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School Newsletter: October 23, 2021

10/23/2021

 
Thanks to all who attended our mandatory parent conferences. This provided an opportunity for parents and teachers to become more acquainted with each other, discuss workload, expectations, and determine current progress. If for some reason you were unable to attend, please reach out to your child’s teacher(s) for an in person or phone conference in the upcoming week.
    
Our Witnesses of the Week deserve a round of applause for demonstrating “studiousness” as it has been our virtue of the month. George L (7th) extended his in-class science studies by independently researching beyond the expected requirements. He brought new knowledge to the whole class through his desire to wonder, observe and analyze. Emilia P (5th) likewise challenged herself by going above and beyond on her given English assignment. We are grateful for the effort made by these two individuals and many others who reflect our school’s vision to view learning as desirable rather than a chore.

I would like to address the vitality of our Parent’s Club. Rather than a mere collection of individuals, we have a strong and supportive school group that’s actively scheduling and planning for many of our upcoming events that make our school culture so special. If you are looking for volunteer hours, please consider attending a meeting to discover the various ways your talents could be put to use. Many parents fear that attending may lead to a bottomless hole of volunteering. Keep in mind that you don’t have to agree to every request that comes your way. On a side note, Parent’s Club organizes our Sunday Mass Hospitality once a month. I would highly encourage our class parents to consider participating when it’s your child’s homeroom turn. We feel it’s important for our parish community to see the faces of Star parents and possibly hear your reasons for selecting us for your child’s educational needs. It has often been said that the best means of evangelization is through encouragement of Catholic school participation. Thanks.
     
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
  • Individuals interested in applying for School Commission Board, please see attached application.
  • Saints Museum Costume Bins: The school has a limited number of Saints costumes available to borrow for our Saints Museum.  If you would like to look through the bins, please contact the school office to schedule an appointment.
  • Trail Life USA, for boys in grades K-12, meets on the 1st and 3rd Mondays in the gym.  Boys engage in adventure, character development and leadership skills. For additional information, see the OLSOS parish website.
  • We have hired a new kitchen staff member, and we will be serving hot lunch again. Occasionally, menu changes may occur, unfortunately that is out of our control.
  • The Fulcrum Foundation tuition assistance application for the 2022-2023 school year is available online at fulcrumfoundation.org 
    • The application is due by January 7th, 2021.  This year’s application fee is $35.
    • If you require assistance with this application, please call the school office to schedule an appointment anytime before December 10th, 2021. 
*This application MUST be submitted by any family that will be applying for parish assistance.
    
UPCOMING DATES
Oct. 26th-  Aquinas Classical Academy’s Information Night at 6:30pm in the John Paul II Youth Center 
Oct. 27th- Student Council Elections for representatives and officers
Oct. 29th- Saints Museum- Starts w/Mass at 9am 
Nov. 3-  5th-8th Grade students can wear their Pro-Life T-shirt in place of the PE shirt
Nov. 5- First Friday Family Formation Night featuring Dr. Naughton on Reclaiming the Lord’s Day in Camerman Hall from 6-8pm (childcare provided) with potluck for all (these count as parent hours)
Nov. 9- Parent’s Club Meeting @ 7pm in Ctr Rms.1 & 2 - childcare provided                                                                                                                                                                  
CATHOLIC LIBERAL EDUCATION IN ACTION
    Sister Maria Caeli’s 8th grade class experienced the good, the true and the beautiful on their yearly retreat this past week to Powell Butte, Oregon. The highlight of their trip always includes a healthy hike with stunning views that reveal the omnipotent power of God and His desire to surround us in beauty. The three day retreat also entailed great discussions and activities led by our talented missionaries who connect so well with these teens. ​

School Newsletter: October 16, 2021

10/16/2021

 
We just concluded our MAP assessments in the areas of Reading, Language Arts and Mathematics. I am grateful for the effort put forth by our students as these summative assessments require much focus and endurance for true representation of academic growth. Your child’s teacher will be able to share these results with each family at your upcoming conference or within the first trimester report card. 

