Monday Memo

Week 26 | March 6-10

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Letter from the Administration

Wow!   What a weekend.  If you lost power I hope you have it back or get it back very soon.  We were without power until late last night so now we are trying to return to our normal routine.  For those if us who run anxious this could have created some really big feelings.  I wondered how many of our students were experiencing these feelings.  Sometimes when our children are experiencing anxiety their behavior looks like something else.  Sometimes it is defiant and argumentative.  Sometimes it is crying, whining,  and being clingy.  At other times it may be isolating in a room and not wanting to be around anyone in the house.  As parents we may react to these behaviors without realizing that it is because they are feeling unsafe or their brain is perceiving a situation as unsafe. Sometimes our response can continue their feelings rather than help them work through it.

I read an article from Karen Young on HeySigmund.com.  She discusses ways to help our children when they are reacting to anxiety and how to help them feel safe.  I am attaching it below.  I hope you find it helpful.


https://www.heysigmund.com/when-anxiety-doesnt-look-like-anxiety-how-to-recognise-and-manage-anxiety-fuelled-behaviour/


Please be sure to let me know if you need anything.  I am here to help.  

Stacie Short

School Counselor

--- Around the school ---

‭Health Department Helpline: (502) 912-8598‬

covid protocol:

If your child tests positive for Covid or has Covid symptoms, please refer to the Archdiocese of Louisville Covid Health Guidelines (attached) and complete the form below. Email your child's homeroom and Amy Baker at abaker@stalbert.org with any absence from school to arrange pickup if your child's missed work. 

2022-2023 & 2023-2024 Calendars

To access the 2022-2023 & 2023-2024 School Year Calendars, please click below.


2023-24 School Board Open Positions

The School Board is now seeking volunteers and nominations for the open Voting Member positions for the upcoming 2023-24 school year. We are seeking individuals to fill the following positions.


Budget Chair

The budget committee gathers and understands the status of school funding from tuition, subsidies and fundraising to assist the principal in advocating on behalf of the school to the Parish Finance Council. It also reviews financial reports to ensure that proper financial management policies and procedures are in place regarding income and expenses. This is a great committee if you live on a budget or have experience in accounting and finance.


Data Chair

The data committee collects data on enrollment, testing, state of the school, alumni and current school families. It assists the other standing committees needing survey information and data to develop their goals, in particular the planning and development committees. This is a great committee if you love to organize or have experience in market research and data analysis.


Technology Chair

The technology committee drafts a school technology plan, including budget, by assessing existing technology, prioritizing a wish list and gathering cost estimates on securing wish list items. It also evaluates how technology is being used effectively elsewhere. The committee works closely with school and parish technology personnel. This is a great committee if you have experience with information technology and computer programming or you just can’t live without the latest tech gadget.


Secretary

The Secretary is a member of the Executive Committee and responsible for the following:



If you would like to volunteer for an open position or submit a nomination, please email Aaron Giust, School Board Secretary, at schoolboard-secretary@stalbert.org your first and last name (or nominee's name) along with a contact number and email address by Friday, February 24, 2023.

 

All volunteers and nominees are required to meet with current School Board members for a Discernment Meeting during the week of February 26, 2023, to learn more about the Board and the responsibilities of Voting Members. The exact date and time will be determined upon input from interested parties. Thank you!


Grade 5 - Folk Dance and Ice Cream Social - Coming Soon!

Thursday, March 16, 2023 - 6:30- 8:00 pm in St. Albert Gym

5th Grade students and their parent/parents are invited to join Dr. Rob Amchin of U o L School of Education with Ms. Peake in a night of fun and folk dance together, ending with a tasty ice cream treat. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes and maybe something green! We look forward to starting this new musical tradition!

--- After school ---

support the PTO 

When: Thursday, March 16th, 4:00PM-8:00PM

Where: Panera Bread on Rudy Lane

Join us Thursday, March 16th at Panera Bread on Rudy Lane 4pm-8pm - 20% of proceeds go to St. Albert PTO!! 

In store, Drive Through, Carry out OR Delivery!! 

Stroke Clinic

The Lakeside Seahawks would like to extend and invitation to all students for our stoke clinic beginning April 15th. All information is on the attached flyer. Use QR code to register. 

The Crayon Initiative

4th Grade Girl Scout, Troop 1391, is collecting used and broken crayons for their service project in support of The Crayon Initiative.  These crayons will be recycled into new crayons for children’s hospitals.  Please bring in your used and broken crayons and place them in the containers in the classrooms and throughout the school.  We will be collecting until the middle of April.  Thank you for your help!


