Every Friday Note
August 26, 2022
Weekly Update
A year ago at this time, I was beginning the RCIA for adults classes to become Catholic. Through those classes, I have a further understanding of my faith and the beliefs of the Catholic Church, although I am always striving to learn more about both. The St. Lawrence family has supported me in the beginning and continues to support my growth today. Recently, some school families have reached out to get more information on becoming Catholic and joining the church.
This is an exciting time at St. Lawrence! The word of God is alive and well here. Our teachers are teaching the love of Jesus to all of our students and it is reflected throughout the day. This school, the students and it's teachers, is a real life example of faith, hope, and love. Our theme for the year is Follow the Son and we are doing just that!
If you are interested in gaining more information on becoming a member of the church, please contact us at the school office and we will help get you started!
Next week, the all school masses will be led by the 7th grade (Wednesday) and the 1st grade (Stephens) (Friday). All school masses are at 8:15 AM. You are all welcome to join us!
Afternoon Dismissal Procedures
I am concerned about the number of families who are choosing to bypass the school's dismissal procedures at the end of the day. I understand that we all have places to be, work to get back to, other children to pick up from a different school, etc. However, in many cases, parents are putting their child's safety in danger. It is extremely difficult for our teachers to know who picked up a child when the parents have directed them to leave the class and parking lot. In order to keep your child safe, we need your support on this. Our school day ends at 3:10 PM. You will be on your way by no later than 3:20-3:25. If things do not improve on this issue, we will need to adjust our procedures to ensure that all children are safe. Our system is designed to get people out as quickly as possible and once the process starts, it takes no more than 15 minutes from the time students are dismissed from their classrooms until the last child is picked up.
Mobile Dentist
The mobile dentist will be here on Friday, September 2nd. Information has been sent home with your child about this opportunity.
Spirit Wear
Reminder that Thursdays are Spirit Wear days at St. Lawrence. Students are welcome to wear any St. Lawrence tops, but their pants/shorts/skirts must be regular dress code items. See PFO News down below on how to buy spirit wear.
Calendar Reminders!
September 5- Labor Day NO SCHOOL
September 8- Family Game Night in Cafeteria for all ages
September 14 &15- Student-Parent-Teacher Conferences (1PM Dismissal both days) Sign Up here!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4BABAF23A6FE3-parent1
September 16- Teacher Professional Development Day (NO SCHOOL)
September 19- 1 hour late start. Doors open to students at 8:25.
September 22- School Picture Day (Dress code not required)
PFO News
1st PFO Meeting
The first PFO ( Parent Faculty Organization) meeting of the school year will be Sept. 1, 2022 at 6:00 PM in the school. Please enter the doors by the school office. ALL parents/ guardians welcome! We will discuss events taking place this semester, volunteer opportunities, our fundraisers and welcome any new ideas! We will have updates from faculty about school happenings.
Room Parents
Each classroom is in need of I -3 room parents. Please click the sign up genius link below and consider helping this school year. Any questions email Chris Ugo at chrisknych@aol.com
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090A4AAAAE2DA02-20222023%2F4776162
Spirit Wear
Spirit wear is available to purchase! The sale is strictly online. All orders must be placed by September 5, 2022. All orders will be brought to the school office and distributed to your student when they are ready. Students are able to wear spirit wear every Thursday throughout the school year. This will be the only sale this semester so stock up now!
https://stlawspirit.itemorder.com/shop/home/
SMRE and RCIA
From Claudia Diaz:
Registrations have already begun and they will be ending on September 30.
If anyone is looking to register for Sunday Morning Religious Education (SMRE) or Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) youth:
1- If they come to the parish office to register, you can call or text my work cell to see if I'm on campus, I would love to talk to them! If I don't answer the phone, please give them my work cell# (317-418-5692) or they can fill out the yellow form located on the receptionist's desk.
2- They can go to the Parish website and fill out the electronic registration form.
3- Or they can come this Sunday after every Mass (starting at 10 am) to register.
Join our Saint Lawrence Cub Scout Pack!
Encontrando a Dios en la Eucaristia
On Monday, August 29th Dr. Marlon De La Torre from the Archdiocese of Detroit will offer a presentation—in Spanish—for anyone who’d like to attend (no charge).
The event is hosted by our Hispanic ministry and catechetical offices, and will occur at Holy Spirit on the east side from 7pm to 9pm. Please share the attached flyer with individuals and groups you think might benefit from this engaging, interactive formation opportunity.
Homeroom Teachers for 2022-2023
Kindergarten- Mrs. Fischer mailto:lfischer@saintlawrence.net
1st Grade- Mrs. Tollefson mailto:etollefson@saintlawrence.net
1st Grade- Ms. Stephens mailto:jstephens@saintlawrence.net
2nd Grade- Mrs. Glaze mailto:mglaze@saintlawrence.net
3rd Grade- Mrs. Hummel mailto:chummel@saintlawrence.net
4th Grade- Mr. Jones mailto:zjones@saintlawrence.net
5th Grade- Mr. Grant mailto:tgrant@saintlawrence.net
6th Grade- Ms. Raciti mailto:mgraciti@saintlawrence.net
7th Grade- Ms. Kacer mailto:rkacer@saintlawrence.net
8th Grade- Mrs. Roberts mailto:rroberts@saintlawrence.net
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Acknowledging diversity makes us stronger
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Location: 6950 East 46th Street, Lawrence, IN, USA
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