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News for the Parents of Saint Andrew Catholic School
April 10, 2018
Dear Families,
 
How the time flies! Only seven more full weeks of school remaining and there are numerous ways for you to get involved with our school community! One is to vote for your Advisory Council. The church elections began this past weekend and will continue next weekend followed by school elections. These members are your representatives and help administration with decisions to move the school forward. This Thursday, Saint Andrew will host our first annual Ignite Show combined with our Art Show. The hard work of all students will be displayed. Please come see your students' artwork as well as the independent study projects created by our Ignite students. Finally, please make plans to attend the Auction on Saturday, April 21st at River Ranch. This is an excellent way to support Saint Andrew while having a lot of fun! I look forward to seeing you at these events which demonstrate the strong relationship between our school and our families.
 
Only by His Grace,
Veronica Tucker 

UPCOMING CALENDAR REMINDERS

April 12th - Chicken Express Lunch/Dinner Out (Berry location)
April 12th - Ignite Student Showcase and Art Show - 5:00pm - 7:00pm in the gym
April 13th - Uniform Resale - 2:00pm - 3:30pm in the gym
April 21st - 20th Annual Auction & Gala
April 27th - Home & School Meeting - 8:10am in the Cafeteria
April 29th - Spirit Games

KENDRA SCOTT AUCTION PARTY


Thank you to everyone who came out and supported SAS at the Kendra Scott Auction Party. What a great evening. We made $1500! 

A BIG t hank you goes to Mindy Battenfield and Alison Coffey for organizing & hosting this event.
IGNITE SHOWCASE & ART SHOW

Please  email Mrs. Rasberrif you are interested in helping collect money at the Art Show on Thursday night.

LUNCH/DINNER OUT
FIELD DAY SHIRTS FOR PARENTS

Why should the kids have all the fun? 

If you want to order a field day t-shirt, you're in luck!  Field day t-shirts are provided by the school for students, grades Pre-K through 7th. 

This year, parents can purchase a field day shirt for themselves, or a younger sibling, for just $10. 

Two options are available: 
  • Order a shirt to match your child's homeroom, including student signatures. Each homeroom will have different colors.
  • Order a Columbia Blue shirt with field day design on the front, the back will be blank. 
Please click here to place your order and indicate which option you want.

Orders due by Friday, April 13.


NJHS TUTORING
If your child (2nd - 6th grade) needs help with homework, studying or organization, the National Junior Honor Society  Junior Ments can help! Tutoring will take place in Mrs. Reed's classroom from 3:10pm -  3:40pm*

Please  click here  to sign up for tutoring on Tuesday, April 17th.

SAINT ANDREW CATHOLIC AUCTION SPONSORSHIP
Thank you Steele family for supporting SAS with your
$2500 Auction sponsorship!

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS FOR 2018-2019

Did you know we will be offering a new PK3 Class next school year?
Tuesday/Thursday PK3 Class -  Parish Hall (8:00 am - 2:30pm)

The following programs will continue:
Monday - Friday 1/2 day PK3 Program - Parish Hall (8am - 12pm)
Monday - Friday Full Day PK3 Program - Parish Hall (8am - 3pm)
Monday - Friday 1/2 day PK4 Program - School campus (8am - 12pm)
Monday - Friday Full day PK4 Program School campus (8am - 3pm)
Extended Day Offerings from 7:00 am - 6:00 pm at an additional cost  

Please click here to register through the school website if interested before spaces fill up.  Please share with anyone you know who may be interested in these programs for younger students.

AUCTION
ONLY 11 DAYS LEFT UNTIL OUR BIG AUCTION EVENT!!

It's not too late to help:
  • Donate an item
  • Buy a family sponsorship
  • Donate money to underwrite the Auction 
  • Promote your business and buy an ad for our catalogue
  • Buy your $5000 raffle tickets
  • Volunteer to work the night of the Auction 
  • Purchase your tickets for the Auction and have a great time!!
Email Rose Hall if you have any questions or need any information.
SPIRIT GAMES
On Sunday, April 29, 2018, SAS will once again participate in the Stephen Breen Memorial Foundation Spirit Games 2018. As you know, this foundation has been a tremendous help in offering financial assistance to our families and families throughout the Diocese. 

If you want your children to participate and help SAS win the award for most participation, please click here to register online for this fun filled event. 

The day will begin with Mass 11:00am. After Mass there will be free carnival games, kickball, dodgeball, face painting and sand art. Nolan Catholic High School concession stands will be open for you to purchase food and drinks.

MEN'S SCRIPTURE STUDY
5-Week Study of the Biblical Roots of the Mass
 
Join us for a short, 5-week study,  A Biblical Walk Through The Mass . (Click on this link to watch a short video.) Join us on Tuesday nights at 7:00pm, beginning May 1st or Saturday mornings at 6:30am beginning May 5th, whatever works best for you and your family.  

Learn from the high-quality videos and workbooks from Ascension Press and discussion with fellow men from the Saint Andrew community.  If you've been hesitant to join us for longer studies, this is the perfect opportunity to try it out.  Come learn why we do what we do at Mass!  Contact   Jim Riney  or  Paul Bernardy  with questions.
 

MARIAN STATUES
The Spiritual Life Committee at Saint Andrew Catholic School offers two blessed statues to its families:  A statue of Rosa Mystica and an Immaculate Heart o f Mary Statue.  Each week (from Wednesday afternoon to the following Wednesday morning) two families will have the opportunity to take these statues home and use them as a source of inspiration, prayer and reflection. The tote bag containing the statue will also have  suggested prayers. This special tradition will hopefully be one full of meaning and faith for each of you.    Click here  to sign up.  

