Service Activities Throughout Advent

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Next week we will begin our annual journey of Advent, a time of preparation for the
celebration of Christ’s birth. Through the years at All Saints we have established
several traditions that help to create a tone of anticipation and waiting as we prepare our hearts to celebrate the coming of our Savior.

Advent Wreath Prayer Services ~ On Monday morning the students will assemble in the Parish Activities Center for a school-wide prayer service highlighting the meaning of the Advent Wreath. During the second and third weeks of Advent, each Monday students will gather around three separate wreaths in each of the wings of the school where they will participate in grade level prayer services.
Sacrament of Reconciliation ~ Each of the students in grades three through eight
have already had an opportunity to encounter Christ in this beautiful Sacrament of
healing and forgiveness during two Penance Services that occurred earlier this week.

Bethany Food Pantry Collection ~ Our theme for the December collection
is “Desserts”. On December 20th, students are invited to bring in dessert items (cake mix, icing mix, cookie mix, brownie mix, pie filling, pie shells, etc.). Items should be able to maintain shelf life and not require refrigeration. Collection of these items will occur in the breezeway during morning arrival after which students from the National Junior  Honor Society will then deliver items to the food pantry.

Saint Gabriel Mission Outreach ~ The National Junior Honor Society will be preparing goodie bags containing candy and a coloring book to be distributed to 200 children after Mass on Christmas Day at St. Gabriel Mission.

Mitten Collection ~ The Peace & Justice Players are sponsoring a collection of mittens for the poor in our community. Students are invited to “lend a hand” by donating a pair or two by January 12.

Advent Parish Holy Hour

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Please come to the All Saints parish Advent Holy Hour on Monday, December 4 at 8:00 pm in the church. Fr. Noah will give a brief Advent-themed reflection. We will also pray the rosary together, and have time for silent prayer and benediction. All are invited to participate in this time of prayer, as we prepare for the coming of Christ at Christmas.

Fr. Noah will also lead a Children’s Holy Hour on Thursday, December 14 at 4:00 pm. Students (and parents) of all ages are welcome! Meet outside the parish library (at the church entrance nearest to the main entrance of the school).

NJHS Thanksgiving Food Drive

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Last week our students contributed approximately 1,600 pounds of food during our
annual Thanksgiving Prayer Service. It was a beautiful sight to behold as the children placed all of their donations at the foot of the altar.

Following the prayer service, representatives from the National Junior Honor Society transported all of the food to the Parish Activities Center where they divided it into 75 pre-packaged meals that were later distributed to families in need through the Bethany Food Pantry. Additionally, our school collected several dozen turkeys that were provided directly to the poor in our community. Thank you for your wonderful generosity and for helping your children to experience Thanksgiving as a time of giving.

Order Your 60th Anniversary T-Shirt

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6th Anniversary Spirit Shirts
Due to the popularity of the 60th Anniversary spirit shirts, we will be placing one final order.  If you are interested, please return the form linked at the end of today’s newsletter to your child’s homeroom teacher by October 13.  Forms may also be emailed to Kristi Hernandez at hzfamily7@gmail.com.

60th Anniversary T-Shirt Order Form – Order by October 13

Title I Update

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Title I is a federally funded initiative that provides services to benefit students in the elementary grades who are not yet showing mastery in math and/or reading.  In order to qualify for the program, students must be residents of the City of Manassas or live within the jurisdiction of a Title I zoned school in Prince William County and meet specific academic criteria.

Due to a change in schedules and assignments through Title I, Mrs. Pam Beckner will take the place of Mrs. Darianella Baret who was to have been our Title I teacher this year.  Welcome, Mrs. Beckner!

Mrs. Beckner and the faculty are finishing the referral process for students who meet the program criteria.  As we focus on differentiation in all of our classrooms, Title I continues to be a highly effective program for us in that it specifically targets the learning needs of students.  Should you have any questions about this program or your child’s eligibility, please do not hesitate to contact the office for more information.

2017-18 School Theme Announced

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Our theme for this year is “Live as children of light, for light produces every kind of goodness, righteousness and truth.”  Taken from St. Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians, this scriptural reference provides us with a daily reminder and invitation to live our lives in accordance with the Gospel message.

During our opening of the school year assembly on Tuesday morning, I asked the students, “Who is the light?”  Before I had the opportunity to call on one of the children, a kindergarten cried out enthusiastically, “Jesus.” Isn’t it ironic that with the entire school community gathered, it was one of the youngest who simply wasn’t able to contain his exuberance.  Yet that is how we are called to respond to the love and presence of God in our lives – with a profound sense of gratitude and awe that compels us to share the story with others.  And this is what makes a Catholic school environment so entirely unique, for it is a place where the children encounter Christ each day and are inspired to share the light of His truth.

Thank you for choosing All Saints for your family.  We are delighted that you are part of our community and look forward to a year of abundant blessings for our students and community!

Middle School Introduces 1:1 Device Program

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All Saints is pleased to announce that we will transition to a one-to-one device program in the middle school beginning in the 2017-2018 academic year. Students in the program will have access to a Chromebook for their use throughout the school day and at home.

In advance of the new year, 6th & 7th grade parents and students are asked to read and discuss the following program handbook:  One to One Technology Policy Handbook 2017.

What are the next steps?

On Orientation Day, 6th & 7th grade parents and students are asked to visit the Computer Lab and submit the following:

  • Technology Acceptable Use Policy (p. 23)
  • Chromebook Technology Use and Support Fee Form (p. 24/Fee of $125.00 payable to All Saints Catholic School)
  • Chromebook Policy Handbook Form (p. 25)

When will my child receive a Chromebook?

The Chromebooks will be distributed to students during the first two weeks of school after the teachers have reviewed and discussed policies and procedures.

We look forward to implementing this program that will continue to transform the teaching and learning process at All Saints.

All Saints Announces Plans for 60th Anniversary Celebration

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All Saints announced plans to celebrate the school’s 60th anniversary in style during a surprise student assembly on Monday, May 22. The event featured a birthday skit written by former All Saints teacher Mrs. Lewis and performed by an all-star cast of All Saints teachers and clergy (Fr. Juan). The Master of Ceremony was none other than Mr. Tessier, All Saints religion teacher and Director of Youth Ministry. The end of the skit featured the introduction of a surprise guest … the All Saints Eagle mascot.

Join Us in September 2017

Mark your calendars to celebrate the school’s 60th anniversary on September 22-23, 2017.

  • Friday, September 22 (6-9:00 PM) – An Evening Under the Stars in the All Saints Courtyard.
    The event will feature music and entertainment, food trucks, alumni displays, and activities throughout the event.
  • Saturday, September 23 (10:00 AM) – 60th Anniversary Mass followed by a reception in the Parish Activity Center

Current families, alumni, alumni parents, teachers, former teachers, All Saints parishioners, and community members are invited to share in this special celebration!

 

Third Graders Featured on WGTS Pledge of Allegiance

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All Saints’ third grade students will be featured on WGTS 91.9 radio saying the Pledge of Allegiance this coming week at 7:10 AM. Tune in from Monday, May 22 through Friday, May 26 at 7:10 AM to hear our third graders. Each day, the Pledge will be dedicated to a different military service person. Our thanks to WGTS 91.9 for giving us the opportunity to be a part of this program!