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FRIDAY FLYER Blessed Trinity Catholic School
October 6, 2017
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WONDER KICKOFF EVENT
This past Monday was our School-Wide Kickoff for Wonder. We were blessed to have many community leaders come into our homerooms and read to our students. We hope that families will consider reading this book with us. Please remember that you can join us in reading Wonder from home. Follow our Facebook page for the virtual book study. We will be posting discussion questions each week that you can share with your family. Also, be sure to take a picture of your family reading the book to enter to win some great Wonder prizes. Use the hashtag #BTReadsWonder
Here are some classroom photos:
Please find the Wonder “Choose Kind” T-shirt order form on the next page.
Click here for our school calendar Click here for our lunch menus
“Kiss the Pig” Fundraiser for Puerto Rico We will have a school wide fundraiser next week to help the victims of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico. Students can place donations in the jar of the teacher that they would like to see kiss the pig at next Friday’s Pep Rally. The following teacher’s will have donation jars: Mr. Reed, Coach Starling, Mr. Smythe, Mrs. Guerra, Mrs. Waller, Mrs. Losito, Mrs. Watts, Mrs. Ostanik, Mr. Elliot and Sister Theo. Please consider helping Puerto Rico by bringing in anything from spare change, big bills or checks to the school and watch your favorite teacher “Kiss the Pig!” ________________________________________________________________________________
Carnival News
Notes: 1. All students received two books of raffle tickets last week and those tickets have already been coming in. We are excited to see all of the support for our school and the carnival with the sale of the raffle tickets. Beginning next Wednesday, 10/11, any student who has sold at least 5 books of raffle tickets will be entered into a drawing for a free armband. Every five books sold, gets your name entered once in the drawing, so the more you sell the more chances you have. We will continue drawing names leading up to the carnival. Stay tuned for your chance to win! 2. This week we sent out the link for all family members to sign up to work the carnival. Please remember that this is the largest fundraiser we have for our school, and it would not be possible without your support. Additionally, this event reaches our entire Ocala/Marion County Community. There is nothing else like this available for families. We have the opportunity to showcase BT and how truly amazing we are! Here is the link if you still need to sign up or would like to work an extra shift to help our school: http://signup.com/go/LKThurm We will be locking the site on Friday, 10/13, so you will not be able to make changes after that point. Additionally, anyone not signed up by October 13th, will be assigned a shift to work.
Other School News
1. The date of next week’s athletic Pep Rally has been changed to Friday, October 13 at 2;00 p.m. We will recognize our fall student athletes and conclude out “Kiss the Pig” fundraiser. 2. Please note the change in the Living Rosary. We will be praying the Rosary as a school on Friday, October 13th at 8:15. All families are welcome to attend and pray with us. 3. Trinity Catholic High School will be here to speak to all 8th graders after Mass on Wednesday, November 1st from 9:15-9:45. We would like to invite all 8th grade parents to join us for Mass that day and then stay for the meeting. 4. Please find information below regarding the Ocala/Marion County Help the Homeless initiative. 5. There is no School on Friday, October 20. Parrish Day will be available from 6:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Find the link in the Useful Parent Resource Links below. 6. Ice cream sales will be moved to Thursday next week only. On Friday, October 13, we will have a bake sale in the lunchroom. The proceeds of the bake sale will go to help hurricane victims in Puerto Rico.
Upcoming Dates
T 10/10 Kona Ice at Lunch
W 10/11 School Mass 8:15 a.m.
W 10/11 Early Dismissal 2:00 p.m.
Th 10/12 Parent 7 Habits Training in School Library 6:00 p.m.
Th 10/12 School Board Meeting 6:30 p.m.
F 10/13 Living Rosary in the Church 8:15 a.m.
F 10/13 Pep Rally in the Gym 2:00 p.m.
W 10/18 8th Grade Science Fair Day
W 10/18 School Mass 8:15 a.m.
W 10/18 Early Dismissal 2:00 p.m.
Th 10/19 School Carnival Begins
F 10/20 School Carnival – No School for Students – Teacher Workday
School Picture Day Re-Schedule
School pictures have been rescheduled for Thursday, October 26
and retakes on Friday, December 1.
Hallway Days This is just a reminder that Hallway Days is next week, October 9th –
October 13th. Remember that this allows you to walk your child to class from 7:45-7:55 am and see all
of the work they have been doing. There is some really amazing work displayed in the hallways and
the students are so proud of what they have done. Please try to stop by one morning next week!
Red Ribbon Week is Coming!
