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Father Andrew White S.J. School Newsletter
May 28, 2024
Congratulations to the FAW Class of 2024!
ποΈ Important Dates
May 28 - June 5: Book Fair
May 29: Field Day (grades 1-5), Field Trips (grades PK, K, 3), 5th Grade Parent Night (6:15 - 7pm) & Grades 3-5 Movie Night (6-8pm)
May 30: Field Trip (grade 7) & HSA Popsicle Party (5-7pm)
May 31: Last day for Pre-K, Pre-K Graduation, and Middle School Monthly Activity
June 1: Catholic Schools Track Meet (at SMCM)
June 4: Field Trips (grades 4 & 6)
June 6: 9am Mass, hosted by 2nd grade & Early Dismissal - Last Day of School
Our Spring Book Fair is Here!
Our Book Fair has arrived! It's a great time to stock up on books for the summer. Please send money in a marked envelope with your child's name and grade so he/she can browse and buy this week!
We are still in need of volunteers to help for a few hours each day through June 5th. If you are available for a few hours, or a few days, or if you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Hinkle at hinkle@fatherandrewwhite.org or sign up here.
You can preview our sale here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/fatherandrewwhiteschool
The Book Fair will be open on Wednesday π evening from 6 - 8pm! π
Movie Night for Grades 3, 4, and 5!
TOMORROW - Wednesday, May 29th!
Field Day for Grades 1-5
Remember to apply sunblock on your child at home before school tomorrow, Wednesday, May 29th for the 1st-5th grade Field Day. Hats are acceptable to wear outside to stay protected from the sun. Students may wear Tag Day clothes (no white shirts please). Sandals, flip flops and crocs are not allowed.
POPSICLE PARTY!
Come chill with friends at our End of Year Social!
This Thursday from 5-7pm
May Virtue Winners - Responsibility
Missing: 1st Grader, Bryn
Teacher Appreciation Week Donations
We are grateful for all who contributed to the teacher goodies that were provided to show our staff how grateful we are for them! Did you donate towards the Teacher Appreciation Week festivities? Don't worry - there is still time. Please click on the link below to donate (recommended $5/student). Thank you!
School Tool Box School Supplies
ππ **Get Ahead of the Game: Order Next Year's School Supplies Now!** π¦β¨
As the school year winds down and summer is in sight with its promise of relaxation and sunshine, we want to offer you an opportunity to ease into the next academic year with peace of mind. We're thrilled to offer a convenient solution to one of those back-to-school stressors: school supplies shopping!
We're partnering with School Tool Box again to streamline the process. Say goodbye to crowded aisles and endless lists. Instead, simply place your order for next year's school supplies, and they'll be shipped directly to the school, ready for pickup at our Open House event.
Here's why you'll love it:
1. Stress-Free Convenience
2. Time-Saving
3. Quality Assured
4. Support Our School
How to Order:
- Visit https://schooltoolbox.com/school-supplies/school/list-boxes/?schoolId=45764
- Choose your child's grade level.
- Review the supply list and consider any additional add-ons.
- Complete your order and mark your calendar for Open House pickup.
Ordering is open until June 9, 2024!
Note: Orders may be placed after this date and will be shipped to your home (shipping fees apply to orders under $85)
We understand the importance of a smooth transition into the new school year, and we're excited to offer this hassle-free solution to our families. Thank you for your continued support, and here's to a summer filled with relaxation and rejuvenation! If you have any questions, please reach out to bailey.katie.lynn@gmail.com.
Return Library Books
All Father Andrew White School library books must be returned by the end of the school year. Sometimes our school library books get mixed in with your home library ones, so be sure to check all around your house. Thank you for helping your children find these books!
FAW Athletics
Track Meet this Saturday
Our Father Andrew White Crusaders will compete in the final athletic event of our school year - the Track Meet at St. Mary's College. Participants should have received an email from Mrs. Burfield with the details.
πππββοΈGo Crusaders! ππββοΈπ
Our Destination Imagination Teams had an amazing time
at the Global Finals Competition in Kansas City!
Our two Destination Imagination teams, the Tic Tac Squirrels (Collin, Katelyn, Teddy and Zac) and the DI Legendz (Ava, Lily, Abby, Mitchell, George and Jack) spent an amazing week in Kansas City at the DI Global Finals Competition. These 10 students met up with hundreds of top scoring teams from all around the world. Our students presented their solutions successfully, attended workshops, made stickers and pins in the Fablab, did science experiments with mad scientists, learned secrets from a magician, participated in the KC Quest where they went all around town solving clues and puzzles, pin traded with lots of other countries, and enjoyed a block party, in addition to the opening and closing ceremonies!
We are very grateful for all of the support from our school, friends, family, and community! We extend our sincere gratitude to the FAW community for their generosity to help our students reach their goal in order to participate in this incredible fun-filled educational experience!
Donate to our Annual Giving Campaign that directly benefits our students!
Last week I reviewed some of the reasons students are currently coming to see me, and most of the issues coincide with the time of year: βSpring fever,β summer colds, allergies, bugs, rashes, and dehydration. Being injured is also at the top of the list (especially scraped knees since most are wearing shorts). I have also seen a few students who have become a bit overheated while playing outside. When this happens the best treatment is to simply move to a cooler environment, rehydrate, and rest. Being overheated can become severe, however, and lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke, which are medical emergencies. (When in doubt, seek help!) While spending time outdoors can be loads of fun, it can also present some challenges. To be prepared, you may want to keep a few things on hand: bug spray, sunscreen, aloe (after sun care), itch cream, tick remover, ice packs (or Ziploc bags), and water (for drinking and cleaning).
Log your Volunteer Hours
Please remember to keep your logged volunteer hours up to date! Any Service Scholarship families that have not fulfilled their 25 volunteer hour commitment will be billed for the difference. We are in the process of creating bills. Thank you for you diligence in submitting your volunteer hours in a timely manner!
Volunteer Opportunities THIS WEEK!
Are you looking to fulfill volunteer hours?
Movie Night Volunteers: email downey@fatherandrewwhite.org
Lunch Volunteers: email rutherford@fatherandrewwhite.org
Book Fair Volunteers: email hinkle@fatherandrewwhite.org
Lunch and Recess Monitors
Would you like to earn volunteer hours by assisting at lunch or recess time? Click the SignUpGenius Link to see the days/times you can help! Slots are in 30 minute increments and we truly appreciate your willingness to assist the teachers in this way.
Summer Maintenance Volunteers
We are looking for volunteers to work on some maintenance jobs over the summer. Please contact Mrs. Richards at cptrbrown@aol.com if you are interested in being on our Summer Maintenance team! Thanks for considering!
Thank you to our 2024 Auction Sponsors!
Weekly Reminders:
β Attend the Grades 3, 4, 5 Movie Night - tomorrow
β Send in money for the Book Fair
β Order your School Supply Boxes
β Attend the HSA Popsicle Party - Thursday
β Sign up to volunteer at the Book Fair
β Look for and return School Library books
β Participate in our Annual Giving Campaign
β Submit Volunteer Hours
Email: office@fatherandrewwhite.org
Phone: 301-475-9795
Website: www.fatherandrewwhite.org
Facebook: www.facebook.com/fawschool