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U.S. Department of Education National Blue Ribbon School
(2021, 2014, 2008)
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The 4th graders learned a lot by researching and learning about what they might be called to do as their vocation later on in life. |
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Dear Parents,
Thank you for your prayers and support during this time! We continue to see a rise in COVID cases in our community. Thankfully we have been able to maintain in-person learning as our teachers and staff have been flexible in covering for staff absences.
As we continue to see a sustained amount of student absences due to positive cases and/or quarantines, we want to remind parents that we are currently not offering remote learning on an individual basis. If an entire class, grade level, or the school would need to close in-person learning for a period of time, that is when we may implement remote learning.
Currently, if a student is out because of COVID or a quarantine, Mrs. Bridget DeSocio coordinates with teams and families in regards to assignments. Teachers share a schedule with students, and they may also be using Google Classroom to post assignments. Live classes will be offered when appropriate.
You should have received an email via FACTS last Friday with instructions for completing your re-enrollment for the 22-23 school year. Thank you to the many who have already completed this process. If you have not yet, please do so by this Friday, January 14. Instructions for completing re-enrollment are in the article below.
If you (or a friend or neighbor) have a child new to our preschool or K-8 school for the 22-23 school year, please remember the on-time deadline for new student applications is this Sunday, January 16. You can read more about that process here.
Enjoy the upcoming holiday weekend with your families!
Blessings,
Kathy O'Reilly
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Photo Newsletters: 2nd, 3rd, 4th Grades |
Click the images below to view this week's photo newsletters and see what the classes have been up to. |
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Current Student Re-Enrollment: Deadline This Friday |
To complete our online re-enrollment process, you will access the FACTS Family Portal through your existing login.
To access Family Portal:
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Please go to www.factsmgt.com
- Select Parent Log In from the menu bar and FACTS Family Portal from the drop-down menu.
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Type in district code SBK-OH and your username and password. If you have forgotten your username or password, please click on the link provided.
- After logging in, click on Family in the left menu.
- Click on the Enrollment/Reenrollment link.
If you have a child new to our preschool or K-8 school for the 22-23 school year, please complete the new child registration by this Sunday, January 16.
Your honest commitment at this time is vital to our planning. We are currently operating at maximum capacity in many of our grades, which will limit acceptance of new families to our school community. We are dedicated to serving our current families and want to make sure that you re-enroll on time (by January 14th) in order to guarantee your child's seat for the 2022-23 school year.
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January Study Tables Sign Up |
The After School Study Table program is back for the 2021-2022 school year for students in grades 5-8. Study Table is a great opportunity for students to work on homework and studying while also having the chance to receive assistance with school work, study skills, and organization in any subject in a quiet and supportive environment. Mr. Byorth, along with other teachers, will be supervising and offering assistance during this time.
Who: 5th-8th Grade Students
When: 3-4pm Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays
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Car Rider Pick Up Change Beginning Next Week - January 18 |
AM car rider drop off will start five minutes later, at 7:40, on any day when the actual temperature or wind chill is 15 degrees or colder.
Please remember that no child should ever exit a car until our morning crew comes outside. Thanks for your help and care for our teachers.
We will switch the order of afternoon car rider dismissal when we reach the halfway point in the school year. Starting Tuesday, January 18, 2022, we will dismiss the L-Z car riders at 2:50 and the A-K car riders will be dismissed at 3:05.
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Uniform and Spirit Wear Exchange on Jan 30 10am-12:30pm in Hendricks Hall |
It’s a new year! Do your kids need to size up or get ready for spring weather? Or maybe they need a new spirit wear item for Catholic Schools Week?! If so, please sign up to attend this socially-distanced exchange held in Hendricks Hall.
All school families are invited to drop off gently used uniforms to the school office through Friday, Jan 28. Items accepted include all logo and non-logo uniform items AND spirit wear/PE uniforms. Non-logo articles that are not claimed at the exchange will be donated to other local schools in need. A reminder that all items at the uniform exchange are FREE and you do not need to donate to attend!
Parents, you can also sign up to volunteer, allowing you first pick of items.
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Security Hounds Tips & Updates |
We will be conducting our school safety drill this Thursday, January 13. It will focus on one aspect of our plan regarding reinforcing the Barricading Principles taught in case they have to secure in a room.
As always, please reach out for anything. [email protected] or 614.718.5825 ext. 276.
HELPFUL SAFETY TIP FOR ACTIVE VIOLENCE IN A SCHOOL OR BUSINESS:
We were hoping to be able to start offering once again the in- person training for Active Violence Preparedness. Unfortunately, COVID protocols are preventing that currently. If you have any questions on this type of training for schools and businesses and how we instruct those principles here, please reach out to me. In short, I have taught this for years and I follow best practices from a variety of programs with a heavy emphasis on A.L.i.C.E. principles.
