The mission of Corpus Christi Catholic School is to nurture every child by providing the opportunities to grow in faith, achieve academic success, and serve others as disciples of Jesus
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Dear Parents,
We will host an open house for prospective families this Thursday at 6:30. If you know of someone interested in our wonderful school, please let them know of this event! We want to share with others what a wonderful school community we have here at CCS!
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Each month students learn a Bible verse and recite it together at school during our morning prayers. We also pray a particular prayer each month. During the month of November we will learn Isaiah 41:10
“Fear not for I am with you, do not be dismayed for I am your God”
Our prayer focus is the
The Memorare.
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McGill - Toolen Parent Preview
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Parents interested in finding out more about our partner school, McGill Toolen High School should plan to attend the parent preview night on Tuesday, November 5. The program will begin at 5:30 p.m.
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Please join us for a Veterans Day Program on Monday, November 11 at 9:30 am. The program will be held in the Church. All are invited to attend. Please let us know of any family members or friends of your family who have served our country and will be joining us for this special program. Please share their name, rank, and branch of service by sending an email to school@CCSCatholic.com.
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We are collecting non-perishable, Thanksgiving food items for baskets that are made and delivered throughout our local community. Please see the attached list of items being collected. Items should be brought in by Friday, November 22. The items will be presented as part of the offering at Mass on November 26. If you would like to also make a monetary donation to aid our parish in purchasing items, that would be welcomed. We are such a generous community; let's do our part to fill the baskets!
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We are so proud of our 8th grade Toy Bowl Court, along with Queen Camille Dennis and King Payton Anderson. They were wonderful representatives of our school.
Photo credit: The Catholic Week
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Electronic Watches/Fitbits
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As a reminder: All devices used on campus must be monitored through the school’s network. Since these devices are connected to a cell phone or outside wireless carrier, the school administration is unable to monitor students’ activity. Therefore, Smart Watches, Fitbits, and other fitness trackers are prohibited from being used by students while on campus. We understand that some of these devices are not network-enabled, but it is too difficult to police which devices have networking capabilities and which do not. Many devices that are very technical look very similar to those which are not
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The DOSM, our 8th grade service group, is selling t-shirts as a fundraiser. The design is pictured here. The order form can be found at the link below.
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Cub Scouts selling Boston Butts
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Cub Scouts CCS Pack 29 are selling their famous Boston Butts for GAME DAY! 🏈
Saturday, November 9th
Alabama VS. LSU
The butts are $35 each. If you would like order one, please contact Andy Grantham at andygrantham@att.net or (251)680-6057 to let him know the number of Boston butts you would like and which scout should receive credit for the order. The deadline to place an order is this Thursday (11/7). Pickup will be from 10 a.m. - noon at the Parish House on November 9th.
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Fundraiser for a fellow student in need
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A 5th-grade student at St. Dominic School, Ava, has Spindle Cell Sarcoma. Ava recently underwent surgery to remove a tumor from her leg. Her care plan now involves chemotherapy, radiation, and possibly a second surgery. She is receiving treatment at UAB. The fundraising group
Fired Up is selling smoked ribs to benefit Ava and her family. The fundraiser is taking place on Saturday, December 7. The cost is $25.00 per rack and the order must be prepaid. Orders can be picked up between 11 - 1 p.m at the Community Bank on Airport Blvd. All proceeds will benefit Ava and her family to help offset the medical/travel expenses while she receives care.
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Crazy Hair Day-Fundraiser for St. Jude
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Get ready to sport your craziest hairstyle on Friday, November 22. This is our annual fundraiser for St. Jude with a $2.00 suggested donation. The class that collects the most money will receive a pizza party!
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Students will be allowed to wear their favorite team colors on Monday, November 25. It is Iron Bowl week, so we are sure to have plenty of Alabama and Auburn fans, among others!
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We are off to a great start with the box tops so far this year!
There were a total of 1977 pink box tops submitted for the first contest. That is a total of $197.70!
There are many families using the App and it really is so easy. As of now we have a total of $82.60 on the app.
THANK YOU FOR SUBMITTING THOSE BOX TOPS AND SCANNING THOSE RECEIPTS!
There were 29 students that had at least 10 box tops submitted to earn entries in the contest drawing. Winners will be announced this week as well as the next contest details.
Let’s keep the momentum rolling and see what we can do before Christmas break.
PARTICIPATING PRODUCTS - Look for the Box Tops logo on hundreds of products you know and love! Buy the products, scan your receipt with the Box Tops mobile app and automatically earn 10¢ Box Tops for your school. Browse through the categories or download a complete list of Box Tops products below.
