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May 2014
President’s Message
2014
We have all survived the crazy weather, April vacation and the change
to summer uniforms. As May rolls around, we only have one more flip of
our calendars and then before you know it, the summer hiatus will be
upon us. Next year will be a transition year for the ICSPA board with
the following positions open (as of right now):
Co-Presidents (2).
Please contact Heather Short at shorty_home@msn.com or Danyelle
Letendre at dbletendre@comcast.net with any questions and we will do
our best to answer any of your questions.
There are still many activities planned for the rest of the year so read the
rest of the newsletter and watch backpack mail for more details. Keep
our second graders in your prayers on May 3rd as they celebrate the
Sacrament of First Communion, our Eighth Graders on May 31st as
they graduate, and Father Michael as he makes the transition to his new
(and very lucky ) parish June 1st.
God Bless,
Heather and Danyelle
May 2014
IC SCHOOL SOCIAL NIGHT
Join Parents, Friends, and Alumni
of the Immaculate Conception School and Parish Community
for an evening of breakfast-inspired munchies and cocktails (cash bar).
Where?
When?
How much?
Stephen Anthony’s Restaurant (Function Room)
999 Boston Post Rd E, Marlborough, MA 01752
Saturday, May 10th, 5:30-7:30 pm
**FREE**
Thank you to the sponsors of this spring get-together:
MARLBOROUGH COUNCIL 81
RSVP to Sandi Barrett: advancement@icschool.net
**Space is limited – adults only**
Co-hosted by the Immaculate Conception School Annual Fund Leadership Team
and the Immaculate Conception School Parents Association
May 2014
IC Family Night
Please join us on Tuesday, May 20th
at Lotus Blossom Restaurant
394 Boston Post Road Sudbury, MA
Come enjoy some Chinese and Japanese cuisine and help raise money for
the school at the same time. Lotus Blossom will donate 20% of Dine in
or Take out Sales that evening from 5 to 9 pm when you mention our
"IC Family Night".
Look for additional details to come via backpack mail as this event
approaches.
Thank-you Social
The ICSPA is hosting a “thank-you social” after the 9:00 a.m. Mass on
Sunday, May 18th. We’d like to take this opportunity to thank the
members of the Parish for their support to the Immaculate
Conception School. To donate baked goods please contact Karine
Laidley at karine.laidley@gmail.com, or call (508) 251-2216. If you
plan on attending the 9:00 a.m., please join us for some
refreshments and catch up with fellow parishioners.
May 2014
The IC School 8th grade class of 2014
will be holding a CAR WASH & BAKE SALE
Saturday May 10th from 8:00 – 1:00
Navin Rink 451 Bolton Street (Rte. 85) Marlborough
All Cars/SUV’s/Mini Vans $5
Please come see us and support our efforts to raise money for
graduation activities
Treasurer’s Report
We have hit our $35,000 goal and have a little to spare for end of year
activities (Grandparents’ Day and Year End BBQ).
May 2014
IC SCHOOL WESTERN COOKOUT 2014
Friday June 6th during lunch time.
All students can join in the fun!
Watch backpack mail in May for further information.
Questions: Julia Mitchell ianjuliamitchell@comcast.net or 508-303-8875
Before you know it the end of the school year will be here. We are
planning the “End of the Year Tailgate Party”. Save the date!
When: Friday, June 6th, 2014
Time: 5:30 to 8:30 pm
Where: Meehan Hall and Upper Parking Lot
There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, ice cream from Trombetta’s, beer
and wine (cash bar), fun, friends, and music.
Cost:
$15.00 per adult
Free for children in 8th grade or younger
Watch your email and backpack for more details
May 2014
Annual Appeal
The weekend of May 17th and 18th is the IC School Annual Fund Parishioner Appeal at
all of the Masses. We are in need of students who would be able to serve as greeters
before the start of Masses that weekend. It will involve arriving at church 15 minutes
prior to the start of Mass, handing bulletins to parishioners as they enter the church
and saying “Good Afternoon” or “Good Morning” as appropriate. Students would
need to be dressed in their formal or summer uniforms. Parents will need to supervise
their children. Permission slips will be sent backpack mail the first week in May.
Contact Mrs. Sandi Barrett at 508-481-391 or Advancement@ICSchool.net if you are
interested. Your participation is greatly appreciated.
BAKE SALE
We had another successful Bake Sale, with proceeds of almost $900.
A BIG Thank You to everyone who lent their baking talents and
helped with sales after masses.
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Final ICSPA Meeting of the school year
May 7th in Meehan Hall from 6:30 to 7:30
If you haven’t been to an ICSPA meeting in the past, it’s not too late!
----Babysitting and refreshments will be available----
May 2014
Grandparents/Special Person Day is Friday, May 2nd. Thank you to
all those parents who have agreed to volunteer their time this morning to
ensure all the children in the Convent and Lower Schools have a
wonderful time during this event. We are looking forward to meeting many
grandparents and special guests of our students.
Volunteers Needed
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Calendar Raffle: This is a huge fundraiser. Rose has been doing a fantastic job the
last few years and could use some help with Public Sales Events, Sunday Masses,
Incentive Prizes, and Distribution. Many hands make light work.
Movie Night: Mary Ward has run this event for grades PS-5. This event can be shared
with a friend. Ideally, a Convent School parent/guardian would work best for these
events, since most attendees are in the younger grades. A parent running the movie
equipment and another in charge of food and admission works well. We would be
more than happy to show you how to use the equipment and review all other tasks
associated with movie nights.
Santa Breakfast Coordinator: The coordination effort can be shared by you and a
friend. This popular event has many volunteers to share the work load. Tasks
include recruiting, organizing, & scheduling parent volunteers. Preparing newsletters
and email blasts. Construct countdown calendars, conduct status meetings with event
sub-chairs, and organize venue set-up and clean-up.
ICSPA Co-Presidents: If you are interested in becoming an ICSPA Co-President for
the 2014-2015 school year or would like more information please contact Danyelle
Letendre or Heather Short.
Please contact Danyelle Letendre or Heather Short if you are interested in any of the
volunteer positions.
May 2014
Save the Date
May 2nd – Grandparents / Special Person Day
May 3rd – First Communion
May 7th – Final ICSPA Meeting
May 10th – ICS Spring Social
May 18th – Thank You Social after 9am Mass
May 20th – Lotus Blossom Family Night
May 26th – Memorial Day – NO SCHOOL
May 29th – Ascension Thursday, School Mass with Presentation
May 31st – 8th Grade Graduation
June 1st – Father Michael’s Last Mass, reception following
June 6th – End of Year School BBQ’s
June 13th – Last Day of School (11:00am dismissal)
Waffle Wednesday is coming to Stephen Anthony's Restaurant in May!
Watch backpack mail for details....