THEME for the 2016-2017 school year

“We are God’s work of art”

IMPORTANT DATES

Mon., Oct 10 *No School –Columbus Day

Thurs., Oct. 13 * Mass 8am

Mon., Oct. 17 *PTO Meeting 7pm

Fri., Oct. 21 *Quarter 1 Ends

Sat. Oct. 22 *FYC Halloween Party-flyer attached

Oct. 23-Oct. 27 *Scholastic Bookfair- See below.

Thurs., Oct. 27 *Early Dismissal 11:30

*Parent-Teacher Conferences 1-8pm

-See the letter in today’s folder

Fri., Oct. 28 *No School

Fri., Oct 28 *Trunk ’n Treat and Clambake- see attached flyer

Dear Parents,

In this day and age it is important to closely monitor electronic devices children can access. You

have probably heard of Jesse Weinberger who is an expert in the field. She has written books and

travels as a speaker teaching ways to protect our young people from the potential dangers. Please

take time to view the video, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j8YR6kuILs4, which talks

specifically about young people and cell phone use.

I would like to take this opportunity to remind everyone of our cell phone policy as it is written in

the handbook. If students must bring a cell phone to school, they must store it in their backpack in

the ‘off’ position for the entire school day. Students’ phones which are not turned off, or not stored in

their backpack or locker, will be confiscated and kept in my office until dismissal. That includes

recess, lunch, and dismissal times. If they need to contact home, or vice versa, please utilize the

school office. Mrs. Borally would be happy to help with phone calls.

A number of students have been carrying their phones in their pockets, afraid the phone may be lost

or stolen. While I understand their concern, my suggestion would be to leave the phone at home

unless it is absolutely necessary. A phone in the pocket can be a big temptation. As Jesse

Weinberger says in her video, “You know where your children are during school hours.” Any

communication between student and home should be conducted through the school office. Thank

you for helping to maintain vigilance for the students’ safety.

Mrs. Whiteley

Dear Parent, 1st quarter Parent Teacher Conferences are mandatory for all families. Conferences will be with your child’s homeroom teacher and will be held: DATE: Thursday, October 27 from 1-8pm PLACE: Communion of Saints School You will receive your child’s 1st quarter report card from his/her teacher at the time of your conference. To register for a conference with your child’s homeroom teacher, please use the link below.

https://ptcfast.com/schools/Communion_of_Saints_School Once you are registered on the site, you will be given access to schedule a conference with your child’s homeroom teacher. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, October 14, 2016 After Oct. 14, if time blocks remain, you will be given the option to sign up for a conference with additional teachers. Please only register for your child’s homeroom teacher at this time.

FROM THE DESK OF THE PRINCIPAL

PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES

*If you would like to schedule a conference with Mr. Prevesk, the PE teacher, please contact the school office-216-932-4177. *If you would like to schedule a conference with Senora Zapata, please contact her directly: lzapata@communionofsaintsparish.org If you do not have internet access, please contact us via phone at 216.932.4177.

To celebrate the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi- October 4- and his care and concern for all of God's creatures, the students of Communion of Saints, in conjunction with the School Spiritual Life Committee, are asked to:

*Bring in old blankets, towels and sheets from Oct. 1 through Oct. 14. Donations may be brought to the school office during school hours or dropped off in the Joachim Room before or after mass. All donations will be sent to the Cleveland APL. Please note: the items do not need to be new. Items can be used, torn, have holes , as long as they have been laundered.

As we celebrate the Feast of Saint Francis, so many of our students are asking questions about Heaven and whether or not animals can go to Heaven, Fr. Matt and I decided to tackle this tricky question: Do animals go to Heaven? It's a question that neither we nor the Church can give or has given a clear-cut definitive answer to (no, not even Pope Francis), so divergent opinions abound. But, I believe we responded with truth, sensitivity and a good bit of humor.

https://youtu.be/MsZ9vFmHctU

The month of October brings not only colder weather, but also many school activities along with it. There are upcoming activities where parent volunteers are needed. Children learn the virtue of service by seeing it in action. Please help to demonstrate the importance of service and school by volunteering here at Communion of Saints. We appreciate the dedication of all the parents who give of their time so freely. Now is the time to step up and join in; you will be welcomed with open arms! Please see the attached flyer for current opportunities!

CELEBRATING ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI

VOLUNTEER PLEA!

‘HEY FATHER…”

The Scholastic Book Fair will be held in the cafeteria at Communion of Saints from Sunday,

October 23rd through Parent-Teacher Conferences Thursday, October 27th.

Volunteers are the sellers and motivators that make our Book Fair a success year after year.

Volunteers are needed to fill 2-hour slots throughout the week. Please prayerfully consider this quick

volunteer assignment. This is a great opportunity to spend some time with the children of

Communion of Saints.

Use this link to sign up for your volunteer time, and thank you for your help!

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080e44ada828a64-communion2

2nd Annual Communion of Saints Parish

Trunk ‘n Treat and Clambake!

Friday, October 29, 2016 Please join us for Treats, Great Food, and Fellowship. See the attached flyer and order form. *Father Daughter Dance-SAVE THE DATE: Friday, November 18 7-10pm. More info to follow.

Welcome to the 2016-2017 Communion of Saints School Year! We are excited to announce a NEW website to order COS SPIRIT WEAR at any time throughout the year. We have partnered with Ohio Team Shop, alumni of our school, to provide a variety of spirit wear for adults and

children. Please note: Spirit wear is NOT uniform code. Although you have the option to choose the

logo on your spirit wear; students will not be allowed to wear spirit wear during the day in school.

Check it out at http://store.ohteamshop.com/css1

MORE INFO ATTACHED. READ ON

PTO

SPIRIT WEAR

SCHOLASTIC BOOKFAIR

Wrestling in the Diocese of Cleveland CYO is dedicated to developing the

complete young athlete. This means that CYO Wrestling will teach the technical

aspects of wrestling as well as social, emotional and spiritual components of being a

well rounded young person. The culture of CYO requires that members of the team

and coaches be committed to honoring the Rules, Officials, Opponents, Teammates

and One’s self. By identifying with the culture of CYO, the young person will see

growth not only on the mat, but in daily life as well!

The Diocese of Cleveland CYO Wrestling Team is coached by individuals that

have successfully taught the skills of youth wrestling for many years. They have

exceeded the standards of coaching in the CYO and are committed to the mission and

values of the Diocese of Cleveland. The coaches’ care and commitment to the

development of the complete athlete to be more Christ-like in the way they live will

be evident at each practice and competition.

If you are in the 5th to 8th grade, JOIN THE TEAM to continue the 50 year tradition of

wrestling in the Diocese of Cleveland CYO and enjoy the feeling that comes from

challenging oneself to be more than you thought you could be.

Make sure you are part of the 2015-2016 season!

Athlete Information

First Name:

Last Name:

Birth date:

Grade:

Religion:

Race:

School:

Parish:

Guardian Information

Name:

Address:

City & Zip:

County:

Phone:

Email:

Payment Information

Payment Type: Visa MasterCard Check

Card Number/Check Number:

Card Security Code:

Expiration Date:

Cardholder First & Last Name:

Cardholder Address:

Cardholder City, State & Zip:

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