St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School
Newsletter
November 7, 2014
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CAFETERIA VOLUNTEERS DESPERATELY NEEDED!
Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, the cafeteria needs volunteers, especially on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Parents with preschoolers
are welcome to volunteer. The cafeteria is also in need of people who can commit to fill in for our last minute cancellations. Time
commitment is from 10:40-12:00 noon, and you receive a free lunch on the day you volunteer. Volunteers can contact Theresa
Cornewell at 627-0627, (cell) 433-6081, or email [email protected].
Dear Parents and Students,
We had a great Mass on Tuesday celebrating our Patron Saint, St. Charles Borromeo. Our fourth grade students looked majestic
and holy in their saintly garb with arrows, eyeballs, beards, wings, wigs, and tunics all around. This was a mixed celebration of a
belated All Saints Day and the Feast of St. Charles Borromeo. Our annual procession of little saints always makes the day special.
In the evening, Bishop Rhoades celebrated a Mass of Confirmation for our 8th grade students. Family and friends were in
attendance to pray for and witness our well-prepared young ladies and gentlemen be sealed with the gifts of the Holy Spirit. We are
very proud of our students. Thank you to all who helped to make the day so special and the sharing of our faith so special.
Congratulations to our Cardinal Varsity Football Team – Undefeated Diocesan Champions! Congratulations to the
members of our varsity team, both players and coaches alike, for their 16-6 victory in the Diocesan Championship last week. From
August 1st through November 1st, the young men were working hard and their efforts paid off. Well done! We are proud of you!
Fashion Boots! To wear, or not to wear - that is the question that we are still deliberating. I have to smile when we have
these discussions because, in the scheme of things, if fashion boots are a concern, then life is fairly good. Having shared that, we do
have to keep a handle on dress code, or we just may as well go with pajama pants and flip-flops for everyone. We will try to be fair,
but when it comes to fashion trends, style cannot be easily quantified. Some questions we are pondering: Do uniform skirts really
need fashion boots as an accessory? Should we allow cowboy boots since our school’s cattle population is in decline? Should we hold
off on construction boots until the building of the new Church entrance commences? Is there such a thing as tight-fitting Uggs? And
finally, when will we ever have Croc boots? Yes, a bit tongue-in-cheek, but I seriously promise a decision soon.
The History of Veterans Day! -U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. November 11th! Thank You Veterans!!!
World War I – known at the time as “The Great War” - officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, in
the Palace of Versailles outside the town of Versailles, France. However, fighting ceased seven months earlier when an armistice, or
temporary cessation of hostilities, between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of
the eleventh month. For that reason, November 11, 1918, is generally regarded as the end of “the war to end all wars.”
In November 1919, President Wilson proclaimed November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day with the following
words: "To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the
country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the
opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…" The original concept for
the celebration was for a day observed with parades and public meetings and a brief suspension of business beginning at 11:00 a.m.
The United States Congress officially recognized the end of World War I when it passed a concurrent resolution on June 4, 1926,
with these words:
Whereas the 11th of November 1918, marked the cessation of the most destructive, sanguinary, and far reaching war in human
annals and the resumption by the people of the United States of peaceful relations with other nations, which we hope may never again
be severed; and
Whereas it is fitting that the recurring anniversary of this date should be commemorated with thanksgiving and prayer and exercises
designed to perpetuate peace through good will and mutual understanding between nations; and
Whereas the legislatures of twenty-seven of our States have already declared November 11 to be a legal holiday: Therefore be it
Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives concurring), that the President of the United States is requested to issue a
proclamation calling upon the officials to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings on November 11 and inviting
the people of the United States to observe the day in schools and churches, or other suitable places, with appropriate ceremonies of
friendly relations with all other peoples.
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An Act (52 Stat. 351; 5 U. S. Code, Sec. 87a) approved May 13, 1938, made the 11th of November in each year a legal holiday—a
day to be dedicated to the cause of world peace and to be thereafter celebrated and known as "Armistice Day." Armistice Day was
primarily a day set aside to honor veterans of World War I, but in 1954, after World War II had required the greatest mobilization of
soldiers, sailors, Marines and airmen in the Nation’s history; after American forces had fought aggression in Korea, the 83rd Congress,
at the urging of the veterans service organizations, amended the Act of 1938 by striking out the word "Armistice" and inserting in its
place the word "Veterans." With the approval of this legislation (Public Law 380) on June 1, 1954, November 11th became a day to
honor American veterans of all wars.