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#iGiveCatholic - December 3
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Corpus Christi Catholic School along with the Archdiocese of Mobile have joined with arch/dioceses throughout the country to participate in the fifth-annual #iGiveCatholic Giving Day. We will celebrate this day of Catholic giving on Tuesday, December 3, 2019, also known as #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. Celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, #GivingTuesday is a day when individuals around the world come together with the goal to celebrate generosity and to give to their charities of choice. We look forward to this fundraising opportunity. All monies raised during the event will directly benefit our school.
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Upcoming Dates to Remember
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November 5
8th Grade Field Trip to McGill
November 5
McGill's Parent Preview, 5:30 pm.
November 7
Open House for Prospective Families, 6:30 pm.
November 11
Veteran’s Day Program, 9:30 a.m.
November 12
SAC Meeting
November 14
5th Grade Field Trip to Audubon Zoo
November 20
4th grade field trip to International Festival
November 22
Thanksgiving Basket Food Items Due
November 22
Crazy Hair Day (Fundraiser for St. Jude)
November 25
Team Colors Day, Out of Uniform
A is for Africa - Just 25
November 27 - November 29
Thanksgiving Holiday, No School
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Corpus Christi Parish News
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Regular Weekday Mass Schedule Resumes
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6:30 a.m. Mass: Monday through Friday
8:15 a.m. Mass: Monday through Saturday
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Kids - 2 - Kids - Monthly VBS
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The next program will be on Wednesday, November 13th, 5:30 - 7 p.m.
PreK - 5th Grade Participants & 6th - 8th Grade Leaders
The cost is $5.00 per child
For more information, contact Diane Stoyka, dianestoyka@yahoo.com or Stephanie Smith, zitoste@yahoo.com
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Prayer Groups - You're invited
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Women of Mary
Thursdays, 3 p.m. in the Parish House
All women are welcome to meet for prayer, reading the Gospel, and discussion.
Facilitator: Sr. Deborah Kennedy, R.S.M., 753-4872.
Tuesday Night Bible Study
6:30 p.m., Tuesdays in the Parish House.
Info: Dave Burchette, 367-6660 or davebur1955@gmail.com.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS
Next Meeting: TBA, The Parish House.
www.kofc.org Click on Join Us. Corpus Christi Council 13125
Info: Chad Pugh, Grand Knight, 232-0648 or chad.pugh34@gmail.com.
Thursday Morning Women’s Bible Study
9:15 to 10:45 a.m. in the Conference Room on the 2
nd floor of the
Community Ctr. Nursery provided.
Men of St. Joseph
Our purpose is to help all men become the spiritual leaders of their family. All men are welcome to meet for prayer, Gospel reflection, fellowship.
Tuesdays, 7 to 8 a.m. in the Family Room
Wednesdays, 7-8 p.m. in the Parish House
Tues. Info: Jay Cox, 401-6070 or Auburn50@hotmail.com
Wed. Info: David Sheffield, 423-5666 or David.sheffield@uniti.com
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The Knight of Columbus are selling Thanksgiving Smoked Hams. Pickup will be from 10:00 AM to Noon on Saturday, November 23rd at The Parish House, 454 Evergreen Rd, 36608
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2019-2020 Sacramental Dates for
2nd Graders
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Dec 2: First Reconciliation Service, 7 pm, Church.
Mon, Feb 3, 2020: 1st Eucharist Parent Mtg, 6:30pm Adult Ed Rm.
Sun, Feb 9: 1st Eucharist Enrollment Mass & Mini Retreat, 9am-12pm.
Sat, May 2, 2020: First Eucharist Practice, 10 am, Church.
Sun, May 3, 2020: First Eucharist Mass, 1 pm
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2019-2020 Sacramental Dates for H.S. Confirmation
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2021 Class: Jan. 19, 2020, Confirmation Luncheon,12-2pm.
2021 Class: Jan. 19, 2020, Confirmation Practice 2-3pm
2021 Class: Jan. 21, 2020, Confirmation Mass, 6pm.
2022 Class: (Date TBA), Spirit Day, 2-6:30pm
2022 Class: Jan 25, Visitation Monastery Retreat,10am-5pm, Lessons 2/3.4
2023 Class: Feb 16, 2020, Spirit Day, 2-6:30pm, Lessons 5 & 7
Info: DianeStoyka@yahoo.com or 342-5474, ext 7
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Corpus Christi Catholic School | 251.342.5474 | school@corpuschristiparish.com
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