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Red & White Night Committee
Early planning is already underway for the 26th annual Red & White Night! We will be having a Red & White meeting on Thursday, October 12th at 3:30 PM in the teachers lounge. Anyone interested in joining the red and white committee is encouraged to attend. If you have any questions, please email Kristy Zielinski at [email protected] for more information.
Box Tops
Our newest Box Top collection is underway. Help your class
earn an out of uniform day by collecting Box Tops. Goals are
500 per class (400 for Kindergarten). The deadline for this
collection is Monday, October 23.
We also want to congratulate 2A for reaching their Box Top Goal. Great Job!!
Carline Notes Elementary: Cars should utilize both lanes in the morning and in the afternoon.
Middle School: The carline should be single file in the mornings. Please DO NOT drop students off
either in front of the gym or at the crossroads in front of the outside basketball courts.
ALWAYS drive forward to the picnic tables. This is for the safety of our students.
You have time! Tardies do not start until 7:55. Thank You! Both lanes will be open in the afternoon.
GIFTS
Speech, Language & Reading Specialists will be available for screenings at Blessed Trinity on October
13th during the school day for children that struggle with speech, reading, hearing, language and/or
auditory processing. Students must be pre-registered with payment (cash only) by Wednesday,
October 11th. Questions....Call Carey Jones @352 694-4438. Please return form and payment in an
envelope with your child's name and GIFTS screening on the outside to your child's teacher. You can
find more information, including flyer and sign up form in Parent Resource Links above.
Lunchroom Awards
We want to recognize the following students for their exemplary behavior in the lunchroom. This is something to be proud of! These children stand out from the crowd showing exceptional Behavior in the lunch line and in the cafeteria, going above and beyond to be polite and courteous, to teachers, other students, and members of the lunch room staff! Thank you so much for being who you are! God Bless, Mrs. Amy
For the week of 9/25- 9/29:
Aaron Holtzclaw (8th), Janeily Rochez (7th), Sara Kingsley (6th), Briana Harper Mendoza (5th), John Meza (4th), Gabrielyz Rodriguez (3rd), Carlina Nunn (2nd), Mirando Go (1st), Hayley D’Angelo (K)
For the week of 10/2-10/6:
Olivia Fries (8th), Camden Brady (7th), Rylenn Ostanik and Kristen Kennedy (6th), John O’Donnell (5th), Nicholas DePasquale (4th), Max Burns (3rd), Evelyn Herrera (2nd), Sebastian Osvath (1st), Gabriel Smythe and Aubrielle Boden (K)
Useful Parent Resource Links Paper Copies of the following can be found in the School Front Office
• Elementary & Middle School Choir
• Extended Day
• GIFTS
• Parent Plus
• Parish Day Care
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Drop Everything And Lead
The Leader in Me process is designed to help our school community develop well-rounded children who know their strengths. The Leader in Me helps our students unleash their potential to lead their own lives and to influence others. This year we will begin every Monday morning with a schoolwide designated time to Drop Everything and Lead. We encourage you to ask your child what they are learning about Leadership! As the children understand and use the 7 Habits, research shows they will become more motivated, organized, engaged, and will take ownership of their learning.
TLIM Parent 7 Habits Training
Listed are the dates for 7 Habits training sessions for parents. All training sessions are held in the school library from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. and again from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
October 12 Habit 2
November 9 Habit 3
January 11 Habit 4
February 15 Habit 5
March 22 Habit 6
April 12 Habit 7
Athletic News Next Week’s Games:
Mon. 10/9 JV Volleyball OCA Away 4:00
Mon. 10/9 Vars. Volleyball OCA Away 5:00
Tues. 10/10 JV Volleyball 7 Rivers Away 4:00
Tues. 10/10 Flag Football Meadowbrook Home 4:00
Thurs. 10/12 JV Volleyball Grace Away (OPU) 4:00
Thurs. 10/12 Vars. Volleyball Senior Night Home TBA
Fri. 10/3 JV Volleyball Redeemer Away 4:00
Fri. 10/3 Soccer Redeemer Away 4:00
Fri. 10/3 Vars. Volleyball Redeemer Away 5:00
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Basketball News
There will be a free basketball clinic open run by Coach Christiano on October 23rd and 24th. All students who are in 5th – 8th grade and are interested in trying out for basketball are welcomed to attend.
Cheerleading News
UF Spirit Day
On Saturday, September 30, the Blessed Trinity Varsity Cheer Squad had the opportunity to participate in the University of Florida Spirit Day prior to the UF home football game vs. Vanderbilt. Team members were able to meet Gator Cheerleaders and also had the opportunity to cheer at “The Swamp” before kickoff. Way to go team !!!
