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     A Note from Sister Elizabeth


June 7. 2010 

Dear Parents, 

            Peace and all good! 

            The school year, 2009-2010 has ended.  And what a year it has been!, a year filled with joy for some, tinged with sadness and loss for others, and, yet, for all of us it has been a year touched by God’s love and grace! 

            What could be better than God blessing us?  His blessing is the lift to our steps, the smile to our faces, and the song to our hearts.  How blessed we are to be blessed of Him!

            God has blessed you to make you a blessing.  This year God has given through your hands the talents you share in making all things beautiful, through the Auction, through delicious food, through lifting boxes as we vacated our building, and through donations of your hard earned money.  God has given through care from your hearts, through words of support, comfort, and compassion, and through the smiles and care in your eyes. 

            God has truly blessed the lives of so many in our parish and school communities and beyond because His blessings are upon you.  You and your children have made a Difference because you walk humbly and lovingly with our God. 

            I want you to know that St. John Vianney Catholic School is blessed because you are here.  Your presence influences our day to day living.  Because of your partnership with us our school is an outstanding institute of learning, a loving nurturing environment, a stronger place to work and a safer place to play. 

            Thank you for your overwhelming support, your outstanding partnership, and your abiding trust in all of us who love, respect, and work with your children.  Each minute of every day we try to help your child/children to become all that God wants them to become.  Thank you for allowing us to journey with you. 

News in Review 

Faculty and Staff 

·                    Sara Riney will retire after 24 years of teaching 4th grade.

·                    Mrs. Riney committed herself to preparing our students to fully participate in our Liturgies each week.

·                    She also scripted and choreographed our outstanding Christmas Program, “Gift to our Parents.”

·                    Mrs. Riney also was the author of the play, “Florida History,” which was performed every year by the two 4th grades.

·                    Mrs. Riney will be missed. 

·                    Mrs. Vanessa Mayorquin, Kindergarten teacher and Mrs. Amanda Roberts, 2nd grade teacher, will not return due to pregnancies and the wish to become full-time Mothers. 

Enrollment 

·                    The enrollment for 2010-2011 remains steady. 

Finances 

·                    To date we continue to maintain an excellent working budget.

·                    The Annual Fund continues to grow and allows us to keep our curriculum on the cutting edge.

·                    Our Annual Auction held on April 17, 2010 was an outstanding success.

·                    The income, approx, $100,000 plus other fundraisers will help the PTO to meet their assessment, $125,000 +, toward the operational budget of the school. 

Outreach 

            This year our students and families exceeded expectations for their Outreach to Parish and Global needs.

            - Haiti:  $3,000

            - Thanksgiving: $2,500 plus food to St. Vincent de Paul

            - Christmas:  Farmworker toy drive: $1200

            - Lent:  Food and $1,000 – PreK-3rd grade

                                       $1,500 in food – 6th grade

                                       $1,100 in food – 5th grade

            - Students shopped at Aldi’s – classes went on the bus 

            - Dominican Republic – will send in excess of $1,500 to Fr. Fred for their school. 

Academics

Science:  Outstanding Science Fair 

20 students received 32 Awards at the County Fair.

12 Place Awards with 2 firsts

20 Special Awards

2 students – Emily Conte and Adrianna Cusco went to the State Fair. 

Duke Talent Search 

33 students out of 68 seventh graders qualified to take SAT’s.

24 took the test and 10 have qualified to go to UF in Gainesville for special recognition.

Math Counts 

Our students did very well.  Justin Baush received the highest individual score in our school. 

Graduates 

            The class of 2010 graduated with great pomp and circumstance on June 2, 2010.  Sixty-six well-prepared young students will begin the next phase of their education and become the class of 2014.  These students were noted for their outreach and warm hospitality.  Their service to others was outstanding and will be long remembered. 

            We send them off with love and best wishes as they pursue their life’s dreams. 

Catholic Identity 

            Integral to the life and vitality of St. John Vianney School is its Catholic Identity.  Each day Faculty, Staff, and students concentrate on living out our Mission as a Ministry of St. John Vianney Parish.  We challenge ourselves on a daily basis to be a community that reaches out in kindness and compassion to one another and to all whom we meet.  We constantly remind each other that Christ is the Center and the reason for our school. 

            I wish you a blessed summer, one filled with peace, joy, and relaxation. 

Blessings,

 

Sr. Elizabeth Murphy


April 12, 2010 

Dear Parents, 

            Peace and all good! 

            I hope that you enjoyed a blessed Easter and a few days of down time with your children. 

            This is the week for which we have been waiting – it is just 5 days until the Auction!  This is our Gala Night – our night of camaraderie, our night to support our school, our night to delight in our accomplishments, and our night to Celebrate who we ARE.

            Come and see!  Come because there is No Place like Home.  SJV is Home!!  You will meet the Great Oz; who is He?!!  You will meet Dorothy and her friends – Tin Man, Scare Crow, and Lion.  Yes, you will meet Toto.  Who will be the lucky ones to take him/her home??!! 

