Preparing to Make Christ’s Story Our Story
We made the trip to Macy’s to see Santa during the Thanksgiving break. We piled in the car, and put the ‘Christmas station’, 93.9 FM on the radio; and, no surprise, we sang every Christmas Carol known to man for the 18 mile trip into the city. It is amazing every year how we know every word.....the familiar tunes, the alliteration of the lyrics and the beautiful stories being told that make it feel so natural and right (well, leave Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer out of that statement!). For the most part, these songs are heralds of Christ's story, and we have them printed on our hearts and in our minds. Singing these beautiful carols is a way to make Christ's story our story. Celebrate with Joy!
Let’s make our parties fun and safe
Some of our classes have requested to have food at their Christmas parties this year. Many are not; however, if you are having food it MUST BE FROM THE APPROVED SNACK LIST ONLY (the approved snack list can be found at the school website, and is also in the ASCA Parent Student Handbook). If you are the designated shopper for the class, we need you to bring the approved snack list items that you purchase directly to school after you shop. The reason for our concern is that there is always the possibility of package contamination if someone has peanut butter or nut residue on a home countertop or on hands as the packaging is handled. Planning your shopping excursion just before you come to ASCA, and dropping it off ahead of time would help to ensure that the food has not been compromised.
Also on occasion, well-meaning parents have sent candy canes or M&M’s to school in a sealed package, telling students to “take it home before you open it”, believing that this is ok. I am afraid that this practice cannot be allowed. We are talking about children, and it is truly unreasonable of us to expect that we can ensure 100% compliance. As an alternative, we ask that you select a non-food item such as pencils, erasers, etc. if you wish to send in a treat. These parties absolutely can be fun and safe with your cooperation. Thank you for understanding.
“Future Fund” Is About Maintaining Our Core Values
At www.WeTeachMore.com, the Diocese of Joliet reminds us of the core elements we value so deeply in our Catholic schools. This is who we are and why we are here, and ASCA Future Fund helps us keep our core values alive.
1. Incorporating Faith into the Classroom and into every aspect of our curriculum, reinforcing to students that their personal faith, centered on the Eucharist and the sacraments, remains ever relevant.
2. Balancing Challenging Courses with a Nurturing Environment, recognizing that each child is unique and ever‐deserving of individualized attention and one-on‐one focus.
3. Collaborating with Families, with our teachers and school leadership doing their best to maintain proactive, candid and open communication with each student’s family.
4. Holding Each Other to a Higher Standard of professionalism, morals and ethics, as we are inspired by the Gospel.
5. Looking Ahead with constant focus on technology, new ideas and best practices.
This Year’s DDA – “March Madness” – Saturday, March 15, 2014
We hope that all school families are making plans to attend this year’s Dinner Dance Auction event, “March Madness”. Family Donation Forms for either donating an item, or making a cash contribution to the auction can be found at the school website, and also at the DDA website, www.ascadda.org. All cash donations should be submitted with form by January 10; and all item donation forms should be submitted by January 31 so they can be included in the auction catalog.
Dinner Dance Auction Tuition Credit Raffle
Want to win a $5,000 ASCA tuition credit for the 2014-2015 school year? Buy a ticket for the All Saints Catholic Academy 2014 Tuition Credit Raffle and you could win a $5,000 tuition credit for your family or the ASCA Scholarship Program. Tickets are $100 and only 150 tickets will be sold.
Net proceeds from this raffle go to the 2014 ASCA Dinner Dance Auction. Please see the ASCA Dinner Dance Auction website at www.ascadda.org for complete rules and restrictions.
To purchase a ticket, please contact Tim Traynor at (630) 961-6125, ext. 126. Remember, ONLY 150 tickets are available for sale so act quickly!
Saintly Spots in the Upcoming Dinner Dance Auction Catalog
Saintly Spots are the perfect way to recognize a special person or event in our upcoming Dinner Dance Auction catalog. The Saintly Spots forms are available NOW on the DDA website at www.ascadda.org. Multiple families may participate together. Please contact Judy Kim at judithkim@sbcglobal.net with any questions.
