September 19, 2024
September 19, 2024
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Thank you to all of the parents that joined us to listen to our speaker, Pam Hurwitz, this week. It was wonderful to have her at St. Albert, and her message was well received and needed by many. (Including me!)
Pam’s message, “Be still and know that I am here”, is rooted in us. We, as parents, need to feed ourselves through knowing God’s presence in our daily lives: Seeing God’s presence in the actions of our children, feeling his presence through their smiles and hugs, and hearing God’s presence through their voices.
Pam’s story of reading to her father as he drifts off to sleep at night, is one that many of us can relate to. Reading to our children and tiptoeing out of the room is a daily routine for many. We need to recognize that this is a God given moment in time, that won’t last forever. Cherish that quiet time to see, feel, and hear God’s presence.
The video of all of the “firsts” in our lives are fleeting…our baby’s first cry, first step, first day of school, first time driving, leaving for college, wedding days… They are all gifts from God that don’t last forever. Please, please, please, take the time to enjoy these gifts.
Ellen Martin
School Principal
St. Albert does not accept items that have been left at home. This policy is school-wide Preschool-8th grade.
This includes but is not limited to:
· Chromebooks
· Water bottles (we have water fountains)
· Binders, homework, projects
· Lunches (except on 12:30 dismissal days)
· Backpacks
Exceptions: eyeglasses, retainers, medicine, etc.
*All students should be using a St. Albert-approved water bottle at school. (Always label belongings.) Please visit the school website, under Spirit Wear to order one as they are back in stock!
*Please include the office (abaker@stalbert.org) and teachers regarding dismissal changes.
*Please ALWAYS notify abaker@stalbert.org if your child will NOT be riding the bus in the afternoon.
*Always send in a lunch & drink on 12:30 dismissals- Cafeteria Closed
You can also add our digital school calendar to your phone so you have the latest school dates at your fingertips. To add our Google Calendar, click HERE and then select the +Google Calendar in the bottom right corner.
Wear your favorite Trinity or St. X attire. Who will have the most representation? Rocks or Tigers? Students are welcome to have a regular dress-down day as long as it follows the $1 dress-down day policy found in the Student/Parent Handbook on our website. All proceeds benefit 8th-grade activities.
WHAT TO WEAR:
Wild animal accessories such as animal print, ears, etc.! No Masks! The most decked-out class will win a spirit prize! *This is only for the walkathon and cannot be worn during class time.
Non-uniform athletic bottoms and tennis shoes
Students will receive a Walk T-shirt tomorrow to change into
Sunscreen
Students will eat lunch in the cafeteria like a normal school day!
VOLUNTEERS/EVENT SAFETY: Thank you to all who have volunteered to help that day! The volunteer slots are now full. We do ask that if you do not have a volunteer role, that you do not attend the event. Any visitors to the school have to check in and check out for safety reasons, and we don’t have the capacity to do that for parents just to participate in the event. Volunteers need to check in at a table outside the gym. While the students are out on the route, they will be monitored by parent volunteers as well as the Graymoor-Devondale Police Department. Thank you for your understanding.
Mrs. O'Keefe unexpectedly had to go to California for a funeral. Homework Club will resume Thursday, September 26th.
Join Principal, Ellen Martin, and Assistant Principals, Debbie Abbott & Deanna O'Keefe, for an informal gathering to talk about school-related issues, share ideas, ask questions, and stay connected to school staff and fellow parents.
To encourage discussion and engagement in a small group setting, we are only taking 22 parents per session. We kindly ask that only one parent per family sign up and sign up for one session. If there are still spots remaining after 9/23, you are welcome to sign up for an additional parent/session. Coffee & Conversations Sign-Up
We want to hear from you. Please take a minute to fill out our survey with topic requests and questions so that we can better meet your needs. Parent Topic Requests & Questions Survey
For questions, please contact Janelle Richardson at jrichardson@stalbert.org.
Join Technology Director Ken O'Brien for a 2 day after-school refresher camp on Google Docs or Google Slides designed for 5th and 6th graders. Each camp session will begin at 3 pm and end at 4:15 pm. Registration and cost information is available at the following link.
Our 8th graders have an amazing opportunity to embark on an East Coast Expedition trip of a lifetime. Students will tour Washington D.C., Gettysburg, and New York City. This is the third year we are taking students on a trip of this scale. We are hopeful that our community will help us make the trip affordable for all who would like to travel by participating and supporting our fundraising efforts.
Our Beach Volleyball Tournament fundraiser will be on September 28, 2024. It will be a day of fun at J-town Beach! We are looking for support in several ways: enter a team to play in the tournament, pencil it in on your calendar to come out for the day to enjoy good company and good food and order an event t-shirt which students can also wear on Spirit Wear days at school!
There will be two divisions of play, "Competitive" and “Family Fun". Below you will find information on each division.
The Competitive Division: Must be 9th Grade or older. This is for teams of people who would fall into the C, B, or A category of play. This is a double-elimination tournament. TEAMS SIGNED UP FOR THIS DIVISION MUST BE CO-ED.
The Family Fun Division: For 12 years old and up. This is for kids and people who are just looking for fun and to have a great time. This is a double-elimination tournament. Please note some kids' teams might not be co-ed. ADULT TEAMS MUST BE CO-ED.
