Lion’s Roar...2017/07/09 · Middle School Homework Room 6. Operation Sandwich 7. CTK Friday...
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Lion’s Roar Saint Mark Mission Statement We, the Saint Mark community are committed to developing each child toward their full potential academically, emotionally, physically, spiritually, and socially. We will build on the foundation of our Catholic faith to guide them in their journey as followers of Christ. The Saint Mark Thursday Packet Table of Contents: 1. The Lion’s Roar 2. PTO Corner 3. Sports Page 4. Learning Support Session for Parents 5. Middle School Homework Room 6. Operation Sandwich 7. CTK Friday Night Lights 8. SMCC Flyers
Transcript of Lion’s Roar...2017/07/09 · Middle School Homework Room 6. Operation Sandwich 7. CTK Friday...
Lion’s Roar Saint Mark Mission Statement
We, the Saint Mark community are committed to developing each child toward their full potential academically, emotionally, physically, spiritually, and socially. We will build on the foundation of our
Catholic faith to guide them in their journey as followers of Christ.
The Saint Mark Thursday Packet Table of Contents:
1. The Lion’s Roar 2. PTO Corner
3. Sports Page 4. Learning Support Session for Parents 5. Middle School Homework Room 6. Operation Sandwich
7. CTK Friday Night Lights 8. SMCC Flyers
The Lion’s Roar
We, the Saint Mark community are committed to developing each
child toward their full potential academically, emotionally, physically, spiritually and socially.
We will build on the foundation of our Catholic faith to guide them in their journey as followers of Christ.
Important Dates 9-8/9 Eucharistic Congress 9-13 ALL SCHOOL MASS Pretzel Day 9-20 Bake Sale (8th gr.) 9-21 Mid term reports 9-22 Spirit Store 9-29 NO SCHOOL—Diocesan Professional Day 10-2 - STANDARDIZED 10-6 TESTING 10-4 Bake Sale 10-6 Dress Down Day 10-8 PTO Mother/Son Event 10-10 Picture Day 10-11 Living Rosary 1pm Pretzel Day 10-13 All School Mass 10-12- 10-20 Book Fair
CLOSINGS DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER If school operates on a delayed schedule, is closed early or is not in session it will be announced on the following television and radio stations: WBT-TV; WSOC– AM/FM; WSOC—TV; WCCB-18; NBC-6 TV; and 102.9/WTDR. Listen for Meck-lenburg Area Catholic Schools. Please make sure you have a cur-rent phone number on file at school for school-reach calls. IF SCHOOL OPERATES ON A DELAYED SCHEDULE, THERE WILL BE NO BEFORE SCHOOL CARE AND NO
PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN AND BACKGROUND CHECKS. Any parent volunteering in the school or attending field trips must receive Protect-ing God’s Children training as well as keep current on Virtus training updates and have A background check performed before working with children. You can visit www.virtus.org For upcoming schedules of Protecting God’s children classes in the area. If you have not had a background check completed, forms can be obtained in the school office. The Diocesan requirements for report-ing Ministry related abuse of a minor can be found on the Diocesan website at Charlottedioces.org/reportingabuse.html
St. Mark Catholic School
Informative Newsletter
September 7, 2017 www.stmarkcatholicschool.net
704-766-5000
The Principal’s Corner
We have had another wonderful week, which did include a couple of rainy day dismissals. We have our quota for the year now, as this beginning with the weather is very unusual. I mention it once again to thank you for your cooperation during dismissal. Back to School Night was so well attended! It was wonderful to see so many of you and catch up on summer as well as to learn about events for the coming year at St. Mark. Many people work hard and volunteer many hours to make this school a place of academic learning as well as a place where they can make friends and enjoy lots of activities in a faithful environment. Your support makes this a reality. This has been a very busy week with our K-5 teachers attending an inservice to prepare them to use our new Science program. Every year, the diocese evaluates publishers of specific contents and chooses a curriculum that is state approved for use in our schools. For example, our Language Arts curriculum is used for five years before another one is adopted. We rotate new adoptions annually. Our seventh grade is currently at Sound to Sea, a hands on instructional program that is located at the Outer Banks. They experience so much and learn about tidal basins and actually participate in activities like dissect-ing a squid. It is a fun trip while much learning takes place. Our kindness campaign is off to a great start. We feel the support from everyone. On Tuesday, our school will have a short assembly to ensure we are all working toward the same goals. We have our sign, kindness matters, on our fence with a signed pledge from everyone that we all agree to support this effort. Don’t forget to get your fundraising dollars in by Monday to be eligible for the wine basket drawing. The weather for early next week is unpredictable at this time. Please stay tuned to television and radio stations for updates. Additionally, any changes in the schedule for St. Mark will appear on the website, via phone blast and on local media. As always, make decisions about your child’s attendance using your own best judgment for your family.
