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Please note: All information sent home in Thursday folder may not be reflected in this listing.

May 22, 2008 - Last Thursday Folder

Transportation Information for Thursday, May 29: The following school districts will pick up at 1:30 p.m. : Canal Winchester, Fairfield Union, the bus from YMCA. The following districts will pick up at 2:40 p.m.: Bloom Carroll, Liberty Union, Lancaster City Schools. All students will be dismissed at 1:30 pm on Thurs, May 29th

Thank you for a great year! We're wishing all St Mary students, families, teachers and staff a safe and happy summer break! See you in the fall. From your St Mary Home & School Association officers.

CLASS SUPPLY LISTS FOR NEXT YEAR WENT HOME IN THIS FOLDER.

E2 Enrichment & Enlighten: We are budgeting $12,500 for next school year (funded from Market Day & SCRIP) to cover: Classroom field trip requests by teachers, Spanish Enrichment, Art Enrichment, Science, Math & Great Books. If you have any suggestions/comments, please call Tammy Thomas at 746-5752 or Kelly Virgin at 569-7235. We are in need of coordinators for the following areas: Art & Science.

Sign UP Forms for Everyone plays soccer & FCHS Lady Basketball Camp went home this week. Extra forms available in the bins located outside the school office in the main hallway.

Fighting Irish Youth Football News…visit www.fightingirishyouthfootball.org for updates on equipment distribution, practice dates & times, preview dates, etc.

Do you need a tutor? Math & Reading…Stephanie Novena at 654-1632. Call for summer hours. Grades K-5 at $20 per hour.

Summer Tutoring - Math, Reading, concept review for grades 4-8. Call Andrea Wood at 740-654-1632 - $20 per hour. Fairfield Public Library

May 15, 2008

Summer Basic Math Camp 3rd Grade & Up...Times: 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. Mon-Friday. Dates: 1st Session (July 7-11 and 14-18)...2nd Session (July 21-25 and July 28 to Aug 1)....3rd Session (Aug 4-8 and 11-15) Cost: 15 hours of tutuoring for $160. Location: Lancaster Church of the United Brethren at 1125 Pleasantville Rd (188) in Lancaster. For more info or to register, contact: Ruthe Schlosser at 740-687-0174 or email at RUTHE3455@columubs.rr.com

Ben Thimmes Van Fund: Ben Thimmes, former teacher and baseball coach at FCHS was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's Disease (ALS) in 2007. This disease has confined him to a wheelchair, but that is not going to stop Ben and his family from accomplishing his dream of traveling to several baseball stadiums this summer. Of course Ben's special needs require a special vehicle. THIS IS WHERE YOU CAN HELP! Fairfield National Bank has set up a special account called the Ben Thimmes Van Fund. Donations can be made at any Fairfield National Bank, ATTN: Dusty Miller, PO Box 607, Lancaster OH 43130

Fisher Catholic Cheer Camp…June 24, 25, 26, 27 from 9 a.m. to Noon. Grades 1-8 (entering fall 2008). Cost $45. To be held at FCHS. Featuring Cheers, Chants, Dances, Tumbling, Jumps & Crafts…along with stunting for 7th & 8th graders. Each camper will receive a tshirt. Call Coach Debbie Klopfer at 740-503-9330. Submit form with check (payable to: F.C. Cheerleading) by June 19 to guarantee tshirt availability.

Uniform Exchange….July 22nd from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Spirit Center. If you have clothes to donate before school is out, please drop them off in the school office and they will be stored until the exchange. If you have clothes to donate after school is out, please call Norah Ginty at 681-9647 to make arrangements.

May 8, 2008

Spring Sale Update: the spring sale needs your stuff! We are collection donations daily before and after school Please bring your items during that time. The sale is set for Saturday, May 17 from 9-2…rain or shine.

