April 18, 2019
A Note from Susan
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Please remember The Paschal Triduum & Easter services this week:
- Holy Thursday, April 18, 7:00 pm—Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper
- Good Friday, April 19, 7:00 pm—Celebration of the Lord’s Passion
- Easter Vigil, Saturday, April 20, 8:30 pm—Vigil in the Holy Night of Easter. Following will be a reception in the Fireside Room. NOTE: There will be NO 5:00 pm Saturday Mass.
- Easter Sunday, April 21, 8:00 am & 10:00 am—Mass and Easter Egg hunt following 10:00 am Mass
School Calendar 2019-20 Dates
We are building our school calendar for the 2019-2020 school year and while the calendar is always a “work in progress,” there are a few dates that you might want to be aware of.
- First day of school is September 3rd
- Parent Teacher Conferences are October 23, 24, and 25
- Annual Auction is November 2nd
- Christmas vacation is December 23rd to January 3rd
- School resumes January 6th
- Spring Break is March 23rd through March 27th
- Last day of school is June 12th
Year End Reminders
As we wind down this school year, there are a few things to remember…..
- Those of you who received our In-Parish Tuition rate this year and have students returning next year should have seen a letter in the mail this week from the parish with the In-Parish Tuition application for the 2019-20 school year. To be eligible for the In-Parish Tuition rate, please complete the forms and return to the Parish Office no later than April 30, 2019.
- Anne Palmer, our bookkeeper, wants to remind everyone that their final tuition payment is due this month (April). If you have any questions, please give her a call at 503-281-5777.
- Scrip notices went out two weeks ago and we had a great surge in sales last week. Let’s keep it up! We would love for everyone to exceed their requirement. You may purchase scrip until May 15th to count toward this year’s requirement. Bills for remaining scrip balances will be going out May 20th. If you are not a scrip purchaser, you may buy out of the requirement for $250. Please send in that check at your earliest convenience.
- Please be sure to log your volunteer hours in the volunteer database. The cut-off for this year was May 15th, but because we have a number of volunteer opportunities in mid-May (Book Fair, Grandparent Tea, Art Show), we have extended the cut-off day to May 24th. If you do not know how to record your hours, please click here to go to the volunteer page. Since I am the person who follows up with emails, phone calls, and then bills, please consider a “retirement gift” to me of completing this task as soon as you can. Thank you.
That is enough for today! Have a great weekend.
Blessings,
Susan
Five for Friday
The news you need really, really fast!
- Bake Sale: Click Here
- Jogathon Update: Click Here
- Choir/Band Concert: Click Here
- Whats Cool About Our School: Click Here
- Water 1st: Click Here
Bake Sale to Benefit Medical Teams International
Friday, April 26
The 7th grade recently took a field trip to Medical Teams International (MTI) to learn more about global poverty and the work that Medical Teams International does to help disaster victims. The class was moved by MTI’s important work and decided to organize a bake sale to support the organization. There are two ways you can participate:
- Buy lots of baked treats prepared by the 7th grade class after school on Friday, April 26.
- Bring baked goods Thursday morning- all items must be pre-packaged and priced, “ready to sell.”
Thank you!
7th Grade
Jogathon is Only 3 Weeks Away!
Be sure to get your pledges in. Please remember to set up only one account per family. Here is the link to get started: http://pledgestar.com/madeleine
Thank you to the families who have started their child’s PledgeStar page and signed up for volunteer shifts.
Last Week's Challenge Winners...
Last week anyone who set up their PledgeStar page and sent at least five emails had their names entered into a random drawing. The winners of last week’s challenge were: Clara O. (K) ~ Siobhan M. (K) ~ Matthew S. (K) ~ Nate J. (1) ~ Finn L. (1 ) ~ Louisa F.(2) ~Noah K. (6) ~ Jacob B. (7) ~ Lily N. (8). They all won a Madeleine string backpack and a gift certificate for Starbucks or Eb & Bean.
The winners of the live drawing for either Lloyd Center Ice Rink or Sky High Sports certificates were Rex B. (1), Ethan S. (2), Fiona G. (3) and Noah K. (7). Congratulations!
This Week’s Challenge…
Anyone who has collected $100 or more will be entered into a prize drawing. The deadline is Sunday, April 28th.
Money Jump
Once again we will have two money jumps this year. The first money jump is scheduled for Thursday, April 25th. To be eligible students must have pledges entered by Sunday, April 21st. Students who have a total of $100 in flat amount pledges get one entry in the Money Jump drawing. If you have $200 in total flat amount pledges, you get two entries. The more pledges you have, the more times your name is entered into the Money Jump. $500 or more automatically jumps. Students who jump the first week will not be eligible to jump again.
We Need Volunteers!
The first class to have all of their talliers signed up will get an extra recess! We are in need of photographers for both sessions as well. Volunteers must have fulfilled the Called to Protect training. Please go to HelpCounter to sign up for all volunteer opportunities.