CHURCH NEWS
FATHER PAT’S 1ST SACRAMENT
MEETING
Fr. Pat’s 1st Sacrament meeting will be on Sunday, October 8th
at 9:55 AM in the Gym.
The make up for this class is Saturday, October 14th at 9 AM,
in the chapel of the church. The meeting is mandatory for
parents of students making a sacrament, for the first time this
year, and all confirmation students. If you have any questions,
please call Jenny Burzotta at 629-8092 extension 3207 or
Altar Servers NEW Altar Servers Training:
The Altar Servers ministry is training new altar servers
each Wednesday in October (4th, 11th, 18th, 25th) , from
5:30-7:00pm in the church. Space is limited to 12
students and attendance is required for each of the 4
training sessions. Altar serving is open to any Catholic
youth that is in 5th grade-12th grade. Your serving
commitment is 1-2 masses per 8 week schedule cycle
and additional masses during the busier holiday times.
This is a wonderful ministry focused on learning the
Mass in detail, while serving at the Altar of Our Lord.
We look forward to all those youth ready to share their
time and talent with our ministry. We will have a short parent/student meeting on Wednesday,
October 4th at 5:30pm in the church, immediately followed by the first training session. Please email
[email protected] to register and reserve your spot for training or if you have any questions.
The next training sessions will be offered in May. Also, we request a parent or two to stay with us
during the trainings, even if you can only stay for one of the nights offered (must be fingerprinted,
please email us if you can help!).
Altar Server Techniques Refresher:
The Annual Altar Server Refresher training session will be held on Wednesday, October 11th from 2:15
until 3:15 in the church, immediately followed by a parent re-registration meeting. If you do not have
other arrangements available, Mr. Westgate and another adult chaperone will be at the church at 2:15,
so please let your teacher or aftercare supervisor know. At 2:15 we will begin with a quick snack break
and a few minutes to socialize before we start the formal session (don’t want anyone famished).
We request a parent volunteer or two to join us from 2:00 until 3:30, (must be fingerprinted). It would
be greatly appreciated. Please email us if you can stay and help keep everyone focused.
If you are unable to attend, please email Tim Westgate at [email protected] to get
information on alternative dates.
Parents Re-Registration Meeting
Altar Server Parent registration meetings, will be
held Wednesday, October 11th at 3:15, 5;15, or 7:30. Please pick a time that is convenient to
attend. Each session will be just a quick reminder of the responsibilities of Altar Serving, providing
updated contact information and Mass preferences, and a chance to ask questions. This session is in
addition to the Techniques Refresher that students must attend that same day. Each session is
expected to last approximately 15 minutes. If you are unable to attend, please email Tim Westgate at
[email protected] to get information on alternative dates.
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From the Nurse’s Office
The Parish Nursing Ministry in conjunction with Walgreens will be
administering flu shots here at Blessed Trinity in the Parish Hall on
Saturday, October 14th from 3:30-7:30 p.m. and on Sunday, October
15th from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
AND AGAIN on Saturday, October 28th from 3:30 – 7:30 p.m. and
Sunday, October 29th from 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Medicare and most insurance accepted!
FREE Flu Shots at Guadalupana on Sunday, October 15th from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Help Wanted
1. Blessed Trinity Church
Blessed Trinity is seeking a qualified individual to join the parish maintenance staff. Applicant should have some knowledge and experience in the following areas: minor electrical, minor plumbing, HVAC, painting, trimming and mowing, general repairs. This is a full-time position – 40 hours/week, Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. All employees of the Diocese of Orlando are required to successfully complete fingerprinting and background screening. Please submit resume and application available on the church website :
www.blessedtrinity.org or at the church office) to Fran Harwas, Human Resource Director,
[email protected] , (352-629-8092 ext. 3212.
2. Brother’s Keeper
Brother’s Keeper Outreach Ministry is accepting applications for our Thrift Store Operations Coordinator. This is a full-time position. Scheduled work hours are Monday through Friday from 8am-4:30pm with occasional work on Saturdays. Applicants should be able to satisfactorily complete the following duties;
a. Interface with all clients, customers, volunteers, and staff in a helpful, friendly, and professional manner.
b. Drive our box truck to pick up food, furniture, and other donations. Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more.
c. Oversee vehicle maintenance. d. Oversee building maintenance and cleaning according to daily/weekly checklists. e. Perform operational duties according to daily schedule. f. Assist volunteers in store as needed. g. Assist Executive Director with special projects.
