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6th Grade LOGOS
LOGOS (log’ os) n. *gr.+ literally means “the Word”
In the beginning was the Word…
and the Word was God…
and the Word became flesh and lived among us… John 1:18
o What is LOGOS? o LOGOS format- arrival time 5:45 p.m., each session students will share a meal (5:45-
6:30), a faith based activity (6:30-7:00), and attend class (7:00-8:00 p.m.), pick up 8:00 p.m. (must park and come in)
o 6th grade LOGOS is only held on Thursdays. Family Religious Education (FRE) is an option for 6th grade, registration forms are available online.
o Cell phone policy- students may bring a cell phone, however, must be turned off during program time. A parent will be notified if it becomes an issue.
o Student behavior- One rule: Everyone will treat everyone as a child of God. No one will treat anyone else as if they do not matter
o Weather closures- If Plymouth-Canton Schools are closed due to weather LOGOS will be cancelled and an email notification will be sent to you.
o Parent Volunteer requirement- o LOGOS cannot be what it is without the support from Parents. We thank you in advance
for all your help to make LOGOS the success it is. o Every volunteer is required to attend Protecting God’s Children and have a background
check on file. Details on PGC in packet. o Meal time-
o Reminder email with the menu is emailed the Monday prior to LOGOS. ALL FOOD IS PEANUT FREE.
o Communication- o Email is our main communication, please notify Joanna of any email address changes.
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Welcome to Saint Kenneth’s Logos program!
One of the factors that make Saint Kenneth’s Logos program unique and successful is that we
are blessed with families who are willing to volunteer their time and talent. You will find
volunteer opportunities on the registration form. An explanation of each opportunity is in this
packet.
Each volunteer is asked to support our safe environment by attending a “Protecting God’s
Children” workshop. We ask that you attend a workshop so that we can create a community
of informed adults who model appropriate behavior, are vigilant to the warning signs of abuse
and take action to prevent abuse and improve safety. If you have already taken “Protecting
God’s Children”, please inform us where and when it was taken. The workshop only needs to
be attended once.
Volunteers at Saint Kenneth are also asked to have a criminal background check. Simply fill
out the authorization form and return to Saint Kenneth in a sealed envelope prior to the first
Logos session.
Thank you for choosing Saint Kenneth for your place of worship and your student’s religious
education. We are looking forward to a year of faith, fun and fellowship at Logos.
Blessings,
Joanna Vaghy
Logos and Youth Ministry
Saint Kenneth Catholic Community
734-927-1253
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What is LOGOS?
The LOGOS program is a means of providing an in-depth and well- rounded Christian
nurturing experience for the youth of our parish community. LOGOS is a disciplined and
structured program of faith formation that emphasizes relationship with God and each other.
This is achieved by utilizing a four part system; catechesis, worship skills/prayer,
activity/playtime and table ministry (meal sharing).
LOGOS is offered bi-weekly on Thursday evenings from September through March.
Sessions meet from 5:45-8:00pm. Parent involvement is essential and required for the
program to flourish.
Arrival
Sessions are held from 5:45-8:00 PM
Programming begins with dinner in the Social Hall unless notified.
Students may be dropped off in front of the Parish Hall 10-15 minutes prior to sessions. Dismissal
All students are dismissed at 8:00pm
Early dismissal requires prior written notice. Students will be escorted to the Parish Office and released only to parent or parent-designated adult.
FOR EVERYONE’S SAFETY, CARS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO PARK OR STAND IN THE
DRIVEWAY – THIS IS A FIRE LANE – Please move to the parking lot and come into the
building to get your student. We will NOT dismiss students without a parent or
parent-designated adult.
Bad Weather Cancellation
Sessions are cancelled when Plymouth-Canton Schools are closed due to inclement weather.
Contact Information
Office hours are Monday-Thursday 9:00am-3:00pm
Phone numbers: 734-927-1253 Joanna, Coordinator [email protected] 734-927-1254 Jonell, Assistant [email protected]
for emergencies during sessions, call 734-891-3464.
