Friday, December 22, 2006
Merry Christmas to All!
The staff of Visitation Catholic School wish you a blessed Christmas and a happy New Year.
Friday, December 15, 2006
Thursday Note Home
Dear Visitation Families,
As we get close to our Christmas break, there are a few personnel changes I would like to make you aware of.
I have asked our Kindergarten teacher, Patty Teich, to take on the responsibility of setting up the new Pre-kindergarten at St. Ann School. She has done a wonderful job with the Kindergarten and I am confident that she will do a great job setting up and running the new Pre-K program.
To take her place in the Kindergarten, I have hired Marjorie Hoffmann as a long-term substitute for the rest of the school year. Ms. Hoffmann comes with extensive experience in teaching both as a public school teacher and a substitute in the Catholic schools. She is also very involved in the religious education program at St. Patricks. She and Patty will be working closely to make the transition smooth for our kindergarteners.
I have also asked Christine Buzard, our playground aide, to become Patty’s full-time aide at St. Ann.
Aracely Perez has been hired as a part-time playground aide. Aracely is a new parent with a first grader and a fifth grader. She previously worked at Sacred Heart.
Finally, our kitchen assistant, Cindy Heinen has resigned as she was offered an opportunity for full time work at Target. We wish her great luck! I have hired Patricia Aleman to help in the kitchen. Patricia has previous experience in food preparation.
Please be sure to welcome Aracely, Marjorie and Patricia when you see them!
8TH GRADE PARENTS: Any 8th grade parent whose child is applying to Bellarmine and wishes to apply for financial aid can pick up the application papers in the office.
CONTEST TIME: PTO is sponsoring another contest with Box Tops for Education and Campbell Soup labels. The contest will run from Dec. 14th- Jan. 19th. The class with the most labels and box tops will win a pizza party! The second place class wins an ice cream party and the third place class wins a day of free dress. Start clipping!
THINGS TO DO OVER BREAK: In today’s packet you will find a reading chart for your child to fill out during the 14 days of the break. The amount of minutes each grade should be reading is on the back side of the chart. If your child follows the steps on the chart they will get a good reward when they get back to school! It will also give you a little quiet time! You will also find a flyer with lots of activities planned at the Tacoma libraries. Check it out for fun stuff to do!!
THINGS TO SAVE: Miss Fiona is asking for old calendars and "gently used" gift wrap. Please save those and bring them to the Pre-K when we come back from break.
KATE’S PARTY: Be sure to read the flyer in today’s packet about the potluck for Kate Amundson.
And finally, on behalf of all of the faculty and staff of Visitation Catholic School, I want to wish all of you the blessings of this Holy Season.
Peace and Blessings,
Sheila Harrison
As we get close to our Christmas break, there are a few personnel changes I would like to make you aware of.
I have asked our Kindergarten teacher, Patty Teich, to take on the responsibility of setting up the new Pre-kindergarten at St. Ann School. She has done a wonderful job with the Kindergarten and I am confident that she will do a great job setting up and running the new Pre-K program.
To take her place in the Kindergarten, I have hired Marjorie Hoffmann as a long-term substitute for the rest of the school year. Ms. Hoffmann comes with extensive experience in teaching both as a public school teacher and a substitute in the Catholic schools. She is also very involved in the religious education program at St. Patricks. She and Patty will be working closely to make the transition smooth for our kindergarteners.
I have also asked Christine Buzard, our playground aide, to become Patty’s full-time aide at St. Ann.
Aracely Perez has been hired as a part-time playground aide. Aracely is a new parent with a first grader and a fifth grader. She previously worked at Sacred Heart.
Finally, our kitchen assistant, Cindy Heinen has resigned as she was offered an opportunity for full time work at Target. We wish her great luck! I have hired Patricia Aleman to help in the kitchen. Patricia has previous experience in food preparation.
Please be sure to welcome Aracely, Marjorie and Patricia when you see them!
8TH GRADE PARENTS: Any 8th grade parent whose child is applying to Bellarmine and wishes to apply for financial aid can pick up the application papers in the office.
