WEEKLY BULLETIN - February 10, 2022 |
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From the Desk of Mike Fuerte |
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Dear Families,
We had a wonderful Catholic Schools’ Week and from the faculty and staff, we want to say, “Thank you”. It started with Catholic Schools’ Week Masses with 2nd graders, MOW, cantors, essay readers, musicians, instrumentalists, and altar servers representing our school at each of the parish weekend masses. We had free dress days and hat days. Teachers and staff were appreciated by room parents and families. The Parents’ Club provided lunch for the staff on Wednesday, and we ended with a St. Blaise Feast Day Mass on Thursday. The teachers and staff of St. Louise appreciate all of the families and students and what a way to celebrate St. Louise during Catholic Schools’ Week.
SLE of the Month – January (Class Updates)
(1.1) A St. Louise Student is an Active Christian Who Seeks to develop a personal relationship with God as demonstrated by living out Gospel values and participating in liturgies, sacraments, and daily prayer.
(2.1) A St. Louise Student is a Life-Long Learner Who Demonstrates a solid academic foundation while using problem solving techniques, technology, critical thinking and study skills.
In 2nd Grade, Miss Pangallo and Mrs. McKenna had students write essays about how they will seek Christ in the new year and gave specific details and examples of how they would seek Christ, learn more about him, or grow closer to him. They also were represented during Catholic Schools Week and served a variety of roles.
In 4th Grade, Miss Crosby and Mrs. Scruggs had students work on their Person of Faith Report to see how the people they admire love and serve God, as examples to us, and therefore learn to become closer to God. They also used problem solving techniques, technology, and critical thinking and study skills. The fourth graders work all year to learn methods of organization in their binder, how to study for tests, and use technology to gather information for reports.
In Art, Mrs. Walker had 4th-8th have just started our Yearbook Cover Contest and this year’s theme is, A St. Louise Student is a Well-Balanced Individual. The classes were introduced the project and started brainstorming all the different facets of being a student at STL and one of the main components is our faith. Students were encouraged to include their personal relationship with God on their art. They are currently working on how to highlight this special aspect of their life and our school and will continue to do so through the next 3 weeks.
SLE of the Month – February
(4.1) A St. Louise Student is A Community Member Who Honors the gifts of others and values the dignity of each person.
Reminder from Mr. Evans and Mrs. Zambrano – Morning Carpool
Please adhere to the Morning Carpool rules below:
Have a Great Weekend!
Mike Fuerte
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- Parents' Club Meeting 6:30 pm
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- All Families invited to attend Mass at 7:30am
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- Bake Sale
- Winter Concert performed by grades 1-2 at 6:30 pm
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Catholic Schools Week 2022 - THANK YOU! |
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Catholic Schools Week 2022 is a wrap and it's hard to imagine that any other event could top the week of generosity, faithfulness and community we just experienced!
Catholic Schools week began the weekend of January 29/30 at the weekend masses. Many thanks go out to all of the students, families and staff that made these masses extra special especially:
2nd Grade Teachers Mrs. McKenna and Ms. Pangallo along with many of their students and families who acted as greeters, banner carriers, gifts at the offertory and gift bearers.
Mrs. LB and the following students who helped with music ministry:
Cantors:
- Rithika
- Paige
- Mika
- Lexi
- Leila
- Samantha
Instrumentalists:
- Emmanuel
- Java
- Nathan
- May
- Katelyn
- Brooklyn
Ministers of the Word for the masses were Brooke, Becca, Kayla, Sarah, Aliana and Alaina
Another highlight of the weekend masses were essays read by current 8th graders Anthony, Emmanuel, Sara and Camilla (at Mary Queen of Peace). Additionally a big thank you goes out to the Amat Navarro family for speaking at the Spanish mass and sharing their St. Louise Story.
The week continued with the faculty and staff being spoiled by so many families! From a Candy Bar in the faculty room, to an Espresso Cart, Yogurt & Muffin Breakfast, Potbelly Lunch, and Dick's Dinner - there aren't enough words to say THANK YOU! The St. Louise Community is such a special place and after a week like we just finished up - we know there is no comparison!
Take a minute to check out some of the awesome photos from the week in the gallery below. If you have more photos you'd like to share, please send them to socialmedia@stlouiseschool.org.
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2022-2023 Re-Enrollment Continues thru 2/18
Save your Spot & Register Now!
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The fact that I get to walk into school every day knowing that an
awesome day awaits is a gift.