As the year progresses, we are establishing our student body council that has always been part of our school community. Mrs. Kilgallen will be heading up the elected officers and representatives from grades 3-8. Their list of responsibilities include leading morning prayers, fundraising, organizing service projects, presenting to groups, setting up events, writing student newsletters, and more. We invite students to make this commitment to serve their peers, the Church and the community at large. Furthermore, your ability to present yourself and communicate effectively will be heavily encouraged as part of our new curriculum. Class representative and student council speeches have been extended in hopes of seeing greater participation.  I truly look forward to hearing well written brief speeches by many of your children. *Please see the schedule below. 

Finally as both volleyball and cross country came to a close, I want to thank again the athletes and coaches for their commitment to honor the gift of physical movement through teamwork and graciousness while tackling the finer points of both sports.      
 
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
  • School Lunches: If your child is opting for school lunch, we encourage you to send them with extra food/snacks as we are finding our older students are still hungry after finishing their lunch.  We are only able to provide 1 lunch per student.  
  • Saints Museum Costume Bins: The school has a limited number of Saints costumes available to borrow for our Saints Museum.  If you would like to look through the bins, please contact the school office to schedule an appointment.
  • School Mass Uniform Reminder:  All Kindergarten - 8th grade students are required to wear a white polo and school sweater every Friday for Mass.  Students out of compliance with this policy will receive a dress code violation.
  • The Fulcrum Foundation tuition assistance application for the 2022-2023 school year is available online at fulcrumfoundation.org 
    • The application is due by January 7th, 2021.  This year’s application fee is $35.
    • If you require assistance with this application, please call the school office to schedule an appointment anytime before December 10th, 2021. 
*This application MUST be submitted by any family that will be applying for parish assistance. 
  • Parent Conferences (Oct. 20-22)  
    • Wednesday's conference will be held for Kindergarten - 4th grades only from 12:45pm to 4:30pm. Please sign-up for a time slot through your student/s class sign-up genius sent out by teachers this week.
      • There will be no middle school conferences on Wednesday.
    • Thursday conferences will be held from Kindergarten - 8th Grade from 1:00pm to 7:30pm.
      • Middle school conferences held in the cafeteria on a drop-in basis.
      • Childcare will be in the gym after 5:30pm if needed.  
    • If you cannot attend this mandatory conference, please contact your teacher for possibly another date. 
    • Star Care will be available for our Kindergarten - 8th grade students during conferences until 5:30pm, then until 7pm on Thursday in the gym.
  • As the weather gets colder, please send your child with a uniform sweater and a coat. In addition, please have your child ready to exit your vehicle at your drop off location with a coat, backpack and water bottle.  This will allow the flow of cars to move swiftly.

UPCOMING DATES
Oct. 17th- 6th Grade will be hosting hospitality after 8 & 11 am Masses (Students who help out may have free dress on Monday, Oct. 18th
Oct. 19th- Parents’ Club Meeting in Ctr Rooms 1 & 2 at 7pm (childcare provided)
Oct. 20th – 22nd- Conferences (Noon Dismissal)
Oct. 26th-  Aquinas Classical Academy’s Information Night at 6:30pm in  the John Paul II Youth Center 
Oct. 29th- Saints Museum-  NO STAR CARE
Nov. 3-  5th-8th Grade students can wear Life Runner shirt in support of the protection of the lives of the unborn
Nov. 5- First Friday Family Formation Night featuring Dr. Naughton on Reclaiming  the Lord’s Day in Camerman Hall at 6-8pm (childcare provided) with potluck for all (these count as parent hours)
*Student Council deadlines: Written Speeches- Wed., Oct. 20th; Speech Presentation- Mon., Oct. 25th; Elections- Wed., Oct. 27th                                                                                                                                                                      

​CATHOLIC LIBERAL EDUCATION IN ACTION
In our new Art course with Mr. Ogilvie (grades 5-8), classes practiced seminar style discussions on visual inspirations and how these are gifts from God. Some students referenced viewing sunrises, hiked landscapes, and sun shining through stained glass windows of our own church. In addition, this first week of art focused on how to improve one's drawing skills. “Mark making”, our basic ability to be purposeful and controlled in our application of pencil to paper, is key to developing skill. These exercises promoted fine motor skill, hand-eye coordination, focus, and discipline. Mr. Ogilvie is a wonderful addition to our liberal education staff.