Later that same year, on October 8th, President Dwight D. Eisenhower issued the first "Veterans Day Proclamation" which stated:
"In order to insure proper and widespread observance of this anniversary, all veterans, all veterans' organizations, and the entire
citizenry will wish to join hands in the common purpose. Toward this end, I am designating the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs as
Chairman of a Veterans Day National Committee, which shall include such other persons as the Chairman may select, and which will
coordinate at the national level necessary planning for the observance. I am also requesting the heads of all departments and agencies
of the Executive branch of the Government to assist the National Committee in every way possible."
On that same day, President Eisenhower sent a letter to the Honorable Harvey V. Higley, Administrator of Veterans' Affairs (VA),
designating him as Chairman of the Veterans Day National Committee.
In 1958, the White House advised VA's General Counsel that the 1954 designation of the VA Administrator as Chairman of the Veterans
Day National Committee applied to all subsequent VA Administrators. Since March 1989 when VA was elevated to a cabinet level
department, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs has served as the committee's chairman.
The Uniform Holiday Bill (Public Law 90-363 (82 Stat. 250)) was signed on June 28, 1968, and was intended to ensure three-day
weekends for Federal employees by celebrating four national holidays on Mondays: Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, Veterans
Day, and Columbus Day. It was thought that these extended weekends would encourage travel, recreational and cultural activities and
stimulate greater industrial and commercial production. Many states did not agree with this decision and continued to celebrate the
holidays on their original dates.
The first Veterans Day under the new law was observed with much confusion on October 25, 1971. It was quite apparent that the
commemoration of this day was a matter of historic and patriotic significance to a great number of our citizens, and so on September
20th, 1975, President Gerald R. Ford signed Public Law 94-97 (89 Stat. 479), which returned the annual observance of Veterans Day to
its original date of November 11, beginning in 1978. This action supported the desires of the overwhelming majority of state
legislatures, all major veterans service organizations, and the American people.
Veterans Day continues to be observed on November 11, regardless of what day of the week on which it falls. The restoration of
the observance of Veterans Day to November 11 not only preserves the historical significance of the date, but helps focus attention on
the important purpose of Veterans Day: A celebration to honor America's veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness
to serve and sacrifice for the common good.
In closing, a nice scripture message of encouragement we shared as a school this week: Do everything without grumbling
or questioning . . . Philippians 2:14. And, yes, that is a real scripture passage not something a parent made up. Thanks – Rob S.
CALENDAR UPDATE
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Fall Trivia Night 7:00 pm
Confirmation (gr. 7) Parent Meeting 6:45 in Parish Hall
Grade 8 visits BDHS
Confirmation (gr. 7) Parent Meeting 3:30 in room 6
Eucharistic Adoration following 8:15 Mass until 2:15, Benediction at 2:15, all are welcome!
Interim Period ends
School Board meeting 7:00 pm
Grade 4 visits History Center, Courthouse, and Cathedral
Thanksgiving Bags filled
Interim Reports go home
First Lego League (FLL) Robotics competition
Special Persons’ Day (gr. 1-2)
All-school Mass of Thanksgiving at 8:15 am
Thanksgiving Holiday - NO SCHOOL
First Sunday of Advent
STUDENTS OF THE WEEK
Nolan Kennerk, Michael Diemer, Emma Wiler, Logan Thompson, Lucy Skeens, Tianna Randall, Tyson Crismore, Ava Tippmann, Nick
Eddy, Amaya Mooney, Courtney Krohn, Thomas Bundy, Anthony Panza, Porter Tellman, Devon Tippmann, Trey Eisaman, Hope Salzer,
Chloe Tippmann, Steven Blackwell, Brittany Vinson, Joe Fabini, Nolan Hoffman, Louis Ciocca.
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Again, a unique opportunity is before us during this Thanksgiving Season to help feed those who hunger.
