October 23, 2015
A Note from Susan
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Next week we have two days with students and then Wednesday through Friday are parent/teacher conferences. I hope you signed up for a conference with your child’s homeroom teacher as well as any specialist (PE, Art, Science, Music, etc.) that you may want to speak to. Click Here to sign up or to make a change. It will be active until Monday, Oct. 26th. If you have a last minute conflict, please call the office and we will notify the teacher in order to reschedule.
This Sunday is Priesthood Sunday. It is a day set aside to celebrate the wonderful men who have dedicated their lives in service to our Church. If you see Fr. Mike this weekend, be sure to thank him and point out anything he could do better. (Just checking to see if you are really reading this!) We are so lucky to have him as our pastor—sort of like our own rock star! Let’s be sure to tell him how much we appreciate his vision, commitment, and hard work for the Madeleine Community.
One last thing….since we have three conference days next week, we will not be publishing the Footnotes on Oct. 30th. However, there may be some Auction reminders, etc. going out via email. Stay tuned.
Since my beloved Colorado Buffaloes are playing the Beavers this weekend, I will close with “Go Buffs!”
Sincerely,
Susan
P.S. Here are a couple of notices regarding the playground and use of The Field of Dreams:
Please, no cleated shoes on the school playground
This should seem quite obvious, but please do not allow your children to play on the playground equipment in front of the school while wearing cleated shoes (soccer shoes, baseball shoes, football shoes, etc).
School Field to be locked at night
Effective immediately, in an effort to be good neighbors and to promote safety on campus, The Madeleine School Field will be locked and inaccessible during nighttime hours. Each evening, a uniformed security officer will clear the field at dusk and lock both gates. The field will be unlocked for use in the morning by assigned parish staff or parishioners.
Five for Friday
The news you need really, really fast!
- Order Hot Lunch by tomorrow, 10/24!: Click here
- CYO Sports Registration: Click here
Auction News from Bollywood
Click
on Ellie on the right or click here to visit our tickets page.
BUY YOUR TICKETS!
Still curious about what we will have up for bid? Do you like adventure? Or would you rather relax? Do you like wine? Or would you rather sip a rare bourbon? Do you like international travel? Or would you rather stay close to home? Well we’ve got all of these covered so you are in luck!
But, you will need a ticket in order to play…so go buy it now.
ONLINE AUCTION SCHEDULE
The Online Auction opens TODAY for viewing only to give you a sneak peak before bidding starts on Monday November 2nd. New items will be added all next week.
Don’t forget the Online Auction is a great way for family and friends involved in the action and help support our school.
Friday October 23 Opens as VIEW ONLY
Monday November 2nd: Bidding Opens
Thursday November 12th: 9pm Bidding Closes
www.themadeleine.edu/bidnow
NIGHT OF AUCTION SCHEDULE Click Here
DINNER MENU & DRINKS Click Here
VOLUNTEER
Still need to get in your volunteer hours, email auction@themadeleine.edu, we have the job for you.
GET READY FOR FUN!!
It’s coming…to start getting into the Bollywood Spirit click here www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPvPUk96vb0
EASEL ITEMS DON'T FORGET TO SIGN UP > Click Here
Lots of great events like the Family Ski Bus:
The easiest way to a super fun day in the snow at Mt. Hood Meadows? The Feb 21 Ski Bus package! $55 per person gives you the chartered luxury bus, discounted lift tickets and rentals, Mountain Shop discounts, delicious lunch, and a no-host BAR in our very own room! Come join your Madeleine friends on the slopes! Have your own equipment? We've gotcha covered with a 15% discount on a basic ski tune-up at The Mountain Shop in NE Portland (for use 11/7 - 11/21).
QUESTIONS
If you have any auction questions please email auction@themadeleine.edu or stop by and talk to us at drop off and pick up on Fridays.
www.facebook.com/TheMadeleineAuction
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Madeleine youth turn out for corn maze!
This past weekend, 36 middle and high school youth from The Madeleine and local parishes turned out for the corn maze on Sauvie Island. A big thank you to all the drivers and chaperones who made this event so successful and fun!
Click here for more information about upcoming youth events, activities, and bi-weekly meetings. Next youth night is Sunday, November 1st!
Youth are encouraged to bring friends and non-Catholics who are open to a faith-based, welcoming community dedicated to serving others and our Lord, Jesus Christ.