Reminder: Please write first and last name of your child on the evelope marked Fall Fundraiser or use the envelope sent home at Open House.
St. Mark Catholic School will have their annual Speech, Language, and Hearing Screening
on September 11, 18, and 20 here at school for your convenience. The cost will be $25 and will assess articulation, language concepts, auditory processing and auditory memory. A hearing screening will also be provided.
Screenings are a wonderful, inexpensive way to pinpoint areas that may affect your child’s
academic and social performance. Screenings indicate areas that may need further assessment. This screening is appropriate for children in kindergarten through 5th grade. Students in
kindergarten and 1st grade will be sent a permission form home. If your child is in 2nd grade or be-yond, please ask your child’s teacher, the front desk, or Mrs. Carney for a screening form.
Please feel free to consult with your teacher if you have questions regarding your child’s
participation.
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PTO
CORNER 9/7/2017
A Message From Your Board…. The Future is Now fundraising campaign is in full swing and wraps up Friday, September 15th! Please be sure to return your
pledge card to your child’s homeroom as soon as possible or donate online. With your support, we will continue to provide
many wonderful events, activities and resources to enhance the academic, spiritual, emotional, and social growth of our
children.
"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." - Helen Keller
CALENDAR of EVENTS
September
9/8: Mother Mary’s Birthday
9/13: Philly Pretzel Day
9/15: PTO Fundraising Ends
9/20: 8th Grade Sponsored Bake Sale
9/22: Spirit Store Opens, 7:15 – 8:00 AM
9/29: No School – Diocesan Professional Day
October
10/4: 1st Grade Bake Sale
10/8: Mother/Son Kick-Ball Tournament
10/9-20: Painless Fundraising
10/11-20: Scholastic Book Fair
10/11: Philly Pretzel Day
10/11: Living Rosary, 1 PM
10/18: Teacher/Staff Luncheon (6th-8th)
10/20: Spirit Store, 7:15-8:00 AM
10/22 & 24: MACS Open House
10/25: 7th Grade Bake Sale
10/31: Halloween Classroom Parties
The Future Is Now!
The PTO Combined Fall Fundraiser & LION SHARE
campaign is underway!
Campaign runs Aug. 31st – Sept. 15th
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Math Superstars Program Chair
Lego Club Chair
Painless Fundraising Chair
Graders for Math Superstars for 2A & 4B
Accelerated Reader Store Volunteer
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Want to Join the
SCIENCE CLUB?
See Flyer for Details!
The Future Is Now
Fall Fundraiser / Lion Share
August 31-September 15
2017
MAKE YOUR DONATION TO
FALL FUNDRAISER / LION SHARE
By Monday, September 11TH
YOU WILL BE ENTERED TO WIN THIS
WINE COUNTRY GIFT BASKET!
Does your child excel in Science? We have an activity for them!
Who: Middle Schoolers - 6, 7 and 8 Graders
What: Middle School Science Olympiad (Must be able to make March 10th competition to participate)
Info Session: Information session / sign ups held on Tuesday, September 12 at 6:30 PM Ms. O’Connor’s classroom
Cost: $35
Details: Students Compete at UNCC on March 10, 2018 in a tournament that consists of hands on, interactive, challenging and inquiry based events that are well balanced between the various disciplines of Biology, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering and Technology
Help wanted: We need volunteers! You can schedule team meeting times around your schedule and there are lots of free resources.
Older student (High School or College) looking for service hours, can volunteer
Contact: Kim Zarsadias at [email protected] for more information or if you can’t participate in the meeting but are still interested. You can also go to https://www.sciencenc.com/resources/middle-school/ for more information.
On September 12, past Science Olympiad members can wear their St. Mark team tee-shirt to school with uniform bottoms.
PRETZEL DAY Wednesday, September 13th
Pretzels from Philly Pretzel Factory will be available for purchase during all lunch periods. Due to a price increase from the Philly Pretzel Factory the purchase price for pretzels has changed.
• Pretzels are a $1.50 each. • Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels are $2.00 each. • Chocolate, Cinnamon Sugar, Butter Cream, Cheddar Cheese and Honey
Mustard Dips are also available for $0.50 each.
It is a fun way to brighten up the week. Please send money with your child and help support the school.
