April 17, 2015
A Note from Susan
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Mrs. Schneider, Mrs. Myers and I had a wonderful trip to the National Catholic Education Association conference in Orlando, Florida last week. It is so energizing to meet with so many Catholic teachers and administrators from across the United States and beyond. I had an interesting conversation with a teacher from Belize and one of the best sessions I attended was put on by a team of “Parent Educators” from Australia. We were quite fortunate that this year most of our expenses were covered by our participation in the federal government’s Title II program that is administered by Portland Public Schools. Many of our Portland area schools took advantage of this opportunity and so we saw many Oregon colleagues at the conference. Next year the conference is in San Diego. I am keeping my fingers crossed that PPS will make this available to us again. It is exciting to get away, but it is also great to be back home.
We have decided to go forward with offering our Madeleine School Summer Camps through August 21st this year. Ms. Savery is putting together a program of the weekly themed camps and costs. The brochure should be ready next week. Gaila and her crew do a wonderful job of keeping the kids busy during the summer months. Please look over the offerings to see if The Madeleine Summer Camps should be a part of your summer plans.
Have a great weekend.
Sincerely,
Susan
Five for Friday
The news you need really, really fast!
- E-Waste Recycling Event - 4/19: Click here
- Kids & Social Media - 4/22: Click here
- Grandparents Tea - 4/23: Click here
- Hot Lunch Order Deadline-4/24: Click here
- Book Fair Is Here: Click here
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
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Jogathon Website - themadeleine.edu/jogathon
Jogathon Volunteers Still Needed!
The big day is Friday, May 1st, and volunteers are still needed to help with day of event activities, especially talliers. To sign-up, please visit our website: http://www.themadeleine.edu/jogathon/volunteer.html
Get Your Pledges In
The Jogathon is just 2 weeks away! As most of you know, the Jogathon is the second largest fundraiser for the school. The money raised goes directly to the overall operation budget. Each student is asked to obtain a minimum of $150.00 in total sponsors, which will help us reach our school’s goal of $35,000! We have a wide range of fantastic prizes this year! A week of summer camp at Steve & Kate’s and Fit Bits will be awarded to our top fundraisers depending on the age group. Plus, any student who raises at least $150 will have their name entered into a random drawing to win a $250 gift certificate to a local bike shop or 3 days of summer camp at Steve & Kate’s. Other great prizes include a party for 30 of your friends at VoiceBox, and field time at Rose City Futsal. To make a donation, visit our website: http://www.themadeleine.edu/jogathon.
Money Jump Reminder
The Money Jump will be held on Tuesday, April 21. To be eligible, students must have their pledges entered by Friday, April 17 (today). http://www.themadeleine.edu/jogathon/prizes.html
Next Week’s Challenge
Anyone who has 2 pledges or $100 entered by Saturday, April 25 will be eligible for the prize drawing.
Blazer Ticket Winners
Tamsin M. (K) ~ Lucy M. (K) ~ Emma T. (K) ~ Lana M. (1) ~ Alex T. (1) ~ Jonah B. (2) ~ Daniel C. (2) ~ Tessa M. (2) ~ Isabel M. (2) ~ Henry M. (2) ~ Karson W. (3) ~ Charlie B. (4) 5th grade: Ellie M. (5) ~ Tessa N. (5) ~ Ava M. (5) ~ Peyton W. (5) ~ Jackson C. (8)
Sponsor Spotlight
Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting the Jogathon. Each week we are spotlighting a few of our generous sponsors. Please click on their logos if you would like to learn more about them.
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
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The Spring Book Fair is here!
April 19th - 23rd
The Book Fair will open after 10:00am mass on Sunday and will be open after school each day Monday-Thursday. New this year...the fair will be open on Grandparents Day in the fireside room. Bring Grandma and Grandpa or your special person on Thursday and find some new books to love.
On Tuesday we will also have a $2 free dress day where all the proceeds will go to purchase books to benefit the Portland Childrens Book Bank.
Each purchase at the Book Fair benefits our school with the ability to purchase new books for the library and classrooms.
You can also shop our online fair through April 25th by clicking here.
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McMenamins Family and Friends Night Earns $2211
Thank you all for supporting this excellent fundraiser, which raised $2211 for the 6th grade Outdoor School Program!
The manager said it was a good turnout and a great crowd (of course!). This fundraiser, in addition to the Free Dress Day and Lemonade Stand at Science Night, helped decrease the cost of Outdoor School by $110 per student. On behalf of all of the 6th Grade Parents, THANK YOU! We are blessed to part of such a generous community!
