January 17th - January 22nd
2021
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The Virtue of Docility
Definition: Willingness to be taught
DOCILITY LOOKS LIKE:
- Being taught by someone else
- Listening to another person
- Listening to and thinking about another person’s idea or opinion
- Taking correction peacefully
- Willing to listen to directions
DOCILITY SOUNDS LIKE:
- Thank you for teaching me.
- I will listen to you.
- What do you think about this?
- I am sorry. I will try not to do that again.
- Yes, I am listening.
FEATURED SCRIPTURE:
"Samuel! Samuel!" And Samuel said, "Speak, for thy servant hears."
1 SAMUEL 3:1-10
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When the Spanish settlers came to Mexico in the 1500s, missionaries came with them. At first not very many Aztec Indians converted to the faith, but Juan did, and he was very eager to learn about his new faith. He would walk for miles to go to Mass. One day while walking, he heard the voice of a woman calling him. She asked him to tell the bishop to build her a shrine. When Juan went to him, the bishop asked for a sign. Juan Diego returned to the hill and found roses there, even though it was winter. The Lady arranged them in his cloak. When Juan showed the roses to the bishop, a miraculous image of the Lady was on his cloak. A shrine was built there to Our Lady of Guadalupe, and millions of people were converted.
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DATES: 1474-1548
FEAST: Dec 9
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Monday 1/18
No School-In Observance of
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
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Basketball Practice
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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*LAST DAY TO PURCHASE YEARBOOK ADS!
(scroll down for info)
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Tuesday 1/19
Regular Academic Day
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Wednesday 1/20
Regular Academic Day
(2:15, 2:25 dismissal)
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Mass 8:15 am
Grades 3-8 Live in the MAC
Pre-K - 2nd Live Stream via Zoom
or use meeting id#:
458 078 3617
pw: rpa
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Basketball @ TVS
Girls 4:00pm, Boys 5:00 pm
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Thursday 1/21
Regular Academic Day
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Basketball Practice
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Friday 1/22
Regular Academic Day
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Sunday, January 24th, 2021
Third Sunday in Ordinary Time
"Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men."
~Mark 1:14-20
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Act of Spiritual Communion |
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NEW CONTEST!
We are looking for your story!
Each of us has a story to tell about RPA.
We hear many of these stories in passing each and every day. We want to share these stories and let others know what makes RPA so special to us all.
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IDEAS:
There is something that you just LOVE about RPA. What is it?
What is that something that brought you to RPA?
What is keeping you at RPA?
How would you describe RPA to a prospective family?
What is something you hope never changes about RPA?
What effect has RPA had on your child or family?
What has your family received from RPA that is immeasurable?
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In just a few words, or a short paragraph, describe to us what makes RPA such a special place for your child and family.
Students are welcome to write their own stories too!
Email stories to:
Stories will be judged in the following categories:
Endearing, Funny, Unique, Inspirational
Prizes will be awarded!
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WIN A Chick-fil-A
gift card!
(ANYONE CAN WIN)
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FIND REX HIDDEN IN THIS NEWSLETTER |
THE REX YOU SEE HERE IS HIDDEN SOMEWHERE IN THIS NEWSLETTER!
Email Jennifer Scarafile by 1/22 with the correct location and WIN! All correct guesses will be put into A WEEKLY drawing to win a CHICK-FIL-A gift card!
Congratulations to the Rabbito family for finding REX last week!
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Kings' Campaign
Annual Appeal
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Thank you to everyone who has given so generously to our 2020-21 Kings' Campaign! You have helped us achieve our monetary goal!
There is STILL a NEED-
The need is greater than ever this year-
we need everyone's help.
We NEED 100% participation to cover our expenses and provide the highest level of excellence in education during this most unusual year.
If you have not done so already, please consider a gift to our Annual Appeal.
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Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver."
~2 Corinthians 9:7
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CONSIDER A RECURRING GIFT! |
New this year! Select your payment amount, frequency, and start date; it's that easy!
