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Dear Parents-
As we focus on our Lenten sacrifices and preparing for Easter, you may have time to join us for Stations of the Cross on Wednesday afternoons. Meditating on the Stations of the Cross helps us to appreciate the magnitude of Christ’s love for each of us, and reflect on whether we are living the life Christ wants for us. Stations are led by 8th grade students, and I am so very proud of their efforts. Each time I hear these students speak, I am amazed at their poise and confidence, which reflects not only on their dedicated teachers, but also on their loving families.
Parents are also reminded that during this holy season of Lent, students in grades 2-8 will attend Stations of the Cross each week on Wednesday afternoons. If parents MUST pick up a child early on a Wednesday in Lent, please plan to arrive no later than 2:00 PM (Grades 2-8 only). After that time, students will be attending Stations of the Cross in the church and will not be available for an early dismissal.
Teachers and students have been hard at work resetting expectations for behavior, accountability and integrity, and academic success; all had been affected by the pandemic. Faith, kindness, manners, hard work and honesty are integral to the definition of a Catholic school.
Trimester 2 ends on Friday, March 10, and there is no school for students that day. Monday, March 13 is the start of Trimester 3 and report cards will be available through PowerSchool on Friday, March 17 after 4:00PM. Just a reminder that the parent portal will close on Thursday, March 9 at 8:00AM, and will reopen Monday, March 20. If you have any questions on the parent portal, please contact Mrs. Pearce.
With the mild winter, we will be looking to make some adjustments to the end of year calendar. Stay tuned as we wait out the last few weeks until spring.
Remember that tickets are on sale for the spring fling.. our Shaken, Not Stirred fund-raising event! In addition to simply enjoying the camaraderie of our community, SJS has set three goals for our fundraising, including upgrades to our school security; upgrades to our outdoor classroom and environmental sciences curriculum, and upgrades to our music department adding musical instruments such as drums, and other percussion instruments that are easily shared among students. Generous donors have already begun making cash contributions to meet our goals….what an awesome community……and I hope to see you there!!
So that you are able to volunteer at SJS, all parents are encouraged to complete the two requirements of the Child Protection Program. Part 1 involves completion of a background check, and Part 2 requires attendance of a Virtus seminar. For additional information please access the quick guide info, or feel free to contact Mrs. Beth Covert at bcovert@sjcherndon.org.
As always, if you have any questions, or if I can be of any assistance, please let me know.
Refreshed, revived and renewed by "faith, love and hope." (1Thess. 1:2-3)
Denise Rutledge
Principal
Building Wisdom and Faith Through Service to God
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