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We are pleased to announce that Track It Forward is now available to register for the 2024-2025 school year! Through your volunteer dashboard you can sign up for volunteering opportunities to complete your points for the upcoming school year.

As a reminder, each family is expected to fulfill 25 points per year according to our Family Stewardship Program.

Please see the instructions to complete registration here. It is a quick form that will take you less than 2 minutes to complete. There are also some tips for navigating the site and finding volunteer opportunities.

• The registration step must be completed through a web browser.
• Please only complete one registration per family.
• Once registration is complete, please feel free to download the app by searching “Track It Forward” in your app store.

We have some events already in need of volunteers, including the Back to School Barbecue and assistants for the cafeteria and recess.

If you have any questions or need any assistance, please contact Mrs. Jen Sweiderk at schoolvolunteers@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 2024

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Rising Kindergarten

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

Rising 1st Grade

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

Rising 2nd Grade

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

Rising 3rd Grade

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

Rising 4th Grade

• Rising Grade 4 Math Summer Learning Packet
• Rising Grades 4-5 Reading Summer Learning Packet

Rising 5th Grade

• Rising Grade 5 Math Summer Learning Packet
• Rising Grades 4-5 Reading Summer Learning Packet

Rising 6th Grade

• Middle School Summer Reading Packet
• Rising Grade 6 Regular Math Packet
• Middle School Summer Religion Bingo

Rising 7th Grade

• Middle School Summer Reading Packet
• Rising 7th Grade Regular Math Packet
• Rising 7th Grade Advanced Math Packet
• Middle School Summer Religion Bingo

Rising 8th Grade

• Middle School Summer Reading Packet
• Rising 8th Grade Regular Math Packet
• Rising 8th Grade Advanced Math Packet
• Middle School Summer Religion Bingo

The All Saints Catholic School office will be closed during the month of July. The office will reopen on Thursday, August 1 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.

Employment Opportunity: Porter for CYO Sports

The mission of the Arlington Diocesan Youth & Young Adult Ministry Junior Catholic Youth Organization (JCYO) 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, JCYO sports are designed to foster cooperation, respect, sportsmanship, responsibility, leadership, competitiveness, fairness and courtesy.

To support our volunteer coaches and to provide better hospitality and security on game days next year, our Executive Team proposed and Fr. Lee approved a new position that will be paid. Part-time position of Porter available for the 2024- 2025 CYO season. The All Saints JCYO Porter will set up and close down the gym before and after basketball and volleyball games. The porter will also manage the door to the gym, assist visitors, and keep the facilities stocked. Plan to start Dec. 7 with nine (9) basketball weekends (both Saturday and Sunday). Volleyball schedule to be determined. Must be at least 18 years old. Pay $15 per hour. Email Rob Tessier, Director of Youth Ministry (rtessier@allsaintsva.org) for more information and to apply.

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

Congratulations to members of the All Saints Band on their performance at the Music in the Parks Festival this past Friday at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, VA. The All Saints Advanced Band performed in competition at Jamestown High School. The judges in the competition were professors from Virginia Commonwealth University and Old Dominion University.  

As a result of their performance, the students attended an awards ceremony in Busch Gardens, where they were awarded two trophies: 1st Place in their Division and the Esprit de Corp Trophy, the “spirit of the festival” award. This award recognizes the participating organization that displays an exemplary attitude of positive support and outstanding personal behavior throughout the festival weekend.

Performance recap scores revealed that our band had been awarded the highest scores at the festival, 93/95 points from each judge. The students and chaperones then enjoyed fun time and lunch at Busch Gardens. Mr. Sokolowski and Mrs. Croson, two lead band parents, organized a wonderful band trip for our students.  

Our band will be performing its Spring Concert tomorrow (Tuesday, May 14) at 2:00 and 7:00 PM in the Parish Activities Center. Come out and support our talented beginner and advanced bands. Our thanks to all of the chaperones for their assistance on the trip, and a special thanks to Mr. Barry Ward for his continued outstanding leadership of the All Saints Band Program.

Thank you, again, for your tremendous support of the 19^thAnnual Race for Education! We are so appreciative of your support.

Here is a summary of the results from the event.

Goal: $45,000 | Received to date: $51,550

School-Wide Rewards

• Dress Down Day for All Students & Mr. Conroy will wear the School Uniform (Tuesday, May 21)
• Extra Recess for All Students (Date/Time to be Determined by Each Teacher)

Class Level Awards

• 1^stPlace Class with the Most Sponsorships – K1.
  This class will have the honor of “dunking” Father Daniel in a Dunk Tank at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 24.  All students, faculty, staff, and parents are invited to the Dunk Tank Event.
  
• Runner-Up Class for the Most Sponsorships – PK1 & 3B (Tie)
  Both classes will get to play a game of kickball with Father Daniel!

Race Winners:

The following students were awarded medals for completing the most laps on race day. Medals were awarded to the winners from each race session (Pre-K/K-2nd/3rd-5th/6th-8th).