            I look forward to seeing and being with you in the Emerald City. 

With love and Blessings

 

Sr. Elizabeth


March 31, 2010

Dear Parents, 

Peace and all good!

As we enter more fully into the holiest week of the year, may you be filled with peace.

On Holy Thursday, Jesus calls us to a more intimate relationship with Him in the washing of the feet and the breaking of the Bread.

On Good Friday Jesus reveals God’s passionate love for us in His Crucifixion, the most humiliating death.  God loved us so much that He gave His only Son to die for us.  Let us give God thanks for such an awesome love.

As light scatters the darkness at the Easter Vigil, let us be aware of the transforming peace of God witnessed in Jesus’ resurrection.  New life comes to us on this holiest of nights.  Rejoice in the Risen Lord.

As Easter morning dawns may you and your loved ones go out to the entire world to bring the love and peace of the Risen Jesus.

Happy Easter!  May peace and joy be yours in abundance.  Enjoy these beautiful Easter days with your family.

                                                                                                With love in Christ,

                                                                                               

Sr. Elizabeth


February 23, 2010

 

Dear Parents,

It is Lent, the 40-day season of preparation for the Paschal Triduum, the three holiest days of the Church year.  These days are counted from sunset to sunset.  The first day of the Triduum begins on Holy Thursday evening and includes Good Friday.  The second day runs from Good Friday evening through Holy Saturday, and the third day runs from Holy Saturday evening through Easter Sunday evening.

The days of Lent are often compared to a journey.  How will you and your family journey together during this special time?  Every Lent we come back to our baptism.  We struggle with the hard questions we’re asked:

 Do you reject Satan?  Do you believe in God?  Do you believe in the Church?

 Coming to know our God more intimately through Jesus Christ is the work of our lives.  Life so easily carries us away!  We get distracted from our relationship with Jesus; we turn away from God’s love and do wrong.  Lent gives us time to try with all our hearts to repent and turn back to God.  During Lent we are called to pray more with our family, to fast – maybe to live life more simply, and to give to the poor.  Let us live these 40 days in a closer relationship with God and one another.

 The past eight weeks in and around St. John Vianney Catholic School have been busy and exciting.

 Our Student Council organized two successful fundraising events for the Haitian Relief effort.  They raised $4,242.50 and collected medical supplies, hygiene products, and shirts.  They have plans for several future events.  Our thanks go to the Student Council and to our entire student body, as well as to parents, faculty, and staff.

 Congratulations, 8th graders, for completing your Confirmation preparation and for receiving the Sacrament on February 9th.

 Our 2nd graders have completed their preparation for Reconciliation and they will receive the Sacrament on Saturday, February 27th.  This is a very exciting time for these little ones.  Very soon they will begin their preparation to receive the Holy Eucharist

 On February 15th, eighteen of our Jr. High students participated in the Orange County Dr. Ying Science Exposition.  The experience for these young people was outstanding.  They represented our school with excellent presentations, great confidence, and a wealth of expertise.  On Thursday, February 18th St. John Vianney students received 32 awards, 20 of these were Special Awards.  Two were First Place awards and ten were 2nd, 3rd, or 4th place awards.  Congratulations for a job well done to Mrs. Truluck, their teacher, and to the students for their hard work.

 On Saturday, February 20th a team of 8th graders and alternate 7th graders participated in the Orange County Engineering Math Contest.  These students work for months with Mrs. Funston to compete at this high level.

 St. John Vianney Players participated in the State-wide Drama contest in Plantation, Florida during the weekend of February 11-13th.  The technical Crew received a Superior rating and the cast of “The Yellow Boat” did extraordinarily well.  Several students received Superior and Excellent ratings for monologues, duet acting, and singing.

Congratulations to Mr. Yogi Mueller, the director, and to the cast, crew, and individual participants.

 Our students are Amazing!!

 Besides participating in all of the foregoing, our students, choir and chorus, performed on Saturday, February 20th at Epcot.

 Many students serve at the six week Fish Fry, at Give Kids the World, Westminister Nursing Home and as Lectors, Cantors and Altar Servers.  They are involved in so many service areas that they touch the lives and hearts of so many.  I am so proud of every student from our 3 year olds to our 14 year olds.  Each brings joy and shares time, talent, and treasure.  This is their response to their faith and their prayer life.

 I have not forgotten academics.  Of course, our students work each day to reach their potential and to excel in each academic area.  For the most part they have an excellent work ethic.

 Athletics are generating tremendous excitement as we end boys’ basketball and girls’ soccer.  This is tournament time and we have teams going for the championship in basketball.  How exciting is that!!

 The PTO has provided outstanding school community builders

·                    Movie Night – the “Wizard of OZ”

·                    Volleyball challenge – Wow – Congratulations, Parents, for the win!

·                    Winter Festival – What a success!

·                    Open House – A great event!

·                    Grandparents’ Day  -  Overwhelming!

