Principal Thoughts from Mrs. Holub
Dear Families at St. John Fisher,
I would like to begin by thanking each and every one of you for your support throughout this week. The events from Tuesday’s lockdown are an unfortunate reminder for all of us that the instabilities of individuals can cause one to loose sense of security. Our community has once again shown our greatest strength-the community love for our great school. We will continue to provide your children with a safe environment as we have done for close to fifty years.
I am aware that some families want further clarification regarding the exact content of the unidentified caller’s threat. Following the recommendations from Portland police and the Archdiocese Department of Catholic Schools, I have chosen not to release specific details about the call to the community because it could compromise law enforcements investigation of the call. Although rumors will abound in situations like this, it is important to follow the procedures established to provide the greatest safety for our children.
After dismissal on Tuesday, the faculty gathered to de-brief how the situation played out. We will continue to analyze the scenario as a faculty and with the officers from Portland police, but are reaffirmed in the feedback Portland police have given us as they commended us on our professionalism and handling of this event. It was a first for our community, but reality is that these types of scenarios happen each day around the world. I certainly hope it does not become common practice for our community, but am proud of the way the faculty, students and parents reacted to the event.
Throughout the week we will continue to keep pickup from the classrooms and ask that all students enter through the main entrance of the school. We have been encouraged to bring back “business as usual,” but slow and steady wins the race. Thanks for understanding.
I hope we all use this upcoming Tuesday’s PTC meeting as a time for celebration for our school and community. We will be having a special giveaway with our new school logo and an exciting opportunity for a tuition credit will be announced. Hope to see you there at 6pm!
Another exciting event next week is our schools spring musical. Ms. Bjore and her group of talented superstars will shine Thursday evening at 7pm to show Sound of Music.
I wish all Mom’s a special Mother’s Day and am looking forward to another successful week at St. John Fisher!
Principal Thoughts from Mrs. Holub
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT MEMO
Everything You Wanted to Know
Week of April 28, 2008
PRINCIPAL THOUGHTS FROM MRS. HOLUB
The hustle and bustle of the past weeks activities led to a calm and “back to business” mode for St. John Fisher this past week. We had an amazing time at Jesuit High School for our Jog-A-Thon last Friday. A huge “Thank You” goes out to our four chairs, Marie Del Toro, Sue Grabe, Heather Radich, and Lisa Tillisch. Their hard work and effort led to over $19,000 raised for our school. After a morning of running, the afternoon was reserved to showcase our student’s talents at our Talent Show. Special thanks to our student board members and Darlene Sheridan, our second grade teacher, for organizing this event. We were all entertained! Our parish annual Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday was a great time for members of all ages in our community. Kathleen O’Donnell and Terri Strauss, our Spaghetti Dinner chairs, led an amazing number of volunteers feeding hundreds of people. There are numerous helpers that assisted towards the success of these events as well. Thank you to all who volunteered and/or sponsored these fund, and fun, raising events! We could not have done it without you!
On Wednesday night we celebrated the academic success of our thirty-eight seventh and eighth graders who had the distinguished honor of joining the National Honor Society. Congratulations on your achievements and keep up the hard work as we finish the year.
Looking ahead to next week, our community celebrates the second grade on Sunday as they receive the sacrament of Holy Communion. What a special time for the youth of our community as they join the long tradition of our Catholic Faith and fully receive Jesus Christ. We continue religious celebrations next Wednesday at our May Crowning ceremony at 2:15. Please see the attached flyer for further details regarding this event. Hope to see you all there!
Enjoy the sunshine this weekend as it begins to feel a bit more like spring.
CALENDAR REMINDERS:
Thu. May 1st – FT/Gr. 4 leaves for Oregon Trail Overnight – 9:00 a.m.
Thu. May 1st – Gr. K-8 Progress Reports sent home
Fri. May 2nd – Gr. K-8 Free Dress
Fri. May 2nd – FT/Gr. 3 – Oregon Symphony/9:00-11:30 a.m.
