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All Saints Catholic School will host an Open House for prospective parents for the 2025-26 school year on Wednesday, January 29 at 9:00 AM.  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.

Beginning Sunday, January 26, All Saints will celebrate Semana de las Escuelas Católicas, an annual opportunity to join with schools across our nation in highlighting the distinct mission of Catholic education.

As we look ahead to Catholic Schools Week, we want to share some exciting highlights for the week!

Sunday (January 26) – Celebrating our PARISH

• Students are encouraged to wear their winter uniforms when they attend Mass at All Saints. Miss Mallon and Mrs. Perez will make end-of-Mass announcements, and the school will host an information table! (Please check Track It Forward to register to help and earn stewardship hours.)

Monday (January 27) – Celebrating our COMMUNITY

• Dress Down Day for students, faculty, and staff.
• Community Service – Students collect items to make “Feed My Lamb” bags for St. Lucy Project (Catholic Charities) to help combat food insecurity. Donated items will be used to make weekend meal bags for students from five Manassas City and Prince William County Public Schools. See Feed My Lamb flyer for a list of assigned items per grade level.
• Student Reflection – Students complete an “I love All Saints” project to reflect on why they enjoy being a student at All Saints.
• Catholic Cup – Get ready for the 2025 Catholic Cup competition at 10:00 AM in the Parish Activities Center (Grades 5-8).
• Parent Appreciation – Thank you for choosing Catholic education. Parents … look for a special treat from our faculty & staff at morning carpool!

Tuesday (January 28) – Celebrating our NATION

• Saints on the Home Front – What a great way to celebrate our nation with special projects focused on American saints.
• Science Fair – It’s time for the annual All Saints Science Fair for students in Grade 7.

Wednesday (January 29) – Celebrating our STUDENTS

• Open House – All Saints welcomes prospective parents to our Winter Open House in the Parish Activities Center at 9:00 AM.
• Author Visit – Monica Stultzfus, author of The Ripple, reads from her book and speaks to our students about kindness, and the process of writing and publishing a book. Parents are welcome to attend. Details to come.
• Student Focus – Let’s celebrate our students with prayer buddy time, along with a special snack at recess, longer recess, and no homework!

Thursday (January 30) – Celebrating our VOCATIONS

• Vocations Panel – The school hosts a Vocations Panel with various religious at 1:00 PM. Members of the Vocations Panel visit younger grades during the afternoon to answer questions about their lifestyle and discernment.
• Spiritual Bouquets – Classes make spiritual bouquets for our parish priests and staff to thank them for their support of and involvement in our Catholic school.

Friday (January 31) – Celebrating our FACULTY, STAFF, VOLUNTEERS

• School Mass – Join us for our school Mass as we celebrate the Memorial of St. John Bosco, a saint well known for his love for and commitment to young people.
• Surprise Breaks – Faculty enjoy surprise 10 minute breaks during the morning from Mr. Conroy or Miss Mallon.
• Noon dismissal
• Faculty/Staff Luncheon – Thank you to our PTO, for all you do throughout the year to support our faculty and staff!

As we celebrate Catholic Schools Week, I wish to thank you for the trust that you continue to place in our school and for your partnership with us. We are so pleased that you have chosen to give your child/ren the gift of a Catholic education and delighted that you are part of our All Saints community!

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A partir del domingo 26 de enero, Todos los Santos celebrará la Semana de las Escuelas Católicas, una oportunidad anual para unirse a las escuelas de todo el país para poner de relieve la misión distinta de la educación católica. Con la mirada puesta en la Semana de las Escuelas Católicas, ¡queremos compartir algunos aspectos destacados de la semana!

Domingo (26 de enero) – Celebrando nuestra PARROQUIA

• Se anima a los estudiantes a llevar sus uniformes de invierno cuando asistan a Misa en Todos los Santos. La Srta. Mallon y la Sra. Perez haran anuncios al final de la Misa, y la escuela tendra una mesa de informacion. (Por favor revise Track It Forward para registrarse para ayudar y ganar horas de mayordomía).

Lunes (27 de enero) – Celebrando nuestra COMUNIDAD

• Servicio Comunitario – Los estudiantes recogen artículos para hacer bolsas “Alimenta a mis corderos” para el Proyecto St. Lucy (Caridades Católicas) para ayudar a combatir la inseguridad alimentaria. Los artículos donados se utilizarán para hacer bolsas de comida de fin de semana para los estudiantes de cinco Manassas City y Prince William County Public Schools. Vea el folleto “Alimenta a mis corderos” para una lista de artículos asignados por nivel de grado.
• Reflexión Estudiantil – Los estudiantes completan un proyecto “Yo amo a Todos los Santos” para reflexionar sobre por qué les gusta ser un estudiante en Todos los Santos.
• Copa Católica – Prepárense para la competencia de la Copa Católica 2025 a las 10:00 AM en el Centro de Actividades de la Parroquia (Grados 5-8).
• Apreciacion a los Padres – Gracias por escoger la educacion Catolica. Padres … busquen un regalo especial de nuestra facultad y personal en el carpool de la mañana!

