Author: Janis DeVore

On August 12, 2025, Most Reverend Michael Burbidge, Bishop, Diocese of Arlington, announced that Papal Honors were granted to 50 members of our Diocese. 40 of those received the Benemerenti Medal (“To one who is well-deserving” in Latin). It is a medal awarded by the Pope to members of the clergy and laity for service to the Catholic Church.  

See the Press Release on the web.

Those honored who are from All Saints Parish and St. Gabriel Mission are:

• Anne Carroll
• David Conroy, Jr. – All Saints Catholic School
• Morena Guzman Rodriguez
• Rolando Rodriguez
• Robert Tessier – All Saints Catholic School

Anne Carroll is the founder of Seton School, Manassas.

Dave Conroy is the Principal of All Saints Catholic School.

Morena Guzman Rodriguez and Rolando Rodriguez are from St. Gabriel Mission, Manassas Park and were founding members of the mission.

Robert Tessier is the Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry at All Saints Parish, along with being 7th & 8th Grade Religion Teacher at All Saints Catholic School, and Director of Upper Room Theatre Ministry at All Saints.

To all of them we offer our heartfelt congratulations and prayers in recognizing the service they have done to the Catholic Church. Please join me in congratulating them.

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Hoy, 12 de agosto de 2025, el reverendísimo Michael Burbidge, obispo de la diócesis de Arlington, ha anunciado que se han concedido honores papales a 50 miembros de nuestra diócesis. Cuarenta de ellos han recibido la medalla Benemerenti (“A quien es merecedor” en latín). Se trata de una medalla que el Papa concede a miembros del clero y laicos por sus servicios a la Iglesia católica.

Consulte el comunicado de prensa en la web.

Los homenajeados que pertenecen a la parroquia All Saints y a la misión St. Gabriel son:

• Anne Carroll
• David Conroy, Jr. – La Escuela Católica Todos los Santos
• Morena Guzman Rodriguez
• Rolando Rodriguez
• Robert Tessier – La Escuela Católica Todos los Santos

Anne Carroll  fue la fundadora de la Seton School, en Manassas.

Dave Conroy es el director de la Escuela Católica Todos los Santos.

Morena Guzman Rodriguez y Rolando Rodriguez  son de la Misión San Gabriel, Manassas Park, y fueron miembros fundadores de la misión.

Robert Tessier es el director del Ministerio de Jóvenes y Adultos Jóvenes de la parroquia Todo los Santos, además de ser profesor de religión de 7.º y 8.º grado en la Escuela Católica Todos los Santos y director del Ministerio de Teatro Upper Room de Todos los Santos.

A todos ellos les ofrecemos nuestras más sinceras felicitaciones y oraciones en reconocimiento al servicio que han prestado a la Iglesia Católica. Por favor, únanse a mí para felicitarlos.

Please note the following important dates below:

• Monday, August 18 – Kindergarten Orientation for Parents (Music Room/7:00 PM)
• Thursday, August 21 – First Day of School (K-8) – Noon Dismissal for All Students
• Friday, August 22 – Full Day of School (Grades 1-8)/Noon Dismissal (Kindergarten)
• Friday, August 22 – Pre-K Orientation (8:00 – 11:00 AM & 12:00 – 2:00 PM)
• Friday, August 22 – Opening School Year Mass (8:30 AM)
• Friday, August 22 – Blessing of School & Classrooms (9:30 AM)
• Friday, August 22 – First Day of Special Subject Classes
• Monday, August 25 – First Day of Pre-Kindergarten (Noon Dismissal for First Week of Pre-K);
• Monday, August 25 – Opening of the School Year Assembly (PAC/8:30 a.m.)

20th Annual Welcome Back Barbeque – August 22
The annual barbecue hosted by the PTO will take place on Friday, August 22 beginning at 5:30 PM behind the school. This year’s theme is 70’s, so wear your grooviest clothes!

As you prepare for the start of the new school year, please use our 2025-2026 School Supply List as your guide for shopping for your child’s school supplies.

Please remember to order NEXT year’s grade level for your student.

If you placed an order through EPI for this year’s school supplies, please note that your supply kit will be delivered to your child’s classroom prior to the first day of school.

If you have any questions about school supplies, please contact Miss Mallon at amallon@allsaintsva.org.

Information about the All Saints Summer Learning Program is listed below. All assignments and activities will be posted by grade level and available in digital format for ease of access. There will be both reading and math assignments. In an effort to more effectively target the learning levels of each student, the reading assignments are differentiated by level with corresponding follow up activities. Please see the directions page in the reading folder which explains all assignments.

After reviewing, should you have any questions or wish to discuss, please do not hesitate to contact the front office 703-368-4400.