Fri. May 2nd – Gr. 4 returns from Oregon Trail Overnight
Fri. May 2nd – Gr. 8 Car Wash/3:15-5:00 p.m. (lower lot)
Sat. May 3rd. – Happy Birthday, Mrs. Sheridan!
Sun. May 4th – First Holy Communion Mass/2:00 p.m.
Mon. May 5th – SAC Mtg/5:30 p.m. (Conference Room)
Tue. May 6th – Strategic Planning Mtg/6:30 p.m. (Conference Room)
Tue. May 6th – Happy Birthday, Mr. Albertini!
Wed. May 7th – No Children’s Liturgy
Wed. May 7th – May Crowning of Mary/2:00 p.m. (in Church)
*Refer to flyer explaining the school’s policy for proper dress
Sun. May 11th – Happy Mother’s Day!
Mon. May 12th – NO SCHOOL! Archdiocese Inservice
Tue. May 13th – PTC Appreciation Party/7:00 p.m. (Cafeteria)
Wed. May 14th – Gr. K-8 Children’s Liturgy/9:00 a.m. (led by Gr. 6)
Thu. May 15th – Gr. 5-8 Spring Musical/7:00 p.m. (Gym)
Fri. May 16th – FT/Gr. 7 Art Museum/8:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Fri. May 16th – FT/Gr. 1 – Rock Museum/8:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Fri. May 16th – Gr. K-8 Jogathon Assembly/2:15 (Cafeteria)
PLAYGROUND DUTY SCHEDULE/11:30 a.m.-12:40 p.m.
Mon. May 5th - Lettiere
Tue. May 6th - Swide
Wed. May 7th - Ray
Thu. May 8th - Labasan
Fri. May 9th - Boileau
If you have a conflict with your scheduled duty, please contact Renee Huglin @ 503-244-2258.
HOT LUNCH VOLUNTEER SCHEDULE/11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Tue. May 6th – Strait, Grompe, Kelly
Wed. May 7th – Larsen-Clark, Cundari
Thur. May 8th – Gambee, Barton, Joyce
Fri. May 9th – Watson, Middleton, Herrmann
*If you have a conflict with your assigned day, please contact Carla Pacheco @ 503-244-1665.
MAY CROWNING OF MARY
May Crowning of Mary is scheduled for Wednesday, May 7th! YOUR VERY BEST DRESS IS REQURED! (NO SHORTS, JEANS OR T-SHIRTS ARE PERMITTED). Ceremony begins at 2:15 p.m. in the church. Please bring flowers to school by 8:15 a.m. and take directly to the cafeteria.
*PLEASE REFER TO THE FLYER THAT IS INCLUDED IN THIS WEEK’S FAMILY ELECTRONIC EMAIL FOR DETAILS PERTAINING TO APPROPRIATE DRESS!
May Crowning of Mary is a very special tradition at SJF and marks our annual tribute to Mary, Mother of Jesus. Everyone is invited to attend! All students are asked to bring fresh flowers directly to the cafeteria on the morning of, Wednesday, May 7th by 8:15 a.m. All students may wear clothing other than their uniforms, but are asked to "dress up" in honor of this special occasion. Please follow the guidelines below regarding our “Special Dress Code” for this event:
WHAT NOT TO WEAR:
• NO SHORTS
• NO JEANS
• NO T-SHIRTS
• NO FLIP-FLOPS
WHAT TO WEAR:
• Nice pants/slacks
• Collared shirts
• Dresses/skirts of church-appropriate length and fashion
NOTE: Please remember to bring or wear comfortable shoes for P.E.
Note: STUDENTS IN THE MAY COURT HAVE RECEIVED SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
REGARDING THEIR ATTIRE.
Students will begin to line up for the procession at 2:00 p.m., with the ceremony beginning in the church at approximately 2:15 p.m. Students will be seated by class in the front half of the church. We ask visitors to sit towards the back half and side sections.
*Remember: Please bring fresh cut flowers from your garden or store-bought
directly to the cafeteria on the morning of Wed. May 7th by 8:15 a.m.
