October 2, 2015
A Note from Susan
Dear Parents and Guardians,
I am sure you had a sinking heart yesterday when you heard of the horrific events that happened in Roseburg. I just kept thinking… how could this have happened again? Truly I have no answers, but to pray for the families and the Roseburg community.
In light of this tragedy, I wanted to review our Lockdown/Lockout procedure for you, should it become necessary to secure the building. When we have a disturbance in the neighborhood, that is a safe distance from the school, we go into a Lockout. All doors are locked, blinds are drawn, and we monitor the situation through police and emergency personnel. Inside the building students remain in their classrooms, but normal school activity continues. PE classes will be in the gym and recess is inside. Normally no one is allowed to enter or leave the building, subject to police instructions.
If the danger is in the building, or immediately adjacent to our campus, we go into a Lockdown. Again, doors are locked, blinds are drawn, and no one may enter or leave the building. Students remain in their classrooms, but move to a space that is out of visual range of windows and doors and crouch down together. They remain there until Mrs. Rosebrook or I unlock the door to their classroom, following an all clear from any police who would be on site responding to the incident.
We had already planned a drill for this Thursday, so teachers will be talking to the students about the procedure and what the students will be practicing. It would be reassuring for you to have a conversation with your child, too, about this drill. Not to scare him/her, but to explain that we need to practice being safe, just as we do with our monthly fire drills. Thank you for helping us protect your children.
Blessing of the Pets
On another topic, we were able to get Deacon Mike O’Mahoney to preside at our annual Blessing of the Animals next Monday at 3:10. Since Father Mike will be at the Priests Convocation, and we do not have a seminarian in residence, it was a bit uncertain if we would be able to honor St. Francis (and our pets) with this blessing. So be sure to read below for details on bringing your pet to school.
Have a great weekend.
Sincerely,
Susan
Five for Friday
The news you need really, really fast!
- Gift Wrap Sale Ends Monday: Click here
- Blessing of the Animals - 10/5: Click here
- Madeleine on Facebook: Click here
- Kids Kreations News: Click here
- Auction News: Click here
Auction News from Bollywood
FAMILY DONATIONS
Thank you for getting in your donations. The final deadline is October 15th, and the ante has increased to $250.
BUSINESS DONATIONS
There is no deadline for asking for business donations…so KEEP ASKING!
Restaurants ~ Boutiques ~ Massage/Facials
RAFFLE TICKETS
Who wants the opportunity to win tickets to see the Oregon Ducks play WSU on Saturday, Oct. 10?! Sell 5 or more tickets between 10/3 - 10/8 and be entered for a chance to win.
Sign-ups for raffle sales at mass will be posted this afternoon in the front hallway. Dates are limited and are first come, first serve. This is an exciting opportunity for your children to make an all parish announcement.
Week 1: October 10 & 11
Week 2: October 24 & 25
PHOTOS NEEDED FOR AUCTION SLIDE SHOW
We need photos of any school-related events. You have two options for submitting your photos:
- Upload to: https://sendtomycloud.com/MadeleineAuctionSlides2015
(you can upload more than one photo at one time!). This link will also work on mobile phones and tablets. - Email to: auction.slides.2015@gmail.com
TICKETS ON SALE MONDAY OCTOBER 5th!
Start planning your tables now. If you do not know who you want to sit with do not fret, our master table planners will make sure you are with ultra cool people! Sign up early so we can make the best accommodations for you.
Start thinking about your Bollywood attire.
While themed attire is not required, it can be lots of fun. Check out this site for ideas and rentals: www.sarisandthings.com. For a local resource visit: www.sriderindiaimports.com located at 11945 SW Pacific Hwy., #240, Portland, OR 97223 ~ 503-620-8665
If you have any questions, Auction Chairs will be at school on Friday mornings before school and at pick-up. Stop by and have a chat!
LIKE us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMadeleineAuction
Questions on any Auction related subject?
Email to auction@themadeleine.edu
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Gift Wrap Orders Due Monday
Deadline = October 5th
The final weekend of our "flash sale" Gift Wrap fundraiser is here! All order forms must be returned to the kids' classrooms on Monday, October 5th so Parents Club can arrange delivery by Thanksgiving.
