April 10, 2015
A Note from Susan
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Susan is soaking up some sunshine in Florida (aka attending a conference), so I am filling in as her guest columnist.
I know if she was here she would want to draw your attention to some really fun events coming up at school, so without further ado . . . grab your calendar and make sure these events are on it!
April 14: Take a night off from cooking by attending our Dining Night Out at McMenamins on Broadway from 5pm - close. They will donate 50% of sales to The Madeleine School's Outdoor School Fund.
April 19: Celebrate Earth Day by recycling your e-waste right here at Madeleine from 9am - 1pm in the circular driveway. Details below.
April 22: The Madeleine School Parents Club is proud to present Shawn Marshall, from the Children’s Program, at 7pm. His presentation on Kids and Social Media focuses on educating parents on a variety of social media sites and provides up-to-date information and statistics on the impact that social media has on the developing brain including sleep, academics, and physical health.
April 23: The Grandparents and Special Persons Tea is set to start at 12:45pm. Look for the invitation below as well as in your Friday Folder.
Have a great weekend.
Sincerely,
Caryn Fiedler
(on behalf of Susan)
Five for Friday
The news you need really, really fast!
- Dining Night Out - 4/14: Click here
- Kids & Social Media - 4/22: Click here
- Grandparents Tea - 4/23: Click here
- Safety Committee Recruiting: Click here
- Jogathon Volunteers Needed: Click here
Take a Night Off from Cooking!
McMenamins on Broadway supports The Madeleine School Outdoor Program: April 14th @ 5pm
Make plans now to take a night off from cooking on Tuesday, April 14, when McMenamins on Broadway will donate 50% of all sales, from 5 pm to Close, to The Madeleine School's Outdoor School Fund.
Outdoor School allows our 6th Grade students to study the natural sciences and conservation while building friendships at a week long overnight camp.
Please plan on dining out with family and friends at McMenamins on Broadway and help defray the $245 per student cost. Thank you for your support!
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Jogathon Website - themadeleine.edu/jogathon
Jogathon Volunteers Needed!
The big day is Friday, May 1st, and it takes a variety of volunteers to help with the Jogathon including set-up, talliers, clean up, and data entry. To sign-up, please visit our website: http://www.themadeleine.edu/jogathon/volunteer.html
Week 2 Jogathon Prize Winners
A shout out to the following prize winners who got a new pledge this week:
Jack C. (Kindergarten) ~ Stella R. (1st) ~ Eli K. (1st) ~ Ryan H. (5th) ~
Claire K. (5th) ~ Sara H. (7th)
This week’s prize incentive: Anyone receiving $25 in paid pledges will be entered into a prize drawing (up to 15 winners). To make a donation, please visit our website: http://themadeleine.edu/jogathon.
Thank you for supporting this great event! If you have any questions, please email us at jogathon@themadeleine.edu.
Shelby Walker and Kelsi O’Connor
2015 Jogathon Chairs
Sponsor Spotlight: Steve and Kate's Camp
In the weeks leading up to the Jogathon, we will be highlighting some of our generous sponsors who are supporting our Jogathon. This week, we are thanking Steve and Kate’s Camp for donating some of our great prizes this year.
Their camp conforms to kids, not the other way around. Instead of a rigid structure, they give campers choice. Instead of teaching kids the typical way, they give them tools and gentle guidance to help the kids become autodidacts, people who teach themselves. The difference is subtle–and it’s profound. There are a gazillion ways for kids to design a day at camp. One camper might dive into breadmaking and animation while another flies down a water slide and scores a goal in our inflatable soccer stadium. It’s up to them.
Steve and Kate's Camp doesn’t expect you to know when or what time you can get your troops to camp. That’s why their policy is as flexible as you need it to be. You can buy a whole summer membership or you can purchase as many day passes as you want and use them whenever. Didn’t use them? No sweat. They’ll give you a full refund for unused passes. And best of all, you don’t even have to tell them when you’re coming. Ta-da. Camp just got easier.
Interested in supporting our sponsor? Steve and Kate's Camp, which was founded in 1980, serves grades Pre-K through 7th. Register at www.steveandkate.com or call (503) 828-3042 ext 151.