With only $10/month your annual Kings' Campaign contribution equals $120!
A $15/monthly gift equals a $180 yearly contribution!
A $25 monthly gift equals a $300 Kings' Campaign contribution!
Attention Alumni: consider starting a $5/month gift for an annual Kings' Campaign contribution of $60!
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We know that with YOUR support and generosity, we can and will reach our goal of 100% participation!
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YOU CAN HELP US REACH 100%
Participation
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Donate by mail!
Donate in person!
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Please return your Annual Appeal pledge and watch our Donor Giving Tree grow!
With your generous donation, your name will be added to the Giving Tree in the main office.
THANK YOU, MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU!
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RPA Partnership Opportunity!
be a part of this wonderful opportunity and support the RPA Mission!
Proudly showcase your business and partnership with RPA while supporting our Kings' Campaign!
(space is limited-sign up now!)
Do you know someone that might be interested? Please let Sherri Waller know!
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PLEASE SUPPORT OUR PARTNERS! |
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Include your Business in our
NEW 2021 Digital Guide!
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RPA's NEW
Digital Community Guide!
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Candy Gram forms are being sent home with your child this week.
Completed forms must be returned to your homeroom teacher by
February 5th!
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Candy grams will be distributed on February 12th |
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With only 6 families participating,
$254.20
has been raised for RPA so far!
THANK YOU!
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Every gift card you purchase earns a rebate for our school! You will still receive the full face value of the card you purchased. E-cards are simple to purchase and can be used immediately after purchase. You can literally purchase them while waiting in line and use them to pay when you get to the register! That simple!
Use on everyday purchases and help support RPA's Academic programs!
If you want to purchase a physical gift card, please choose the "mail to your home" option.
Important Reminders:
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E-Cards can be purchased for a gift as long as you’re logged into ShopWithScrip.com. Send an eGift card directly to someone’s inbox to surprise them with a special gift. The recipient will receive an email with a personalized note you can write, then they follow a link to view and print their eGift card. They can use it shop online or in-store. These are emailed immediately.
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Purchase Physical Gift Cards for gifts-This can ONLY be done on the RaiseRight App on your smart phone or device. These typically have a 3-day delivery.
- Setting up your bank account makes the most sense. You only pay .15 for purchases. Credit cards can be used but result in slightly higher fees.
The pay by check option and the deliver to administrator options are NOT available at this time.
THANK YOU TO BRIDGET DAVIS for coordinating this fabulous fundraiser.
Questions may be directed to
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION!
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Another way to support the
2020-21
Kings' Campaign!
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This year, participation in the Love Lines program will also be recognized as part of your total 2020-21 Kings' Campaign annual donation!
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A few updates from our PVO Fundraisers:
Chick-fil-A Spirit Night over $800 raised!
Texas Roadhouse Spirit Night raised $85.62
Christmas T-shirts raised $824.87
Mr. Big Fish bingo raised $1,460.00
Christmas dress Down Day raised $355.00
Brunch with Santa "fun-raiser" raised $299.44
EVERY little bit YOU do helps!
Thank YOU for all you do!
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From the Desk of
Coach Bucknell...
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JV Girls and Boys Basketball teams are BOTH
UNDEFEATED!
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SAFETY PROTOCOLS ARE IN PLACE AS PER THE SAC
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We would like to THANK
Mrs. Crews and her family
for donating these beautiful NEW uniforms to the JV Girls Team!
Don't they look amazing?
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A few scenes from this week's game against Naples Christian Academy... |
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Reminders from Nurse Tracey... |
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KEEPING RPA HEALTHY!
Nurse Tracey
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Please keep in mind our illness guidelines when returning to school in January.
If you were are close contact to anyone that has tested positive for COVID-19 you must stay away from school.
If you have any questions, please email:
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Buy Yearbooks and Yearbook Ads in a Snap! |
Yearbooks can now be purchased for the 2020-21 school year.
