Friday Forecast – February 10th – including 2023-24 School Calendar

ANNOUNCEMENTS • UPCOMING EVENTS • NOTEWORTHY ITEMS OF INTEREST 

Announcements

A note from Sister Marie Isaac, OP

Our Catholic Schools Week Open House went very last week and we have started the interview process for potential new families. Thank you for sharing your experiences at SVdP School with your friends and people in the area. On a related note, St. Vincent de Paul School was recently featured in the January issue of Stroll Bonnie Brae, our neighborhood newspaper. You can view the issue at the following link or download the PDF – HERE

In the new year of 2023, we have a school wide goal of increasing our reverence and respect while receiving Holy Communion at School Mass. The teachers have begun going over several tips with the children on how participate in this very special part of the Mass. You can review what the teachers are teaching HERE. We know that when children receive parallel instruction from their parents at home, the learning is deeper. You can also watch a beautiful video put out by the Knights of Columbus about this same topic HERE.

This weekend, Fr. Hilton is sharing a Master Planning update at all the Masses. After our town hall meeting a few weeks ago, the planning committee supported the decision to go with a version of Option 1 which was proposed by the architect. On the Church side, planning will continue for the addition of a new Parish Hall with new offices in place of the present Parish offices. On the school side, we will plan for a school addition that will replace the old convent building with a new efficient space complete with required upgrades. We will also focus on an interior remodel of the main school building which will preserve its historic integrity as well as enhance the comfort, functionality and appearance of all the classrooms. Thank you for your continued prayers for this project.

Know of my prayers for you and your family.

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SVdP – Important Dates

• February 17th – Parent/Teacher Conferences – No School

• February 20th – No School – President’s Day

• February 25th – Used Uniform Sale

Looking ahead: 2023-2024 Calendar Dates

View HERE.

**It is important for the partnership of parent and school, and ultimately for the good of the children, that you be available to attend the October conferences. 

Billing for Registration and Instructional Fees – 2023/24 School Year

Families will be billed for registration and instructional fees using FACTS Incidental Billing. You will see an email from FACTS on February 13th which will indicate the total due for your students. You may make an online payment any time between February 13th and March 1st. Your account is set for automatic withdrawal on March 1st if you prefer not to make your payment online. If you need to request an adjustment in the withdrawal date or have any questions, please email Joyce Haberkorn, jhaberkorn@svdpk8.com at least 7 days prior to March 1st. Thank you.

Tuition Assistance

Are you interested in applying for 2023-2024 tuition assistance? Now is the time. Click here for income guidelines.  SVdP has four sources for families in need of tuition assistance. Click here for a table containing details and links to the various opportunities.

Time to buy a Yearbook!

We will only be selling yearbooks online and the deadline is April 5th.  The money is paid directly to Lifetouch online.  Click here to go to the Yearbook website.  The school code for SVDP is:  4357123

Used Uniform Sale – February 25th

Mark your calendars for Saturday, February 25th. The used uniform sale will take place for kindergarten through 8th grade students from 10:00 a.m. to noon in the school lobby area. Families will be billed for the amount of their purchase through the FACTS Incidental Billing function. You’ll just need to stop at the checkout table once you’re done shopping. Your purchase amount will be recorded and an email invoice will be sent via FACTS prior to month end. If for any reason, you are unable to use FACTS, please plan to pay at the time of your purchase. Cash is preferred, ($5, 10, 20s appreciated) but checks will be accepted. Pricing is as follows, and are per item: Shirts/ Blouses, shorts $5,00; Pants, skirts, skorts (culottes), sweatshirts $10.00. If you have questions or are willing to volunteer to help, please email Kim Abbate, kim.abbate@outlook.com

Volunteers Needed

We are looking for volunteers to help set up the tables and organize the clothes from 8-10 am. The sale would be held from 10-12, and breakdown is from 12-1. Most of the need is for the setup from 8-10, but we would love your continued support during the whole event. We cannot put on the used uniform sale without volunteers that give of their time and talents. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Kim Abbate at Kim.Abbate@outlook.com.

Spring Chicken Chores – We need your help!

Please sign-up here, if you and your family are interested in doing weekend chicken chores during the springtime! Your time is a great gift to our chickens and we are so grateful! Please note that this sign-up also includes Spring Break and Easter Break, during which we ask for volunteers as well. Contact Miss Blakley with any questions at hblakley@svdpk8.com. God bless you!

2023 Gala Update – Let’s Play Ball! – News from the Dugout

Sponsors! Get your sponsorship in!

Sponsors create a strong financial foundation for our event and help ensure that every dollar raised at the event will go directly to impact our students, teachers and facilities. We would love to highlight your company or family as a sponsor of our event. Please see information here for various sponsorship opportunities, and submit your intention to sponsor on this Google form.

Don’t see a sponsor packet that meets your intentions? Reach out to us at 2023svdpgala@gmail.com – we have ideas!

Intent to sponsor is due by February 10th, with final payment due February 28th.

Dress Code!

We’ve heard a lot of questions surrounding the dress code for our unique event.  We are encouraging “baseball chic with your favorite sneaks” – whether you sport your favorite team’s colors or rock some vintage pinstripes with pizazz, make sure you have comfortable shoes on to ensure you make it to the 9th inning!

Upcoming Gala Committee Meeting Schedule

All are welcome to attend! We meet in the conference room on the 1st floor Feb 24 – 8-9am March 24 – 8-9am April 14 – 8-9am

Save the Date for the PLAY BALL! SVdP Gala – April 22, 2023

Valentine’s Social for Moms!