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Youth Ministry Nights
April 12th @ 7pm in the Teen Room
Join us for fellowship, fun and dessert! Pizza will be provided for students who have play rehearsals. Bring $5 and come to the Teen Room upstairs by 6:35pm since the Parish Hall will still be under renovation.
Please RSVP to Juliana on Sunday by noon for pizza at jweis@themadeleine.edu.
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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Grandparents' and Special Persons Tea
Thursday, April 23rd @ 12:45pm
The Grandparents and Special Persons Tea is set for Thursday, April 23rd starting at 12:45pm.
This year, the Book Fair will be open for grandparents who want to choose a couple of books for their grandchildren. We are looking forward to a fun afternoon with our Grandparents and Special Guests!!!
Click here for an invitation students can share with their grandparents.
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Three Ways to Get Volunteer Hours
Do you need some volunteer hours before the year ends? Here are three options for you:
1) Volunteer at the Book Fair anytime from April 19th-23rd. If you are interested in working at the Book Fair, please contact Cheri Krebs at krebs.cheri@gmail.com. To make things even easier, you can bring your children to your shift. Come join us!
2) Help with the creation of our online Art Museum by photographing each class's artwork and uploading it to our new account on Artsonia.com. You will only need a few minutes of training- it's very easy. Contact Alison Anderson at aanderson@themadeleine.edu to volunteer.
3) Volunteer from home by mounting artwork for our upcoming Art Show. Contact Mrs. Galash at igalash@themadeleine.edu to volunteer.
Tired of packing lunch? Sign up for Hot Lunch @ Madeleine!
Sign-ups = April 12 - 24
Go to www.orderlunches.com and pick the lunches your child wants for the month of May.
Madeleine Safety & Security Committee Seeks New Members & Volunteers
Opportunity #1: Committee Membership
Are you interested in safety and security issues at The Madeleine? Then, we need you! The Madeleine Safety & Security Committee has multiple positions (3-year terms) available. Time commitment is only one evening meeting per month. If you think this committee is for you, click here for a brief application and return it to the school office by May 1, 2015.
If you have any questions about the Safety & Security Committee, please send an email to Safety@themadeleine.edu or contact one of the Safety & Security Committee members: Caryn Fiedler (Chair), Kami Beaulieu, James Dolan, Steve Karolyi, Paul Ketcham, Dan LaGrande, Angela Rosebrook, Juliana Weis, Ann Dolan (Pastoral Council liaison).
Opportunity #2: Volunteers Needed for Madeleine's Disaster Planning Process (3 month commitment)
The Madeleine Safety & Security Committee is beginning work on a comprehensive plan to safeguard everyone in our parish community in the event of natural disasters or human-caused threats.
The first step requires skills and background that you may have to help us assess the current state of security and readiness in all parish and school facilities, and recommend improvements where needed.
Please consider volunteering if you have these skills and experience:
Law enforcement, fire fighters, EMTs ~ Architects, project managers ~ Structural engineers, building contractors ~ All trades, i.e., carpenters, plumbers, electricians, HVAC, etc. ~ IT, computer hardware & software ~ Data security, finance, legal ~ Physicians, nurses, medical technicians ~ Spiritual & mental health counselors ~ Communications & outreach
Click here to read the flyer with complete details
Please volunteer by contacting the Safety & Security Committee at: Safety@themadeleine.edu.
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Art in the Garden
Second grade practiced their powers of observation and honed their sketching skills in the Madeleine Garden and Wildlife Habitat. These young artists really became immersed in their work!
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 second grade brought in 177 beautifully decorated lunches this week. Thank you so much for the wonderful sandwiches and treats you pack into each lunch. Parents, please remember that our friends at St. Michael’s have BIG appetites and the lunches you prepare are often the only meal they will have that day. Please think big portions, not small meals like the ones you pack for your small fries! Thanks so much for all your help.