IT'S TIME TO ORDER YOUR SUMMER WORKBOOKS
Choose the level that matches your child's current grade level and then select your books. Your books will be delivered to the school within 2 weeks of the order deadline date. This is a purely optional program. Do not feel any obligation to participate.

For Summer Solutions English Grammar & Writing Mechanics, Problem Solving, Reading Comprehension, and Study Skills:
Choose the level that corresponds with the grade level just completed. For example, if your child is just finishing 5th grade, choose Level 5.

Summer Solutions Pre-K Math and Language Arts is intended for students who will enter kindergarten in the next school year.

For Original Summer Solutions Mathematics:
  • If your child has just completed kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th grade, choose the level of the grade just completed. For example,  if your child is just finishing 3rd grade, choose Level 3.
  • If your child has just completed 5th grade, choose Intermediate A.
  • If your child has just completed 6th grade, choose Intermediate B.
  • If your child has just completed 7th grade, choose Pre- Algebra.
  • If your child has just completed 8th grade, choose Algebra I, Part A.

SAINT ANDREW PARISH NEWS
NOLAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL NEWS

Nolan Catholic is now accepting applications for the 2018-2010 school year.     

The application is on-line on our website at  www.nolancatholichs.org .  The Apply Today button is on the home page.

BEFORE THE BELL
All students who are dropped off before 7:30am (before the crossing guard goes outside) must go to the cafeteria. This is to ensure the safety of our students.

On Friday's, a cinnamon roll treat is provided for all students who are dropped off for Before School Care.
SAFE & SACRED

The Diocese of Fort Worth requires all adults who volunteer at our school to satisfactorily pass a criminal background check, complete Safe & Sacred (Safe Environment) training, and agree to the Code of Conduct every three years. Currently the process is done online. 

If you would like to drive on a field trip, volunteer in the classroom, help at a class party, help at the Fall Festival, etc., please email  Lisa Harrington to begin the process. 

We appreciate your willingness to volunteer!!

DON'T FORGET THESE EASY WAYS TO SUPPORT SAS

Amazon Smile  - Support SAS when you shop on Amazon! Simply go to  smile.amazon.com/ch/75-6004189   to start shopping and Amazon donates to Saint Andrew Catholic School.

Tom Thumb Good Neighbor Program - last quarter SAS received $633.62 from the Tom Thumb Good Neighbor Program! All you have to do is link your Reward Card to the SAS Good Neighbor number. You only have to do this one time! To link your card to Saint Andrew, fill out the attached form and turn it at the store. The Saint Andrew Good Neighbor Number is: 661.

Kroger Community Rewards - Link your Kroger Reward card to SAS online at  www.kroger.com. Just login to your account or create an account and link to SAS in the Community Rewards section. Our name is listed as St. Andrew's Catholic School and our organization number is 80223. You must link your card each year.

AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING SCHEDULE FOR 2017-2018

New this year: tutoring will begin at 3:10pm and end at 3:40pm.  Please pick up your child from tutoring at the main entrance of the school no later than 3:40pm.

Email your child's teacher for specific details.


 
1st Grade
Kinsey- Monday
McCoy- Tuesday
 
2nd Grade
Louden-Monday
Schurman-Tuesday
Schreiber-Thursday
 
3rd Grade
Luskey- Monday
Harp-Tuesday
Sanchez-Thursday
 
4th Grade
Riley-Monday
Thompson-Tuesday
Cox-Thursday


5th Grade
Castorani-Tuesday
McGreal-Monday
Hentze-Thursday
 
6th Grade
Jones-Tuesday
Porras-Thursday
Watts-Monday
 
7th Grade
Alaniz-Monday
Stevens-Tuesday
Schwalbe-Thursday
 
8th Grade
Kincannon-Monday
Baker-Tuesday
Reed-Thursday


CONTACTS AT SAINT ANDREW SCHOOL

Who Do I Call?

Accelerated Reader - Janet Clarson 
Accommodation Plans - Angie King 
Advisory Council - Shannon Berndt 
After School Care - Susan Herman 
Athletics - Dana Cox or Mike Irwin 
Attendance - Olga Buster
Cafeteria Questions - Maria Gonzalez 
Communications - Lisa Harrington 
Curriculum - Angie King 
Development - Rose Hall
Discipline/Behavior Problems - Angie King 
Field Trip Drivers - Lisa Harrington 
Grades - Classroom Teacher
Guidance Counseling - Stephanie Mack 
Health Concerns - Nurse
Homework - Classroom Teacher
Home and School Association - Melissa Cawyer 
Learning Concerns - Angie King
Math Club - Paul Schwalbe or Angie Watts 
National Junior Honor Society - Carolyn Reed 
Parent/Student Handbook - Veronica Tucker 
Prayer Request - Lisa Harrington
Renweb - Mindy Dyer
Robotics - Julia McGreal 
Run Club - Shannon Irwin
Student Council - Stephanie Mack 
Substitutes - Angie King
Technology - Darlene Bauchman-Lopez 
T esting - Angie King
Tuition - Beverly Watkins 
Uniforms - Lisa Harrington 
Volunteers (Safe & Sacred Training) - Lisa Harrington
 
 
UPCOMING EVENTS

Please click here for a look at the latest upcoming events on our school calendar. Remember, this calendar is subject to change. Please check it periodically!

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Saint Andrew Catholic School is a Christ-centered community working in partnership with families to instill our Catholic faith, to nurture a sense of service, and to academically challenge the next generation of leaders in our global society.

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