Bread of Life Food Drive: March 20 – March 31

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Watch our NJHS Videos about the Food Drive

During this Lenten season, we are pleased to announce that All Saints will be hosting its third annual Bread of Life Food Drive (BOLD) to benefit the All Saints’ Bethany Food Pantry and Catholic Charities’ St. Lucy Project. We are excited to once again partner with the University of Notre Dame Club of Staten Island on this nationwide food drive.

Here are details about this community service initiative to assist individuals and families in our local community in need of food assistance.

When will the food drive take place?

All Saints Bread of Life Food Drive will run from Monday, March 30 – March 31, 2023. All Saints students from the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) will help organize the drive.

Where does the food go?

Almost a quarter of a million people in the Arlington Diocese are “food insecure,” meaning they do not know where their next meal will come from. Our school’s Bread of Life Food Drive will benefit the St. Lucy Project and All Saints’ Bethany Food Pantry to assist families and individuals living within Manassas, Manassas Park and Prince William County.

What can you do to help?

During the drive, your child(ren) can bring in food donations in the morning and leave them in the boxes that will be outside of their classrooms. Donations can also be brought to the All Saints school office (Monday – Thursday) between the hours of 8:00 AM–3:30 PM.

What food should I donate to All Saints Bread of Life Food Drive?

During the first week of the drive, we will be collecting non-perishable food per the chart below. During the second week, we are adding some fresh fruits and vegetables to our collection. Please see the grade level list below:

Grade Level Week of March 20 Week of March 31
Pre-Kindergarten Canned Soup Juice Boxes
Kindergarten Pasta Mac & Cheese
First Grade Peanut Butter, Jelly Rice
Second Grade Brownie/Cookie Mix Oranges
Third Grade Beans (canned/dried) Carrots
Fourth Grade Canned Meat* Oil
Fifth Grade Cereal and Oatmeal Canned Tomatoes
Sixth Grade Canned Vegetables Peppers
Seventh Grade Canned Fruit Potatoes
Eighth Grade Pasta Sauce (no glass) Onions
Faculty/Staff Maseca Flour/Flour Sugar

*Chicken, ham, beef or tuna

The grade level that brings in the most food will enjoy a Chick fil-A lunch, courtesy of the school. The grade level that donates the second largest amount of food will receive a dress-down day, and third place will receive extra recess.

If you have any questions about our 2023 Bread of Life Food Drive, please contact Janis DeVore at jdevore@allsaintsva.org.

Thank you in advance for your generosity and support of the Bread of Life Food Drive to benefit those in need of food assistance during this Lenten season.

All Saints Bread of Life Campaign Brochure

Sincere thanks to the University of Notre Dame Club of Staten Island for their organizational and logistical support.

RSVP for our next Open House – March 2

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All Saints Catholic School will host an Open House for prospective parents for the 2023-24 school year on Thursday, March 2 at 7:00 PM.  Following a presentation and introduction, tours of the facility will be provided. Plan to attend and experience the dynamic, Catholic environment of All Saints Catholic School.

To RSVP for the Open House, please complete our online Open House Registration Form. For questions or more information, please contact Mrs. Mary Rodriguez at 571-516-3170 or admissions@allsaintsva.org.

Yearbook Cover Art Contest

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Deadline Extended to January 6, 2023
The Yearbook Committee is hosting the annual Yearbook Cover Contest. The committee is looking for a front and back cover that represents the spirit of All Saints Catholic School and incorporates our theme –My spirit rejoices in God my Savior.
To submit an entry, please note the following:
  • Make sure your entry is on two pieces of plain white paper. The finished size of each page of your design must be no larger than 8 ½ x 11.
  • Lightly write your name and your teacher’s name on the BACK of each page.
  • Please DO NOT sign your name on the front of these pages.
Entries are due to Mrs. Bill no later than Friday, January 6, 2023. The winning entry will win a free Yearbook. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Bill.  We look forward to seeing your amazing artwork!
Yearbook Sales