Questions? Please email the Jogathon Chairs at: jogathon@themadeleine.edu
Jogathon Chairs,
Kate Dankowski
Sarah McCormick
Trisha Mumm
Kelly Reavis
Choir and Band Concert
Tuesday, April 30th @ 1:00 pm
The choir/band concert on Tuesday, April 30th is for the Shine Children's Chorus followed by The Madeleine School Beginning Band Program. The concert starts at 1:00 pm. The Shine Chorus is a Portland-based non-profit music education and performance program. They will be performing positive, secular pop/rock choral music with keyboard and drums. The performance for the choir will last approximately 25 minutes.
Following the Chorus, the Madeleine School Beginning Band students will be performing for approximately 15 minutes. Their selections are a combination of pep music of popular tunes and a couple small band arrangements.
School Advisory Council (SAC) Applications
Deadline: Wednesday April 24th
Are you interested in advising Father Mike and our new principal on school policy and financial matters? Then, we need you!
The Madeleine School Advisory Council has three open positions, each with a 3-year term. The council meets with Father Mike and Mrs. Steele one evening each month during the school year. In addition, council members serve on two committees, which include finance, technology, education, planning, and marketing and development.
If you have any questions about SAC and what joining this council might entail, please contact one of the SAC members: Fr. Mike Biewend, Susan Steele, Catherine Glaven (Chair), Jeff Allen, Brian Cratsenberg, Jen Johnson, John LaBarca, Lance Mayhew, Diana Nunez, Karis Stoudamire-Phillips, Erskine Williams, Caryn Fiedler (Development Representative).
6th Grade Fundraiser for Outdoor School
Buy a t-shirt, get free dress!
As some of you know, this year PPS did not cover the cost of the sixth grade Outdoor School trip due to changes in state law. As a result, the 6th grade class created a t-shirt fundraiser with all the net proceeds going toward paying the balance due.
The illustration on the front of the t-shirt was picked from among all of the great illustrations specifically created by the members of the 6th grade class for this project. In addition, this project was created in a way which will allow it to take place in future years to support Outdoor School.
If you are interested in buying a t-shirt, please go to www.themadeleine.edu/t-shirts. You will have the option to have the proceeds of your purchase go to the payment of the overall balance due for the entire class or to the balance due for a particular student.
All orders must be submitted by April 30th.
T-shirts will be delivered in early May. Stay tuned for an announcement of a date when students can wear the t-shirt for free dress.
The Madeleine Talent Showcase
Sign Up Now!
Auditions, Tuesday, May 7th @ 3:30 pm - until finished ( approx 5:00 )
Dress Rehearsal, Friday, May 31st @ 3:15pm
Talent Show, Monday June 3th @ 8:30am
- Watch for sign up board at school entrance on Monday, April 30th (look for the Stars!!)
- Submit applications in the envelope or bring to the auditions (if a group, submit all applications stapled together)
Grab your friends and get your “Act “ together!
Let your talents shine in many creative ways.
Some suggestions:
A choreographed dance, gymnastics, or acrobatic routine
Form a musical band, a singing group, a comedy sketch, or an organized skit.
**We are encouraging more group participation, so be sure to get your friends involved.
** Due to time constraints, it may not be possible for all who audition to perform in the show **
All music, lyrics and/or props must be present and ready at the audition.
Any questions please contact: mollyfaherty@yahoo.com or susan.samuelson@gmail.com
If you child wants to participate but doesn't know what to do, we'll help brainstorm!
What's Cool about our School?
Our 5th grade class participated in a writing competition through the American Immigration Council. The theme was, "Why I am Glad America is a Nation of Immigrants." Mrs. Hoglund proudly announced that 7 of the 10 students who placed in the top 10 for the state of Oregon for this competition came from our very own classroom!
Yay for all 30 of our 5th graders and an extra yay for:
1st place - Faye Doherty
2nd place - Lark Thomas
3rd place - Stella Karolyi
Placing in the top 10:
Mimi Thompson
Stella Resch
Nou Alipour
Jake Wight
Congratulations!
Register here to join The Madeleine team
Let's WIN the Golden Jerry Can award again for the biggest walking team!
SUNDAY, APRIL 28 | LAURELHURST PARK
1 PM walk begins
Registration + pre-walk activities begin at noon
Carry water for 5 kilometers in solidarity with the 1 billion people who still lack access to clean water.
FREE DRESS for $2 on Friday, April 26 to benefit Water 1st!
Thank you from your Madeleine Youth Board Members: Mimi Baldwin, Teddy Gehred, and Fritz Williams
Field Reserved
April 26 until 6:00 pm
The field and covered area are reserved for the Mother Son Kickball Party on Friday, April 26th immediately after school until 6 pm. The field and covered area will not be available for general after school play that day. Thank you for supporting our auction party events.
2019 Annual Fund Campaign Off & Running
If we raise $50,000, we get $50,000!
