Thursday, January 30, 2014
A Note from Susan
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Another Catholic Schools Week is drawing to a close and we have so many people to recognize for making it a great experience. Thank you for the many expressions of appreciation on Staff Appreciation Day. Our wonderful Parents Club, under the leadership of Lisa Luna, gifted the staff with movie tickets, cake pops, and a delicious lunch. We also had an afternoon snack cart come around for a little “pick me up” that was quite popular. (More than one teacher thinks we should do it every day.) Our Friendship Families had fun during Tuesday’s rotation activity. It was interesting to note that our students know the names of teachers’ children, pets, and favorite hobbies, but no one knew who had met Bradley Cooper, Matt Damon, Michael Jackson, or Elvis. The week ended with a blessing and cheer for Fr. Mike and Deacon Tim to thank them for all they do. Another reason to celebrate CSW is the community of parent/guardians who support The Madeleine. I hope you enjoyed our small token of appreciation—coffee, donuts, and hard rock candy that stated “Madeleine Parents Rock.”
I am especially thankful for the group of parents from our 3rd grade class, who have stepped up to chair next year’s auction. After two evening meetings, much discussion, and many questions, we have committed auction chairs in place. Please give a round of applause to……Lucas Newman, Dunetchka Otero, Charity Adams. Our Development Director, Lynn Robinson, will help with Auction Operations along with Karoline Ashley and Lennie Supnet. We also have almost all the sub-chair positions filled from both the 3rd grade and returning veterans. I would say that we are in good hands for next year’s event. Details to follow.
Have a great weekend.
Sincerely,
Susan
Open House This Monday and Tuesday!
Thank you to all of those you have stepped forward to help with the Open House activities.
Parent Information Night - Monday, February 3rd, 7 pm, Parish hall
School Tours – Tuesday, February 4th
We could always use a few more tour guides on Tuesday to take prospective parents on a school tour and answer their questions.
Please contact Caryn Fiedler at fiedler3fam@gmail.com to sign up!
Upcoming Auction Easel Events:
BARRE to BAR
Ladies, belly up to the barre, before the bar this time, and experience what everyone is shaking about!
Take a one hour Barre3 class and experience what Dr. Oz, QVC and Bloomberg TV have been buzzing about with the nations hottest workout Barre3. Founder, owner, and Madeleine Mama Sadie Lincoln is bringing a new attitude to exercise and her Team wants share it with you.
This class is designed to transform the body to one of equal balance, strength and flexibility. Just wear your comfortable yoga type clothing and bare feet. No experience or props necessary. Sign up with a buddy and be rewarded with treats from Migration Brewing after the class to help quench your thirst.
Hosts: Sadie Lincoln and Teal Davidson
SATURDAY March 1st. at 4:30pm
Location: BARRE 3, SE Studio, 2523 SE 22nd / SE Division
$40 per person
Only 2 Spots Left!
Sign-up online at :
https://themadeleine.schoolauction.net/remember/register/checkout
Father Daughter Disco Dance
It's not just fun and games anymore, the girls want to dance! This is your chance to show your daughters how you can Shake Your Groove Thing, but please, try not to dislocate anything in the process. Polyester pantsuits and platforms encouraged. So, Superfreak, start growing out your hair and sideburns now (we recognize for some of you this will be a considerable challenge and suggest you get started right away) and get ready to request your favorite disco song on the sign-up sheet! Snacks and drinks will be provided for both daughters and dads. Come and have fun with the young lady or ladies in your life!
Date: Saturday, April 12th, 2014, 6:30 pm to 9 pm
Location: The Madeleine Parish Hall
Hosts: Thompson, Workmeister/Skedsvold, Matteri, and Roberson/Gladyz Families
$40 per family
Sign-up online at :
https://themadeleine.schoolauction.net/remember/register/checkout
Price Reduced!
SOS Survival Skills Class, for 5th – 8th Graders, only $40
SOS Survival Skills and Team Building
Get ready to learn real survival skills during an action packed survival training day with TrackersPDX! Work with highly experienced mentors as they teach basic wilderness survival skills, campfire skills, signal rescue, staying found and not getting lost, creating natural shelters, making hunting tools, tracking and much more. You will also participate in team building skills with conflict resolution and obstacle courses. Come enjoy a day in nature with your friends and take away much more than imagined! Please bring a sack lunch.
Date: May 3, 2014
Sign-up online at :
https://themadeleine.schoolauction.net/remember/register/checkout
Counselor Corner:
Dear Parents:
The Archdiocesan learning specialists will be sponsoring a series of informational lectures highlighting topics of interest to our parent community. The first lecture will take place on Thursday, February 13, 6:45 at Holy Trinity School in Beaverton. The topic will be ADD/ADHD-Paying Attention to Attention. Our guest speaker will be Jeff Sosne, a well-known author and professional in this field. Please consider attending if your child or someone in your family is diagnosed with ADHD or if you are interested in finding out more about this topic. Contact me for more information. Fliers will be posted around the school.
Carolyn Ullman, School Counselor
Free Dress for $2
Thank you for your donations!
$381 was collected for our 2014 Annual Fund which will go towards tuition assistance. Thank you for ensuring all students have the opportunity to receive a Catholic education!
Tracking Volunteer Hours Is Easier Than Ever!
Click here to log your volunteer hours on the new online form. It takes just a few minutes to enter what you've done so far. Think auction, field trips, and party planning for your class. You'll be surprised at how many volunteer hours you've already completed when you start adding it up.
CYO Nights at La Salle, Jesuit, St. Mary's and U of P!
Clice here and check out all the fun at CYO Event Dates
Free Admission to all the events!