Moms of students of all grades, p

lease join us for a fun night out to bring ladies of the parish and school together on Wednesday, February 15, from 6-8 PM to support the 2023 gala. The price of admission is (1) $25 bottle of wine (or more if you like!). Click here for a flyer of information.

These donated bottles will be combined to form an amazing live auction item for the 2023 gala. Light refreshments provided and great company guaranteed! Questions?!? Feel free to reach out to coordinators Kate Crisham (202-907-4875) or Jenny Nargi (303-641-3549). Let us know if you’ll make it and if not you can let us know if you can donate: https://forms.gle/KQta7jBC3pB8s8726

30 Mondays of Meals: Recruiting Cooks!

Do you enjoy cooking and have one great meal you can deliver one Monday next year? We need your help! 30 Mondays of Meals is in its 6th year…it’s a group of St. Vincent’s home cooks who each sign up to bring the winning family one meal (winners get 30 Mondays of taking the night off from cooking). We ask that the meal be complete (not just a lasagne thrown on the porch), with salad, sides, dessert, and some extras – maybe wine, a cocktail, breakfast muffins for the next day, your favorite cookbook – and a recipe from the meal you deliver.

In the last 5 years the item has made our school nearly $40,000! It’s a small effort that goes a LONG way. Keeping our cooks fresh helps, so if you are new and want to learn more, reach out to Kate Crisham at mcgreevy@gmail.com or 202-907-4875 or Vy White at vywind@gmail.com or 720-244-6633.

Home and School

H&S Newsletter

Each month Home & School publishes a school newsletter informing you of school, community and fundraising events. Please click here for the February newsletter.

Parent Volunteers Needed for Lunch

We are looking for parent volunteers to help in the lunch room. As a reminder, a parent can sign up for ANY grade regardless of the grade of your child. The dates are updated regularly so continue to check back and sign up! Use this link to sign up.

Mark your calendars for Grandparents Day!

Grandparents Day is scheduled for April 28th! The committee members are hard at work organizing this beloved tradition. More information will be forthcoming but if you have questions in the meantime, please reach out to Laura Camarella at lcamarella@gmail.com.

Mark your calendars for the SVdP Spring BBQ!

How does a night of food trucks and friends sound? Mark your calendar for May 19th to celebrate spring and community with the SVdP Spring BBQ.

Home & School Vice Chair for 2023-2024!

Are you interested in a leadership position within Home & School? H&S is looking to fill the Vice Chair spot for the 2023-2024 school year. If you have any interest or questions about the position, please reach out to Elizabeth Whittaker at elizabethwhittaker@gmail.com or Laura Camarella at lcamarella@gmail.com to discuss.

Home and School Chair/Vice Chair– Oversee overall operation of H&S Association; run monthly meetings, act as liaison to Room Parents, attend student advisory council (SAC) meetings, provide content for H&S newsletter and Friday Forecast. Note: the Vice Chair serves 1 year to “shadow” and then becomes Chair the following year.

Upcoming Dine Out Days!

With SVdP’s Dine Out Days, you can have dinner on the table AND support the school. This is a fundraiser the whole family will enjoy!

Mark your calendar!

Hapa Sushi: Wednesday, February 15th 4:00 – 9:00 PM Dine in OR Take Out · Orders can be placed via: Phone Call or Restaurant Website

SVDP Serves – Toiletry Drive for Blessing Bags

Toiletry Drive – 2 Weeks Left!

We are aiming for 100% participation. Please send your child with the following for our SVdP Serves blessing bags by February 28:

PreK/Kinder – chapstick or soft granola bars

1st/2nd/3rd – travel size deodorant, shampoo, conditioner

4th/5th/6th – hand-warmers or socks (socks are the biggest item requested by Christ in the City)

7th/8th – travel size toothpaste or toothbrushes

*additionally if you have drawstring bags in surplus at your home, please donate! They are great to make the bags with.

Athletics Update:

Our Crusader Basketball season is coming to a close. Last weekend, our 3/4 Widget teams wrapped things up at Regis University. Our 3rd grade girls’ teams made a great showing in the weekend games. Our two 4th grade boys’ teams place 1st and 3rd in the Championships. Thanks to all the parents who coached and came out to support our teams this year!

This weekend, several of our JV/V teams are playing in the championships held at Mullen High School. Below are the teams’ times and what gym the teams are playing in.

Boys JVD1 5th/6th grade team 9:45 Main GymBoys JVD3 6th grade team 1:45 Field HouseGirls VD1 7th/8th grade 6:45 Main Gym

All Games will be played either on the Main Court or Field House on the campus of Mullen High School. I hope to see you there!

Fees

Family $10.00 Adults $5.00 Seniors/Students $2.00

From Athletic Director Dave Strawbridge: Thank you to all our parents and volunteers that have helped make this season go so smoothly.

Spring Sports:

Parents Spring registration begins this Saturday 1/14. Spring sports include Baseball for the boys and Volleyball for the girls.

Volleyball Tryouts will be held on Monday February 13th 7th and 8th grade girls 3:15-4:45 5th and 6th grade girls 4:45-6:15

Practice will begin the week of 2/20 and games will begin on March 20th. The post season tournament will be held May 8 and championship games will be held on May 13.

Baseball: There are no tryouts, Coaches will help form teams and the goal is to have each class play with each other and no mixed grade teams. There needs to be a minimum 12 kids and a coach to form a team. Baseball practice will begin mid march (weather provided) and games will begin the week of 3/20. The post season will begin on May 1 and championship games will be played 5/20.