CONTEST TIME: PTO is sponsoring another contest with Box Tops for Education and Campbell Soup labels. The contest will run from Dec. 14th- Jan. 19th. The class with the most labels and box tops will win a pizza party! The second place class wins an ice cream party and the third place class wins a day of free dress. Start clipping!
THINGS TO DO OVER BREAK: In today’s packet you will find a reading chart for your child to fill out during the 14 days of the break. The amount of minutes each grade should be reading is on the back side of the chart. If your child follows the steps on the chart they will get a good reward when they get back to school! It will also give you a little quiet time! You will also find a flyer with lots of activities planned at the Tacoma libraries. Check it out for fun stuff to do!!
THINGS TO SAVE: Miss Fiona is asking for old calendars and "gently used" gift wrap. Please save those and bring them to the Pre-K when we come back from break.
KATE’S PARTY: Be sure to read the flyer in today’s packet about the potluck for Kate Amundson.
And finally, on behalf of all of the faculty and staff of Visitation Catholic School, I want to wish all of you the blessings of this Holy Season.
Peace and Blessings,
Sheila Harrison
Monday, December 11, 2006
Advent Program Thursday
On Thursday, December 14, at 7:00PM Visitation Catholic School will hold its annual Advent Program.
Doors open at 6:00PM, so arrive early for good seats!
We are very proud of the hard work the students and teachers have put into the program this year. Teachers are asking the students to dress in their Sunday Best.
Doors open at 6:00PM, so arrive early for good seats!
We are very proud of the hard work the students and teachers have put into the program this year. Teachers are asking the students to dress in their Sunday Best.
Friday, December 08, 2006
Feast of the Immaculate Conception (Pictures)
What does the "Immaculate Conception" mean?
God freely chose Mary from all eternity to be the Mother of his Son. In order to carry out her mission she herself was conceived immaculate. This means that, thanks to the grace of God and in anticipation of the merits of Jesus Christ, Mary was preserved from original sin from the first instant of her conception.
(From The Compendium Catechism of the Catholic Church, Libreria Editrice Vaticana, 2006)
Remember today is a holy day of obligation. If you did not get the chance to join our students at the school Mass this morning, please plan to attend the 7:00 Mass this evening at Visitation Church, or the evening Mass at your parish.
Here are some pictures from this morning's Mass, sponsored by the second grade and celebrated by Fr. Bryan:
God freely chose Mary from all eternity to be the Mother of his Son. In order to carry out her mission she herself was conceived immaculate. This means that, thanks to the grace of God and in anticipation of the merits of Jesus Christ, Mary was preserved from original sin from the first instant of her conception.
(From The Compendium Catechism of the Catholic Church, Libreria Editrice Vaticana, 2006)
Remember today is a holy day of obligation. If you did not get the chance to join our students at the school Mass this morning, please plan to attend the 7:00 Mass this evening at Visitation Church, or the evening Mass at your parish.
Here are some pictures from this morning's Mass, sponsored by the second grade and celebrated by Fr. Bryan:
Third Grade Coat Drive
The third grade students are sponsoring a Coat Drive to help people who might not have a warm coat to wear during this winter. They are collecting new and gently used coats in all sizes and colors.
Please bring your donations to the 3rd grade classroom. Last year the children bought in over three hundred coats and donated them to the Angel Room at St. Vincent de Paul.
They are hoping to exceed that total this year, so tell your friends and neighbors to clean their closets!
Please bring your donations to the 3rd grade classroom. Last year the children bought in over three hundred coats and donated them to the Angel Room at St. Vincent de Paul.
They are hoping to exceed that total this year, so tell your friends and neighbors to clean their closets!
Thursday, December 07, 2006
Thursday Note Home
Dear Visitation Families,
The school has been humming with preparations for our Advent Program. Children have been shopping in Santa's Workshop, and on Wednesday, St. Nicholas Day, there was a rumor that St. Nick himself visited. When the children heard that rumor, they each placed one of their shoes out in the hall. The rumors must have been true, as when the children looked, they found treats stuffed in their shoes!
