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November 2018
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Check the online calendar at stmarylc.org for the most up-to-date information.
Nov. 4 Daylight Savings Time
Nov. 4, 10:15am First Sunday Mass
Nov. 5-9 Box of Joy Collection
Nov. 7 Junior High Field Trip to the
Renaissance Festival
Nov. 7, 2:00pm Early Dismissal
Nov. 9 Yearbook Retakes and Sports
Picture Day
Nov. 12, 7:50am Morning Prayer for Veterans
Nov. 12-16 Book Fair (See Page 3 for Details)
Nov. 13, All Day Esteban’s Fundraiser
Nov. 15 “Stone Soup” in Kinder Classes
Nov. 15, 2:00pm NTC presents “Kilowatt Kitchen”
to grades K-6
Nov. 16, Lunchtime Grandparent Luncheon
Nov. 16, 1:00pm Early Dismissal
Nov. 19-23 Thanksgiving Break
Dec. 1, 9:00am-Noon Eucharistic Minister Training
Dec. 1, 6:00pm League City Christmas Parade
Dec. 2, 10:15am First Sunday Mass
Dec. 3-5 Junior High Science Fair
Dec. 3-7, Lunchtime Christmas Shop
Dec. 5, 2:00pm Early Dismissal
This year the archdiocese is hosting “Catholic Schools Got Talent,” a show highlighting talents
of our Catholic school students in grades 4-8! There will also be an Art Walk at the show. Acts
must submit audition video and all signed paperwork by 12:00am, November 16. The final
event will take place Saturday, February 2, at St. Pius X High School. Click on the following links
for eligibility information, and guidelines. Questions? Contact Mrs. Halbardier.
HalloweenHalloweenHalloween
It is time to bring in your Box of Joy! Bring to the school by Saturday, November 10 at 1:00pm. Thank you for your generosity! Also, consider including a $9.00 donation
with your box to cover the cost of shipping and handling.
Box of Joy Campaign
Bazaar 2018Bazaar 2018Bazaar 2018
Protecting God’s ChildrenProtecting God’s ChildrenProtecting God’s Children
St. Bernadette Church (Houston)St. Bernadette Church (Houston)St. Bernadette Church (Houston) Monday, November 5, 2018, 6:30pmMonday, November 5, 2018, 6:30pmMonday, November 5, 2018, 6:30pm
St. Bernadette Church (Houston)St. Bernadette Church (Houston)St. Bernadette Church (Houston) Thursday, November 8, 2018, 6:30pmThursday, November 8, 2018, 6:30pmThursday, November 8, 2018, 6:30pm
Holy Family Church (Galveston)Holy Family Church (Galveston)Holy Family Church (Galveston) Saturday, November 10, 2018, 9:00amSaturday, November 10, 2018, 9:00amSaturday, November 10, 2018, 9:00am
School volunteers, chaperones of field trips, and others who have regular contact with students, which
includes eating lunch on campus or visiting the classroom, are required by the Archdiocese of
Galveston–Houston to participate in the VIRTUS program. WalkWalkWalk---ins are not allowedins are not allowedins are not allowed, so please
register ahead of time! For more information, access the VIRTUS website at www.virtus.org. Some
upcoming classes in the area are:
First Sunday Mass
Students who attend wearing full dress uniform will earn free dress the following Wednesday.
Sign in at the table in the narthex when you arrive. There is a section reserved for school families in the back, but you may sit anywhere in the church. After
the Prayers of the Faithful, students gather in the back for the Presentation of the Gifts as a group.
November 4, 10:15am December 2, 10:15am
On November 12 at 7:50am, St. Mary
Catholic School will honor our veterans at
morning prayer. All military (active and
inactive) are invited to attend. Thank you
to all who have served our country!
St. Mary Family
Fundraiser!
Where: 402 W Main Street League City, TX
When: All Day Tuesday, Nov. 13
With each flyer presented, Esteban’s
will donate 10% of the event day sales
to St. Mary Catholic School!
Save the Date! St. Mary Catholic School
Annual Gala April 27, 2019
Watch D.O.G.S (Dads of Great Students) are
fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and other
father-figures who volunteer at our school. They
work alongside the teacher and actively engage with
the students. You can volunteer for a half day or full
day at the school. Must be VIRTUS-trained. For
more information or to volunteer
contact Mrs. Halbardier.
