LASALLE CATHOLIC CHRONICLE
PRAY WITHOUT CEASING
October 14, 2022
Oct 17-21 - Athletics Can Drive, see below for more information
Oct 19 - LCS Liturgy, 10:00 am @ SJC
Oct 23-Oct 31 - Red Ribbon Week, more information below and in the Electronic Backpack
Oct 25 & 27 - LCS Fall Conferences, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm, see more information below
Oct 28 - St. Jude Feast Day
Oct 28 - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS - Staff progress reporting
Oct 31- End of 1st Quarter
Oct 31 - Happy Halloween
Nov 1 - Feast of All Saints
Nov 1 - LCS Liturgy, 10:00 am @ SJC (day of week change due to Feast of All Saints)
Nov 3-4 - 8th gr. Valeo Retreat @ Camp Wapsie (more information to follow for 8th graders)
Nov 6 - Daylight Savings Time Ends - Set your clock back one hour!
Nov 8 - LCS Picture Retake Day - see below for more information
Nov 8 - Election Day
Nov 9 - LCS Liturgy, 10:00 am @ SJC
Nov 11 - LCS $1 Jean Day
Nov 11 - Veterans Day
Nov 16 - LCS Liturgy, 10:00 am @ SJC
Nov 22 - LCS Spirit Day
Nov 22 - LCS Board of Education Meeting, 6:30 pm @ LCMS
Nov 23-27 - NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break
Nov 24 - Happy Thanksgiving
Nov 28 - Classes resume
Nov 30 - LCS Liturgy, 10:00 am @ SJC
LCS: LaSalle Catholic School
LCES: LaSalle Catholic Elementary School
LCMS: LaSalle Catholic Middle School
XHS: Xavier High School
SJC: St. Jude Church
Flyers Currently in the Electronic Backpack:
Becoming Increasingly Beautiful!
ALL LASALLE CATHOLIC NEWS
CONFERENCE MEALS
With your help, the Parent Association would like to provide meals to teachers on both nights of conferences: October 25 & 27. Please view the sign-up genius at the link below to donate items. THANK YOU!
Elementary School:
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0F4EA9A722A3FA7-conference2
- https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0F4AACAE2DA4F85-conference5
Middle School:
Red Ribbon Week
Food Bags and Other Assistance Available to All LaSalle Catholic School Families
LaSalle Catholic Schools is partnering with Metro Catholic Outreach (MCO) to provide weekly food bags for families in need. If this is something that would be beneficial for your family or you are needing other assistance -- such as insurance, food/pet food assistance, heating bill support, etc. please contact Mrs. Sterling (middle school) ksterling@lasallecatholiccr.org or Mr. Coleman (elementary) acoleman@lasallecatholiccr.org All inquiries are kept strictly confidential.
LCS Picture Retake Day
- If your student was absent on our picture day in September they will need to have their picture taken on November 8th.
- If you would your student's picture retaken you will need to return the entire picture package you received to school on November 8th for your student to hand to the photographer.
- Reminder that these pictures are regular dress code for middle school students and dress code or better for elementary school students.
Cedar Rapids Metro Task Force Meeting
Included is the October update from the most recent Cedar Rapids Metro Task Force meeting. As a reminder, this group is tasked with answering the question by providing a recommendation to the area pastors: Is it in the long term best interest of parishes and Catholic education in the metro area for Catholic schools to remain independent?
You will find the following documents included with this communication as a way to ensure this process is transparent and clear.
- 10.5.2022 Task Force Meeting Report
- Metro Task Force minutes from 9.7.2022
Please take a minute to read the attached documents as a way of understanding the work this group is doing. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to the contacts listed.
Nonpublic Parent Busing Reimbursement
It's Parent Reimbursement time!!
Parent reimbursement forms are attached and MUST be turned in by Monday, November 22nd to Mr. Cook. The State does not accept any late forms. Please fill out and sign the form for the school district you live in.
If you live in Linn-Mar, Marion or College Community you need to mail the form to the transportation office of that district. The mailing address is on the form.
