Wildcat Weekly News 01/31/2012

Principal's Newsletter

Mr. Llewellyn’s newsletter has been posted to our school website. It contains important information about the process for reaccreditation and strategic planning. This process takes place every ten years. Please read the newsletter in order to be informed about this process and other important topics!

Registration of Students for 2012-2013

Wednesday, February 1, 2012 – Parents of current students will receive email notifications with login and password information to begin the re-enrollment process.  Please read the instructions carefully. For more information, please see Admissions. If additional assistance is needed, please contact Mary Gillilan, registrar@standrewsch.org or 817-924-8917.

Completion of Registration for Returning Students – February 6 & 7, 2012 7:30AM to 3:00PM

Registration for Siblings of Returning Students – February 8 & 9, 2012 7:30AM to 3:00PM

Catholic Schools Week Activities

Wednesday, February 1, 2012 – Prospective parents are invited to our all school liturgy from 9-10am in the church.  School-in-Action Personal Tours for prospective parents from 10am-Noon. National Junior Honor Society Induction for 7th & 8th grade inductees will take place at 2:00 p.m. in the church. 

Thursday, February 2, 2012 – Grandparents / Grandfriends Day 8:30a.m to noon.  Registration starts in the gym. (Free Valet Parking) Book Fair in the library will open at 7:30am. There will be a NOON DISMISSAL. 

Book Fair Continues through Thursday, 2/2/2012.

One For Books – Please remember to bring in your donations for One For Books.  We are using your donations to purchase books for the library at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic School here in Fort Worth. Donations will be taken until Thursday at noon.

Upcoming NO SCHOOL for Preschool 4

In previous years, our preschool and kindergarten have ended two weeks before the end of our regular school year to allow for kindergarten screenings.  In an effort to help families, this year, preschool will continue through the end of the normal school year.  Because of the screening of our PK-4 students on February 17 and March 2, 2012, there will be no Pre-K 4 classes on February 17 and March 2, 2012. This will not affect Pre-K 3 classes which will be held as usual on those two days.

This Week

Saint Andrew Boy Scout Troop 97 Open House – Tuesday, January 31, 2012, in the Saint Andrew Parish Hall at 7:00 p.m.  All Current and prospective Scouts and their families are invited to attend! Click HERE to view an information flyer.

Mass – Wednesday, February 1, 2012 9:00 am in the church. Mrs. Crowder's class is preparing this week’s mass. Please remember to send items for the offertory for Social Ministry. Parents are always welcome at school masses; designated seating area for parents is upstairs in the choir loft, unless a special circumstance requires you to sit downstairs. Our scheduled celebrant is Fr. Tom.

Wednesday, February 1, 2012 School-in-Action Personal Tours for prospective parents from 10am-Noon.

Wednesday, February 1, 2012 National Junior Honor Society Induction for 7th & 8th grade inductees will take place at 2:00 p.m. in the church. 

Thursday, February 2, 2012 –Grandparents/Grandfriends Day 8:30a.m to noon. NOON DISMISSAL

Friday, February 3, 2012 – Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences (Your child’s homeroom class.) There will be no regular school classes on Friday.

• Please report directly to your child’s homeroom class, and wait outside of your child’s class until your scheduled time.
• Please call the office if you are not able to keep your appointment. (817-924-8917)

Next Week

February Rosary – Tuesday, February 7 at 1:00 Please join us in the Parish Hall, room 218. Our guest speaker this month is nationally known, Monica Ashour, MTS, M Hum; She is also a Saint Andrew Catholic School and Nolan Catholic alum. She will be speaking to us on the Theology of the Body and the Rosary. We will begin as always by praying the Rosary, followed by coffee and our speaker. We will conclude in time for 3:00 school dismissal. Please invite your friends for this very special opportunity!  Click HERE to view an informational flyer and information on the speaker.

Diocesan Inservice—NO SCHOOL – Friday, February 10, 2012. There will be no classes.

Nolan Mardi Gras – Saturday, February 11, 2012.  To purchase tickets visit the Nolan Catholic website or call Nolan Catholic High School at 817-457-2020.

2011-2012 Yearbook
Make your student's year at SAS memorable!

It’s a great time to buy yearbooks and ads at Saint Andrew Catholic School! You can now buy your student’s yearbook and Eighth Grade ad online at this LINK. Don’t wait — yearbooks are on sale for $35 Now through February 16, 2012. They will increase to $45 after this date. BUY Now and SAVE!! If you do not wish to order online, click this LINK to download a printable form which can be returned to the school office.

The score of the big game. The name of the girl in their English class. The clothes and hairstyles. These are all things you will want your student to remember years from now. Don’t miss out on your chance to help them remember. Purchase their yearbook today!  Info about Eighth Grade Ads will come out later this week. Thank you!!—God Bless, The SAS Yearbook Staff.

Save the Date

Save the Date for the 2012 Stephen Breen Spirit Games on Sunday, March 4, 2012 at Nolan Catholic High School. The Spirit Games will begin with mass with Bishop Vann at 11:00 am. The Spirit Games will include activities such as Dodge Ball, Fear Factor, Amazing Race, Minute to Win It, Carnival Booths and much more!

St. Andrew Knights BBQ for your Super Bowl party?

The KCs will be selling brisket, ribs, and chopped BBQ in the Parish Hall on Sunday February 5^th 8:00 to 11:00 AM or while supplies last. It will be cooked, vacuum packed & sold by the pound!  And you thought the HAMS were good??!!

Boy Scout Troop 97 – To earn money for an upcoming BSA adventure the scouts are available for hire on weekends. The troop is offering yard maintenance and light handyman outdoor projects. We can rake leaves and remove those ugly dead bushes or small trees that have died due to the drought. Click HERE to view an informational flyer.

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Families with Young Children – Potluck Supper & Movie Night – Friday, February 3, 2012 6:00 - 8:00 PM in the Parish Hall. Come meet other families and enjoy an evening of fellowship & community building. Click HERE to view an informational flyer and to RSVP.

Ignite – February 12, 3-6pm (5pm Mass included in time) This monthly middle school youth group is for all of those in grades 7 and 8. We begin with Praise and Worship in the Church and then proceed to the gym to engage in conversation and activities based on the monthly theme. Snacks are provided during the afternoon. Youth can either be picked up at 4:45 at the gym or join each other at the 5pm Mass with reserved seating! It’s never too late to register, please contact Lisa Frank to sign up.

Diocesan Middle School Rally – No1b4Me—February 18, 10:30am – 8:30pm. This event is at Most Blessed Sacrament, 2100 N. Davis Drive Arlington, TX. This first ever Diocesan Middle School Rally is sure to be a hit with all those in grades 6, 7, and 8! The fun and interactive day will focus on faith and fellowship and how technology fits into all of it. The day will consist of inflatables, games, keynote presenters, breakout sessions, and Mass. The cost is only $30 and includes a rally t-shirt and dinner (youth are asked to bring their own lunch, but drinks will be provided). Registration deadline is February 1. You can find all the registration forms at this LINK.

For more information, contact Lisa Frank at the parish at lfrank@standrewcc.org or 817-927-5383.

Social Ministry is in need of an Antique Buyer. Do you operate an antique store or booth? Would you be willing to sell items on consignment for Social Ministry? We often get donated items that we can sell to make money for our food pantry. If you are interested in donating your time & space, please contact Social Ministry.

Keeping Our Children and Youth Safe Sessions

**Please check the diocesan website for sessions that are being offered throughout the diocese.**

Have a great week & thanks for reading the

Wildcat Weekly News!