Dear St. Anne Catholic School Families:
We have had an amazing few weeks on campus with so many things to be grateful for. We are thankful that we were able to celebrate our Veterans with mass followed by a performance by our cheerleaders, songs by our choir, and breakfast. It was a joy to meet so many great men and women who were willing to sacrifice so much for our country. Special thanks to Mrs. Ross, the Boy Scouts, the American Heritage Girls and our parent volunteers for organizing and leading such a special event.
Grandparents Day was a huge celebration with record numbers of grandparents and special friends in attendance. Our cheerleaders, choir, bell choir, and kindergarten students performed for our grandparents before they headed over to the classrooms for activities. This day is made possible by our many parent volunteers giving of their time and talent.
Thank you for supporting the Book Fair to benefit our library. In keeping with the works of mercy we collected almost 500 lbs of food to feed the hungry. I am always amazed and humbled by the overwhelming generosity of our community.
Congratulations to our middle school students on their performance of “What Happened After Once Upon a Time.” Our Vocations Week was a success, we will continue to pray for vocations. Our Open House during Discover Catholic Schools Week was a success, we had many families visit. We are so proud of our NJHS students who gave tours, they truly exemplify our mission. We are grateful for our parent volunteers who supported our tours as well.
We are looking forward to the start of Advent. The weeks ahead will be filled with shopping, wrapping, cooking, entertaining and sharing Christmas cheer. In all the hustle and bustle of the coming season, let's remember that during the weeks of Advent we are also preparing for the birth of Christ. The spirit of Christmas will be found each day, if we give to each other as God has given Jesus, to us. We hope that the women of our community will join us for our Advent by Candlelight evening, see information in the Crusader Connection below.
We are looking forward to our upcoming events including our 1st -5th Christmas Program and Advent by Candlelight. Our Annual Crusader Fund drive kicks off on Giving Tuesday, November 29th. We will dedicate our blue line of morning carline to students and families who want to give on that day. Students will have the opportunity to spin the wheel for a prize. Funds collected will go to facilities, faculty/staff bonuses, and tuition assistance. Our goal is to remain competitive to retain and attract the finest faculty and staff, maintain a first-class facility, and offer an affordable Catholic education for all who want it.
Wishing everyone a wonderful and blessed Thanksgiving.
Only by His Grace,
Kendall Shamas, Ed. D
Principal
