ST. VERONICA PARISH SCHOOL
Thursday Newsletter 9-9-2021
COMING UP...

Saturday, September 11
8th Grade Car Wash
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Thursday, September 23
Th/F Preschool Picture Day

Tuesday, September 28
Picture Day

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QUICK LINKS FOR H.S. OPEN HOUSES & 8TH GRADE SHADOWING
Dear Parents,

Welcome to the end of the second week of school. I am thankful the weather has been so cooperative. I do understand, though, that we may have some heat headed our way next week. I am sure we can persevere through it with not too many disruptions to the schedule. Please remind your students to bring their water bottle with them so they can stay hydrated. 
 
I have been floating around the building during these first few days and I have seen 2nd graders practicing their typing in computer class; 7th graders learning how to add and subtract negative and positive integers; 6th graders learning about geography and how landforms can help humans make decisions on where to settle; 5th graders reading “Sign of the Beaver” and learning about third person narratives; and 4th graders doing paper mache as the first step to creating a 3-D globe. Many things are happening around the building and students and teachers are settling in and learning how this new year will go. Be sure to ask your child specific questions about what happens at school - "What was the best part of the day?" and "What was the one thing you remember learning or doing today?"
 
VIRTUES IN PRACTICE
Our Virtues in Practice program is a three year long process focusing on the Theological Virtues of Faith, Hope and Charity (Love). Our first year is focused on Faith. You should have received a Parent Handbook for the Virtues in Practice Program containing a focus for each month of this school year complete with family activities you can do at all age levels.
 
During the Month of September, we are highlighting the virtue of FAITH. The definition of that virtue is “Believing in God and all He has revealed”. The students in PK to 2nd grade will be learning about St. Martha, grades 3-5 will learn about St. Jerome, and grades 6-8 will learn about St. Augustine. 
 
The students will also be reciting the Act of Faith at the end of each day this school year:
 
O my God, I firmly believe that you are one God in three divine Persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. I believe that your divine Son became man and died for our sins and that he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe these and all the truths which the Holy Catholic Church teaches because you have revealed them who are eternal truth and wisdom, who can neither deceive nor be deceived. In this faith I intend to live and die. Amen.
 
Yesterday at Mass, Fr. Del blessed the students’ Kindness Journals where they write and reflect on their faith during the school year. These journals follow the student through their grades here at St. Veronica and as they fill up, the students take them home and start a new one at school. Ask your child about his/her Kindness Journal.
 
HELP NEEDED
We have discovered that we could use some additional hands in two areas around the school building. 
  1. We are in need of a preschool aide for 16.5 hours each week. The times are Mon., Tues., and Wed., from 7:45 to 9:45 and Thursday and Friday from 7:45 to 1pm.
  2. We are looking for an aide in 4th grade to help a student stay focused on work and to be a general help around the classroom. This position is for 25 hours each week - from 9am to 2pm every day.
 
The perfect candidate for either position is someone who is calm and patient. Some background in education is a definite plus. If you are interested in either of these positions please contact the school office. You will need to be in Safe Parish, and undergo a background and fingerprint check. If you work in the preschool, there may be other classes you will need to take. The parish will reimburse you for these expenses.
 
COVID UPDATE
Currently, we have 4 students and 1 teacher under quarantine due to close contact exposure outside of school.
MUSIC NEWS
St. Veronica School has one of the best elementary & middle school music programs around! It's a known fact that participating in a musical ensemble can help a child's growth in so many ways - from building self-esteem, learning team working skills, and even improved grades in school! We're excited to kick off each of our exciting music groups this year. Please read the information below about each ensemble and click on the links to download the registration form (when available). If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Gardner (agardner@stveronica.org). 

Vocal Ensemble (Grades 5-8) After another exciting year where our school choir earned their highest competition score ever, the VE is back again this year and ready to make some great harmonies! Rehearsals begin on Monday, September 13 after school until 4:45PM in the gym. Click HERE for more information. Registration forms are DUE TOMORROW.