OLYMPIC FIELD DAY 2008….for grades K-8 will be held in the park across from the school. K-Tues, May 20 from 8:30 - 10:15 a.m. 1st & 2nd grade..Wed, May 28th from 8:30 am to 10:15 am, 3rd, 4th & 5th grades on Tue, May 27th from 12:30 to 2:15 pm, 6th grade on Thur, May 22 from 12:30 pm -2:15 pm, 7th grade on Wed, May 21 from 12:30-2:15 pm and 8th grade on Fri, May 23 from 12:30 - 2:15 pm. At least 6 parent volunteers are needed for each session. Please contact the phys ed teacher, Chris Chenault if you are able to help out.

Educational Outfitters Summer Schedule for Fittings (GRADES 6, 7, 8). May 27 in the St Mary Spirit Center from 3 - 7 pm. June 17 at FCHS Gym from 4-8 pm (discount given), July 15 at St Mary Spirit Center 4-8 pm (discount given) and Aug 5 at FCHS Gym from 3-7 pm.

May 1, 2008

SCRIP NEWS: Final 2007-08 Tuition Credit Statements are being mailed this week to all families who have earned at least $5. Over $40,000 of tuition credit was earned this year…WOW! SCRIP Summer Schedule was sent home in this week's Thursday folder. It is also posted on the "SCRIP" portion of the school website.

Notice to Student Athletes Entering Grades 7,8,9 for 2008-09 School Year. If you are planning on participating in Junior High sports (7/8/9 grades) in football, volleyball, cross country, basketball, wrestling, track, you must have a current Athletic Physical. These forms will be given to interested students the week of May 5, or you may pick up a form at the information racks next to the school office. Questions? Call Dave Anders, Athletic Director at 654-7950.

Spanish programs at St Mary….for credit again next year Mrs Speigel will be teaching Spanish 1 to 7th and 8th graders who apply for the class. The purpose is to prepare to test out of Spanish 1 at Fisher and take Spanish 2 as a freshman. For more information call Jane Dodds at 654-6288.

Flower Sale pickup is Saturday, May 3 from 10 am to 3 pm in the St Mary Gym

WANTED: We are looking for about 20 adult volunteers to assit with monitoring the INFLATABLES scheduled for Monday, May 12th, courtesy of our Home & School Association. You can spend a few hours with us or you can spend all day. Set up with began around 8 a.m. Tear down will take place around 2:15 p.m. Lunch will be provided to our adult volunteers. If interested or have additional questions, please email Eileen Gundelfinger at joegundy@columbus.rr.com or call 740-277-7063.

April 24, 2008

Sign up and registration for Fighting Irish Youth Football Players & Cheerleaders will be held on Sunday, May 4th from 1-3 pm in the St Mary Spirit Center. Boys entering grades 1-6 (for 2008-09 school year) and girls for 3-4 grades (2008-09 year). Please attend so you can complete the registration forms, be measured for uniforms and receive further information. Registration is due at sign ups. $60 for first player/cheerleader. $50 for each additional family member. Please bring copy of son's birth certificate for league/team records. If you have provided one previously, you do not have to so again this year. Contact Jack Faulker (740-654-9689) for football, and Debbie Klopfer (740-689-0453) for cheerleading, or visit our website at www.fightingirishyouthfootball.org.

Healthy, Happy Kids. Please join the Health & Wellness Ministry as we share information and tips to help your child become Healthy & Fit for a lifetime. Sunday, April 27th after the 11:15 a.m. mass in the St Mary Spirit Center. Child care will be provided.

Check out the new program for girls entering grades 7-9. Design & Discovery is brought to you by the Girl Scouts Seal of Ohio Council Inc. Contact Becky Sides at 614-487-8101 or bsides@sealofohio.org Also…space is still available for the 2008 Summer Resident Camp. Visit www.sealofohio.org for more information.

April 17, 2008

ATTN: Market Day Customers: Pick up location has changed to the school gymnasium. Time remains the same from 9-10 a.m. Volunteers should arrive around 7:30 a.m. Thank you!

