All parents are expected to attend the 8th grade parent meeting. We will be discussing the 8th grade end of the year activities. Some topics to be discussed are, the retreat, Disneyland, Graduation Dinner, Culminating activity and “Encore!”.
This Week – Feb 27, 2012
SERVICE PROJECT
4TH Grade is sponsoring an animal shelter drive for the animals of the North Central Animal Shelter.
Please bring donated to 4th grade classroom by Wednesday February 29th.
The shelter is in need of the following items:
Bleach
Blankets/towels
News paper
Cat/kitten toys Kitten/cat food wet/dry (royal canine baby cat brand)
Dog greats
Fans
Metal bowls
Grooming supplies
Leashes and collars
THURSDAY, MARCH 1st
• 8TH Grade Parent meeting 8:15 am O’Ryan Hal
FRIDAY, MARCH 2nd
• Dr. Seuss’ Birthday
• Spirit Day (Jeans and Spirit Shirts)
• Martha’s Kitchen – 7th and 8th Grade Service Project 7:45 am
• Ice Cream Friday 7th Grade ice cream sale for $1.00 at end of day
• Early dismissal every Friday @ 12:30 pm
Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the Season of Lent. It is a season of penance, reflection, and fasting which prepares us for Christ’s Resurrection on Easter Sunday, through which we attain redemption.
Why we receive the ashes
Following the example of the Nine vites, who did penance in sackcloth and ashes, our foreheads are marked with ashes to humble our hearts and reminds us that life passes away on Earth. We remember this when we are told
“Remember, Man is dust, and unto dust you shall return.”
Ashes are a symbol of penance made sacramental by the blessing of the Church, and they help us develop a spirit of humility and sacrifice.
Fasting and Abstinence Are Required:
The Church emphasizes the penitential nature of Ash Wednesday by calling us to fast and abstain from meat. Catholics who are over the age of 18 and under the age of 60 are required to fast, which means that they can eat only one complete meal and two smaller ones during the day, with no food in between. Catholics who are over the age of 14 are required to refrain from eating any meat, or any food made with meat, on Ash Wednesday.
This Week February 20, 2012
Monday – President’s Day Holiday
Tuesday – Mardi Gras
Wednesday – Ash Wednesday
Mass at 10:30
Friday – Honor Roll & Science Fair Awards at 8:15
Martha’s Kitchen
Spirit Uniform
Just Little Note
Hello to all my students. I”m sure all is going well. Keep the classroom clean and don’t forget the check out your film for Widmann Weekend Film Festival. My personal pics…High Noon, Roman Holiday, and Laura. Enjoy!
Catalina Update
Please remember to turn in your forms and fee, $270 to me, Mrs. Widmann by Monday, Feb. 13, 2012.
What’s New
This Wednesday, Feb 15th is the St. Monica Learning Fair. Our 7th and 8th grade students will be attending and participating in many of the events. Some of the events include, Speech, Debate, Math, Dramatic Monologue, Science Fair, and prayer. It will be a full day of exciting activities. We wish all the competitors “Good Luck!”
Valentine’s Day is Coming
The Student Council will begin sell Valentine’s grams this week. Grams will be sold during the first and second lunches.
This Week February 6, 2012
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7th
Parent Meeting @ 8:15am O’Ryan Hall
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10th
Ice Cream Friday 7th Grade ice cream sale for $1.00 at end of day. Spirit Day – All Students should wear Spirit shirts, jeans (no holes) black shoes.
Martha’s Kitchen 7th and 8th Grade Service Project 8:15 am
Early dismissal every Friday @ 12:30 pm
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11th
Basketball Game Good Shepherd vs. St. Paul the Apostle @ 2:00 pm. Serra High School, Gardena
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12th Basketball Game Good Shepherd vs. St. Monica High School at 6:00 pm @ Serra High School, Gardena
Father Daughter Dance @ Parish Hall from 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
