Week of Monday, February 3rd
Week of Monday, February 3rd
Show and Tell: Letter J
Monday: Feast of Saint Blaise/ Make-up Computer class
Tuesday: Music
Wednesday: Mission Wednesday- ever little bit helps. Thank you! Gym
Thursday: Computers
Friday: Library
- Monday, February 3rd is the feast day of Saint Blaise. He is the patron saint of diseases of the throat. The children will have their throats blessed by Father.
- An Option C email was sent out a couple weeks ago regarding a quick check-in survey. You play an important role in the success of our school and students and we value your feedback.The survey should only take 5-10 minutes and your answers are anonymous. Please submit the survey prior to Wednesday, February 5th. A link to the survey can be found in the newsletter. Thank you!
- Please send your child with a winter coat, hat and gloves. We try to go out everyday even if it's just for a few minutes.
- Please make sure everything your child brings in is labeled. I have a couple maroon sweatshirts without names. If your child is missing a sweatshirt, please let me know. Thank you!
- The SSJ logo store has long sleeve t-shirts that Pre-K may wear instead of the school uniform t-shirt or sweatshirt. The store can be accessed through the school website. If you have any questions, please contact Regina Donohue at ssjlogowear@gmail.com
- Just a reminder: there is no morning Cares when the school has a two hour delay. Pre-K children with siblings may be dropped off at the Cavanaugh Hall doors beginning at 10:10. Pre-K children without siblings in grades K-8 should be dropped off at the lower lobby doors beginning at 10:25. Thank you!
- Student council is hosting a candy gram fundraiser. A link to the order form can be found in the newsletter. They are a great way to wish classmates, teachers and staff a Happy Valentine's Day. All orders are due by February 7th. The candy grams will be delivered on February 14th.
- Student council is also collecting new and gently used books for the BookSmiles Mission. BookSmiles gives under served children in New Jersey and Philadelphia the opportunity to build personal libraries starting at infancy. They also provide educators with books for their classroom libraries. Collection boxes are in the lobby by the front office and in the library.
- Emergency Baby Formula Collection- SSJ is collecting formula for newborns in need. The collection continues until Friday, February 14th. Thank you in advance for your generosity!
- SSJ is accepting donations of any extra LEGOS, K’Nex, DUPLO blocks, or Lincoln Logs to build up our supply of STREAM materials. Please send any donations to the school office. Thank you!
- SSJ is in need of substitute school nurses. If a parent is a nurse or knows a nurse who doesn't work full time and would be able to be called as a substitute, please let Sister Regina know. Thank you!
- We're in need of lunch volunteers Monday- Friday from 12pm-1pm. The link to the February sign-up genius is: https://www.signupgenius.com/
-SSJ Home and School is still selling raffles. You have the chance to win $200 dollars each Friday in the school drawing. Help support SSJ.
- Keep clipping Box Tops or scan your receipts to support SSJ. Information on the new mobile app can be found in the newsletter.
- Parent volunteers are needed to help with the spring musical, Shrek, Jr! Your child doesn’t need to be involved with the musical for you to volunteer. Please see the newsletter for more information.
- YEARBOOK: Please send any pictures of students during class parties, sports, recess, school activities, etc. to mariar@fmfcu.org or you can text them to 484-643-3264. Yearbooks can now be pre-ordered. More information can be found in the newsletter.
- SSJ is in search of a parent or two to chair the school yearbook for the 2020-2021 school year. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Kristen Ross at kross0601@gmail.com
- SSJ is in need of a volunteer for monthly Scrip account reconciliation. The volunteer is responsible for monthly accounting work to be provided to the Parish Financial Secretary by the 10th of every month. The reconciliation takes approximately two hours per month. This volunteer cannot be a member of the School Board, a Home and School Association Officer, or involved in the daily activities in the distribution of the gift cards. This is to ensure a proper segregation of duties. It is recommended that this individual have a finance or accounting background and be proficient in Excel. Please contact Marlene Deal at marlenedeal@comcast.net if you are interested in learning more about this volunteer position.
-Limelight Theater Company is having a Grease Sing-a-Long on Saturday, February 8th. More information can be found in the newsletter.
- SSJ Night at the Races is on Saturday, March 21st. Be on the lookout for how to buy tickets in February. Please contact Jen Doran with questions at jenniferdoran413@gmail.com
- The Mother/ Son event is back! Save the date for Friday, March 27th at Palace Bowling and Entertainment Center in Downington. More information coming soon.
- Save the date for the Sweetheart/ Father Daughter dance on Saturday, April 4th. Volunteers are needed to help plan. They're aiming to have a volunteer meeting at the end of January or beginning of February. If you're interested in helping, please contact Jeanne Andronowitz at (610) 308-0464 or at st_baci@comcast.net
- Discounted Hersheypark tickets are available for purchase through the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. All ages admission for the 2020 season is only $38.95 and represents a savings of 48% off the gate price. Tickets will be delivered to the school office on/before the week of May 25th. Please see the newsletter for more information.