HELPFUL TECH SAFETY TIP:
If you have not heard of Apple Airtags, you may want to be aware of how these (relatively inexpensive $29.00) devices can be used as a device to stalk someone. They are meant to help people locate or keep track of items such as keys or a backpack that is lost.
Unfortunately, with every good intention for technology it can be used in a bad way. A person can surreptitiously place this device on you, your belongings, and or your vehicle. Apple says that if that happens the device will emit a sound and if you have an Apple device it will alert you that an Airtag (that is not yours) is on you. The problem seems to be that the notification to you tends to happen once you are home, therefore your stalker now has your address.
Please see the following links that illustrate the potential abuse of these Airtags and be aware that our children may be aware of this and consider it a harmless prank.
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Home & School's Annual Fund |
Happy New Year!
The Home and School Association has big plans for 2022! Help fund these school projects and activities that enrich the learning experience for your children by supporting the Annual Fund. Please consider a once-a-year contribution of $100 per student ($50 for preschool).
Please click the below button to give to the Annual Fund, and/or forward this email to a family member or friend who may be interested in contributing. Thank you for your support!
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News from Our Parish Community |
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Make It A Date! February 12 |
A Night Out to Strengthen Your Marriage
Saturday, February 12, 2022
6:15 to 7:30 p.m.
St. Brigid of Kildare Parish, Hendrick’s Hall
All married and engaged couples are invited
to St. Brigid’s 22nd Make It a Date! event.
Your evening begins with light appetizers and a chance to socialize with other St. Brigid couples.
Then Fr. Tim Lynch, St. Brigid’s parochial vicar, will share a reflection on marriage.
At the conclusion of the event, spouses leave on their own date at a venue of their choice to talk about the evening and how it relates to their own relationships.
Registration is necessary
Sponsored by Family First and the St. Brigid School of Adult Faith Formation
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Unveiled: Discovering the Great Mystery in Your Marriage |
Now offered in-person AND virtually via livestream! Discover how the great mystery of Christ’s love can restore passion, purpose and intimacy in your marriage. In Unveiled, a retreat led by the John Paul II Healing Center, you’ll engage topics grounded in Church teaching such as:
- Discovering True Love
- A Whole New Look at Your Wedding Day
- Cultivating Intimacy and Unity in Your Marriage
- Understanding Your Marital Conflict
- Healing and Reconciliation in Your Marriage
- Restoring Sexual Passion and Intimacy in Your Marriage
This retreat is open to singles discerning marriage, dating and engaged couples, and couples who have been married for many years! St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church is hosting this Unveiled retreat February 3-5, 2022. Learn more and register for this amazing experience at: www.jpiihealingcenter.org Scholarships available. Email [email protected] for more information. This event is sponsored by the Diocese of Columbus Marriage & Family Life Office and St. Gabriel Radio.
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News from Our Catholic High Schools |
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BWHS Applications for Class of 2026 |
BWHS is now accepting applications for the class of 2026, through January 31, 2022.
The following are links to information you might find useful:
Please feel free to contact Director of Admissions, Mary Kate Harris, with any questions. She can be reached at [email protected] or by calling (614) 268-8671 ext. 284.
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St. Charles Upcoming Events |
St. Charles Holding 8th Grade Scholarship Exam January 29th at 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.
St. Charles Preparatory School will hold its annual Academic Scholarship Exam for current 8th grade boys on Saturday, January 29, 2022, with opportunities to sit for the exam at either 9 a.m. or 1 p.m. The annual scholarship test is an opportunity for 8th grade students to earn significant four-year and one-year academic scholarship towards their St. Charles tuition.
New this year is the addition of the St. Charles Charism Award Essay Scholarship program. Students will have an opportunity to write essays related to their leadership experiences and service to their community. They will also be asked to describe how they've exemplified the values of the school and our patron saint, St. Charles Borromeo. Essay writing sessions will be held on the evenings of February 15, 16, and 17 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. in the school’s Walter Student Commons. At least one student from each parish community will earn an award for participating in the essay writing competition.
To register and learn more about these scholarship opportunities, we invite you to visit the St. Charles website at stcharlesprep.org and clicking on the Homepage’s "Admissions" menu tab.
St. Charles Hosting Annual Spaghetti Dinner February 6th
2022 St. Charles will host its annual Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday, February 6th, in the school’s Walter Student Commons. Dinner, being prepared by the Susi Family and their Berwick Manor staff, will be served from 1:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. In addition, the SC Concert & Jazz Band will perform from 2:15-3:15 p.m. and 4:00-5:00 p.m. Guests will enjoy a bountiful meal of spaghetti with meatball, salad, rolls, ice cream, and a beverage. $12.00 for Adults; $9.00 for Senior Citizens; $6.00 for Children 4-12; and a $45 Family rate (dine-in, up to 6 immediate family members). Carry out orders will be available. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Submit Materials for Wolfhound Wednesday |
If you have information you'd like included in the next Wolfhound Wednesday, email it to Allie Wing at [email protected].
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