St.RoseSchool Family NewsletterOctober 8, 2008 When they said, “Let’s go to the house of God”, my heart leaped for joy PSALM 122:1 MSG Ø Mandatory Class St. Rose has scheduled a special “Call to Protect” for Sunday, October 19, from 12:30-3:30pm in the parish center. The Archdiocese of Seattle requires all adults who drive on field trips, monitor students (in or outside the classroom), or participate in retreats, to take this course. Child care will be provided. Please sign up on line at www.seattlearch.org/sep/index.html, click on “register for classes”, scroll down to 10-19-08 St. Rose Parish and on the right hand side select “register here” or contact the school office to assist you. You may also enroll at another parish if it is more convenient for you. Thank you for your time! Ø Volunteer-Share Hour Opportunities 1) For the safety of our students we would like 2 adult volunteers in the morning from 8:00-8:15am and in the afternoon from 2:45-3:10pm (Wednesday 1:45-2:10pm) to assist our student patrols at the crosswalk. Please sign up at the school office. 2) Put your share hour dollars to work. We are in need of staplers, scotch tape with dispensers, and scissors. 3) Hand bell tables need recovering. Please see below. Ø Summer Reading Challenge Congratulations to all the participants in the summer reading challenge sponsored by the Parents’ Club. The students that took the challenge were: Zachary Duschik, Freddie Borovich, Andrew MacDonnell, Jaidon Marlow, Anna Brigden, Emma Doran, Bethany Marlow, Miriam MacDonnell, Kaisa Siipola, Michelle Chen, Jennifer Duschik, Julia Green, Sadie Nickerson, Michael Morgan, Corinna Lloyd, Alex Hisey, Emily Stiles, and one mystery person who did not sign their reading log. A second congratulations to Andrew MacDonnell and Alex Hisey for being the top readers in their categories. They will receive a $10 gift card to Border’s Books. All participants will receive a reading certificate and a special treat with their lunch on Friday. Ø Hand Bells Bell tables need help – For the past three years, Longview First Christian Church has generously allowed us to use their 3 hand bell tables. These are special tables designed for hand bell choirs. During that time they have been moved from music room to church to off site concert opportunities. Each table has 3 inches of foam covered by a light weight fabric. They are showing wear and need to be recovered. They need to be ready for the Christmas season. Need share hours? Have fabric skills? Please contact Karla Dudley. Fabric will be supplied. Ø Monster Mash Candy Call Mark your calendars! The Monster Mash is coming Friday, October 24 from 6-9pm in the St. Rose Parish Center. We are in need of small, individually wrapped candy to be used as prizes. Look for cauldrons at the office to drop off goodies. Please remember, any donations count toward share hours! Thank you. Ø Fall Fundraiser Success! Our Fall Fundraiser ended yesterday. Thank you to all who participated. Please be sure any late packets are turned in no later than Friday morning, October 3. All regular orders will be combined with on-line orders to help determine class participation and top seller winners. Product orders will be distributed before Halloween. Again, thank you to everyone who worked so hard to make this a successful fundraiser! Fall Fundraising Team: Annette Gushman, Vita Taormina, and Shawni Wheeler. Ø Auction News Thanks to the creative auction team members, our 2009 auction package wish list has been compiled and we need your help with the task of filling it. You or a group of families could bring in any of the following items: for the stocked patio bar – we need fun mixers, plastic stemware, and even little paper umbrellas; for the patio set – we need a patio heater; for the Blue Ray package – we are looking for 4 or 5 Blue Ray DVD’s to add; for the American Girl package – we need more American Girl accessories, such as clothing, furniture, etc.; another package is in need of Air Miles; and last, but not least, we are in need of licensed help to put together a Mom’s Spa Package. Also, we are looking to put together a Moms Spa Party and need licensed help. Don’t forget to check the idea board by the office. Please let us know if you have special talents or services you would like to offer! The next auction brainstorm meeting is Thursday, October 16, in the school conference room. Ø Field Trips * Thursday, October 2, grades 4, 5, and the advance band will attend the Southwest Washington Symphony Children’s Concert at the Columbia Theater from 8:50 to 10:30am. * Thursday, October 2, the third grade class will travel to Olympia to tour the State Capitol from 8:45am to 2:30pm. * Wednesday, October 8, preschool and kindergarten will visit the Longview Fire Department from 9:00am to 10:15am. * Tuesday, October 14, the kindergarten class will be going to the “Very Hungry Caterpillar” play at the Columbia Theater from 8:45am to 10:30am. Ø First Reconciliation / Eucharist Parents of second graders or older, it’s time to register for First Reconciliation and First Eucharist preparation. Please turn in the registration form, $25 book fee, and a copy of your child’s baptismal certificate (if they were not baptized at St. Rose) to the parish office. If you do not have the registration information, stop by the parish office and speak with Robbie or call her at 577-7346. Thank you. Ø Liturgy Schedule October 2nd 4th & 6th Grade October 3rd 3rd & 7th Grade October 8th 5th & 8th Grade Ø Sports Schedule October 6Huntington 8th away / 7th home 3:30pm October 7Three Rivers 8th home / 7th away 3:30pm Rosemary’s Reflections Dear Parents, Many of you know that I enjoy fishing. Earlier this month my I was fishing for that elusive sturgeon from the St. Helen’s docks. I always enjoy talking to the other fishermen as they share fish tales and tips with each other. But that particular weekend the topic of conversation was their jobs, past and present. I listened to their complaints towards bosses, duties, and fellow workers. Most didn’t have anything positive to contribute. I thought how sad it must be to spend eight or more hours a day doing something that didn’t bring joy to your life. When I could stay quiet no longer, I proceeded to tell them how blessed I was. Every morning the smiling faces of students greet me. My parents and staff are supportive and willing to assist whenever asked. My boss is always willing to listen. I shared how I have loved my job for 21 years. I wouldn’t trade the experiences I’ve had or the people I’ve met for anything. The men next to me were in awe of what I was saying! It was then that I realized that God has truly blessed me with the good fortune of being in the CatholicSchool system. I never did get that sturgeon. However one of the men showed up at my boat the next morning with a large bag of frozen fish he had caught the day before. He brought tears to my eyes as he said I had inspired him and that he was going to look for the positive in his chosen profession. I pray that each of you is enjoying your job and the people who work with you. Thank you for sending your children to St. Rose so that I can continue to enjoy this path God has chosen for me. May God bless you. Rosemary Griggs, Principal |