Recap of the Week:
This past week was busy with all the Catholic Schools Week activities. We had fun visiting the book fair, watching the Talent show and learning about the 8th grade Science fair projects.
We focused on the letter S this week. The children glued a seal to the front cover of their letter book and completed four pages to improve letter recognition. The rest was sent home for homework. In Religion we read the story: "A Family's Love" and talked about ways we can show love for our family. We made love bugs from construction paper and painted snowy owls.
This Coming Week:
This coming week is the first week of February. This month the sensory table will be filled with red rice, heart gems, heart boxes, mini erasers, handy scoopers and tweezers. In the art center the children will have the opportunity to make their own Valentine's day cards/ pictures.
We'll be focusing on the letter J this week. The children will complete two pages in their letter book. The rest will be sent home for homework. We'll practice forming letter J with play doh during centers. We'll read about being a good friend in our Scholastic weekly reader. In Religion we'll read the bible story: "New Friends of Jesus" and talk about how we can live as a friend of Jesus.
Due to all the activities last week we didn't get to start building our ramps. My hope is that this week we'll have the time to start building ramps in small groups. We'll also be painting hearts at the easel.
**You must have all your clearances to volunteer. For more information on obtaining the required clearances, please contact Candy Savarese in the Rectory at csavarese@simonandjude.org
- If your child's dismissal procedure changes, I must be emailed by 1:00pm. If it's past 1:00pm, please call the main office.
Show and Tell: Letter J
Monday: Feast of Saint Blaise/ Make-up Computer class
Tuesday: Music
Wednesday: Mission Wednesday- ever little bit helps. Thank you! Gym
Thursday: Computers
Friday: Library
- Monday, February 3rd is the feast day of Saint Blaise. He is the patron saint of diseases of the throat. The children will have their throats blessed by Father.
- An Option C email was sent out a couple weeks ago regarding a quick check-in survey. You play an important role in the success of our school and students and we value your feedback.The survey should only take 5-10 minutes and your answers are anonymous. Please submit the survey prior to Wednesday, February 5th. A link to the survey can be found in the newsletter. Thank you!
- Please send your child with a winter coat, hat and gloves. We try to go out everyday even if it's just for a few minutes.
- Please make sure everything your child brings in is labeled. I have a couple maroon sweatshirts without names. If your child is missing a sweatshirt, please let me know. Thank you!
- The SSJ logo store has long sleeve t-shirts that Pre-K may wear instead of the school uniform t-shirt or sweatshirt. The store can be accessed through the school website. If you have any questions, please contact Regina Donohue at ssjlogowear@gmail.com
- Just a reminder: there is no morning Cares when the school has a two hour delay. Pre-K children with siblings may be dropped off at the Cavanaugh Hall doors beginning at 10:10. Pre-K children without siblings in grades K-8 should be dropped off at the lower lobby doors beginning at 10:25. Thank you!
- Student council is hosting a candy gram fundraiser. A link to the order form can be found in the newsletter. They are a great way to wish classmates, teachers and staff a Happy Valentine's Day. All orders are due by February 7th. The candy grams will be delivered on February 14th.
- Student council is also collecting new and gently used books for the BookSmiles Mission. BookSmiles gives under served children in New Jersey and Philadelphia the opportunity to build personal libraries starting at infancy. They also provide educators with books for their classroom libraries. Collection boxes are in the lobby by the front office and in the library.
- Emergency Baby Formula Collection- SSJ is collecting formula for newborns in need. The collection continues until Friday, February 14th. Thank you in advance for your generosity!
- SSJ is accepting donations of any extra LEGOS, K’Nex, DUPLO blocks, or Lincoln Logs to build up our supply of STREAM materials. Please send any donations to the school office. Thank you!
- SSJ is in need of substitute school nurses. If a parent is a nurse or knows a nurse who doesn't work full time and would be able to be called as a substitute, please let Sister Regina know. Thank you!
- We're in need of lunch volunteers Monday- Friday from 12pm-1pm. The link to the February sign-up genius is: https://www.signupgenius.com/
- SSJ registration for current students and siblings is now open for the 2020-2021 school year. Tuition assistance is available for all families that qualify or have a short-term financial need. Please see the newsletter for more information.
-SSJ Home and School is still selling raffles. You have the chance to win $200 dollars each Friday in the school drawing. Help support SSJ.
- Keep clipping Box Tops or scan your receipts to support SSJ. Information on the new mobile app can be found in the newsletter.