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$307.85 raised for St. Vincent de Paul
Today Student Government sponsored a $2 Orange and Black Free Dress Day to benefit St. Vincent de Paul. Thank you to everyone who participated. Together we raised $307.85 to help the hungry in our community. Way to go Madeleine!
Sign up Now for November Hot Lunch!
Deadline = October 24th
It couldn't be easier! Go to www.orderlunches.com where you can review the monthly menu, place your order and make your payment.
If you are a first time user of the system, you will need to register and pick a password. Click here to review registration instructions.
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Counselor Corner:
We have known for some time how to provide intervention and tutoring to help students with academic deficits or learning differences. However, the question remains, how do we help students with cognitive challenges? These challenges can range from memory deficits (short-term, long-term, working memory, etc.), compromised focus and attention, underdeveloped executive functioning skills and slow processing. Many of the training programs I have researched for schools are cumbersome and costly. However, many apps are being developed that may be able to help students improve their cognitive functioning and can work for at home use. Below is a list of some of the more well-known products:
Mind Node
CogniFit
Luminosity
iThoughts
Fit Brains Trainer
Brain Yoga
Eidetic
Attention Exercise
Elevate
Brain Training: Focus
This is by no means an endorsement of any of the above products. Do your own research and let me know if you have success with any of these apps. Carolyn
Art in the Halls
Be sure to check out the art in the halls during conference week for a sneak preview of this Spring's Kids Kreations Art Cards art.
MADELEINE BULLDOGS - CYO SPORTS UPDATE
CYO SWIMMING (K-8th Grade): Registration still open. We would love to have you join. Madeleine swimmers join with All Saints, Archbishop Howard, Cathedral, Holy Cross, Holy Redeemer (PDX), and St. Andrew Nativity under the All Saints team name. Practices are twice a week. We are still looking for amazing coaches to join the team!!
CYO BASKETBALL (3rd-8th Grade): Basketball registration is NOW OPEN. Registration will close November 9. CYO basketball offers league play for 3rd through 8th grade boys & girls with the season beginning November 30th and ending with the Championship Tournament through the second week of March. The season is comprised of a beginning Jamboree tournament on December 5th or 6th, eight regular season Saturday Games commencing on January 2nd, and culminates with THE CITY Championship Basketball Tournament.
CYO HOT SHOTS BASKETBALL (1st & 2nd Grade Coed): Hot Shots registration is open now. Hot Shots is a coed basketball program for 1st & 2nd graders with no weekly practices. There will be a 30 minute practice time held prior to each Saturday game. Season runs with the regular Basketball program. Coaches needed, please contact the Athletic Director if you are interested.
SCHOLARSHIPS: Scholarships are available through CYO. Click here to view and apply for a scholarship. Apply early for a scholarship. Once you have been approved, you will receive a code that will allow you to register. Do not hesitate to apply if you are in need of assistance.
For more information about these or other sports offered, click here.
Coming soon...Madeleine Bulldog Spiritwear! Cheer on your kids in style!
Go Bulldogs!!
Aimee Holzschuh
Madeleine Athletic Director
cyo@themadeleine.edu
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Madeleine Earns $391 in free money!
Help us earn more by registering your Fred Meyer Rewards card
With only 71 families signed up, we know we can earn even more free money, so register your Fred Meyer Rewards card today! Here’s how the program works:
- Sign up for the Community Rewards program by linking your Fred Meyer Rewards Card to The Madeleine School at www.fredmeyer.com/communityrewards.
- You can search for us by our name or by our non-profit number: 86447 Then, every time you shop and use your Rewards Card, you are helping The Madeleine School earn a donation!
- You still earn your Rewards Points, Fuel Points, and Rebates
Sign up Now for YDP During Parent/Teacher Conferences
Deadline to sign up = Monday, October 26th
Where will your children be when school is closed for Parent-Teacher conferences? They could be enjoying Halloween-related fun right here at Madeleine. Sign up now for a spot in Madeleine's YDP program.
The deadline to sign up (or cancel a spot you have reserved) is Monday, October 26th.
Click here for rates and the registration form.
St. Stephen’s Lunch Program
Making a difference one lunch at a time
Thank you to the 3rd Grade for contributing 218 lunches! Many were decorated with stamps and stickers indicating that Halloween will soon be here. Your thoughtful touches were noticed and appreciated.
