January 14. 2008

Reconciliation and First Communion: Attendance at the parent meetings is mandatory. Those parents who missed both Reconciliation meetings must attend Sunday’s make-up meeting after the 9:00 Mass (around 10:00) in the Parish Center in order for their children to receive these sacraments this year.

Science Fair: This year’s school Science Fair will be held on Thursday, February 5^th from 7:00 – 8:00 in the Parish Social Hall. Ms King, the 7^th & 8^th grade Science teacher at Judge, is organizing the fair. 7th & 8^th grade projects will be judged and the winners will be entered in the Diocesan Science Fair. K – 6^th grade students are invited to participate as well and teachers will be organizing projects. Ms King has asked for the following help from parents: set up / tear down, emcee, basic crowd control, creating and distributing programs, food set-up and put away and monitoring, certificate “filler-inners” (to complete certificates that night as category “winners” are chosen). In addition, she is asking each class to provide refreshments: Grades 1 & 2 – beverages, Grades 3 & 4 – savory appetizers, Grades 5 & 6 – fruit / veggie trays, and Grades 7 & 8 – sugary treats. If you can be of help in any of the above areas, please contact Ms King by e-mail aking@judgememorial.com and CC the school office. By working together, we can make this a great event for the students!

Confirmation: Registration paperwork was sent home before the Christmas break. If you intend for your child to be confirmed this year, the form must be completed and returned by this Friday, January 16^th.

Report Cards: Report Cards were sent home in today’s Wednesday envelope. Check for yours. Remember to sign it and return it to school.

Used Ink Cartridges: The first ink cartridges were sent for refund and we should be receiving about $50.00. The company only takes ink cartridges that fit in the palm of your hand. We can no longer send in the large ones. Ask your friends and families to collect them for you.

Catholic Schools Week: Catholic Schools Week is January 25^th to 30^th. We have planned some wonderful events and the schedule will be posted on the website and sent home next week. I hope everyone will be able to take part in at least some of the activities.

OPEN HOUSE: We are having our first Open House on Sunday, January 25^th from12:00 – 3:00. The best way to ensure the financial stability of our school is with enrollment. If you are happy with your child’s educational opportunities here at Our Lady of Lourdes (and you should be if your children are still here) then spread the word and encourage your friends to visit our Open House. All students are encouraged to attend the 11:00 Mass on the 25^th in uniform. It is also the 4^th grade school Mass.

CALERNDAR REMINDERS: Remember to keep your calendar in a visible place (like on the refrigerator door). 7^th & 8^th grade Friday dismissal times are posted on the calendar. The calendar is on the website if you have misplaced it. Here are some items of note:

January 16^th: School Mass @ 9:00 – 4^th grade

January 19^th: School closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

January 20^th: Penny Wars begin

January 23^rd: 7^th & 8^th grade dance @ Madeline Choir School