FJVD Weekly Info
We Live the Word!
From the Principal's Desk
What a week it has been! I want to thank everyone who made our Catholic Schools Week possible including our staff committee, parent volunteers, and of course our students and families! We have been blessed with a week full of joy, prayer, and friendly competition. Please be sure to see some of the many photos from the week below!
If I'm being honest, Catholic Schools Week is an exhausting endeavor, but there are so many moments along the way that make it worth every single effort. From seeing 205 students praying in Adoration, to the incredibly creative salad dressing costumes, to the shouts of joy and support during today's Minute to Win It competitions, it was indeed a week celebrating all that is good about Catholic education and special about Father Doyle School.
So again, thank you. Thank you for your support not only this week but in all the weeks of the year as we work together to form our students into both saints and scholars.
Please keep reading below for more information on the following items:
- Updates regarding student sick policies and antibiotics in the Nurse's Corner
- Our Gentleman's Choice event is coming soon! We're heading to the Providence Burins on February 16th. See the flyer below for more details, and click here to purchase tickets.
- The theme for this year's Auction has officially been announced - join us for the Gaelic Gala on Saturday, March 16th! See below to purchase tickets!
- If you need childcare for the upcoming Parent Teacher Conferences (2/8), please register below!
- Coffee with the Principal is coming up this Thursday, February 8th! Link to register below.
FJVD Annual Auction Theme Announced! Join us for the Gaelic Gala!
Come join us at the “Gaelic Gala!” Tickets are now on sale! Last week, we announced the theme of this year’s FJVD 2024 Silent Live Auction. The “Gaelic Gala,” a Celtic Themed Auction Dinner, will take place Saturday Evening March 16 at the Quonset O Club in North Kingstown. The evening will feature Live Music by the “Saints John and Paul Irish Band,” starring Fr. Michael O’Woolley, Mrs. Burns, OLC Organist/FJVD Parent Brian Mattias and Mr. Peloquin’s Irish Born Father-in-Law, Kieran Keating!
Tickets to the Auction Dinner are $50 a person, $450 for a table of 10; tickets can be purchased here: https://payit.nelnet.net/form/3VsibYie, and can also be purchased through our school website, FJVD.ORG.
For a lot more information on our Silent and Live Auction, please visit the 2024 Auction Website at https://www.accelevents.com/e/fjvd24.
Also, if you haven’t checked out Fr. Woolley’s 2024 Auction Promo Video, you can view it here: https://youtu.be/nR7D2wvpEfU.
Lastly, thank you to the many parents and parishioners who have donated items and gift cards to the Auction so far! If you can donate an item, large or small, please take a tag from the wish boards in the school or at the Church entrances. All auction proceeds go towards the purchase of desks and chairs for Mrs. Burns’ 4th Grade and Mr. Perretta’s Middle School Math Classrooms!
Parent Teacher Conferences February 8th - Extended Care Runs 11:30am-3:30pm
The next round of Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, February 8th. Additional information was shared via email today; however, please note that extended care will be offered from 11:30am-3:30pm on the 8th.
If you would like to register your child to attend on the 8th, please RSVP here. Even if your child regularly attends extended day, we are asking all families to register to ensure we have appropriate staffing.
Coffee with the Principal - 2nd Thursday of the Month
Beginning Thursday, February 8th, Coffee with the Principal will move to a monthly schedule beginning immediately following prayer service on the second Thursday of each month.
Join us for coffee and light pastries as we share ideas, discuss concerns, and enjoy one another's company.
To RSVP for February 8th, please click here.
Save the Date! Gentleman's Choice Event - February 16th
Join Father Doyle School at the Providence Bruins game on February 16th for our annual Gentleman's Choice event! For more information, and to purchase tickets, visit www.providencebruins.com/jvd or see the flyer at left.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Financial Aid Applications - 2024-2025 School Year
Diocesan Financial Aid applications for the 2024-2025 school year are due February 16th. While aid applications may be accepted after the 16th, applications submitted on or before February 16th receive first consideration.
If you or your family are interested in applying for financial aid for the 2024-2025 school year:
- Log into your family portal by going go www.factsmgt.com and select FACTS Family Portal
- Enter the District Code - FJV-RI along with Username and Password
- Be sure to select Parent prior to clicking Login
- Select the Financial Tab
- In the Financial Links (on the top right) - Select Apply for Grant & Aid
You will then either create an account or sign in to your account if you already have one.
As always, be assured of my prayers for you and your families.
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.
Photos From the Week
Minute to Win It Competitions!
Minute to Win It Competitions!
Minute to Win It Competitions!
8th Grade vs. Staff Competition - Cranium!
Congratulations to our Tribe Champions - The Tribe of Judah!
See-sar you next year for Catholic Schools Week 2025!
Academic Calendar and Other Documents
The Nurse's Corner
Recently, there have been shifts in guidance around the length of time required on antibiotics before children can return to school when testing positive for strep throat. With this in mind, the school has adapted its policies based on feedback from local doctors.
You can find the updated policies here, which read in part:
Strep Throat: Again, due to the contagious nature of this disease as well as the potential for severe sequelae, children must be on antibiotics for 24 hours (3 doses of antibiotics) before they return, your child may return sooner if you have a note from you doctor which indicates they can return in 12 hours.
Please contact Nurse Gallucci with any questions. Thank you!
Extended Day Information
Extended Day Schedule
Joining us for after care in the week ahead? You can find the schedule here.
The Virtue Corner
Virtue of the Month: Cheerfulness - looking on the bright side
Saint(s) of the Month:
- PK-2: St. John Bosco
- 3-5: St. Phillip Neri
- 6-8: Bl. Miguel Pro
Home Projects for the Month of February:
Home projects are broken down by grade level groupings. These are not required and rarely involve a material project, but rather include an opportunity to discuss and practice the virtues as a family. You can find the home projects for the month of February here.
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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