Sunday, April 19th • 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Madeleine Church • 3123 NE 24th Ave • Portland
E-Waste items we will be Accepting:
Computers • Laptops • Monitors (CRT, LCD) • Printers / Scanners • Fax /
Copy • Ink Cartridges • Keyboards / Mice • Servers /Routers / Hubs • Network-ing
Devices • Communications Equipment • Misc. Office Machines • Televisions
• VCRs, DVD play-ers • Stereos & Audio Components • Cell phones • PDAs
• Handheld Games • Cameras • Tele-phones • Misc. Electronics • Washers/Dryers
• Ovens/Stoves
We will also be Accepting:
Athletic Shoes • Fluorescent Lights (Residential Only) • Household Batteries • Block Styrofoam
We are not able to Accept:
Microwaves • Refrigerators • VHS tapes • Fluorescent lights and batteries
from businesses • Non - block Styrofoam (packing peanuts and food containers)
** Donations Appreciated **
Donation will be put toward environmental projects at the Madeleine School
and Parish grounds.
THANK YOU to our partners and sponsors!
Family Faith Sharing
April 12 ~ Second Sunday of Easter ~ John 20:19-31
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.
Today’s Gospel tells of the Risen Lord’s appearance to the disciples. Jesus’ disciples were confused and afraid as they gathered together. Jesus came to the place where they were and said, “Peace be with you” and showed them his hands and side. Thomas, who was not there that day, did not believe the others until Jesus appeared again and showed him his hands and side.
How do you think the disciples felt when they saw Jesus? How would you feel if Jesus appeared to you today? Do you sometimes have difficulty believing something that you have not seen for yourself? Give an example.
We encourage parents to reflect on these questions at home with their children and family.
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.
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.
Neighborhood Volunteer Opportunity
Have a good time volunteering as a House Tour Guide at the 33rd annual Irvington Home Tour, scheduled for Sunday, May 17th.
Sign up with a friend for a three hour morning or afternoon shift by contacting Kay Mosby (volunteer@irvingtonhometour.com), and you will get to see the other 6 homes on the tour for free, a $25.00 value per ticket.
The Irvington Community Association uses the proceeds from The Home Tour to support and fund grants to local non-profits, schools, beautification projects, neighborhood events and preservation of the qualities inherent in the Historic Irvington community.
Click here to see the flyer with details
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
Join us as we celebrate Divine Mercy Sunday with the Divine Mercy Chaplet
at 3:00 Sunday in the Church. More information in the bulletin
Habitat for Humanity
• Volunteers needed April 15 & 18
• Hopebuilder Breakfast April 29
If you are still hesitant about joining other volunteers from The Madeleine who are helping to build a new home for the Sebastian-Pascual family, here’s an opportunity to learn more about the Habitat for Humanity and its building projects.
The annual Portland Habitat Hopebuilder breakfast is Wednesday, April 29 at 7:30 am at the Oregon Convention Center. This is Habitat’s largest fundraiser of the year. Guests enjoy a free breakfast during this interesting one-hour program that includes an update on Habitat’s involvement in the Portland Metro area, and testimonials from a family on their way to homeownership. They do pass the hat and make it easy for folks to contribute. If you’re interested contact Madeleine’s Habitat Co-Chair Jim Laubenthal, at 503-287-9144 or laubenthaljim@gmail.com and he’ll reserve a spot for you at the breakfast.
Also, volunteers are still needed for the Madeleine’s two remaining building dates this month: eight are needed for Wednesday April 15th, and one or two more for Saturday April 18th. Please contact Madeleine’s Volunteer Coordinators Susan and Mark Miller at 503-708-7395 or hoosiersusan2@gmail.com.
Finally, Susan and Mark are still are looking for additional photographers to capture the progress of this inter-faith build. They have other people so it would be a shared duty.
And thanks again to all Madeleine volunteers for their dedication and work on this home-building project!
Our Children’s Ministries Are Growing!
Have you noticed all the new families in the pews around you? What a blessing to see our parish grow! Our outreach to these families is expanding. Becky is looking for ministers to serve in the following roles:
1) Baptism Outreach - Develop and implement a program to support those who have received the Sacrament of Baptism.
2) Children’s Liturgy of the Word Coordinator - Assist with our CLW catechists’ needs such as scheduling, lesson and activity planning, developing and supplementing curriculum.
3) Assistant Leaders for Parents of Babies/Toddlers Playgroup - Help get this group off the ground! Assist with a variety of activities needed to start up a support playgroup for new parents.
Each role requires a commitment of 2-3 hours per week and can be done
mostly from your home. Feeling called to minister in this way? Please contact
Becky! Men and women of all ages are welcome! bmoore@themadeleine.edu or
503-281-5777 x27.
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