Saint Ambrose Family Newsletter
November 5th, 2021
Coffee Clatch
Gaga for Gaga Pit
Multiplication Pals
From the Principal
Dear Saint Ambrose Parents,
Thank you to the 7th grade parents for providing a delicious meal for the school staff. It was wonderful and we thank you. Also, thanks to HandS for an excellent morning treat; a coffee truck to meet the staff upon our morning arrival (the day after Halloween!). We are so grateful for your care and generosity.
We enjoyed our all campus retreat on Tuesday morning, and some work time in the afternoon. We had time to share how we came to Saint Ambrose. It was wonderful to listen to these stories.
School Emergency Closing Notifications -
This school year we will continue to use our Sycamore System for text and email notifications for school closures and delays due to inclement weather. You may also check Kare 11 and WCCO for notification that District 833 is closed - if they are closed we will be closed.
Please look for a TEST TEXT and phone call on Monday, November 8th in the afternoon, from the school office.
Make sure to update Sycamore with your current phone numbers and emails as soon as possible.
Next week we have a Ronnally's restaurant fund raiser (see flyer below). Thanks to this local business for your support of our school.
Please take a moment to check out the HandS Connection Newsletter.
Saint Ambrose-Pray for Us!
Have a great weekend,
Betsy Osterhaus Hand
Principal
Dr. Jules Nolan - Parent Session
"Technology, Social Media, Screen Time and Parenting"
November 22 at 7 p.m.
The use of social media and technology is one of the most popular areas of concern for parents of children and adolescents. How much is too much? How do we keep our kids safe online? What about the constant social comparisons? This session will focus on the latest research on use of social media and technology. It will also help us understand the relationship between brain development and what drives the need to feel connected online, as well as those areas of big concern like pornography and algorithms that target adolescent vulnerabilities. Parenting tips will be offered.
Saint Ambrose Fundraiser - November 9
Check the Lost and Found
Believe and Read - Groves Literacy Partner
Understanding the FLOSS Rule
The FLOSS rule states that in a one-syllable word with a short vowel, we double the final f, l, s, and z (z only 50% of the time). Students are usually able to read FLOSS words but often forget to double the letter when spelling. This is why it is explicitly taught in first grade and reviewed in second grade. You can help students remember this rule by pointing to the four quadrants on the pocket chart: the lines end in F, L, S, and Z!
***Note: As students learn multisyllabic words, they will often overgeneralize this rule. It only applies to one-syllable words.
Employment Opportunities
- We are in need of more substitute teachers, recess aides and lunchroom supervisors. Contact the school office if you are interested.
- Our Early Childhood is hiring teachers, aides and high school helpers (3:30-5:30 pm-must be 16. ). Email Anne Huber if you are interested ahuber@saintambrosecatholic.org
Pandemic Protocol Updates from 10/8/21
General Information
Lunch - The USDA will be providing free lunches for ALL students for the 2021-2022 school year. First meal and milk will be free of charge. There is a charge for seconds ($2.00) and milk (.60) taken with cold lunch. Look for lunch account information in the back-to-school folder.
Even though school lunches are of no charge this year, if you feel your family would qualify for free and reduced lunch, we ask that you fill out the application. By filling out this application, Saint Ambrose receives funding and will benefit the family as well. Please print this application and return the completed application to the school office.
Communication from school:
Log in to Sycamore to update any changes to your contact information. Download the Sycamore Education app to quickly access lunch menu, calendar and other essential school information.
VIRTUS Training Information for Volunteers
If you have not re-credential and have gotten an e-mail to that effect, or you know you have not re-credentialed in the last three years, you will want to do that here. Re-credential for VIRTUS
New Families
How often do students at Saint Ambrose attend Mass?
Currently, students in grades 2-8 attend Mass once a week, we are hoping to add K and 1st grade classes in later this year. Mass is held in the church on Wednesdays at 9:451m. Students participate in Mass in many ways including altar serving, reading, choir, and instrument participation.At this time we are not inviting the whole community to attend with us due to COVID -19 precautions but at some point hope that will be able to happen.
Have you "liked" our Saint Ambrose Facebook and Twitter pages? This is a great way to stay up to date on Saint Ambrose events.
Dates to Remember
Nov 9 - Ronnally Fundraising Event
November 16 - Picture Retake Day. Students who are having retakes may be out of uniform on this day; all other students will be in uniform.
Nov 18th - Gingerbread Family Fun Night for potential 2022-2023 Kindergarteners. Do you have or know a Pre-K student? Invite them and their families to meet our Kindergarten Teachers, Mrs. Hand, Mr. Whynott, and Mrs. Helmberger at information night on November 18 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. A light snack will be served before touring each Gingerbread-themed classroom. Questions or interested in attending? Please contact the school office.