One of the most important ways to commemorate your school year is through a yearbook. The All Saints Catholic School Yearbook is now available for sale. The 2022-2023 Yearbook will be on sale now through April 14, 2023.
We are offering an early bird discount of $20 if ordered prior to January 13, 2023. After this date, the price will increase to $23.00. Personalization of your yearbook is available for an additional fee of $5.00
All orders must be placed online. The link and required information is shown below.
  • Please visit the Lifetouch website to order online: www.ybpay.com
  • The All Saints school code is 13273522
  • Please note that personalization of your yearbook is available for $5.00.
Should you have any questions regarding the All Saints Catholic School Yearbook, please contact Mrs. Vickie Bill (vbill@allsaintsva.org).
Concurso de portadas para el anuario – Ampliación del plazo hasta el 6 de enero de 2023
El Comité del Anuario está organizando el Concurso Anual de la Portada del Anuario. El comité está buscando una portada y contraportada que represente el espíritu de All Saints Catholic School e incorpore nuestro tema –Mi espíritu se regocija en Dios mi Salvador.
  • Asegúrese de que el diseño se presenta en dos hojas de papel blanco. El tamaño final de cada página de tu diseño no debe ser superior a 8 ½ x 11.
  • Escribe ligeramente tu nombre y el de tu profesor en el reverso de cada página.
  • Por favor, NO firmes con tu nombre en el anverso de estas páginas.
Los trabajos deben entregarse a la Sra. Bill a más tardar el viernes 6 de enero de 2023. La entrada ganadora ganará un Anuario gratis. Si usted tiene alguna pregunta, por favor póngase en contacto con la Sra. Bill.  ¡Esperamos ver sus increíbles obras de arte!
Venta de anuarios
Una de las maneras más importantes de conmemorar el año escolar es a través de un anuario. El Anuario de All Saints Catholic School ya está a la venta. El Anuario 2022-2023 estará a la venta desde ahora hasta el 14 de abril de 2023.Estamos ofreciendo un descuento de $20 si se ordena antes del 13 de enero de 2023. Después de esta fecha, el precio aumentará a $ 23.00. Personalización de su anuario está disponible por un cargo adicional de $ 5.00

Todos los pedidos deben realizarse en línea. El enlace y la información requerida se muestra a continuación.

  • Por favor visite el sitio web de Lifetouch para ordenar en línea: www.ybpay.com
  • El código de la escuela All Saints es 13273522
  • Tenga en cuenta que la personalización de su anuario está disponible por $ 5.00.
Si usted tiene alguna pregunta sobre el Anuario de la Escuela Católica de Todos los Santos, por favor póngase en contacto con la Sra. Vickie Bill (vbill@allsaintsva.org).

Student Art Contest

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Our thanks to Thom Harrington of The Abbate Agency, Knights of Columbus for sponsoring an Art Contest for the 5th-8th graders! The theme of the contest is: Catholic Faith. Winners were announced at the PTO meeting on October 18th and the winning pieces are on displayed in the Manassas office of the Abbate Agency, Knights of Columbus at 7794 Donegan Drive, Manassas VA 20109.

Congratulations to our winners: Emily, Emerson, Kylie and Emilia.

The Abbate Agency, Knights of Columbus is committed to being a Catholic company that upholds Catholic values and supports Catholic causes. The Knights of Columbus adheres to a strict investment screening protocol developed in part with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. The Knights of Columbus does not invest in companies that deal in lines of business that violate our Catholic faith and morals.

Welcome the Pilgrim Virgin Statue into Your Home

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Beginning in October, the month devoted to the Holy Rosary, All Saints Catholic School families are once again invited to renew their devotion to Jesus through Mary in a special way. On Friday, October 7, two statues of Our Lady of Fatima will begin traveling to the homes of school families for week-long visits.

Families who wish to participate in this program this year may sign up online at the following link:

Pilgrim Virgin Statue Program

Pick up time for the Statues at the front office is before 2:30 PM on Friday with a return time of before 9:00 a.m. the following Friday. Please be sure to sign in and out for the Statue in the Visitor Binder at the front desk.