For the sixth year in a row, we will be working with the Fabini Foundation and Cooper Farms to build 80 turkey dinners for distribution
through Miss Virginia’s Mission House, a ministry of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in downtown Fort Wayne. Our school community will
help to supply the side dishes of the meal to accompany the turkeys. We will send the following with each turkey: 2 cans of corn, 2
cans of green beans, 1 box of stove top stuffing, 1 can of turkey gravy, 1 box of instant mashed potatoes, 1 box of jello/pudding, 1 can
of cranberry sauce. We are asking that each grade level collect the following (roughly 27-30 items per room):
KG - 80 boxes of jello or pudding
1st - 80 cans of green beans
2nd - 80 cans of green beans
3rd - 80 cans of corn
4th - 80 cans of corn
5th - 80 cans of turkey gravy
6th - 80 cans of cranberry sauce
7th - 80 boxes of instant mashed potatoes
8th - 80 boxes of stove top stuffing
We will need to have this together by Thursday, November 20th. We will then package 80 bags to accompany the turkeys to Miss
Virginia’s. Miss Virginia’s Mission House began over 40 years ago when Miss Virginia Schrantz opened her home to the needy. For
volunteering and food donations please contact the House Director, Tom Osborn at 426-0176. Donations may be mailed to PO Box
12045, Fort Wayne, IN 46862. Contact phone number if interested in volunteering, Tom Osborn 426-0176. Food pantry serving hours
are Tuesday and Wednesday from 10 AM to 1 PM. Thank you everyone for helping with the project. A little deed can make a big
difference.
MARKET DAY
*IF YOU PURCHASED TWO OR MORE PIES FROM OUR BONUS DAYS THE DRESS DOWN DAY FOR YOUR CHILD(REN)
WILL BE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH!
Gear up for the holidays with Market Day! Our Winter Cookie Shapes Kit is available for purchase, just bake, ice and serve! Fannie May
chocolates are always a hit with your neighbor, piano teacher or co-worker. We are offering a delicious 24 piece box of Fannie May
Mint Meltaways or a 10 piece box of Fannie May Pixies this month, each are priced at $6.99. Our Chocolate Toffee Pretzels are another
great go-to item for a quick gift. A 10 oz. tray is just $7.49. After you've delivered all of your gifts, sit down and enjoy a slice of our
Candy Cane Pie! A chocolate cookie crumb crust with a candy cane filling...great for your family or for a hostess gift. Order through
November 27th. Happy shopping from Market Day!
SCRIP NEWS
Thanksgiving Time - Are you ready? If you are preparing a feast for family and friends, be sure to have extra SCRIP gift cards to
cover the additional expense of your party.
Traveling? Don't go without gas cards and gift cards for your favorite "on the road" eating spots.
Maybe you are not cooking or traveling - consider taking a thank-you gift to your host and hostess.
Regardless how you celebrate the day, you can benefit with SCRIP. The last day to special order items before Thanksgiving is
Monday, Nov. 17. The last day of sales before Thanksgiving is Monday, Nov. 24.
Merchant News - As the holidays approach, we wanted to remind you of a few seasonal favorites. We are happy to announce that
St. Joe Tree Farm gift certificates will be available again this year. We will have them before Thanksgiving so that you can be ready
to deck your halls. Shutterfly is part of the SCRIP program but is an item that needs to be special ordered. If you are an online
shopper, remember that Amazon is available in $25 and $100 gift certificates.
KROGER Reward - Load your Kroger card anytime from Nov. 2 -29 for a chance to be in a drawing for a $250 SCRIP gift certificate.
We appreciate the contribution you make through this aspect of SCRIP.
SCRIP Tip - Throughout the year, the demand for various merchants might change. It takes careful planning and budgeting to choose
which items to have on hand. If the demand for a certain merchant is low, it seems logical to make it a "special order" item. We can
still get it for you, it just won't be available on demand. (It's normally available within a week.)
Make sure you are using a current order form for up-to-date availability.
VOLUNTEERS: Holiday time is a busy time; we count on you at this time more than ever. Check your schedule so you don't miss a
work date and if you can't work, please find a sub.