If you live in the Cedar Rapids Public School District please return the completed and signed form to the elementary or middle school office.
Just a reminder, you will receive your check in September of 2023 for both fall and spring reimbursements.
Cedar Rapids Community School District
College Community School District
Linn Mar Community School District
Marion Community School District
Please direct any questions to Wayne Cook: wcook@lasallecatholiccr.org
Scrip
If you're on the fence about participating in the LaSalle scrip program, think about how you can use scrip to just pay for the things that you're always going to buy, like gas! Right now Kwik Star has a bonus 9% rebate, which continues through the end of this month. All you need is a physical card to get started. We have $25 and $50 cards in our St. Ludmila inventory and we can get one to you quickly! Once the card is registered in your RaiseRight account, you can quickly add funds to your card at any time.
For more information, email lcscrip@earthlink.net or call Paula (319) 329-6829.
LASALLE CATHOLIC MIDDLE SCHOOL NEWS
Fall Conferences Coming Up Soon!
Athletics Can Drive
Homework Club
Scholastic Book Fair
It’s Happening! The Scholastic Book Fair is almost here. Get ready...your favorite characters and series, cool posters, and all the awesome stuff you need to help you create your own story, are coming to the school library on October 24-27th. We’re so excited for the best week of the year! Catch you at the Fair!
LASALLE CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEWS
Usborne Book Fair and More Returns!!
Our Library will get 50% of your purchase in new books for the Library. Visit the full catalog at www.BooksForOurKids.com, click SHOP, then LaSalle Elementary.
ELL Request
We are getting close to conferences and are in need of French speaking interpreters. Our regular translator is on vacation that week and we are still looking for anyone interested that can help translate during a conference. Our conferences are scheduled for October 25th and 27th. If you or someone you know is willing to help, please contact me at gfahnle@lasallecatholiccr.org.
Thank You,
Mr. Fahnle, ELL Teacher
Iowa State Insect Visit
Pumpkin Carving and Decorating Contest
Halloween Parties and Costumes (PK3-4th grades)
Time For Cold Weather Clothing
CRFD Visits to 3rd Grade and Kindergarten
PARENT ASSOCIATION CORNER
MOVIE NIGHT
MOVIE NIGHT
Movie night is this Saturday, October 15.
Because of the cold forecast, we will be viewing the movie inside the Middle School gym. Concessions will be available to purchase.
The movie is….Zombies!!!
Note: This is not a scary movie and the zombies do not look scary. They are differentiated by their green hair!
Flyer is in the electronic backpack.
Note: Please email lasallepa@lasallecatholiccr.org if you are able to help run the concession stand.
UPCOMING EVENTS
We have some exciting events coming up in the next couple of months. If you’d like to volunteer to be a part of the excitement please send an email to lasallepa@lasallecatholiccr.org
Events include:
- Ice Skating: October 23rd @ ImOn Ice, 1:30-3:30 pm, $6 admission includes skates (see flyer in Electronic Backpack)
- Trivia: Dates TBD - 2nd week of November
- Lazy Lancer Nights: Dates TBD
- Mother/Son Event (NEW this year!): Date and event TB
Quick and Easy Fundraisers
There are several quick and easy things we can do to help raise funds for LaSalle Catholic! These are all year-round!
- Coke Rewards: Type in the code under the bottle cap or scan in the bar code on your Coke product. Currently listed as Holy Family.
- HyVee Receipts: We are collecting receipts dated 4/1/2022 through 3/31/2023 for the current promotion. Our volunteer that tallies the receipts requests that you turn in receipts as you get them and not hold onto them until March!
- Amazon Smile: Currently listed under Holy Family School System. It is the only option when typing in Holy Family Cedar Rapids into the charity search.
- Casey’s Rewards: Currently listed as Holy Family School - St. Jude Center.
- Box Tops for Education: Currently listed under St. Jude Holy Family.
We appreciate your support!!