- Parent volunteers are needed to help with the spring musical, Shrek, Jr! Your child doesn’t need to be involved with the musical for you to volunteer. Please see the newsletter for more information.
- YEARBOOK: Please send any pictures of students during class parties, sports, recess, school activities, etc. to mariar@fmfcu.org or you can text them to 484-643-3264. Yearbooks can now be pre-ordered. More information can be found in the newsletter.
- SSJ is in search of a parent or two to chair the school yearbook for the 2020-2021 school year. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Kristen Ross at kross0601@gmail.com
- SSJ is in need of a volunteer for monthly Scrip account reconciliation. The volunteer is responsible for monthly accounting work to be provided to the Parish Financial Secretary by the 10th of every month. The reconciliation takes approximately two hours per month. This volunteer cannot be a member of the School Board, a Home and School Association Officer, or involved in the daily activities in the distribution of the gift cards. This is to ensure a proper segregation of duties. It is recommended that this individual have a finance or accounting background and be proficient in Excel. Please contact Marlene Deal at marlenedeal@comcast.net if you are interested in learning more about this volunteer position.
-Limelight Theater Company is having a Grease Sing-a-Long on Saturday, February 8th. More information can be found in the newsletter.
- Save the Date for SSJ's Bag Bingo on Thursday, 2/27 in the Meehan Center. There's a link to tickets in the newsletter. Reserved tables of 8-10 can be made once everyone in the group has purchased their tickets. For more information or to donate a bag/door prize, please contact Kris Ross at kross0601@gmail.com or Anne Marie Gerhart at annemarie.gerhart@gmail.com.
- SSJ Night at the Races is on Saturday, March 21st. Be on the lookout for how to buy tickets in February. Please contact Jen Doran with questions at jenniferdoran413@gmail.com
- The Mother/ Son event is back! Save the date for Friday, March 27th at Palace Bowling and Entertainment Center in Downington. More information coming soon.
- Save the date for the Sweetheart/ Father Daughter dance on Saturday, April 4th. Volunteers are needed to help plan. They're aiming to have a volunteer meeting at the end of January or beginning of February. If you're interested in helping, please contact Jeanne Andronowitz at (610) 308-0464 or at st_baci@comcast.net
- Discounted Hersheypark tickets are available for purchase through the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. All ages admission for the 2020 season is only $38.95 and represents a savings of 48% off the gate price. Tickets will be delivered to the school office on/before the week of May 25th. Please see the newsletter for more information.
Recap of the Week:
This past week was busy with all the Catholic Schools Week activities. We had fun visiting the book fair, watching the Talent show and learning about the 8th grade Science fair projects.
We focused on the letter S this week. The children glued a seal to the front cover of their letter book and completed four pages to improve letter recognition. The rest was sent home for homework. In Religion we read the story: "A Family's Love" and talked about ways we can show love for our family. We made love bugs from construction paper and painted snowy owls.
This Coming Week:
This coming week is the first week of February. This month the sensory table will be filled with red rice, heart gems, heart boxes, mini erasers, handy scoopers and tweezers. In the art center the children will have the opportunity to make their own Valentine's day cards/ pictures.
We'll be focusing on the letter J this week. The children will complete two pages in their letter book. The rest will be sent home for homework. We'll practice forming letter J with play doh during centers. We'll read about being a good friend in our Scholastic weekly reader. In Religion we'll read the bible story: "New Friends of Jesus" and talk about how we can live as a friend of Jesus.
Due to all the activities last week we didn't get to start building our ramps. My hope is that this week we'll have the time to start building ramps in small groups. We'll also be painting hearts at the easel.
Important Dates
Theses dates are subject to change
Ash Wednesday Dine and Donate Fundraiser at Pica's 2/26
SSJ Bag Bingo Night 2/27
Dine and Donate Fundraiser at Bonefish Grill 3/12-3/15
Donuts with Dad 3/19 8:45am-9:30am
SSJ Night at the Races 3/21
Mother/Son event at Palace Bowling and Entertainment Center 3/27
Father Daughter Dance 4/4
Muffins with Mom 5/7 8:45am-9:30am
Preschool Spirit Day 5/27 10:00am-10:45am
Preschool Beach Day 6/4, 11:45am dismissal
Preschool Beach Day 6/4, 11:45am dismissal
Preschool Closing Ceremonies 6/5, 9:30am
**You must have all your clearances to volunteer. For more information on obtaining the required clearances, please contact Candy Savarese in the Rectory at csavarese@simonandjude.org
*Reminder: If your child is absent please email myself at mpmauer@simonandjude.org as well as Mrs. Conlon in the main office at mconlon@simonandjude.org Thank you!
- If your child's dismissal procedure changes, I must be emailed by 1:00pm. If it's past 1:00pm, please call the main office.
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