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Discipline Policy
LOGOS only rule:
Everyone will treat everyone as a child of God.
No one will treat anyone else as if they do not matter.
Therefore:
Students and adults will be on time for all sessions, prepared to participate fully.
Respectful language, attitudes, and behaviors will be practiced by all.
Disruptive and/or destructive behaviors have no place in the LOGOS program. This includes the use of bad language, alcohol, tobacco, illegal substances, *cell phones or other electronic devices.
Lapses in good judgment will be handled on an individual basis; first by catechists and then by the program coordinator. Students will be given every opportunity to choose acceptable and appropriate behaviors. Parents will be notified as necessary.
*devices that are confiscated during Logos can be picked up by a parent at dismissal.
Parent Volunteer Requirement
Each volunteer is asked to support our safe environment by attending a “Protecting God’s Children” workshop.
St. Kenneth will offer an opportunity this fall to become compliant volunteers through the Archdiocese of
Detroit. We ask that you attend a workshop so that we can create a community of informed adults who model
appropriate behavior, are vigilant to the warning signs of abuse and take action to prevent abuse and improve
safety. If you have already taken “Protecting God’s Children”, please inform us where and when it was taken.
The workshop only needs to be attended once.
How to register for a Protecting God’s Children Workshop
1. Go to www.aod.org
2. Protecting God’s Children (Right side)
3. Register for Training (Right side)- click start registration
4. Create user account with your ID (email address) and password
5. Input your personal information and parish information.
6. Register for one you can attend.
If you have any issues, please contact Joanna.
Volunteers at Saint Kenneth are also asked to have a criminal background check (attached to registration).
Simply fill out the authorization form and return to Saint Kenneth in a sealed envelope prior to the first Logos
session.
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LOGOS PARENT VOLUNTEERS
IT IS VITAL TO THE PROGRAM THAT ALL PARENT VOLUTEERS ARE PRESENT. IF YOU
ARE NOT ABLE TO FULFILL YOUR COMMITMENT, PLEASE CALL THE OFFICE
(734.927.1253) or EMAIL JOANNA at [email protected] AND WE WILL ARRANGE FOR A
SUBSTITUTE.
Each volunteer is asked to support our safe environment by attending a
“Protecting God’s Children” workshop.
The Role of the Catechists and Assistants (8-12 volunteers)
The Catechist is responsible for a group of up to 16 students and will follow the curriculum
provided to them. Catechists will attend catechist in-services and work toward Catechist
Certification by attending local Archdiocesan Catechist Formation Programs.
The Role of the Kitchen Leader: 5:00-7:30 (4-6 volunteers)
The Kitchen leader arrives at 5 p.m. to help get food prepped and ready to serve. They will also
coordinate the servers and cleanup crew.
The Role of the Meal Team: 5:15-7:30 (60 volunteers/ 45 minute, rotating schedule)
Each meal team will be scheduled on a rotation. Your assignment may be to serve (5:15-6:30)or
clean up after dinner (6:30-7:15).
The Role of the Table Parent (20 volunteers)
The Table Parent will sits with a group of students through the dinner hour. We ask that the table
parent attempt to be at their table before the students arrive. Parents will help facilitate the
conversation and activity so that all of the students participate and have a good Logos
experience.
The Role of the Shopper (3-4 volunteers/rotating schedule)
The shopper will get an email Monday morning with directions. The shopper picks up items
(typically at Gordon’s) and returns them to the pantry at St. Kenneth social hall. All receipts are
turned in to Joanna.
The Role of the Decorators (4 volunteers/rotating schedule)
Decorators meet to prepare the hall on Thursday of Logos. Tables are set with table cloths, place
mats, napkins, glasses and silverware. Decorations and supplies will be provided.
The Role of the Hall Monitor: 7:00-8pm (4 volunteers/rotating schedule)
Monitors help direct students to their classrooms, check that students are where they should be,
pick up the attendance sheets from the classrooms and escort students to the office that need to
leave early.
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