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Upcoming Events:
Thurs, Apr 27
Showcase of Learning
(6:30 - 8 pm)
Fri, Apr 28
Author Visit - Nancy Row Primm
Wed, May 3
Author Visit - Dr. Becker
Interims Published
Thurs, May 4
Bring a Disciple to Mass - Kindergarten
Mon, May 8
All School Rosary (2 pm)
SPICE Meeting (7 pm)
Wed, May 10
First Communion Rehearsal (6:30 pm)
Thurs, May 11
Preschool 3's Mom's Hat Party
Fri, May 12
Preschool 4's Dad's Party
PreK Mother's Day Tea
7th Grade Scholarship Competition (12 pm)
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Dear Parents,
Today is our very last CARE meeting for the year. Our students will be learning about the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. Also known as America's Catholic Church, it is located in Washington, DC. Many people have visited the basilica including Saint Mother Teresa, Pope Francis and Saint Pope John Paul II. Clearly, this is a very special place. Today the students will hear from their 8th grade leader about a beautiful mosaic that is being created for a dome of the basilica. This mosaic will depict the Most Holy Trinity, the Blessed Virgin Mary as the Immaculate Conception and many saints who have an association with the United States or the basilica.
If you would like to watch the video that students viewed today it can be found at this link.
The students will have a chance to make their own mosaic trinity knot and then they will have an opportunity they all enjoy - lunch and recess with their CARE family.
Tomorrow evening is our
Showcase of Learning.
We have a great open house planned from 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Our author will be visiting and signing books, our honor choir will be singing, student wax museum characters will be sharing their stories, sphero robot shows, PE activities, science demonstrations, gardens tours and a blessing and so much more!!! I look forward to seeing everyone and keep in mind there is no homework!
In closing, I would like to draw particular attention to today's Crucial Conversations article. I have recently learned and I am concerned that several of our 5th - 8th grade students are watching and discussing the new Netflix show "13 Reasons Why". Please read the article below and/or also read more about the show at this link.
Blessings,
Kathy O'Reilly
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Photo Newsletters: Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st Grade
Click the images below to view this week's photo newsletters and see what the classes have been up to.
  
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Keep the conversation going is weekly feature designed to keep up the dialogue that began with Dr. Sax's presentation on The Collapse of Parenting. We'll share resources to help guide parents in today's socially and technologically complicated world.
Warning about popular Netflix series
"13 Reasons Why"
Netflix's series "13 Reasons Why" has been widely popular with teens, but mental health experts fear the show could glorify teen suicide for those on the edge.
The show, released in full on March 31, tells the story of a teenager's suicide through audio tapes listened to by a classmate. Each tape details why Hannah blames specific people for her suicide.
That, along with a myriad of other issues - including a disturbing scene graphically showing Hannah's suicide - has mental health experts saying the series could be more harmful than helpful.
The show is rated for ages 16 and older, but we would caution against any teens viewing it, due to the heavy subject matter.
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If you have resources you'd like to share with other parents, please email them to Allie Wing at [email protected].
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 Gifts of Gratitude Provides Teacher & Staff Christmas & Year End Appreciation Gifts
There's still time to donate for year-end gifts, donations are due May 12
Gifts
of
Gratitude
is Home and School Association's united effort to provide a generous monetary
gift
to every school and parish teacher and staff member at Christmas and the end of the year to thank them for all they do for our children.
When and how much do I give?
Families are asked to participate once each school year with a suggested annual gift amount of $25 per child (however any amount is graciously accepted!)
Did I give already?
Thank you to those who have already participated for the 2016-17 school year! Not sure if you did? No worries -- contact Kate Giha at [email protected] and she can let you know.
Will my family be recognized for participating?
Yes -- the teachers and staff will receive a list of families who participate in this program. You may also let the teachers and staff know that you participated in the program by marking "G.O.G" inside any card you give them.
How to participate:
- PayPal: Log onto www.paypal.com, choose "send money to friends and family", enter the email address [email protected] along with the total amount of your contribution, and complete the transaction.
