SSPJ News in Review

May 14, 2008
Volume 8, issue 33

Please contact the school's main office for information regarding announcements.
Photos, personal phone numbers, full names, and students' names
are omitted online.
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Catholic Schools - Light The Way

If you are waiting for a sign from God, this is it. Messages come to us in many ways: from our loved ones, from our environment, from events, from people's words, and even from their silent actions. When you are lonely and afraid let God help you. "Even if I walk through a very dark valley, I will not be afraid, because you are with me." Psalm 23:4

Summer Care

ENROLL NOW FOR SUMMER CARE - DEADLINE IS JUNE 1ST - CALL MRS. FRANCISCO AT (908)859-1244.

Volunteer Hours Tuition Raffle

Prize: Free Tuition for 1 student.
To qualify: A family must have reached 25 total volunteer hours by May 16.
The winning family will be chosen at the Volunteer Appreciation Night, May 21 at 7 PM.
The Rules:

Each qualified family will be given a ticket to be placed in the raffle.
A family member must be present in order to win. (Exceptions will be made only for chaperones on the 8th grade class trip.)
Only one entry per family or single student.
The tuition is for the 2008-09 school year, no credits issued for the previous year and is not a cash prize.
The tuition is for the first student enrolled for the winning family and is not transferable.
In the event the winning student leaves prior to the end of the school year, no refunds will be issued.
All other expenses such as HSA dues, uniforms, supplies, etc. remain the responsibility of the winning family.

REMINDER: Turn in your volunteer hours by May 16th so they can be counted and if you reach 25 hours, you will qualify for the raffle of a free tuition - given away at Volunteer Appreciation Night, May 21st at 7 PM.

In Rememberance of Brendan

Last year, the Brendan P. Opdycke Memorial Graduation Scholarship Fund was created in honor of Brendan. This gift is presented to a graduating 8th grade boy planning to attend Bethlehem Catholic High School.
Also this year, we established the Brendan P. Opdycke SSPJ Memorial Scholarship Fund. The purpose of this fund is to assist families of our elementary school students who experience a change in circumstance during the school year. This scholarship was set up because Brendan loved being at SSPJ and it made a huge difference in his life.
With graducation fast approaching, if, after prayerful thought, you decide to make your charitable donations to either of these funds, please write either 'graduation' or 'elementary school' on the memo line of your check.
God Bless you and thank you for all you have done for my son -- it is because of your kindness and love that he loves on in our hearts.
God Bless my SSPJ Family,
Barbara & Dana Opdycke

Webpage Updates

We are always upgrading our webpage to provide current information and the best services we can. New for 2008-09, uniform order sheets are available from the "parent" section of the webpage.
SCRIP forms, Saints athletic registration forms, and information from the weekly newsletter and handbook are always available nline as well.
Check out all the information and current updates at www.catholic-church.org/sspj.

A New Look is Coming to SSPJ Students!

Starting in September 2008, navy blue shorts will be available for our children to wear as a dress uniform! There will also be a new vest to wear, although the older ones are still acceptable. These can be purchased at Flynn & O'Hara. We are very excited about the new shorts -- they will be a God-send on those hot autumn days!

Field Day News

Parents - On Tuesday, May 27th, children of Grades 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 will be participating in Field Day with the rain date scheduled for Thursday, May 29th. Pre-K, K, 1, and 2 will have Field Day on Thursday, June 5th with a rain date scheduled for Friday, June 6th. A schedule of times and events will be available that day.
A few reminders...

Wear Gym Uniforms
Apply sunscreen and bug spray at home under the parental guidance
Wear a visor if needed
Bring a water bttle marked with student name
One old batting, leather, or garden glove for the tug-of-war

I want to emphasize that the activities planned are both cooperative and competitive, and should be completed using good sportsmanship.
Our Goal is to Have Fun!
"A good sport always tries his/her best, encourages others, and has team spirit."
We are all looking forward to an enjoyable day!
Thank you,
Mrs. Cicalese
MENU: Organized and cooked by our HSA hospitality committee:
Fruit, Hot Dogs, Ice Pops, Capri Sun Juice, Chips, Water, Teddy Grahams, Bagels

Bring Flowers of the Fairest, Bring Flowers of the Rarest

The beauty of our Earth is heralded by the explosion of color bursting from trees and flowers. Ready, willing and able were students and parents of SSPJ supporting a healthier, happier Earth. Saturday morning, while the Carnival crew began setting up for their yearly event, many other dedicated volunteers came, toting garden tools and gloves. They pulled weeds, dug flower holes, shoveled mulch and planted more flowers in our school garden and other areas. All their hard work is evident by the beauty!
Many thank to Mr. & Mrs. Perna, who organized this worthwhile event and gave of their time and materials. Thank to all the parents who donated flowers. You continue to demonstrate our school community's generosity. Lastly, thank to all our big-hearted gardeners, Blessed Mother Mary looks out over the feilds and thanks God for you!

Dear Carnival Volunteers:

I want to thank you for all you did to make this year's Carnival a success. As you know, it takes over 60 volunteers per shift to run the Carnival. Without all of your time and support, our carnival would not be a success. It is because of your hard work that our school family and the community are able to enjoy a wonderful spring event.
In spite of the cold and damp weather, our carnival was able to profit $40,000.00. Congratulations to all volunteers on such a successful outcome!
I would also like to extend a special thank you to the carnival committee for their hard work and endless hours that they give to the Carnival throughout the school year. The carnival truly would not be possibleif it were not for this committee. Saints Philip and James School is truly blessed to have these dedicated volunteers: Mrs. O'Sullivan, Mr. Gormly, Mr. Taylor, Mr. Sharkey, Mr. Kucisnki, Mr. Tickle, Mr. Magliochetti, Mrs. Finegan, Mrs. Caprio, Mrs. Gale, Mrs. Gale, Mrs. Redington, Mrs. Summers, Mr. Summers.
We continue to Thank God for all the blessings He has given us and we look forward to next year's Carnival!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Kucinski
Carnival Chairperson

HSA Volunteer Appreciation Night

Msgr. Corona, Mrs. Sena, Mrs, Francisco, and the HSA Executive Board cordially invite you to attend the HSA Volunteer Night Wednesday, May 21st at 7 PM in the SSPJ Auditorium.
Please respond ASAP using the provided sheet in your weekly packet.

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