Classrooms are finishing up Community service projects and there is definitely a sense of preparation around! We lit the first Advent candle on Monday and listened to prayers that focus on the coming of Our Lord. Those prayers continued through the week in classroom prayer services. Next Monday we will light the second candle and focus on how we can change our lives to welcome the Infant Child.
IN THE ENVELOPE: Included in this week's envelope, are the updated service hours and fund-raising totals. The reports reflect all pink slips turned in through December 1st.
SPEAKING OF SERVICE HOURS: Take some time to help decorate the church for Christmas and get your service hours in! Work will be happening on December 24th from 12 noon to 3 PM.
ADVENT PROGRAM INFO: Our wonderful Advent Program is set for Thursday, December 14, at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:00 PM. Teachers are asking the students to dress in their Sunday Best!
HOT CHILI TIME! Congratulations to the winners of the First Annual PTO Chili Cook-Off.
The Celebrity Judges choices were:
1st Place: Greg Reed
2nd Place: Kileen Swortz
3rd Place: Keith Wawrin
People's Choice Awards were:
1st Place: Keith Wawrin
2nd Place: Helen Johnson
Thanks to the celebrity judges: Fr. Tuan, Greg Morley, and Joe McCallum (Philly Joe's Restaurant).
PICTURE MAKE-UP DAY: Individual portrait make ups will be on Wednesday, Dec. 13th. Students who were absent and wish to purchase a portrait package should pick up an order envelope from the office.
Retakes are done at no charge only for those students who experienced a technical error, closed eyes, an error that is under the studio's control or a lab/printing mistake. If a retake is due to a hair style change, new glasses, different selection of clothing or other reasons beyond the control of the studio, there will be a $6.00 per package fee or a refund can be issued.
If you have questions, contact the studio at 253-841-2967.
COAT DRIVE: 3rd grade students are sponsoring a Coat Drive to help people who might not have a warm coat to wear during this winter. They are collecting new and gently used coats in all sizes and colors.
Please bring your donations to the 3rd grade classroom. Last year the children bought in over three hundred coats and donated them to the Angel Room at St. Vincent de Paul. They are hoping to exceed that total this year, so tell your friends and neighbors to clean their closets!
SAVE THE DATE: As you know, Kate Amundson, our wonderful parish administrator, is leaving her job at the end of December. The parish will be hosting a farewell party for her on Sunday, January 7th after the 10:30 Mass until 2:00 in the Lower Hall.
CHOIR OPPORTUNITY: Lisa Heyel, a parishioner at Visitation, has approached me with a proposal to begin a children's choir. She has a background in music and has worked with children and choirs before. Because this time of year is so hectic, she has decided to begin auditions in January after we are back in school. Look for more information as it becomes available.
Peace and Blessings,
Sheila Harrison
The school has been humming with preparations for our Advent Program. Children have been shopping in Santa's Workshop, and on Wednesday, St. Nicholas Day, there was a rumor that St. Nick himself visited. When the children heard that rumor, they each placed one of their shoes out in the hall. The rumors must have been true, as when the children looked, they found treats stuffed in their shoes!
Classrooms are finishing up Community service projects and there is definitely a sense of preparation around! We lit the first Advent candle on Monday and listened to prayers that focus on the coming of Our Lord. Those prayers continued through the week in classroom prayer services. Next Monday we will light the second candle and focus on how we can change our lives to welcome the Infant Child.
IN THE ENVELOPE: Included in this week's envelope, are the updated service hours and fund-raising totals. The reports reflect all pink slips turned in through December 1st.
SPEAKING OF SERVICE HOURS: Take some time to help decorate the church for Christmas and get your service hours in! Work will be happening on December 24th from 12 noon to 3 PM.
ADVENT PROGRAM INFO: Our wonderful Advent Program is set for Thursday, December 14, at 7:00 PM. Doors open at 6:00 PM. Teachers are asking the students to dress in their Sunday Best!