Summer Learning 2025

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Incoming Kindergarten

• Primary Grade (K-2) Reading Log
• Incoming Kindergarten Summer Learning Packet

Incoming 1st Grade

• Primary Grade (K-2) Reading Log
• Incoming Grade 1 Summer Learning Packet

Incoming 2nd Grade

• Primary Grade (K-2) Reading Log
• Incoming Grade 2 Summer Learning Packet
• Parent Guide to Grade 2 Summer Learning Packet

Incoming 3rd Grade

• Reading Game Board
• Incoming Grade 3 Reading Summer Learning Packet
• Incoming Grade 3 Math Summer Learning Packet

Incoming 4th Grade

• Incoming Grade 4 Reading Summer Learning Packet (English)
• Incoming Grade 4 Reading Summer Learning Packet (Spanish)
• Incoming Grade 4 Math Summer Learning Packet

Incoming 5th Grade

• Incoming Grade 5 Reading Summer Learning Packet (English)
• Incoming Grade 5 Reading Summer Learning Packet (Spanish)
• Incoming Grades 5 Math Summer Learning Packet

Incoming 6th Grade

• Incoming Middle School Summer Reading Book List
• Incoming Grade 6 Regular Math Packet
• Middle School Summer Religion Bingo
• Middle School Summer Letter (English) 
• Middle School Summer Letter (Spanish)

Incoming 7th Grade

• Incoming Middle School Summer Reading Book List
• Incoming 7th Grade Regular Math Packet
• Incoming 7th Grade Advanced Math Packet
• Middle School Summer Religion Bingo
• Middle School Summer Letter (English)
• Middle School Summer Letter (Spanish)

Incoming 8th Grade

• Incoming Middle School Summer Reading List
• Incoming 8th Grade Regular Math Packet
• Incoming 8th Grade Advanced Math Packet
• Middle School Summer Religion Bingo
• Middle School Summer Letter (English)
• Middle School Summer Letter (Spanish)

CYO registration is now open for 2025 Boys and Girls Cross Country. Please register before the September 6th deadline.  

• Boys and Girls in 3rd-8th grade are eligible to participate.
• Practices will be on Wednesdays 5-6 PM at the Pennington Track and on Saturdays 8:00-9:30 AM at the Manassas Battlefield beginning August 2nd. You can still register after practices begin through September 6.
• Meets will take place on September 27, October 18, and November 1.
• Cost is $20 per participant.
• If you have any questions, please email Ruth Kelly, Commissioner for Cross Country and Track & Field, at ruthkelly509@gmail.com, and Hank Konstanty, Assistant Commissioner for Cross Country and Track & Field, at hkonstanty@gmail.com.

To register, please use the link below:
reg.sportspilot.com/106526/leagues

Cross Country registration will be open through September 6, 2025.

CYO Basketball –  Save the Date
Save the date for CYO Boys and Girls 3rd-8th Grade Basketball. Registration for the 2025-2026 CYO Basketball season will be open from September 15-October 12. We are still seeking head and assistant coaches for some grades. If you are interested in coaching, please email Laurie Short, Basketball Commissioner, at glshort1@comcast.net. You must be certified for Diocesan child protection (including VIRTUS™) before working with participants. If you are not, we can help you get the process started.

If you have a general question, you can email jcyosports@allsaintsva.org or to connect directly with Chi Young, CYO Sports Director, you can email chiyoungallsaintscyo@gmail.com.

The mission of the Arlington Diocesan Junior Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) is to organize sports programs through its member parishes for youth to reinforce Catholic values taught in parish schools and religious education programs. In addition to encouraging healthy physical activity, CYO sports are designed to foster cooperation, respect, sportsmanship, responsibility, leadership, competitiveness, fairness, and courtesy.

The All Saints Catholic School office will be closed during the month of July. The office will reopen on Tuesday, August 5 and will be open on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, until the start of the school year.

Should you need to contact school personnel during the summer months, please leave a voicemail (703-368-4400) or contact us via email (schooloffice@allsaintsva.org) and we will return your message.

School Employment Opportunities
All Saints Catholic School has the following employment opportunities for the 2025-2026 school year:

• 5th Grade Teacher
• Kindergarten Long-Term Substitute
• Music Teacher
• Director of Marketing & Enrollment

For information or to apply for any of these positions, please contact our principal, Mr. Conroy (dconroy@allsaintsva.org).

Please see the link below for important information regarding the PowerSchool Data Security Incident:

• Catholic Diocese of Arlington: Updated PowerSchool Website Notice (June 9, 2025)

Join us for the 2025 Art Show brought to you by our talented Pre-K – 8th grade students. Don’t miss this amazing event taking place in the Parish Activities Center (PAC) on May 22nd from 4:00-6:00 PM. Invite your entire family, friends and neighbors.

We look forward to seeing you!

Art Show Flyer