St. Michael's Lunches: 8th Grade
The eighth grade students did an outstanding job this week, bringing in 215 sack lunches! Sometimes it’s easy for the middle school students to lag in lunch prep, but not this class, they rolled their sleeves up and fed many hungry people. A big thank you to our eighth grade volunteers and Louise Hallman, our fabulous parent volunteer, for making sure the lunches were delivered to those in need.
Greetings from the Art Room,
If only I had more display space! Your young artists have been creating up a storm and the bulletin boards in the halls by the Art Room and library are a lively, revolving art gallery. Did you catch the eighth grade self-portraits and the sixth grade Kaleidoscope Name Designs? They have made room for the newest batch of art. Up now are Kindergarten's Mixed Media Snowmen. Chinese New Year. Year of the Horse, gallops in with a wide variety of striking horse images from fourth grade. Third grade birngs a breath of almost spring with mixed media Chinese Porcelain Vases filled with cheery flowers. Fifth grade is in the swim of the New Year celebration with colorful carp windsox, representing hard work and determination. First grade Penguins just have to get a spot! So does the dazzling Marbled Paper that seventh grade has been working on. And just wait 'til you see the Infinity Boxes that the eighth grade have been making. Next on the list, at the request of Father Mike, will be Mardi Gras masks for all 250 or so students. Be sure to stop by and enjoy the displays.
Regards,
Mrs. Galash
Scrip News
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What’s For Hot Lunch?
Want to know what is being served for hot lunch this week? All you need to do is look at the upper right-hand corner of Friday Footnotes in the “This Week” section and you’ll immediately have your answer!
An Opportunity For You
Exploring Ignatian Spirituality is a program created from the teachings of St. Ignatius of Loyola to give people an opportunity to discover God in daily life through various forms of prayer. The program is intended to provide an introductory experience of Ignatian spirituality.
Click here to see the flyer for complete details.
Parish Directory—not able to get photographed?
Submit a photo by January 31
We thank everyone who was able to schedule an appointment and have your photo taken for our upcoming Parish Photo Directory.
If you were unable to make it in, please submit a photograph for the directory.
Here
are a few guidelines:
Please select a photo that:
- Is in portrait orientation (Taller than it is wide...see why at right>>)
- focuses as tightly on the people as possible with minimal background (We want to see you, not your vacation destination!)
- Has a simple, uncluttered background
- Is at maximum resolution. If you’re sending by email or from your phone, choose “Actual Size” when prompted
Email photos to rhammons@themadeleine.edu. Questions? Contact Rich Hammons at the above email, or at the parish office, ext. 29
In This Week's Parish Bulletin
Download yours at www.themadeleine.edu/bulletin
Confirmation classes not too late to sign up!
Next class is Sunday, February 2
Classes for our 2014 Confirmation class began last weekend...but it’s not
too late to sign up! Confirmation will be on May 6 at The Madeleine. Here’s
what else you need to know:
Confirmation will be held May 6, and
classes began on January 12, but please sign up soon as we need a good count
as to how many people will be in the class. Any student not registered by February
2 will be placed into next year’s cohort. Cost is $90 (not due until April).
To
receive the sacrament, you must be at least 14 years old AND a freshman in
high school. Adults are welcome, too. Questions? Contact Tina Hanselman. Registration
form is available online at www.themadeleine.edu/confirmation or through the
Parish Office.
Questions? Contact Tina Hanselman at thanselman@themadeleine.edu.
Help Wanted: Parish Bookkeeper —
approx. 25 hours/week
The Madeleine Parish is seeking a part-time bookkeeper who will be responsible for financial transactions of the parish and related activities, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, overseeing volunteers, and other administrative duties. Two- or 4-year degree or equivalent in Accounting or related field, and/or 3-5 years related full-charge bookkeeping experience. Proficient with modern computing hardware and software, including Microsoft Outlook and Excel, QuickBooks, etc. Experience with automated payroll processing desirable and payroll related regulations required. Basic office skills such as keyboard, 10-key, copiers, etc. Solid understanding of accounting principles absolutely essential, with emphasis on non-profit accounting desirable. Strongly prefer knowledge of the Catholic faith and parish business environment.
This position will not be responsible for the bookkeeping duties of The Madeleine School. Approximately 25 hours per week to be determined. Pre-employment background check required.
This position will have some set hours (Mondays) and can otherwise be a flexible schedule. This position reports to the parish Business Manager. To apply, send resume to kjohnson@themadeleine.edu. All Parish employees must pass a criminal background check.
Winter Leadership Night—Save the date
Thursday, February 6 • Parish Hall
All committee, council, commission and ministry leads, chairpersons are requested to attend our quarterly Parish Leadership Night, Thursday, February 6 at 6:30 . Topics to be covered will include the 2014-2015 Parish budget, our 5-Year Plan, and the Church’s Year of Evangelization. This is an important time to get to know other leaders in our parish and to learn how your group can help further our mission. Please join us!
30 months in the making...
our Centennial Book is here
We
are pleased to announce that the Centennial Book is printed and ready for sale!
This resplendent coffee-table book is rich with history, filled with interesting
and entertaining stories, and laden cover-to-cover with photos of events, buildings
and people—those you know, or wish you knew.
Hardcover, 224 pages, full-color, 9x12" coffee table book. Available after Masses, in the Parish Office and the School Office. $75
Or, order online at www.themadeleine.edu/centennial
This Week’s Checklist
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of Madeleine events coming up this week!
Contributing to the Footnotes
If you have information to contribute to the Friday Footnotes, please e-mail the copy exactly as you would like it to appear in a Word document to: fridayfootnotes@themadeleine.edu. Deadline is Wednesday at 5pm, or Tuesday at 5pm if there is no school on Friday.