March 20, 2015
A Note from Susan
Dear Parents and Guardians,
I hope you are looking forward to a wonderful Spring Break. Whether you are traveling or having a Portland “staycation,” please do your best to rest and relax during the coming week and come back ready to finish the last trimester of school with joy and purpose.
Have a great weekend.
Susan
Five for Friday
The news you need really, really fast!
- Order Jogathon Tshirt - 3/20: Click here
- Deadline: Order Hot Lunch-3/24: Click here
- Tuition Assistance Due - 3/31: Click here
- Kids & Social Media - 4/22: Click here
- YDP Summer Camp Info: Click here
Do It Now: Order Jogathon T-shirt Today
Deadline = TODAY (March 20th)
Every child participating in the 2015 Jogathon will receive a t-shirt to be worn at the event. The Jogathon Chairs are asking parents to complete a brief survey in order to select their child’s shirt size. In the event a size is not selected, we will select one for your child. Please refer to the survey link below. Please complete the survey by Friday, March 20th, which is today!
Click here to complete Jogathon Tshirt size survey.
Mark your calendars for Friday, May 1
May 1st is the big day when students will be running and walking laps for our school! The kick off assembly was held this past Monday. For complete information including how to get started, how to donate, and how to volunteer, please visit our website http://themadeleine.edu/jogathon This will tell you everything you need to know about this year’s exciting event.
Once again, we will have weekly prize incentives for all students to participate. This week’s prize challenge: The first five students who have a pledge entered will receive a prize.
Questions? Please contact the Jogathon Chairs at jogathon@themadeleine.edu
New Sponsorship Opportunity Available
Sponsorships at the $250 level have sold out! We are excited to offer an additional sponsorship opportunity for the 2015 Jogathon.
We have a limited number of spots available for $200 each. Your company logo will be included on the Jogathon website and event banner. Your company name will also be included on every donation receipt which goes out when someone makes a pledge or payment. The spots will be given out on a first come first served basis, so don’t miss your chance!
To purchase your spot or for more information, please email the Jogathon Chairs at:
Thank you for supporting this great event!
Shelby Walker and Kelsi O’Connor
2015 Jogathon Chairs
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April Hot Lunch Order Deadline = March 24th
You know you'll forget to do it over spring break, so sit down now and order hot lunch for April.
Ordering couldn't be easier! Go to www.orderlunches.com and pick the lunches your child wants for the month of April.
New Hot Lunch Options
Parents Club is excited to test out some new healthy lunch options from Freshii on Thursdays in April.
Options will include burritos and rice bowls. You will definitely want to read over the menu description here since these will not fit in the online order form.
Don’t worry! We will continue to offer one pizza and one hot dog lunch during April.
For more information on Freshii visit freshii.com.
Questions or feedback? Contact Tara Hendrickson at tara@hoverkitty.com.
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Tuition Assistance
Deadline = March 31st
If your family would like to apply for financial aid for the coming year, please note that applications are due by March 31 to be eligible for Archdiocesan aid.
Applications are available online by clicking here.
Applications are processed by FACTS Tuition Aid, and allocations are determined by the number of people applying and the available pool of money. If you have any questions about this process, please do not hesitate to give Susan Steele a call.
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Want YDP Summer Camp? Let Us Know!
There has been some interest in extending our summer YDP program a for a few more weeks until August 21st. Ms. Savery is open to the suggestion, but she needs to know FOR SURE that there is enough interest to support the program.
The proposed dates are June 15th through August 21st. We would be closed July 2nd and 3rd for the Fourth of July holiday and July 30th and 31st for the annual Haitian Garage Sale. Otherwise it would be business as usual, 5 days a week, from 8:00 until 6:00.
If you think you would be interested in enrolling your child/children, please give it some attention and take a look at your calendar. Details on weekly themes and activities will be forthcoming. Talk to Ms. Savery for more details and let her know what weeks you might be interested in. A final decision to offer the program will depend on participation.
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Parent Ed Presentation: Children and Social Media
April 22 @ 7pm in Parish Hall
The Madeleine School Parents Club is proud to present Shawn Marshall, from the Children’s Program, on April 22 at 7pm.
His presentation on Kids and Social Media developed from the challenges that many of his clients and their families have experienced while navigating the intricacies of social media. His presentation focuses on educating parents on a variety of social media sites and explores the potential negative impacts on their children. He offers numerous recommendations to support parents, who like their kids, are dealing with the ever-changing social media. He provides up-to-date information and statistics on the impact that social media has on the developing brain including sleep, academics, and physical health.
Shawn Marshall MA, LPC is a licensed professional counselor who has over 20 years of experience working with children and families. He has worked in residential programs, community mental health, consulted with school districts and is currently at the Children’s Program in Portland. He specializes in working with teens and has expertise in depression, anxiety, attention deficit, academic challenges, and oppositional behaviors.
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Fun & Easy Way to Get Volunteer Hours
Do you need to get some volunteer fundraising hours in before the year ends? Mrs. Galash has been trying to get the beautiful artwork of the Madeleine students photographed and uploaded to our new account on Artsonia.com.
