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Friday News from Sister Lydia (2-10-23)

February 16, 2023

Love is patient and kind,

It doesn’t envy or boast

and it’s never proud.

Love is not rude or selfish,

It doesn’t get angry easily,

or keep track of wrongs.

Love doesn’t delight in bad

things but it rejoices in the

truth. Love always protects,

trusts, hopes and perseveres.

Love never fails.

– St. Paul to the Corinthians

Dear Sacred Heart Families,

Basketball, chess, chorus, band, homework club, Mother/son dance . . . oh my! Lots of fun things going on here at school and I hope that you are enjoying this beautiful spring-like day!

As you know, we are currently in our re-enrollment period. If you do not want to be automatically re-enrolled, you must notify Admissions at admissions@ sacredheartkingston.com by Wednesday so that your FACTS account can be updated and your registration fee is not charged to your account. Please note: there is scholarship money available to families who qualify for it and that is determined through FACTS.

This past week, I have enjoyed meeting and touring with some of our current Pre-K families, Kindergarten families, as well as prospective new families. We have several shadow days scheduled for prospective new students.

5th, 6th, and 7th-grade families–please check your child’s backpack for important middle school information.

The teachers have created skill plans on IXL using the NWEA scores and recommendations. Please encourage your child to use the IXL program to help them strengthen targeted skills.

Valentine’s Day is Tuesday! Students and staff are invited to wear red and pink to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Please do not send any food or candy into your child’s class for sharing. If your child is giving out cards, please be sure to have a card for each child in the class. Thank you!

Class photos are scheduled for Wednesday, February 15th. Students should wear their regular uniforms. If they have gym on Wednesday, they should not wear their gym uniform however, they should wear their sneakers.

Calendar Raffle sales are underway! The deadline for entries has been extended. Please send in the bottom portion and the payments by Friday, February 17th. Thank you for supporting this fundraiser. Please turn them in as you sell them so we can keep a running tally. If you need more calendars, please send a note with your child or have your child ask the office. You may also print more copies using the attached PDF. Proceeds from the calendar sales will be used for new cubbies, library improvements, playground enhancements, and walkie talkies for the ECC staff for security, among other things.

Please enjoy this video with highlights from Catholic Schools Week: https://youtu.be/waMKwMhLCm0

Reminders:

Thursday, February 16th is pizza day.

Re- enrollment is ongoing. No action is needed if you are not making any changes.

Have a wonderful weekend.

God Bless,

Sister Lydia

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Friday News from Mrs. Chick (2-10-23)

February 16, 2023

Good afternoon Sacred Heart Parents and Families, The beautiful warm weather was a welcomed reprieve from last week's arctic chill, especially for our students who spent time playing outside in the sunshine today. As February is a short month, the students still have managed to squeeze in many exciting learning experiences such as 100th Day, Groundhog Day, Arctic Animal discovery, Color exploration, Self Portrait drawing and of course, St. Valentine’s Day. Next Wednesday is Sacred Heart's ECC class photo day. If your child does not attend school on this date, you are welcome to bring your child in at 8:30 to participate in the class photo with their classmates. Please send Mrs. Manter (amanter@sacredheartkingston.com) an email if you wish to attend the photo session, as we want to be sure to know of your arrival. Students should be dressed in their uniforms for the class photo. Please see the attached reminders about our exciting Calendar Raffle, the minutes from this month’s PA meeting as well as re-enrollment reminders. The re-enrollment process will begin on Wednesday, February 15th. Please reach out to me with any questions or concerns. Reminders: Saturday, February 11th- Ties and Tiaras Dance (sons bring your favorite gals) K-5 from 5-7PM at the Elementary School Tuesday, February 14th- Pizza Lunch Valentine’s Day, Please wear red, pink or your favorite Valentine’s attire Wednesday, February 15th- Class Photos Monday, February 20- Friday, February 24th- February Break Warm regards, Sarah Chick

Friday News from Sister Lydia (2-3-23)

February 16, 2023

Almighty God,

Friday News from Mrs. Chick (2-3-23)

February 16, 2023

Good afternoon Sacred Heart Parents and Families, We had a fun-filled Catholic Schools week with many activities which brought our school community together. We know your investment in Catholic school education provides your child with a strong foundation in faith. We thank you for your commitment and dedication to our Sacred Heart family. The children created cards for local Veterans, our PA parents and beautiful valentines for our Sisters of Divine Providence. We all enjoyed celebrating our wonderful school, Sacred Heart. As our re-enrollment process is just around the corner, the Admissions’ Department shared pertinent information via email with regards to securing a place at the Early Childhood Center as well as the Elementary School for the 2023-2024 school year. There are many young siblings of current Sacred Heart students, who may be ready to join our Sacred Heart family. If you are interested in registering your perspective “Little Saint,” please click here to do so. We ask that you fill out an application through our website at your earliest convenience. These spots are filling quickly and we want to be sure to be thoughtful of your wish to send any siblings to Sacred Heart. Reminders: Wednesday, February 8th- Early Dismissal at 11:25 Wednesday, February 15th- Class Photos Stay warm this weekend, Sarah Chick

Friday News from Mrs. Chick 12-2-22

December 2, 2022

Good afternoon Sacred Heart Parents and Families, December is upon us and with that, bringing colder weather and the feeling of Christmas. The ECC has begun to prepare for the Advent season, as our students are learning the true meaning of Christmas during classroom conversations and their time with Sr. Angela. This week's preparation included lighting the first candle on our Advent wreath in the lobby, helping the children understand the preparation of welcoming Jesus on his birthday. One new candle will be lit each Sunday until Christmas. I have included a special prayer shared by Sr. Angela. Please take a moment to read it with your family, as we approach the second week of Advent. In our Lobby, a lighted, Evergreen tree stands by our manger, reminding us of the special night Jesus was born. We are teaching the children that giving to others in need, this winter season, doesn’t always come wrapped as a present; it is the giving of ourselves through good deeds. This is our birthday present to Jesus. During this cold winter season, we are asking the children and families to help others by bringing new mittens/gloves, hats, scarves, socks, diapers (size 3-6) and onesies to the ECC. This small gesture will help children stay warm this winter. We will display these items on our Evergreen tree, reinforcing the “gift” of giving to others in need. Thank you for any donations you wish to contribute. Reminders: Wednesday, December 7th- Early dismissal at 11:25, no lunch Tuesday, December 13th- Pizza Lunch Thursday, December 22nd- Early Childhood Christmas Show @ 10:30. More details to follow & Early Dismissal @ 11:25 Friday, December 16th & Thursday, December 22nd- No aftercare on these days. Warm regards, Sarah Chick

Friday News from Sister Lydia 12-2-22

December 2, 2022

This Sunday marks the beginning of the second week of Advent

Friday News from Sister Lydia 11-18-22

November 18, 2022

Good Afternoon Families,

Friday News from Mrs. Chick 11-18-22

November 18, 2022

Good afternoon Sacred Heart Parents and Families, Today the children enjoyed preparing for our ECC Thanksgiving Feast by baking bread, creating Turkey decorations, and sharing conversations about all that God has blessed us with, during this time of thankfulness. During Monday’s celebration, we will gather together as a Sacred heart family and share a Thanksgiving feast at lunchtime. The children will be served a traditional meal of turkey, mashed potatoes, bread, corn, stuffing, cranberry sauce and gravy. All ECC students are welcome to join our feast. If your child does not attend school on Monday, please feel free to bring him/her into school at 11:00am to join their classmates. We ask that you pick your child up at 12:00pm, after our celebration. We are looking forward to this special day.