HFRCS Newsletter SY2021-2022
April 12, 2022 - Vol.1 Issue 34
From the Principal's Office
Dear Parents and Guardians,
God’s blessings to everyone as we move into the holiest week of the church year! I hope that all our families take advantage of the many graces provided this week in the Holy Thursday liturgy and the Easter Triduum. There are opportunities for the Sacrament of Reconciliation at local parish Penance Services and through our Queen of the Universe and St. Frances Cabrini parishes. Please see this newsletter for all the parish information for Holy Week.
On Friday, April 22, Holy Family will present “Holy Family’s Got Talent!” at the Grace Danaher Performing Arts Center at Conwell-Egan Catholic High School. This inaugural event will feature singing, dancing, and a few surprises! You will not want to miss this one night only performance! There is no admission charge however, donations will be accepted at the door, the proceeds of which will benefit our Music Program. Mark your calendar!
This Wednesday, April 13, will be an early dismissal for all students. Our PK classrooms will dismiss at 11:00 AM and K-8 students at 11:30 AM. There will be no going home busses for Bristol Township or Bensalem. There is no afternoon CARES. If using carline, please make sure your child knows their carline number. Due to more than usual students using carline, please expect the wait to be longer than usual. We appreciate your patience as our goal is to have all students dismissed as safely as possible.
When students return from the Easter break, they may begin wearing summer uniforms. Please consult the Family Handbook for the specifics of the summer uniform, and also the information provided in today’s newsletter.
May God richly bless all our students and families this Easter season!
Sincerely Yours in Christ,
Mrs. Haggerty
Graduate Spotlight!
Lenten Service Project
As part of our Lenten Service Project, the school will be collecting donations for The Blessed Margaret Castello Home for Crisis Pregnancies.
Please send in your donations by tomorrow, Wednesday, April 13. Thank you for your support and generosity.
Early Dismissal Apr 13 Carline Reminder
Please:
- Anticipate a longer wait time since there would be more cars than usual at pick up due to no buses for Bristol Township and Bensalem.
- Remind your child(ren) of your family number and display your family number on your vehicle's front windshield. A staff member will be taking down car numbers prior to dismissal. Please stay in the same lane.
- Remain in your vehicles. When exiting your car to help your child(ren) with their car seats, please be mindful of cars moving from their lanes.
- For the safety of students and staff, wait for a staff to give you the signal to exit the parking lot.
We appreciate your cooperation and understanding.
Reminder: There is no afternoon CARES on April 13.
Summer Uniform: Boys K-8
Summer Uniform: Girls K-5
Summer Uniform: Girls 6-8
Yearbook Order!
Please place your Yearbook Order (School Year 2021-2022) using this link. The cost of the yearbook is $30 each. Don't delay so you don't miss out on bringing home the memories of this school year! Books will be distributed in June for those who ordered.
Note: 8th graders will receive a yearbook as part of their graduation fee so there is no need to place an online order unless they need more than one copy.
Spring Pictures
Note: Sibling photos will be taken this year! Please indicate on the order form if you would like sibling photos taken.
Hersheypark® Tickets
Hersheypark is offering to the friends and families of the Diocese of Philadelphia, a substantial reduction in the price of Hersheypark tickets. Purchase discounted tickets with no limit as to the amount that can be ordered!
Included is the order form to be returned to school with payment (check payable to HFRCS) by Friday, April 29 at the latest. Tickets purchased in 2022 are valid for any single day of operation throughout the 2022 calendar year, expiring on the final day of operation, January 1, 2023.
The school will receive tickets for distribution on or before the week of May 23, 2022. See order form for details.
Upcoming Events
April 13 - Living Stations @ 9:30 am, Early Dismissal: 11:00 am (PK), 11:30 am (K-8)
April 14 - No School, Holy Thursday
April 15 - No School, Good Friday
April 17 - Happy Easter!
April 18 - No School, Easter Break
April 19 - Classes Resume, Summer Uniforms
April 22 - Student Council $1 Dress Down Day, Holy Family's Got Talent 7:30 pm @ CEC
April 26 - Spring Pictures, 3rd Trimester Midpoint Check
April 29 - Last day to order and pay for Hersheypark Tickets
Save the Date: May 19, Holy Family Regional Catholic School's Art Show - more details to come in the weeks ahead.
From the Enrollment Office
If you are interested in sending another child of yours to Holy Family, or have a family/friend who may be interested in joining our community, we encourage you to connect with the Enrollment Office. School tours available Monday-Friday, from 4:00-6:00 pm.
For families who do not plan on returning to Holy Family next school year, we kindly ask that you complete an opt-out form at your convenience by April 15. If there is anything we can do to address the reason(s) you are considering leaving, please let us know right away. We hope to have all of our families return next year and encourage those who are considering other options to get in touch with us!
I hope everyone has a wonderful, reflective Lenten Season!