Youth Night
April 19th @ 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 Parish Hall by 6:50pm. We will start promptly at 7pm upstairs in the Teen Room. Please RSVP to Juliana on Sunday by noon for pizza at jweis@themadeleine.edu.
***Upcoming Youth Outing! Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 2nd for laser tag at Laserport in Beaverton. We will depart from the Parish Hall at 7pm and return by 10:30pm. Cost is $20 per person for 2 games of laser tag, pizza, and soda. Arcade games not included. Bring a friend and RSVP by Sunday, April 26th to Juliana for a limited seat in the Madeleine van. Don't miss out!
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: Please RSVP!
Deadline to RSVP = April 17th
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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Spirit Week is almost here
Monday, April 27th - Friday, May 1st
During the week of April 27th, Student Government will be organizing our annual Spirit Week. Each day, students are invited to dress up in a different way to boost school spirit for everyone. Here are the Spirit Week events:
- Monday, April 27th: Pledges and PJs Day - wear pajamas to school and remember to get your final pledges in for the Jogathon!
- Tuesday, April 28th: Looking into the Future - dress up as a person who has your future career / dream job
- Wednesday, April 29th: Blast to the Past with your Class - each class will choose a different decade and kids may come to school dressed in the style of the decade
- Thursday, April 30th: Dress your Best - dress up in your fancy clothes for Mass
- Friday, May 1st: Ready to Run - wear sportswear (jerseys, shorts, t-shirts, etc.) and get ready to get those laps in at the Jogathon
A reminder that though this week is meant to be fun, it does NOT mean you can just come to school in free dress. You have to wear what it selected for that day, or else just wear your uniform.
Thank you and have fun!
Student Government
Help Wanted: Parents Club Executive 
Committee
Only a few positions remain on the 2015-16 Madeleine Parents' Club Executive Committee, and we're looking for a few energetic souls to join the team!
The Parents' Club has two primary goals: managing the various fundraisers that help keep our tuition as low as possible, and building a sense of community among the great families here at The Madeleine.
If you're able to contribute, or if you'd like to recommend someone, we'd love to hear from you about filling one of these four remaining positions:
Vice President: Works alongside the President to support other Executive Committee members and coordinate the back-to-school BBQ. Note: The VP has a Golden Ticket to the President's chair the following year -- this isn't a one-and-done appearance.
Secretary: Records and distributes notes from the monthly Parents' Club meetings.
Hot Lunch Coordinator: Coordinates all Parents' Club Hot Lunch Thursdays, works with outside vendors (Freshii, Subway, etc.), and recruits and appoints hot lunch Lead Supervisors.
Fundraising Coordinator: A brand-new Parents' Club position, this person is charged with identifying, vetting and coordinating solicitations for "Dining For Dollars" dinners out, as well as other new fundraising opportunities as they arise.
If you're interested in any of these positions or know someone who might be a good fit, Parents' Club wants to hear from you! Please email next year's President, Jonas Allen, at jonas_m_allen@hotmail.com with any questions, recommendations, or to express your own interest in joining the team. Operators are standing by.
School Advisory Council (SAC) Nominations
Due Friday, May 22
Are you interested in helping to shape the direction of our school? Then, we need you! The Madeleine School Advisory Council has three positions (3-year terms) that need to be filled.
If you want to talk to a current SAC member to get a better idea of what you might be getting into, feel free to contact any of the members: Lee Fiedler (Chair), Andy Boots, Julie Doherty, Jim Jones, Armando Luna, Heather Matteri, Meg Scharle, Anne Steiner, Anne Thompson.
Download the nomination form here, and return it to the office by Friday, May 22nd.
Volunteer Hours from Home!
Do you need some volunteer hours before the year ends? Here's an option for you:
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!
Deadline = April 24
Go to www.orderlunches.com and pick the lunches your child wants for the month of May.
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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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Go Madeleine!
Fourth grade girls won first place in the shuttle race at last week's track meet.
Bake Sale: Monday April 27th!
Location: outside if weather permits, otherwise in the atrium
Proceeds will support Medical Teams International’s efforts to provide safe and running water to communities of need.
During Holy Week, the seventh grade class took a field trip to Medical Teams International’s Real Life Exhibit. On the field trip they learned about real life hardships that many people in the world face, and it helped the class understand the world in a different perspective. The Real Life Exhibit shows viewers what life is like for families living in poverty and affected by natural disasters. For example, the exhibit shows a little boy in Uganda carrying a Jerry, or five gallon jug of water. Little boys and girls walk many miles every day to transport water to their family. As a result, they were not able to get an education, and fetching water runs the risk of getting kidnapped or assaulted. The 7th grade students were deeply moved by what they learned and feel the need to do something to help improve the lives of others through this bake sale.
