The Morning Star Weekly Newsletter Vol 5, Edition 10 10/13/2020 |
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Dear Morning Star Families and Friends,
I would like to say thank you to all the families and Swisher employees that volunteered for Morning Star’s "Fall Campus Clean-Up" this past Saturday. We had a huge turnout. Your hard work is very appreciated. Our grounds look clean and beautiful! Thank you once again.
We are halfway through October and looking forward to our October 30th Fall Fun Day. If you have not done so already, please log onto Sign-up Genius to see what you can donate for Fun Day.
Mass is this Thursday. Please remember it will be live streamed at 10:00 am for all to participate and enjoy.
We end the first nine weeks of school this week. Report cards will be emailed out on Friday. These first nine weeks have been many things: a blessing, hard work, joyful, and full of many changes. Let us continue this momentum straight through the first semester.
Peace,
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Monday, October 19th there is no school.
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School Photo Retake Day Tomorrow! |
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Wednesday, October 14th is picture retake day.
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Tuesday, October 27th from 6:30-7:30 pm, please join us for a virtual math night. See some of the exciting ways we are approaching math at school and learn strategies to support your child at home. Look for an RSVP email next week from Mrs. Binder.
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Fall Fun Day Donation Sign Up |
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Friday, October 30th, we will have "Fall Fun Day" (more information below). Please help by signing up to donate trinkets and candy)
Click HERE to sign up to donate!
All donations are due on Friday, October 23rd. Please mark the donation with your child's first and last name so you can receive credit. Unfortunately, due to health and safety guidelines, we are unable to allow parent volunteers inside the school for the Fall Fun Day, but we promise to take pictures!
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Donate Towards our Teacher Wish List! |
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Our teachers and staff need many items the school just cannot afford. And in a pandemic economy, with many unexpected expenses, the needs are even greater. If you would like to help, please make a monetary donation or purchase a 'Wish List" item as a gift to a teacher. You can mail your check or item to the school or drop off your donated item(s) at the front office. All wish list items have been specifically requested by teachers. Please check with individual teachers if you require more details. A huge thank you to everyone who has donated so far. We are very appreciative!
Click HERE to view the list
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Thursday, October 15th, 10:00 am our school Mass will be held at Christ the King Church. It is a uniform day for all students.
Mass will be live streamed and distance learning students are required to attend virtually. Attendance will be counted towards their religion grade. Parents and families are also welcome to view virtually.
Follow the link below to join Mass at 10:00 am. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the school. Thank you so much for being a part of this celebration.
CLICK to access our Mass Link HERE at 10:00 am.
NOTE: Due to COVID-19 restrictions, only students and faculty may attend Mass in the church.
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Celebrating Birthdays at School |
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Students may bring in individually wrapped store bought snacks to celebrate birthdays such as Little Debbie Snack cakes. If snacks are brought in that are not store bought and/or individually wrapped, they will be returned home. Please understand the importance of these guidelines. As always, contact your child’s teacher before sending in a birthday treat. If you would prefer your child not eat treats sent in by his/her classmates, please send your child’s teacher a note and explain this to your child. |
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WHAT: Fall Fun Day
WHEN: Friday, October 30th
WHERE: Morning Star School (students only)
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One of Morning Star School's favorite events is our annual Fall Festival. Due to circumstances this year we are not able to continue our traditional Fall Festival Day but will have “Fall Fun Day” which allows us have fun while following our new school safety guidelines. Unfortunately, due to health and safety guidelines, we are unable to allow parent volunteers inside the school for the Fall Fun Day, but we promise to take pictures! |
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All students may wear a costume to school. Costumes must be school appropriate-no gory, scary, or inappropriate costumes will be permitted. If your child prefers not to wear a costume, he or she may dress in orange and black.
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Activities will be planned throughout the day. Students will remain with their class, keeping cohorts together during activities. It will not be a whole school event as it has been in the past.
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Our everyday health and safety guidelines will be followed during this event. Any snacks or drinks provided will be store-bought and individually pre-packaged. Students will collect candy and trinkets throughout the day. Teachers typically allow students to eat one or two pieces of candy, and the rest is sent home. If you would prefer your child not partake in the snacks provided, please email your child's teacher and send in separate snacks for your child for this day.
