October 14, 2016 Dear Saint Paul School Families, Thank you to Mrs. Jean Schnorr and all of the volunteers and runners that supported the Saint Paul 5K and Fun Run on Monday. The event brought in close to $10,000 for our school. Congratulations to all of the runners! First Place Winner was former SPS student, Joe Resca ! First Place SPS Boy: Patrick Lynch, Grade 7 First Place SPS Girl: Bela Taylor, Grade 7 Teachers have been discussing the term RIGOR and what it means to them and Saint Paul School. Characteristics of rigor are high expectations, providing support and demonstrating learning. What it is not, is lots of homework, doing more, or having more resources. Next week, look for some definitions from our faculty in the newsletter. Admission season for the 2017-2018 school year is upon us. We will hold our first Open House on Tuesday, October 18 from 6:00-7:30 pm. Parents and students are our greatest recruiters. If you know of someone interested in attending SPS please let us know. Sincerely, Ms. Lisa M. Fasano Principal
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October 14, 2016
Dear Saint Paul School Families,
Thank you to Mrs. Jean Schnorr and all of the volunteers and runnersthat supported the Saint Paul 5K and Fun Run on Monday. The eventbrought in close to $10,000 for our school. Congratulations to all ofthe runners!
First Place Winner was former SPS student, Joe Resca !First Place SPS Boy: Patrick Lynch, Grade 7First Place SPS Girl: Bela Taylor, Grade 7
Teachers have been discussing the term RIGOR and what it means to them and Saint Paul School. Characteristics of rigor are high expectations, providing support and demonstrating learning. What itis not, is lots of homework, doing more, or having more resources. Next week, look for somedefinitions from our faculty in the newsletter. Admission season for the 2017-2018 school year is upon us. We will hold our first Open House onTuesday, October 18 from 6:00-7:30 pm. Parents and students are our greatest recruiters. Ifyou know of someone interested in attending SPS please let us know.
Next Wednesday O'Connor Studio willbe at SPS for Picture Day. Students areto wear the Winter / Traditionaluniform attire. Thank you forremembering to complete the orderform and return it to school with yourstudent.
PERSONALIZED FORMS GOINGHOME IN YOUR STUDENT'SBACKPACK
VISITS THIS WEEKENDSunday, October 16 @ 5:30p @ Resurrection ParishLife Teen Mass
NPH USA transforms the lives of abandoned and disadvantagedchildren in Latin America and the Caribbean by supporting thehomes, healthcare and educational programs of NuestrosPequeños Hermanos (NPH, Spanish for "Our Little Brothers andSisters").
Youth that have been on mission with NPH will be speaking at
October 2016 p.16"Is a faith-based education the right fit?"
by: Gerry Tuoti
CLICK HERE TO READ
2016-17 SSPSLMIDDLE SCHOOL
BASKETBALLSPS is preparing for another exciting seasonof Basketball for Grades 5-8.
Online Sign-up Forms to be distributed nextweek.
SEEKING: ONE MORE COACH FOR5/6 BOYS TEAM
You are guaranteed a rewarding experienceand much fun with a great group of players! Time commitment limited, one practice and
one game /week (end of November -February). We have one volunteer (thank
you!) but are required by the league tohave two or more for safety and co-
coaching. You do not have to be a player'sparent. Please contact Jean Schnorr with
the 5:30pm Life Teen Mass at Resurrection on Sunday, October 15th to fill us in on their work and wayswe can help support their efforts.
**This is a great opportunity to learn more about NPH if you areconsidering the SPS trip to Guatemala next April**
SPS MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSIONTRIP:GUATEMALA
April 17-24, 2017
TRAVEL CONFIRMEDREGISTRATION EXTENDED THRU OCT. 21: We are so pleased to share that Señora Monnich is planning a
Middle School International Excursion for April 2017. Thisexcursion will be a Mission Trip for Middle School students to
Guatemala.