(Buckets with water will be available.)
Thank you in advance for helping to make our May Crowning such a lovely event by donating flowers and helping your sons and daughters choose their outfits.
I look forward to seeing you at this special event.
Sincerely,
Merrit Holub, Principal
JOGATHON THANKS
A big ‘THANK YOU” to all of you who volunteered for the 2008 Jogathon! It was a great success and we could not have done it without all of you!! Please remember that all money is due by Tuesday, May 13th. The final Jogathon Celebration Assembly is scheduled for Friday, May 16th @ 2:15 p.m.
NEWS FROM THE PTC
Thank you to all of you that have signed up and returned your Family Volunteer forms. If you haven’t already done so, please do so. There’s still time! We have some key positions available and would love to see them filled:
*Auction Co-Chair (this could be two or more volunteers)
*Auction Procurement Chair
*Auction Underwriting Chair
*Uniform Coordinator
*Auction Class Package Team Leaders
Remember, these positions could be filled with more than one individual so…..if you know someone that you would love to work with this would be a great opportunity to do so. If you plan on coaching a CYO sport, please get your Family Volunteer signup form into the office as soon as possible. Please note that the finalized Family Volunteer Packet will be sent home with your formal registration the week of May 12th. Please take the time to look through it so that you will be aware of the positions you have signed up for. Also, take this opportunity to see what positions are still available and feel free to volunteer for those opened spots. Thank you again for all those who volunteer. Your hard work and dedication is greatly appreciated and expresses a sense of community. Thank you from the PTC.
SJF CHESS CLUB
Chess Club will resume this year on Thursday, May 8th @ 2:15-2:45 p.m. Come play chess with us. Students and parents are invited. We will meet in the 3rd grade classroom. Please bring your own chess board. We do have several chess boards available for those who don’t have one. Beginners through advanced level are welcome. We will all play and learn from each other. If you have any questions, please call JoAnne Kelly @ 503-293-2383.
PTC APPRECIATION PARTY – TUESDAY, MAY 13TH
Your PTC Board is throwing you a party you won’t want to miss! It’s our turn to treat all the wonderful families and teachers and thank you all for a great school year. The fun starts @ 7:00 p.m.
FIRST HOLY COMMUNION VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
It’s this weekend! We still need volunteers to help setup and serve at the First Holy Communion reception this Sunday, May 4th. Please contact Melinda Lewis @503-246-5678 if you are available!
GYM CLOSURE
Please note that the gym will be closed beginning May 10th-15th due to the spring musical rehearsal schedule. All after school/evening events are cancelled.
Principal Thoughts from Mrs. Holub
Using the words (and sign language) from our kindergarten class, “What a Wonderful World” it was last night with our Literary Fair. This event was a great time to join as a community and celebrate the accomplishments of our students. Thank you to all the teachers for working with the students preparing them for this fun evening and to all the friends and family who attended.
As this busy week continues, I think we are all looking forward to the Jog-A-Thon Friday morning. We will begin heading over to Jesuit at 8:25 with “opening ceremonies” beginning at 9:00. Our kindergarten through fourth grade students will jog from approximately 9:45 till 10:45 and our fifth through eighth graders will jog from approximately 10:45-11:45. We will participate rain or shine so please dress in layers to accommodate any morning showers. After lunch, we will have our talent show beginning at 1:00 on our main stage in the gymnasium. The week concludes with the spaghetti dinner on Sunday from 3-7. Tickets can be purchased through the office on Friday or at the door Sunday. Hope to see you there!
Looking ahead to next week, our seventh and eighth grade scholars will celebrate being inducted into the National Honor Society on Wednesday at 7pm. This distinguished group of students, who have maintained a 3.2 GPA for five of the last six trimesters, have the honor of joining this nationwide society. Congratulations to you! On Thursday, May 1st, our fourth grade will head on the Oregon Trail Overnight. Have a safe trip and we will look forward to hearing about the adventure!
In closing, let’s all say a prayer for sunny weather for our Jog-A-Thon!
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