SEPTEMBER 16, 2021
PRINCIPAL'S MESSAGE
Dear Parents,

Well, the good news is out and we are happy to formally announce that the St. George Fair will be happening this year. The fair committee has been busy making plans and we are looking forward to celebrating our St. George community on Friday, October 22 - Sunday, October 24. You can go to the fair website at stgeorgefair.com to purchase ride bracelets, secure sponsorships, preorder food and drink tickets, and purchase a fair t-shirt (by October 1st). The fair will also need volunteers so reserve the weekend and get ready to sign up because volunteer information will be available next week.

Mrs. Fontenot
Principal
Important Dates
Book Fair 2021
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Big Shot is available for pre-sale. The deadline to turn in the form with payment is September 23
Please note: The Book Fair Night originally scheduled for Thursday, September 23 has been cancelled.
Book Fair 2021
The St. George Book Fair is here! The theme this year is Books Bring Us Together! Please take note of the dates below:

September 17: Preview Week Continues
Students will visit to preview during their regular library time

Sunday, September 19: Book Fair Open House - 10:00AM-1:00PM
All are welcome!

September 20-24: Book Fair Sale Week Unfortunately, parents will not be able to shop with their children at school this week.
You can visit the bookfair online, set up an ewallet for your child, and get other information by clicking HERE

Questions? Contact Mrs. Taylor, Librarian Jennifer.Taylor@sgschoolbr.org 
September Stewardship Project - St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
September Stewardship Project
Dragons for St. Jude "Socking It to Childhood Cancer"

Monday - September 20th - Wednesday, September 29th
St. George School is dedicating the September Stewardship Project to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Help us "sock it to childhood cancer" by donating to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital during Childhood Cancer Awareness month.

Silly Sock Day - Wednesday, September 29
Students who donate to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital will sign their class poster and are invited to wear silly socks to school on Wednesday, September 29th. Students are invited to join in the "Sock it to Childhood Cancer Walk" in the courtyard on Wednesday, September 29 during morning arrival.

Thank you for helping St. George School "sock it to childhood cancer"! 
National Anthem Auditions - Friday, September 24
To our SGS vocalists who would like to deliver a powerful rendition of the National Anthem:

Your chance is here! The SGS Performing Arts Department in conjunction with the SGS Athletic Department will hold auditions for soloists to sing the National Anthem at St. George home game sporting events and other school events throughout the school year.


Auditions are open to all SGS students in grades 5 thru 8. A specific number of audition slots will be offered and filled on a first come, first serve basis.

Students selected will be assigned an event at which to perform by an impartial selection process.

Audition Guidelines
  • A capella version (no pre-recorded background music).
  • The Star Spangled Banner, first full verse, memorized.
  • Must deliver a clear, consistent, and correct lyrical performance.
  • Must sing on pitch and remain in the same key throughout song.
  • Singers must have proper microphone technique.

Auditions will be held on Friday, September 24, from 3:10 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Location on SGS Campus, TBA. Watch for an email with more details.


Questions regarding the SGS National Anthem Auditions? Please email Mrs. Jan Dupre, Performing Arts Director, jan.dupre@sgschoolbr.org, or call (225) 293-1298.
Child Nutrition Program Notes
Subject To Change
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All students will be eligible for free lunch this school year

Please note:
  • Child Nutrition Program policy is that extra funds are required to be in the student's account if milk, juice or extra sales are anticipated.
  • No charging will be allowed. Milk, juice and extra items will not be provided if the funds are not in student's account.
  • An additional charge of 65 cents will be issued if a student brings their own lunch and is in need of a milk or juice. Milk and juice purchases are not included for free without a cafeteria lunch.
  • Sign up for a My School Bucks account by following the instructions below.
  • Please find information regarding meal prices, extra sales, and payment methods on the Child Nutrition Program website here.

Follow the Child Nutrition Program on Instagram at diobr_childnutrition or visit the website.
Athletic Dragon News
It was a great first week of games and meets for all of our athletes! Best of luck to all the teams in the upcoming week. You can find the schedules below.

Football:

Sunday, 9/19
4th grade @ St. George 1:00
5th grade @ St. George 2:00
7th/8th grade @ St. George 3:30

6th grade under the lights @ Our Lady of Mercy 6:00

Girls Basketball:

Fri. 9/17
3rd Green @ St. George 5:45
4th White @ St. George 6:30
4th Green @ St. George 7:15

Sat. 9/18
3rd White @ St. George 9:00 am
3rd Green @ St. George 9:45 am
3rd Dragons @ St. George 10:30 am

Mon. 9/20
5th White @ St. George 5:45
5th Green @ St. George 6:30
5th Dragons @ St. George 7:15

Tues. 9/21
5th Green @ St. Jude 5:45
6th Varsity @ St. Jude 6:30
8th Varsity @ St. Jude 7:30

Wed. 9/22
3rd Green @ Sacred Heart 5:45
5th White @ Sacred Heart 6:30
8th Varsity @ Sacred Heart 7:15
Thur. 9/23 
3rd Green @ St. Aloysius 5:45
4th Green @ St. Aloysius 6:30
4th White @ St. Aloysius 7:15

Good luck to the 6th, 7th & 8th grade teams in the SJV tournament this weekend!!

Swim:
The swim team will participate in their first meet of the season Friday, September 17 at Crawfish Aquatics @ 4:30. Swimmers please arrive by 3:45 - good luck swimmers!!

Cross Country:
Good luck to all the runners in the Brusly Middle Invitational Saturday morning!

Team and individual fall sports pictures are scheduled for Monday, September 20th after school. Be on the lookout for an email from your coach with more specific time and information.

GO DRAGONS!!
Box Tops Early Bird Reminder
Dragon Hearts and Divine Mercy Girls
Please click here for link to registration and plans for this school year. We look forward to seeing you all soon!
DRAGON HEARTS CLUB
& DIVINE MERCY GIRLS
Registration for 2021-2022 Now Open! Deadline Saturday 9/25/2021

WHAT IS DRAGON HEARTS CLUB
AND DIVINE MERCY GIRLS?
Dragon Hearts Club is a service club for girls in grades KG-5th that was started in 2017 at St. George School. Our motto is “Do small things with great love” from Saint Teresa. We are focused on friends, having fun while serving others and learning about our Catholic faith. For our middle school girls (grades 6-8), we have the Divine Mercy Girls who get to do more hands-on service projects in and for our community.
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