Crusader Connections
Father Andrew White S.J. School Newsletter
November 1, 2022
Happy All Saints' Day!
Important Dates
November 1: Winter Uniforms Begin & All Saints' Day (Mass hosted by 3rd Grade)
November 2: All Souls' Day
November 4: Book Fair Ends
November 5-6: Varsity Basketball Tip Off Tournament
November 9-10: Parent/Teacher Conferences
November 10: Early Dismissal, 12:30pm
November 11: No School - Happy Veterans Day!
November 14: American Legion Visits Grade 1
November 16: Picture Retake Day & Grade 4 Field Trip
November 18: Middle School Monthly Activity
November 21 - 25: No School - Happy Thanksgiving!
November 30: High School Placement Test (8th Grade) & Science/History Fair Projects Due
Volunteer Hours Update
Log Your Volunteer Hours!
Kindly remember to log your volunteer hours today! All FAW families have had accounts created for them, regardless of if you receive the Service Scholarship or not. Only those that receive the Service Scholarship are required to submit their hours; however, it's always nice to see how all of our families volunteer and also to track the amount of hours required to run certain fundraisers. If you did not receive login instructions, please contact the office at office@fatherandrewwhite.org. To view your approved volunteer hours, enter your email address here and click on the link through your email.
NOTE: Chaperoning field trips does not qualify as volunteer hours for fulfillment of the Service Scholarship.
Trunk or Treat Thank You and Winners!
Thank you to all who participated in our Trunk or Treat last week! We saw some very creative trunks and costumes! A special spooktacular thank you goes to Lisa Beavan, Audrey Cosgrove, and Meghan Huett and their team of volunteers who made sure we had a fa-boo-lous amount of fun!
Our Trunk or Treat winners are below!
#1 Best Trunk
"Hocus Pocus"
Mrs. Valeski, Mrs. Downey, & Mrs. Hinkle
#2 Best Trunk
"Pirate"
Mrs. Richards
Best Costume
"The Claw"
Abby Redding
Service Project
Eighth graders, led by student Carley Greenwell, made bags with treats to give to Cedar Lane residents. They were surprised with over 200 Boo bags! What a wonderful way to sweeten their day! Way to go!
Winter Uniforms begin TODAY, November 1st!
Our winter uniforms began today, Tuesday, November 1st. Please be sure to check our Parent/Student Handbook for our uniform policy. If you have any uniforms your children have outgrown, kindly consider donating them for others to use. You may drop off unstained and washed uniforms in the basket located in the school vestibule. If you are in need of used uniforms, you are welcome to contact our coordinator at sheli.laney@live.com.
🏀 Basketball Tip Off Tournament 🏀
Our Tip Off Basketball Tournament will begin this Saturday, November 5th at St. John's School. Come cheer on your Varsity Boys and Girls teams!
- BOYS: 10:15am (FAW vs ANS)
- GIRLS: 4:30pm (FAW vs OLSS)
GO CRUSADERS!
Picture Day Retakes & Makeups: November 16, 2022
Picture Day Makeups
If your child was absent for our regularly scheduled Picture Day or would like to have a retake, please mark your calendars for November 16, 2022. If your child received photos and would like a retake, you must return the Lifetouch packet of pictures in original condition to the photographer on our Picture Makeup Day. Please check your child's folder today to see the printed photos!
Poinsettia & Wreath Sale
Get ready to deck your halls, house and office! Bring beauty and cheer to the Christmas season with fresh LOCALLY grown poinsettias and wreaths. These vibrant poinsettias and wreaths are the easiest way to get your home or business ready for the holiday season. They also make wonderful gifts! Red and white poinsettias are available in various sizes and gorgeous handmade 20-inch wreaths will include a mixture of traditional greenery, berries and pinecones. New this year – we have beautiful, potted Christmas Cactus in 4 inch pots.
Quantities are limited so be sure to purchase early! Online ordering makes it easy to order and pay. All orders are due on November 16, 2022 and will need to be picked up on Wednesday, November 30, 2022 between 5:30 – 7pm or Thursday, December 1, 2022 between 7:30 – 9am or 1:30 – 3:30pm.