Morning Prayer LeadersMorning Prayer LeadersMorning Prayer Leaders Nov. 5-9 Ms. Richardson’s Kindergarten
Nov. 12-16 Mrs. Brummett’s PreK-4 Class
Nov. 26-30 Mrs. Gilmore’s PreK-4 Class
Dec. 3-7 Mrs. Wright’s PreK-4 Class
Dec. 10-14 Mrs. Gonzales’ PreK-3 Class
Students in the class leading morning prayer need to be in Cargill Hall by 7:45am. The
teacher will contact you ahead of time if your child needs to practice a speaking part. Parents are always welcome to attend!
November 12-16
Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted.
HOURS
Mon-Tues 8:15am-3:30pm
Wed-Thurs 8:15am-5:30pm
Fri 9:00am-1:00pm
FAMILY FUN NIGHT
A drawing of a Family Fun Pack of books and goodies will be held at 5:00pm on Thursday, Nov. 15! All students automatically entered into the raffle; need not be present to win.
Students will preview the book fair and bring home wish lists starting November 7. If you send money to school for your child to purchase items, remember to add 8% tax.
Teacher wish lists are available in the library for patrons to gift books each teacher wants for her classroom library.
Fair available online Nov. 8-23 at http://www.scholastic.com/bf/stmarycatholicschool17
Volunteers needed to help starting on November 7 — email Mrs. Pate if interested.
… Mrs. Richards for planning the ice cream social and Mrs. Judith Underbrink, and Mrs. Monthy for their assistance … Everyone who worked at the Bazaar and/ or contributed cakes and toys … Mrs. Burdeos, Mrs. Grilletta, Mrs. Robb, Coach De Leon, Coach Kelley, and all volunteers for helping make the Halloween Carnival a great success … Mrs. Hale and Mr. Baptiste for coaching the soccer team … Mrs. Schwanbeck for assistant coaching the volleyball team … Dr. Tambling and Mr. De La Rosa for volunteering as Watch D.O.G.S. … Mrs. Richards for organizing the roller skating party and Mrs. Ellison for her help … 1st- 3rd grade room parents and class
parents for sponsoring the Teacher Appreciation Luncheon
Teacher
Spotlight Mrs. Leila Flores Teaches: 2nd Grade
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Education Master’s Degree in
Educational Leadership
Mrs. Flores grew up in League City and has been teaching since 2007, mostly in the public school sector. She loves working with children and helping them to succeed. Mrs. Flores “strives to make their school year enriched with learning, but also a positive and happy experience.” She loves SMCS and feels blessed by the opportunity to teach here! She and her husband have a son and daughter that both attend St. Mary. She is also excited for the opportunity to “share my love of Jesus with young people.” She enjoys spending time with her children, travelling, and watching movies.
Mrs. Lynnette Pierel Teaches: 3rd Grade
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts Master’s Degree in
Educational Leadership
This is Mrs. Pierel’s 10th year teaching, and she is honored to achieve this milestone while at SMCS! Prior to joining the faculty at St. Mary, she taught for CCISD. She is the oldest of five children and comes from a family of educators. Since her childhood, she has also felt the call to teach. Mrs. Pierel loves the welcoming nature and energy from everyone at St. Mary. She married her college sweetheart eight years ago, and they have two sons. In her spare time, Mrs. Pierel loves to travel, visit family and friends, attend concerts, and “cherish quality time with my husband and sons.”
November 4 Mrs. Donaldson
November 4 Mrs. Finan
November 13 Ms. Madere November 19 Mrs. Bartosh
November 20 Mrs. Sisson
Bobcat Basketball
Come out and cheer on our St. Mary
basketball teams! Below is the game schedule for the month of November.
Schedule subject to change.
Girls Basketball
Nov. 9, 4:30pm Home against St. Clare
Nov. 14, 4:30pm @ St. Joseph
Nov. 15, 4:30pm Home against OLF (Texas City)
Nov. 30, 4:30pm Home against Queen of Peace (Richwood)
Boys Basketball
Nov. 8, 4:30pm @ Holy Ghost
Nov. 9, 5:30pm Home against St. Clare
Nov. 14, 5:30pm @ St. Joseph
Nov. 15, 5:30pm Home against OLF (Texas City)
Nov. 30, 5:30pm Home against Queen of Peace (Richwood)
Does your employer offer a Matching Gift Program? The link below contains a list of
companies that have donated to the
Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston in the past. Not all companies with programs are
listed, so check with your HR/Benefits department today for more information on their available gift programs. Matching Gift Programs are an easy way to double or even
triple your donation amount!
