Thursday Newsletter 11/15/2018
St. John Nepomuk Catholic School
Mission Statement
No School Nov. 19-23 due to Thanksgiving Break!
Don't Forget Coats for Recess!
We will still go outside for recess on cold weather days. Please be vigilant in making sure your child has his or her coat to stay warm.
Please label all coats, gloves, etc.
Take the Cake Tournament Winners!
6/7 Grade Girls
5th Grade Boys
4 & 6 Grade Boys Playing with CSSE
Christmas Shopping with SCRIP!
Christmas Shopping Simplified!
Purchase your Christmas gift cards through our SCRIP program to earn yourself and the school $$!! Don’t forget we have gift cards to help mark those special people off your list.
Map out your holiday shopping list—Thank-Scrip-ing Day is coming on Tuesday, November 20 bringing big bonus rebates on eGift cards (ScripNow®) and reloads to your physical gift cards. Take advantage of exclusive bonus rebates on all the scrip you need for Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping. Mark your calendars: participating brands and bonus rebates will be announced at 12:00 a.m. Eastern on the 20th.
Enroll in online payments (PrestoPay™) to receive your eGift cards and reloads to your physical gift cards faster.* You can also pay by check when you place your order within the 27 hours of the promotion. You’ll receive your eGift cards and reloads to your physical gift cards when your coordinator releases the order.
To earn big, create an account on ShopWithScrip.com or MyScripWallet.com if you don’t have one yet.
When planning your gift giving, be sure to order through the school Scrip program. Don't forget those Corporate Gifts, Family and Friends or even just grocery shopping!
SCRIP currently in stock for immediate purchase are companies such as :
Sprouts
Target
Polished Nail
iTunes
Starbucks
Online ordering offers even more options. Use our family code CBD17ALE937 at
Check out the retailer list on the order form below, mark the number of cards you need and we’ll send them backpack express…how easy is that?
We will have several retailers in low denomination cards also!
The last order before Christmas break will be submitted on the morning of Dec. 17th!
Questions? Contact our SCRIP Coordinator, Becca Grelle at rebecca.grelle@gmail.com
Parent Partner Resources
JCYC - Jr High Catholic Youth Conference
Upcoming Jr High Youth Conference
JCYC - Jr High Catholic Youth Conference
December 1, 2018
1:00pm-8:00pm @ Bishop Kelly
Cost is $35
JCYC is the annual Jr.High Catholic Youth Conference sponsored by the Diocese of Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Conference is open to all middle school students (6th-8th grade), their parents, catechists, youth leaders, and/or pastors!
This year, the event features Dante Schmitz, who will be leading music, and Katie Prejean-McGrady, who will be speaking to the middle school students.
Fee includes all costs associated with the conference and dinner.
Students must have a parish group registered in order to attend. If you don't see your parish by typing it in under "Join a Group," please contact your parish!
All students and adults must bring a completed off-site consent form (Form D for youth, E for adults) with them to the conference. Parish leaders must also keep a copy on their person at all times. Forms can be found at www.dioceseoftulsayouth.org. Register HERE. Registration closes on November 27th, so don't delay!
Questions? Contact Jo Anna Bannister at JBannister@sjnok.org.
(THE WORLD'S FIRST TALKING CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHT BULB) AND AUTHOR, JOHN BROOKS Return to SJN!
AND AUTHOR, JOHN BROOKS are returning to St. John Nepomuk on December 4th with an opportunity for a wonderful Christmas gift for your child
Hall of Fame broadcaster John Brooks, a semi-retired sportscaster and
former “Voice" of University of Oklahoma football and basketball is now an
accomplished author of the popular Bobby Bright children's series.
2018 marks his 12th year on tour. The Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters
Hall of Famer read to his 100,000th student last year and has made 393
appearances at 214 different schools in the past decade.
HE HAS THRILLED OUR CHILDREN WITH HIS ANIMATED READINGS THREE
DIFFERENT TIMES IN THE PAST DECADE. He will read from books one and
two in his series, featuring artwork created by former movie animated artists
from Walt Disney, Warner Bros. and Hannah-Barbera movie studios.
