paul (2600 N. Margaret St.), 12:00 PM at Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Maplewood (1725 Kennard St.), and 7:00 PM at Church of the Blessed Sacrament - St. Paul (2119 Stillwater Ave. E.).
View the flyer
or
visit their website
for more information.
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Taste of Lebanon Dinner at St. Maron Catholic Church - Sunday, April 28
St. Maron Maronite Catholic Church will be holding its annual Taste of Lebanon Dinner from 11:30 AM - 5:30 PM on Sunday, April 28 at 602 University Ave NE, Minneapolis. Come and enjoy an authentic complete Lebanese dinner featuring baked and raw kibbe, rice with green beans and meat, hummus, garlic sauce salad, pita bread, and baklawa. Free coffee, water, and pop. Cash bar with wine, beer, and Lebanese Arak. Cost is $8 for children (4-12) and $17 for adults.
Buy tickets online
or pick up at St. Maron's parish office.
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QUICK LINKS FROM PAST WEEKS
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Allow families the chance to send their children to the school that is the best fit for them! Learn more about how to talk to our legislators about
supporting school choice.
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Forming Catholic Hearts & Minds in Faith, Reason, & Virtue
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