SGB Week Ahead

FR. MADDEN

Last week, Fr. Madden, the pastor of St. Peter's-St. Mary's passed away. The SGB community sends our prayers and condolences to everyone at this time., especially to all of our SGB families who are parishioners at St. Peter's-St. Mary's. While I only knew Fr. Madden briefly, he cared deeply for the youth of our faith. His smile and warmth lit up any room he walked into. He will be greatly missed.

RECEPTION OF THE BODY AND WAKE ⦁ LYING IN REPOSE
Friday, March 1, 2024, 3-7 p.m.

Church of St. Peter
115 Broadway
Haverstraw, New York 10927
845-429-2196

For more information

https://thegoodnewsroom.org/obituary-reverend-thomas-f-madden/

SGB LENTEN RETREAT

Last Friday, our SGB students participated in our annual LENTEN RETREAT where students attended Mass, prayed in the Adoration Chapel, received the sacrament of Reconciliation, and completed a variety of activities to further their preparation for Easter. Classes will have an opportunity to attend weekday Masses throughout Lent.

ALMSGIVING

As a school community, we focused on three areas during the LENTEN RETREAT, forgiveness, prayer and giving. Students will have an opportunity for ALMSGIVING this Thursday, February 29 by participating in our DRESS DOWN DAY to benefit the local food pantry in Haverstraw. Catholic Charities has asked all of the Catholic Schools in Rockland County to take this opportunity to give generously to our neighbors in need at this time. We are asking students to bring in cash or check donations. (Checks can be made out to CATHOLIC CHARITIES.)

REGISTRATION FOR 2024-2025 SGB SCHOOL YEAR

Registration is currently in progress for next year! Please spread the word with friends or neighbors who may be looking for an alternative education for their child/children.

If you register early, you receive a discount from your registration fee. Registering early saves you money and helps us move forward on book orders for next year. (It's a win/win!)

The deadline for transportation is April 1. Please call us if you have any questions at 845-947-1330.

THE ARCHDIOCESE of NEW YORK also offers a REFERRAL PROGRAM. Click below to find out how to recommend SGB and also receive a discount when someone you recommend registers!

God bless,

Ms. Clarke

SGB will be marching in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Pearl River on Sunday, March 17 in honor of the patron saint of the Archdiocese of New York, Saint Patrick.

SGB will have students marching in uniform.

SGB will have parents marching with our parent group showing our school spirit.

SGB will have cheerleaders!

SGB will have our new MASCOT!

SGB will have banner & flag holders, whistle blowers and so much more!

SGB WILL BE CLOSED on MONDAY, MARCH 18!

Don't miss out on a great day for St. Gregory Barbarigo School!

Click below to RSVP and secure bus transportation from SGB to the parade and back.

MONDAY 2/26

• SGB Theater
• SGB THEATER PARENT MEETING 5:15pm

Thursday, 2/29

• DRESS DOWN DAY - ALMSGIVING FOR THE LOCAL FOOD PANTRY (Cash and check donations are encouraged. Checks can be written out to CATHOLIC CHARITIES.

FRIDAY, 3/1

• Early Dismissal Day (No wrap-around or after care program)
• Grades K-8 (dismisses at 11am)
• Sr. Anne's PreK ( dismisses at 10:35am)
• UPK AM 8:15-10:45am
• UPK PM 10:45-1:15pm
• UPK Full Day 8:15-1:15pm
• School Mass at 10am.

During the month of February, SGB students have been focusing on Black History projects to further their knowledge and develop a deeper understanding.

• This week, the lobby will be playing music by famous Black artists.

• Mrs. Lenihan reports that 4th and 5th graders are reading a series of passages about historic figures. The 5th graders are also creating a research "QUILT" that will highlight specific individuals and their famous quotes. Look for the quilt in the upstairs hallway!

• Mrs. Scanlon shared that the 6th-8th graders are working on biographies of scientists, inventors, mathematicians, saints, etc. They will create a foam 'bust' to design like their chosen figure, create a Google Slide presentation. Presentation dates coming soon!

• Mrs. Moran is introducing a new person in history each day and 3rd graders will also conduct research of their own person of history and create a pennant.

And so much more!

Here's a peek at a project Mrs. Scott has been working on in UPK...

Friday March 8

• Living Stations of the Cross 1:30pm & Evening Presentation

Monday, March 18

• SGB Closed

Wednesday, March 20

• Kindergarten Orientation (Invitations will be sent home at the end of this week.)

Thursday, March 21

• 6th and 7th grade to Albertus for Musical

Friday, March 22

• SCHOOL CLOSED - Conference Day

SPRING VACATION - Thursday, March 28 - school resumes Monday, April 8

For more info on upcoming dates, please use our SGB Calendar located on our website. (Located half way down on the home page to the right of our daily online school prayers.)

Each weekly workshop will include drama, dance, voice and prep (preparation for the upcoming show). Students will rotate and work on each discipline in small groups.

Tentative Timeline:

2/26 - Rehearsals

3/4 - Rehearsals

3/11 - Rehearsals. (Prop check. )

3/18 -SCHOOL CLOSED ( Rehearsals (Costume check.) to be RESCHEDULED)

3/25 - Rehearsals (TICKETS GO ON SALE FOR PERFORMANCES)

4/8 Run thru Cast A (2:30-6pm)

4/15 Run thru Cast B (2:30-6pm)

4/22- Dress Rehearsal Cast A (2:30-6pm) ONLY

4/25 - Dress Rehearsal Cast B (2:30-6pm) ONLY

4/26 - CAST A Performance #1 @ 7pm

4/27 - CAST A Performance #2 @ 4pm and CAST B Performance #3 at 7pm

4/28 - CAST B Performance #4 @ 2pm

1. SGB QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS

As always, if there 's any way we can help your child/family, please don't hesitate to reach out as we are eager to assist you.

CONTACT INFO:

• Please first contact your child's classroom teacher through email or leave a message with the main office at 845-947-1330.
• Once the classroom teacher has had an opportunity to address your question or concern, if it's still unresolved please contact SGB's Principal, Ms. Clarke, through email (noreen.clarke@stgregorybarbarigoschool.org) or call the main office at 845-947-1330 for further assistance.
• If you should require additional assistance with any concerns related to our school after meeting with Ms. Clarke, please contact Mrs. Cathleen Cassel, our Regional Superintendent for the Archdiocese of New York at (845) 831-3073.

We are a team and our first priority is providing an excellent academic and faith-based education for our students in a safe and nurturing environment at St. Gregory Barbarigo School.

Thank you for all your support!

2. CHANGES in DISMISSAL or ABSENCES

• Please complete the online form to notify the SGB Staff of any changes in your child's dismissal or if your child will be absent. Any child who is absent for 3 or more days must have a note from a doctor upon return. Thank you!

3. PARKING

• Please avoid parking in the teachers' parking lot. There is available parking in the church parking lot if you should arrive early. Please wait there until your child's drop off time.

4. VISITING SGB & NEW SIGN IN

• In an effort to keep our school safe and know when guests are in the building at all times, ALL adults will sign in when they enter.

For your convenience, you can sign in using:

1. The NEW SGB APP (Click here to download)

2. The QR Code on the front door.

3. The laptop in the lobby.