-Current 8th Grade Student
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We are excited to invite our Current Families to re-enroll for the 2022-23 School Year and Kids Club beginning today. You read in Mr. Fuerte's letter above about the importance and value of Catholic Education, and below are some details about the re-enrollment process. You'll receive additional information in your Red Envelope today as well - so check your student's backpack and get started saving your spot for next year!
2022-23 Parent Contract
This form from DocuSign is being emailed to each family individually. Look for it in your inbox (or your junk folder). Please contact the school office if you do not receive this emailed contract. There are two options for tuition payment: Pay in one lump sum by August, or make direct, monthly tuition payments from your checking or savings account – via electronic funds transfer (EFT). The EFT information needed for this process is completed within the contract. Please complete, sign, and submit the Parent Contract.
Application Fee
Please pay your non-refundable application fee online here at a special reduced price of $95 per family. After February 18, the fee increases to $220.
2022-23 Skyward Student Re-Enrollment
Complete the Student Re-enrollment form through the Skyward student management system. You must confirm that the student and family information we have in Skyward remains accurate heading into the new school year – such as your family’s address, phone numbers, email addresses, etc. Additionally, you can sign up for Kids Club here as well. To do this, please:
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Go to the Skyward page at http://family.stlouise.wa-k12.net and log-in as usual.
- Once you log in, click on “Re-Enrollment for 2022-23,” and follow the steps to completion.
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If you forgot your log-in ID and/or password, there is a link you can click to have it sent to you (or you may contact Mindy Morgan or Tracy Brown in the school office at office@stlouiseschool.org).
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If you will be newly enrolling a child who has never attended St. Louise School, please click on the “New Student Online Enrollment” link on the left-side after you log into Skyward.
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Student Learning Expectation (SLE) for February |
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Student Learning Expectations (otherwise known as SLEs) are expectations that our students should know, understand, value, and be able to do by the time they graduate from St. Louise School. |
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February's SLE is:
A St. Louise Student Is A Community Member Who Honors the gifts of others
and values the dignity of each person.
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Principal Search - Parent Survey Coming! |
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The procedure for finding a new Principal for St. Louise has begun. Fr. Gary, with consultation from staff, has chosen a well diverse committee that will represent the school community in the screening and interview process to select a new Principal for St. Louise School.
Part of the process is to get input from the community. You will be receiving an email with a link to a survey regarding attributes to look for in a principal. The Principal Search Committee will use the results of the survey to develop interview questions for the candidates. Please respond to the survey as quickly as possible.
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Charger Gear Sale - 20% Off! |
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Looking for some fun FRIDAY Charger Gear wear? Order now for 20% off using code GOLD20. Reach out to Charger Gear with any questions at chargergear@stlouiseschool.org. |
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SAVE THE DATE
SHINE BRIGHT AUCTION - APRIL 9, 2022
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In order to make SHINE BRIGHT a successful event, we need some wonderful items and experiences to sell at the auction! We appreciate all of the donations we've already received as well as the volunteer efforts.
Help Wanted! The Auction is in need of a volunteer photographer willing to take charge of the Black & White Photos that are sold on Auction Night. This is always a highlight of the evening so we want to start snapping these pictures as soon as possible. Reach out to Laura Bonner at auction@stlouiseschool.org if you can help!
Does your family still need to fulfill your Procurement Commitment of $250 for the 2021-22 School Year? Here are some of the many items we hope you will donate:
Travel Experiences: Air BnB, or Airline Charger Cards, a stay at your second home, Tickets to an away Seahawks/Husky game, Delta or Alaska Airlines Miles, etc. Suncadia, Sunriver, Sonoma, Scottsdale - other places that don't begin with an "S"!
A Fabulous Party: Get together with your friends to offer one of the following - Mom Prom, Mimosa's with Mom, Pilsner with Pops, Backyard Movie Night party, Themed Dinners (Murder Mystery, Paella Dinner, Filipino Dinner, etc.), Poker Night, Class Party Idea (6th Grade End of Year Party, 2nd Grade Nerf Party, First Communion Brunch etc.), and more.
Wine & Spirits: Private tasting experiences, magnums, Winemaker's Dinner, Stock the Bar, Wine Fridge, glasses and other accessories.
Shop our Registries and Wish Lists: Visit the following sites and purchase items and have them shipped directly to St. Louise! Be sure to send a card with your name on it so we know who to give credit to!
Click on Registry, and type in:
First Name: St. Louise
Last Name: School
Click on Registry, then under Find, type in:
First Name: St. Louise
Last Name: School
Charger Cards: Disney, Amazon, Nordstrom, Costco, Pottery Barn, Delta, Marriott, DEFY, Gene Juarez, Air BnB. Buying Charger Cards is also a great way to participate in TWO Fundraisers at once!