And now!!!  The Auction

 Preparation is reaching fever pitch.  What a Night it will be!  Mark your calendars for April 17th.

 Please visit our web site (www.sjvs.org) for more information.

Parents, thank you for all you do for St. John Vianney School.  Students, Faculty, Staff, Parents, and Parish create a magnificent Kaleidoscope.  We work in sync to make the most vibrant School Community, called St. John Vianney Catholic School

 May the Christ in you reach out to touch the Christ in all you meet.  May God bless you and keep you in His care.

 Blessings and peace,

 

Sr. Elizabeth


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

December 1, 2009 

          Peace and all good!

            It is Advent!  This is our time of waiting in joyful anticipation for the feast of Christmas,

the birth of Jesus, our Savior.  What joy, what grace awaits us as we prepare for His coming in

 history and His second coming in time! 

            In this Advent season, let our waking, working, eating, sleeping, and being breathe Christ into our World.  It appears that now more than ever our World needs the love and tenderness of Christ.  Only you and your family can bring that Hope and that Love to everyone you meet.

            Throughout the four weeks of Advent, we read Scripture verses that are filled with the

 imagery of preparation.  These hopeful images encourage us in our own preparation to welcome

Jesus at Christmas.  God loves it when we come to Him, ready to straighten our crooked paths,

 smooth out our bumpy roads!  And, what better way to get ready than to celebrate the

Sacrament of Reconciliation. 

 

            This Advent, in the midst of the busyness, I encourage you to set aside a few minutes

each evening to gather with your child/ren around the Advent wreath to pray and to await

the joy of Christmas.  Pray, “Come, Lord Jesus and live in us.”

 

            May you and your family be signs of hope and to those who have no hope.  

May you live in expectation as together you await the birth of Jesus in your heart and in our World. 

 

Rachel’s Challenge:

 

Each day we continue to learn about and to work on the five components of Rachel’s Challenge:

 

1.      Eliminate prejudice so that we can find the best in others.

2.      Dare to dream and set goals.

3.      Choose positive influences.

4.      Use kind words.

5.      Start a chain reaction of kindness and compassion. 

            Parents please help us to make a difference at home and in school.

Volunteers:

 

A heartfelt thanks to parents and grandparents who volunteer for so many hours of service

in classrooms, library, lunchroom, and playground.  Beginning November 30th  through

December 11th parents from  Grade 1  are asked to volunteer for lunch and playground.. 

From December 14 to the 17th  parents of children in Grade 2  are asked to volunteer.

 Some days we are very shorthanded.  I am asking for extra help from December 1st  to December 17th

Our children need recess and without parent help we cannot have a safe recess.  Please help! 

You will enjoy the children.

 

Christmas Program:

This is to remind you that our Christmas Program has 2 scheduled showings on

Thursday, December 17th.  The First Show will feature Pre K thru 8th grades at 1:15 p.m.

 All Grandparents and  “others” are invited.  850  seats only.

 

The Evening Show will feature K-8th grades at 7:00 p.m.  Due to fire regulations

 only 850 seats will be provided.  This show is for parents/guardians only.  Parking is limited!! 

Due to exorbitant cost, security will not be provided.

 

Please Note:  All students in K-8th grades must be present for the evening show. 

Please do not bring babies or small children to the night show.  They are welcome

for the afternoon show.  Please understand that we can no longer have an audience

larger than 850 in our community Center.  It is against our fire code.

 

            Parents, thank you for the trust you put in us.  We are partners in education with you. 

Your children are your special gift to us.  We treasure them and love them.

 

            May the Christ in you reach out to touch the Christ in all you meet. 

May God bless you and keep you in His care.

 

Blessings,

 

 

 

Sr. Elizabeth


December 1, 2009 

            Peace and all good! 

            It is Advent!  This is our time of waiting in joyful anticipation for the feast of Christmas, the birth of Jesus, our Savior.  What joy, what grace awaits us as we prepare for His coming in history and His second coming in time! 

            In this Advent season, let our waking, working, eating, sleeping, and being breathe Christ into our World.  It appears that now more than ever our World needs the love and tenderness of Christ.  Only you and your family can bring that Hope and that Love to everyone you meet. 

            Throughout the four weeks of Advent, we read Scripture verses that are filled with the imagery of preparation.  These hopeful images encourage us in our own preparation to welcome Jesus at Christmas.  God loves it when we come to Him, ready to straighten our crooked paths, smooth out our bumpy roads!  And, what better way to get ready than to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation.   

            This Advent, in the midst of the busyness, I encourage you to set aside a few minutes each evening to gather with your child/ren around the Advent wreath to pray and to await the joy of Christmas.  Pray, “Come, Lord Jesus and live in us.” 

            May you and your family be signs of hope and to those who have no hope.   May you live in expectation as together you await the birth of Jesus in your heart and in our World. 

Rachel’s Challenge: 

Each day we continue to learn about and to work on the five components of Rachel’s Challenge: 

1.      Eliminate prejudice so that we can find the best in others.

2.      Dare to dream and set goals.

3.      Choose positive influences.

4.      Use kind words.

5.      Start a chain reaction of kindness and compassion. 

            Parents please help us to make a difference at home and in school. 