Whether you choose to support the Area of Greatest Need, Tuition Assistance or the Endowment, your donation to the 2019 Annual Fund Campaign helps the families around you at Madeleine who struggle to pay tuition. This year alone, students at The Madeleine School have received almost $65,000 in financial aid.
Give what you can and know you have answered the call to help those in need. We've raised more than $35,000, but need $15,000 more to get the full $50,000 match from the Joseph E. Weston Public Foundation! Make a difference in the lives of those around you by making a Madeleine School education possible!
Click here to learn more about the 2019 Annual Fund Campaign, including why it’s needed and who supports it.
Want to give right now?
Simply click on www.themadeleine.edu/schoolgiving
Kinder Art: Matthew S, Self Portrait; Kinder weaving
Art Show - New Format this Year
May 23rd, 6:00 pm, Parish Hall
One of my goals for your children in art this year was that they begin to think of themselves as constantly developing artists. Art brings so much richness to our lives, but in order to appreciate it, we need to free ourselves from thinking of ourselves as good or not good at art--- both ways of thinking leave little room for growth or change. A major goal for art class is that every student becomes comfortable evaluating his or her own work and making observations for strength and improvement.
With that in mind, I am changing the format of the art show this year, so that STUDENTS are choosing the pieces that they want to display as well as creating an artist statement highlighting their goals for art-making this year and beyond. I think that this will lead to greater ownership and interest regarding the show; each student might pick a different combination of pieces to show!
Volunteer Help Needed
To that end, I am looking for art show volunteers during class time to help younger students choose their favorite three pieces and prepare it properly. I also need hands to set up the event and take down work after the event and file it away.
You can find the sign up for the ART SHOW with times that I need help here: www.themadeleine.edu/hours
Thank you so much for your kindness, your support, and your delightful children!
Mrs. Parmeter
P.S. Please remember that for the classroom volunteers, you need to have completed your Called to Protect training.
Grandparents and Honored Guests Day
Online RSVP is Open, Volunteer Help Needed
Mark your calendars for Thursday, May 23rd from 12:45 to 3:00 for this annual event.
We kindly request attendance by grandparents or a student's honored guest, which may include someone close to them such as an aunt, favorite neighbor or former nanny, etc. Parents may volunteer to help with the event or may attend Mass with their child if they would like to be part of this day as well.
If your child does not have someone in this role to attend this event, not to worry. Your child's teacher will make sure all are included in the activities that day.
PLEASE NOTE: the fifth and sixth grade class will not be at school for the event due to the Oaks Park Safety Patrol Field trip. This date was beyond our control. These students may be back in time for mass if grandparents are attending with siblings in other grades.
Register Your Guests
Thank you very much for the RSVP as it greatly helps with the planning. If you have two sets of grandparents attending, please fill out a separate form for different households. Please RSVP by May 15, 2019. Thank you! RSVP this year through this link.
Volunteer
We are asking for help in two hour shifts. Feel free to sign up for more than one shift. Requests are listed on the school volunteer site. All volunteering can count towards this year's hours. Thank you!
Questions? Contact Cheri Krebs at ckrebs@themadeleine.edu.
Mark Your Calendars!
Celebration Mass and Brunch for Susan Steele
All are invited and welcome to attend the festivities to honor Susan's service to our school on Sunday, June 9th. We are also interested in receiving any photos of Susan you have to share. Click here for the details.
Easel Items: Spaces Still Available
Upcoming easel item events include:
- Father Daughter Disco Dance, April 27th
Click here to sign up before it sells out
Adolescent Development Programs
Mother-Daughter and Father-Son Programs, May 5th
These programs create a supportive enviroment and help families prepare for the physical, emotional, and social changes that adolescents can expect to experience in the years to come.
The Mother-Daughter Program will be presented by mother-daughter team, Cathy Hansen and Janice Nelson, for girls ages 9-12 and their mother or guardian. The Father-Son Program will be presented by Dr. Bill Toffler, former Professor and Director of Education, Department of Family Medicine, OHSU for boys ages 10-13 and their father or guardian.
- Presented by: Northwest Family Services
- Place: Providence Portland Medical Center Social Room, 4805 NE Glisan, Portland
- When: Sunday, May 5, 2019
- Time: 2-4 pm Mother-Daughter Program; 5-7 pm Father-Son Program
- Cost: $15 per family per program
Pre-registration by Monday, April 29, 2019 is required. For more information or to register, please visit Northwest Family Services’ website:
Summer Camps
In the Spring we receive many listings for various summer programs and camps. In an effort to let you know about all of these great opportunities and still keep Footnotes to a reasonable length, the camps will now be listed only by name.
To get the complete details about each camp, simply click here!
- CYO Camp Howard
- UP Summer Learning Program
- Steve and Kate's Camp
- St. Mary's Academy Summer Program
- Jesuit High School Summer Session (Click this link)
- La Salle Summer Athletics and Enrichment Camps
This Week’s Checklist
Click Here for a Printable Checklist
(summary of important dates and events)
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Contributing to Friday Footnotes
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