Advanced Band (Grades 6-8) The Advanced Band will return to the music room for rehearsals this year. Any student in grades 5-8 with at least one year experience on an instrument are eligible to join the Advanced Band. Our first rehearsal is on Tuesday, September 14 after school until 4:30PM. Click HERE for more information. Registration forms are DUE TOMORROW.

Beginning Band (Grades 4-5) Since we were unable to hold Beginning Band last year, our Beginning Band will consist of students from both 4th and 5th grade this year. Students will meet on Wednesday, September 9 to learn more about each of the band instruments and we will hold an evening meeting for parents on Tuesday, September 14 @6:30PM to learn more details about participating in the band as well as the process of renting an instrument. Look for more information to come home with 4th and 5th grade students soon!

Dynamix Show Choir (Grades 7-8) Students interested in participating in Dynamix Show Choir must be a member of the Vocal Ensemble. Look for more information to come home in the coming weeks from interested students.

Frozen Jr. - Our spring musical this year will be Disney's Frozen Jr! Auditions will begin in October and information is still being put together for this. However, we are looking for some parents to help co-lead the Set Building Committee this year. If you're interested in this exciting opportunity, please contact Mr. Gardner.
8th GRADE CAR WASH - THIS SATURDAY!
Come get your car washed AND support our 8th grade class fundraiser on Saturday, September 11th from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the parking lot in front of the school. This fundraising event will help the 8th graders raise money for their class gift to the parish/school and upcoming 8th grade end-of-year celebrations. Thanks for your support!

8th grade families click HERE to volunteer.
The Library is OPENING
 
  • The St. Veronica Library is reopening this year on a trial basis (based on volunteer support)
  • We need YOUR help
  • Will be open Tuesdays and Thursday from 9am -2 pm
  • Sign up for 2.5-hour increments
  • Will provide directions on how to check out books
  • Make sure you are SafeParish Trained and SIGN UP today
 
Contact ME with any questions! Katelyn Grube grubekatelyn@gmail.com or 513-259-1835.
OR send correspondence through school Zoe 7P or Chase 5F.
PTO NEWS
Please make plans to join us next Thursday, September 16 for the first PTO Information Sharing Session of the 2021-22 school year!

  • Refreshments and mingling from 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM, St. John XXIII gathering space
  • Information Sharing from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Room
  • Babysitting will be provided!
  • A random gift card drawing will be held for everyone who attends!

We hope to see you there!
ATHLETICS NEWS
Basketball Registration is Now Open – Deadline October 10th
St. Veronica’s basketball program is open to boys and girls who are students or REP students in 3rd through 8th grades. Practices generally begin in early November, with games beginning in December and the season ending in mid-late February.
 
  • $75.00 Registration Fee
  • There will be a $50 late registration fee after Oct. 10th and spot on team is not guaranteed.
  • $75.00 Annual Booster Fee if not yet paid in fall for volleyball, cross country, or golf.
  • Information regarding evaluations (3rd - 5th grades) and A/B team tryouts (6th - 8th grades as applicable) will be communicated as dates are finalized.
  • For 6th- 8th grades, if there are enough players to require 3 teams, there will be 1 “A” team and 2 balanced “B” teams.
  • Register Here

Coaching Applications
Anyone interested in coaching this season should complete the Coaching Application and email to:
 
K-2nd Grade Hoopsters Instructional Basketball Program – Deadline October 10th
  • Open to St. Veronica students and REP students in grades K-2.
  • $40 Registration Fee
  • All players receive a T-shirt (if registered by Oct 10)
  • 5-Week Program - Session Dates: Oct. 23, Oct. 30, Nov. 6, Nov. 13, Nov. 20
  • Sessions are held at the St. Veronica gym
  • 2nd grade 8:00am - 9:00am
  • K-1st grade 9:00am - 10:00am
  • Register Here
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