Contact Us
If you have any questions about the PA, or would like to know how to get involved, feel free to send us an email at lasallepa@lasallecatholiccr.org
XAVIER HS, OUR PARTNER PARISHES, AND COMMUNITY NEWS
St. Ludmila Kolach Dry Mix For Sale
Have you ever wanted to make your own kolaches? St. Ludmila's has bags of the dry mix for sale after their weekend Masses. $8 for one bag or 2 for $10. The mix comes with directions for proofing and baking. If you don't have filling to make kolaches, pie filling will do, the mix makes tasty dinner rolls or the base for cinnamon rolls. Cash or check accepted.
Xavier Impact Fund
Xavier Impact Fund – Final Weekend!
Last weekend we took a big “bite” out of our goal as we raised over $140,000 towards our overall parish goal of $550,000! The Xavier Impact Fund will wrap-up our launch this weekend across our 11 partner parishes. We have over 100 students, parents, volunteers, teachers, and staff all pitching in to greet, hand out stickers, volunteer in lector/serving roles, and collect donations at Masses this weekend. Principals (and a few Lead Teachers) from our Xavier Catholic schools will be talking about the impact our teachers make on our children’s lives daily. We are working hard to raise funds to improve salaries and benefits for our PK-12 teachers at all of our Xavier Catholic Schools.
How You Can Help:
- Wear your Xavier Catholic Schools spirit wear to Masses this weekend!
- Volunteer – we are always looking for more happy volunteers to help in this effort.
- Donate – gifts of every size make a big difference. Drop a check off at the foundation, or go online at www.XavierSaints.org/Impact.
- Pray for the success of our outreach – for our teachers, students, volunteers, and families.
Call the Xavier Foundation Office - 319-378-4571 or email - development@xavierfoundation.org with any questions.
Thank you for your continued prayers and support in this community effort as we show our teachers our love and support.
Notre Dame Glee Club to Offer Free Concert at Xavier High School
Notre Dame Glee Club to Offer Free Concert at Xavier High School
Thursday, October 20, 2022 | 7:00 p.m.
Regis-LaSalle Theatre | Xavier High School
Xavier High School invites you to come experience the University of Notre Dame Glee Club on Thursday, October 20th at 7 p.m. in the Regis-LaSalle Theatre! Admission to this concert is free, although tickets are required to ensure all who attend have a seat. A free-will offering will be taken at this event.
Recognized as one of the finest all-male collegiate choral groups in the country, the University of Notre Dame Glee Club combines the rich traditions of Notre Dame with the highest standards of artistic excellence.
Get your free tickets at XavierSaints.org/Tickets today!
Trunk or Treat @ St. Jude Church Parking Lot
X-Men Wrestling Club
Join Xavier X-Men Wrestling! Learn more at our parents meeting on Mon., Nov. 7th from 6-7pm in the Xavier High School Commons. Practice begins November 16th. Practice schedule is as follows:
SEASON
- PK-2nd grade/Developmental: Nov. 14 – Jan. 16th
- 3rd-8th grade/Competitive: Nov. 14 – Feb. 9th
PRACTICES
Open to all wrestlers, grades PK-8, from any of the Cedar Rapids/Marion Catholic Schools or Parishes. Practice begins Monday, Nov. 14th. Practice days will be as follows:
- 5:30-6:30pm on Monday & Wed
- Optional Thur. 6-7pm w/Eastern Iowa Wresting Club
Competitive (3-8)
- 6:30-7:30pm on Monday, Wed.
- Optional Thur. 7-8:30pm w/Eastern Iowa Wresting Club
Register online at: tinyurl.com/XmenRegistration
Xavier Boosketball Camp for Girls in Grades K-4
Halloween Hoops, Skills, Fun & Treats while playing basketball
Dress in Costume!
Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. at Xavier High School. This is for girls in grades K-4. The $30.00 fee includes a t-shirt.
Register on the 8 to 18 site: https://xaviersaints.org/camps.
ETCETERA
The Roundtable Podcast
Email: zzeckser@holyfamilycr.org
Website: www.holyfamilycr.org
Location: 3700 1st Avenue Northwest, Cedar Rapids, IA, USA
Phone: 3193967792
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HolyFamilySchoolSystem/
Twitter: @HolyFamilyCR