Nov. 14 - Mary Jo Amorini, Tom Neuhaus, Dorla Rice, Amy Copeland
Nov. 14 - CLASSROOM DELIVERY - Kelly Tippmann
Nov. 15 - Stephanie Keefer, Tricia Lilly, Leslie Schamberg
Nov. 16 - Angela Bauer, Diane Mercedes, Denette Pearson
Nov. 17 - CLASSROOM DELIVERY - Shannon Pierson
Nov. 21 - Ruth Marburger, Sue Rohling, Jennifer Perkins, Judy Smith
Nov. 21 - CLASSROOM DELIVERY - Christina Wulpi
Nov. 22 - Ana Etter, Linda Lothamer, Natalie Jackson
Nov. 23 - MaryJo Amorini, Dawn O’Connor, Carolyn Tyndall
Nov. 24 - CLASSROOM DELIVERY - Cindy Miltner
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CHRIST CHILD FESTIVAL
The 62nd annual Christ Child Festival is being held on Saturday and Sunday, November 29th and 30th from 11:00am until 5:00pm. This
year’s festival theme is “Christmas in the Park”, and is being held in Franke Park. There will be a live nativity, religious crafts and
games. Many volunteers are needed to assist with exhibits, refreshments, and children’s activities. If interested in volunteering, visit
www.christchildfest.org or contact Emily Walden at 492-7851 or Sarah Robinson at 496-9444.
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
This week Thursday, November 13, the students will have the opportunity for silent prayer before the Blessed Sacrament. They take to
prayer the needs of their families as well as the Church community and the world. You are also invited to stop in church any time
during the day for prayer. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament will take place at the conclusion of the 8:15 Mass and continue until
2:15. At 2:15, grades 1-8 will gather in church for Benediction. You are welcome to join us!
FORT WAYNE KOMETS REPORT CARD NIGHTS
November 22 at 7:30 pm and February 21 at 7:30 pm
There is a flyer attached to this newsletter with details about the FREE ticket for any student who has an “A” or “A Equivalent” on their
most recent report card. Visit the Coliseum ticket office any time between now and the game nights to get your tickets and to register
for a chance to win a savings bond!
THANK YOU OCTOBER TEACHER APPRECIATION COMMITTEE
Thank you to all the parents who helped provide a delicious meal to the teachers and staff the night of conferences. We would not be
able to do it without your generous contributions! Thank you also to the efficient maintenance staff who make it run smoothly. Thanks
to: Kelly Kohlmeyer, Lian Carroll, Natalie Jackson, Kate Sweigert, Tiffany Tippmann, Krisi Cavacini, Rhonda Burch, Bonny Birely, Cynthia
Lipocky, Natalie Tippmann, Jenny Perkins, Michele Herald, Trisha Benzing, Suzanne Forte, Tina Claycomb, Sarah Pearson, Mary Ellen
Schreck, Laura Salzer, Jennifer Quinlan, Monica Sordelet, Kelly Krouse, Karri Blackwell, Kori O’Rourke, Lindsay Worrel, Tara Henry, Gina
Gray, Jill Perkins, Jennifer McGillicuddy, Becky Trimbur, Cindy Miltner, Stacey Strack, Susan Parker, Beth Schneider, Camy Rodenbeck,
Audrey Clauser, Amanda Shively, Audrey Stauffer, Kim Woneker, Heather Pieper, Jen Lothamer, Jamie Brown, Kari Smith, Cathy Yaggy,
and Louise Elsasser. October Teacher Appreciation Committee
SAINT CHARLES BORROMEO SCHOOL STUDENTS “ADOPT” EIGHT FAMILIES TO ASSIST THIS CHRISTMAS
St. Charles School has adopted eight families through Catholic Charities as in past years. We are preparing the wish lists and next
week’s newsletter will include details about the needs of these families. If you are able to purchase new items for the families, we
appreciate that greatly! Items may be brought to the homerooms starting November 24. Teachers, students, and volunteers will be
wrapping gifts on December 8/9 for delivery on the 10th. If you wish to donate a gift card that we can include with other cards to
purchase some of the more expensive needs, that is wonderful! Please send the gift card to the school office and designate the grade
level family(ies) you are wishing to help. Teachers or volunteers will use the cards and shop! Cards are appreciated by December 6, so
that we are not shopping the evening before the last day. Think SCRIP when you are donating the gift card! If you are able to help
with the delivery on December 10, please contact Linda in the office. We will need vans and/or open bed trucks between 8:30 and
10:30 am on that day. Thank you for helping our less fortunate friends and neighbors have the Christmas of their dreams!
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