Friday, February 21, 2014
A Note from Susan
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Was it just two weeks ago that we were buried in snow? As I look out my office window and see the daffodils popping up, it is hard to remember that snow storm. Spring is just around the corner!
I will be gone for a few days next week to the annual Principals Retreat. Our retreat master is none other than our former Archbishop, John Vlazny. He is such a wonderful priest—very spiritual, yet down to earth with a great sense of humor. I am looking forward to sharing this experience with my fellow Archdiocesan principals.
The one “downer” is that I will be missing our yearly Science Night. If you are new to the school, this is one evening you won’t want to miss. Ms. Yuhas, our science teacher, with the able help of the middle school students, have a fun-packed event planned. The 6th, 7th, and 8th graders will have their science projects on display in the Atrium. The quality of the work is amazing. They also will be organizing activities that the rest of the students can participate in. Who doesn’t love dropping raw eggs from the second floor in a self-designed container or making florescent slime? Be sure to put the event on your calendar…..Thursday night, February 27th at 6:30.
Have a great weekend.
Sincerely,
Susan
Hot Lunch Orders Due!
Submit by Friday, February 28
New offering from Qdoba: Cheese Quesadilla
It’s time to submit your child’s hot lunch order for the remainder of the year.
How it’s done:
- Go to www.hotlunch.hoverkitty.com
- Fill in the fields and select the lunch choices for each child at Madeleine.
- The total due for each child will be calculated for you.
- Write out your check with the total for all your kids with last name in the memo line.
- Turn in your payment with Friday folders or to Angela in the office.
- Do NOT put your payment in the silver mailbox.
Paper order forms are still available in the office if you prefer.
If you have any questions, comments or concerns, please contact Tara Hendrickson, Hot lunch coordinator, at tara@hoverkitty.com.
Thank you for being green!
Science Night is Thursday, February 27!
You’re invited! The Madeleine School proudly presents Science Night 2014 on Thursday from 6:30pm – 8:30pm.
The middle school will be hosting an evening of science challenges and fun for scientists of all ages. Parents and children are invited to play at the bubble station, make their own slime, build science toys, or compete in the egg drop competition and boat races. Middle school students will be also presenting many exciting science demonstrations. All of the 6 – 8th grade science experiments will be on display in the Atrium. See you there!
Madeleine Jogathon 2014: Friday, May 2
Sponsorship Opportunity
We have a few spots still available on the back of our 2014 Jogathon T-shirts. Sponsorships are $250, approximately 3x3 in size, and will represent your company’s name and logo. The shirts will be given out to each child and teacher participating in the Jogathon to be worn on event day.
The spots available will be given out on a first come first served basis, so don’t miss out! To purchase your spot or for more information, please email the Jogathon Chairs at: jogathon@themadeleine.edu.
Please help us in supporting this great event!
2014 Jogathon Chairs,
Shelby Walker and Kelsi O'Connor
Donation Updates
Pennies for the Poor & Free Dress for the Annual Fund
After a delay caused by a jam in the coin counter at the bank, we are happy to announce that our Pennies for the Poor project raised $669 for the Andre Bassette Chapel, which ministers to those in need.
In addition, we are happy to tell you that the students raised $380 on Free Dress Day for the 2014 Annual Fund from which the funds are used for tuition assistance to keep Catholic education affordable for all families at The Madeleine.
Mardi Gras Volunteers Wanted for March 4th
7th & 8th Graders Needed
Madeleine Mardi Gras is Tuesday, March 4th from 7pm-9pm, and we would love to have a big crew of our upper class kids on hand to help with the fun upstairs in the gym. We will need help with activities for the younger kiddos, which will provide a great way to get in service hours!
Parents Needed for Mardi Gras Kids Party
It's a full night of fun for the entire family! The gym will be transformed into a kid-tastic gameland once again, and we need your help with set-up the day of or staffing one of the kids activity areas for one hour the night of the event between 7pm - 9pm. The fun is not just for kids. We had some serious parent participation on the Wii Dance Revolution last year. Come early to help out and practice your moves! Get your volunteer hours since opportunities are running out!
Email Janeen Reilly at janeenreilly13@gmail.com or Kristin Rios at kristinrios@mac.com if you can help.
Earn Money for Madeleine: Register Your Fred Meyer Rewards Card in the Community Rewards Program!
The Madeleine School is now a participating organization in the new Fred Meyer Community Rewards Program. You can help The Madeleine School earn donations just by shopping with your Fred Meyer Rewards Card!
Fred Meyer is donating $2.5 million per year to non-profits in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington, based on where their customers tell them to give. 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, just as you do today.
- If you do not have a Rewards Card, they are available at the Customer Service desk of any Fred Meyer store.
- For more information, please visit www.fredmeyer.com/communityrewards.
Counselor Corner
Keep up on the latest Madeleine News by Following @MadeleineOffice
Be one of the first to know what's going on around Madeleine! Just text ‘follow MadeleineOffice’ to 40404 to receive the tweets as text messages on your phone.