Matching Gift Company List
100% of your donation and matching gift goes directly to St. Mary Catholic School!!
1A Division Champs!1A Division Champs!1A Division Champs!
Spirit SquadSpirit SquadSpirit Squad
Kilowatt Kitchen The National Theater for Children
will present the program,
“Kilowatt Kitchen” to grades K-6,
on Nov. 15 at 2:00pm. The
show is performed by two
professional actors who will
lead our students through a
hilarious restaurant
venture, all while teaching
about energy, conservation, and resources. Read
more about this program on the web site.
Children’s Christmas Choir
Children’s Christmas ChoirChildren’s Christmas ChoirChildren’s Christmas Choir Remembering that if you sing you pray twice, all children and youth of the parish, ages 7 and up,
are invited to join our Children’s Christmas Choir. Practices will be held on Sunday afternoons from 2:00-3:30pm in the church. The first practice is
November 4. The choir will sing God’s praises at the 4:30pm Children’s Mass on December 24.
Students can earn service hours for participating! For more information, contact John Garza (281)
332-3031 ext. 105.
Holiday Drive for Interfaith Caring Ministries
Starting Nov. 26, we will be collecting items for the ICM Christmas shop. Thank you for
helping residents in need in our community this holiday
season! New toys for all ages, housewares (crockpots,
mixers, DVD players, etc.), and wrapping paper are all
greatly appreciated!
Grades 4 and 5 Field Trip toGrades 4 and 5 Field Trip toGrades 4 and 5 Field Trip to
Thanksgiving Food Drive
Help SMCS with our Thanksgiving Food Drive! Donations help stock the St. Mary Church Food Pantry. We are looking for specific donations at this time to help with the Food Pantry needs:
Box Potatoes
Pancake Mix
Peanut Butter Jars
Box Macaroni and
Cheese
Send these items in with your child
each Friday in November! Also,
Kroger gift cards are always
appreciated!
Grandparent Luncheon
Friday, November 16 A special lunch catered by Red River BBQ will be offered on Friday, November 16. Grandparents and/or other family members are specifically invited to eat lunch on campus. Here is further information about the day:
Meal order forms will be sent home with the family’s oldest child next week. Orders are due back by November 14.
Guests arriving for lunch must sign in at the front of the school.
Students leaving before 1:00pm dismissal must be checked out through
the office as usual. Don’t forget to visit the book fair in
the library!
Christmas ProgramChristmas ProgramChristmas Program Save the Date!Save the Date!Save the Date! December 13 December 13 December 13
Two Perfomances Two Perfomances Two Perfomances
9:30am and 6:30pm9:30am and 6:30pm9:30am and 6:30pm
Christmas Shop
December
3 - 7
The Christmas season is upon us! Let your children get involved with the season of giving by doing a little shopping and gift giving of their own. For the younger
children, parents can send a list with the student of who the student is shopping for along with shopping money. Handy helpers will be standing by to help them get their Christmas shopping done! Prices will start at $.25. We will also have a few fun stuffed friends we are raffling off for $.50 an entry. We have a variety of items for parents, grandparents, siblings, teachers, friends, and any other family members the students wish to buy for. We will have the shop open in Cargill Hall
during all lunch times December 3-7. Merry Christmas from your friendly Bobcat elves!
Advent Items for Sale The following items will be available for
purchase starting this month: Calendars with or without
chocolate Wreaths Candles
Order forms will be sent home soon. Contact Patricia Richards for more information.
Go to www.steps4students.org to register today!
This year, St. Mary Catholic School is launching a
Steps for Students Incentive program for students
and families! We have several incentives to boost
participation and pledges:
Classes with 100% Registration will have a
choice of lunch provided by SMCS!
Raffle - The prize is a Movie Basket! There are a
lot of ways to earn tickets:
(per individual or family)
Register - 1 entry
Each $25 raised - 5 entries
Attend STEPS - 10 entries
The Top Fundraisers (Boy, Girl, and Family) will
get to wear Jeans with Spirit Shirts on
Wednesdays throughout March!
See the chart below for the individual/family
fundraising goals and their incentives.
Level Pledges
Prizes! Individual Family
1 $50 $50 Ice Cream + 5 Raffle Entries
2 $75 $100 Free Dress Pass + 5 Raffle
Entries
3 $100 $150 Pajama Day with Popcorn
and Movie + 5 Raffle Entries
4 $125 $200 Pool Party + 5 Raffle Entries