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If your child is remote learning during the 2nd nine weeks, we will have a packet for them so he or she can partake in activities as well. Packets may be picked up on Wednesday, 10/28 or Thursday, 10/29 during school hours (8am-3pm). If you need to pick up after that, after school is until 6pm, but please reach out to us and let us know if you are coming during after school care hours.
Click HERE to sign up to donate trinkets and candy!
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Coat Donation
A big thank you to Mr. Warren Powers for donating warm colorful winter coats to Morning Star students!
Our kids are very grateful. Intermediate 1 even made a card to show their appreciation for the beautiful new jackets!
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Fall Campus Clean Up
Our campus clean up day was sponsored by Swisher International, Coastal Cosmetics and Liberty Landscape. Thank you to these amazing supporters for their care towards our school. The day was a great success! A huge thank you also goes out to all of the volunteers who came out to clean up!
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Ice Cream Party
High School wrapped up their fun filled Homecoming Week with a schoolwide celebration. Ice cream cups were served to all students. Thank you to Bruster's Ice Cream for their donation!
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Outdoor Fitness Area Update
The equipment is in and the turf process has begun!
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High School students had a blast during their fun and memorable Homecoming Week. |
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Homecoming Queen and King
Billy & Madison
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Tiara (junior)
Marnie (sophomore)
Maryanne (senior)
Madison (senior)
Megan (freshman)
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Conner (junior)
D'Andre (senior)
Billy (senior)
Hunter (sophomore)
Julian (freshman)
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‘Tis the Season Tuesday -
dressed for their favorite holiday
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Wacky Wednesday -
wore something crazy
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Time Travel Thursday -
wore clothes from another era
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To view more pictures from Homecoming Week click HERE
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High School students celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month last week by learning how Spanish speakers around the country are recognized by their achievements to improve our lives in the United States. They talked about the first Spanish speaking, female astronaut, Ellen Ochoa. The students also decorated their masks with Hispanic symbols. They all had fun. |
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WHEN SHOPPING ON AMAZON SUPPORT MORNING STAR SCHOOL BY SHOPPING ON AMAZONSMILE INSTEAD! YTD We've raised $1,500.00
It's exactly like Amazon but you'll make a difference!
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If you shop on Amazon, make sure you shop on AmazonSmile. It's exactly the same Amazon you love but a portion of your purchase price will be donated to our school each time you shop!
2. Select Morning Star School of Jacksonville as your charity of choice and start shopping!
3. Bookmark the AmazonSmile link and use it each time you shop with Amazon! (Proceeds will only be donated if you are logged into AmazonSmile).
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Download the NEW Box Tops App Today!
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Box Tops is a great way to earn fundraising dollars! And now there is a new phone app which makes it easier to earn points for our school! Shop as you normally would, then simply scan your store receipts to find participating products. The app will automatically credit your school's Box Tops earnings online. It's a much easier way to help us earn dollars.
Download the new Box Tops App HERE.
Watch a video about the new process HERE
You may still clip Box Tops and send them to school. Physical Box Tops clips are being phased out of production but may continue to be found on many products throughout the store.
A FEW THINGS TO REMEMBER...
- Turn in your box tops weekly. They do expire.
- Be sure to NOT cut the code off. We cannot use it if the code is missing even one of the digits
- Place them in a zip lock bag and send them in with your student.
Thank you for supporting our fundraising efforts! Questions? Please reach out to Jackie Rodriguez, our Home & School Box Tops Coordinator at jaco_rodriguez@yahoo.com
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If you have a great story, please share it with us. We love showcasing the many talents of our students and their families. To submit a story click the button below. |
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Our School Mission Statement |
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Rooted in the Gospel and strengthened by the sacraments, the mission of Morning Star School is to provide a unique, inspiring education empowering students with learning differences to achieve their full potential. |
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Copyright © 2019 Morning Star School, all rights reserved. You are receiving this email because your student is/was enrolled at Morning Star School. |
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