Christmas Caroling – This Friday, December 13
It's time to tune up your holiday voices and join us in singing some Christmas cheer! We will be Christmas caroling at Spring Meadows Retirement Community, this Friday, December 13th at 4 pm. All children are welcome to attend, but must be accompanied by their own parent. Space is limited, so sign up early by contacting Gretchen Muller at bandgmuller@comcast.net. For questions, please contact Bridget Roe at roeyerboat@yahoo.com. More information can be found on the Christmas Caroling Flyer.
SCRIP Gift Card Orders
Get your gifts cards now! Just a reminder that there is only one more week to order your scrip gift cards before the holiday vacation begins. Purchasing gift cards through SCRIP is the perfect way to buy gifts for friends and family, or for you yourself to use the cards for all of your holiday shopping. You can also reload cards and use SCRIP Now. On top of that, purchasing SCRIP gift cards is a great way to accumulate money toward your fundraising obligation, which will be due in full by Monday, April 7, 2014. The last day to place an order will be this Monday, December 16. All orders and money must be in to the office by 8:00 am on December 16th. If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Bibo at dbibo11@hotmail.com, or you can call her at (630) 375-1090 (home) or (630) 777-0425 (cell).
Wednesday Morning Rosary Prayer before Mass
Just a note – beginning next week on Wednesday, December 18, our Rosary prayer will return to the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Reflection Chapel (located across from the school gym) at 7:50 am. Please come, even if you are running late. Instruction sheets and extra Rosaries are always available. Kids (even noisy ones) are welcome! Please contact Darlene Newman at newmdar@gmail.com with any questions.
Father Rocky from Relevant Radio is Coming to ASCA
On Thursday, January 16, 2014 at 7 pm, Father Rocky from Relevant Radio will come to All Saints to discuss and sign his latest book, ‘Marriage Insurance’, in our very own McSherry Hall, courtesy of SHPP. Please RSVP to this free event as soon as possible by sending an email with your name and number of attendees to allsaintsrocky@yahoo.com, as space is limited. More event details can be found at the 'Marriage Insurance’ flyer. News of Father Rocky’s visit to ASCA is going to appear in our parish bulletins, as well as on Relevant Radio, so we do not want any of our ASCA families to miss out on this opportunity to hear Father Rocky – send in your RSVP today!
Every Monday and Thursday morning, The Runaway Pencil is open outside Café 1 from 7:30 to 7:50 am for all of your school supply needs.
January Lunches
Online orders for January hot lunches can be placed until this Sunday, December 15. Please visit https://fspro.orderlunches.com. All Saints’ school password is allsaints136.
Holiday Lights Recycling
Have you found any burned out bulbs during your Christmas decorating? From now through April 1, 2014, used holiday lights can be recycled at the Department of Public Works Recycling Drop-Off Center, located at 180 Fort Hill Drive. Residents may discard lights that no longer needed at the drop-off center during its normal hours of operation on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 8 am to 4 pm They may also be dropped off in the vestibule of the Public Works administrative offices during normal business hours, Monday through Friday from 7 am to 4:30 pm.
Accepted lights include:
- Mini light (Italian lights)
- C7
- C9
- Rope
- LED
- Extension cords
This program is a partnership of the City of Naperville and Elgin Recycling Inc.
Healthy Tips from Mrs. Loscheider
Shoes are not just to cover funny shaped toes. Many years ago when you purchased new shoes, there was a salesperson who first measured your foot’s width and length, and then made recommendations based on your foot and shoe needs. Now it is up to the consumer. As you shop for children's shoes, please make sure they are supportive and able to withstand the rigors of your child’s life. Don’t be swayed by cost or by looks. Many shoes may end up causing more harm than good. We most of all want your child to be comfortable in their own shoes, and do not want them to have to visit the health office because they have rolled an ankle at recess, or are experiencing foot pain.
News from All Saints Athletic Association
Opportunity to Purchase Spiritwear
With basketball season AND holiday shopping in full swing, it’s time to stock up on your spiritwear! Items will be available for sale this Thursday and Friday, December 12th and 13th from 3 to 4:30 pm inside the recess entrance. Won’t your student be surprised and delighted to see a little ASCA spiritwear under the tree? Please contact Karen Hughes at khughes408@sbcglobal.net with any questions.
Are You Ready for Some Football??????????
Then….save the date: Saturday, January 11th!
The ASAA Boosters will be having an AFC/NFC Wild Card Games Party as we continue to raise funds for the expansion of the gym floor. Please stay tuned for details to follow!