We need one or two volunteers to learn how to photograph each class's work and easily upload it to the site. You will only need a few minutes of training- it's very easy. Once we have a good number of collections saved to the site, anyone in our Madeleine community can browse our online Art Museum.
If interested, just stop by the library and let Alison Anderson know.
News from the Art Room
March is Youth Art Month. It also means Spring Break. I hope you and your family find great opportunities to enjoy art in its many forms during your vacation time. If your plans take you somewhere new, consider bringing a sketch book and pencil to your destination and make making art part of the experience.
When you come back, preparation for our Art Show will get under way. Several parents signed up at Back-to-School Night to help, but more are always welcome. Volunteer opportunities include mounting artwork (starting right away) the big Set Up morning on Monday, May 4th, and the Take Down and Sort Into Portfolios day on Friday, May 8th.
Stay tuned for details about a new and very exciting way to show your support the Madeleine Art Program - an on-line forever art gallery is coming soon!
Enjoy your vacation and keep making art!
Mrs. Galash
Successful Fundraising for Outdoor School
Thank you to all those who participated in the Free Dress Day for Outdoor School on St. Patrick's Day!
With your help we raised $437.
Parish Hall & Fireside Room Renovation
Ongoing through April 12
As you may have noticed, the Parish Hall and Fireside Room renovations have begun. Why now, you might ask? This is the lowest period of use for this shared space. In the summer, there are so many events that there is no four week window to do the work.
The renovations will include:
- Painting
- Carpet replacement
- Refinishing the Parish Hall linoleum
- Installing cabinetry in the alcove and atrium area
Anticipated Schedule of Upcoming Work:
- Week of March 23rd (Spring Break): Painting in Parish Hall
- Weeks of March 30th and April 6th: Carpet replacement in Fireside Room and Parish Hall
- Week of April 6th: Reseal linoleum in Parish Hall
Things to know:
- Drop-off and pick-up: Should not be impacted, with the exception of careful ingress and egress while the renovation is taking place.
- Lunch: Will take place in the Commons during the renovation
As with any major home renovation project, timelines are subject to change and flexibility is key. Things may get delayed or changed at last minute, so the patience of everyone involved is greatly appreciated. Be on the lookout for updates in Friday Footnotes as well as email blasts. If you have any questions during the renovation, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.
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Youth Ministry Nights
April 12th @ 7pm
Youth Ministry Nights at The Madeleine take place on the first and third Sundays of the month in the Teen Room upstairs from 7-8:15pm.
Occasionally, we may have a youth outing and switch a Sunday to a Saturday. Check for regular updates in the Friday Footnotes or parish bulletin.
Since the next youth night falls on Easter Sunday, we will meet the following Sunday, April 12th from 7-8:15 pm. We will then return to our regular scheduled Youth Night on Sunday, April 19th. Happy Easter!
If you have questions, please contact Juliana Weis at jweis@themadeleine.edu.
The 6th Grade with a cutout of Pope Francis at the Archdiocesan Youth Vocation Rally at St. Anthony School in Tigard
Fun events you can sign up for today!
Sign up at www.themadeleine.edu/easelitems
Even though the Madeleine Auction was a few months ago, there are still some great event items that you can still sign up for. And as with all Auction purchases, all the proceeds go toward making Catholic education at The Madeleine affordable for our families.
Father-Daughter Disco Dance—April 18 @ 6:30pm
This is your chance to show your daughter how you can Shake Your Groove Thing. Snacks and drinks will be provided for both daughters and dads. Come have fun with your young lady in grades Kindergarten through 5th Grade.
Hosts: Anne & James Thompson, Heather & TJ Matteri, Kari Skedsvold & Bob Workmeister, Fontaine Roberson & Paul Gladyzs
Cost: $45
Other fun-filled events include a Par 3 Golf Tournament, Tour de Madeleine, and Back-to-School Yoga and Brunch. Be sure to check them out!
St. Michael's Lunches
Making a difference, one lunch at a time
The fourth grade brought in 244 well decorated, St. Patrick’s day sack lunches this week. There were lots of four leaf clovers, rainbows and leprechauns waiting for our friends at St. Michaels. A big thank you to the fourth grade who reminded us to celebrate the day in a creative way. I’m sure there were many smiles at lunch this week!
Family Faith Sharing
March 22 ~ Fifth Sunday in Lent ~ John 12:20-33
As part of the Action Plan stemming from the results of this year's Catholic Identity survey results, a weekly faith sharing article is now being included each week in Friday Footnotes.
In today’s Gospel, Jesus talks about resurrection, “I tell you that a grain of wheat that falls on the ground will never be more than one grain unless it dies. But if it dies, it will produce lots of wheat.” These words are at the heart of our Faith. The grain of wheat is Jesus, himself, and it is His death on a cross that produces the “fruit” of everlasting life.
Think about someone that you think is unselfish. How have they made others happy by being unselfishness? What do you tend to “hold on to” rather than follow Jesus? (What do you need “to die to” or “let go of” to better follow Jesus?)
We encourage parents to reflect on these questions at home with their children and family.
