Tuesday Reminders - January 9, 2024

Assumption Catholic School

The Assumption Catholic community, united in the Eucharist, provides a challenging academic education where living a Christ-centered life comes first.

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Dear Parents,

Yesterday was an interesting “weather day”. Once the Diocese notifies us of if/when the day will be made up, I will pass the information along. The Playground Blessing is being rescheduled to Tuesday, January 23rd at 10:00. As the students have been patiently waiting to play on the new equipment, we will move forward with opening the playground to the classes this week.

Catholic Schools Week is right around the corner. The celebration will take place from January 28 to February 2. Below are some highlights from the schedule for the week but more details will be provided closer to the week. Remember, we need many volunteers to make this week successful, and all family service hours completed count for DOUBLE hours.

Thank you and God bless,

Maryann Jimenez

Sunday, January 28th: Kick-off Catholic Schools Week Mass at 10:00

· Students will assist with Mass as lectors, greeters, ushers, etc.

· All students are encouraged to wear their uniforms.

· Essay Contest announced in the bulletin.

Monday, January 29th: Day of Service

· Students will work to complete various community outreach and service projects.

· Each student brings in one flower for the Eucharistic Procession. Flowers will be collected outside Jordan Hall before entering school.

Tuesday, January 30th: Eucharistic Procession

· 8:30 Eucharistic Procession – parents invited to attend

· Students compete in “Bishop’s Bowl”

Wednesday, January 31st: STREAM Career Day & Student Appreciation Lunch

· STREAM Career Day

· Essay due for the contest.

· With a $1 donation for Catholic Charities, students may wear Non-Uniform attire.

· Cookout lunch for students sponsored by HSA and cooked by the Knights of Columbus.

o 5th-8th grade may order burgers or hot dogs

o K-4th grade may order hot dogs

o Mini sodas, chips, and a cookie included.

Thursday, February 1st: Field Day

· FieldDay

o Students in K-3 may wear athletic attire.

o Students in 4-8 may wear PE uniform

· Kona Ice Truck Day

Friday, February 2nd: Grandparent’s Day

· 9:30 Mass for 3rd-8th Grade

· 10:30 Performance for K-2nd Grade

· Early dismissal (11:45-12:10) with no lunch or Afterschool Care.

Month at a Glance

January 12: HSA Meeting, 8:00/ 2nd Quarter Awards Ceremony, 9:00 in the Church

January 15: Martin Luther King Day – No School

January 20: Mother-Son Event

January 23: Opening of the Playground 10:00 a.m.

January 24: Geography Bee, 8:00

January 27: First Penance

Januay 28: Catholic School’s Week Kick-Off Mass

January 28-31: Catholic Schools Week

January 30: Eucharistic Procession

Who to Contact

The main school telephone number is 904-398-1774

Link to office information: https://assumptionjax.org/contact-us
Faculty Directory: https://assumptionjax.org/staff
Overview of who to contact with questions is below.

Who to Contact

Be sure to like, follow, and tag us on social media!

Spiritwear website link

News and Information

Winter Fest

Mother-Son Event

Please join us for this year's Mother-Son Event at a Jacksonville University Basketball Game on January 20th! See the flyer attached for more details. The following link can be used to purchase general admission tickets. ACS will have a designated section atthe game. Use promo code MOM for a discount.

https://tickets.judolphins.com/#/event-details/mens-basketball-vs-kennesaw-state

For any questions, please contact Jackie George at jackieageorge@gmail.com

Catholic Schools Week

"I am the bread of life." John 6:35 Catholic Schools Week is Jan 28 - Feb 2, 2024. We will host many meaningful activities for the students & faculty during the week like -student service day, Bishop's Bowl, career day, the beautiful Eucharistic Procession (PARENTS WELCOME!), student appreciation cook-out, teacher appreciation lunch, field day & Grandparents' Day! In order to have asuccessful CSW, we need your help! We depend on volunteer support to have a memorable week. All volunteer hours during CSW count as TWO HOURS! Earn double hours by volunteering or earn 1 hour for your donations. Let’s come together as a community for our students & faculty. We’re hoping to make this the best CSW yet. Questions? Contact Emi Chavez-Miller // emigonzalez82@gmail.com //904.327.9858

Volunteer Link

Senior Luncheon

The February Senior Luncheon is on Monday, February 12, 2024. Please take a moment to volunteer. Hours can count towards purchases and preparation time. As a reminder $25=1 hour. All items can be brought to Kohl's Hall on Sunday between 8-9am or Monday morning at school drop off, there will be a cart collecting everything (you do not have to get out of your car)

If you have any questions or need recipes please contact Sharon Fetrow at 904-302-2957.Sharon has great, easy recipes if need them!

Volunteer Link

Yearbooks

*8th grade parents Click here

K-7th Grades:

Step 1: Create an account. You only need one account per family.

Click here to create your account

Step 2: Buy your books!

See flyer below.

11/1-2/29 $60

3/1-4/1 $75

*8th Grade parents- the cost of one book was included in your 8th Grade annual fee.

Sales flyer

Step 3: Share photos for yearbook consideration!

Once logged into your account, select Content from the left side.

Select the ACS 23-24 folder and click add photos. Select your photo and add captions or tags. Information is helpful when selecting for the yearbook.

Police Stop Station- Donations Needed

Assumption Church offers a police stop station to JSO officers as a place to take a break, grab a snack, have some coffee, etc. Having a well stocked stop station encourages officers to come by and have an increased presence on our campus. The church is asking our school families to assist in stocking the station by donating snacks. We’ve set up an Amazon wishlist below. Remember, every $25 spent counts for one volunteer hour through Track it Forward.

Police Stop Station Amazon Wishlist

Winter Months Dress code (December through February)

Girls may wear plain black, navy blue, white, or gray tights or leggings. Leggings must be down to the ankle. Girls may wear the navy pants found at the uniform store during winter months. Pajama style pants and sweatpants may not be worn at any time. Non-uniform jackets must be removed once inside the buildings. Grades 4-8 can wear Assumption School sweatpants or sweatpants of the same style in black or dark navy on PE days only.

Clinic Needs

Amazon Wishlist

Sunshine Commitee

The sunshine committee needs your help to celebrate and acknowledge resource teachers, office staff, and admin for the Christmas holiday. Please see the attached.

Sunshine Comittee Flyer

Volunteer Opportunity Senior Luncheon

Mrs. Fetrow is looking for someone to take over her role as Senior Luncheon Coordinator. She would like to mentor someone this year. This volunteer would earn their 20 volunteer hours and a grandparent can fill this role as well to earn for their grandchildren. If you are interested, please contact Sharon Fetrow at 904-302-2957.

Lunchroom Volunteers

Please use the below link to sign up to help out in our lunchroom. The Cafeteria has requested extra helping hands during lunch. Duties would include helping younger students opening items, sanitizing tables between classes, and sweeping the floors. It's a treat to get to interact with students of all ages. If you're unable to volunteer the entire time, just note the times you're available in the comments. Contact Stacey Lewis at slewis@assumptionjax.org if you have questions or need information on completing your background check and Protecting God’s Children class.

Lunchroom Volunteer Sign up Link

Parents in Prayer

Are you a praying parent? Do you know the power of the praying parent? Come help us pray for our children at Assumption along with the teachers and other staff. We will gather to lift up the children's prayer intentions each week on Wednesday at 8:00a.m.. Check in at the front office. You are welcome to come and go as your schedule allows. If you have any questions, please contact Kristie Schrader at kristie.schrader2@att.net.