Pre-K: 

Brooklyn F. (PK1) 

Sebastian G. (PK1)

K-2nd:

Kili S.(1B)

Leigham B. (1A) and Rocco M. (2A)

3rd-5th

Kayden T. (4A) and Carolina B. (4A)

Luke B. (4A)

6th – 8th

Lara M. (6A) and Olivia S. (8A)

Connor P. (7B)

Faculty Winners

Mrs. Starrs (6^thGrade Homeroom/Middle School Science Teacher)

Dr. Gross (6^thGrade Religion Teacher)

High Flier Raffle

The following raffle winners received a $100 VISA gift card.

Erin C. (2B)

Valarie A. (5A)

Addison T. (8B). 

Award for Most Sponsorships

The following students received a $100 VISA gift card.

Martha M. (K1) and Hector M. (PK1)

VIP Carpool Raffle

Congratulations to the Harvill and Reynolds Families.  Look for them at the front of the line during dismissal!

Thank you, Mrs. Ballard and Mrs. Burroughs, for serving as Race Coordinators and for all that you did to make this event such a wonderful success!

All Saints students tested their knowledge of the Catholic faith in the 13th Annual Catholic Cup on Monday, January 29. The event kicked off the start of Catholic Schools Week. Winners of previous classroom competitions from grades 4-8 advanced to this final round of the Catholic Cup, an academic-style competition with questions related to Catholic theology and teaching.

Congratulations to our 2024 Catholic Cup winner Quinton V. and to our runner-up, Charlie M. It was a return feat for Quinton, who also won our 2023 competition.

We thank Fr. Daniel Ruewer, Mr. Safian, and Mr. Tessier for serving as judges, Dr. Gross for serving as competition host, and to Mr. Tessier and Dr. Gross for coordinating the event. The Catholic Cup provides a wonderful way for all of our students, those directly participating and those in the audience, to expand and celebrate their knowledge of the faith.

All Saints Catholic School was thrilled to welcome Laura Theissen, the author of the newly published book, “Cuthbert: The Eagle Who Found His Wings,” to All Saints Catholic School on Thursday, February 1st. This special author visit took place as part of our Catholic Schools Week celebration!

Mrs. Theissen, a former All Saints school parent, recently published this inspiring tale of a majestic American bald eagle who loves to swoop and fly above the clouds. Then one day, his life changes, and through adversity, he learns the power of God’s love and grace and what it really means to soar.

Those who love our All Saints Eagle mascot Cuthbert are sure to be engaged by this heartwarming story. Cuthbert has an extra special place in the hearts of the Theissen family. When the author’s son Lucas was in sixth grade at All Saints, he won a contest to name our eagle mascot. Lucas selected the name Cuthbert after learning about St. Cuthbert and his efforts to protect birds and wildlife. When Laura Theissen’s son Lucas was in sixth grade at All Saints, he won a contest to name our eagle mascot. Lucas selected the name Cuthbert after learning about St. Cuthbert and his efforts to protect birds and wildlife.

CSW Author Visit – Thursday, February 1st
Mrs. Theissen lead three book readings and author Q&A discussions in the All Saints Gym with students in Pre-Kindergarten to second grade, grades 3-5, and middle school.

As our online photo album can attest, Cuthbert spent the day at All Saints and was quite excited to be part of the publishing world!

How to Purchase the Cuthbert Book
For those who are interested in owning your own copy of Cuthbert: The Eagle Who Found His Wings, the book is available for purchase through Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Walmart, and Apple. 

The book is also available on the ReaderHouse website through the link below; enter promo code “FFSave10” and receive 10% off your order!

https://readerhouse.com/product/cuthbert/

We can’t wait to welcome Mrs. Theissen back to All Saints. Please see this week’s Arlington Catholic Herald for an article link to learn more about her writing experience and inspiration in writing this new children’s book.

Dear Parents & Guardians,

I am excited to share with you the news that Mrs. Harrill, first grade teacher, has been selected as one of two winners of the 2024 Catholic Business Network (Prince William Chapter) Catholic Teacher Awards.  I am delighted that Mrs. Harrill is receiving this recognition and grateful for her outstanding work in our school. 

The following is an excerpt from the application submitted on her behalf.

Mrs. Harrill is a highly dedicated first grade teacher who for the past two decades has contributed significantly to student learning at All Saints Catholic School.  With a steadfast commitment to the mission of Catholic education and a desire for each student in her class to grow and succeed, she has demonstrated tremendous dedication to the children entrusted to her care.  She is a teacher who is truly inspired to make a difference which is evident by her determination and the passion for excellence that she brings to the classroom each day.  With a strong understanding of literacy and the skills needed for emerging readers, she differentiates instruction to target the various levels of learners in her classroom.  Using a variety of strategies that include small group instruction, integration of technology, and parent resources, she provides both the structure and motivation for her students to succeed.    

The Prince William Chapter of the Catholic Business Network hosted a special awards presentation and dinner featuring the Arlington Diocese Superintendent of Schools Dr. Joseph Vorbach on Wednesday, January 17.  Please see this article in the Arlington Catholic Herald for more information about the Catholic Business Network award and special event.

On behalf of the entire school community, congratulations Mrs. Harrill!

In Christ,

David E. Conroy, Jr.

Principal