Communal Reconciliation is this weekend
Sunday, March 22 • 11:30 am
At your Baptism, God forgave all your sins. Afterward, whenever you fall, God extends an embrace of mercy through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. This year, we’re holding our Lenten Communal Reconciliation on Sunday after Mass in the hope that all parishioners will be able to attend. We will have additional priests available to hear your confessions.
Take time to prepare for Reconciliation by inviting the Holy Spirit to help you examine your conscience. Look to the past and reflect on the wrongs you have done. Look to the present and think of the bad habits you wish to break. Look to the future to see how you wish to grow closer to God and others. Please join us in this celebration of God’s mercy.
Seder Meal Volunteer Opportunity
We need a few good servers and a clean-up crew for the Seder Meal, Tuesday, March 31, in the Fireside Room, beginning at 5:30 pm and finishing by 8:00 pm. A meal is included for the volunteers. If you need a project to earn some volunteer hours, this is an excellent opportunity. Please contact Sr. Sharon at 503-289-7417.
Vacation Bible School....Save the Date!
When: June 22-25 from 9am-12pm
Who: Preschoolers through 6th graders are welcome to attend.
What: Have fun singing, playing outdoor games, doing crafts & service
projects with new & old friends within the theme, "A Biblical Feast."
Where: The Madeleine Church & School
How: Registration forms will be available soon at
nevacationbibleschool.wordpress.com.
**Volunteer** We are looking for volunteer teachers & assistants (18
or older) and youth helpers including musicians (7th grade and older).
We are also looking for an adult to be on the planning committee.
If you would like to help, please contact Evelyn Bian at eybian@gmail.com or 503-319-1854, or Becky Moore at bmoore@themadeleine.edu or 503-281-5777 ext. 27.
Holy Redeemer School Fish Fry
March 20th @ 6pm
Want a night off from cooking? Join Holy Redeemer for their Annual Lenten Fish Fry event tonight from 6PM to 8PM. All proceeds support Holy Redeemer's students and artist in residence program.
Click here to see the flyer with complete details.
St. Mary’s Second Annual Women in Theology Lecture featuring Colleen Carpenter, Ph.D.
April 22nd @ 7:00pm
Please join us for St. Mary’s Second Annual Women in Theology Lecture featuring Colleen Carpenter, Ph.D., who will be speaking about Living on Holy Ground: A Spirituality for Earth Day (And Every Day).
The lecture will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in the Clark Family Auditorium at St. Mary's Academy
Dr. Colleen Carpenter is an Associate Professor of Theology and the Sister Mona Riley Endowed Chair of the Humanities at St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota. She is a published author and holds a doctorate in Religion and Literature from the University of Chicago Divinity School.
The lecture will be followed by a reception with Dr. Carpenter in the St. Mary's Academy Student Commons. Learn more about Dr. Carpenter and purchase tickets, available for $10, on the St. Mary's website.
St. Francis Sherwood 10th Annual Friar Trot
May 16th
The Friar Trot 10k/5k and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk is Saturday, May 16th. Entry is $40 for adults and $15 for the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. Kids 5 and under are free. The event begins on St. Francis campus, takes you through the quaint town of historic Sherwood, through Stella Olson Park and ends with an after party with live music, and refreshments - a fun, family friendly atmosphere! Register at: www.friartrot.com Proceeds support St. Francis School and the St. Francis Food Pantry.
This Week’s Checklist
Click here for a quick, fridge-friendly summary
of Madeleine School events coming up this week!
Calling all instrumentalists!
The Madeleine Chimes Ensemble
The Madeleine Music Ministry is looking for musicians to be part of our new CHIMES ensemble. If you have good rhythm and a basic knowledge of sight-reading, then playing hand chimes is for you. This is a FUN way to share your musical talent with the Madeleine community! Consider making this a family affair – all children (12 and older) and adults are welcome.
Jazz/Praise Band
The Madeleine Music Ministry is looking for instrumentalists to be part of
our Music Ministry team. If you play bass, drums, or guitar (at the intermediate
advanced level), this ministry is for you! Music includes an eclectic mix of
styles – primarily jazz, gospel, and contemporary.
For more information, please contact Maria Manzo, Music Director at the Parish
Office, 503-281-5777.
Download your copy of the bulletin at www.themadeleine.edu/bulletin
Lent is in full swing at The Madeleine. Here are some of the events coming up this week and next.
Stations of the Cross
Fridays, March 20, 27
✟ 6:00 pm
Adoration
Tuesdays, March 24, 31
✟ 1:00–7:00 pm
Bible Study
Mondays ✟ 1:30 & 7:00 pm, Rectory Dining Room
—Join Sister Sharon as she brings the Bible to life!
Communal Reconciliation
Sunday, March 22 ✟ 11:30 am
—Additional priests present to hear your confession.
Passion (Palm) Sunday
March 28–29
✟ Regular weekend Mass times:
5:00 pm Sat;, 8:00 & 10:00 am Sunday
Faith Sharing Groups
Throughout the parish we have small Faith Sharing Groups using the “Sunday by Sunday” program. They meet various evenings. Contact Anthony Ahamefule, aahamefule@themadeleine.edu for details.
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.