Principal's Weekly Update
Week of September 25th-29th
Principal's Notes
Dear Families,
This week our middle school students took a field trip to Colt State Park for a day of recreation and reflection. The students spent time with Fr. Williams and the middle school faculty discussing leadership and enjoying each other's company. The weather was beautiful and everyone seemed to have a great time. The middle school also had their class elections this week. We will be focusing on leadership development with our older students this year and working with them on how to set a positive example for our elementary students.
Our administration, faculty, and staff participated in a professional development session with Beth Hamilton, Associate Director for Accreditation and School Improvement, this past Thursday. As I have mentioned before, we are in a self-study year as we prepare for our re-accreditation in the Fall of 2024. Keep an eye out for surveys in your inbox that will provide us with important data for this self-study. Your feedback is important to us.
This coming week the Catholic Schools Office will be bring a camera crew to film a short video about Holy Name School. They will visit our classrooms and see our students and teachers in action. We are excited to share all the great things that are going on in our building with the community.
We will have a staffing change within our gym program. Mrs. Barreira will be taking over our physical education classes. Our elementary school students enjoyed the beautiful weather and had fun with some obstacle courses in the school yard today.
Our School Life Committee will be holding a meeting for Oktoberfest planning this Tuesday, September 26th at 6pm in the parish center. The funds raised through Oktoberfest are used to offset the cost of tuition and keep Holy Name School affordable for families. Please consider joining us for the meeting or volunteering a couple of hours for games and activities. This event is only possible through the support of families.
We are also currently reviving our Instagram page. Please be sure to follow us at @holynameschoolfallriver.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Megan dos Santos
Principal
Colt State Park
Windsocks by Grade 4
Kindergarten and Pre-K Students Showing Off Their Masterpieces
Calendar
This Week
- Spirit Wear Day - see info below
- Oktoberfest Meeting - 6 p.m.
9/27
- Grade 8 Parent Meeting - 6 p.m.
Upcoming Events
10/3 - Picture Day
10/5 - School Life Committee @ 6 p.m.
10/6 - No School for Professional Development (SAL Day - details to follow)
Safety Evaluation and Walkthrough
We are partnering with the Fall River Police Department in evaluating our school building to ensure that it is safe and secure as possible for our community. On the morning of Tuesday, 9/26, a few School Resource Officers will be visiting to do a walkthrough with the members of our staff. Please be aware that this is a planned visit.
Tuesday, 9/26: Spirit Wear Dress Down Day
Holy Name School will be holding a Spirit Day this coming Tuesday. Student may hear any school spirit wear or navy blue or yellow clothing. Students who would like to show their school spirit and dress down should bring in a non-perishable food item. All food will be donated to Bishop Stang High School's National Honor Society food drive organized by a Holy Name alumna
Holy Name's Got Talent!
Holy Name's Got Talent! On October 21st, our students will have the chance to present a Talent Show at Oktoberfest. Signups will take place on Monday and Tuesday of this coming week. Auditions will be taking place after school on 9/26 with Mrs. Tavares in the gym. All students from Grades 2-8 are welcome to prepare, and perform their special gift or talent alone or with friends. Up to four people will be allowed per act, and song lyrics must be approved beforehand by Mrs. Tavares. Music must be presented before or at the time of the audition. Auditions will take place between 2:30-4:30p in the gym, and sign up times are first come first serve. For any questions, please contact Mrs. Tavares.
Grade 8 Parent Meeting
There will be a meeting on 9/27 at 6 pm for all grade 8 parents to discuss the upcoming events for the year. All parents are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Latin Club
We are excited to announce that we will be starting a new club. The Latin Club will meet every Monday from 2:45-3:45. Under the direction of Deacon Maurice Ouellette, students will have a change to learn from the language, read translations, and study culture. This club is open to students in Grades 6-8. The first meeting will take place on October 2nd.
Sunday - Welcome Breakfast
Alll families are invited to the annual Holy Name Welcome Breakfast on Sunday, September 24. Breakfast will be served in the Holy Name School auditorium after both the 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Masses. No tickets or reservations needed; breakfast is free and open to all. Breakfast includes eggs, bacon, homefries, pancakes, and breakfast pastries. Come enjoy food and fellowship as we celebrate the start of another school year!
Children's Liturgy
As we begin a new school year, we are excited to bring back Children's Liturgy of the Word. Fr. Williams will be hosting a Children's Homily during the 10:30 Mass on the first Sunday of every month. During the remaining Sundays of the month, children will be invited to take part in Children's Liturgy of the Word during the 10:30 Mass. Children's Liturgy of the Word is facilitated by lay volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering to make the Mass accessible and meaningful to the children of our parish, please contact Dorothy Mahoney-Pacheco at 401-556-9729 or faithformation@holynamefr.com. If we have volunteers, Children's Liturgy of the Word will begin during 10:30 Mass in October.
Adult Bible Study
Adjustment Counselor - Mrs. Cynthia Roche
Mrs. Roche will be returning this year and available to meet with students on Friday mornings. Please reach out to Mrs. dos Santos via email if you are interested in having your child meet with her during these times.