Monday Memo, February 1

Date: February 01, 2010

Volume 11, Issue 22

From Dr. Shreve

At our Prayer Service this morning, we prayed to our Heavenly Father to fill our hearts with the light of faith. We are reminded that when we serve one another, we bring the light of life to others.

As we begin Catholic Schools Week, we can remind ourselves why we send our children to a Catholic School, “Be it known to all who enter here that Christ is the reason for this school. He is the unseen but ever present teacher in its classrooms. He is the model of its faculty and the inspiration of its students.”

As parents and teachers, we strive to live out our calling to be disciples of Jesus. It takes work. We are not always successful. But, with faith in our Lord, we will overcome any obstacle that stands in our way as we help build HIS kingdom here on earth. God bless you.

Carline etiquette – We’re asking for courtesy for the carline drop-off and pick-up. Please do not walk across the carpool line. It is very dangerous! In addition, we’re experiencing parents stopping in the car line, getting out of their cars, walking the children into the school while the car remains running. This also causes a delay for everyone else. If you have the need to unload your children, please park on the street in front of the Church. This provides safety and doesn’t delay the flow of the carpool line. Thank you very much for your cooperation.

SCIENCE FAIR – 2010

Congratulations on all the wonderful projects. Below are listed those who placed in the different categories.

Physics - 1 – Kristina Bueche

              2 – Piper Head

              3 – tie for Jacie Shreve and Mary Hulcher

Engineering - 1 – Sam Bradbury

                    2 – Grant Damico

                    3 – Thomas Park

Chemistry - 1 – Michael Neff

                 2 – tie for Patrick Hoffacker and Kayla Cook

                 3 – Megan Uriegas-Stevens

Earth Science - 1 – Daniel Kaminski

                      2 – Abby Sandusky

                      3 – Samuel Marquardt

Life Science – 1 – Molly McCabe

                    2 – Blake Torrance

                    3 – Lyra Durr

Overall Best of Fair winners - 1 – Daniel Kaminski

                                         2 – Kristina Bueche

                                         3 – Sam Bradbury

Catholic Schools Week Agenda

Monday – Prayer Service in Library Non-uniform for students who wore their uniforms to Open House/Mass.

Wednesday - Family Lunch Day 11:00 –1:00.

Parents may pick up their child from the cafeteria to take to Scantlin Hall for lunch. Remember 7th and 8th graders will have sodas and desserts for 50 cents each.

Thursday- Liturgy hosted by Grade 5

HFCS Open House was a huge success thanks to all involved. Many thanks to Lisa Griffith and all of her volunteers, especially our tour guides. HFCS teachers did an excellent job showing what all is going on in their classrooms. We heard many comments on the great things going on in our school.

Registration for 2010-2011 – We are now accepting forms and fees for children currently at HFCS. Please remember to return your FACTS form with the fee.

PTO News – Math/Technology Night is February 9. See back of memo for more information. Family Dance is scheduled for February 12. Mark your calendar for these fun family events! If you are interested in helping with either of these events please call Claire Whiddon..

HFCS 8th grade girls basketball team has been invited to play in the 2010 Gatorade NBA All-Star Jam Session Invitational tournament. We will be playing Wedgewood Middle School on Wednesday, February 10, 5:15pm, at the Dallas Convention Center. This is a HUGE honor for our girls and our school. Please consider attending and supporting the Lady Hornets.

 Calendar Notes

Feb. 1 – High Touch/High Tech for Gr. 3, 4, 5

Feb. 3 – Family Lunch Day

Feb. 4 – HFCS Mass, Host: Gr. 5

Adoration in the Chapel

Feb. 9 – Math/Tech Night

Feb. 15 – No School for students – Diocesan

Inservice

Thanks from Teachers & Staff to all Grade 3 parents who provided us with lunch on January 15. Everything was delicious.