We will have our annual State of the School Meeting this evening at 6:30 pm in the auditorium. Parents who attend will receive 2 volunteer hours. This is an "adults only" event and childcare will not be provided. I hope that you are able to attend, so that you can get an annual update on how things are going at the school, as well as upcoming items for next year. So, please join us!

The Crab Feed and Auction is almost here. It will be held on Saturday, Jan. 28th at Bellarmine Prep. If you have not purchased tickets for this fantastic event of crab, prime rib, beer, wine, silent/live auction, and dancing, please do so by this Friday. This is a critical fundraiser for our school and we need everyone's support to make this a success. You can purchase tickets through the front desk or online at: https://hrrsjda.ejoinme.org/crabfeed2017tickets.

I hope to see you at both of these important events!

Blessings,

Katie Dempsey

Principal

Wednesday: State of the School Meeting at 6:30 pm. Parents who attend get 2 service hours! Adults only, please.

Thursday: All School Mass at 9 am

Fri: Spirit Gear can be worn today.

Next Week:

Monday, Jan. 23: The 7th and 8th Graders will be going to the March for Life event. We will have a bus to take us. If you would like to attend, we will probably have several seats available. Contact Ms. Dempsey or Mr. Farias to reserve a seat.

Auction/Crab Feed:

Purchase your tickets today!

Have you seen the crab roaming around at carpool? The Auction/Crab Feed is right around the corner on January 28th and we would love to see you there. Not only is this event an important fundraiser for our school, it is also a great time! Did I mention crab, wine, and dancing? And new this year, a photo booth! Please see this link to purchase your Auction/Crab Feed tickets online: https://hrrsjda.ejoinme.org/crabfeed2017tickets. Don't forget to notate who you would like to sit with.

Volunteer Opportunities:

The Crab Feed and Auction would not be possible without all of the volunteers that make it happen. This event is a great opportunity for families to get a bulk of their volunteer commitment hours fulfilled.The event is on Saturday, January 28th. Please see the following link to sign-up to volunteer, we have times available Friday - Sunday. We need assistance with transport, set-up, food, registration, and more! Just choose the time and project that works best for you! Please sign-up here:

https://hrrsjda.ejoinme.org/volunteering

More questions, please email Sarah McKinney at: smckinney@hrrsjda.org

During Catholic School's Week, we'd like to show our appreciation for all the staff at Holy Rosary. We are sponsoring a lunch on February 1st. Please sign up to bring an item or come and volunteer. Food will need to be dropped off in the cafeteria (preferably not with your teacher) by 11:00am to set up for lunch. Also, sign up to help warm, serve or clean up. Sign up now at:

http://signup.com/go/7nDSo6

-Thanks from your Parent Service Club

CYO Volleyball Season Slated to Begin Soon!

Holy Rosary Catholic School is actively taking signups for the upcoming Volleyball season and for the Girls' Volleyball.

Practices will begin in February. Leagues games will be played on Saturdays.

Holy Rosary CYO Volleyball provides a safe and balanced learning environment for players of all abilities that develops the athletic skills, character, sportsmanship, and teamwork of children in grades 4 through 8 through their participation in Volleyball. Volleyball registrations will be in the school office, beginning 11 January 2017

Cost will be about $75 per player which includes your jersey (not shorts). Registration is for grades 4-8 for boys and girls. By signing up, there is no guarantee your child will be playing on a team. Teams will need to have at least 9 players and have a coach.

Coaches Wanted!

We are looking for Volleyball coaches for grade level 4 - 8. If you are enthusiastic and willing to teach our kids about team sports, please volunteer. If you are interested in volunteering as a head or assistant coach, please let me know. You may contact me to find out if your grade level already has a coach/coaches. The Volleyball season starts practicing in February. The season will run through April, maybe into May depending how many teams we get to sign up.

Coaches are responsible for recruiting additional members at the grade level they wish to participate.

Practices will be held at Fawcett Elementary

Please contact Ralph Thomson, CYO@hrrsjda.org