MOTHER SON KICKBALL TOURNAMENT
• DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS FRIDAY SEPT 15TH • DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS FRIDAY SEPT 15TH •
MOTHER SON KICKBALL TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION
(Return to homeroom by September 15th)
Special Lady’s Name: _____________________________________________ Shirt Size: Adult (circle) → S, M, L or XL Cell Phone: (______)__________-___________ Email: ___________________________________________________ Child’s Name: ______________________________ Homeroom: _________Shirt Size: � Adult � Youth → S, M, L or XL Child’s Name (+$5): _________________________ Homeroom: _________Shirt Size: � Adult � Youth → S, M, L or XL Child’s Name (+$5): _________________________ Homeroom: _________Shirt Size: � Adult � Youth → S, M, L or XL
IMPORTANT: To indicate Adult or Youth shirt size • Checks payable St. Mark PTO DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS FRIDAY SEPT 15TH
WHEN: Sunday October 8th
1pm-4pm
WHERE: St. Mark Playground WHO: All St. Mark boys and their moms (Or special lady – Aunt, grandmother or friend) COST $10 per couple (mother/son) +$5 each additional son Payable by cash or check made out to St. Mark PTO Includes: t-shirt, bottled water, frozen treat, hot dog and chip combo for each participant Questions / Contacts:
Kristina Corry [email protected] Krista Ryan [email protected]
Publix
Raise Money for St. Mark while you shop!
It’s Easy
Use your key card and scan it every time you shop
at Publix.
Pick up your card in the school office.
The Sports Page
September 7, 2017
Join SMAA Now The SMAA’s primary purpose is to organize and support all
athletic programs from Kindergarten through 8th grade. Our role
is to offer the opportunity for all St. Mark students to participate in
sports. Through this participation, our goal is to provide an
environment that allows the players to develop athletic skills,
leadership, have fun, and build friendships.
All members of the SMAA receive discounts on Sports
Registration Fees, discounts on Uniform Approved Apparel
(including PE shirts) and free entry into all home sporting
events.
Please click here to join or visit the “Athletics” tab on the St. Mark
Catholic School website to register.
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Come out and support our Student Athletes in Action!
Varsity Football All games begin at 4:30 unless otherwise noted.
8/17 vs. Southlake
8/24 vs. Pine Lake 8/31 @ Davidson Day (4:00)
9/14 vs. MI Charter
9/21 @ Thomas Jefferson 9/27 vs. Carmel
10/5 vs. CSD
All home games will be played at CTK.
Varsity Volleyball All games begin at 4:00 unless otherwise noted.
8/29 vs Langtree
8/31 @ Mountain Island 3:30 9/7 @ Pine Lake
9/12 vs. American Renaissance
9/13 vs. Sugarcreek 9/14 vs. Lincoln Charter
9/19 vs. Mountain Island
9/20 @ CSD 9/25 @ Holy Trinity
9/26 @ American Renaissance
9/28 @ Sugar Creek 10/3 vs. Pine Lake
10/5 @ Langtree
10/10 @ Lincoln Charter 10/11 vs. CSD
Cross Country All meets begin at 4:00 unless otherwise noted.
8/29 @ All Conference Meet 9/8 @ CSD, LAN, MICS 5:00
9/11 vs. LCS, ARS, LAN
9/18 @ PLP, LAN, SCCS 9/25 vs. PLP, MICS, LAN
10/2 @ MICS, PLP, ARS
10/9 vs. CSD, ARS 10/16 @ Conference Final
All home meets will take place at CTK.
Varsity Soccer All games begin at 4:00.
8/29 vs. Langtree
8/31 @ Mountain Island
9/7 @ Pine Lake 9/12 vs. American Renaissance
9/13 vs. Sugarcreek
9/14 vs. Lincoln Charter 9/19 vs. Mountain Island
9/20 @ CSD
9/25 @ Holy Trinity 9/26 @ American Renaissance
9/28 @ Sugar Creek
10/3 vs. Pine Lake 10/5 @ Langtree
10/10 @ Lincoln Charter
10/11 vs. CSD
All home games will be played at CTK.
JV Soccer All games begin at 4:00
8/28 @ Davidson Day
9/8 @ CSD 9/11 vs. Corvian
9/22 vs. Hope Academy
9/25 vs. CSD 9/29 @ Corvian
10/10 @ Hope Academy
10/12 vs. Davidson Day All home games will be played at CTK
All schedules are tentative and subject to change.