HOT CHILI TIME! Congratulations to the winners of the First Annual PTO Chili Cook-Off.
The Celebrity Judges choices were:
1st Place: Greg Reed
2nd Place: Kileen Swortz
3rd Place: Keith Wawrin
People's Choice Awards were:
1st Place: Keith Wawrin
2nd Place: Helen Johnson
Thanks to the celebrity judges: Fr. Tuan, Greg Morley, and Joe McCallum (Philly Joe's Restaurant).
PICTURE MAKE-UP DAY: Individual portrait make ups will be on Wednesday, Dec. 13th. Students who were absent and wish to purchase a portrait package should pick up an order envelope from the office.
Retakes are done at no charge only for those students who experienced a technical error, closed eyes, an error that is under the studio's control or a lab/printing mistake. If a retake is due to a hair style change, new glasses, different selection of clothing or other reasons beyond the control of the studio, there will be a $6.00 per package fee or a refund can be issued.
If you have questions, contact the studio at 253-841-2967.
COAT DRIVE: 3rd grade students are sponsoring a Coat Drive to help people who might not have a warm coat to wear during this winter. They are collecting new and gently used coats in all sizes and colors.
Please bring your donations to the 3rd grade classroom. Last year the children bought in over three hundred coats and donated them to the Angel Room at St. Vincent de Paul. They are hoping to exceed that total this year, so tell your friends and neighbors to clean their closets!
SAVE THE DATE: As you know, Kate Amundson, our wonderful parish administrator, is leaving her job at the end of December. The parish will be hosting a farewell party for her on Sunday, January 7th after the 10:30 Mass until 2:00 in the Lower Hall.
CHOIR OPPORTUNITY: Lisa Heyel, a parishioner at Visitation, has approached me with a proposal to begin a children's choir. She has a background in music and has worked with children and choirs before. Because this time of year is so hectic, she has decided to begin auditions in January after we are back in school. Look for more information as it becomes available.
Peace and Blessings,
Sheila Harrison
Friday, December 01, 2006
The Week Ahead (Dec. 4 - 10)
Everything you need to know for the upcoming week. Happy Advent!
Monday, December 4
Monday, December 4
- Free dress (provided the student wore a School Uniform to church on 12/2 or 12/3. Send note with student for teacher and bring can of food.)
- Santa Shop Set up - 11:00AM to 3:00PM
- NOON Dismissal - Report Card Preparation
- NO Hot Lunch
- Title 1 Meeting - 7:00PM - School Library (Parent meeting for families receiving Title 1 Services during 2006-07 school year.)
- return Thursday folders to school
- Free Dress, 1st Tuesday - Bring can of food for food bank.
- Santa Shop - 8:00AM to 3:30PM
- Advanced Band - 2:45PM to 3:20PM
- Adult Enrichment classes with Fr. Bryan Dolejsi at St. Ann’s Hall - 7:00PM to 9:00PM
- St. Nicholas Day
- Santa Shop - 8:00AM to 3:30PM
- Beginning Band - 2:45PM to 3:20PM (openings available)
- Santa Shop - 8:00AM to 3:30PM
- Thursday folders and scrip sent home with students
- NO Counselor on campus for students. Joel Hellenkamp is out of town until 12/14. Joel's schedule is set by teacher and/or administrator request. If you would like Joel to talk with your child, contact your child's teacher to make a request.
- Brownie Girl Scouts - 2:45PM to 4:15PM - Collier Center
- Chess Club - 2:45PM to 4:15PM - School Library -Bring a chess set if you have one. (4th, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th graders)
- PTO Meeting - 7:00PM - School cafeteria
- Full Dress Uniform
- Santa Shop - 8:00AM to 10:00AM
- All School Mass - 9:00AM to 10:00AM - All friends and family welcome to attend.
- Santa shop take down and clean up - 10:00AM to 2:00PM
- Beginning Band - 11:45AM to 12:15p (openings available)
- Advanced Band - 2:45PM to 3:20PM
- Scrip available at PM carpool - 2:45PM. If raining (or snowing!), will sell in PTO room.
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