Published October 04, 2011 19:05
Download the Family EnvelopeVOLUME I NUMBER 8 October 4, 2011
Dear Parents,
As we turn the calendar to October, we look to our saints like St. Francis of Assisi, Our Lady of the Rosary, St. Luke, St. Simon and St. Jude for inspiration and modeling gospel values. Our gospel value this week is Understanding. This seems to fit in well with conferences. The team- you, the teacher and the student all work together as a team to assist the student in being a successful learner in a Christ centered environment. Our saints can be inspirations, you are role models and together we support the work of your children.
Thank you:
To all those who worked on the 50th Celebration as we continue to celebrate 50 things for the rest of the year, including our free dress say on Monday…It is all about celebrating those who went before us, those who are here with us now and making sure the future is a bright one for Christ the King Catholic School…
CTK 3rd ANNUAL WALK-A-JOG-A-THON: POSTPONED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER , Wednesday, October 5th! Wednesday, the 5th, will not be a free dress day .
- The Walk-A-Jog-A-Thon is re-scheduled for Tuesday, October 11th. Gr. 5-8 run at11:30 am and Gr. K-4 run at 12:05 p.m. Students will have free dress day on October 11th.
- Kindergartners will still have a Special K-Day Session II tomorrow (10:45-3:00 p.m.)
- Tuesday, October 11th will also be a Special K-Day Session II (10:45-3:00 p.m.)
- Please remember to turn in your pledge envelopes on or before this Wednesday. Please remember that free dress for this event is athletic attire, i.e., running shorts/sweats and tennis shoes.
PROGRESS REPORT INFORMATION: Progress Reports for the first half of the 1st Trimester are coming home in today. Please take the time to review them with your children noting their areas of strength and areas for growth. This is an excellent time for the school and home to work together to help our children set academic goals for 2011-2012 and determine how we can help them achieve those goals. Please note your child’s attendance may be reported incorrectly. School One (our student information system) inadvertently counted medical appointments as absences. The attendance will be correct on the next report card in December. Also note if your child receives a V-, it means VG- .
CONFERENCE REMINDER:Parent-Teacher Conferences begin this Thursday, October 6th and Friday, October 7th. Remember that there is no school on October 6th and 7th in order to accommodate all conferences. Please remember that students in grades 5-8 must be present for the conferences with their parents. If you find that you cannot make your conference, please contact the classroom teacher to reschedule. It is important that you arrive on time since the day is fully booked by time slots that must be adhered to in order to accommodate all parents. We look forward to working with you to ensure a successful partnership in your children’s education this school year!
BOOK FAIR 2011: It’s here…don’t forget stop by and see all the wonderful books on display. Think about the upcoming holidays and great gifts that are available. Wednesday, 3-6 p.m., Thursday, 9-6 p.m. and Friday, 9-1 p.m.
7TH GRADE PARENTS : Please note that a Camp Caritas informational meeting will be held for you, Tuesday evening, October 18th at 6 p.m. in the 7th grade classroom. This presentation will allow you to ask questions and learn about Camp Caritas and your children’s week away starting on October 24th.
E-MAIL ADDRESS CORRECTION: The correct e-mail for Mrs. Judith McWalter-Sante is:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR ALL VOLUNTEERS : Safe Environment for Children In order for us to continue to be in compliance with the Diocese, all volunteers who are with children where a school employee would not be present at all times must be fingerprinted. Beginning November 1st, this fingerprint policy will be in effect. If you will be volunteering in any of the following capacities on or after this date you must be fingerprinted:
Field Trips Garden Awareness Hot Lunch Student Health Testing
Quilt/Auction Projects (where student work is done on campus without a teacher or aide present at all times).
