Friday News from Sister Lydia 10-7-2022

Good Afternoon Families,

The month of the holy rosary is celebrated during the month of October due to the feast day of Our Lady of the Rosary, as part of the liturgical calendar. During this month, a special homage is often paid to Mother Mary by saying the rosary daily and the litany of the Blessed Mary.

The Rosary is a Scripture-based prayer. It begins with the Apostles' Creed, which summarizes the great mysteries of the Catholic faith. The Our Father, which introduces each mystery, is from the Gospels. The first part of the Hail Mary is the angel's words announcing Christ's birth and Elizabeth's greeting to Mary. St. Pius V officially added the second part of the Hail Mary. The Mysteries of the Rosary center on the events of Christ's life. There are four sets of Mysteries: Joyful, Sorrowful, Glorious, and––added by Saint John Paul II in 2002––the Luminous.

The repetition in the Rosary is meant to lead one into restful and contemplative prayer related to each Mystery. The gentle repetition of the words helps us to enter into the silence of our hearts, where Christ's spirit dwells. The Rosary can be said privately or with a group.

This month, our school will pray the Hail Mary together every morning.  Please pray with your young children to help make them familiar with Hail Mary and the Lord’s Prayer (Our Father).  

A Note from our nurse, Mrs. Lambert:

Many students are heading to the nurse’s office because they are hungry.  Please ensure your child eats a healthy breakfast and that lunch boxes contain a balanced healthy meal. Perhaps you can involve your child in the process of selecting healthy favorites? Sugary snacks just result in a crash for the children. Protein and veggies fill the children up and help them power through the day!  Please remember–soda, iced coffee, and other caffeinated beverages are NOT allowed for students.

Reminders:  

No School Monday, October 10th

Tuesday, October 11th --switch to winter uniforms.  We are very much aware of the issues with uniforms being back-ordered.  If your child’s uniform is not here in time for Picture Day, he/she may have another photo on the photo make-up day later this fall.

Wednesday, October 12th --School Picture Day (Students should wear their winter uniforms.) We understand that some students may still be missing pieces of their uniforms.   

Friday, October 14th - Progress Reports will be sent home with each student. Teachers will request a conference with you if they feel it is necessary.  Parents may also reach out to the teacher for a meeting if they would like to discuss something or if they have questions. Regular Parent-Teacher conferences will be held on December 7th.

DUE: Friday, October 14th  - Middle School students, please return the Halloween Dance envelope if planning on attending with payment. Please remember to choose costumes that are appropriate for a Catholic school; nothing too gory, no weapons, no masks, and nothing that is disrespectful toward Sisters or Priests.  Also due: are the Walk-a-Thon pledge forms and payments for the Sacred Heart Parents’ Association.

Open House next weekend, Sunday, October 16th from 12:00-2:00. Please spread the word!

I hope you have a wonderful and restorative long weekend.

Take care,

Sister Lydia