While the statue of the Blessed Mother is in the home, families are encouraged to pray together either part of or the entire five-decade rosary for the intentions of our school as well as for their private intentions. The presence of the Pilgrim Virgin Statue is certain to increase your devotion to Mary and to bring you and your family closer to her Son.

Should you have any questions or would like more information, please contact the Pilgrim Virgin Statue Rotation Coordinator, Mrs. Maricel Pascua at gmpascua@outlook.com.

2022-2023 School Theme Announced

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At the beginning of each academic year, All Saints announces a theme that further unites us as a faith community and that provides a daily focus for all of our efforts.  I am pleased to share with you the theme for the 2022-2023 school year.

My spirit rejoices in God my Savior.

These words of the Blessed Virgin Mary, taken from the Gospel of Luke, are aligned with the second year of preparation for the diocesan celebration of the 50th Anniversary Jubilee.  It is Mary who is the Model Disciple who shows us how to the receive the Word and to bear the Word to the world.  As we enter into the second year of preparation later this fall, it is a time for us to rejoice in the vitality of our diocese as well as the vibrancy of our school community.  I pray that this theme will be a source of inspiration for you and your families throughout this academic year.

More information about the preparation for the Diocesan Golden Jubilee can be found at the link below.

Pilgrim Virgin Statue Program

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Pilgrim Virgin Statue Program
Beginning in October, the month devoted to the Holy Rosary, All Saints Catholic School families are once again invited to renew their devotion to Jesus through Mary in a special way. On Friday, October 8, two statues of Our Lady of Fatima will begin traveling to the homes of school families for week-long visits.

Families who wish to participate in this program this year may sign up online at the
following link:

Pilgrim Virtue Statue Program Sign Ups

Pick up time for the Statues at the front office is before 2:30 p.m. on Friday with a return time of before 9:00 a.m. the following Friday. Please be sure to sign in and out for the Statue in the Visitor Binder at the front desk.

While the statue of the Blessed Mother is in the home, families are encouraged to pray together either part of or the entire five-decade rosary for the intentions of our school as well as for their private intentions.

Should you have any questions or would like more information, please contact the rotation coordinator, Mrs. Maricel Pascua at gmpascua@outlook.com or 571-393-0942

PTO Family BINGO Night – October 16

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The PTO is excited to be hosting a Family Bingo night on Saturday, October 16th at 7:00 pm in the PAC.  Cost is $5 per person for ten bingo games.  Small prizes will be offered for each of the ten games.

Please use the flyer below to pre-order your Bingo cards and daubers.

Pre-Orders are strongly encouraged and are due by Wednesday October 13th.   See the attached order form.

Family Bingo Night – Order Form

PTO News & Volunteer Opportunities

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Volunteer News
One of the great aspects of All Saints School is the outstanding relationship between the PTO and the school and the support that the PTO provides to the school’s administration, teachers and staff. This relationship not only helps the school fulfill its mission; it also provides school families with valuable opportunities to gain insight into how wonderful our school is. We are extremely grateful for this valuable relationship and for the tremendous support that our school families provide to the school.