- Check: Send to school with your child, payable to "St Brigid Home and School," in an envelope marked "Home and School Gifts of Gratitude".
Please send contribution by May 12.
Questions?
Contact Home and School Association Vice Chairs:
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Click the image above to view our new preschool schedule |
New Preschool Class Offerings for 2017-18
We're excited to let you know about some new class offerings in our preschool! In response to growing demand for longer class times and additional class offerings, we have restructured and expanded our class schedule for the 2017-18 school year.
Also new this year, we are excited to offer "Wolfhound Adventures" -- optional learning activities parents can sign up for on an individual basis (this schedule and registration will be available in August). Another benefit of our new program is that restructuring our class schedule has allowed us to restructure our tuition schedule.
If you have younger children at home considering preschool, or friends or family considering preschool, take a look at our new offerings. If you would like more information or would like to set up a tour, contact preschool director Maureen DiDomenico at
mrs.didomenico@stbrigid-school.org or
(614) 718-5825.
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A Showcase of Learning: Our 20th Anniversary Year-End Celebration
April 27
We have spent our 20th anniversary year celebrating our Family of Disciples, Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow. To conclude our anniversary year celebrations, we will be hosting the Showcase of Learning at 6:30 pm on Thursday, April 27.
Join our showcase
as student demonstrations and work will be displayed highlighting STREAM (science, technology, religion, engineering, arts and mathematics). There will be a blessing of the garden by Monsignor Hendricks, an honor choir performance, an interactive art display, a healthy snack in the cafeteria, STREAM lab displays and many more student projects and presentations on display.
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Final Exam Schedule
| Friday, May 19 |
Math (8)
Social Studies (7) |
12:45 - 2:15 |
| Monday, May 22 |
Religion (8)
Language Arts (7) |
12:45 - 2:15 |
| Tuesday, May 23 |
Social Studies (8)
Math (7) |
8:30 - 9:45 |
| Wednesday, May 24 |
Science (8)
Religion (7) |
8:30 - 9:45 |
| Friday, May 26 |
Spanish (8)
Spanish (7) |
9:45 - 10:45 |
| Tuesday, May 30 |
ELA (8)
Science (7) |
12:15 - 1:45 |
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Protecting God's Children
May 17, 2017
Planning ahead for next year? Interested in Volunteering at St. Brigid of Kildare?
All Adult Volunteers must complete Protecting God's Children. A private session will be held on
5/17/2017in Hendricks Hall at
6:00 pm for St. Brigid of Kildare employees and volunteers.
For additional
information about safe environment requirements, including application and fingerprinting, click here.
Questions regarding safe environment should be emailed to
Stacy Nerone.
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 Wellness Week to Focus on Breakfast Next Week
May 1 - 5
Wellness Week gives us a chance to celebrate and promote the many faces of Wellness with our students and families. As a school community, we realize the importance of breakfast for students. With busy mornings at home as well as students who like to stay in bed as long as possible, breakfast is often missed!
Here is our plan: Offer a la' carte style breakfast/snack foods for sale from 7:45 - 8:05. Choices will be: apples, bananas, grapes, dry cereal (Crispix, Apple Jacks, Frosted Mini Wheats, Cinnamon Chex), and colby-jack cheese sticks. These foods could be eaten before 8:15... or, saved for snack time. We will trial this cart May 1 - 5. Parents should discuss this trial with their children. The cost of each item will be $.25 - $.50 and will be deducted from their lunch account. Students will be limited to a max of 2 items per day. Parents and students will be surveyed following the trial week!
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 Box Tops Contest
Deadline April 28
Keep Turning in Those Box Tops!
Goal: 2,500
Box
Tops to be collected
** that's less than 5
Box
Tops per student
Prize: Dress Down Day will be awarded in May!
To Do: Send
Box
Tops collected to your homeroom teacher.
** SAVE
Box
Tops with expiration date and acronym intact.**
Click HERE to see a complete list of participating products where you can find
Box
Tops.
* St. Brigid earns cash through the
Box
Tops for Education program. EACH
Box
Top is worth 10 cents! See
www.boxtops4education.com for program details.