Martes (28 de enero) – Celebrar nuestra NACIÓN

• Santos Americanos – ¡Qué gran manera de celebrar nuestra nación con proyectos especiales centrados en los santos americanos!
• Feria de Ciencias – Es hora de la Feria de Ciencias anual de Todos los Santos para los alumnos de 7º grado.

Miércoles (29 de enero) – Celebración de nuestros ESTUDIANTES

• Casa Abierta – Todos los Santos da la bienvenida a los padres potenciales a nuestra Casa Abierta de Invierno en el Centro de Actividades Parroquial a las 9:00 AM.
• Visita de Autor – Monica Stultzfus, autora de The Ripple, lee de su libro y habla a nuestros estudiantes acerca de la bondad, y el proceso de escribir y publicar un libro. Los padres son bienvenidos a asistir. Detalles por venir.
• Enfoque en los estudiantes – ¡Celebremos a nuestros estudiantes con un tiempo de oración entre compañeros, junto con un refrigerio especial en el recreo, un recreo más largo y sin tarea!.

Jueves (30 de enero) – Celebración de nuestras VOCACIONES

• Panel Vocacional – La escuela organiza un Panel Vocacional con varios religiosos a la 1:00 PM. Los miembros del Panel de Vocaciones visitan los grados más jóvenes durante la tarde para responder preguntas sobre su estilo de vida y discernimiento.
• Ramos Espirituales – Las clases hacen ramos espirituales para nuestros sacerdotes de la parroquia y el personal para darles las gracias por su apoyo y participación en nuestra escuela católica.

Viernes (31 de enero) – Celebración de nuestro PROFESORADO, PERSONAL Y VOLUNTARIOS

• Misa escolar – Únete a nosotros en la misa escolar para celebrar la memoria de San Juan Bosco, un santo muy conocido por su amor y compromiso con los jóvenes.
• Descansos sorpresa – El profesorado disfruta de descansos sorpresa de 10 minutos durante la mañana de la mano del Sr. Conroy o la Srta. Mallon.
• Salida al mediodía
• Almuerzo para el profesorado y el personal – ¡Gracias, PTO, por todo lo que hacéis a lo largo del año para apoyar a nuestro profesorado y personal!

Al celebrar la Semana de las Escuelas Católicas, deseo agradecerles la confianza que siguen depositando en nuestra escuela y su colaboración con nosotros.  Estamos muy contentos de que hayan elegido dar a sus hijos el regalo de una educación católica y encantados de que formen parte de nuestra comunidad de Todo los Santos.

CYO registration for Girls Volleyball will open on February 1st. Register before the March 9th deadline.

• Girls in 3rd-8th Grade are eligible to participate. 
• Practices will be once a week in the All Saints Gym and start March 17.
• Matches will be on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the Diocese and start April 5.
• End-of-season tournament will be held in mid-May.
• Cost is $40 per player.
• Preseason skills clinic is being planned. Date TBA.

All Saints CYO relies on the volunteerism of parents and members of our All Saints community. If you are interested in coaching volleyball (head or assistant) or if you have any questions about CYO Volleyball, please email Laura Emden, Commissioner for Volleyball, at laura.emden@gmail.com. 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. CYO registration for Boys & Girls Spring Track & Field will open on February 1st. Register before the April 1st deadline.

• Boys and Girls in 3rd-8th Grade are eligible to participate. 
• Practices will start in mid-March at the Pennington Track. You can still register after practices begin through April 1.
• The Spring Track & Field Meet will be held in late April/early May.
• El coste es de 20 dólares por participante. 
• Please email Ruth Kelly, Commissioner for Track & Field, at ruthkelly509@gmail.com, and Hank Konstanty, Assistant Commissioner for Track & Field, at hkonstanty@gmail.com with any questions.

The mission of the Arlington Diocesan 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.

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 sportsdirector.cyo@allsaintsva.org. No child will be denied participation due to financial need. Please email sportsdirector.cyo@allsaintsva.org if you would like to discuss options for financial aid.

CYO Sports Registration Link:  https://reg.sportspilot.com/106526/leagues

Deadline: Friday, January 31

The Yearbook Committee is hosting its annual Yearbook Cover Art Contest. The committee is looking for a front and back cover that represents the spirit of All Saints Catholic School and incorporates our theme – Filled with God’s joy and peace, abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

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.
  
• Please avoid using crayons or glitter.