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Middle School:
ATHLETIC DIRECTOR Kyle Kendrick
PRESIDENT Brodie Bauders
TREASURER Helen Albini
SECRETARY Jennifer Tuschong
SMAA GENERAL BOARD
MEETING Please be sure to mark your calendars for the
upcoming SMAA Board Meeting on MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2016. The meeting will take place in the library at 7:30 PM. We will
discuss the direction and vision of the SMAA for the upcoming school year. Please join us!
SCOREBOARD
Football (1-2): St. Mark 16 Davidson Day 0
Volleyball (2-0): St. Mark 2 Mountain Island 1
Varsity Soccer (2-0): St. Mark 7 Mountain Island 2
VP COMMUNICATIONS/RECOGNITION Chip Ranaletta
VP FUNDRAISING/SPECIAL PROJECTS Sean Condon
VP RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS Andrea Baker
SMAA
The power is in the pride.
DEAR LORD,
THANK YOU FOR GIVING US THIS OPPORTUNITY
TO BE A LION’S PLAYER. HELP US TO DO OUR
BEST. GIVE US CONFIDENCE IN KNOWING THAT
OUR SUCCESS IS NOT IN WINNING OR LOSING,
BUT THAT WE MAY COMPETE TO GIVE YOU THE
GLORY AND HONOR. LET US ALWAYS
REMEMBER, COMPETITION DOES NOT BUILD
CHARACTER, IT REVEALS IT. WE PRAY THIS ALL
IN JESUS’ NAME. AMEN
LION’S PRAYER
PHOTOS! Calling all coaches, team coordinators and parents! We would love to highlight all of our fall
athletes in action. Please email your pictures to [email protected].
Mark Your Calendars!
9/7 Varsity Soccer @ Pine Lake Volleyball @ Pine Lake 9/8 JV Soccer @ CSD Cross Country meet 9/11 JV Soccer vs Corvian Cross Coutry meet 9/12 Varsity Soccer vs. ARMS Varsity Soccer vs. ARMS
9/13 Varsity Soccer vs. Sugarcreek* 9/13 Volleyball vs. Sugarcreek 9/14 Football vs. MI Charter
Varsity Soccer vs. Lincoln Charter * Volleyball vs. Lincoln Charter *games played at North Mecklenburg park
Learning Support Sessions for Parents
Wednesday Mornings from 7:30-8:00 am
Room 259-Spanish Classroom
Topics vary each week
Wed. 9/13: Plus Portal-Troubleshoot your login and learn how to navigate the website.
Wed. 9/20-Textbook Resources-Learn how to use publisher resources to assist in coaching effective study habits.
Wed. 9/27-Google Drive-Learn how to navigate Google Drive and Google Classroom so you can assist your child in transitioning to the world of network storage/retrieval of documents.
Use the following link to sign up for your session: www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F0944AAAF22AA8-middle3
Contact Mrs. Loftin for more
information:
Middle School Homework Room
1st Semester Sign-Up Genius Information
Each Tuesday Beginning 9/12/17 from 2:45-3:30 pm
(EXCLUDING 10/3-Stanford Testing Week and
11/21-Thanksgiving Holiday Week)
www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20F0944AAAF22AA8‐middle2
Sign up required for your student so we can have contact information and know who to expect.
SPACE IS LIMITED, NO DROP-INS PLEASE!
TUESDAYS ONLY and PICK-UP TIME IS 3:30 pm!
NO FEE!
Monitored by Mrs. Loftin
Students will receive assistance for assignments in a quiet work environment. They can bring their own snack if needed.
Please call 704-766-5000 by 3:30 to indicate whether you will have trouble picking up your child on time.
LOCATION: Middle School Hall (Spanish Room #259)
PICK-UP in front of the school at 3:30 (lobby if bad weather)
Contact Mrs. Loftin if you need more information: [email protected]
“COMMON QUESTIONS, CATHOLIC ANSWERS” With engaging humor, charismatic zeal and incredible
wisdom, Fr. Mike talks about life’s everyday problems and delivers the Catholic answer.
Wanting to Fix People. Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen? Letting God Take His Time. Overwhelmed? And many more! These videos are guaranteed to spark great
conversation and touch your mind and soul!
$12/person or $20/family (spouse or children).
The 6-week fall session begins the week of October 8 and ends the week of November 12.
You select your group type, time, location and age group: couples, singles, empty nesters, first-time parents, grandparents raising grandchildren, parents of
teenagers, all men, all women, co-ed, interfaith marriages, divorced/separated, high school, widows/widowers. Age groups for: 20’s-30’s, 40’s-50’s, 60’s+
If you would like to lead a group, please contact Laura Hogan today! [email protected]
