May 22, 2015
A Note from Susan
Dear Parents and Guardians,
On Thursday we hosted a visitation day for the new students who will be joining our community next September. The majority of them were rising kinders (4 and 5 year olds) who were quite excited and a bit nervous about the visit. Mrs. Schneider, who is an old hand at this, brought her class in and each visitor was assigned to a “Kinder buddy.” Their responsibility was to show the children the kindergarten classroom and explain what magical things happen there. Likewise, we entertained the new parents by telling them about magical things such as our annual auction, the jogathon, scrip, volunteer hours, hot lunch, etc. I am not sure who had more questions, the new students or the new parents. Many thanks to the volunteers who helped with hospitality and answering questions. Their advice and expertise was so welcome as our new families look forward to the coming school year.
Speaking of next year…… Please take a look in your child’s Friday Folder for a large manila envelope. Mrs. Rosebrook is sending home the “summer packet” with more forms to fill out than should be allowed, but each very important to the operation of the school. I think you are going to need all three days of the coming weekend to complete them! That is a slight exaggeration, but there is some truth to it. However, please have pity on Angela who has to sort and record all the information. Please, please, please, take some time and fill out the forms and return them as soon as possible. I don’t want Angela to be here until July processing. Let me offer an incentive that seemed to work last year. The first 20 people who put their entire completed (no missing forms) packet in Angela’s hands will get a little gift card to Starbucks. Thanks so much for your prompt response.
I hope you have a nice, relaxing Memorial Day weekend planned. And that the sun comes out.
Sincerely,
Susan
Five for Friday
The news you need really, really fast!
- SAC Applications Due - 5/22: Click here
- Hot Lunch Deadline - 5/24: Click here
- Talent Show Auditions - 5/28: Click here
- Parents Club Seeks VP: Click here
- Amazon Supports Madeleine: Click here
Spring musical, "Bye Bye Conrad and Birdie", a huge hit. Thank you Ms. Bjore!
After months of practice, practice, practice, "Bye Bye Conrad and Birdie" played for two nights to a sell-out crowd on the Alameda Cafeteria Stage. Our 6th, 7th, and 8th graders did a fabulous job bringing this 60's musical to life. Not only did they act the parts, the students painted the props, worked the scene changes, curtains, and helped each other with make-up and costumes backstage.
Ms. Bjore was their fearless leader and director. In addition to teaching music to grades K-8 this year, she has also lead several extra-curricular activities including choir, a strings ensemble, and play practice every Sunday night. Thank you Ms. Bjore for going above and beyond. You are a saint!
Thank you also to everyone who came out to watch the play and support our students. CLICK HERE for more photos from the musical.
Get your June hot lunch order in this weekend
Deadline = May 24th
Ordering couldn't be easier! Go to www.orderlunches.com and pick the lunches your child wants for the month of June.
New Hot Lunch Options
Parents Club is excited to test out some new healthy lunch options from Freshii on Thursdays in June.
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 also continue to offer pizza and hot dog lunches.
For more information on Freshii visit freshii.com. Questions or feedback? Contact Tara Hendrickson at tara@hoverkitty.com.
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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.
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7th Grade Studies the Medieval Era
The 7th Grade recently studied the European Middle Ages. At the end of the unit they created a "Medieval Tapestry" telling important stories of the Middle Ages. Below are a couple of the highlights.
It’s Talent Show Time!
The Madeleine School's 3rd annual talent show is fast approaching, and here are the dates!
Auditions: May 28 @ 3:10pm in the Parish Hall
Rehearsal: June 4 @ 3:10pm in the Parish Hall
Show: June 5 @ 1:45 pm in the Parish Hall
Click here for the form you need to fill out and bring to auditions on May 28th.
Click here to read the talent show rules.
We hope to see you there!
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Middle School Tech Night
June 1st @ 7pm in Parish Hall
All incoming and present Middle School parents, please add Monday, June 1st to your calendar.