Please sign up on the Signup Genius Link to enter your team. Cost is $200/team:
Order a Spikes for Vikes t-shirt here.
Please contact Cindy Lindle at cchoinka@yahoo.com with registration questions and for payment options.
Dust off those boots and hats and get ready for a fun night of dancing, games, and friendship.
Saturday, November 2, 2024
7pm-10pm
Spread the word and invite your friends.
Please see the link
Click, HERE, to visit our PTO webpage.
2024-2025 PTO Executive Committee:
President - Jennifer Boyle, ptopresident@stalbert.org
Vice President - Sarah Stahl, ptovicepresident@stalbert.org
Secretary - Lauren Biagi, ptosecretary@stalbert.org
Treasurer - Emily Rives, ptotresurer@stalbert.org
Past President - Christine Newman, pto-past-president@stalbert.org
2024-2025 PTO Meeting Dates:
September 26th, 7:00pm-8:30pm, Visitation Hall (Cafeteria)
November 21st, 7:00pm-8:30pm, Visitation Hall (Cafeteria)
January 23rd, 7:00pm-8:30pm, Visitation Hall (Cafeteria)
April 24th, 7:00pm-8:30pm, PLC
Restaurant Fundraisers:
Thank You to all who came out to our August restaurant fundraiser at Dairy Queen. Through your purchases and generosity, we were able to raise $83.30 this month! We appreciate your continued support!
Did you know that there are two ways you can help our school earn money with things you are probably doing everyday?
1. Choose St. Albert the Great P.T.O. for your Kroger Community Rewards. This can be done easily by selecting our program on your digital account.
St. Albert the Great school ID # is: FY349
2. Create a Box Tops For Education account and easily snap pictures of your receipts to earn money for our school! No more clipping, it is all digital now. It is easiest to download the app. Learn more at BTFE.com
St. Albert the Great school ID is: 156500
Current Box Tops for Education Promotions:
Target: 40 Bonus Box Tops when you buy any 4 participating products in a single transaction, now through 9/21/24
Sign up to be a room parent! Link here.
The PTO is looking for volunteers to plan and execute classroom parties for Halloween, Christmas and Valentine’s Day. Each homeroom needs 2 room parent volunteers who will use PTO funds for the parties. One lead room parent per grade will also be responsible for any extra communication or coordination with the teachers.
We are also looking for volunteers to coordinate treats on St. Albert’s feast day (Nov. 15) and St. Nick’s day (Dec. 6). This is a great opportunity for those who want to be involved but are unavailable during school day parties.
All volunteers must undergo a background check and complete the Safe Environment training.
Party dates/times for grades JK-8 (preschool parties are at 9:30 am on these dates)
Halloween: October 31 at 1:50 pm
Christmas: December 20 at 11:35 am
Valentine's Day: February 10 at 1:50 pm
If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Biagi, Rebecca Schardein and Ashley Beard at PTOroomparents@stalbert.org.
Saint Albert Athletic Ministry website link
SAAM has an Intermediate Basketball Coordinator position(s) available to support our Intermediate Basketball League this Fall/Winter.
The CSAA intermediate basketball league supports basketball players in grades 9-12 by offering a fun and competitive environment within their parish. Players practice each week and compete on Saturday or Sunday evenings. The season schedule generally follows the CSAA school basketball timeline—Practices begin in late October and games start in early December.
The coordinator is responsible for organizing teams, coordinating practice times, and overseeing the gym space during games.
If you, or a team of individuals, are interested in volunteering for this role, please contact Ashley Taylor
Ashley.Taylor623@yahoo.com or (502) 593-1233.
Do you have a business that you’d like to highlight throughout St. Albert’s athletic facilities? Learn more about sponsorship opportunities that support St. Albert Athletic Ministry (SAAM). Reach out today to secure your sponsorship! Click for SAAM Sponsorship Packet
Please read the Parish Post to stay up to date with events and opportunities.
SEPTEMBER 22nd - OCTOBER 1st
MASS at 5:00pm | CONFESSIONS 6:00-9:30pm
September 22, Day 1: Healing of the Evils & Victims of Wars
September 23, Day 2: Healing for Chronic & Terminal Illness (Anointing of the Sick during Mass)
September 24, Day 3: Healing After the Loss of a Loved One
September 25, Day 4: Healing of the Disease of Addiction
September 26, Day 5: Healing for Broken & Struggling Marriages
September 27, Day 6: Healing for Those Who Have Journeyed through Abortion
September 28, Day 7: Healing for Those Who Struggle with Mental Illness
September 29, Day 8: Healing for Past Sins
September 30, Day 9: Healing for Victims of Abuse
October 1, Day 10: Feast Day Mass in Thanksgiving (Celebrant will be Archbishop Shelton J. Fabre)
You are invited to place intentions in a basket for yourself, for family & friends, or any other cause which will be brought before an image of St. Thérèse during the Novena. You are also invited to bring roses for the altar & sanctuary each night of the Novena. A blessing with her relic will be given after each Mass.
*Masses on September 22nd, 28th & 29th fulfills obligation for Sunday Mass.