Saints Speak
From Mrs. Santos
September 14, 2016
Next week, All Saints students in grades 3-8 will be taking standardized tests. I wanted to share the following information on testing from the Diocese of Joliet:
In the Diocese of Joliet, parents choose a Catholic education because Catholic spirituality is incorporated into every aspect of the curriculum and school program. The educational setting provides a nurturing environment where each student is recognized as a unique child of God. Parents, as the primary educators of their child, partner with the school. Our instructional program is consistent with core Catholic values and similar to the academic curriculum expected throughout Illinois. Children discover their God-given talents through the religious and educational opportunities provided in all of our schools.
Students in the Diocese of Joliet take The Iowa Assessment™ Form E, a standardized achievement test. This test provides information about how our students perform when compared to a national norm group of students from across the country. When compared to the national norm, our students score well. The Iowa tests place greater emphasis on problem-solving and critical thinking skills – the skills important to life-long success. The Catholic schools in the Diocese of Joliet take pride in preparing our students as lifelong learners formed in faith, educated for excellence, and sent to serve.
We also administer the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT), which measures reasoning and problem solving abilities that are critical for success in school.
In my many years as an educator, I have seen how standardized tests can be an important tool for the school. We use the results to plan for future instruction, class sizes, and minutes of instruction. Our teachers use the results to drive the pace at which they teach the curriculum. Testing results help parents – both current and prospective – to gain insight into the excellence of our educational programs.
My advice for next week’s testing is for our students to come as best prepared for the tests as possible. Students should get a good night’s sleep and eat a good breakfast. Parents should encourage their student(s) to do their best. Most importantly, students should not be made anxious over getting anything wrong or not scoring in a certain percentile. We are looking forward to a great week of testing capped off with our 2nd pep rally – to celebrate our students!
Please return the Photo/Image Release Consent form
A bright pink colored Consent to Release Photo/Image form was sent home with all students last week. The signed and dated form for each of your ASCA students should have been returned to the school office by Monday, September 12.
Please return the form ASAP. If you have any questions, please contact Patty Bajek at pbajek@ascacademy.org.
Dinner Dance Auction Information
SAVE THE DATE for ASCA's 12th Annual Dinner Dance Auction (DDA) will be held on Saturday, March 18th at the Embassy Suites in Naperville. This is our premier social event of the year, a wonderful evening with old friends and new, and also our largest fundraiser each year. Your involvement and attendance are needed and appreciated!
CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! We are looking for volunteers with a variety of skill sets to fill many different roles and committees. It is FUN and REWARDING to be INVOLVED! Please join us in the Conference Room at ASCA for one of two planning and volunteer kick-off meetings to be held:
If you are unable to attend either meeting but would like to volunteer your time, please e-mail one of our Co-chairs, below. We look forward to being with you!
Kate Bobofchak: katebob3@gmail.com and Kristy Wagester: k_reith@yahoo.com
Panoramic Photo Order Forms
Order forms will still be accepted through Friday, September 16. Please go to Panoramic Photo Order for a copy of the form.
News from All Saints Athletic Association
Opening Weekend for Volleyball was a BIG HIT!
We had a great start to our volleyball season taking several wins this past weekend. Congratulations to the following teams who celebrated wins: Girls: 6A, 7A, 8A and 8th grade Boys. Please check the All Saints website for the volleyball home game schedule this weekend. Remember that all team standings and future games can be found at http://www.dplvba.org/.
This weekend, our Girls 8A team will be traveling to Montini to play in the Bronco Bash tournament. Come out and cheer your Saints on to a victory!
Cross Country News!
Congratulations to our All Saints Cross Country runners who competed in Saturday’s meet in Lisle. They tackled a new, tough course, and all did very well. All Saints, together with Saints Peter & Paul, co-hosted the meet.
Congratulations to our 5th Grade Boys team for finishing 6th in their division and to our 8th Grade Girls team for finishing 5th in their division. Top 25 individual ribbon winners this week were: Ashley Donovan (5th), Brendon Fenlon (14th), Ellie Glab (13th), Andrew Donovan (5th), Noah Bobofchak (25th), and Katherine Coleman (18th).
The next meet will be held this Saturday, Sept. 17 at Marmion Academy. Come cheer our runners on to a strong finish!
Important News
NEW Car Decals have arrived! Be sure to check the concession stand at our home games this weekend where you can purchase a new All Saints sport decal for your car. Not playing on home court? No worries, decals can also be purchased through Keith Glab, Athletic Director.
“BLUE OUT” has been scheduled for Friday, October 28th. Get all your friends and family together, stack the stands, and come out to show our 8th grade athletes support as they play their final matches on home court! If you are interested in helping plan this exciting night, contact Erika Baka at jnebaka@gmaiil.com.
Mark your calendars for the 2016 Fall Sports Banquet scheduled which will be held on Friday, November 18th.
DON’T FORGET…..TRIVIA NIGHT IS BACK!
Be sure to mark your calendars for Saturday, October 22nd for his ASAA sponsored event! For questions or to order tickets, contact Jim Juhas at jjuhas65@gmail.com
Basketball Evaluations
Basketball evaluations have been set and the schedule is as follows:
Saturday, October 1st
1:30 - 2:45 pm 5th grade BOYS
2:45 - 4:00 pm 7th grade GIRLS
4:00 - 5:15 pm 7th grade BOYS
5:15 - 6:30 pm 8th grade GIRLS
Sunday, October 2nd
12:00 - 1:15 pm 6th grade BOYS
1:15 - 2:30 pm 8th grade BOYS
GO SAINTS!!