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 Author Visit for Grades 5-8
April 28
Nancy Roe Pimm is an award-winning author of nonfiction books for young readers. On April 28th Ms. Pimm will be teaching the St.Brigid students in grades 5-8 about her writing process. She will also be working with the students on writing their own work of non-fiction.
Nancy Roe Pimm's life-long love of animals compelled her to write her latest book, Bonded by Battle: The Powerful Friendships of Military Dogs and Soldiers from the Civil War to Operation Iraqi Freedom. Pimm observed military war dogs as they trained through obstacle courses and bomb-sniffing drills. These four-legged soldiers are sometimes heroic, and sometimes supportive, but always full of courage, loyalty, intelligence, and a whole lot of heart.
All Nancy Roe Pimm's books are available to order before the visit. Any pre-ordered books will be *signed* by the author!
Click here to view the order form.
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 Sign Up Now: "Get Moving" SPiCE Fitness Program
April 12 - May 24
The "Get Moving" SPiCE fitness program is returning this spring to help children get moving in to shape!
The spring f
itness program will take place once a week beginning next Wednesday, April 12 and will run each Wednesday until May 24 from 3-4 pm in the school gym.
All K-5th grade students in St. Brigid School are welcome to participate, and the program will be especially sensitive to kids with special needs.
You will see more information regarding the GET MOVING SUMMER PROGRAM in MAY!
To sign up:
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 Fall Sports Registrations Open
SBAA has opened up registrations for fall sports 2017.
The offerings are listed below.
As a reminder, these offerings, as with all St. Brigid sports, are open to registered parishioners of St. Brigid, students in the St. Brigid Religious Education program, and students of the St. Brigid School.
Diocesan Sports for Fall:
- Football - 4th thru 8th Grade Boys, fee = $ 150, contact = Tim Long, Football Commissioner, at [email protected].
- Volleyball - 4th thru 8th Grade Boys & Girls, fee = $ 150, contact = Mark Spagnuolo, Volleyball Commissioner, at [email protected].
Club Sports for Fall:
- Golf - 6th thru 8th Grade Boys & Girls, Registration fee = $ 0 (this is a pay per event offering), contact = Jon Yarbrough, Golf coordinator / coach, at [email protected].
- Girls Tennis - 6th thru 8th Grade Girls, Registration fee = $ 75, contact = Kelly Spyra, Tennis coordinator / coach, at [email protected].
REGISTER TODAY AT
http://sbaa.siplay.com/site/
Individual sport questions should go to the contacts listed above for each sport.
Registration issues and / or general SBAA questions? Contact
Mike Matthews at
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 Girls Field Hockey Sign Ups
Calling all middle school girls! Are you interested in playing field hockey? The St. Agatha field hockey Wildcats are looking for teammates for fall 2017! We have lots of fun and we want YOU on our team! New to field hockey? Come to the Watterson field hockey camp on June 4, 5 and 6 (see summer camps story below for details)!
Please contact Amanda Ilenin (
[email protected]
) for more information. Amanda is a graduate of Saint Brigid of Kildare School.
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 Summer Camps
Below is a list of local summer camp offerings:
- St. Charles Academic Camps for 7th, 8th and 9th grade students (includes Latin, Math, English, Study Skills and mroe)
- St. Charles Athletic Camps for 3rd through 9th grade students (includes speed & agility, baseball, lacrosse, football, soccer, basketball, volleyball)
- PAST Foundation Summer Camps for 3rd through 12th grades (includes over 20 different camps such as Lego, Robotics, Girls Who Lead, 3D Printing, Star Wars in Shakespeare and much more).
- BWHS Athletic Camps for grades 3 - 8 (includes basketball, baseball, cheerleading, field hockey, football, soccer, volleyball and weight training)
- BWHS Wood Shop Camp for grades 7 and 8
- BWHS Art Camp for grades 6 - 12
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Submit materials for Wolfhound Wednesday
If you have information you'd like included in the next Wolfhound Wednesday, email it to Allie Wing at [email protected].
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