Place your online order today: https://bnfct.co/faw-poinsettia-wreath-drive
Parent/Teacher Conference Sign Ups
This year conferences will be held from 3- 6pm on the afternoon of November 9th and 1-6pm on November 10th. Please make sure you will be available those days for this very important meeting concerning your child’s progress. Report cards for the first quarter will be given to parents at the conferences.
Sign up for conferences HERE.
Book Fair Ends This Week!
Our Book Fair will be here until Friday of this week! For a preview or to load your child's e-wallet, visit our website here: https://fatherandrewwhite.org/bookfair/
Please support our Food Drive! Gather your items soon!
Our Monthly Virtue: Humility
2023-2024 TADS Tuition Assistance Program
Applications for next year’s Archdiocesan Tuition Assistance Program are now available. Families may apply online by logging on to https://adwcatholicschools.org/tuition-assistance/.
On the top toolbar, hover over “TUITION ASSISTANCE” and then click on the “ARCHDIOCESAN TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM” link at the top of the menu. Any families who think they will need tuition assistance for the 2023-2024 school year MUST APPLY THROUGH THIS ADW PROGRAM FIRST, before asking for aid from FAW.
The TADS admissions portal is accessible for the 2023-2024 admissions cycle for all archdiocesan elementary schools.
TADS tuition assistance deadlines are:
Returning Families - December 2, 2022
New Families - February 18, 2023
Please contact Madelin Fox at foxm@adw.org or tuitionassistanceprogram@adw.org with tuition assistance questions or concerns.
Broadening Options and Opportunities for Students Today (BOOST) Program
The BOOST Program provides scholarships for students who are eligible for the Free or Reduced-Price Meals program (FARMS). The online applications for BOOST Scholarships must include documents supporting income eligibility and school enrollment.
For additional information, contact the BOOST Program at boost.msde@maryland.gov
The 2022-2023 BOOST Scholarship application can be found here.
Notes from Nurse Rose
If your child requires any medications to be administered at school, either routinely or on an as needed basis, we require a medication authorization form signed by you and your child’s healthcare provider. This applies to any over the counter medications, as well (including cough drops).
Looking for Service Hours?
Science & History Fair Judges & Runners Needed
Our Science and History Fair will be here in one month! We are in need of judges on Thursday, December 1st! The projects will be set up in the gym and score sheets will be ready for both subject areas. This combined Academic Fair will need judges between 9am – 12pm. Please check your calendars and offer some time if possible to see the great work our students are presenting. Please complete the Science and History Fair Judging Form or contact Mrs. Sarlo, Mr. George, or Mrs. Hinkle for more information. Thank you!
Do you love organizing a good party or an amazing event?
The Home & School Association is seeking a Chairperson (or Chair Team) and committees to plan and organize two of our biggest and best events of the year: The Spring Social & Auction and also our Spring Fun Run! The groundwork has already been laid for the Social & Auction this April, but we need teams in place to continue with the rest of the planning! Here are the positions that we need filled immediately:
- Spring Social & Auction Chairperson (can be 2 people)
- Spring Social & Auction Planning Committee Members
- Fun Run Chairperson (can be 2 people)
- Fun Run Planning Committee Members
Duties for both events include soliciting sponsorships and donations, planning details, some marketing, logistics and executing the events. We’d love your outside-the-box ideas! Chairpersons of these events qualify for the complete fulfillment of the Service Scholarship/Volunteer Hours. If you’re interested in helping with either of these events, please email our HSA President, Jen Tennyson at jntennyson@gmail.com to get started! The Home & School Association (HSA) is grateful for any time or resources you are able to give!
Weekly Reminders:
❏ Cheer on the Basketball Teams
❏ Order Poinsettias and Wreaths
❏ Consider volunteering for the Science/History Fair
❏ Think about helping Chair an HSA event
❏ Try on Winter Uniforms and Donate ones that are too small
❏ Sign up for Parent/Teacher Conferences
❏ Apply for Tuition Assistance through the ADW
❏ Gather Items to Donate to our Food Drive
❏ Fill out the Volunteer Opportunity Form
❏ Order Electronic Gift Cards Online
❏ Submit Volunteer Hours
About FAW
Email: office@fatherandrewwhite.org
Website: https://www.fatherandrewwhite.org
Location: 22850 Washington Street, Leonardtown, MD, USA
Phone: (301) 475-9795
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fawschool/
Twitter: @FAWcrusaders