​SPORTS RESULTS
  
Volleyball
B Team (3-1 record) W 25-17, 25-10
A Team (1-3 record) W 25-21, 25-13   

School Newsletter: October 1, 2021

10/1/2021

 
FROM MRS. POWELL

Welcome to October. What better way to start off this month by acknowledging the feast of St.Therese of Lisieux (October 1st). She embodies the actualization of a young and modern person’s potential to will holiness through smallest deeds. Our students will be presented this concept throughout this month to foster a yearning to live out small acts with love here at school and home. Please join us in frequently reminding your child to practice such virtue intentionally as we as parents seek this for ourselves. 

As we embark on fall, please keep in mind that we are all going to battle the typical cold and flu issues as we have always encountered pre- COVID. However, with a heightened awareness of the pandemic, we are grateful for all your efforts to detect if your child needs to remain home, recuperate and if needed, be tested according to the flow chart.  We are happy to see negative tests coming back with students simply battling cold symptoms that subside within a couple of days. As usual, we are following all guidance by the Archdiocese of Seattle and Kitsap Public Health Department to ensure safety is being practiced with every sign of illness presented.

I am so grateful for the opportunity to have had Dr. Tom Curran provide our staff with solid professional and spiritual development this past Friday. It is crucial for your children’s instructors to have continuous formation of their intellect and soul to better serve your students. His prowess as a public speaker made listening to his years of experience and deep wisdom a joy. If you could not make the First Friday Family Faith Formation night with Dr. Curran on the state of the culture and best parenting practices, please consider listening to one or more of his amazing podcasts, Sound Insight For Catholic Living with Dr. Tom Curran.

UPCOMING DATES
Oct. 7 - Cross Country Meet at Ilahee Preserve Heritage Park
Oct. 8 - @ Peace Lutheran (‘B’ Team 3:45pm, ‘A’ Team 4:30pm) 
Oct. 8- Noon Dismissal (if going to Star Care, please bring a lunch from home)  - Professional Development
​Oct. 11- Columbus Day- NO SCHOOL

Oct. 12 @ Star (‘B’ Team 3:45pm, ‘A’ Team 4:30pm)
Oct. 13- Picture Day- Full Uniform Required
Oct. 15- No School - Teacher In-service
Oct. 20th – 22nd- Conferences (Noon Dismissal)

IMPORTANT REMINDERS
  • Saints Museum will be Oct. 29, so please assist your child prepare early for their speech/costume as they will be assigned their saints in class this week
  • Due to some scheduling changes, certain classes will receive instruction within your child’s classroom
  • Be sure to sign up for upcoming conferences, Oct. 20th -22nd that your child’s teacher will email in Sign Up Genius
  • Please be sure to provide your child with a good night sleep and nutritional breakfast each day especially as they embark on MAP Testing
  • For Picture Day (10/13) Informational packets were sent home 9/24.  The photography studio (OPG)  asking to please place orders prior to picture day for a contactless experience
     https://olympicphoto.hhimagehost.com/V2/Home/LoginConsumer?EK=175821
    *Full uniform required to include sweater and white polo

    CATHOLIC LIBERAL EDUCATION IN ACTION
    In Music classes grades Kindergarten -2nd, Mrs. Pesely worked on a variety of skills from exposure to the beauty of classical music, pitch exploration, daily rhythm exercises, an introduction to solfege (learning the building blocks of melodies using do, re, mi, etc- think Sound of Music), song dances, solo singing, clear articulation of words within a menagerie of sources from folk songs, musical rhymes, and a Catholic hymn called As I Kneel Before You. The children are super engaged and learning a whole new aspect of music.

    ​SPORTS RESULTS

    Cross Country                                                                                                                                              
    Team results:
    Star - 1st place again!
    Individual results:
    7/8 Girls - Cameron Q (2nd), Marleigh O(3rd)
    7/8 Boys - Aidan O (1st)
    3/6 Girls - Abigail S (2nd), Ainsley G (3rd)
    3/6 Boys - William M(1st), Elias H (3rd)

    ​Volleyball (@ OLSOS)
    ‘B’ team (record 1-1) - L 2-1 (20-25, 25-20, 9-15)
    ‘A’ team (record 0-2) - L 2-1 (21-25, 25-10, 13-15)

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    School Principal, Mrs. Tina Powell

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