The Middle School Teaching Team will review how our Chromebook pilot worked this past year and how we plan to move forward with our technology plan. We are excited to share what we have found and answer any questions as we all begin to prepare for the next school year. Join us at 7:00 PM in the Parish Hall.
Join the Bridge Program! 
Help Welcome New Families to Madeleine School
The Bridge Program creates a welcoming community by connecting new families with current families at the school. The goal of the program is to be a resource for new families and to help them navigate their first year at the Madeleine so they don’t feel left out, lost or overwhelmed.
Each volunteer has no more than three families to connect with over the summer and during the school year. The expectation is that you will check in with them at least once over the summer, during the first week of school, and during the first trimester. In addition, there are three opportunities during the school year to get volunteer hours:
- New Parents Potluck in September (approx. two hours)
- Open House in February (approx. two hours)
- School Tours in February (approx. two hours)
If you are interested in being a “bridge” for a new family, please contact Caryn Fiedler at fiedler3fam@gmail.com.
Parents Club: Calling All K-2 Parents!
There’s just one position left on the Madeleine Parents Club for 2015-16, and it has “Kindergarten, First or Second-Grade parent” written all over it! The Parents Club is looking for a Vice President to work alongside the President, to support other Executive Committee members, and to help coordinate the back-to-school BBQ.
In years past we’ve leaned heavily on middle-school parents for the Executive Committee. We’d like to avoid that gap in tribal knowledge by having next year’s VP be a parent from the Kindergarten through Second Grade classes. With that said, “all are welcome” in Parents Club, so any parent looking for a way to engage in the School’s various FUNdraising efforts is welcome to fill the VP role.
Please email Jonas Allen at jonas_m_allen@hotmail.com if you're interested in learning more about the VP position.
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It’s time for the Summer Reading challenge!
The Summer Reading program is well under way. The younger grades have user names and passwords coming home in Friday Folders. All students can record their minutes from May 4- September 4th. It's a fun way to stay motivated to read over the summer and avoid the "summer slide."
The past two years The Madeleine has been second in the state for reading minutes. Lets see what we can do this summer!
Room Parents Needed for 2015- 2016 School Year
It's the best way to get your volunteer hours! Help out a teacher and look like a rock-star to your child at all the class parties!
Email Kristin Rios, kristinrios@mac.com, if you are interested. (5th & 8th grade already have volunteers)
Youth Group Continues During the Summer!
Sunday, June 7th @ 7pm
Come join us for food, fellowship and fun in the "teen room" from 7-8:15pm.
Youth Group will continue to meet during the summer! Be sure to check out the "youth ministry" link from The Madeleine home page for the most up to date events and times. Mark your calendars for upcoming summer youth night dates: June 21, July 12, July 26, August 2, August 16th, and Saturday, August 22nd - all day concert in Salem.
Jogathon Website - themadeleine.edu/jogathon
Jogathon Pledges Due Now!
As of May 15th, we still have $2,000 in unpaid Jogathon pledges. If you have not done so already, please send in your pledge payments.
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
Thank you to Bernie Fagan Soccer for generously supporting our Jogathon by donating three scholarships to his recreational camps and one two-hour personalized training session for one lucky student and nine of their friends! Thank you Bernie and Susie!
Click here to learn more about Bernie Fagan Summer Soccer Camps
School Advisory Council (SAC) Meeting
Click here to read the agenda
The next meeting of the Madeleine School Advisory Council (SAC) is scheduled for Tuesday, May 26th at 7pm in the Library.
Please notify the Chair (Lee Fiedler: lee.fiedler@yahoo.com) in advance if you would like time on the agenda.
Join us for an evening in Bollywood, the 29th Annual Madeleine Auction. Our buildings will be transformed with the exotic sights, sounds, smells and tastes of India.
For more information visit www.themadeleine.edu/auction.
Questions to auction@themadeleine.edu
We Want Your Ideas for the 2015 Auction Paddle Raise!
The Paddle Raise is a unique opportunity where the Madeleine community gets to designate money to a specific area.