His series includes:
Bobby Bright's Greatest Christmas Ever, 129 pages 2006
Bobby Bright's Christmas Heroics; 285 pages 2008
Bobby Bright Spends Christmas in Spain; 292 pages 2009
Bobby Bright becomes a Professor: And is Lost at Sea; 204 pages 2011
Bobby Bright Meets His Maker: The Truth Revealed; 157 pages 2011
Mr. Brooks will autograph his books and donate a portion of the sales to our
school. If interested in ordering, please make check
payable to the school. Order form available below.
Book Fair Information!
SJN Book Fair
Friday, Dec 7, 2018, 12:00 AM
600 Garth Brooks Boulevard, Yukon, OK, USA
Dear Parents and Families:
Reading for pleasure unlocks the power of information and imagination and helps children discover who they are. Here’s what you can do to help children develop stronger reading skills and a love
for reading:
- Set the example. Let children see you read.
- Have a collection of books in your home. Update this collection routinely to keep up with changing tastes and reading skills.
- Support our school’s Book Fair. Allow your children to choose their own books to read.
Our Scholastic Book Fair is a reading event that brings the books kids want to read right into our school. It’s a wonderful selection of engaging and affordable books for every reading level. Please make plans to visit our Book Fair and be involved in shaping your child’s reading habits.
Book Fair dates: 12/7-12/14
Shopping hours: School Hours and After the Christmas Program on 12/10
If you are unable to attend the Fair in person, we invite you to visit our online Book Fair at scholastic.com/fair. We look forward to seeing you and your family at our Book Fair! Remember, all purchases benefit our school.
Sincerely,
Natalie Johnson
PrincipalA Very Giving Christmas
Families selected through Catholic Charities' and Sunbeam Family Services programs and partner agencies receive the opportunity to visit St. Nick's Shoppe and select gift items to place under their Christmas tree. When the parents enter St. Nick's Shoppe, they can visit two shopping areas: one with gifts for children and another with gifts for the parents or general household use. Each family receives Santa Bucks based on the size of the household. Volunteers guide the parents through St. Nick's Shoppe and assist with gift-wrapping.
To give back to the community which so generously supports this program, each family member participating in A Very Giving Christmas volunteers a set amount of time in the community. This volunteer time must be completed prior to visiting St. Nick's Shoppe.
St. Nick’s Shoppe Wish List Children’s Gift Items
Action Figures
Bikes and Helmets
Building Blocks
Coats
Coloring Books, Crayons, Markers and Paints
Duffel Bags and Tote Bags
Parents’ Gift Items
Coats for Men and Women
Gloves, Hats and Scarves for Men and Women Hair Dryers, Flat Irons and Curling Irons Manicure and Makeup Sets
Tote Bags and Purses
Wallets for Men and Women
Watches for Men and Women
Gift Cards ($25 increments, please)
Amazon Target Walmart
DVD Players
Gloves, Hats and Scarves
Jewelry, Watches and Accessories for Teens Learning and Developmental Toys/Games Learning Toys for Babies and Toddlers Manicure Kits, Nail Polish and Makeup Scooters and Skate Boards
Toy Cars and Trucks
Household Gift Items
Pots and Pans
Silverware
Small Kitchen Appliances
Large Tool Kits and Power Tools Vacuum Cleaners
Gift Wrap Items
Boxes, Bags and Tissue
Gift Tags, Ribbons and Bows Wrapping Paper and Tape
More Information Below
Manna Pantry Turkey Drop
Upcoming Events
Comment Box
In an effort to keep the lines of communication open at St. John Nepomuk Catholic School, we have created the Comment Box. Our hope is that parents will utilize this convenient approach to express thoughts, ideas, and issues involving our school. Please leave a comment or concern for St. John Nepomuk Catholic School principal, Natalie Johnson. Be sure to indicate if you would like to be contacted regarding your submission.
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St. John Nepomuk Catholic School
Natalie Johnson
Principal
Cell: (405) 578-4656
Office: (405) 354-2509
Fax: (405) 354-8192
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Email: principal@sjnok.org
Website: sjnok.org/school
Location: 600 Garth Brooks Boulevard, Yukon, OK, United States