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Dear Parents,
Our teachers had the pleasure of attending a day of learning and formation with the former Superintendent of Schools, author and creator of Catholic Social Responsibility, Contemporary Challenges Facing Catholic Schools, Dr. Kathleen Cepalka. This seminar was a summary of the fundamental expectations of every member of our community. Our muddled world has created a sense of unrest and disorder and it is often challenging to know what to teach our children, how to diffuse adult conflicts, or how to address uncomfortable situations.
The fundamental expectation is Respect for All People…students, teachers, leaders, staff and parents will be committed to the belief that every human being, from conception to death, is worthy of respect. Words, actions, teachings and decisions will be consistent with the fundamental expectation of respect.
A couple of noteworthy points include:
- Giving students the tools to make good decisions
- Students will learn to not simply accept culture as it is, or reject it, but to transform it through faith-filled actions and attitudes.
This document is worth the read. It is of hope and making our world a better place. You can find this document on our school website here. Take a look at it as it is very well written and definitely a reminder to be a part of a school/community with expectations of respect for and toward all people.
Our Parish Festival is coming soon! This is a great family event, so please plan to attend. If you haven’t signed your K5 – 8 child/ren up to sign, please do so. Our kids do such a great job singing at Mass. Let’s share their joy with the parishioners.
Mark your calendars! We will be having Trunk or Treat again this year for our Halloween Celebration on Thursday, October 27th from 5:30-6:30pm in the church parking lot. Mr. Rob Peterson will be our DJ. All daycare and school families are welcome. Decorate your trunk for trick or treating. There will be a costume contest, car decorating contest, DJ and of course a bunch of treating! This is a safe way to trick or treat with our school families and have fun! More information and sign up will be coming soon.
We are very excited to have Ms. Tammy here with us. She has been very busy getting everything ready for Monday to start our hot lunch program. Please welcome her if you see her! Lunch menus were sent home today and can be found on our website or in this newsletter below.
Have a wonderful weekend and enjoy this beautiful season!
Joan Schlaefer
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