SPRING SALE: This years sale will be Saturday, May 17th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Merchants Star Trucking (Formerly Bates) has once again donated a trailer for us to use as storage. The truck is coming Monday, April 21st. We will be accepting donations of all reusable items: furniture, toys, clothing, tools, household items, etc. We also need empty boxes. Donations will be accepted mornings at 9:15 a.m. and after school. You can also call Lynann Shea at 654-4485 to schedule a drop off time if necessary. The sale will be held rain or shine.

More Volunteers are needed for the Teacher Appreciation Luncheon to be held on Thursday, May 1st. We need help with set-up, serving, clean-up, classroom assistants, cafeteria and playground monitors. Please contact one of us if you are able to help in any way: Ann Canby (740.569.7448), Kristin Kennedy (740.653.0505) or Kathy Wotruba (740.746.9812). Thank you!

The St Mary School Class of 2008 asks you to support our Yearbook by responding to our advertising campaign. Generous contributions like yours make it possible to print the yearbook for students K-8. Full Page $100, Half Parge $75, 1/4 pg $50 and reprint of business card $30. Thank you for your support. You may contact our advisor, Mrs Blom with questions, at 740-654-1650 or by email at stmarylan@cdeducation.org.

April 10, 2008

The St Mary Athletic Department is looking to fill the following coaching positions for the 2008 season: Head Coach..Boys & Girls Cross Country and Cheerleading Advisor-7th & 8th grade Football & Basketball. For more information, please contact Dave Anders, SMS Athletic Director at 654-7950

SCRIP NEWS: Value City is being discontinued. We have 16 @ $10 left. Lilian Vernon SCRIP is being discontinued. We have 6 @ $20 left in stock. Great Clips is now available in $25 increments at an 8% discount.

Market Day Order Form went home in this weeks folder.

April 3, 2008

TEACHER APPRECIATION LUNCHEON is set for Thursday, May 1. Volunteers are needed in the following areas: provide food, event set up, serving and cleanup, classroom assistants, cafeteria & playground monitors. Setup will begin at 9 a.m. Classroom assistants & playground monitors are needed from 10:30 to 1. Clean up will be immediately following the luncheon. If you are able to help in any way, please contact Ann Camby (569-7448, Kristen Kennedy (653-0505) or Kathy Wotruba (746-9812). THANK YOU!

Market Day Gourmet Sauces & Mixes are available in April only. Last day to order: Noon 4/15/08. Pickup date/time is 4/19/08 from 9-10 a.m. in the Spirit Center

Open House Reminder for the Mary Kay/Tupperware event to raise money for the Brenden P. Krannitz Scholarship Fund. Friday, April 11 at 6:30 pm in the Spirit Center.

Grub Day on Friday, April 11th. Cost $1.00. All proceeds go to the production of Alice in Wonderland.

March 20 & 27, 2008

NO FOLDER SENT HOME THESE WEEKS

March 13, 2008

Hoops for Heart Event Reminder: Our school will be participating in Hoops for Heart during the week of April 7, 2008. If you are interested in making a donation, envelopes are due March 20, 2008. For more information, please contact Mr. Chenault. Donations will support the American Heart Association. Overweight children face a greater chance of developing heart disease and over 15% of children and teens are seriously overweight.

Educational Apparel will be coming to St Mary School on Monday, March 31st between 2:30 - 6:00 PM for a spring uniform sale. Please call 1-800-776-3034 x1 with any questions.

School Closet March Madness Sale. Take 20% off your total purchase during the month of March. (offer cannot be combine with SCRIP, and are not valid on letter jackets and cannot be used on past purchases).

Did You Forget to register your child for the 2008/2009 school year? We know that the weather has been cold and snowy, but don’t forget that Friday, March 14th is the last day to register your child for the 2008-09 school year. In order to compete your registration, you must be current on your tuition. Some classes are filling up fast! Don't get left out it the cold!