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Advocacy & Caring for Children
Labor of Love Auction 2022
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Many of our School and Parish families & staff are involved with Advocacy & Caring for Children - formerly Association for Catholic Childhood, a Catholic association since 1918. Their annual Fund Raising Auction is kicking off this week.
Advocacy and Caring for Children (ACC) is a group of committed women who support a network of programs focused on the needs of underserved children and families in an effort to improve their quality of life. For over 103 years, ACC members have remained faithful to the needs of children and families by providing financial and volunteer resources through steadfast partnerships with organizations across Western Washington.
Online Auction Starting this week!
It’s here: the ACC’s 20th annual Labor of Love auction! Starting Friday, February 4th, a tempting array of items will be available for bidding online until Monday, February 14th. The auction features gift cards, gourmet food, garden items, vacation getaways, event tickets, professional services, and much more.
Proceeds support children who are being served by Catholic Community Services. To bid, visit the Labor of Love Auction website here.
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Has your child received their COVID vaccine?
If so, please email a copy to Mrs. Reynolds so she can keep their immunization records up to date. This is also helpful for contact tracing purposes, since fully vaccinated students are not required to quarantine due to exposure.
St. Louise Parish to Host COVID Vaccine Clinic February 19th
Please note that on Saturday, February 19th from 9 AM to 3 PM St. Louise is again hosting the Bellevue Fire Department’s COVID Mobile Vaccination Team in the south parking lot.
Here’s the info from BFD:
We are only carrying Pfizer and Moderna. Below is what will be offered:
Pfizer: 5 years and older
Pfizer Booster 5-months after 2nd shot: 12 years and older can get Booster
Moderna: 18 years and older
Moderna Booster 5-months after 2nd shot: 18 years and older
Please check out the links below to the Bellevue City website:
Mark your Calendars for these upcoming events:
- February 10 - Parents Club Meeting at 6:30 pm
- February 11 - ALL Families invited to Mass at 7:30 am
- February 17 - Winter Concert featuring 1st & 2nd Grade at 6:30
- February 18 - Re-Enrollment Deadline
- February 21-22 - NO SCHOOL OR KIDS CLUB
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Charger Card window is OPEN on TUESDAY, February 15th from 2:45-3:15pm ONLY next week. There will be NO Friday sales on 2/18.
Stop by the window this Friday (2/11) from 8:30-9:15am to stock up for Super Bowl as well as gifts for Valentine's Day!
We have Bai Tong cards at 35% as well as Tutta Bella and Daniel's Broiler at a 30% rebate return.
See's Candy cards offer treat options for Valentine gifts.
We have LeVue nails or Gene Juarez if you need a treat for your loved one to spoil themselves.
QFC, Safeway, and Total Wine cards can cover all your Super Bowl needs!
Need more info about Charger Cards? Check out their website here. |
Parents' Club Meeting - TODAY, 2/10 at 6:30 pm
All school parents are invited to join this month's Parents' Club meeting, online via Teams at 6:30 tonight, Thursday, February 10th at 6:30 pm.
Find out more about Parent's Club here. |
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Thank you to all of our amazing parent volunteers! |
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With Gratitude
Thank you to all of our AWESOME HOSPITALITY TEAM for making Catholic Schools Week so special for all the teachers and staff with the many treats and special moments!
BreAnn Berry
Ann Marie Sweeney
Reine Kehdy
Kimberly Valentine
Karen Salmon
Jennifer Magnusen
Laura Dark
Victor Phan
Aimee Cermak
Wai Man Cheng
Laurie Friedle
Liz DeBord
Meghan Green
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If you know of a volunteer doing great work and want to recognize them, simply email their name and what they do to socialmedia@stlouiseschool.org.
Want to volunteer - check out available opportunities here!
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Dear Friends at St. Louise,
Parishioners will have seen a video at Mass this weekend about the importance of participating in the Synod on Synodality, and I want to add a few words to that message. The words synod and synodality are foreign to the average Catholic. But the Greek word synod, which means to walk together, is the word the Church has used for centuries to describe the process by which the Pope consults with the bishops. The purpose of synods is to foster closer unity between the Pope and the bishops, to assist the Pope through the bishops’ counsel, and to consider questions of the Church’s activity in the world.
To continue reading Fr. Gary's message to the school and parish community, click the button below and turn to From the Pastor.
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GALLERY
Catholic Schools Week Masses and Activities
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133 156th Avenue S.E., Bellevue, WA 98007
Phone: (425) 746-4220
Fax: (425) 644-3294
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