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This year, we adopted a new math program for grades K-3 called Eureka Math.  For the past several years, we were not entirely pleased with the growth we were seeing from our students in Mathematics especially in the lower grades.  We sent a number of teachers, our math coach, and myself to participate in a year long study of mathematical practices and teaching last year to begin the process of revising our math approach and curriculum.  We needed a program that would stretch our kids math thinking.  The math books we were using were not helping our students to think deeper about a process.  From this conference, many schools that had been struggling used Eureka Math.  The student's ability to comprehend and ability to work through more challenging tasks improved greatly with this program.  We want this for our students here at Saint Jude.  With any new program, there will be growing pains, we also hope to see some productive struggle from our students as that leads to growth.  However, we want you as parents to feel equipped to help your child as well.  Here are some sites and resources to help our students with the work and the process related to Eureka Math.


1. You Tube videos by Duane Habecker
    - He has videos with each module for each grade that we are using the program.  Another explanation by another voice might help.

2. Khan Academy 
    - https://www.khanacademy.org/math/k-8-grades/engageny/topic-foundations-engageny
        = This is a remediation site for skills that a student may lack.

   - https://www.khanacademy.org/math/k-8-grades
         = This is the site that all grades can access for extra practice.
         = If a students gets the particular skill wrong.  There is an explanation to coincide with it.
3. IXL
    - https://www.ixl.com/resources/curriculum-alignments
       = This site gives the practice set alignments to each part of Eureka. The school cafeteria is looking for someone to work in the kitchen from 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM, Monday - Friday during school days only.  How fun would be to see your kids come through the lunch line everyday!  If you are interested, please send an email to our cafeteria manager at mrippy@sjsindy.org.

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School Play
“Be our guest”...as the St. Jude Fine Arts Committee begins production on the wonderfullly entertaining and crowd-pleasing, Disney ‘Beauty and the Beast, Jr’.  You can make Belle, the Beast, Lumiere, Gaston, and many other fun characters come to life on the Roncalli High School stage--by auditioning for the show!  (Both singing and non-singing parts are needed!)  Or help design and build the sets and be part of the awesome backstage crew! 
Come join the fun and rewarding experience of being part of a live stage production!  
Auditions  are Friday, September 20, 6:30p-8:30p and Saturday September 21, 8:30a-11:30a  in the St. Jude cafeteria.  
Registration for both cast and crew is $30.  You must sign up (below) and complete the registration form.
Any questions?  Contact Kris Kirschner, SJFAC chair, kkirschner8@gmail.com
Click here for a Registration Form
Click here to Audition
Click here for Tech Crew

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Spirit Wear
The athletic board has introduced a new spirit wear website.  Order your items online and they will be mailed directly to your home.  Click here and follow the instructions listed: 
The top 2 boxes should be left blank.
username : stjude
password : stjude
You will be redirected to a registration page. Enter in your email address, name and set up your password.  Once you are registered you will use your email as the username and the password you have set up. (you will no longer use the stjude password).  Each transaction will be required to enter in a credit card at check out as well as a ship-to address.

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Men's Club Basketball
Looking to get more exercise?  Enjoy playing Hoops?  Want to play basketball on the new gym floor? Join us for Men’s Club Basketball Sunday Nights in the St Jude Gym from 7:30 to 9. All people 18 years or older are welcome.  Try it out for a few weeks for free.  Park behind the gym to enter. See you Sunday. Contact Scott Sanneman sanneman.s@lilly.com for questions.  

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St. Jude's Women's Club is looking for new members! 
If you've been thinking about joining a parish club please join us as we kick-off the 2019-2020 year with our annual Margarita Opener! The event will take place on Thursday, September 12th at 7:00 p.m. in the Parish Center Basement. 
If you plan to attend please RSVP on SignupGenius: 
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0b48aeaa2fab9-sjcw. 
The mission of the Women's Club is to unite women of St. Jude Parish by providing opportunities for spiritual growth, leadership, and service through recreational, educational and charitable activities. 
If you are interested in being a SJWC member please bring your annual membership dues of $10. If you have questions about SJWC contact Robin Uberta at robinuberta@hotmail.com. 
Check us out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stjudewomensclub Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Greenwood Moose Lodge 2079 (813 Smith Valley Road)
Doors open at 5:30pm, Bingo starts at 6:30pm
Tickets $25 (in advance); $30 VIP reserved seating; $180 for Table of 6; $35 at the door
For tickets, contact Beth (haggenjos04@gmail.com or 317-753-2099) OR pay online at https://membership.faithdirect.net/events/details/3293. For sponsorship opportunities, contact Beth or Stephanie Sabina (jimandstephanie2@gmail.com or 317-869-9602). All bingo proceeds benefit St. Jude youth attending the National Catholic Youth Conference.

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Faith and Football 2019: November 17th, 2019 (Colts v. Jaguars– 1:00pm)

• Fevo Link to purchase tickets:  Colts Faith & Football ticket purchase
• As a member of St. Jude Catholic Church, you’re invited to attend Faith and Football with the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on Sunday, November 17th (1pm kickoff).
• < >(1) Colts vs. Jaguars game day ticket
• Post-Game Field Pass
• On- Field Photo Opportunity (bring your cameras)
• Inspirational messages and testimonials from  testimonials from select Colts Players and Coaches”

*This is not a fundraiser, but an opportunity to share football and Christian faith testimonials

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Roncalli 2019 Homecoming Event
On September 27, 2019, Roncalli High School will host its 50 year homecoming celebration. At half-time during the 7:00 PM game against Brebeuf Jesuit High School, the 50th class and the 25th class will be recognized. Awards will be given for Alumni of the Year and Honorary Alumni.
After the presentations, the homecoming festivities will continue under the big tent with food, drink and a live band performance by local favorite “Tastes Like Chicken.” This is an over 21 gathering, and tickets to the tent party are $10 which include food and band. Beverages will be available for purchase.
 To purchase your tickets for the tent party, please contact Gary Armbruster at 317-787-8277 ext. 242 or email garmbruster@roncalli.org.

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Roncalli's 50 Year Celebration Dinner
You are invited to attend Roncalli's 50 Year Celebration Dinner on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at Roncalli High School  in the Family Room/Gymnasium.  Go to 50.roncalli.org for more information and to RSVP.

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Mark your calendars! Christian recording artist, Kathy Troccoli will be performing free of charge at Roncalli on Tuesday, October 8. Two of the Roncalli choirs will be performing with her, and each south deanery grade school will be represented during this performance! Tickets are available in Roncalli's Main Office starting on Tuesday, September 3rd from 8 AM - 3 PM. There are limited seats, so get yours early!