Middle School Introduces One-to-One Device Program

Posted on by Janis DeVore

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.

As announced at the parent meeting in May, this initiative will provide each of the students in grades six through eight with access to a Chromebook. This advancement will enable us to increase technology integration across the curriculum and expand our commitment to differentiation of learning.

What do we need to know at this time?

During the 2017-2018 academic year, all 6th & 7th grade students will receive a new Chromebook for use both at school and home. Students in 8th grade will have access to the mobile cart of Chromebooks during the school day.

The Chromebooks for 6th & 7th grade will be made available on a “lease to own” model. Parents will pay an annual fee during August and retain the device upon graduation. The fee for the first two years will be $125 with a smaller fee of $100 during the 8th grade year.

What are the next steps?

During the month of July, I will forward to all middle school parents copies of the Technology Acceptable Use Policy Handbook & Agreement, the Student/Parent Chromebook Technology Use and Support Fee Agreement, and the Chromebook Sign-Off and Pledge.

The $125 fee and corresponding forms will be due on Orientation Day, August 25th. The Chromebooks will be distributed to students during the first two weeks of school.

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

60th Anniversary Celebration

Posted on by Janis DeVore

Calling All Alums … All Saints Catholic School will be celebrating its 60to Anniversary with two very special events in September 2017.

  • Friday, September 22 – An Evening Under the Stars in the All Saints courtyard with music, entertainment, food trucks, alumni displays, children’s activities, a photo booth, and more!
  • Saturday, September 23 – 60to Anniversary Mass and Reception – 10:00 AM, All Saints Church

We are trying to get the word out to All Saints alumni to invite them to these special events to connect with old friends and reminisce about their days at All Saints.

  • Facebook – If you are an alumnus of All Saints, please follow our Alumni Facebook page (facebook.com/allsaintsvaalumni) and RSVP for our 60to Anniversary events.
  • Alumni Displays – We are looking for photos and other school related items to include in our alumni displays. If you have anything to lend, please contact Janis DeVore at development@allsaintsva.org.
  • Spread the News – Help us spread the word about All Saints Catholic School’s 60to Anniversary by passing this information on to any All Saints alumni you know!

 

 

All Saints Announces Plans for 60th Anniversary Celebration

Posted on by Janis DeVore

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!

It's Restaurant Week!

Posted on by Janis DeVore

Fifth graders learn new skills during Restaurant Week.

Did you know it’s “Restaurant Week” in fifth grade? Students are putting their math skills into real world application by learning how math is used in a restaurant setting, from learning how to calculate a tip using percentages and decimals to understanding how to double a recipe using fractions.

The connection to everyday life doesn’t stop there. Students are learning social skills related to restaurant etiquette and developing cultural awareness by investigating how McDonald’s restaurants tailor their menu based on their global location. To round out the week, each fifth grader will participate in a “book tasting” to showcase their summarizing skills.

During the book tasting, students will write a short synopsis of a novel or short story to give others an overview of their book. After leaving these written summaries on their desks, students will travel to the other desks in their classroom to get a taste of each book. Based on the results of their “tasting,” students select the novel or short story that interests them the most.

All Saints fifth graders give Restaurant Week a thumbs-up, superior review. What a fun way to learn!