pl5-21-15 - Cardinal John Foley Regional Catholic School

May 21, 2015
Dear Parent/Guardian,
“The souls of the just are in the hand of God”
Wisdom 3:1
This weekend we begin the “unofficial start” of the summer with the holiday of Memorial Day.
Memorial Day is a federal holiday in the United States. It is a day of remembering the men and
women who died while serving in the military. These men and women made the ultimate sacrifice
for our country. We live in freedom because of their willingness to give.
During the next few days people will visit cemeteries and memorials to honor those who have died.
Volunteers will place American flags on graves in national cemeteries. We will honor and give
thanks for those whom we do not know personally but whom we know were people with a
generous “spirit”.
As we celebrate and enjoy this weekend, let us be mindful of those who have provided this gift of
freedom for us all. Let us show our gratitude by remembering these men and women in our
thoughts and prayers.
This week our school community is praying for Matthew Anzideo, Mrs. Walters, Cullen Keffer, the
Coon family, Alice Rodgers, Valerie Dati, Dr. Mendez, Conall Harvey, Patrick Cataldo, Maureen
Sullivan, Jack Thistle,John Brady, Max Davaro, Damian Crossan, uncle of Corinne Facciolo in PS
who went to heaven, a special intention, as we celebrate Memorial Day, let us remember all those
who have sacrificed their lives in order for us to live in freedom and peace, and for all those in need.
Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Gravelle who welcomed Gavin Michael on Saturday, May 16.
Gavin weighed in at 8lbs 6oz and was 21 inches long! We wish his Mom and Dad good luck as they
begin their new role as parents.
To Mr. and Mrs. Giangiulio who welcomed granddaughter Kelsey Lynn on Monday, May 18. She
weighed in at 7lbs. 8oz and was 20 inches long.
Add John Matthew Dunn who became engaged to Sara Burns on Friday, May 15..
Sarah McGarrity was awarded a partial scholarship to Cardinal O’Hara High School and the Maguire
Scholarship. The Maguire Scholarship is a partial scholarship to an Archdiocesan High School of
Sarah’s choice. Congratulations, Sarah!
Aidan Graham, grade 8, will represent our school and Delaware County at the SCRIPPS Spelling
Bee in Washington, DC this week. We are proud of Aidan and wish him good luck in the contest.
Round 1 is on the computer, round 2 if you are interested in watching the content you can tune into
ESPN 3 on Wednesday between 10:00 and 11:45 am, Aidan is speller #203. Round 3 is also on
Wednesday between 3:00-5:00. The semifinals are Thursday am with finals that night.
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Principal Letter
May 22, 2015
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Sarah Bannan, Fiona Healey, Meghan Hoban, and Mirabelle Gallagher attended Merion Mercy’s
Leadership workshop in the spring. Each student received a certificate of acknowledgment and
completion.
Thank you to our parents who gave of their time and talent to offer elective programs to our students
this year. We are grateful to Mr. Boyle, Mrs. Cloran, Mrs. Graham and Mrs. Howard.
To all who helped make Muffins with mom a special morning.
We would also like to thank Mr. Woodburn for offering the students the opportunity to participate in
the Space Club this year.
The last day of counseling service is Tuesday. Parent conferences for students who have participated
in this service will be held on Wednesday.
Tuesday and Wednesday this week are the last days of the PS and PK lunch bunch program.
Wednesday is the last day for Reading classes with Mrs. Lavner.
The final Home and School Meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 27 at 7:30 PM in
Annunciation Church Hall. At this meeting we will review the scores and provide an update on the
school profile for the 2015-16 school year.
Grade 2 will be on a class trip on Thursday.
The Spring Concert will be held on Thursday at 1:15 PM and 7:00 PM in the gym. The students will
attend the performance scheduled at 1:00 PM. If you cannot attend the concert at 7:00 PM, you are
invited to attend the afternoon performance. We are looking forward to our band and choral
performance!
Grades 6, 7, and 8 will participate in the elective program on Friday. This is the last class for this
trimester.
Grade 4 will present their Biography Fair on Friday afternoon in the gym. Parents and friends are
invited to attend. May we ask that the students remain in school until dismissal? The office is not
staffed to handle the number of families who want to take their children home early at the same time.
Enjoy the long week end and the unofficial beginning of summer!
Sincerely,
Mary Ann De Angelo
Principal