Significant improvements have been made to the Library, Art Room, Kitchen, and Technology in the past few years. The Teachers' Lounge and Parent Work Room will undergo a facelift this summer thanks to the 2014 Auction.
What is next? Enhancements for the Music Program? Bathroom updates? Facility needs (roof, floors, etc.)??
We want to hear from YOU! Send ideas to auction@themadeleine.edu
What's Cool About Our School!
Madeleine parent Polly Dugan’s debut novel “The Sweetheart Deal,” hit bookstore shelves this week. Her first book, “So Much a Part of You,” a linked short story collection, was published last June and will be available in paperback on August 11th. She will be reading and signing books at Powell’s on Thursday, June 11th at 7:30. She is also available to meet with book clubs in the area. If your book club is interested, visit her website at www.pollydugan.com and follow the book club link to get in touch!
Sign up Now for YDP Summer Camp
YDP summer camp at Madeleine will be offered from June 15 - August 21 from 8am - 6pm each weekday. Only 30 spots available per day, so don't delay!
Click here to see the complete brochure and registration information.
Now Taking Brick Orders for our Summer 2015 Installation
Celebrate and remember your loved ones with a personalized brick on The Madeleine School's Field of Dreams Walkway. The walkway is located on Klickitat along the basketball court.
An inscribed brick makes a perfect anniversary, birthday, or graduation gift. Your $75 donation will support The Madeleine School's 2015 Annual Fund Campaign. Gift Certificates available.
Please click here to view and print your order form. Engravings will be done in August when the weather is warm and dry. Thank you for your support!
St. Michael's Lunches 
Making a difference, one lunch at a time
A big thank you to the fifth grade for bringing in164 lunches this week. The Madeleine has done a wonderful job of contributing to the St. Michael’s lunch program this year and the staff and volunteers as well as the guests are truly grateful. Every lunch helps someone. Just a few more weeks left before we sign off for the summer, let’s bring it home strong!
Shopping for Summer? Your Amazon Purchases Can Benefit The Madeleine!
If you’re planning to shop for vacation supplies and movies/books/games to keep the kids busy, you’ve probably been browsing Amazon. Starting today, a new Madeleine Parents Club program will donate a portion of everything you spend on Amazon to The Madeleine – and it won't cost you a single cent more! You can click this link to get shopping immediately, or you can read more about this “free fundraiser” here.
The more you shop on Amazon using www.themadeleine.edu/amazon, the more money the school makes. The prices and shopping experience are exactly the same as the “normal” Amazon, but using that link earns the school a minimum of 4% commission. It’s one of the easiest fundraisers you’ll ever find!
Family Faith Sharing
May 24 ~ Pentecost ~ John 20:19-23
In this Sundays’ gospel passage, we hear that the disciples are all together in one room, the doors locked, and they are afraid. Jesus comes and stands in the room with them. “Peace be with you.” He breathes on them and says, “Receive the Holy Spirit. Whose sins you forgive are forgiven them, and whose sins you retain are retained.” The disciples are not afraid and go outside with Jesus.
Can you call on this gift of the Holy Spirit when you need strength in your life? How? What times in your life could you have asked for strength and didn’t?
Summer Camps
At this time of year, we receive tons of 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!
- Madeleine YDP Summer Camp
- Bernie Fagan Soccer Summer Camps
- Holy Redeemer Summer Soccer Camps
- Jesuit High School Summer Session
- Girls Make Games Summer Camp for Girls
- St. Mary’s Academy Summer Program
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
Send us your 2015 high school graduates!
www.themadeleine.edu/graduates
We want to recognize all of Class of 2015 high school graduates from The Madeleine in our bulletin this June. Whether she or he went to our parish school or not...we want to recognize each and every one!
So, please go to www.themadeleine.edu/graduates and fill out the form with your graduate’s name and school. We’ve tried to list most of the schools in the area that our kids are likely to go to, but if we missed one, just enter it in the “other” field.
We need to receive your Graduate’s name by June 7 so we may list them in our June 14 bulletin.
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.