Saint Rita School Weekly Newsletter

Celebrating Faith, Excellence and Stewardship for 90 years

Website: www.st-ritaschool.org (626) 355-6114 Fax: (626) 355-0713

APRIL 23, 2012

Send articles for the newsletter to Mrs. Landis at landis@st-ritaschool.org

Book Tuesday, April 24 Used Sale

$1.00 books 7:45 arrival time School Mass Dress Uniform L.E.A.P.S. Karate & American Girl Doll Clothes

IMPORTANT DATES

A note from the desk of Mrs. Harabedian

Our PTO Board Member ballot is not quite ready for a general vote so it will be sent in your envelopes next week. I thank all who agreed to accept a position on our 2012-2013 Board. Remember that the board members are the facilitators of our fundraising events that keep our tuition at less than half of most private schools. Beyond that, there is a significant difference between our school and schools that dont have a parent involvement. I recently visited a school that no longer has a parent organization or CYO sports teams. It didnt happen suddenly but began with parents who were unable to commit to the extra time. Families began to feel less connected to one another and the traditions of working together became vague memories. At St. Rita School, the teachers, staff and I cherish parent involvement that is the foundation of the loving community we share with you. Your participation brings ownership and a good understanding of what it takes to maintain a working partnership between home and school. I appreciate all of the time and talent you so generously extend to our school. And we do it all for the children.

Wednesday, April 25 Used Book

Sale $1.00 books

Science Museum on Wheels

L.E.A.P.S. Baton and Cheer & Fashion Design

Thursday, April 26 Used Book Sale

$1.00 books

1:45 Dismissal Staff Meeting

L.E.A.P.S. Chess and Dance

Friday, April 27 $5.00 HOT DOG LUNCH Used Book Sale $1.00 books Saturday, April 28 First Communion parent meeting and retreat CYO Regional Track Meet Sunday, April 29 CYO Regional Track Meet Monday, April 30 Tuesday, May 1 7:45 arrival time
School Mass Dress Uniform L.E.A.P.S. Karate & American Girl Doll Clothes

Grandparents Day Thursday, May 17, 2012 8:00-11:30 May Crowning 8:45-9:30 in Church Continental Breakfast 9:30- 10:30 in OMalley Hall Classroom visiting 10:30-11:30 Be sure we have your grandparent information we will be mailing out invitations!
We will have a professional photographer available for pictures with students and grandparents from 8:00-11:30

Wednesday, May 2 Taco Lunch for HCA L.E.A.P.S. Baton and Cheer
& Fashion Design

Thursday, May 3 1:45 Dismissal Staff Meeting L.E.A.P.S. Chess and

Dance

Friday, May 4 Saturday, May 5 First Communion Second Grade

New L.E.A.P.S. Classes and homework helper begin this week. Be sure and send in your registration forms.

Please keep Ms. Marcia Turner and Ms. Jackie Bagnuelo in your prayers.

All Parents must be Virtus Trained if you have

any interaction with students on campus, working with students, attending field trips.

Virtus Training Tuesday, April 24th 6:00 p.m. in OMalley Hall All school and parish adults must be Virtus trained. Call the school office to reserve a seat (626) 355-6114

The fingerprint schedules are available online at http://www.la-archdiocese.org/org/hr/Pages/fingerprinting.aspx Registration is now open for the 2012-2013 St. Rita School Junior Kindergarten
Our junior kindergarten program is designed for the Early 5 year old who is ready to move beyond preschool. Teacherdirected and child-initiated activities introduce students to classroom routines and foster development in areas such as language, math, literacy, imaginative play, social awareness, technology, construction, art, and music. Junior kindergarten will prepare your child for classroom routines with plenty of time for free exploration. Junior kindergarten will be full day 8:00 a.m.3:00 p.m. with after school child care available. Contact our school office for an enrollment packet. (626) 355-6114

May 2012 fingerprinting schedule.

The Elementary Speech Team

The Elementary Speech Team had a wonderful time at the Ribet Academy Speech Tournament on Thursday afternoon.

Impromptu Speech Pierre Biscaichipy 1st Place Duo Interp Jenna Mijares & Sophie Johnson1st Place Elyse Vielma & Natalie Kraich 2nd Place Storytelling Leanne Kuhn 1st Place Erin Simone 3rd Place Elyse Vielma 5th Place Allure Shurney 6th Place Sophia Davis 8th Place.

ST. RITA SCHOOL HOSTS TRACK MEET The Raider track team dominated the eighteen team "Raider Relays" at Bishop Amat on Sunday. They took First Place in Varsity Boys, Varsity Girls, B Boys, B Girls and Novice Girls and a Second Place in Novice Boys. The Overall Championship Trophy went to the Raiders as well.
Many thanks to our "Sea of Gold", the 50+ parents and former students who took admission, ran field events timed races, prepared ribbons and medals, tabulated scores, escorted athletes and controlled access to the track for the 2000+ athletes and spectators. Also, thank you to Ms. Carnighan and Mr. Hagen for spending hours running around town (literally) with our distance runners. They have helped that group of athletes post considerably improved times through the season. Mr. Nelson, Mr. Barber and Mrs. Nardoni have also been invaluable as the main conditioners for all of our athletes. We owe the success at the Raider relays to all of you. Thank you

Acts of Kindness When they thought no one was looking the following individuals were seen practicing charity and kindness Living as Jesus would. You never know when an angel is watching.

Liam Blackwell, Julia Lucas, Caroline Mc Creary, Jacob Rose Zoe Samerjan, Dylan Stover Jacob Troescher

Goodwill Donation Fundraiser!

Did you do spring cleaning during break?? The Girl Scouts would love to have your donations for our Goodwill Fundraiser! Please drop off your items any morning this week at O'Malley Hall between 7:30 and 8:15. Help us raise money for our trip to Savannah, GA!! Goodwill Drop Off date has been changed to April 28th, at Sierra Vista Park.

We have had a few cases of lice here at school. Please be diligent in checking your childs hair. The Hair Angels 626-577-4247 for more information go to: www.thehairangels.com