Volunteers: 

A heartfelt thanks to parents and grandparents who volunteer for so many hours of service in classrooms, library, lunchroom, and playground.  Beginning November 30th  through December 11th parents from  Grade 1  are asked to volunteer for lunch and playground..  From December 14 to the 17th  parents of children in Grade 2  are asked to volunteer.  Some days we are very shorthanded.  I am asking for extra help from December 1st  to December 17th.  Our children need recess and without parent help we cannot have a safe recess.  Please help!  You will enjoy the children. 

Christmas Program: 

This is to remind you that our Christmas Program has 2 scheduled showings on Thursday, December 17th.  The First Show will feature Pre K thru 8th grades at 1:15 p.m.  All Grandparents and  “others” are invited.  850  seats only.  

The Evening Show will feature K-8th grades at 7:00 p.m.  Due to fire regulations only 850 seats will be provided.  This show is for parents/guardians only.  Parking is limited!!  Due to exorbitant cost, security will not be provided. 

Please Note:  All students in K-8th grades must be present for the evening show.  Please do not bring babies or small children to the night show.  They are welcome for the afternoon show.  Please understand that we can no longer have an audience larger than 850 in our community Center.  It is against our fire code. 

            Parents, thank you for the trust you put in us.  We are partners in education with you.  Your children are your special gift to us.  We treasure them and love them. 

            May the Christ in you reach out to touch the Christ in all you meet.  May God bless you and keep you in His care. 

Blessings,

 

Sr. Elizabeth


November 10, 2009 

Dear Parents, 

            Peace and all good! 

            Thank you so much for all you have done to bring comfort and peace to the Frank Family as they mourn the loss of a beloved husband and Dad, Jeff.

            Mrs. Frank and her daughters, Jaime and Jacque are deeply grateful for your kindness and compassion in their time of sorrow.  So many of you helped in so many ways with the reception, sent condolences, or prayed.  Know that the family is truly overwhelmed by your outreach. 

            It is during times like these that the Best in us shines forth.  I know that yesterday you were inconvenienced at dismissal, and again you rose to the occasion.  You are so kind and giving and I am very appreciative. 

            May God bless you always and in all ways. 

Gratefully,

 

Sr. Elizabeth


October 16, 2009 

Dear Parents, 

            Parents, you are Wonderful!  Maybe you haven’t heard this lately so I want you to know that you are thoughtfully remembered each day and supported in prayer each day. 

Swine Flu: 

            Well, the bug has bitten and is causing population depletion in some grades.  Our faculty and staff are also feeling the bite.  Be assured, though, that we will manage and we will continue to have school. 

Things to remember: 

·                    Stay at home if you feel these symptoms: 

                        Sore throat, fever, nausea, and achiness 

·                    Get lots of rest.

·                    Keep hydrated

·                    Wash hands frequently. 

School Cleanliness: 

·                    Extra cleaning and sanitizing of bathrooms, water fountains, lunch tables, computers, doorknobs, and even library books is done daily.

·                    Sanitizers are placed in strategic places throughout the school

·                    Classroom desks and furniture are cleaned with Clorox every day.

·                    Classrooms are sprayed with Lysol when students leave for recess, specials, and lunch.

·                    At this time we are doing everything necessary to prevent the spread of this Flu. 

Rachel’s Challenge:

            Monday, October 12th was a memorable day for all of us.  We assembled for the official beginning of  “Rachel’s Challenge”.  Our entire student body, as well as faculty and staff, have been challenged and have signed a commitment to start a chain reaction of Kindness and Compassion

Rachel’s Theory:  - “I have this theory that if one person can go out of their way to show compassion, then it will start a chain reaction of the same.  People will never know how far a little kindness can go.” 

Five Challenges: -  1.-  Eliminate prejudice and look for the best in others;  2 -  Dare to dream and set goals;  3 – Choose positive influences; 4 – Use kind words and show little acts of kindness;  5 – Start a chain reaction. 

Annual Fund: 

            October 17th officially begins our Annual Fund Drive.  Please take time to read all about it in your invitation to participate.  We need you desperately to help us realize our goal.  Don’t let Commitment Tuesday slip by.  Please, please drop your envelope in the baskets and join us for Coffee and Conversation in the Social Hall. 

Socials: 

            I am so proud of our PTO Board for all of the Social Events they plan.  I am also ecstatic when I see all of you make the events successful through your attendance and volunteering.  Wasn’t Mustang Spirit Night a tremendous community builder?  It has been the talk of the Athletic Department.  Will there be another Spirit Night?  Be watchful!! 

What’s Ahead: 

·                    Golf Tournament -  What an event!!!  November 6th.

·                    Brain Show – Don’t miss it.   November 13th 

Student Corner: 

            Our students are the Best.  The Student Council is busy creating excitement for our Outreach.  These students are creative and are driven to make this year successful. 

