The Morning Star Weekly Newsletter Vol 5, Edition 27 3/2/2021 |
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Dear Morning Star Families and Friends,
Exciting news....our new school "Class Dojo” point store is now moving from classroom to classroom for students to redeem their Class Dojo points. As part of our school wide behavior plan, students from primary through high school earn dojo points throughout the day for following the three school wide principals-Be Respectful, Be Responsible and Be Prepared. Students can earn points for positive school behavior such as treating teachers and classmates with appropriate words and actions, staying on task and following teacher's directions, and having materials so they are ready for learning.
The store is full of rewards for all ages. Pencils, scratch and sniff stickers, and scented play dough are some of the favorites with the younger students. Chips, snacks and drinks are favorites with the older students. In addition to the tangible items, students may trade their points in for coupons. Coupons may be used for breaks to draw, play, or be on the iPad, and for friend lunches or time to hang out with one of our coaches. Students can earn a coupon for special 15-minute recess with Mrs. Binder once a week or a trip to my office to say hi and choose a sweet treat. One of my favorite coupons is worth a lot of points, but students have the opportunity to earn 10 extra recess minutes for their entire class. We call this the 'recess hero' coupon.
Our new Class Dojo store is one way we are encouraging appropriate school behavior. As a school community, we know the importance of teaching and encouraging students to reach their full potential not only academically but behaviorally as well.
Way to go students. Keep earning your points!
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Monday, March 15th there will be no school due to a teacher planning day.
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Thursday, March 11th, 10:00 am our school Mass will be held at Christ the King Church.
Mass will be live streamed and distance learning students are required to attend virtually. Attendance will be counted towards their religion grade. Parents and families are also welcome to view virtually.
CLICK HERE to access our Mass Link at 10:00 am.
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FROM YOUR DEVELOPMENT TEAM |
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$50 OFF YOUR FOURSOME EXTENDED THROUGH MARCH 15th |
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A HUGE thank you to our SPONSORS so far...
Walsh Investment Consulting, J-Tech Institute, Nimnicht Buick GMC, Parliment Family Foundation and Auld & White Constructors
Please help us find Sponsors! We need a Putting Contest sponsor, a Dinner sponsor, a Golf Ball sponsor and a Cigar Lounge Sponsor.
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WE NEED PRIZES AND AUCTION DONATIONS! |
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Games and Silent auctions are a great way to maximize revenue for our school. And no event would be complete without fun prizes and a few tables filled with exciting auction packages. Items such as travel/dining experiences, sporting event tickets, beauty and spa certificates, sports memorabilia, music and entertainment venues, family outings, technology, gift baskets, jewelry and high-end items are just a few ideas. And of course, monetary donations are always appreciated. No item is too small or too large. We will put anything you provide to good use.
In addition to items your family donates, please ask the businesses you frequent to also help out. Click HERE to print a “Community Partner” letter that you may use when speaking to a business. Please make sure to also complete a donation form so we can thank you (and others) properly. Click HERE to print the donation form.
To discuss sponsor packages, prize donations or other ways you can help, please contact Maria Johnson, Director of Development, at (904) 962-5080 or development@morningstar-jax.org
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Our wonderful music teacher, Mrs. Militante, came up with a very creative way to teach students our mission statement. She taught them to use body percussion as they recited the MSS mission statement (below). Ask your students to perform it for you at home!
To watch students reciting the mission statement, click HERE.
Morning Star School Mission Statement
Rooted in the Gospel and strengthened by the sacraments,
the mission of Morning Star School is to provide a unique,
inspiring education empowering students with learning
differences to achieve their full potential.
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Sister Elise and Sister Rea were ready and dressed for Dr. Suess's birthday celebration. Sister Rea Wurmnest is a Sister of St. Joseph. She taught at St. Pius School for many years and later at Guardian Catholic School. She lives with Sister Elise at St. Joseph Convent. Sister Rea has been teaching math at Morning Star School to students in our Intermediate 1 class since January. Welcome Sister Rea, and thank you! |
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Students dipped yarn in glue and wrapped it around a small bowl to make a bird’s nest. Clay and feathers were used to make a little bird. Happy spring! |
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Sebastian is looking forward to St. Patrick’s Day! |
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HELP US RAISE MONEY IN 2021! |
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WHEN SHOPPING ON AMAZON SUPPORT MORNING STAR SCHOOL BY SHOPPING ON AMAZONSMILE INSTEAD!
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If you shop on Amazon, make sure you shop on AmazonSmile. It's exactly the same Amazon you love but a portion of your purchase price will be donated to our school each time you shop!
2. Select Morning Star School of Jacksonville as your charity of choice and start shopping!
3. Bookmark the AmazonSmile link and use it each time you shop with Amazon! (Proceeds will only be donated if you are logged into AmazonSmile).
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Download the NEW Box Tops App Today!
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Box Tops is a great way to earn fundraising dollars! And now there is a new phone app which makes it easier to earn points for our school! Shop as you normally would, then simply scan your store receipts to find participating products. The app will automatically credit your school's Box Tops earnings online. It's a much easier way to help us earn dollars.
Download the new Box Tops App HERE.
Watch a video about the new process HERE
You may still clip Box Tops and send them to school. Physical Box Tops clips are being phased out of production but may continue to be found on many products throughout the store.
A FEW THINGS TO REMEMBER...
- Turn in your box tops weekly. They do expire.
- Be sure to NOT cut the code off. We cannot use it if the code is missing even one of the digits.
- Place them in a zip lock bag and send them in with your student.
Thank you for supporting our fundraising efforts! Questions? Please reach out to Jackie Rodriguez, our Home & School Box Tops Coordinator at jaco_rodriguez@yahoo.com
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If you have a great story, please share it with us. We love showcasing the many talents of our students and their families. To submit a story, click the button below. |
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Our School Mission Statement |
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Rooted in the Gospel and strengthened by the sacraments, the mission of Morning Star School is to provide a unique, inspiring education empowering students with learning differences to achieve their full potential. |
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