Mr. Jim Downey, Enrollment Director
jim.downey@hfrcs.org 215-269-9600 x209
From the Advancement Office
Financial Aid Alert
Every family who plans to apply for financial assistance for the 2022-2023 school year must complete the Facts Grant & Aid online application. You are required to upload your 2020 tax return before submitting your application. FACTS Grant & Aid will not process your application without a current tax return. If you previously completed a FACTS Grant & Aid application, you are required to update your application each year. Only those families who complete the FACTS Grant & Aid process in its entirety, and who meet FACTS Grant & Aid financial criteria, will be eligible for assistance. The awarding of funds is contingent upon availability of such funds.
Bridge Educational Foundation
Applications for the 2022-2023 school year will become available in April 2022. Only those families who completed the volunteer service requirement for the 2021-2022 school year will be eligible for future funds.
Questions about financial aid for the upcoming school year can be directed to Mary Ann Conway at maryann.conway@hfrcs.org or Sue Weed at susan.weed@hfrcs.org.
***** HOME & SCHOOL NEWS *****
H&S Upcoming Events
- Apr 18-May 2: Hanging Baskets Sale. $20/each for a premium basket. See flyer/order form for details
- Apr 23: Playa Bowl Fundraiser 2:00-9:00 PM, 110 Lincoln Highway Fairless Hills
- Now to May 4: Mother's Day Raffle. See flyer for details.
- May 13: Cash Bingo, St. Frances Cabrini Gymnasium @ 7:00 pm, doors open at 5:30 pm. See flyer/order form for details. Tickets on sale now, $30/ticket in advance ($35 at the door).
- May 19: Richman's Fundraiser
- June 12: Holy Family at Trenton Thunder. See flyer/order form for details. Orders are due by May 11th.
- June 16: Dairy Delite Fundraiser
For any questions regarding Home & School events, please reach out to the H&S Leadership Team.
Now to May 4: Mother's Day Raffle
Apr 18 to May 2: Hanging Basket Sale
Apr 23: Playa Bowl Fundraiser
Cash Bingo Volunteer Link & Raffle Baskets
H&S is in need of volunteers for the May 13 Cash Bingo. Please see the link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4BAEAC28ABF49-cash
Also, we are looking for raffle baskets to chance off at the Cash Bingo on Friday, May 13. We are asking each grade level (Pre-K thru 8th) to donate a basket (any theme). Themes could be "Movie Night", "A Gift Card Tree", "Mom's Night Out" (gift cards and drinks), "Summer Fun", "Camping", "Beach Gear", or anything else. Thank you in advance for your help!
For tickets or questions, please reach out to Bridget Baill bbaillhf@gmail.com or Jennifer Petrillo jennpetrillo7@gmail.com.
Cash Bingo Form
May 13: Cash Bingo
Jun 12: Trenton Thunder
***** PARISH NEWS *****
Queen of the Universe
Rev. John R. Weber, Pastor
Rev. Cesar J. Izzaguire, Parochial Vicar
View the Parish Weekly Bulletin.
Sunday Mass Schedule:
4:00 PM (Vigil Mass), 7:30 AM , 9:30 AM , 11:30 AM , 1:00 PM La Misa en Español
Weekday Daily Mass:
8:30 AM - Monday through Friday
Holy Days: (subject to change)
5:00 PM (Vigil), 8:30 AM, Noon, & 7:00 PM
The Sacrament of Reconciliation:
Thursday: 6:45 PM - 7:30 PM , Saturdays: 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
The Sacrament of Baptism:
1st and 3rd Saturdays, at 11:00 AM
*** HOLY WEEK 2022 ***
Holy Thursday, April 14
8:30 AM Morning Prayer
7:00 PM Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper, Visits to the Repository until 10:00 AM
Good Friday, April 15
8:30 AM Morning Prayer
3:00 PM Celebration of the Lord's Passion (English)
6:30 PM Celebration of the Lord's Passion (Spanish)
Holy Saturday, April 16
8:30 AM Morning Prayer
6:30 PM Solemn Easter Vigil Mass
St. Frances Cabrini
Msgr. Magee, Weekend Assistant
View the Parish Weekly Bulletin.
Mass Schedule
- Monday-Saturday: 9:30 am
- Saturday Vigil: 5:30 pm
- Sunday: 7:00 am, 9:00 am, 11:00 am
Included is this week's winnings. Next week's jackpot prize is $21,000.
*** HOLY WEEK 2022 ***
Holy Thursday, April 14
7:30 PM Evening Mass of the Lord’s Supper Adoration after the Liturgy until Midnight
11:30 PM Night Prayer
Good Friday, April 15
8:00 AM Office of the Readings and Morning Prayer
7:30 PM Celebration of the Lord’s Passion
Holy Saturday, April 16
8:00 AM Office of the Readings and Morning Prayer
1:00 PM Blessing of the Easter Foods
7:30 PM Easter Vigil Mass
CYO Soccer Registration
CYO Soccer Registration is now open! Please share the link with any other Queen of the Universe or St. Francis Cabrini parishioners and/or Holy Family families that would like to sign up.
- Registration will close on May 9th.
- The season will officially begin on or around August 1st, with practices, and games will begin in the beginning of September.
- For students in grades K-8th in 2022-2023 School Year
2022 HFRCYO Soccer Registration Link: https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/312215
Questions? Contact: Elizabeth Aizen elizabethaizen@gmail.com.