Report Cards:

            Grades close on Friday, October 23rd and report cards are due on November 4th.  Parent conferences will be scheduled accordingly.  You will receive notice when the conferences will occur. 

            Parents, thank you for your continued support. 

            May God bless you always and in all ways.

 Blessings,

 

Sr. Elizabeth


September 29, 2009

 Dear Parents, 

            Peace and all good! 

            Days and weeks seem to roll along so quickly.  Events that appeared to be in the distant future are now in the present. 

Florida Catholic Conference: 

            From September 30th – October 2nd  I will be away with Principals from the 7 Dioceses of Florida and Savannah, Georgia.  During this conference we will study new educational trends and examine pertinent data regarding student performance. 

            Mrs. Kuethe will be assisted by Mr. Hjortsberg in my absence. 

Harvest Sunday

            October 4th is Harvest Sunday.  It is a celebration of Ministry and also an invitation to share our gifts and talents.  Visit the exhibits in the Social Hall after Mass and also come to the School’s Open House.  We are the largest ministry in our parish and we want to showcase our school.  Please say a “Big Thank You” to Fr. Paul and our parishioners for their outstanding support. 

Feast of St. Francis

            This Sunday, October 4th is also the feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron of the Sisters of St. Francis who serve you.  Keep Sr. Maria and me in prayer.  Presently we are selling chances to support our ministries.  If you can help in some small way we would appreciate it.  The cost is $2 for 1 chance or $10 for six.  The grand prize is $7500, 2nd, $2,000 and the 3rd prize is $1,000.  The drawing is November 24, 2009.  Thank you to all who have supported us.   

              On Sunday, the 4th, the blessing of pets will take place at 3:30 p.m. in the courtyard.  Pets of all sizes and shapes are welcome. 

Testing: 

            October 5-9 is ITBS Week for grades 3-8.  This is a very important week for all students, but most especially for 6,7, and 8th grade students.  Please read the letter that will be sent home.  Follow the tips that will enable your student/s to do well. 

Rachel’s Challenge

            Rachel’s Challenge exists to inspire, equip, and empower every person – adult and child – to create a permanent positive culture change in their school, business, and community by starting a chain reaction of kindness and compassion.  The objectives of the program are to: 

·                    Create a safe and productive learning, working or community environment by delivering proactive antidotes to violence and bullying.

·                    Create positive bottom-line results by actively involving the entire “community” in the kindness process.

·                    Provide leadership development and individual growth through culturally relevant social/emotional training.

·                    Improve retention and achievement by engaging the participants’ heart, head, and hands in the learning process. 

            As students learn about the program they will have the power to make Permanent, Positive, and Cultural Change in school as well as in the community. 

            To ensure that this program will be successful, I am asking that one parent, Mom or Dad (both would be terrific) to attend.  You will not regret that you came.  Rachel’s Challenge is about creating a chain reaction for doing good.  This begins in school, at home, and on the playing field.  Really we can and must make a Difference wherever we are.

            Parents, I am not telling you to come – I am interceding with you to come.  This program has the Power to Change us and to help us make a Difference.  All grades, Pre K-3 to 8th  grades will be involved with the program.  Please come!!!  You are key to the success of this program.                                   

            Swine Flu:

            Please continue to follow the Health Department’s guidelines regarding the flu.  Continue to instruct your children about hand washing, resting, eating properly, and hydrating.  Please insist on “No sharing of food or drinks.” 

            Prayers Requested

            Please keep the McMahon Family in your prayers.  At this time they need our support.  Bree, their oldest child, was in an accident and remains in serious condition. 

            Thank you, parents for your continuous support.  May God bless you always and in all ways. 

Blessings,

 

Sr. Elizabeth


September 21,2009

 Dear Parents, 

            Peace and all good! 

            I am hopeful that your four day weekend was relaxing and afforded you some good family time. 

            On Thursday, September 17th, almost 1,000 teachers from the Diocesan schools gathered for talks on the importance of a team approach to educating our students.  The facilitator was very informative and engaging. 

            At the in-service the following teachers were honored for their years of service in Diocesan Schools:  Congratulations! 

                        Ms. Dorrie Baker                     10 years

                        Mr. Ken Hjortsberg                  10 years

                        Mrs. Susie Philpot                    25 years

                        Mrs. Kathy Foster                    30+ years 

            On Friday, September 18th, St. John Vianney School hosted the In-service for teachers from:

                                                Holy Family

                                                Holy Redeemer

                                                St. Thomas Aquinas 

            Mrs. Kuethe organized the day and several of our teachers were presenters.  Our topic centered on the integration of technology across the curriculum.  Teachers from the above schools could not believe how technologically well equipped St. John Vianney School is. 

            Parents, did you feel your ears burning?  Well, you should have because it is your support and belief in us that we have so much.  Thank you for every thing. 

            Thanks to our faculty and staff for making our school look beautiful.  Your children’s work received outstanding comments.  I know you are proud as we are. 

