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ST.
Benedict School
Susan Rys
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Principal’s
Message
The month of May is dedicated to mothers, especially Mary, the
mother of Jesus. Mothers have a special way of sharing the vision for all of
us to see. May Mother's Day bring you closer to the Lord, as you remember your
own childhood memories and the realization of how you have followed the example
of Mary through your imitation of Christian virtues. You have been empowered
with an enormous life-long task. May you be inspired to take the challenge.
May God continue to guide you to do the great job you are doing. Motherhood
is the most important job you'll ever have. Thank you for all you do for your
children.
Sports Banquet
St. Benedict Athletic Club will sponsor its annual Athletic Awards
Dinner for Grades 7 and 8 on Tuesday, May 4 at The Beverly Woods Restaurant
at 11532 S. Western Avenue. The doors will open at 6:00 p.m. and the banquet
will start at 6:30 p.m.
Golf Outing
Earn Volunteer Hours
Please join us for golf or dinner at our annual Father Connors Golf Outing planned
for Saturday, May 8.
Come out for a great meal and entertainment. The cost is only
$20. All proceeds benefit the school.
We will have a raffle. Take a chance to win one of our many entertainment
prize and baskets. Raffle and ticket information was sent home.
This is a great way for you to earn volunteer hours if you still need some.
You can earn 4 hours per family for playing golf and 2 hours
per family for attending the dinner.
Earn 2 volunteer hours for baking a dessert for the dinner.
Hot Lunch Orders for Next Year
Order forms will be going out in mid May for hot lunch orders for August and
September. Orders will need to be returned with payment this year. If you
want your child(ren) to receive meals during those months, all you need to
do is complete the order form and return it to school, with payment by the
due date. Orders will be processed, saved, and a copy returned to your child(ren)
on the first day of the new school year. If for some reason your child does
not return, you may request and will be given a full refund. By ordering in
advance, we hope to alleviate much of the confusion and expense at the beginning
of the school year. Families with children eligible for free or reduced price
meals at this time can continue to take advantage of those benefits for the
August and September menus. However, you will need to reapply for free or
reduced price meals again in the fall. Information will be sent home soon.
Only new families will be allowed to place orders after the due date.
No School
There will be no school on Friday, May 28 and Monday, May 31 in observance of
Memorial Day.
Everyone is invited to the Graduation Mass on Friday, May 28 at 7
p.m. in Church.
Student Council Elections
Student Council officer elections will be held in May so that officers are
in place for the upcoming academic year. Current seventh grade students will
be eligible for officer positions. All Student Council officers will be eighth
graders. Specifics about qualifications and the upcoming election will be
presented to the seventh graders the second week in May. Installation of the
new officers will take place in September. Many thanks to the students who
served on Student Council during the 2009-2010 school year. We are grateful
for your leadership and service to St. Benedict School.
May Crowning
The month of May is dedicated to Mary, the Mother of Jesus. During May,
we remember that Mary loves and cares for each of her children. Once again,
the Women's Club will sponsor the May Crowning. It was held on Monday, May
3, at 7:oo p.m. in church. First Communicants, and second and eighth grade
girls will participate. Congratulations to Crystal E. who will crown the Blessed
Mother this year. In addition, congratulations to Annabel O. who will carry
the crown in the procession.
Beverly Arts and St. Benedict School Present
"Beauty and the Beast"
Our ninth production presented by St. Benedict School and The Beverly Arts Center
will be held on May 7. The performance promises to be spectacular. The marvelous
musical production is facilitated by the director, musical director, and choreographer
from the center. The students worked very hard for ten weeks after school with
Mr. Whitaker and his team. The awesome performance is a result of commitment,
teamwork, creativity, and follow through. Tickets are $5.00 and are available
at the door for families and friends. School students need to purchase a $5.00
ticket to see the daytime performance. That ticket can be used for the evening
show as well.
G.R.E.A.T. Graduation
Families and friends of 7th Graders are invited to G.R.E.A.T. Graduation on
Thursday, May 6 at 10:00 a.m. in the Church Hall.
