St. Joan of Arc School

St. Joan of Arc School Grounded in Faith, Focused on the Future 230 South Law Street Aberdeen, Maryland, 21001 Phone (410)272-1387 Fax (410)272-1959 school@stjoanarc.org February 14, 2018 Dear SJA Families, Thank you to all families who have re-registered for the 2018-19 school year. This helps us in our planning efforts. I want all families to note that the deadline to apply for tuition assistance through FACTS Grant & Aid is February 28 th. Although you may apply later, this may make you ineligible for some awards. For more information go to https://www.school.stjoanarc.org/admissions (Click on Tuition Grant & Aid) Please take a moment to read a Pastoral Letter from Archbishop Lori. The Enduring Power of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. s Principles of Nonviolence, It is a beautiful reflection on peace and love. Happy Valentine s Day to all! The children celebrated yesterday in their classes. It was so much fun! When we talk about love, we remember God s unending love for us and His instruction to Love one another just as I have loved you John 15:12. Today begins the Holy Season of Lent. Students attended liturgy today, Ash Wednesday at 8:30AM. Lent is a time to pray, fast, and give to those in need. There are many opportunities for the St. Joan of Arc community: Students will lead Stations of the Cross on Fridays at 2PM o February 23 rd Grades 3 & 4 o March 9 th Grades 5 & 6 o March 16 th Grades 1 & 2 o March 23 rd Grade 7 Living Stations The parish will have a Fish Fry dinner every Friday during Lent from 4:30-7PM and Pray the Stations of the Cross at 7PM. Our 7 th grade students will present the Living Stations at 7PM on March 23 rd. Students will participate in Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl offerings; every student has received a Rice Bowl with an envelope o Pray the weekly Rice Bowl reflection with your families to help children see why we help those less fortunate. https://www.crsricebowl.org/families o Learn more information about Catholic Relief Services and what they do at crsricebowl.org o o Download the CRS Rice Bowl App: http://www.crsricebowl.org/about/app. Different ways to contribute Directly online complete the tear off slop, turn into your teacher to be in SJA totals Return the envelope to school by Friday, March 23 rd so we may offer our gifts at liturgy (checks preferred) Use the envelope to return your donation directly to CRS don t forget the tear off slip to turn in to school

SJA Home & School Association is a group of parents who volunteer their time to run events, support the school, and strengthen community here. Please keep up to date with what is happening by liking the HSA Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/st.joanofarchsa/ HSA sponsored an exciting and fun-filled Alex & Ani Bingo recently. HSA reminds you to shop now for Mothers and Fathers Day using Shop with Scrip a gift card to a favorite spot is perfect for everyone! Go to https://www.shopwithscrip.com/ (SJA FAMILY ENROLLMENT CODE # 75592FF451446) Please remember to put the HSA Father-Daughter dance on your calendar for April 27 th 6-9PM. Home & School will also sponsor an Easter Candy Sale with Wockenfuss, a new vendor with more options. Attached are the flyers which came home with your child including ordering information. This is a voluntary sale but thought that it would be helpful for those families who would like to purchase. Please contact Anya Philbert with questions anya.philbert@gmail.com ST JOAN OF ARC BOX TOPS OLYMPICS is in full swing! The competition runs until Tuesday February 27 th. EVERY student has a chance to win their own medal! Winning class receives a prize! Totals for January are: Grade 5: 467 Kindergarten: 429 PreK: 391 Grade 1: 225 Grade 2: 185 Grade 8: 131 Grade 4: 105 Grade 7: 83 Grade 3: 66 Grade 6: 41 Catholics in Annapolis will take place on February 22 nd from 3 to 8PM. This evening gives Catholics across the state of Maryland to come together for food, fun, and advocacy. The Event and Reception are free but registration is required at www.mdcatholic.org/lobbynight The Archdiocese of Baltimore is sponsoring Family Night at the Baltimore Blasts on February 24 th. Discounted tickets and special activities will take place. The students have had a Blasts player come for our Field Day in May for the past two years. I m sure that they would love to cheer them on! Looking for more ways to earn volunteer hours or get involved? The Home & School s largest event is Derby Night in April. You may earn volunteer hours prior to the event or that evening, at home or at the event. Please contact Lauren Dorsey, hutchdorsey@gmail.com Many sponsors for races and items for the auctions and wheels are also needed. If you own a business or know someone who does, they can sponsor a horse or a race or make a donation to the silent auction. It is a great way to advertise your business! Upcoming Events: February 14 th Ash Wednesday liturgy/ Lent begins February 15 th Jr. Tech Team begins February 16 th Early dismissal (12:10PM) February 16 th High School Notifications February 16 th Lenten Fish Fry in Church Hall (3-8PM) February 16 th Stations of the Cross in Church at 7PM February 19 th NO SCHOOL, Presidents Day Holiday February 20 th FULL DAY OF SCHOOL February 20 th Reconciliation Service-Grades 3 through 8 February 22 nd Deadline to order March hot lunch

February 22 nd Grade 7 to Engineering demonstrations at Aberdeen Proving Ground February 22 nd Jr. Lego begins February 22 nd Catholics in Annapolis February 23 rd Stations of the Cross at 2PM (Grades 3 & 4) February 23 rd Lenten Fish Fry in Church Hall (3-8PM) February 23 rd Stations of the Cross in Church 7PM February 24 th AOB Family Night at the Baltimore Blasts March 2 nd NO SCHOOL for students (Professional Development for faculty) March 9 th End of Trimester 2 March 12 th -16 th Grade 6 to Northbay Environmental Camp March 14 th Grades 1 to 4 to John Carroll to see Tarzan March 16 th Grade 7 to Ellis Island March 18 th Deadline to order April hot lunch Peace and all good, Mrs. Bahr

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Catholics in Annapolis FEBRUARY 22, 2018 3-8 p.m. Mark your calendars! The Maryland Catholic Conference s 34 th annual Catholics in Annapolis event is February 22, 2018. Catholics in Annapolis provides a chance for you to come together with Catholics from across the State of Maryland for an evening of food, fun, faith and advocacy. Meet your lawmakers, mingle with Maryland s Catholic Bishops and your fellow parishioners, and share the Catholic belief in the dignity of all lives. Catering will be provided by B.E.S.T. Catering, a culinary job-training enterprise of the Light House Homeless Prevention Support Center in Annapolis. REGISTRATION: Event & reception are free but registration is required. Visit: www.mdcatholic.org/lobbynight BRIEFING: St. John Neumann Mission Church 620 N. Bestgate Road, Annapolis 21403 (3-4:30 p.m.) If you cannot make the briefing, we encourage you to attend the reception! MEETINGS AND RECEPTION: Legislative Office Buildings Rowe Boulevard, Annapolis (Meetings with legislators: 5-6:30 p.m.) (Legislative reception: 6:30-8 p.m.) (Shuttles available: 4:30-8 p.m.) QUESTIONS? Chris Santo or Kate Alexander 410-269-1155 or 301-261-1979 chris@mdcatholic.org kalexander@mdcatholic.org 10 Francis Street Annapolis, MD 21401

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ST JOAN OF ARC BOX TOPS OLYMPICS!!! Competition runs until Tuesday February 27 th EVERY student has a chance to win their own medal! Gold Medal Winner = 20 box tops Silver Medal Winner = 10 Box Tops Bronze Medal Winner = 5 Box Tops The class with the most box tops OVERALL wins an Ice cream party! PLEASE PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO WRITE THE STUDENTS NAME AND GRADE SO THEY RECEIVE THEIR MEDAL AND MAKE IT COUNT TOWARDS THE CLASS TOTAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!