THE FRIDAY REVIEW

St. Rose School

February 17, 2023

"Let all that you do be done in love."

– 1 Corinthians 16:14

Greetings from Dr. G

It was a LOVE-ly week in our halls! Hearts were full as our younger students celebrated St. Valentine's Day and spread their love with cards, crafts and fun. Thanks to the parents who helped make to make their classrooms festive. Mrs. Ferriter's Art classes were full of heart as well. Certainly Jesus' message of Loving one another as God loves us is valuable lesson every day and one we encourage among students and faculty.

Another exciting event that took place this week was the First Graders Presidents and First Ladies parade. Mrs. Vitetta did an excellent job preparing her students for this important lesson and they in turn brought these signifcant people in our country's history to life most creativly and with much composure. As they marched through the halls all other grades and teachers waved flags. It was a beautiful time of connection and reflection and a reminder of all of the people who have made contributions to our country. As we head toward Presidents Day let us pray for all country and world leaders.

Our 8th graders received a special visit from Monsignor Bob who brought Washington D.C. to them in the form of gifts -- patriotic ties for the boys and scarves for the boys as well as a history book about D.C. We are most grateful for his generosity to our students and faculty.

Mrs. Mok is receiving many inquires and conducting many tours for prospective families. The good word is out about St. Rose School. Thank you for spreading the news.

The Home & School Association is planning the annual Golf Tournament for May 22nd! This is a wonderful day at the beautiful Redding Country Club that is an important fundraiser for the school. Registrations are open and there is a limit of 100 golfers so please consider coming. My thanks to the HSA, in particular Mr. Anstett and Mr. Gelson for all of the work they are putting into this event. Click here to register.

On a housekeeping note, please see the attached reminder about allergy awareness from Nurse Kim. We take student health and safety very seriously and appreciate your help in this important matter.

Students and faculty have been working dilightenly since the new year started which makes the Presidents weekend ahead a most welcome break. School will be closed February 20 and 21st. When we return on Wednesday the 22nd it will be Ash Wednesday. Students in K-8 will attend 9:00 Mass and receive ashes. Sister Thaddeus will begin the Lenten Mission on this day as well. Lent is a time for relfection as we walk with Jesus. There will be many opportunities for students to partake in prayer and service during this time. Attached is a Lenten calendar from Sister Thaddeus. The Knights of Columbus will be having Fish Frys on Fridays during Lent. There is a flyer in this newsletter with details.

Before I sign off, here is a newly released Year in Review video from St. Rose Parish. We are blessed to be part of such a faith-filled, vital community. Have a relaxing weekend and if you are traveling, be safe! I will look forward to seeing your precious children back in our halls next Wednesday.

God Bless,

Dr. Bardhyl Gjoka

Principal



Admissions Corner

The retention rate of current families is high -- we are delighted that you will continue your child(ren)'s learning journey with us. Calls and emails are coming in daily to arrange tours and shadow days. Please keep sharing the good news about St. Rose School!

The 2023-2024 Tuition schedule is now available. Click here.

The Bishop's Scholarship Fund applications open February 1st. Click here to start the process.

Questions? Email Mrs. Mok, admissions@srles.com.

PRESCHOOL CORNER

Who has bigger hearts than Preschool children? Lessons and laughter filled the Preschool halls this week and it was an extra blessing to see parent helpers filling goodie bags and sharing smiles. Day by day they are BLOOMING!

February 20 & 21st -- School closed

February 22nd -- Ash Wednesday, Lent begins

ATHLETICS NEWS

It's time to get our RAMS on the run! TRACK season is starting and we need volunteer coaches to ensure that this wonderful program that is open to K-8th graders continues to thrive. Please email Mrs. Sweeting, secretary@srles.com if you can coach and spread the word!

DID YOU KNOW?

