Dear Parents,

Everybody complains about the weather but no one ever does anything about it.

Well, we did this week (sort of). We ignored the weather and had a spectacular week at school. Our youngest students in kindergarten got into the full swing of things after only being with us for half a day last week and our middle school completed the fall Scantron testing during the past two days. And, everyone else in between got settled in with new classes and new teachers. It looks like next week will be a more pleasant one to be outside and we already have classes lining up to use the Outdoor Classroom (one intrepid class used it this week for a short time). The joy and energy and hope and exuberance of the children bring this building back to life after a summer of slumber. Overall, it has been a very smooth entrance to the school year.

As I mentioned before we returned, the scandal in the church has shaken our faith, literally, over the summer. But Blessed Sacrament remains strong and it is increasingly evident that we have a capacity to create a true community here that supports and encourages each other. We will continue to provide opportunities to grow in the faith, ever mindful of the increased challenges that we face. Please note that Fr. Foley will be holding a 'town meeting' on September 16 at 2:00 PM in the gym to allow the school/parish community to share thoughts and feelings about the Pennsylvania report and the news about Cardinal McCarrick.

I look forward to seeing everyone next week either Tuesday or Thursday (or both) for our Back to School Nights. Tuesday is for K-5 and Thursday is for middle school. Please come prepared to sign up to volunteer for one of the many school events this year and please remember, this is an evening for adults only, students and other children may not attend.
 
Faithfully,
Chris Kelly

September 10 - 14 is a B week
for lunch duty.   
 
Hot lunch is $22.50 for the week.  
 
Click here to sign up for lunch duty.
Click here to download the lunch menu.
Click here to order lunch online.
 
BSS Back to School BBQ!
TOMORROW, Saturday,  
September 8
6:30pm
 
Please join us for the Back to School Bash!
Catch up with old friends and make new ones over drinks and BBQ!

All proceeds to support the
BSS Home and School Association!

Where: The Luongo's
3701 Underwood Street
Chevy Chase, MD 20815

  Click here to order your ticket now!
Blessed Sacrament Youth Group Outing at Pinstripes
Free bowling, bocce, food and friends!

Sunday, September 9th
7-9PM

11920 Grand Park Ave,
North Bethesda, MD 20852

REQUIRED ONLINE REGISTRATION! Click here to register.


Tuesday, September 11: Grades K-5
Thursday, September 13: Grades 6-8

Being a parent at Blessed Sacrament should be fun, and this night always is!  Parents, this is your night to see old friends, make new ones, find out what's in store for your child(ren) this year, and learn how you can make a difference at BSS!!  Be sure to visit our volunteer activity tables and sign up to get involved!

The Uniform Exchange will be open during Back to School Nights!

Schedule:
  • 6:30 -7 pm - Refreshments and volunteer fair in the gym
  • 7- 7:25 pm - Remarks from Principal Chris Kelly and Home and School President, Grace McNicholas.
  • 7:25 pm - Adjournment
  • 7:30 pm - Sessions with homeroom teachers/advisors begin.  
-Tuesday: There will be two 25 minute sessions in the homeroom classrooms with a 5 minute break between sessions. The second session is an opportunity to meet with a second student's teacher.  If you only have one student, you only need to attend one session. (7: 30 - 7:55 & 8:00 - 8:25 pm)
 
-Thursday: There will by eight short sessions beginning with advisory where student schedules will be distributed to parents to follow throughout the evening; giving parents a chance to meet all their child's teachers. There will be a few minutes for each class change. There will be bells to help keep everyone on schedule. (7:30 - 9:15 pm) 
 
   
Things to Know:
  • Back to School Night is for parents only.
  • Parents may park on the blacktop and enter through the gym doors.
  • Each teacher will provide an overview of the class curriculum and expectations, and answer as many parent questions as time permits.
CLIP Box Tops from your groceries. 
DROP Box Tops at the front office. 
SUPPORT our school!!
CALLING ALL STUDENT VOLUNTEERS!

We need your help this
weekend September 8 & 9 to collect school supplies for the St. Thomas More School Supply Drive.

Saturday 5:30pm & all Sunday masses

Service hours offered. Sign up for one or more masses.  Arrive 15 mins before mass and leave after communion. Locations: church entrances. 
 
For more information and to sign up, please contact Pat Kavanaugh in the Social Concerns Office, at 202.449.3987 or pkavanaugh@blessedsacramentdc.org.

Every fall parents in each grade gather for a Class  Social . These fun parties are a great   BSS   tradition which allows parents to mingle, catch up with old friends, and meet new ones. A family in each grade hosts the  social  for the entire class at their home. Details and invitation will be forthcoming.
 
  • Kindergarten - TBD 
  • 1st - Friday, November 2nd - Hosted by Nellie and Seth Benhard
  • 2nd - Saturday, October 20th - Hosted by Ashley and Jeremy Allen
  • 3rd - Friday, September 21st - Hosted by Ashley and Bentley Storm
  • 4th - TBD 
  • 5th -  Saturday, October 20th - Hosted by Michele and Jorge Costa
  • 6th - TBD 
  • 7th - Friday, October 19 - Hosted by Alicia and Will Peppo
  • 8th - TBD - Hosted by Stephanie and Darren Linnartz

Welcome back to the new school year! We look forward to many more happy, creative afternoons with our aspiring artists in After School Art this year. 

After School Art offers a fun, supportive environment to develop creative and critical thinking skills and friendships, while exploring a variety of artists and materials such as clay, paint, pastel, and drawing!

Classes begin the week of September 11th and run in 9 week sessions through the end of the school year. 

Students will be picked up in the gym at dismissal and brought to the Art room.

Kindergarten: Wednesday 3:10- 4:15pm
1st & 2nd Grade: Thursday 3:10 - 4:45
3rd - 8th Grade: Tuesday 3:10 - 4:45
 
Cost is $235. All supplies and snacks included.
Forms are also available in school lobby. No special skills needed.

Questions, please contact the art teacher, Judy Kearns, at jkearns@blessedsacramentdc.org.  

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