To learn more about the crayon initiative please visit 

https://thecrayoninitiative.org

Free Annual Spring Cleaning Event 

Join us on Saturday, April 8th from 9-11:00am for a free recycle, shred, donate, dispose event! This free neighborhood event is hosted by RE Solutions (8712 Bayberry Place) in partnership with the City of Plantation and several non profit agencies (WaterStep, Twice Blessed Bargains, Free2Hope) to allow surrounding neighbors the opportunity to do a little spring cleaning and a lot of giving back through donations! Coffee and donuts will be provided, drive through option available! 

SHA Spring Events

6th and 7th graders- it’s your time to explore SHA and see how your Forever Starts Today!


Future Valkyrie Night at the Theater

March 10, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.

Matilda the Musical

Future Valkyrie Movie Night

April 14, 2023, 6:30-9:00 p.m.

Class of 2028 High School Preview Night

For Students and Parents

April 26, 2023, 6:30 p.m.

SHA Summer Send-off Luau

May 12, 2023, 6:30 p.m.


7th graders – Schedule your Shadow Visit at sha.shslou.org

Spring 2023 Stem Club

Don't miss our final 6-week STEM Club of the school year! Our team is planning some exciting things for the spring session, including Lego Robotics, the science of soap-making, building solar cars, and making homemade bouncy balls! 


Scan the QR Code on the Image or click on it to learn more and sign up!

Homework Club, Grades 6-8

St. Albert the Great is pleased to announce an after school program, Homework Club, developed for students currently in grades 6-8 who are challenged by completing their homework in a timely manner, need additional assistance with assignments, and or need to to prepare for tests and quizzes.

Homework Club is a structured environment where students will receive small group attention and motivation in a warm and encouraging atmosphere. 

The goal of Homework Club is to help students become resourceful and proactive learners.  Students will become empowered to take charge of their academics and learn the art of successful study habits.  

Homework Club will be mentored by Deanna O'Keefe

Club participation is limited to 12 students per day.

--- From the parish ---

NATIONAL CATHOLIC YOUTH CONFERENCE (NCYC)!!  Is coming to Indy this November 16-18th for those in 9-12 grades in the Fall of ‘23!!  The cost will be $170 if you register before March 31st!  (St. Albert will pay $300 toward your fee and CEF pays $100) NCYC is a powerfully unique 3-day experience of prayer, community ( with thousands of teens!), service and empowerment for Catholic teenagers of high school age.  NCYC is the premiere Catholic youth event on a national scale that gathers people from all across America for a life-changing encounter with Christ! Contact Deacon Mark Preischel mpreischel@stalbert.org to register before March 31 (price goes up after that) 

First Reconciliation

Parents of First Graders!  

Our First Reconciliation Parent/Child Retreat will be held in Church on March 7 at 6:30 pm.  This will also be our rehearsal! 

Remember to invite your child's grandparents for our Grandparents' Day on March 22 - meeting the grandparents for the 8:30 am Mass and then walking over to Visitation Hall for doughnuts and a craft.

CLICK HERE FOR THE RSVP - so that we may order enough doughnuts!


If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Koeberlein dkoeberlein@stalbert.org ext 110.

--- Summer Plans ---

Assumption High School Summer Camps

We are excited to announce that our 2023 summer camp schedule is now open! This year, Assumption is offering over 40 fun-filled enrichment and athletic sessions, including 13 new camps to girls and boys in grades K – 9. Our goal is for each camper to have an exciting, safe summer, and build new friendships. We hope your family will be able to take advantage of these opportunities! Space is limited, so register today, and come see what it’s like to be a Rocket! Contact miranda.mccarty@ahsrockets.org with questions.

Sacred heart academy summer camps

Spend your summer with Sacred Heart!

Sacred Heart is excited to offer your daughter or son endless opportunities to be engaged, entertained, educated and empowered this summer! With over 60 summer camps taking place on campus, we have something for every interest, age and ability. 

Registration is open, sign up and secure your student’s spot for summer fun at Sacred Heart! 

https://www.shslou.org/apps/pages/summer-camps

NASA Astro Camp 2023

Please join us for our 2nd year of partnering with St. Albert the Great to bring Kentucky's Official NASA Summer Learning Program to students in grades K-8! We have even extended the hours because there is so much fun to squeeze in! 

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