Don’t forget that St Mary School is in session Thursday, March 20th as a make up day since we went one day over on our calamity days. There will be NO CAFETERIA SERVICE THAT DAY. There will be bus transportation for Lancaster City School riders. All others please check with your local transporation department.

You are invited to help raise money for the Brenden P. Krannitz Scholarship Fund. First annual Mary Kay/Tupperware Open House Party. Friday, April 11th from 6:30 pm - ? Held in the St Mary Spirit Center. 50% of Mary Kay and 40% of Tupperware proceeds with go towards this scholarship fund.

Parents of Saint Mary School: This year we are performing Alice in Wonderland on Friday, April 18 at 8 pm and Saturday, April 19 at 8 pm. We are offering business and parents the opportunity to purchase space in our playbill for a minimal donations. All proceeds are used to help fund the production of this show. Please send in your ads no later than April 1st. Forms are available in the bin located outside the school office.

Andrews Army Research Fundraiser will take place on April 4 at the Elks Lodge, 129 E Main Street, Lancaster. Doors open at 6 p.m. Free admission, silent/live auction, 50/50 drawings, hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. For more information and reservations please contact Juli Kilbarger at 740-808-1388 or email: mjk@columbus.rr.com. This is a casual dress evening!

Home & School Minutes were sent home this week.

Uniform Policy Information for 2008-2009 were sent home this week

Invention Convention deadline has been extended to March 17th.

The deadline for returning the Candidate Information Form for the 2 openings on the St Mary Advisory Board has been extended to Tuesday, March 18, 2008.

March 6, 2008

REMINDER: The last day to order SCRIP for the 2007-08 accumulation period is Monday, March 31. All orders received after that date will begin the new accumulation perod. Statements will be mailed to each family by the end of April to let you know what your Tuition Credit is to be applied to the 2008-08 year. Also, Lilian Vernon & Value City will be discontinued. If you are interested, we have a few left in stock.

DOUBLE TUITION CREDIT SPECIAL: For a limited time, purchase Educational Apparel SCRIP for 15% tuition credit (not the normal 7.5%), and Yes, You May SCRIP for 10% tuition credit.

Dear Parents: Since we have exceeded our calamity days allowed by the state by one day, we will need to make up that day. The make up day will be Thursday, March 20th. Although this is Holy Thursday, the sacred Triduum---the three sacred days of Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Easter Vigil--does not begin until sundown on Holy Thursday. Therefore, there should be no conflict with parish celebrations on that day that commemorates the Lord's Last Supper since only one Mass may be celebrated until after sundown. Our spring breakwill begin on Good Friday, March 21st. Sincerely, Carlton Rider

St Mary Yearkbook Information 2008. Dear Parents,Student & Friends of St Marys: Preparations for the St Mary Yearbook are underway. I would appreciate any photos that you have of sporting events or St Mary activities. All pictures will be returned, and will not be altered in any way. You may also email pictures to me at stmarylan@cdeducation.org. The yearbook will follow the same format used last year but the delivery date will be the first day of school in August. The date change will allow us to include more end of year events in the yearbook. The cost is $35 per book. Payment must be made at the time of your order. The deadline for orders is May 2, 2008. Make checks payable to St Mary Yearbook. Order forms are available in the bin located outside the main office.

ITS TIME TO THINK SPRING! SPRING FLOWER SALE! Thank you for supporting St Mary Education Association annual spring flower sale. All proceeds benefit the tuition assistance fund. If you will be picking up more than one order, please staple the orders together. Mark your calendars for flower pickup on Saturday, May 3. Thanks! Order forms are available in the bin located outside the main office.