  • Celebration Station
    Thank you so much for the amazing support for the Celebration Station. As soon as the items are listed, families sign up for them and they are filled! We restock this free snack bar for the All Saints teachers and staff every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Please remember to send your send donations into the front office labeled “Celebration Station” on Monday morning of the week you signed up for so that we have the supplies to restock. If there’s a holiday on Monday or you forget the item, please send it in the next school day. Thank you so much for your support. The teachers and staff greatly appreciate it!
  • In-person Volunteer Opportunity
    Our awesome teachers are very busy teaching the students. They spend many hours before and after school doing lesson plans, grading papers, and preparing materials. On Thursday, September 23rd, the PTO is sponsoring a Helping Hands volunteer event during the school day in the Parish Activity Center (PAC) to do little projects for the teachers to help them out. Potential projects may include cutting, sorting, organizing, tearing workbook pages from books, creating fidgets, etc.Volunteers are asked to sign in at the front office, wear face masks, maintain social distancing, and do not need to be VIRTUS certified. Small children may be brought to this event, but parents are responsible for keeping their own children supervised and content. If you’re interested in volunteering, please sign up using Help Counter. Questions? Please contact Holly Crocker at thcrock.hsc@gmail.com. Thank you in advance for helping our wonderful teachers and staff!
  • Teacher’s Wish List
    Occasionally the teachers or staff need items not covered in the school budget. They send their requests to Mr. Conroy who approves them for the Teacher’s Wish List and they are posted on Help Counter. The items are listed on Help Counter with sufficient time for families to sign up for the item; however, the teachers could use them as soon as they are purchased. Please send items directly into the classroom or through the front office with the class name, if you prefer to remain anonymous.
  • Log Your Shares
    All volunteer activities whether in-person or donating items earn families “shares”. Each family is asked to earn 25 “shares” this school year. Please remember to save your receipts and log your earned “shares” into Help Counter. Help Counter. 1 “share” is equal to 1 hour of volunteer work, 1 baked good or $15 of merchandise. Each family is asked to complete 25 shares during this academic year. Thank you so much for supporting our school!

School Band Program: 2021-2022

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All Saints Band Calendar and Information for 2021-2022

Start of the school year: 2021

  • Tuesday, August 31 – Demonstration of instruments to fourth and fifth grade
  • Tuesday, September 7 – Band Registration Night for Parents/Students at All Saints at 6:45 PM
  • Tuesday, September 14 – Beginner and Advanced Lessons Start – Please bring instruments and music to school

All band lessons will be held every Tuesday throughout the year (if school is in session). Please bring instruments and music on Tuesdays.

All student musicians must be registered with the Garwood Whaley Music Program to take lessons.

Lead Band Parent
This position for the 2021-2022 school year is currently open. Please contact Mr. Ward to find out more. Serving in this capacity will provide you with volunteer school hours.

Band Director is:  Mr. Barry Ward

Instrument rental program through Music and Arts Stores.

Instrumental music instruction is available for your son or daughter next year at All Saints Catholic School. Classes are offered during the regular school day and Zoom classes may now be used to supplement missed days during the year. The child who learns to play an instrument learns discipline, cooperation with others, and a new way to a fuller, richer life. Playing an instrument automatically places him or her in worthwhile school activities, it gives something interesting to do, and is a pleasurable use of time.

The beginner band is comprised of the following instruments: Flute, Clarinet, Alto Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone and Drums. However, the advanced band looks to spread out instrumentation with bass clarinet, tenor sax, and tuba, and these instruments may be available to students from the band. The Garwood Whaley Music Program is a local organization which has offered contracted music instruction at All Saints for many years. Our band director is Mr. Barry Ward, who is an original starting director with the program with over 40 years of experience. Also included in this program are written evaluations, performances at school and away, band music, and the opportunity to perform in both the Diocesan Band Festival and the Honor Bands.

Our overall Program was selected as the official program of instrumental music instruction for the Diocese of Arlington Schools in 1979. The program is staffed by full and part-time teachers with degrees in performance and music education. The Program is supervised by Mr.  Barry Ward, who has experience working with elementary schools throughout the diocese, and a retired assistant director from  Bishop Ireton High School in Alexandria. Mr. Ward’s diverse background as a performer and teachermakes him uniquely qualified to teach and supervise. He has published a number of educational articles, and composed and published music pieces through C. Alan Publications.

Our school’s band program has earned many honors, and in a sense, too many to list. Of course, the program is presently regenerating itself after this Covid year where there was both in-school and online lessons. If you are interested, we urge you to attend a registration / instrument rental meeting in September. More immediate questions can be directed to Mr. Ward at The3wardsdad@aol.com. If the interest exists, give your child all the possible support and assurance by attending the meeting at school. Enroll your child next year in our band program!