HFRCS Newsletter October 8, 2024

Dear Parents and Guardians,

I hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful fall weather! As we enjoy the weather here, please continue to pray for those victims of Hurricane Helene and the impending Hurricane Milton.

Our Hawk Walk Kickoff is this Thursday, October 10! What is the Hawk Walk Kickoff? It is when we send out all the information for our biggest school fundraiser of the year – the Hawk Walk. On Thursday, you will receive an email with your child’s donation link, which can be shared with family and friends via email or social media. Donations can begin as early as Thursday and will continue through the Hawk Walk until November 8. Please see the information page in today’s newsletter about the Hawk Walk, including a link to order Hawk Walk tee shirts!

Today as our Phillies continue in the NLDS, we will have Phillies “add-on” days. What is an “add-on?” Students wear their school uniforms, but can wear a Phillies shirt, jersey, or red shirt over their uniform. Students can add red hair ribbons, head bands, etc to build spirit for the Phillies. We will always give a heads up when planning a Phillies add-on day!

This week, there will be NO SCHOOL for students on Friday, October 11 as the teachers will be having their annual retreat day. There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, October 14 for Columbus Day.

As Queen of the Universe Parish concludes their observance of 40 hours devotions today, our students will join in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament (as they did yesterday as well) to pray for their needs as well as the needs of others and our world. It is a powerful prayer experience to sit before the Blessed Sacrament and to receive the peace and blessing of Jesus in this special way.

Sincerely Yours in Christ,

Mrs. Haggerty

We are a family of FAITH!

Remember to go to Mass this weekend.

Please note the following changes to the October calendar. The calendar that was distributed to the students will need to be updated with the following changes:

• Fire Prevention Program (PK-K) is on October 17, not October 9.
• 40 Hours on October 7 will start at 1:30 PM (not 1:00 PM) for the following grades: K-Gr.4
• 40 Hours on October 8 will start at 1:30 PM (not 1:00 PM) for the following grades: Gr.5-8
• H&S meeting on Oct 8 is postponed to Oct 10, 7:00 PM

Changes are highlighted/marked in the attached calendar. The calendar on the school website has the latest updates.

Car line drop off starts at 7:40 AM.

1. Please DO NOT drop off your child(ren) at the front door when staff members are still available in front of the Parish Center for everyone's safety. If you do, your vehicle will be going against the traffic when you exit the parking lot. We have staff members who can assist your child(ren) so please remain in your vehicles.
2. Please be extra cautious and attentive when exiting the parking lot. Watch out for staff/faculty pedestrians.
   
3. The fire lane should remain free and not be used for parking.

Please do not block the entranceway (coming into the parish/school grounds from Trenton Rd.). Buses need to be able to the back of the school. When you park, please pull up your car as close to the car in front of you to accommodate many cars in one late.

Also, parents should park in lanes and not use the parking spaces at the exit of the parish/school grounds (next to the rectory/parking lot) - see diagram for more info. Stay in your lanes.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Per the October calendar, the due date for the November lunch order form is today, October 8. However, the order form is not yet available since the menus are pending from NDS. An email will be sent out once the menus and order form are available. You can also check out the website for an update. Due date for breakfast/lunch order will be adjusted.

As a reminder, please only select the specific lunches that your child will eat to reduce food waste. Please remind your child(ren) the days they are to come up for lunch.

Our second annual Grandparents Day will be held on Tuesday November 26th and is open to grades PK3 through 3rd and their siblings. RSVPs will open in the coming weeks so keep an eye out for updates!

Specific grades have State-mandated screenings (Physical for Kindergarten & 6th Grade and Dental for Kindergarten, 3rd Grade & 7th Grade). Refer to the school website for more information.

Also, signed Medical Treatment Order forms will also be needed if your child needs to take any medication during school hours.

All students must have a completed Emergency Information Record & Medical Information Update form on school file. This is a back-to-back white form that was distributed to all students on the first day of school.

It is important that we have all the information on this form, especially the Medical Information update. Many families returned the form without the Medical Information Update or the Emergency Information Record. Please see attached for the forms. If you believe you did not complete both sides of the form, please complete the attached and return asap. This is critical information that the school needs in case of an emergency.