Please make sure all checks are payable to The Madeleine School and accompany the order forms when you turn them in. If your child needs an extra order form for his/her final sales push, you can grab one today during pickup from the front office. Online orders will also be accepted through Monday at www.innisbrook.com/user/159595.
Thanks again for your Gift Wrap efforts these past two weeks. If you have any questions, please email Jonas Allen at jonas_m_allen@hotmail.com.
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Middle School Youth Ministry
When: Sunday, Oct. 4
Where: The Madeleine Parish Hall/Teen Room
Time: 7:00-8:15 pm
Both high school and middle school students can sign up at Youth Night for the Haunted Corn Maize on Sauvie Island. We will depart from the Parish Hall at 6pm on Saturday, October 17th. Drivers/chaperones are needed for this event. Please contact Juliana at jweis@themadeleine.edu to volunteer.
Please note that Youth Night will not be on the following Sunday due to the Maize outing.
Blessing of the Animals
Monday, October 5th at 3:10pm
Bring your pet(s) or a picture of your pet(s) for a blessing as part of Madeleine School's celebration of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi!
We will gather at the turn around driveway (in between the rectory and the gym entrance) at 3:10pm.
To ensure the safety of everyone gathered, as well as the safety of everyone’s pets, dogs need to be on leashes and other pets should be brought using appropriate means (cages, travel carriers etc.). Dogs that do not enjoy the company of other dogs should be left at home.
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Looking for Kids Kreation Cards This Fall?
Make a note that sales have been moved to the spring. Please plan accordingly for special holiday gifts and cards this year.
A new online ordering system will be available in the spring with cards delivered in classrooms in time for Mother’s Day gifts.
If you are looking for your child's art for a holiday gift this year, check out the new online art gallery set up by Madeleine’s fabulous art teacher, Ida Galash. Simply go to www.artsonia.com and search for “Madeleine.”
Students who were enrolled last year have at least one piece published. Once you find your child’s artwork, you can transform it into treasures. Click on the “Gift Shop” tab to see what dozens of items will look like with their artwork on them. From phone cases to cutting boards, T shirts to journals, there are a lot of choices. As a wonderful bonus, our school receives 20% from everything you order.
Wish more of your child's art was available on Artsonia? We are still building our Artsonia Gallery and are actively seeking volunteers to photograph and upload student work. If you would like to be a part of this exciting new adventure, please email Ida Galash at igalash@themadeleine.edu. Training takes less than five minutes and much of the work could be done from home.
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St. Stephen’s Lunch Program
Making a difference one lunch at a time
The 5th Grade class brought in 226 nutritious lunches this week. The sandwiches were passed out by volunteers from St. Stephen’s Church at Pioneer Square Wednesday night, which is a time and place where many of Portland’s homeless youth gather. Everyone at St. Stephen’s was overwhelmed with your generosity. Thank you for all your hard work, 5th grade families, you’re making a big difference.
Please note a few new tips for the lunches you make:
- Simple sandwiches with plain bread, meat and cheese. PB&J is also okay.
- No mustard or mayo!
- Lunches should also include chips and a cookie or piece of fruit.
- Contrary to what you may have heard, there is no limit to the number of lunches you may bring in.
Check Out Mimi's Poem in the Poetry Box
Located on 24th near the Rose Garden and Gym Door
Our first student-written poem of the new school year is now featured in our Poetry Box. Mimi B. in 5th grade wrote and illustrated this poem inspired by one of the pieces of art currently displayed in the art hallway.
An Annual Tradition: 6th Graders On Their Way To Outdoor School
Check Out Madeleine's New Facebook Page
Please join The Madeleine School at our new page on Facebook! We’ll be sharing event info and reminders, school announcements, fun photos, contest information and more!
When you actively support the school on social media with a ‘Like’ and by sharing our posts you help spread the word about our incredible education program, our fundraisers, and our community involvement. Add The Madeleine School to your Facebook feed and stay tuned!
Like and follow The Madeleine School by clicking here.
