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Greetings from Mr. G
It was nice to see some of you at the HSA meeting last night. This is a hopeful first step as we plan for parents to return to the important volunteer roles that are integral to our school community. As mentioned at the meeting, there is a two pronged procedure in place to ensure ultimate safety for students: 1) Virtus training -- please check with Mrs. Sweeting regarding the status of your training which has to be current; 2) attend one parent volunteer training session at which you will learn key information and processes so that everyone is on the same page when in the building. We are working with our contact at the Newtown Police Department to finalize the dates and times of these sessions. Our goal is for Tuesday March 8th, early afternoon and Tuesday March 15th, early evening. Stay tuned for details and registration information.
Yesterday two representatives from Hearts of Hope in Newtown stopped by to deliver a basket full of beautiful hand painted hearts for our teachers. They expressed their appreciation for the dedication teachers demonstrate throughout the year and explained how many volunteers had spent time over the summer hand painting these hearts. How blessed we are to be part of this caring community. Heartfelt thanks to all who spent time doing this good work.
Monday, February 28th marks the beginning our Mask Optional policy in school. We respect everyone's decision in this matter and will work with parents to ensure that your specific wishes are enforced. Please email your child's teacher, Nurse Bonnie and Mrs. Sweeting if you want your child to wear a mask. We will continue thorough cleaning and sanitizing measures and ask that parents follow the nurse's guidelines on assessing symptoms and keeping children home when necessary. Thank you.
Ash Wednesday is upon us. Sister Thaddeus shares these thoughts as we embark on our journey with the Lord: On Ash Wednesday, which is March 2 this year, we begin our annual Lenten Mission Drive to aid those in need. It is a special time of prayer, reflection and sacrifice; it’s all about doing something extra in preparation for the Lord’s Resurrection. Our school donations will be used to help the children in Ghana, Africa and to assist our local community places that serve those in need. Whatever donation you can give will be greatly appreciated. Thank you and God bless.
Week after week it does my heart good to read about how our students in Preschool - 8th grade are BLOOMING in mind, heart and soul. I hope you are taking a few moments each week to peruse Mrs. B's Adventures in Student Life
-- it showcases your children's activities and achievements in a most joyful way.
I would like to extend a warm welcome to Mrs. Mary Pirase who started this week as Mrs. Schaff's Aide in the Transitional Kindergarten class. Our Preschool students add light and laughter to our halls. We are delighted that so many will be joining us for Kindergarten next year. It is our hope that all students who enter our halls stay through graduation. Studies show the academic, social and emotional benefits of this educational model.
On Monday our 8th graders will celebrate 100 days until graduation. We celebrate their unique talents and the many blessings they bring to our halls and hearts. May God guide them in this final lap and as they look toward the exciting next chapter in their education. We are with them every step of the way.
Happy weekend.
God Bless,
Mr. G
Click here for school slides from HSA meeting
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