Mrs. Shumway will be introducing the contest during art classes in early January. Entries are due to Mrs. Liu no later than Friday, January 31, 2025. The winning entry will win a free Yearbook. We look forward to seeing your amazing artwork!

Yearbook Cover Art Contest Flyer (English)

Yearbook Cover Art Contest Flyer (español)

Students in grades K, 1, 4, 5, and 6 will be participating in the annual Christmas Pageant, The Living Crèche. The Pageant is one of All Saints School’s great traditions that brings together the music program as well as our theatre arts program. It is a beautiful opportunity to share the message of the Incarnation through story, song, and celebration.

• Date:  Thursday, December 19th, 2024
• Time: 7:00 PM
  (6th graders report to the PAC atrium at 6:25pm; all other grades report to the narthex of the Church at 6:45pm.)
• Parents/ family members who are unable to attend the evening performance are more than welcome to attend the afternoon performance at 1:45 PM in the Church.
• Place:  Iglesia Católica Todos los Santos
• Attire: Festive, “Sunday best” attire (except for costumed sixth graders). See dress code below.

• Girls:
  Dresses, skirts, or nice dress pants (no bare shoulders or sleeveless dresses; the length may not be shorter than two inches above the knee), blouses or sweaters that are not form-fitting, with a neckline that is an appropriate length (i.e. just below the collar bone); Jeans, jeggings, leggings, or tights used as pants are not permitted. Sweaters should not have words or characters pictured on the front.
• Boys:
  Shirts and/ or sweaters (no sleeveless; sweaters should not have words or characters pictured on the front) and dress pants that are appropriate for church (i.e. navy blue, black, gray colored) and appropriate socks (dress socks).

Looking for holiday gift ideas? We are excited to announce a new partner, 1st Place Spiritwear! Our new spirit wear store is now open! They are currently offering a 25% discount an.

#GivingTuesday Update – 12/4/24
We are so pleased to share that we exceeded our #GivingTuesday goal, raising $11, 895 in support of this year’s Annual Fund initiatives. Tremendous thanks to our #GivingTuesdaydonors for their generosity and support!

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All Saints Catholic School will once again be participating in #iGiveCatholic on #GivingTuesday to jump start our 2024-2025 Annual Fund campaign.

#GivingTuesday will take place on Tuesday, December 3rd, but our portal is already open!

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#GivingTuesday | #IGiveCatholic

Your generous support of our Annual Fund campaign will make a meaningful difference in our school. Previous campaigns have supported the purchase of new ActivPanels throughout our school, the extension of Wi-Fi enabled classrooms, the creation of our parish Video Production Studio, and our new Book Vending Machine.

The goal for this year’s Annual Fund Campaign is $25,000 with $10,000 coming from #GivingTuesday. The Annual Fund will support of the following initiatives:

• Programa de Robótica
  Launched in the spring of 2014, our Robotics Club is in need of upgraded hardware and
  equipment, and additional training opportunities to better serve the students in our middle
  school club and competition team.
• Habilidades ampliadas de matemáticas
  New K-8 math instructional resources and materials will focus on strengthening critical math
  skills, including fact fluency and computational thinking.
• Language Translation
  Real-time English/Spanish translation devices will enhance communications during parent-teacher conferences, PTO events, and Open Houses.
• Cafeteria (K-8)
  Funds will supplement the cost of replacing cafeteria tables in need of a refresh.
  Purchase of an Electronic Visitor Management System to allow a digitized process and enhanced security screening for all visitors entering our school.

This is a perfect opportunity for those looking to make charitable contributions prior to year-end for tax purposes.

If you have any questions or would prefer to donate via check, please contact Janis DeVore at development@allsaintsva.org.

Thank you for your support!

What is the All Saints Robotics Club working on during these last few weeks of 2024? Here is an update from club moderator, Mr. Ben Roy.

Building Momentum:

• Base Builds: Most of our teams have completed the construction of their base robots. This is a significant milestone, and we’re proud of their hard work and dedication.
  
• First Programs: Our teams have taken their first steps into programming by executing simple programs on the competition board in Mr. Saffian’s classroom. Witnessing their problem-solving skills as they debugged their code to achieve the desired robot movements was truly inspiring.

Wednesday 11/20 Challenge: Uber Driving Robots!

This week, we’re taking our learning to the next level. We’ll simulate a real-world scenario by transforming our robots into “Self-Automated Uber Drivers”! Students will navigate their robots through a city maze on the competition board, first using a remote control and then writing a program in Vex Code IQ. (See attached challenge)

Vex Code IQ is a user-friendly visual programming software that makes it easy for our students to understand and implement coding concepts. https://codeiq.vex.com/

I’m continually amazed by our students’ enthusiasm and creativity!