Comments: 

1.      Arrival and Dismissal seem to be going well.  Please note that when every parent who drives complies with the directions every thing works for the safety of our children

2.      There are still some parents who continue to: 

·                    Use cell phones.

·                    Get out of the car to help your child.

·                    Refuse to move down the parking lot at dismissal, thus causing a back-up on the Trail. 

            Please let us work on those points. 

Uniform: 

·                    There are several students not wearing the proper uniform shirt with the appropriate logo.  The logo is the Shield.

·                    The uniform skirt, skort, and shorts must be knee length.  Attention Parents of 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade girls!!!  Please check the length of your daughters’ skirt, skort, or shorts. 

            Enjoy these days of school.  Let us keep well.  Thank you for you and for all you do. 

Blessings,

 

Sr. Elizabeth


September 14, 2009 

Dear Parents 

            Peace and all good! 

            Thank you for your attendance at the PTO Meeting.  I have received very positive feedback and appreciation for a great evening.  It was so wonderful to see so many families represented and to see the interaction at the tables.  This excitement and energy from you, the parents, creates an awesome environment for new ideas to be generated and great things to happen for our children.  Thank you for being such an inspiration. 

            Weren’t our speakers great?  Special thanks to Dr. Mike DiMauro for his “State of the School Address.”  Thanks to him and to the entire Advisory Board for their tireless commitment to keeping our school a top rate Catholic school offering a Quality Affordable education. 

            Mr. Ed Moffitt has spent countless hours with Law Enforcement and community entities to make sure that our campus is secure and safe for our children, our parents, and our staff.  Ed reminded us to be Aware of our surroundings, to be Alert and to communicate Anything you see that could be an endangerment to safety.  Parents, always know that the safety of your child/ren is our first priority here at SJV Catholic School.  Thank you, Mr. Moffitt. 

            Mrs. Nowakowski could take her Swine Flu presentation on the road!!  Our nurse certainly gave us very timely information on how we must take precautionary steps to curb the spread of this pandemic among us. 

·                    WashWashWash your hands

·                    Get rest.

·                    Keep hydrated.

·                    Stay at home if you are sick.

·                    Visit your doctor if symptoms persist.

·                    Get the flu shot.

·                    Educate yourself – visit the sites that were sent home. 

            Thank you so much, Mrs. Nowakowski. 

            Mrs. McCabe, the President of the PTO supplied us with invaluable information about how the PTO works for the students, teachers, and you, the parents.  The PTO is integral to the daily operation of the school and to the yearly fundraising required to keep our school programs up-to-date.  The “fun things” that build community and bring families together come from the PTO.  So you see, without our PTO we would be “de-energized” and without that “up-beat” feeling we enjoy.  My deepest thanks to our PTO, the dynamo, that keeps us in constant motion. 

            Our theme for the Auction was announced by Laura Machi and her dynamic duo, Joanne Morrison and Melissa Quinn – and it is!!  St. John Vianney, “A Home Away From Home,” is the auction theme.  So, join us on the “Yellow Brick Road” on April 17, 2010. 

            What a great night with great food and camaraderie!  Special thanks to Evelyn Mavrofrides and her Mom and Dad for making it all possible.  You outdid yourselves. 

            Dismissal is going much more smoothly and safely with our new plan in place.  My deepest thanks to all the parents who comply with the following: 

·                    A to M  drivers from 2:50 – 3:05 p.m.

·                    N to Z   drivers from 3:05 – 3:20 p.m. 

·                    Come through the Front Door with Family Name.  Exit through closest door.

·                    Do Not stop to chat in hallways – Move quickly to allow other parents to have your parking space.

·                    N.B. This is not a time for a parent/teacher conference.

·                    Keep the car lines moving to prevent back-ups on the Trail. 

            This week our week will be short because of the two-day Diocesan Teacher In-service.  Enjoy some down time with your children.  Our next time off will be Nov. 25-27 for Thanksgiving.  

            Thank you for the privilege of serving you and your child/ren.  We count our blessings and they are many because of you. 

Blessings!

 

Sr. Elizabeth


September 8. 2009 

Dear Parents, 

            Peace and all good! 

            Welcome to our 4th week of school.  The days and weeks seem to go by very quickly and now all that was new is becoming routine.  Your children have settled in and they are working diligently.  I have reviewed several sets of wonderful papers and I am pleased with the progress.  With home and school working together we can make great things happen.  Thank you for your support and cooperation. 

·                    This past week new officers for Student Council were elected and they will be inducted on Wednesday, September 16 at the 8:30 Mass.  Congratulations to the following students; 

                                                Co- presidents:  Erin Johnson

                                                                           Shaayann Khalid

                                                Secretary:            Ariel Tang

                                                Treasurer:            Gianna Ippolito

                                                Public Relations:Maddie Dolengowski 

·                    Our boys’ soccer and girls’ basketball teams are busy practicing for the 1st game coming up this week.  Good luck, everyone. 