SPRING SALAD BAR MARCH 13, 2008: Taco in a bag, Sliced Ham & Turkey Wrap, Salad w/dressing & cheese, Pasta Salad, Pickle, Fresh Fruit & Dip, Shamrock Cookie, Jello Jigglers

St Mary School Advisory Board Candidate Information: There are 2 positions open for the St Mary Advisory Board. Term on the board is 3 years. The Board meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, September thru May (excluding December). If you are interested in becoming a candidate, please complete the candidate information form and return to the school office by 3 pm Friday, March 7,2008. Candidates are asked to attend the April advisory board meeting (April 8, 2008 at 7 pm in the Faculty Room). Ballots will be sent in the Thursday folder on May 1, 2008. Candidate information form is available in the bin located outside the main office. Results will be announced by way of Thursday folder on May 22, 2008.

Living Water presents: The Way of The Cross….a benefit concert for Ben Thimmes. Wed, March 12th at 7 pm in the FCHS gymnasium. Appropriate for all ages. The Way of The Cross is a musical reflection on last hours in the life of Jesus Christ. It combines a narrative with song and journeys with Jesus as He carries the cross through the crowded streets. The concert ends with a message of hope as Christians await the day of His glorious resurrection. A Love Offering will be requested for Ben and his family. Pleae visit http://www.livingwatermusic.org

February 28, 2008

INVENTION CONVENTION INFORMATION

Dear parents/Guardians of St. Mary students,

Our students have a chance once again to participate in the Invention Convention sponsored by Just Think, Inc. Participation is on a voluntary basis. Packets are available in the library, and are available to be distributed to interested students.

Here is how the Invention Convention works:

Students come up with a new idea that solves a problem and create a model based on that idea. The steps of arriving at that idea and creating a model based on that idea are written in a journal provided by the Invention Convention (IC) organization. Projects are brought to school on Monday, April 7th, so that they may be judged at the school that week. The two or three top projects then compete at a regional level at Veteran's Memorial in Columbus on Saturday, May 17th. (Parents/guardians and students must be present.) Three monetary awards and many other prizes are given at each grade level. In the past, two Saint Mary students won awards, one winning 3rd place in the fifth grade category ($300 Ohio Tuition Grant) and one winning a scholarship to the Invention Convention Camp.

Students may be able to see a video and receive instruction on researching inventions in the school library. Mrs. Lindsey and I have a list of projects so that no two students work on the same idea. Because of significant problems in past years, students may not work with a partner. Many books will be placed on reserve in the school library to help with the research. If there are any questions, you may contact me by e-mail or by phone. diane@alternacare.biz or 740-653-2046.

The registration DEADLINE is Monday March 10th. If interested in more details: http://www.just-think-inc.com/

Diane Stuckey, parent facilitator

SCRIP NEWS: Value City & Lilian Vernon SCRIP is being discontinued. We have limited quantities on hand while supplies last. Lowes is now also available in $1000 cards.

Fisher Catholic Sports Shop will be open Saturday, March 8th from 10-12 in the Commons. Selected items 15% off. Items available are: shorts, tshirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, umbrellas. In stock items only. Call Cinde Nameth at 654-5187 for more info.

February 14, 2008

NO FOLDER SENT HOME THIS WEEK

February 7, 2008

Upcoming Marriage Encounter Weekends: Feb. 22-24 & April 18-20. Weekends fill quickly, so prompt response is encouraged. For more info or to register, contact Paul & Marilou Clouse at 740-746-9003 or visit our website at www.wwmecolumbus.org.

Need last minute SCRIP fast? Use your Kroger Reloadable Card at Kroger anytime to purchase what you neeed. Card availablity varies by location. Also, Don’t forget Valentines Day is Thursday, Feb 14th.

HOW TO TALK SO KIDS WILL LISTEN AND HOW TO LISTEN SO KIDS WILL TALK. Learn to communicate more effectively with your child to increase cooperation and strengthen self-esteem. Thursdays, Feb 21 & 28, and March 13, 2008 from 7-9 pm. Church of the Resurrection, 6300 E Dublin-Granville Rd, New Albany, Oh 43054. Registration fee is $30/couple or $25/individual. Sponsored by the Marriage & Family Life Office. For more information call 614-241-2560

Market Day…receive a FREE 6 pack of Nesquick Chocolate Milk with a purchase of 3 qualifying cookie dough items. All cookie dough only $12 each. Visit www.marketday.com to place your order today. Our school Account number is #12008. Deadline to order is noon on 2/12. Pickup is 2/16 from 9-10 am in the Spirit Center.

