Hornet Herald
Teaching the Way of Jesus Christ
Holy Family Catholic School
Email: jshreve@hfsfw.org
Website: http://www.hfcsfw.org
Phone: 817-737-4201
January 22, 2018
A Message from our Principal
9 DAYS FOR LIFE
In the Catholic Church in the United States, January 22nd is designated as a particular day of prayer and penance, called the "Day of Prayer for the Legal Protection of Unborn Children." As Catholics, we are called to observe this day through the penitential practices of prayer, fasting, and/or giving alms.
At our Monday Prayer Service, we prayed for a growing love of each human person and a growing love of God’s little ones. We prayed that the life of every human person, from conception to the moment of natural death, be cherished and protected in our laws.
Peace in Christ,
Dr. John Shreve
Upcoming Events
Due to a constantly changing calendar, we will not be printing a full calendar this year. Please refer to the Holy Family Catholic School website calendar for all important dates. There is a printable version at that link, for your convenience. Thank you!
January 26 - Holy Family Spaghetti Lunch (2 shifts: PK3 thru 3rd grade, 11am to 12pm and grades 4 thru 8, 12pm to 1pm). Cost is free to all. Contributions are accepted, not expected.
January 25 - Weekly Liturgy – 8:15am hosted by 7th grade
January 28 - Open House for New Families
Important Dates Coming Up
January 31 - Science Fair Projects due; Grades 6-8
January 31 - "Faith and Family", presentation by Father Hoa; 6:30-8:00 in the library; Childcare provided
February 2 - Noon Dismissal
February 9 - St. Valentine's Family Dance
February 12 - Pot O' Gold Kick Off
February 13 - Mardi Gras Day and St. Valentine's Day Parties start at 2:15
February 14 - Ash Wednesday, Mass at 12:00 PM
February 15 - No school Mass on Thursday (Regular Daily Mass in Chapel at 8:15 am)
April 7- Pot O'Gold
CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
We will kick-off our Catholic Schools week this Friday, January 26, with our
Family Spaghetti Lunch.
2 shifts for lunch:
11:00 am to 11:45 am for grades Pk3 to 3; and, 12:00 pm to 12:45 pm for grades 4 to 8. Lunch is complimentary. Soft drinks, water, etc., will be sold.
OPEN HOUSE
Open House is this Sunday, January 28 from 10 am to 2 pm. Please make sure your child / children wear their formal school uniforms to Mass. If your family would like to greet at Mass, or be Gift Bearers, please contact me (jshreve@hfsfw.org) or Mrs. Hiett (shiett@hfsfw.org).
Students who wear their uniforms to Mass may have a “spirit day” dress on Monday, January 29. He or she can wear (with uniform) a school spirit shirt, favorite sports team shirt / sweatshirt / jersey.
FAITH AND FAMILY for the iGeneration - - - Strengthening the Communion of Love in Your Family
Join us January 31st from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm (with a break) in the school library. Childcare is free. PLEASE rsvp to Ms. Barker (jbarker@hfsfw.org). This is a great opportunity for all of us to hear Father Hoa and his words regarding the importance of faith and family in our current society.
Catholic Schools Week Events
Monday, January 29th - Prayer Service; appreciation for our parish community; breakfast for faculty/parish staff
Tuesday, January 30th- Praying Rosary for our students; individual class projects; ice cream desserts for students
Wednesday, January 31st- Praying for our country; Red, White and Blue Day; students & staff wear patriotic shirts, socks w/uniforms. Father Hoa will present to our parents: Faith and Family @ 6:30pm
Thursday, February 1st- Recognizing Vocations: School Mass - Father Hoa and Deacon Mike (Guest BISHOP OLSON)
Friday, February 2nd- Celebrating our families: Family Rosary in Church beginning at 11:20; Noon dismissal
Basketball Game Schedule
1/26: 8th Grade Girls, 8 pm @ St. George
1/26: 6th Grade Boys, 6 pm @ St. Rita
1/27: 6th Grade Boys, 12 pm @ Holy Family1/27: 8th Grade Boys, 1 pm @ St. Rita
1/27: 8th Grade Girls, 4 pm @ St. Joseph
2/9: 8th Grade Boys, Forfiet
It's Re-enrollment Time!
2018-2019 Enrollment
All families of current students were sent an invitation to reenroll for the 2018-2019 school year. The deadline for reenrollment is February 9. If you did not receive the email or have questions about the process contact Tracy Head at busmgr@hfsfw.org or 817-737-4201 x110.
Grant & Aid Application Now Open
Holy Family Catholic School hopes to provide every qualified student the opportunity to
attend our school.
The responsibility for funding a student's educational expenses lies with the parents. For those that cannot pay the full cost, Holy Family has a grant and aid program that provides assistance. All financial aid is issued as need-based aid. There is no assurance that a student receiving aid in one year will be issued aid the following year. An online application with all required documentation must be submitted to FACTS no later than March 1. There is a $30 non-refundable application fee. Click the following link to begin the application process https://online.factsmgt.com/signin/44SW2.
Volunteer Opportunities
Home and School Association. Contact Angie Uptmore for ways to get involved in the school and classrooms.
Dads Club. Contact George Solerno for ways to get involved in the Dads Club.
Pot O' Gold. Our Annual Fundraiser is right around the corner. Contact Maria Orand for ways to help with this awesome event.
Lunchroom Monitors. Assist during lunch from 11 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. We need help on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
If you are interested in any of these opportunities, please email Angie Uptmore.
As with any of these volunteer opportunities you MUST have you Safe and Sacred Training completed. Contact Tracy Head if you have questions regarding your status.
Lost and Found is FULL
A Note from Nurse Reeder
Pot O' Gold
“Run for the Roses “ raffle tickets sales are going strong. We have one student who is out in the lead, having sold 12 books! Who is going to catch him? Make sure to turn in your tickets and money each week. Parents, the Pot O’ Gold kick off is Monday February 12, 2018. The proceeds from the raffle ticket sales will go towards the construction of a multi – sport, outdoor court for our students. Tickets are $5 each or 6 for $25. 1st prize is $1,500 Visa Gift Card and 2nd prize is $750 Visa Gift Card.
(need not be present to win)