Hawk Happenings: Sept. 27th
Holy Rosary Regional School/Juan Diego Academy Community
Message from the Principal - Sept. 27, 2017
Our Annual Fund OFFICIALLY launches today. We have an overall goal of $146,000 to support teachers' salaries, tuition assistance, and the new playground! We need your help. We are asking for 100% participation from our families. The amount you donate is up to you (no amount is too small). All we ask is that EVERY family donates to this important fundraiser. You can donate in person or online at www.hrrsjda.org. Simply click on the Donate Now link, enter the amount you wish to donate (one time amount or monthly), and click on Annual Appeal in the Campaign drop-down menu.
We really need your help in reaching this goal. Thank you for your support and don't hesitate to reach out to friends and family. All donations are 100% tax deductible.
Have a wonderful week.
Blessings,
Katie Dempsey
Principal
Upcoming Events:
This Week:
- Thursday, Sept. 28th - Pay2 Dress (Students pay $2 to wear "free dress" to support our NPH orphans or they can dress in Spirit/Seahawks Gear for free)
- Friday, Sept. 29th - All School Mass at 9 am
MAPS Testing Begins Next Week!
Please check in with the individual teachers for your child's testing schedule and try your best to have your student at school those days (on time).
Thank you!
Annual Fund Launches!!
With just a few weeks complete in the new school year, I hope that everyone is transitioning well into the back to school routine. It is great to see so many familiar faces and new families too. Our Annual Fund Appeal kicks off this month and runs through November. This year we are asking all families to participate by making a donation to this fund. This year’s goal is $146,000 which is a 50% increase over last year’s goal, but accomplishing it will mean not only funding that margin of excellence, but also a brand new playground for our students. No donation is too small. You can choose to make a one time donation or you can pledge a monthly amount. Consider giving $25 a month for ten months which provides a total donation of $250. This year we are hoping for 100% support from our school families at amounts appropriate to their individual abilities.
To donate please see the following secure link on our website: https://secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/o5kPfZnwU-9YPZxE8gatew
Please choose the drop down for Annual Appeal. All donations are tax deductible. Your support is greatly appreciated!
Virtus Touching Safety Classes for Students
In today's Communication Envelope, you will receive an Opt Out form for the annual Touching Safety Program (Virtus) through the Seattle Archdiocese. You can read more about the program in the description below or go to https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/touchingsafetyprogram.cfm for more detailed information.
All students in grades K - 8 will take the one day (45 min) class some time between Tuesday, Oct. 3 and Thursday, Oct. 12. If you do not want your child to be in the classroom for this class, simply sign and return the Opt Out form. If you DO NOT return the Opt Out form, your child will receive this class. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact your child's teacher. Thank you!
Touching Safety Program:
The job of ensuring children's safety is a challenging undertaking. The prevention of child sexual abuse requires more than adult awareness, education, and training about the nature and scope of the problem. We must also give our children the tools they need to overcome the advances of someone who intends to do them harm. The Teaching Touching Safety program guide (Teaching Touching Safety Guide) is a tool designed to assist parents and teachers in this important task. The Touching Safety program is a vehicle through which parents, teachers, catechists, and youth ministers give children and young people the tools they need to protect themselves from those who might harm them.
First Communion Classes for Older Students
Volunteer Opportunities
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
4US Fundraiser
Sunday, Sep 24, 2017, 01:30 PM
Holy Rosary Church, South 30th Street, Tacoma, WA, United States
Pay2Dress - Support our NPH Orphans
Thursday, Sep 28, 2017, 08:00 AM
Holy Rosary School, South 30th Street, Tacoma, WA, United States
Jamba Juice
Thursday, Sep 28, 2017, 03:00 PM
Holy Rosary School, South 30th Street, Tacoma, WA, United States
CYO Cross Country Meet
Meets are from 2 - 4 pm at Mt. Tahoma H.S.
Sunday, Oct 1, 2017, 02:00 PM
Mt Tahoma High School, South 74th Street, Tacoma, WA, United States
Photo Day for Students
Wednesday, Oct 4, 2017, 08:00 AM
Holy Rosary School, South 30th Street, Tacoma, WA, United States
CYO Cross Country Meet
Sunday, Oct 8, 2017, 02:00 PM
Mt Tahoma High School, South 74th Street, Tacoma, WA, United States
Progress Reports Go Home
Wednesday, Oct 11, 2017, 03:00 PM
Holy Rosary School, South 30th Street, Tacoma, WA, United States
Chocolate Sale!
Don't forget to SELL, SELL, SELL that chocolate. We will have prizes for the top 3 sellers in the school:
1st Place - Drone
2nd Place - Wild Waves Pass
3rd Place - Movie Tickets
Reminder:
Each box of chocolate is valued at $60 and each family is responsible for selling at least $100 for the fall fundraiser. If you only have one child at the school, you will either need to sell two boxes or sell one box and pay the remaining $40. If you would like more boxes to sell, please just send an email to Berenice at office@hrrsjda.org or send a note in to the office.
Thank you to Leianna Perkins-Muse for running this major fundraiser and to Shanan O'Driscoll Hedges for your assistance!