Qualified candidates must pass a background check. Applicants can submit resumes via email to Jason Halstead, Executive Director ([email protected]) and complete an application at Blessed Trinity Church, located at 5 SE 17th Street in Ocala.
New Edge Shirt?
The newly designed Edge shirts have arrived, following Hurricane delays. If you pre-ordered, shirts will be available for pick-up this Friday 10/6, at the BT middle school picnic tables from 2:45 until 3:30. If you are not able to pick-up at that time, the shirts will also be available at the meeting on 10/14. We did order some extra shirts, which will be available for purchase at the meeting on 10/14.
“My Real Self”
Saturday 10/14
October Edge Meeting
6:30-9:00 in the Community Center All middle school students, join us in the Community Center as we gain a deeper understanding of our true-self and how to remove the Masks we hide behind. Discussions and activities will explore how we can be who we are created to be and not hide our gifts and talents. There will be games, activities, great discussion, and many friends. To celebrate the beginning of Fall, if you are able to contribute, please bring a Fall/Spooky snack or dessert to share. The meeting will formally start promptly at 6:35, so please be sure to be there and signed in before that time.
The night is jammed packed, activity filled and sure to be a lot of fun! We look forward to seeing all of you in the Community Center!
If you have any questions please email [email protected] or check us out on Facebook @ Blessed Trinity Edge or Instagram @BTOcalaEDGE. (BT students can wear any Edge shirt to school on Friday 10/13 with their regular uniform shorts and shoes)
Edge Night at the Carnival
Thursday, October 19th
5:30pm – 9:30pm VIP Armband and Dinner Deal
$20 Pre-payment due on 10/14
Wear EDGE Shirts
Join your Edge friend's Thursday Night at the Carnival to enjoy dinner, rides, and tons of fun! Edge will meet at 5:30 at the picnic tables behind the Community Center (across from the basketball courts). For $20 you will get an unlimited rides armband and dinner (hotdog/hamburger, French fries, and a drink).
Parents - We will have Edge adults wandering throughout the carnival campus from 5:30 until 9:30, however, we will not have small chaperone group supervision. We recommend you make arrangements to have an adult chaperone join your child's group of friends for the evening. Everyone joining Edge for the Edge Arm Band Dinner package should wear their Edge shirts (any Edge shirt) for easy identification in the crowd.
Edge Arm Band/Dinner Packages can only be purchased through Edge. Bring your $20
payment to the meeting on 10/14 or send your $20 along with your name and email address clearly written in an envelope marked "Edge" to the Church Office (not school office) by 10/13. Packages will be available until 10/14. Armband and Dinner Vouchers will be distributed the night of the Carnival. These discount packages are available for Middle Schoolers Only, sorry no family packages available, but you may obtain additional armbands through Edge as well (just not the dinner voucher for non-middle schoolers).
NEW Altar Servers Training
Mr. Westgate and the Altar Servers ministry is training new altar servers each Wednesday in October (4th, 11th, 18th, 25th) , from 5:30-7:00pm in the church. Space is limited to 12 students and attendance is required for each of the 4 training sessions. Altar serving is open to any Catholic youth that is in 5th grade-12th grade. Your serving commitment is 1-2 masses per 8 week schedule cycle and additional masses during the busier holiday times. This is a wonderful ministry focused on learning the Mass in detail, while serving at the Altar of Our Lord. We look forward to all those youth ready to share their time and talent with our ministry. We will have a short parent/student meeting on Wednesday, October 4th at 5:30pm in the church, immediately followed by the first training session. Please email [email protected] to register and reserve your spot for training or if you have any questions.
Remember to join us on Facebook at Blessed Trinity EDGE or follow us
on instagram @BTOcalaEdge, to get the most recent updates and see
pictures from past events.
Upcoming Edge Events:
Date Event Time
Sun. Oct. 1 Life Chain Sunday 1:40-3:15 p.m.
Sat. Oct. 14 October Meeting 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Thurs. Oct. 19 Carnival Night with Edge TBA
Sat. Nov. 4 November Meeting 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Sun. Nov. 19 Potluck in the Park TBA
Fri. Dec. 1 December Meeting 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Fri. Dec. 15 Edge Christmas Social TBA
Brother’s Keeper Notes
Soup Kitchen Volunteers Needed
Our soup kitchen is in need of more volunteers.
We would appreciate help every day of the week, but have an immediate need for help on Sundays. If you are interested in helping or would like more information, please call 789-8139 or 622-3846. Thank you for your consideration.
We’d like to especially thank all of our many committed volunteers who serve at the soup kitchen throughout the year. Thank you for sharing your time and talents with those in need. May God bless you!
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