From the Principal's Desk
Dear Father Doyle Families,
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! As the Church's celebration of the Christmas season comes to a close this weekend with the celebration of the Epiphany, so to does our school's celebration of Christmas with our Annual Christmas Concert beginning at 6:30pm this evening in the Church. Even if you did not have a chance to RSVP, you're still welcome to attend! As a reminder, please note the following:
- Doors will open at 6:00pm.
- Students in grades 1-8 will sit with their classmates during the performance.
- Students in grades PK and K will meet in the Church Hall prior to the performance, and then be dismissed to their families after their numbers.
- Students should plan to arrive no later than 6:20pm in order to be seated with their class.
- Please see the arrival guide here.
We're so excited to share this wonderful concert with you!
Fall 2023 Parent Survey RESULTS
Each Fall, the administration disseminates a Parent Survey to all enrolled families to gather feedback about school programs, new initiatives, and other important elements of the Father Doyle experience. The online survey was shared with all families via the Weekly Info in December this year, and also included in our Trimester 1 in Review letter. This year, 28 families participated in the survey.
I am pleased to share with you results from our annual Fall Parent Survey here. In this document, you'll find an overview of survey responses including numerical averages for key questions and sample comments provided by parents. Perhaps most importantly, the document outlines actions being taken by the school based upon feedback shared within the survey. As reflected in the response to this survey, as well as the extensive 4-Year Strategic Planning process undertaken last year, Father Doyle School remains committed to partnering with parents and families to ensure the continued growth of every child and the flourishing of our school community.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, ideas, and feedback in this survey, and I look forward to continuing to partner with each of you in the years ahead!
Virtue Corner - Virtues in Practice for the Month of January
With a new month comes a new virtue in our Virtues in Practice program! You can see the saints for each grade level span, as well as the suggested home projects for the month of January in our Virtue corner below.
This month, students are studying the virtue of gratitude: seeing everything as a gift and being thankful. We look forward to recognizing our VIP Award Winners at the end of the month!
FJVD Annual Auction - March 25, 2023
Our Annual Auction will take place on March 25th this year at the Quonset O Club. This is one of the school's biggest fundraisers and helps support initiatives to replace classroom furniture to create new learning spaces for our students across the grade levels. Last year, we were able to purchase new furniture for our kindergarten, 2nd grade, and 8th grade classrooms, and we hope to continue this progress with new grade levels in the year to come.
This year, in support of the auction, we are asking that each family donate one gift card (of any denomination!) - supporting a local business, one of your favorite eateries or stores, or even an extra gift card you may have from the Christmas season. Gift cards will then be utilized to create package items for the silent Auction as well as support other initiatives during the course of the evening. Gift cards can be sent to the main office in an envelope marked "FJVD Auction."
If you'd like to learn more about our Annual Auction, the next Auction Planning Meeting is being held Saturday, January 14th at 10:00am in the Learning Center. Thank you so much for your support!
Art Club - Grades K-5
Join us for Art Club! It will run weekly from January 8th - February 9th after school until 3:30. Students in Kindergarten - Grade 2 will meet on Thursdays, and Grades 3-5 will meet on Mondays. We will be assisted by a few of our Middle School students, and attendees will enjoy a range of art projects from watercolor painting to cookie decorating! The registration fee for this club will be $45 and will be due by the first day of Art Club. If you would like to sign up your child, please fill out the form here.
Instructional Soccer with Mrs. Bloom - Grade K & 1
We will be running a Soccer Instructional League for our Kindergarten - 1st graders in the upcoming weeks. It will run on Wednesdays from January 11th - February 8th until 3:30pm. We will be assisted by a few of our Middle School students, and attendees will learn fundamental soccer skills. Students may wear sneakers on instructional Soccer days. If your child would like to bring a change of clothes, they may do so. The registration fee for this club will be $25 and will be due by the first day Instructional Soccer. If you would like to sign up your child, please fill out the form here. Please note: on early dismissal days, Instructional Soccer will run from 1:30- 2:30.
Lunch Menu for February - Available for Ordering 1/7/23 - 1/14/23
The Lunch Menu for the month of February will be open for ordering on the FACTS Family Portal from 1/7/23 - 1/14/23. Thank you!
Don't forget to keep scrolling below for photos and more information! Have a great weekend! God bless, and Go Saints!
Sincerely,
Mr. Peloquin
The Mission of Father John V. Doyle School is to provide students with a solid, well-rounded education based on Roman Catholic Tradition.
We live the Word of God in a caring, safe, and nurturing environment.
About Us
The Mission of Father John V. Doyle School is to provide students with a solid, well-rounded education based on Roman Catholic Tradition.
We live the Word of God in a caring, safe, and nurturing environment.
Email: kevinpeloquin@fjvd.org
Website: fjvd.org
Location: 343 South Main Street, Coventry, RI, USA
Phone: 401-821-3756
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gofjvdsaints