Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac Catholic School Weekly Newsletter for January 23 - February 3, 2017
2016 -2017 Company of Mary Theme : "Celebrate Joy!"

Celebrate the Joy of Catholic Education! 

"Catholic education aims not only to communicate facts but also to transmit a coherent, comprehensive vision of life, in the conviction that the truths contained in that vision liberate students in the most profound meaning of human freedom."  Pope John Paul II
This Week's Schedule!

Monday, January 23rd
  • Accreditation Team Visit today!  12:00 dismissal
Tuesday, January 24th 
  • Choir 1 Practice at 7:30 am
  • Basketball games today!
  • Talent Show Auditions at 3:30 in theater
Wednesday, January 25th 
  • Choir 2 Practice at 7:30 am
  • Talent Show Auditions at 3:30 in theater
  • Basketball Games
Thursday, January 26th 
  • Band Lessons today!
  • Basketball Games today!
  • Talent Show Auditions at 3:30 in theater
Friday, January 27th 
  • Progress Reports sent home today!
Saturday January 28th 
  • Catholic Schools Week Kick-off Mass and Dinner
  • Catholic Schools Week Mass at 5:00 pm in the theater
  • Catholic Schools Week Complimentary Italian Dinner at 6:00 pm in cafeteria!  Please join us in celebrating our Saint Jeanne's Families!
Sunday January 29th 
  • Catholic Schools Week Nun Run at 8:00 am!  All proceeds go toward the Saint Jeanne's High School!
Monday, January 30th  - Honorable Catholics
  • Great Kindness Challenge - the Day of Compliments
  • CSW Pennants made by classes
  • Basketball games today!
Tuesday, January 31st- Earth's Citizens
  • Choir 1 Practice at 7:30 am
  • Flag Ceremony, Students bring a dollar to wear Red, White, and Blue Dress.  All proceeds go to the Wounded Warrior Fund.
  • Basketball Games today!
  • Cheer Practice 
Wednesday , February 1st - Active Life-long Learners
  • Choir 2 Practice at 7:30 am
  • Catholic School Appreciation Day
  • Basketball Games today
Thursday , February 2nd - Responsible Citizens
  • Teacher and Parent Appreciation Day with coffee and donuts at drop-off
  • Basketball Games today!
Friday, February 3rd  - Thoughtful Communicators
  • Talent Show at 8:30 am and 6:00 pm 
  • Free Dress for All!
News From the Principal

 






Dear Saint Jeanne's Families,

      As mentioned previously throughout these past few years,  we have been exceptionally focused with an abundance of hard work, effort, and energy exerted to our school-wide improvement process for our re-accreditation through WCEA (Western Catholic  Education Association) and WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges).   This in-depth study has challenged us to celebrate our many accomplishments, as well as recognize and address the areas of needed improvement as we continue the mission of providing a quality Catholic Education for our students.  We are ready for our official  three day visitation in February.  We are quite sure that the team will see that our school is continually progressing and improving each year. P lease take a look at what we have been able to accomplish in these  past six years since our last visit!     Click here - Since our Last Accreditation     Clearly, we have accomplished so much and have every reason to be proud of our school!  Please take a moment to look at what we've done!
    We are looking forward to the days ahead as we celebrate Catholic Schools Week.   "Catholic Schools: Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service" is the theme for Catholic Schools Week 2017, the annual celebration of the high quality, faith based education the Nation's Catholic schools provide.  "T he theme encompasses several concepts that are at the heart of a Catholic education. First, schools are communities-small families in their own right, but also members of the larger community of home, church, city and nation. Faith, knowledge and service are three measures by which any Catholic school can and should be judged. " We know that there is so much more to life than earning good grades.  We must also grow in our love of God, and follow His commandments as we serve others in His name.  Saint Jeanne's celebration begins January 28th with our Family Mass and Italian - themed dinner and Nun Run scheduled for Sunday, January 29th! The week will conclude with our Annual Talent Show which highlights our talented students!   Please see the schedule listed  above, on the side bar and the attachment below for more information!    Catholic Schools Week Schedule  
     Reflecting upon our mission as Professional Catholic Educators, we would like to take this opportunity to thank the Sisters of the Company of Mary, the administration, faculty, and staff for their service and dedication to the ministry of Catholic education.  We offer a special thank you to our wonderful parents for entrusting the education of your children to Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac Catholic School. 
      In closing, we thank you parents for your joy-filled partnership in the formation of your children.
In the Company of Mary Our Lady,

Mrs. K Mora     Principal
Home and School News

Get Ready, Set Go!
We can't wait for the Annual Nun Run!
Thank you Mrs. Kiggins for your 



Come and Celebrate our Catholic Schools Week Kick-off with Mass at 5:00 pm and Complimentary Italian Dinner to follow on Saturday, 
January 28th!
Mission Statement:
Inspired by the charism and mission of the Sisters of the Company of Mary our Lady, Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac School is committed to building a Christ Centered community rooted in the Roman Catholic faith. Our vision is to guide and challenge our students through excellence of teaching to develop a sense of ownership for their own life-long learning. Thus students can achieve their maximum potential to become faith-filled, literate, integrated, and contributing members of multi-cultural and global society.