Special thanks to Officer King for providing our students with
gang resistance education this year.
Brothers and sisters of the graduates will be excused from class
to attend the graduation.
School Picnic
Our annual school picnic will be held on Friday, May 21, from 8:30 a.m. until
2:00 p.m.
There will be a cookout, games and fun-filled activities.
Thank you in advance to H.A.S.A. and to all the parents who will
volunteer.
Information will be sent home with details about the picnic.
Pray for nice weather!
Graduation Activities
Eighth graders had a memorable trip to Milwaukee on May April 28. On Wednesday,
May 5. St. Benedict's students will attend the Eighth Grade Ribbon Mass at 8:00
a.m. The eighth grade students will wear caps and gowns and receive their ribbons.
A brunch is planned for the graduating class after the Mass. On Thursday, May
27, eighth graders and their families will celebrate with an Awards Assembly
at 5:30 p.m. followed by a Potluck Dinner at 6:45 p.m. The evening will end
with the Junior High Dance at 8:15 p.m. Graduation is Friday, May 29 at the
7:00 p.m. Mass. Thank you to seventh and eighth grade Room Moms for all that
you will be doing to make these events so special.
Your help and dedication is appreciated. We are very proud of
our graduating class. Please keep the graduates in your prayers.
Preschool and Kindergarten Celebrations
Preschool end-of-the-year celebration is planned for Wednesday, June 2 at 10:30
a.m. in the Church Hall.
Families and friends are invited to attend.
The Kindergarten end-of-the-year celebration is planned for Thursday, June 3
at 10:30 a.m. in the Church Hall.
Families and friends are invited to attend.
Information about the celebrations will be sent home by the teachers.
These celebrations are very special occasions in these young
children's lives and are equally special for their parents.
We are very fortunate to have excellent early childhood programs
at St. Benedict School. They are truly worth celebrating!
We will have a book fair on June 1 and 2. Information will be
sent home soon.
The fair will run from 8:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m. on June 1 and from
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on June 2.
It's a great time to stock up on summer reading.
Summer School
Summer School will run from Monday, June 7 through Friday, June 25. The cost
per class is $140. Notices were sent home on April 30. Additional forms are
available in the school office. If your child is recommended for summer school,
please think about the three-week program. If summer school is required for
your child, your child must attend St. Benedict's program or another summer
school program. If your child attends another program, a written evaluation
is necessary in order to advance to the next grade.
Check Your SMART Statements
Credits for Manna were posted on May statements. All volunteer hours need
to be recorded in the Volunteer Book in the school office by May 10 if you
want credit for your ten hours. This is the final extension. Any volunteer
hours you will serve in May can be put in the book in advance.
The volunteer $100 charge will be added to your May statement
on May 14 if you have not served the ten hours.
If you want the $100 fee deducted from your account, FILL IN
THE HOURS IN THE BOOK.
Church Hall Rental
Our annual golf outing will be on May 8 at the Meadows Golf Course. We are
having a barbeque themed dinner. If you don't golf, you can come out for a
great dinner. There will be numerous raffle opportunities. It's a great time
and very affordable. Golf outing information is available in the school office.
Please support this fundraiser. Remember, we are a parish school. School parents
are expected to support and attend these types of events. Our goal is $10,000
If you still need volunteer hours you can earn two hours for attending the
dinner and four hours for playing golf.
Spring Concert
Our Spring Concert will be held on Thursday, May 20 at 7 p.m. in the gym.
This year's theme is "Vacation America." Please keep
in mind that attendance at the Christmas and Spring Concerts is mandatory.
Students who do not attend will receive a U (unsatisfactory)
music grade. (Illness is the only exception)
Tuition Information
Please note that there will be no roll-over of tuition from
this school year to 2010-2011. All tuition needs
to be paid in full by June 4. Our fiscal year ends on June
30 and all tuition must be in. Eighth grade tuition and fees
must be paid in full by May 21 in order for students to participate
in graduation activities.