In the last few weeks I have been asked, “why no condiments?” Volunteers from St. Stephen’s asked specifically for this change because eggs are on the “Big 8” of food allergens. Many lunches were not being accepted because of mayonnaise on the bread. Madeleine School has purchased boxes of individual packets of both mayonnaise and mustard to hand out separately. If you have extra individual packets of either mustard or mayonnaise at home that you would like to donate please do. Just place in a separate plastic bag and we will bring it to the parish.
Thank You Madeleine Families!
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.
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 25 ~ 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ Mark 10:46-52
Jesus was traveling with his disciples and many people. A blind man named Bartimaeus was
sitting and begging on the side of the road and when he heard that Jesus was in the crowd he began to call to him, saying, “Have pity on me.” Although some people told him to be quiet, Bartimaeus kept crying out, and so Jesus stopped and called for him. When Jesus asked what he wanted, Bartimaeus simply said, “Master, I want to see.” Jesus said to him, “Go your way; your faith has saved you.” And Bartimaeus could see immediately.
Have you ever thought about how many blind or sick or injured people were around in Jesus’ day? And that he didn’t run around trying to heal them all. Instead, he healed those who called out to him for help. What does this mean for us today? What do you think Bartimaeus already knew about Jesus before he talked to him? What does Jesus mean when he says ‘your faith has saved you?'
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 25: Valley Catholic High School
- October 25: De La Salle North Catholic
- November 1: St. Mary’s Academy
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
Gonzaga University Concert Choir to perform
Saturday, Oct. 24, 5:00 pm Mass
The Gonzaga University Concert Choir, as part of their annual Portland-area
tour, will participate in our 5:00pm Mass on Saturday, October 24. They
will participate in the liturgy, then will perform a 30-minute program
immediately after Mass.
The Gonzaga Concert Choir is comprised of 67 students from a wide variety
of disciplines, and the ensemble is one of four choral ensembles at Gonzaga
University. It has toured regionally throughout the Pacific Northwest and
to the San Francisco Bay Area, and its subset ensemble, the Chamber Singers,
has performed internationally in China, Austria, Germany, and Colombia.
Help Wanted: Dishwashers and event coordinators
The Madeleine Parish is in need of paid Event Coordinators and Dishwashers to work at events such as auctions, receptions, etc.
Event Coordinators will assist the Events Manager in both preparation for events, and on-site assistance during the event. Must be 21 or older.
Dishwashers must be over 16 and able to help with post-event cleanup and closing of the Parish facilities.
If interested, please contact Jackie Dooris, Events Manager, at jdooris@themadeleine.edu for application.
Remembering our beloved dead
All Souls Day Service of Light, November 2 • Photos • Envelopes
The month of November is traditionally the time in the Catholic Church
when we remember those who have passed, both in the previous year and before.
This year, we have several ways to remember those who have come before
us.
Lux Aeterna, All Souls Day
Service of Light, November 2
All are invited to attend a special Service of Light at 7 pm on All Souls
Day, Monday, November 2, in the church.
This brief service will include the Madeleine Choir and soloists, and will
incorporate music from Requiems by Gabriel Faure, John Rutter and others;
scripture readings, and a reflection. The service will conclude with each
participant lighting votive candles as a sign of remembrance for those
that have died.
Everyone is asked to bring a picture of their deceased loved one anytime
after November 1. All pictures will be displayed in the church throughout
the month of November. Please be sure to mark the back of your picture
with your name so that it can be returned to you.
Photos or Memorial Cards
Also, in November, please bring photos or memorial cards of your deceased
family members and friends to place on the Altar of the Dead during the
month of November. Please make sure all photos are clearly marked on the
back with name and phone number so they can be returned during Advent.
Remembrance Envelopes
In the pews, you’ll find envelopes for remembering people dear to you who have passed away. Please print legibly the names of the deceased whom you would like to be remembered during November.
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.
Saturday, October 31 9 am-12 noon
Please join PDXCatholicTots at the Oregon Zoo on Halloween for Hawloween. Dress your tot in his/her costume and enjoy the special tot events planned for the day. Please meet at 9 am inside the zoo entrance. We hope to see you there!
Congratulations for making it all the way to the end of Friday Footnotes!
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.