·                    The St. John Vianney Players (Drama) have begun practice for the fall play – The Yellow Boat.  Mr. Yogi Mueller plans to take it to competition in November.  Good Luck. 

·                    The Cady Fundraiser concludes this week.  Have you purchased your items yet?  I have!  Please help us make this fundraiser a success.  There are many great gift items from which to choose. 

·                    Our PTO Dinner/Meeting on Tuesday will be a great event.  Come and join your friends and meet new ones – this will be a great community builder – and will set the tone for the year. 

·                    Will you and your family be present for the Parish dinner on Friday, September 11th?  This is to celebrate our 50th Anniversary as a Parish.  Let us join together to say thank you to Fr. Paul and the Parish for always supporting our school.  Let’s give back!! 

·                    Please keep the following people in prayer.  The power of prayer is phenomenal!: 

                                    Mrs. Foster’s mother, Virginia Ward. (Mrs. Foster is an 8th grade teacher).

                                    Mrs. Armstrong who is recuperating from knee surgery.- (8th grade teacher).

                                    Mr. Chris Brant who is recuperating from major surgery.-(Mrs... Brant – KC teacher).

                                    Mr. Jeff Frank  -(Mrs. Frank – Clinic Nurse). 

·                    Dismissal:  I am aware that dismissal is not going smoothly.  Mrs. Kuethe and I have discussed it repeatedly.  I have asked and asked that not everyone should come at once.  A staggered system has always been successful prior to this year.  Parents are now parked before 2:00 p.m.  (Unbelievable)!  The following system will go into place beginning immediately: 

1.      Students from A to M will be dismissed beginning at 2:50 p.m. until 3:05 p.m.

2.      Students from N to Z will be dismissed beginning at 3:05 – 3:20 p.m.

3.      All parents without exception must show their family name.

4.      Please, please, No loitering in the school hallways or in the parking lot.  This is imperative to the traffic flow and for the safety of our students.

5.      All parents must come in through the front door.  You may exit through the closest door.

6.      E-pass will remain the same. 

            Parents, please help us with dismissal.  Roofing of the Ministries Building begins this week.  Please be Alert.  If all goes well we will be back to normal in 60 days. 

            Thank you for your understanding & cooperation. 

            May God bless you abundantly. 

                                                                                                            Blessings,

 

                                                                                                            Sr. Elizabeth 


August 24, 2009

Dear Parents, 

            Peace and all good! 

            Hurrah!  Our first week is complete.  It was good but we need to get better.  Thank you for your patience and your cooperation.  My apologies to parents, and especially to our new parents who may have felt frustrated with morning arrival, dismissal, uniform issues, etc.  Believe me, everything will be better this week and all will be well as procedures and routines become more familiar to you.  Remember, you are new and everything around you and everything you are asked to do is New.  Also, know that many of our volunteers are new and don’t realize that you also are new at St. John Vianney School  So, please let them know and they will understand. 

            The following are some tips and updates to alleviate some stress: 

  1. Morning Arrival:

·                    Please follow the directives of the Traffic Control Parents.  By now our students should know where to go to their classrooms so there is no need to park.  Student ambassadors, as well as 7th and 8th graders will continue to escort Kindergarten and 1st grade children to the classrooms.

·                    Students arriving before 7:30 a.m. will go to the Social Hall.  From there they will be escorted to the classrooms.  This is a convenience for parents who must go to work early.  Mrs. Lomas and Mrs. Ruecker are the directors. 

  1. Lunch:

·                    Please note that Yellow Tickets are for emergency only.  Students who do Not have a lunch will call home. 

  1. Uniform:

·                    All students in K-8 will be in uniform.  Please note that shirts with the Shield Logo are the only shirts to be worn this year.

·                    Girls’ jumpers, skorts, skirts, and shorts must be to the top of the knees.

·                    Shoes are black  leather only tennis shoes.  Maryjanes may be worn by children in grades 1-3, but  not on P.E. days

·                    All uniforms must be purchased at Educational Outfitters Only.

·                    P.E. uniforms must be purchased from the P.T.O.

            Please read pages 21-25 of the Parent/Student Handbook.  ALL students K through 8th grade must be in compliance with these guidelines. 

  1. Dismissal:

                        Due to a roofing project on the Ministries building, parents/carpools will pick up students from the classrooms.  This will ensure the absolute safety of your child/ren.  Please know that dismissal will begin at 2:55 p.m. until 3:15 p.m.  After 3:15 p.m. students who are not picked up will go to Alpha. 

N.B.  Please read pages 9-10 of the Handbook regarding Alpha. 

            Thank you for your understanding and your cooperation.  We are here to serve your child/ren and you.  If you have any questions, concerns or suggestions, please call or e-mail us.

                        Sr. Elizabeth – 407 855-4660   -   

                        Mrs. Kuethe – 407  855-4660   -                                                                                

 

Sr. Elizabeth Murphy

Principal 


August 20, 2009 

Dear Parents, 

            Peace and all good! 