The Diocese will be sending a representative to CTK on Monday, October 31st from 10:30 - 1:30 p.m. to do fingerprinting for us or you may go to a local police station (you must take the Diocesan form, available in the school office, with you if you choose this option). The cost is $34 per person at CTK. If you would like to be fingerprinted at CTK on October 31st, please complete the reservation form found in today’s family envelope. Return the completed form and your check to the school office as soon as possible so that we can let the Diocese know how many to prepare for.
We appreciate your cooperation with this mandate; if you have questions about the policy you may contact Marilyn Marchi , Project Coordinator for the Diocese of Oakland Safe Environment Project, 510-267-8315, mmarchi@oakdiocese.org.
FATHER DAUGHTER HARVEST BALL: Invitations are coming home in the family envelope today. The Harvest Ball is on Saturday, November 5th at 5:00 p.m. Don't miss a special evening of dinner and dancing with your father / daughter. Picture packets will come home the week before the event. Any questions, please contact Janine Orr 935-1681 or JTO26@aol.com
SCRIP NEWS:In celebration of the School’s 50th birthday (and the Parish’s 60th) we had a raffle this week for $50 in scrip gift cards. Our winner was…the OLIVIER family (Ryan 8th grade)!!! Congratulations! We will continue these raffles once a month through the school year, so watch the Newsletter for info each week.
CLUB CTK: Attention Kindergarten Families: Tomorrow is a Special “K” Day all Kindergarten students will attend Session II 10:45 – 3:00 even though the “Walk a Jog a Thon” has been postponed. If your child will need CLUB care please return the Special K form that was sent home in your child’s Bear binder or call CLUB at 685-0995. Please make a reservation for this Special day even if your child attends CLUB regularly on Wednesday mornings.
ART ENRICHMENT CLASS : All Fired Up Mobile Art Studio is offering an after school Art Enrichment Program. This is a four week program beginning tomorrow, Wednesday October 5th and runs until Wednesday October 26th. Please download the flyer for information and sign ups. This program is available to all students at Christ the King School. If your child attends CLUB CTK they will not be billed for CLUB time while attending the art program. If your child is not able to participate all four weeks you may prorate the fee, each week is $16.00. If you have any questions please contact Sue Howard 685-0995 or email showard@ctkschool.org.
GARDEN CAFÉ:No cafe this Friday due to parent-teacher conferences. Let’s look forward to fall with these upcoming themes: October 14: St. Francis of Assisi/ Columbus Day (Italian) October 21: Citrus: October28: Halloween
SAVE THE DATE FOR THE ANNUAL PTG HALLOWEEN ICE CREAM SOCIAL: This free event will be held Friday, October 28th from 6-8pm in the gym. Family fun for all, including games, storytelling and ICE CREAM. Start thinking about your Halloween costumes early! We will be looking for volunteers to set up on Friday morning as well as to work the event on Friday night. Please contact Kate Halfon or Pam Johansen if you are interested.
IMPORTANT DATES AHEAD:
Wednesday, October 5:
Walk-A-Jog-A-Thon – POSTPONED
All Kindergartners - Special K Day II – 10:45 – 3:00 p.m.
Book Fair 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Auction Meeting – 7:00 p.m. – Room 222
Thursday, October 6:
Parent Teacher Conferences- No Classes
Students Gr. 5-8 Attend Conference
Book Fair – 9:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Gr. 2 Parent Reconciliation Meeting 7:30 p.m. in Church
School Board Meeting 7:00 p.m. - Faculty Room
Friday, October 7:
Parent Teacher Conferences- No Classes
Students Gr. 5-8 Attend Conference
Book Fair – 9:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Monday, October 10:
Columbus Day
School Holiday
Tuesday, October 11:
Walk-A-Jog-A-Thon –
Gr. 5-8 run at11:30 am and Gr. K-4 run at 12:05 p.m
- Free dress for this event is athletic attire, i.e., running shorts/sweats and tennis shoes.
All Kindergartners attend Special K Day – Session II - 10:45 – 3:00 p.m.
Student Leadership – 12:15 p.m.