North Parking Lot Gardening Starts in March
We were going to start the Care for Creation Committee’s monthly mornings of gardening this month, but since Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, we are going to start in March. So, put March 15th from 8am-noon (or anywhere in-between) on your calendar for some gardening.
Thanks for volunteering to help make our grounds better! Questions? Contact Sara Allen at seamagoo@hotmail.com.
SAVE THE DATE: First Annual Madeleine Parish and School Golf Tournament!
“Tee it up for Technology” on Saturday, July 19th, 2014
Grab your golfing buddies and start forming your teams. Space is available for 25 teams of four.
Stay tuned for registration details, volunteer committees, and advertising and sponsorship opportunities. For more information contact Brian Grant bgrant@themadeleine.edu or Lynn Robinson, lrobinson@themadeleine.edu
CYO Night at Central Catholic
Free Admission!
Click on the flyer below to check out all the fun.
Madeleine Athletic Director Position Available
The Madeleine Athletic Board is seeking nominations for CYO Athletic Director.
As Athletic Director, you will oversee the Madeleine Athletic Board and manage its chairs ensuring each one successfully runs its individual sports (basketball, swimming, track and field, and volleyball). You and the individual chairs will be responsible for coordinating sign-ups for each season, forming rosters, scheduling practice times, maintaining a budget, as well as working with the CYO office with regards to each season. The Madeleine Athletic Director will schedule and run quarterly meetings. This is a volunteer position.
The outgoing Madeleine Athletic Director will work closely with the new Athletic Director and the existing athletic board ensuring the transition is smooth. To volunteer for this position contact Barry Adams at 971-275-2338 or brandaladams@yahoo.com.
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.
This Week’s Checklist
Click here for a quick,fridge-friendly summary
of Madeleine School events coming up this week!
For
the third and final year, we invite your participation in the Living the Eucharist
small discussion groups during Lent. This program offers dynamic opportunities
for spiritual growth, whether as an adult, a teen or a family.
Each group is led by a parishioner who has been trained to facilitate the Living the Eucharist program.
This year, the groups will:
- Learn about the rituals and symbols of the Mass
- Particiapte mor fully in the sacrament by raying with the Scriptures for the upcoming Sunday in a way that makes them come alive
- Connect more deeply with your faith community and grow in your relationship with Jesus Christ.
Get involved today!
Sign up as a group leader
We are in need of a few more group leaders. The qualifications are simple: have a home that could host 6-10 speople comfortably and the ability to follow the escellent, comprehensive materials. We have facilitator training sessions February 16 from 11:30 am–1 pm and March 3, 7:00–8:30 pm each day
Sign up as a group member
Of course, we are always seeking new group members. We’ll find leaders for
as many members as we have...and we’d love you to join us!
Contact Deacon Tim
If you have questions about becoming a leader or becoming a member, contact Deacon Tim at deacontim@themadelein.edu or contact him by phone at parish office
Music Moves
Praise Choir is ready and waiting for you!
It’s been said that singing is praying twice —and we all need a little extra prayer in our lives! The praise choir is ready and waiting for YOU to join our group. Jump in and help us share a contemporary, spirit filled style of music with the congregation. Whether you have a little experience, or a lot, as Father Mike says, “All are welcome” to participate!
New rehearsal time: Sunday after Mass
If your weeknights are jam-packed with family activities, no need to worry.
As of March 16, our NEW REHEARSAL TIME will be on Sundays, 15 minutes after
the conclusion of 10 am Mass (approximately 11:30 am).
Please contact Praise Choir Director, Becky Moore, with any questions: beckymoore77@gmail.com
or call 217-384-0534.
In This Week's Parish Bulletin
Download yours at www.themadeleine.edu/bulletin
Paid, part-time postions available
The parish is seeking both paid and volunteer for part-time positions, which may be perfect to fit into busy schedules.
Part-Time Custodian—Paid and volunteer positions, daytime and evenings/weekends
Event Staff – Dishwashers, event coordinator, event manager. Both daytime and evening/weekend positions. Paid and volunteer positions available..
Alcohol Servers And Monitors – People willing to be trained and serve and monitor alcohol at various events, volunteer positions
If interested, please contact Kelly Johnson, Business Manager, at kjohnson@themadeleine.edu. All Parish employees must pass a criminal background check.
Adult Religious Education Classes
These classes, originally designed for the parents of our First Eucharist students, are a great way to reconnect with your faith, or to learn more about the Church.
Please join us in the Parish Hall, 9:15 am
- First Class—February 23—We Gather Together/Introductory Rite - Janet S.
- Second Class—March 2—We Listen/Liturgy of the Word - Fr. Mike
- Third Class—March 9—We Give Gifts/Liturgy of the Eucharist - Deacon Mike
- Fourth Class—March 16—We Remember and We Celebrate/Lit. of the Eucharist -Deacon Brian
- Fifth Class—April 6 Jesus is with us always - Deacon Tim
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
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.