Schoolwide Learning Expectations:

Saint Jeanne's Students are:
Honorable Catholics
Earth's Citizens
Active Life-long Learners
Responsible Individuals
Thoughtful Communicators
We have HEART!
We strive to Maintain the Flame, Extend our Hands, and Fulfill our Name!


           
 
 


This Week's School Menu!

January 24 - January 27

Tuesday - Chicken Sandwich Patty, Chips, Veggie, Fresh fruit

Wednesday- Super Nachos, Veggie, Fresh Fruit

Thursday- Beef Soft Taco, Veggie, Fresh Fruit

Friday- Dino Chicken Nuggets, Tater Tots, Veggie, Fresh Fruit

January 30 - February 3

Monday - Pizza, Veggie, Fresh fruit

Tuesday - Chicken Alfredo, Bread Stick, Veggie, Fresh fruit

Wednesday - Hamburger, Fries, Veggie, Fresh fruit

Thursday - Grilled Cheese Sandwich, Chips, Veggie, Fresh fruit

Friday -  Chicken, Rice, Veggie, Jello, Fresh Fruit

Saint Jeanne's Catholic High School!
Registration for High School is Now Open!
 

     Recent Saint Jeanne's Events!
 Saint Jeanne's First Band Concert!

The band just started playing in October of this year!

Saint Jeanne's Annual Spelling Bee

Congratulations Students!

SJDSL Mother and Son Super Heroes

Moms and Sons had great fun!

SJDLS Campus Ministry
Upcoming Service Projects for Middle School Includes:

Italian Dinner Night
Nun Run 
Reality Rally
Walk for Life
Fish Fry
   Catholic Schools Week Schedule!
Saturday - January 28, 2017
  • School Family Mass at 5:00 pm - Thank you fourth grade and our lovely SJDLS Choir!
  • Complimentary Italian Dinner to follow! (NJHS and CJSF serve) - Wonderful Dinner! - Thank you Sister Kathy and Sister Zina, Sister Ernestine, and Sister Rosario!
Sunday - January 29, 2017
  • SJDLS Nun Run at 8:00 am - Great Success! - Thank you to Violet Kiggins and all of the Home and School Board volunteers!
Monday - January 30, 2017 - Honorable Catholics
  • Morning Prayer
  • Great Kindness Challenge - Compliment Day for all!
  • Decorated Pennant with the theme of Catholic Schools from each classroom which will be hung in the cafeteria.
Tuesday - January 31, 2017 - Earth's Citizens
  • Flag Ceremony/Prayer Service  (We would love to have all parents who are active or retired military join us)
  • SJDLS choir will lead National Anthem to begin prayer.
  • Students bring in a dollar(s) and wear RED, WHITE, and BLUE and (donation goes to Wounded Warrior Fund)
  • Great Kindness Challenge
Wednesday - February 1, 2017 - Active Life-long Learners
  • Morning Prayer
  • Students writing prompt : I appreciate the opportunity to attend Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac Catholic School for the following reasons -
  • Great Kindness Challenge continues
Thursday - February 2, 2017 - Responsible Citizens
  • Morning Prayer/ Great Kindness Challenge continues / Students write and distribute appreciation letters
  • Appreciation for our community members:  Coffee and donuts for parents and volunteers / Morning treats for teachers and staff
  • Students wear Spirit Dress Today!
  • Pep Rallies sponsored by Student Council
Friday - February 3, 2017 -Thoughtful Communicators
  • Morning Prayer /Great Kindness Challenge/Year of Mercy continues
  • Talent Show for students at 8:30 am/Evening performance at 6:00pm  (Regular Schedule)
  •  Free Dress for all!
Saturday - February 4, 2017 -Appreciation Event
  • Office of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of San Bernardino presents the Catholic Schools Week Appreciation Dinner!
Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac Catholic School has officially opened the Capital Campaign 
for the High School!
Spread the word....!  See the donate button on the SJDLS website for the High School.