Deadline for Yearbook ads is January 18th!
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The last pick up for After-School Care is 5:30 pm this year.*
(This is a change from last year)
*Late charges will be applied to your bill
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SIGN UP ON YOUR PICK UP PATROL! |
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LUNCH OPTIONS
Breads & Spreads
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HAPPENING AROUND CAMPUS
THIS WEEK
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RPA's Annual Spelling Bee! |
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Grades 6th -8th competed in the RPA Annual Spelling Bee. 5th Grade was invited to come and watch the finals in the MAC this week!
A Special Thank you to Mrs. Bucknell for her hard work and organization of this annual event!
Thank you to the judges:
Ms. Wojcik and Miss Gorda!
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Winners were (from L-R)
1st-Mackenzie Mullin ; 2nd Adie Werner; 3rd-Leandro Pacheco; Alternate-Rita Saadeh
1st -3rd place will advance to the Collier County Bee in March!
Congratulations to all our contestants!
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RPA's Annual Geography Bee! |
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On January 6 and 7th, all middle school students in 5th through 8th grade participated in the preliminary rounds of the 2021 RPA Geography Bee. The classroom winners from 6th-8th grade advanced to the final rounds of the competition which were held in the MAC on Thursday. The two 8th grade finalists, Johnny Klevanosy and Ava Graddy, advanced to the championship round. The two tied in the championship round which forced a tie-breaker round. Both Johnny and Ava were strong contestants, but Ava was victorious in the end!
Congratulations to all the classroom winners and a special congratulations to our 2021 champion Ava Graddy!
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A Heartfelt Thank you to Mrs. Crews for her hard work, dedication, and organization of this annual event!
Thank you also to our judges:
Mr. Smith, Miss Gorda and Ms. Wojcik
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It is with great excitement that RPA announces the classroom winners of our RPA Geography Bee 2021!
5A - Sophia Schuetz
5B- Aria Trigilio
6A-Leandro Pacheco
6B-Bianca Boff
7th - Katie Saadeh and Mackenzie Mullin
8th - Ava Graddy and Johnny Klevanosky
Congratulations to all of our winners!
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RPA House Update
LEADER BOARD AS OF 1-15-21:
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Don't forget to follow us on social media this year!
(Please like us on Facebook!)
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Join AmazonSmile
If you are not already an AmazonSmile member, sign up on your web browser. Simply select your favorite charity to start generating donations, at no cost to you.
A CHANCE TO GIVE BACK WHILE YOU SHOP!
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RPA's Prayer List is for friends and family of RPA
If you would like to include a name of a loved one to our list, please send email to:
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Royal Palm Academy's Prayer List
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God."
~James 5:16
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“O Lady of Good Health,
our Merciful Father chose you to be a powerful intercessor in times of trouble and woe.
As in past centuries when you have ended contagious diseases, we implore you now to end the Coronavirus which is damaging the health of many and spreading fear in our communities.
Teach us not to be afraid, to be courageous and generous in offering assistance to others, and to live joyfully in the state of grace.
Holy Mary, Mother of God, Pray for us now and at the hour of our death. Amen.”
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Prayers Needed For:
Darlene Waller
Irma Ozores
Kenneth Blankenship
Sarah Boggs
Bertha Noy
Barbara Tabler
Terri Tabler
Dave Bolser
Gay Rogers
Raquel Prieguez
Ruben Seoanes
Randel Scharf
Raquel Prieguez
Gladys Blanco
Julie Ringhofer
Col J.T. Sehulster
RC Schmidt
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Repose of the Soul:
Rosemary Burke
Russell L. Cockrum
Elaine Buscemi
Jacob Meijer
Ricardo Flores
Rita Ann Sopchak
Richard J. Hanafin
Galterius A. Grajo, MD
Curtiss Giller
Hilda Saadeh
Judi Schwartz
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Parents, please share any special intentions for family and friends:
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Follow us on Social Media
LIKE US on Facebook
THANK YOU!
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