See the calendar of events and flyers for details:

• Oct 8: H&S Meeting @ 7:00 PM - postponed to Oct 10
• Oct 10: H&S Meeting @ 7:00 PM
• Oct 11: Last day to order Spirit wear, late orders not accepted - see this link to order
• Oct 17: Honeygrow Fundraiser - see flyer for details
• Oct 26: Trunk or Treat - see flyer for details, signup genius to follow

See flyer for more details on purchasing discounted Shady Brook Farm Fall Fest tickets.

Father John R. Weber, Pastor

Father Manuel Flores, Parochial Vicar

View the Parish Weekly Bulletin.

Sunday Mass Schedule:

4:00 PM (Vigil Mass), 7:30 AM , 9:30 AM , 11:30 AM , 1:00 PM La Misa en Español

Weekday Daily Mass:

8:30 AM - Monday through Saturday

Holy Days: (subject to change)

5:00 PM (Vigil), 8:30 AM, Noon, & 7:00 PM

The Sacrament of Reconciliation:

Thursday: 6:45 PM - 7:30 PM, Saturdays: 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM

The Sacrament of Baptism:

1st and 3rd Saturdays, at 11:00 AM

Monsignor Michael Magee, Weekend Assistant

View the Parish Weekly Bulletin.

Mass Schedule:

• Monday-Saturday: 9:30 AM
• Saturday Vigil: 5:30 PM
• Sunday: 7:00 AM, 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM
• Holy Days: 6:30 AM, 12 Noon, 7:00 PM (except January 1st which follows a Sunday Mass schedule)

The Sacrament of Reconciliation

Saturday: 4:15-5:15 PM or by appointment

Daily Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament

Saint Joseph Chapel

Monday - Saturday: 8:00 AM–8:00 PM

Sunday: 12:30 PM–8:00 PM

Pot of Gold

The results of the drawing can be found here. The jackpot prize is $42,000!

Season is a bit past the halfway point. Last weekend saw some good games from Holy Family. Overall the school went 3-1-1 for Noive and above teams for the week. The Girls Novice team kept their undefeated record going with a win and tie over the weekend. They are 6-0-2 so far this year (6 wins, 0 losses, 2 ties).

Come out and cheer the kids on!

Congratulations to these Player of the Game.

Upcoming Novice Girls Game

Girls are doing amazing - this is their first year playing!

REGISTRATION IS OPEN! REGISTRATION HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO NOVEMBER 1st

- SIGN UP NOW!

When? Practices start early November. Season runs Dec-Feb

How much? $115 for all kids (down from $125 last year)

Where? Practices at Cabrini gym (Fairless Hills)

Who? Boys and girls - Grades 3-12

How? Click the registration link below. Registration Closes Nov 1st

https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/450805

INFORMATION

Want more information on CYO sports and activities? Join our CYO Facebook group!

Holy Family RCS CYO

You can contact CYO by emailing holyfamilyrcscyo@gmail.com

The annual 5k and 1 mile fun walk will be held on Saturday November 16th, 2024 starting at 9:30 AM. Every runner/ walker that signs up by October 19th, 2024, gets a Gifts from Gwyn t-shirt and wristband. There will be multiple door prizes and refreshments available to all participants. There will be raffles for; sports memorabilia, restaurant gift cards, movie tickets, gym membership, basket of cheer and many more. Please come out and support our foundation as we aim to keep Gwyn in our hearts and minds by giving back to the community that she was a part of. We look forward to seeing you there!

You may sign up here: https://giftsfromgwyn.org/

Conwell-Egan and Archbishop Ryan are combining forces this year to offer Middle School Hockey to local AOP schools. This is a co-ed team for 5th and 8th grade students.

See attached flyer for more details.

CEC/ AR Middle School Hockey Registration Form

This is a friendly reminder that all submissions for the annual Placemat and Slogan Challenge are due THIS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11TH.

All students grades KG-12 may submit original artwork that encourages healthy eating and physical activity and/or promotes the School Lunch or Breakfast Program. All entries should be drawn by hand in black or dark colored pen or marker on 8.5” X 11” paper. Be sure to include the student’s name, grade and school on the back of the design. Please mail your entries to NDS or email to Carly Kovacs at ckovacs@ndsarch.org

Voting will take place on the NDS School Lunch Facebook page. Each “like” that the placemat receives counts as one vote. The placemat with the most votes at 3:00 PM on Friday, October 25th will win! Winners will receive a variety of grand prizes! See the attached flyer for more details.

Good luck to everyone, we look forward to seeing your students' talented and creative submissions!