A PRAYER for the NEW YEAR

Lord, whether I leave behinda year of joy or

of trials and difficulties,I pause to GIVE THANKS

Thank you for being with meevery day of every year.

Thank you for making all things NEWAnd for giving me

the grace of fresh startsAnd NEW BEGINNINGS.

Remind me of your presence in the days to come,

Even when I feel pushed and rushedBy busyness.

BE GLORIFIED IN MY LIFE THIS YEAR.Amen.

TWO student presentations for parentsClassroom Management: behavior and orderReport CardsLet’s be safe – cell phones, bathroom use, drillsSacramental Preparation and ReceptionVolunteers give their best by growing: meet the challenge and achievement of Catechist Certification!

How 1st graders pray at the beginning of class: A prayer procession, setting the altar,

recitation of prayers and petitions,A heart craft with parents assistance

A hokey- pokey dance of love for Jesus

4th

GRADE

4th graders asked and learnedabout angels:

Who are the angels? What are their names?What do angels do?

A song about the angelsA word search with parents about angels

6th

GRADE

6th graders played jeopardyabout scripture and the liturgical year:

Who are the prophets? How many candles are on the Advent wreath? Which prophet

wrote most about the coming birth of Jesus?And lots more questions . . .

Finally the adults were invited to play –including Fr. Connolly and Sr. Marie!

Guess who won?

- the students!

Classroom Management: behavior and orderQ: When should a student be sent to the office?

A: When he/she refuses to cooperate after being reminded and warned ?

When the behavior of the student makes it difficultor impossible for the teacher to teach and the students

to learn.When misbehavior is seriously wrong and/or

defiantly disrespectful.

Classroom Management: behavior and orderQ: When should desks be rearranged in the classroom?

A: When needed and when the catechist and students are able to return the desks back to the exact location

in which they were found originally. When enough time is allowed at the end of class

to make this possible.

HOW?

Classroom Management: behavior and orderQ: When are we great care-takers of the room we use?

A: When the room is left in better condition than the way we found it!

When the students remain in their seat throughout the class. When they are diligently supervised so that

they do not go into student desks - or worse – intoa teacher’s desk.

Give REPORT CARD to thePARENT at the end of class.

WEEK OFJAN. 22 - 26

Give REPORT CARD to theSTUDENT at the end of class.

WEEK OFJAN. 22 - 26

TOP WHITE PAGE:IT IS THE

Inform me of problems.

Document problems so that I am in a good position to respond to

parent concerns.

The report card should not be the first time parents are hearing

about problems or concernsfrom you.

Include honest positive feedback.

WEEK OFJAN. 22 - 26

Let’s be safe – cell phones, bathroom use, drillsHave a cell phone with you each week for safety.

Students should not use phones unless directed todo so for learning purposes.

Collection in basket and brought to office by a responsible student. Picked up just before the closing bell rings.

Grades 1 – 5 should be brought to the bathroom in a supervised group.

Grades 6 – 8 should use the bathroom before the bell rings for the start of class.

Let’s be safe – cell phones, bathroom use, drillsWe will have an “Outside School Alert” the second semester.

It is posted on the calendar: Jan 29 – Feb. 2Review the procedure for such an alert.

TAKE TIME BEFORE THE START OF SCHOOL TO REVIEW ALL SAFETY PROCEDURES. PRAY OFTEN FOR THE

SPIRITUAL AND PHYSICAL WELL-BEING OF OURSTUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES.

Unauthorized Persons outside the Building (“OUTSIDE SCHOOL ALERT”)

CLASSROOM DOORS SHOULD ALWAYSREMAIN LOCKED.

Immediate UNBROKEN SILENCE Lights should be turned off – Blinds should be completely

lowered and windows closed. Students should be moved to WINDOW side of classroom and

be seated on floor. If this is not possible due to classroom setup, move students into the hall and seat them against the classroom side of the hall.

Catechist should await further instructions.ALWAYS COME TO SCHOOL WITH YOUR CELL PHONE!

Sacramental Preparation and Reception

CONSIDER THE PRAYERSTHAT NEED TO BE LEARNEDBY HEART, THE NURTURING

OF THE CHILD’S RELATIONSHIPWITH JESUS, THE ABILITY TO

FORM A PERSONAL HABIT OFPRAYER, THE ABILITY TO

LOVE THEIR NEIGHBOR ATHOME, SCHOOL AND

WHEREVER THEY ARE.CHECK THE CALENDAR FOR

MEASUREMENTS.

FIRST PENANCE ANDHOLY COMMUNION

Sacramental Preparation and Reception

- ALL REQUIRED PAPER WORK SHOULD BE SUBMITTED. PLEASE CHECK. CONTACT PARENTS IF NECESSARY.

- CONSIDER THE MATTER THAT SHOULD BE KNOWN AND UNDERSTOOD BY CONFIRMANDI. REVIEW AND ASSESS.

- NOTICE WHEN STUDENTS WILL BE MEASURED FOR CONFIRMATIONROBES. INFORM PARENTS AND URGE STUDENTS NOT TO MISS CLASS.

- CHECK DATES AND TIMES FOR THE RETREATS, PRACTICES AND CELEBRATIONS OF CONFIRMATION.

-YOUR PRESENCE IS NEEDED AT THESE EVENTS.

CONFIRMATION RETREAT, ASSESSMENT AND RECEPTION

Volunteers give their best by growing: meet the challenge and achievement of Catechist Certification!

Catechist Formation Certification29 completed levels 1 & 2

7 completed level 1 but need level 240 need to complete level 1 and begin level 2

18 have not submitted any evidence of catechist formation courses

Printed copies of everyone’s record is available for you to take home. Please consider Making progress toward completion. It will make you a more competent and confident catechist. It will help your

students learn more and hopefully love more.

Lord, we do not rely on our own ability or strength; Instead we implore your grace. Help

us to serve Your people as You desire them to be served. Please give us a share of Your selfless

heart, Your deep wisdom, Your spirit of sacrifice, Your love of truth, goodness and beauty. When in our weakness we fall short, help us with your grace to improve our efforts. Thank You for the many graces that are ours and for the privilege of being your voice for the hearts of those we have been called to serve. Make us worthy.

Amen.