St Marys Book Fair featuring Usborne Books. Monday, Feb 11 through Friday, Feb 15th from 7:30 am to 3 pm (Thurs until 7 pm). With over 14000 titles there is something for everyone. Cant make it to the fair? Shop online thru Feb. 15 at the e-fair. Go to www.ubah.com/BF23802. For more information contact Amy Goldsberry 740-687-0022. Please park behind the school and enter doors in back of school after 5 pm on Thursday.

Its all About Character bookes and more available for order online at 222.itsallaboutcharacter.com. From the presentation of Michael M Thomson, Ph.D

January 31, 2008

Fisher Catholic Marching Band in Concert…Sunday, Feb 3rd at 2 pm and Saturday, Feb. 9th at 7 pm. Held in the main gym at Fisher Catholic High School - Free to the public.

Can you sew? If so, St Mary's 2008 Musical….Alice in Wonderland….NEEDS YOU! We are looking for some volunteers who can lend their time & skills to sew costumes for the musical. If you can help, plese give Mrs Wettersten a call at the school, or email the theatre department at stmarymusical@gmail.com Thanks for your help!

SCRIP NEWS: ATTN: PARENTS…A list of Kroger Reloadable card numbers that currently are not linked to a family account were sent home this week. Please let us know if any othese numbers might be yours. This list is available on the SCRIP page of the St Mary website.

January 24, 2008

HELP!! The St Mary Athletic Department is looking for a 7th & 8th grade boys and girls track coach for the upcoming spring season. Unless a coach is found, we will not be able to offer track this year at St Marys. This is a paid position and interested persons need to have knowledge of the sport, discipline skills, a current BCI report as well as evidence of attending a Protecting Gods Children program. Please contact Dave Anders, Athletic Director, if interested at 654-7950.

Reading is a Gift! Our Usborne "Reading is a Gfit" Book Fair is coming Feb 11-15th from 7:30 a.m to 3 pm each day, and until 7 pm on the 12th.. Please mark your calendars. Book prices range for $3.95 and up. K-6 will preview books at the book fair and will complete a wish list with the help of their teacher for you to see. You can purchase books with cash, check or credit card right from this list. Proceeds from the book fair will benefit our school.

STRATEGIES for SAVING YOUR SANITY in PARENTHOOD! Michael M Thomson, Ph.D. Unlike any speaker you've ever seen. Wed, Jan 30 at 7 pm St Mary School Auditorium

DIOCESAN TUITION ASSISTANCE for 2008-09 School Year…Deadline for postmark is March 15, 2008. To be considered for the Diocese of Columbus Tuition Assistance Program:

1. You must be registered in one of the Diocesan schools by March 15, 2008.

2. A signed & completed application with ALL supporting documentation must be postmarked by the March 15, 2008 deadline (please file early in case additional documentation is requested by FACTS…it must also be postmarked by the deadline or you will not be considered for a grant)

3. Payment of the $20 application fee must accompany the application.

4. Only one application per family is required.

DIOCESAN TUITION ASSISTANCE FORMS available in the school office after January 15, 2008.

SCRIP NEWS: We have some extra Kroger gift cards in $25 denominations left from Christmas. These are available while supplies last…we will not be able to reorder in that denomination until next Christmas season.

MARKET DAY ORDER Form was sent home this week. Deadline to return order to school is Friday 2/08.

Internet order deadline is noon on Tuesday 2/12. Pickup date/time is Sat, Feb 16th from 9-10 a.m. in the Spirit Center. Remember…1/2 of the profits from your order is applied to SCRIP Tuition Credit.

January 17, 2008