January 16, 2024
Dear Parents and Guardians,
So even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream. I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal. ~ Martin Luther King Jr.
Some words and moments in history are so powerful, it can be difficult to offer an additional reflection. I simply invite us to read, or reread the transcript of the “I have a Dream” speech.
https://static.pbslearningmedia.org/media/media_files/Full_text_I_Have_a_Dream_.pdf
May freedom ring on the hearts, minds, and home of all people,
Ms. Danielle Gonzalez
THIS WEEK:
Monday, January 15
- No School – Martin L. King Jr. Day
Tuesday, January 16
- Rediker Parent Portal is closed while teachers finalize grades
- Grades 6-8 Language Arts and Literature Midterm Exams
Wednesday, January 17
- Grade 5 – Math Midterm Exam
- Grades 6-8 Math and Religion Midterm Exams
Thursday, January 18
- Grade 5 – Reading Midterm Exam
- Grades 6-8 Science and Social Studies Midterm Exams
- 6:30 PM HSA Cigar and Whiskey Night: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18JQCYgteoq0IdYBVWwuOf6cuDOwpmGT-/view?usp=sharing
Friday, January 19
- 8th Grade Graduation Pictures – *Students must wear their full school dress uniform and bring their cap & gown to school labeled & on a hanger.
- Grade 5 – Science Midterm Exam
NEXT WEEK:
Monday, January 22
- Grade 5 – Social Studies Midterm Exam
Tuesday, January 23
- Grade 5 – Religion Midterm Exam
Wednesday, January 24
- Grade 5 – Grammar Midterm Exam
Friday, January 26
- End of Marking Period II
REMINDERS:
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
Catholic Schools Week begins Sunday, January 28, 2024. The theme this year is Catholic Schools: United in Faith and Community. There is a great week planned to celebrate at St. Philip Preparatory School! Take a look below.
Sunday, 1/28 – Kickoff to Catholic Schools Week Mass – Attend 10 AM Mass at St. Philip the Apostle Parish! Children’s choir will be singing. We ask all students attending to wear the school uniform.
Monday, 1/29 – Celebrate our Community – Mrs. Clifford has organized a guest speaker with Maryknoll Missionaries who will speak to all the classes.
* ATTIRE for the day: There will be a $2 minimum donation to dress down for all students, faculty and staff. All money collected will be donated to Maryknoll Missionaries. Feel free to donate more if you can.=
Tuesday, 1/30 – Celebrate our School – Bishop Sweeney will be celebrating the 9 AM Mass for our school. There will be a Pep Rally organized by 8th grade in the Auditorium at the end of the day.
* ATTIRE for the day: This will be a Spirit Day and students can also wear green and yellow accessories. Any accessories will need to be removed before going over to church. *No leggings – gym sweatpants or SPPS pajama bottoms only.
Wednesday, 1/31 – Celebrate our Vocations – Career Day.
* ATTIRE for the day: Students are invited to dress up as their future career aspirations.
Thursday, 2/1 – Celebrate our Students – Buddy Day
* ATTIRE for the day: Dress Like Your Buddy Class. (More information to come from your child’s homeroom teacher.)
Friday, 2/2 – Celebrate our Church – Conclude Catholic Schools Week by attending 9 AM Mass (Feast of the Presentation). The National Junior Honor Society Induction Ceremony will take place after Mass in the Church.
* ATTIRE for the day: Regular school uniform and attire unless it is a Gym day for PreK – 5th grade. All middle school students will be in regular “dress” uniforms. This is also a 12 Noon dismissal for students.