FYI's About St. Rose School

Home & School Association (HSA)

• All school families are members of the HSA.
• The HSA Board hosts four school-wide meetings each school year (2022-23 Dates: 9/8, 11/10, 2/9, 5/18) 
• SRS HSA members vote to elect officers and approve spending proposals
• Four elected officers are President, Vice-President, Treasurer and Secretary
• Elected officers are on a two year term that rotate by President/Treasurer and Vice-President/Secretary. This May, the President and Treasurer roles will be up for election.
• Spending proposals are presented at the school-wide meetings listed above and voting proxy is available at the meeting, via email, and shared in the HSA section of the Friday Review following the meetings outlined above.
• Throughout the school year the HSA leads a combination of both community building events as well as fundraisers to benefit needs of the school identified by the school leadership that are not covered in the school’s operating budget.
• Every parent is a member; every family gets one vote

Want to Get Involved?  Please email us HSA@srles.com

COMING SOON: K, 1 & 2 TAG SALE

TO BENEFIT THE LENTEN MISSION

Donations needed: anything goes except clothing, furniture and bikes. Drop off in the front foyer. Questions? Email Mrs. Rahtelli, Mrs. Vitetta or Mrs. Heyder

Shop date TBD -- for students only.

Thank you!

Important Dates

February 20 & 21st -- Winter break, no school

February 22nd -- Ash Wednesday, Lent begins

March 4th -- First Communion Workshop

Important Documents

Adventures in Student Life -- Catholic Schools Week issue

St. Rose Parish Year in Review video

2023-2024 Tuition Schedule

Updated Religious Education calendar. (2nd & 8th grade parents please take special note.)

Car Walk Map -- see how to navigate the car walk lanes

Car Walk procedures -- please read to ensure safe/smooth drop off/pick up of students

Hot Lunch order form

After School Care registration form

Virtus Training -- any family member who would like to volunteer at the school must be Virtus trained. Click here for details.

STUDENT HANDBOOK

HSA NEWS

Dear SRS Families:



Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to complete the parent survey the HSA has launched. Every member's voice is important and we want to hear your feedback. This short survey shouldn’t take more than 6 minutes to complete. Don’t add it to your “to do” list, complete it now by clicking here. The survey will remain open until February 28th. Results will be analyzed and shared.

Lot’s of community building events are coming up over the next few months. You will find a year long calendar of all HSA events here.  

Please mark your calendars with the following:

• Registration for the SRS Sweetheart Dance closes at the end of the day on Monday, February 20th. Please join us under the rainbow for An Evening in OZ on Saturday, February 25th. Photos, which are included in the registration fee, will begin at 5:00 PM and dancing with sweet treats will be from 5:30--7:30 PM. Registration can be found here.
• Save the Date! Bowl-a-Rama with Your Mama mother-son event will be held on Sunday, March 26th at New Milford Lanes. If you’re interested in joining that planning committee, please email hsa@srles.com. Event details and registration to follow.
• Our next Bingo Night is Friday, March 10th! Doors open at 5:45 pm, games begin at 6:30 pm. There will also be the Knights of Columbus Fish Fry food options available for pre-order that night. Please visit Kofc185.org/fish-fry between March 5th - March 9th to pre-order for pick-up before or during Bingo. 
• Save The Date: The 2023 St. Rose School Golf Classic will be held on Monday, May 22nd at Redding Country Club. For more information, visit saintrosegolfclassic.com.
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HSA Board Member Opportunities: Anyone interested in running for an HSA office (President, Vice-President, Treasure, Secretary) for the ‘23-’24 school year may declare intentions by April 1 to hsa@srles.com. A nominating committee will be formed to nominate a slate.The slate of candidates will be presented at the May 18 HSA Meeting, elections will take place via electronic proxy vote.

New Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities: We’d like to thank all of the individuals who have stepped forward to volunteer their time in support of some of the new positions that the HSA has created. We are still seeking someone to help lead our Fundraising Activities. If you are interested in serving in this capacity or in learning more about it, please reach out to us at hsa@srles.com. 

Playground Committee: The school playground will soon need an overhaul. Volunteers are needed to form a committee to research options for consideration, then develop a proposal including a timeline and budget. Proposal will be submitted to the School Advisory Board for consideration and approval. We expect this group to meet multiple times over the next several months. Interested in serving on this committee, or have ideas, contacts, or resources that could be helpful? Email hsa@srles.com. Thanks to those who have already stepped forward for this. We will organize a first meeting of that group in the coming weeks.

Click here for HSA calendar of events



Your HSA Board,

Isabel Almeida, President

Patricia Fragoso, Vice President

Dave Budzynski, Treasurer

Carrie Sirois, Secretary