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Parent-Teacher Online Conference Sign-ups
You can sign up for your conferences by clicking here. Please contact Alison Anderson at aanderson@themadeleine.edu if you have any questions.
Walk to School Day
October 7th
Celebrate Walk (or bike, or scoot…) to School Day on October 7th, rain or shine! Make sure you wear your helmets and bring your locks.
Your Amazon Purchases Can Benefit The Madeleine School!
This fall as you shop for Halloween costumes and decorations, birthdays, and Prime memberships, please continue using the Madeleine's Amazon link.
It doesn't cost you a single cent more, and the School earns "free money" each time you buy using the links on http://www.themadeleine.edu/amazon.
Family Faith Sharing
October 4 ~ 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ Mark 10:2-16
In order to test Jesus, the Pharisees ask him whether it is lawful for a man and woman to get a divorce. Jesus answers by asking them a question, “What did Moses command you?” They reply that Moses permitted it. Then Jesus explains how the law Moses gave was in fact necessary, but that it was not the way God had first intended things to be. He reminds them of the creation story, and that because the man and woman become ‘one flesh’ they must not separate. The townspeople are bringing their children to Jesus so he can bless them, and the disciples try to stop them. Jesus says, “Let the children come to me.” He says the Kingdom of God belongs to those who are childlike, and only those who accept the Kingdom as a child does will be able to enter it. The disciples must have been sad to hear Jesus speak about divorce. God created us to be perfect, but because of sin we go through all kinds of struggles in our lives. Out of love, God forgives us and continues to call us to himself.
How can you show God’s love to someone who is suffering because of divorce? How do you think Jesus felt to have all the children gathered around him? What does it mean for a grownup to be ‘childlike’?
Catholic High School Open House Dates
The Portland area Catholic high schools each will host an Open House for prospective students and their families. The time for each Open House is 1:00 – 4:00pm and they will be held on the following dates:
- October 4: La Salle Catholic College Prep
- October 11: Jesuit High School
- October 18: Central Catholic High School
- October 25: Valley Catholic High School
- October 25: De La Salle North Catholic
- November 1: St. Mary’s Academy
Future Falcon Night at La Salle
Click the link below to learn more about this fun-filled event!
Girls' Volleyball on October 12th: RSVP by October 9th
This Week’s Checklist
Click here for a quick, fridge-friendly summary of Madeleine School events coming up this week!
Download your copy of the bulletin at www.themadeleine.edu/bulletin
Parish Picnic next Sunday
Join us for fun, fellowship and food...and all for free! Our annual Parish Picnic is Sunday, October 11, after 10:00 am Mass. There will be food for all and activities for kids of all ages!
It’s going to be a great event, and will be even better with your help!
Desserts. All the rest of the food is provided, but please bring desserts
to share. This is always a highlight of the Picnic!
Volunteers. We always need volunteers to help with setup, cleanup and more!
Specifically, we need help with:
- Prep on Saturday, 10:00 am
- Set up Sunday, 8:00 am
- Kitchen Sunday, 8:00 am
- Kitchen-throughout event
- Kids area
- Clean up
Contact Janeen Reilly Allred, janeenreilly13@gmail.com.
PDXCatholicTots Events
PDXCatholicTots is a group dedicated to families with children younger
than school age. For information, contact Ann Hart, ahart@themadeleine.edu.
Facebook group: PDXCatholicTots.
Wednesday, October 21 6-9pm
PDXCatholicTots Mom’s Night Out: Take a night off from the kids. Please join us at the Blackbird Wine Bar for wine and cheese.
Registration for Sacraments is open
Registration for First Reconciliation/First Eucharist and Confirmation is now open! Classes begin in JANUARY 2016
The First Reconciliation/First Eucharist program at The Madeleine is open
to all parish children who are at least seven years of age (second grade).
Confirmation is open to all parish teens fourteen years of age or older
(freshman in high school).
This year, BOTH programs will begin on January 10, 2016. This is a change
from previous years.
A complete class schedule and class registration form are available on
our web site: themadeleine.edu/faithformation
Contact Becky Moore with any questions: bmoore@themadeleine.edu or 503-281-5777
ext. 27.
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