Please help the 7th grade in supporting Medical Teams International by:
- Purchasing items in the bake sale- after school on April 27th.
- Baking an item to be sold- drop off before school on April 27th.
In the coming week, please take a few minutes to look at the display in the Garden Room, that the 7th grade created. It is to help students and families understand how these proceeds will help other people.
Thank you for your support!
Fun events you can sign up for today!
Sign up at www.themadeleine.edu/easel-items
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.
PAR 3 GOLF TOURNAMENT - May 16th @ 2pm
Only 9 spots remaining for this popular event!
Come on all you golfers! Show us what you’ve got! Whether you play all the time or they need some dusting off, get out your golf clubs and join us for a fun day on the 9 hole Mason Course at Columbia Edgewater Country Club.
It will be a shotgun start with the “10th hole” being a putting competition on the putting green. A golf pro will be on site to give you tips...you know you need them. A party at the Schneider’s house will follow, whether you feel like celebrating or throwing your clubs.
Location: Columbia Edgewater Country Club – 2220 NE Marine Dr.
Hosts: Sarah Hayes & Jake Johnson, Tasha & Jason McDonald, Diane & Steve Schneider, Jen & Amir Tadjedin, Shelby & Josh Walker
Cost: $60
Purchase your ticket today at www.themadeleine.edu/easel-items!
Other fun-filled events include 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
A big thank you goes out to the first grade for bringing in 159 lunches this week. On a cold, wet Tuesday there many folks lined up waiting for the kitchen to open. The first grade did a great job packing big lunches this week and it is very appreciated by our friends at St. Michael’s.
Special Visitor to 4th Grade
On Thursday, April 2, the 4th grade class had a visit from Kerry Tymchuk, the director of the Oregon History Museum.
This visit was a direct result of the persuasive letters the students wrote to the Statuary Hall Commission. Mr. Tymchuk told us that other people communicated with the Commission, but they liked the video and letters from our 4th graders the best. Congratulations, 4th Graders!
He brought some artifacts to share and had a very difficult time stumping the 4th graders with state symbols. He finally asked what the state shell was, and no one could come up with The Hairy Triton. He was quite impressed with their knowledge of the state symbols.
Family Faith Sharing
April 19 ~ Third Sunday of Easter ~ Luke 24:35-48
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 appears among the disciples and says, “Peace be to you.” But the Apostles feel anything but peace in this moment! They are frightened out of their wits because they think Jesus is a ghost. Only after Jesus shows the Apostles the nail marks in his feet and hands, and eats some of their food do they believe Jesus is truly risen. Jesus explains that from now on, they are called to testify to his life, death and resurrection, so that all people, everywhere, might believe, repent their sins and be saved.
Think of an experience that brought peace to your life in the midst of a difficult time. Describe it. Where is the “mission field” Jesus has sent you?
We encourage parents to reflect on these questions at home with their children and family.
Jesuit High School Summer Session
June 15 – July 17
We offer a number of classes that may be helpful for middle school and high school students. This year, we are offering courses such as Study Skills, Reading for Speed and Comprehension, Intro to Algebra, Basic Algebra, Algebra I, Drama, and English as well as iPad Basics, Clay Sculpture and other electives.
The catalog is viewable at www.jesuitportland.org/summersession. Registration for Jesuit students begins April 20 and for non-Jesuit students on May 4.
Click here for complete registration information.
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
First Eucharist—
10:00 am Mass on Sunday, April 26
This year’s First Eucharist Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, April 26 at our 10:00 am Mass.
With 38 children receiving the sacrament at this Mass, it will be very well attended and longer than usual. Of course, all are encouraged to celebrate First Eucharist with our children and families, and the reception afterward.
However, if you have a busy Sunday and prefer a Mass with somewhat fewer people and a more modest time commitment, it might be a good weekend to check out our 5:00 pm Saturday or 8:00 am Sunday Masses.
Habitat for Humanity Hopebuilder Breakfast April 29
There’s still time to sign up for a free breakfast to learn more about the Habitat for Humanity and its building projects, like the one that volunteers from The Madeleine are working on.
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.
As parishioners know, volunteers from the Madeleine and other faiths have been working for months, building a home for a family that immigrated from Guatemala 17 years ago. The house should be completed in the next month or two, although volunteers are still needed.
If you are interested, please contact The Madeleine’s Volunteer Coordinators Susan and Mark Miller at 503-708-7395 or hoosiersusan2@gmail.com.
Of course, a very big THANK YOU goes to all the 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.
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.