Tis the Season!

 At the end of Thanksgiving Break, I said to myself, "Only 3 weeks until Christmas break!"  Little did I know these would feel like the longest 3 weeks in history.  There were more students in the office the past two weeks than all year (or at least it felt that way).  Please keep to your routines this week and spray the air with some calming aromatherapy :)   Thursday and Friday this week will not be typical days and it's important to be extra vigilant with supervision on those two days.  Teachers, remember to leave for practice at 9:30 am on Thursday and we will need to be done by 11:30.  Timothy will be there to give directions.

Please have your students keep the people of Kentucky in their prayers this week (Gina, be sure this is in the intentions all week).  Some of our families come from Kentucky and we pray their families were not affected by the storm and tornadoes.  

Have a great week and I look forward to our party on Friday!  

Second Sunday of Advent - Peace

 The theme of the Second Sunday of Advent is Peace.  When listening to the news, peace is something we can definitely use more of.  Let us continue to pray for peace and understanding in the world and that our students will continue to grow in kindness toward each other. 

Teachers, remember to send your students as directed to the Gingerbread House for Christmas shopping this week.  Assistants in grades PK-2 should accompany the students.  Students in grades 3-8 can go on their own.  The shop will be located in the East Hall.  See Nicki's email for details.

Timothy will be discussing the Christmas program at our faculty meeting on Monday.  All students in grades PK-4 will be singing and students in grades 5-8 were invited to sing.  He will let teachers know what the students are wearing and how they can help the night of the show with getting students on and off the "stage."  The program takes place in the main church.  

Our Christmas gathering will be on Dec. 17 from 1-3 pm at Three Bulls.  We will be doing a left/right game and everyone should bring a wrapped gift valued between $5-$10.  These gatherings are great fun and everyone is expected to be there for a "mandatory good time."  The food is always good (and so is the wine and beer) all compliments of the Parish!  If there is a good reason you are unable to attend, please come see me privately to discuss.  

Finally, thank you to our social coordinator Galy, for creating a great event this past Friday!  Those of us who went had a good time and I hope we can do that more often.  Leaven is close and the perfect setting to relax and have fun.  The board games were great fun!  

Have a wonderful week!