During this one-week service trip to the NPH home inGuatemala, your student will experience first hand how NPHUSA transforms the lives of children! Our students and parent
chaperones will meet the amazing children, staff, and volunteersof NPH and learn about their daily lives by participating rightalongside them. While the children are in school or activities,
SPS will help out around the home (landscaping, helping out onthe NPH farm, working in the kitchen, assisting with special
needs children, etc.). Relax or hang out with the children in theafternoon-play a soccer game or plan a group activity. In the
evening join the children for dinner, help them with theirhomework, and spend time together. Our week will also include
two touring excursions to scenic locations in the area.
LEARN MORE CLICK HERE** REGISTER FOR THE TRIP **
(extended thru Friday, October 21)
Senora Monnich welcomes any questions.
MIDDLE SCHOOL DANCEFRIDAY, October 21
Students in Grades 6 & 7 are invitedto an area Catholic school dance atSt. Jerome's on Friday, October 21.
PLEASE COMPLETE PERMISSION SLIP (click here)no later than TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18
Lunch Duty is our most popular volunteereffort! Here, you can access a link to
a Google Doc, so Lunch Duty CoordinatorM.E. Bailey can sign you up or sign up
below at SignUp.com (formerly known asVolunteer Spot).
Sign up on line at SignUP.comA quick review of guidelines while
volunteering for lunch duty are availableright here!
IMPORTANT
DATES
OCTOBER
18 Admissions Open House @ 6:00p19 Picture Day25 GR 5: Peabody Museum @ Harvard Univ.26 PTO Enrichment: Paige Christie @1:30p (Parents welcome)31 Halloween / Orange & Black Dress Down Day
NOVEMBER
1 All Saints Day - Liturgy @ 9:00a Parent Teacher Conferences (Gr 1 - 8) Gr 5-8 Parents: Basketball Meeting @ 6:302 PTO Enrichment: Wampanaog Classroom Visits Early Relaease @ 12:45p Parent Teacher Conferences (Gr 1 - 8)11 No School - Veterans Day
This young athlete "loves a monumental challenge!" Two years ago, Paige Christie, a Smith College and AustinPrep graduate from North Andover, became the first personfrom the region to swim across the English Channel,completing the treacherous 21 miles in 12:55.
This past summer, at the age of 23, Christie swam thelower 120 miles of the Hudson River, swimming under 8bridges around 17 miles apart --- it's the longest marathonswim in the world , and she is the youngest ever tocomplete it!
We look forward to Christie sharing details about her swim,how she trains and how her mind, body and soul all matterin accomplishing these amazing feats!
ParentsandQ&Awelcome!
DRESS DOWN: ORANGE & BLACKMONDAY, October 31
Our students may plan to enjoyHalloween Fun with a dress downday - wearing orange and black -on October 31st. More details tocome.
SPS COLLECTIONOCTOBER 10- JANUARY 6
Saint Paul School is participating in theCoats for KIDS drive to supportthousands of individuals in our own andnearby communities without winterjackets. All warm winter coats- kids,adults, and babies - that are in good
wearable condition are accepted. Please place donated items in the bin in the school gym or those
SCRIP shopping cards for over 100 local,national and online retailers are provided bySPS PTO available for purchase year-round.
The rewards come back to you as areduction in your 2016-17 tuition and to the
school in as much as 10% of the giftcard's value (varies by retailer).
Do your usual shopping and SAVE!
Register your Stop and Shop card today and start earning "free" money forSaint Paul School. Click on the link andenter the first three letters of your last
name and your 13 digit Stop and shop cardnumber. Our School ID is: 06552.
Encourage your family members to registertheir cards too.
TMO MINUTES OF YOUR TIME WILL HELP OUR SCHOOL RAISE EASY $$$
We encourage you to supportthose who generously supported our school
and parish for this event.Many thanks to our sponsors:
Spider FactsPreKindergarten enjoyed an exciting week
of learning fun facts about spiders. In this picture they are practicing for Halloween: "BOO!"
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