Nan-o-gram

Welcome back!

I was thrilled at the spectacular turnout we had for Back to School Night! Thank you all for coming to start the school year in such a positive and exciting manner. The energy was infectious! J

Lots to remember, I understand, but do feel free to call me or stop by if you have any concerns or questions. We are going to have another fantastic year!

And, as always…keep reading to your kids!

Mrs. Corgiat

PTC NEWS

(Parent Teacher Club – All Parents)

There will be a general membership meeting for all parents on Wed., Sept. 12^th at 6:30 p.m. in the basement of the Church. All parents should plan on attending this meeting, to get to know one another and help us amend our by-laws and plan for the upcoming school year!

On Tuesday, Sept. 4^th, the PTC will be sponsoring a “Yahoo!!! Boo Hoo!!! Breakfast” for all parents. Drop in even if it’s just for a few minutes. We’ll be at the playground shelter between 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. Have some coffee and treats while you meet other parents who may be Cheering at the start of school or Fretting the thought of their kids growing up. For those who prefer afternoons, parents are welcome to stop in between 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. for fellowship as they drop off their p.m. preschoolers. We’re glad to have everyone back from the summer break and want to welcome all the new faces too!

TRAFFIC ON 7^TH STREET

Several parents and parish members have expressed concern about the safety of our children as they cross the street from the parking lot to school. There is a lot of traffic along 7^th during the drop off and pick up times. A large number of people traveling along 7^th during the drop off and pick up times. A large number of people traveling along 7^th ignore the speed limit during these and other times. We have decided to start a petition to have this concern addressed with the City Council. We will be asking for a four way stop on Wyeth and 7^th and a large school crossing sign painted on the street in front of the school. Please sign the petition on the PTC bulletin board if you are concerned. If you would like to help with this endeavor please contact Kim Saccomando at 904-4161 or Beth Huston at 238-8385.

REGISTRATION FORMS

If you have not returned your registration forms for this year, please do so. We need them for the safety of your children, reports, the school directory etc. If your child is new to the school, we also need a copy of their Birth Certificate and current immunizations.

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

Every week the school will send home a weekly newsletter on Thursday’s in this folder. This newsletter is sent home with the oldest child, unless requested otherwise. PLEASE make sure that you return the emptied folder to your child’s teacher so that it can be used throughout the year. Using the folder eases the work and time it takes to get these folders ready to go home, so pretty please return them. These folders can also be used to send notes to your child’s teacher, book orders, hot lunch payments etc. Thank you for your help!!

SAFE ENVIRONMENT TRAINING (S.E.T.)

Please make sure you read the attachment regarding S.E.T. Anyone who plans on volunteering for any school activities is mandated by the Diocese of Boise to attend a class. Please call the school office at 232-5763 if you have any questions.

HOT LUNCH

For those new families and a refresher for those returning families, here’s a little lesson on how the hot lunch program works. Hot lunch with milk costs $2.00 per meal; milk only can be purchase for .25 cents. The school has a computerized program that keeps track of lunches purchased and then used. You will receive an I.O.U. with your weekly newsletter when your child has run out of money. Lunch money can be turned into your child’s teacher or to the school office.

Going home with today’s newsletter is an application for free or reduced lunches. Please review this information and return a completed application if you qualify. Many programs that are funded by the federal government are based on these applications, so if you qualify, please take advantage of it! All applications are kept confidential.

GET THOSE RAFFLE TICKETS!!!

There are many ways to purchase a raffle ticket. You can buy one by yourself or you can pool your money with a friend or family member. For example if you find three other people to invest, the cost to you is only $30.00. If you win 1^st prize your winnings will be $100.00 per person. If you win 2^nd prize your winnings will be $50.00 per person and if you win 3^rd prize your winnings will be $37.50. Anyway you look at it; you are making a profit on your initial investment if your name is drawn. Remember, every name drawn is reentered. You can win more than once!

The raffle is and enjoyable and easy way to earn up to $6,000.00 for our awesome school. Don’t let the $120.00 price tag keep you from entering. Buddy up with a friend or two and share the fun!

Jump Rope for Heart

Our Jump Rope for Heart event on the last day of school was a tremendous success. We raised more than $1,700 dollars for the American Heart Association, learned about being “heart healthy” and had a lot of fun in the process. We want to thank everyone for their support and generosity.

The children rotated from one jumping station to another utilizing the jumping skills that they learned during PE. You should see the kids’ double-dutch! A big thank you to the volunteers who helped with the jumping stations. Prizes for participants will be sent home tomorrow.

The school also earned a $100.00 gift certificate towards physical education equipment. We look forward to doing this event again this spring.

SCHOOL UNIFORM

Parents please make sure that your child is dressed in their school uniform. This uniform policy has been in place for several years now, and will be strictly enforced. A copy of the policy is included with today’s newsletter.

The girls’ plaid jumpers, skirts, skorts etc., must be purchased through Hall Closet as they are the only company who carries the correct plaid. Orders can be made online at hallcloset.com, and the plaid number is 56. Also, if you order through Lands’ End online please make sure you use the school’s preferred number 9001-2234-2 so that the school receives a percentage of the sale! There are Lands’ End, Hall Closet and French Toast catalogs available at the school.

SCHOOL BUILDING HOURS

Students are allowed in the school at 8:00 a.m. There is no adult supervision on the school grounds so if you need to drop your child off prior to this time, please contact Miss Lisa or Miss Shauntel to check into the Before School Care, 232-2802. Students must also be picked up by 3:00 p.m. again, please check with Miss Lisa or Miss Shauntel if you will need care after this time.

SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

The Holy Spirit Catholic School Board will meet on Sept. 19, at 6:00 p.m. in the basement of the Parish Life Center. This is an open meeting, so please feel free to attend.

ATTACHMENTS

We have lots of attachments for this week’s newsletter, don’t disregard them – read them – they have important information for you, and will allow for the newsletter only to be a one double sided pager.

POCATELLO MARATHON

The school will be manning an Aid Station for the marathon, this Saturday, Sept. 1, from 8:30 – 12:30 at the bottom of Chiefs Avenue in lower Ross Park. All are invited to put on their “school Spirit shirts” and come cheer on the runners!!