            Thank you for a wonderful first week of school.  Our students, including our new ones, are settling into their routines.  It is Amazing and they are Amazing. 

            Parents, you are the key to everything we do.  Please know that we depend on you to help us to keep everything running smoothly, beginning with morning arrival and ending with afternoon dismissal.  We need your help with lunch, recess, Accelerated Reader, and a myriad of other activities.  Please help whenever and wherever you are able. You are our voice because you help tell the good news about St. John Vianney School.  Let us together have a wonderful year.  Let us keep a positive attitude throughout the year.  Attitude always matters!! 

            The following are some tips to keep everything running smoothly: 

·                  Morning Arrival:  Beginning on Monday, August 24th the Ministries Building will undergo reroofing.  Periodically there may be changes to the traffic flow.  Please be alert and follow the directives that will be given by our Parent Traffic Directors.  Safety is our priority. 

·                  Afternoon Dismissal:  Until further notice afternoon dismissal will be from the classrooms – (Rainy Day Dismissal).  Parents or carpools will go to the classroom and present the Family Name Tag to the teacher for the student to be dismissed.  Parents, please notify us when someone new is designated to pick up your child/children.  Again, safety is our priority. 

·                  Uniform:  All students must be in our prescribed uniform purchased from Educational Outfitters.

1.                 Shirts must have the proper logo, which is the shield.

2.                 Shoes are black leather tennis shoes. 

            Please read our Parent/Student Handbook for further details. 

            Let us have a great year filled with peace and joy.  May God’s blessings be yours in abundance. 

In Christ,

 

Sr. Elizabeth Murphy

Principal 


August 17,2009 

Dear Parents, 

            Peace and all good! 

            Welcome to our new school year, 2009-2010!  Cead Mile Failte, a hundred thousand welcomes to every family and most, especially, to new families joining our school community for the first time.  All families are special to us and so we reach out with open hearts and arms to warmly and lovingly welcome you. 

            This will be a blessed year, a year filled with new heights to soar, new ideas to explore, and new ventures to pursue.  Are you ready for the Challenges?  The end results are destined by our attitude.  So, let’s roll up the sleeves and tackle the challenges Together:  because Alone I’m good and Alone you’re good, but Together we’re Better.  Let’s strive to work Together for the entire year.  Those who are happiest are those who do the most for others.  Our school community is as good as the sum of its parts.  Be a Good Part – be the families that plant the seeds of peace, joy, laughter, love, kindness, compassion, friendship, loyalty, and honesty.  Be the families that radiate God’s love wherever you go.  Then you will make a Difference because you dared to be different. 

            Happy New Year, 2009-2010! 

            Always remember that we, Faculty, Staff, and Administration are here for you.  We thank you for entrusting your child/children to us.  This is a “Child’s Place” where every child is loved, kept safe, nurtured, and treated with deep respect and reverence.  Let us work together in partnership.  May God bless you always and in all ways. 

In Christ,

 

Sr. Elizabeth Murphy

Principal

                                                                             


August 17, 2009

 Dear Parents, 

As you may know, flu can be easily spread from person to person.  Therefore, we are taking steps to reduce the spread of flu in St. John Vianney School.  We want to keep the school open to students and functioning in a normal manner during this flu season.  But, we need your help to do this. 

We are working closely with the Orange County Health Department and the School District to monitor flu conditions and make decisions about the best steps to take concerning our school.  We will keep you updated with new information as it becomes available. 

If the flu becomes more severe, we may take additional steps to prevent the spread such as: 

·                    Conducting active fever and flu symptom screening of students and staff as they arrive at school,

·                    Making changes to increase the space between people such as moving desks farther apart and postponing class trips, and

·                    Dismissing student from school for at least 7 days if they become sick. 

For now we are doing everything we can to keep our school functioning as usual.  Here are a few things you can do to help. 

·                    Teach your children to wash their hands often with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub.  You can set a good example by doing this yourself.

·                    Teach your children not to share personal items like drinks, food or unwashed utensils, and to cover their coughs and sneezes with tissues.  Covering up their coughs or sneezes using the elbow, arm or sleeve instead of the hand when a tissue is unavailable.

·                    Know the signs and symptoms of the flu.  Symptoms of the flu include fever (100 degrees Fahrenheit, 37.8 degrees Celsius or greater), cough, sore throat, a runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, and feeling very tired.  Some people may also vomit or have diarrhea.

·                    Keep sick children at home for at least 24 hours after they no longer have fever or do not have signs of fever, without using fever reducing drugs.  Keeping children with a fever at home will reduce the number of people who may get infected.

·                    Do not send children to school if they are sick.  Any children who are determined to be sick while at school will be sent home. 

For more information visit www.flu.gov, or call 1-800-CDC-INFO for the most current information about the flu.  For more information about flu in our community visit [health department website] We will notify you of any additional changes to our school’s strategy to prevent the spread of flu. 

Sincerely, 

 

 Sr Elizabeth Murphy

Principal 

 

 
       
 

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