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Fr. Jack Long Pastor Mrs. Rebecca Gustafson Principal Ms. Lindsay O’Keefe School Counselor
School Office 421-3236
Heidi Staggert 712-7473
Jake Widmyer 712-7427
Absence Line 712-7467
District Health Nurse 763-506-1504
Newsletter
Kitchen 712-7460
BASE 712-7453
BASE (cell) 612-418-7010* *After Hours Emergency
St. Stephen’s Catholic School is a caring Christian community that
nourishes spiritual development and academic excellence.
September 24, 2015
From the desk of Mrs. Gus...
Since 1974, the Minnesota Marathon for Nonpublic Education events have given students, school
families, faculty members, and friends an opportunity to show their school pride while generating
important financial support for school programs. In 1975, the State Council of the Knights of Columbus
joined the effort. Since then, the Knights have provided financial support for Marathon events across the
state. We received a generous donation from our own Anoka Council 2018 and appreciate their support
of our school.
We participate in this state-wide event annually along with over a 100 Minnesota nonpublic schools. This
year, rather than a marathon, or a picnic, we will host a pancake breakfast on Sunday, September 27th.
A parent leadership committee, middle school students, the teachers and office staff will begin serving
breakfast at 8:00 AM. We will all celebrate mass together at 10:30 AM and rejoin families and
parishioners in the FCC for more pancakes and sausage. We will draw raffle prizes at 12:00 PM and fin-
ish serving at 12:30 PM. This event is our largest fundraiser, an event that will raise more than $68,000.
Our students solicit donations for this fundraiser or families sell raffle tickets. This year we have set our
goal high and need your support to ensure the success of our fundraiser and our school programs.
Every K-8 student is expected to raise at least $120 for this event. I am excited to see that so many
students and their families have gone above and beyond this expectation. Thank you so much!
Did you know that through a matching gifts program, many businesses will meet or increase charitable
contributions made by their employees to nonprofit organizations like our school. The impact of matching
gifts may double or possibly triple some pledges to our school! Please check with your employer to learn
if they offer matching gifts and how you can activate this opportunity. We are happy to work with you to
secure any grants or gifts for which you may be eligible.
So remember to return your fundraising fee and your raffle tickets this week. Join us for
pancakes, meet your child’s friends and celebrate 10:30 AM mass with the whole community!
506 Jackson Street / Anoka / Minnesota 55303 / tel: 763-421-3236 / fax: 763-712-7433 / web: www.ststephenschool.org
PRESCHOOL/ELEMENTARY
TEACHERS
Mrs. Kristy LIeder Pre-School
Miss Nicole Fiedler Kindergarten
Mrs. Tiffany McCaffrey Kindergarten
Ms. Ashley Julkowski First Grade
Mrs. Mary Kay Tyminski First Grade
Miss Crystal Axelson First Grade Co-teacher
Miss Katherine Furness Second Grade
Mrs. Melissa Burke Second Grade
Mrs. Marileen Diederichs Third Grade
Mrs. Betty Kowalski Third Grade
Miss Jenni Rice Fourth Grade
Mrs. Susie Toenjes Fourth Grade
Mrs. Ashley Widmyer Fifth Grade
Mrs. Kim Taggart Fifth Grade
MIDDLE SCHOOL/
SPECIALIST TEACHERS
Mrs. Lynelle Kocher Sixth Grade Advisor/Art
Sra. Theresa Hefel Sixth Grade Advisor/Spanish
Ms. Corlie Aldrich Sixth Grade Advisor/
Media/Technology
Ms. Heather Douglas Sixth Grade Advisor/Music
Mrs. Kelly Bundy Seventh Grade Advisor/Math
Miss Laura Knoll Middle School Math Co-teacher
Mr. Scotty Osborn Seventh Grade Advisor/Social Studies
Mr. Kurt Werk Seventh Grade Advisor/P.E./A.D.
Mrs. Jen Thamert Eighth Grade Advisor/Science
Mrs. Shelley Lysdahl Eighth Grade Advisor/Literature
Ms. Hannah Berchem Eighth Grade Advisor/Religion
P a g e 2 C a r e f o r C r e a t i o n
Upcoming game schedules are posted below.
Come and watch our St. Stephen’s students represent our school!
Boys Soccer
Friday, 9/25 SSS vs. Maranatha 4:00 PM— home
Monday, 9/28 SSS vs. St. Raphael 4:00 PM— home
Wednesday, 9/30 SSS vs. Epiphany 4:00 PM— home
Volleyball
Monday, 9/28 B Squad SSS vs. 4th Baptist 6:00 PM— away
Varsity SSS vs. 4th Baptist 7:15 PM— away
Thursday, 10/1 B Squad SSS vs. Heritage 6:00 PM— home
Varsity SSS vs. St. Alphonsus 7:15 PM— home
Girls Soccer
Thursday, 9/24 SSS vs. St. Vincent 3:30 PM— away
Tuesday, 9/29 SSS vs. Providence Blue 4:15 PM— away
First Service Project - A Success!
Thank you for donating hundreds of school supplies for children in
Guatemala. Third Graders had fun sorting art supplies, pencils,
notebooks, etc. into boxes to be taken to Common Hope office in
St. Paul. What a great way to start the year being a CARING, SHARING
school community! Thank you, Mrs. Kowalski, Third Grade Teacher
B.efore & A.fter S.chool E.nrichment B.A.S.E. Voice Mail: 763-712-7453 Week of: September 28
There will be FULL DAY BASE on Monday, Oct. 5, sign up sheets are in the cafeteria, please register early
so we can plan accordingly. Your child will need a bag lunch and proper weather gear.
Morning Afternoon
Monday Gym Scratch Art
Tuesday Gym Fusion Beading
Wednesday Gym Trace A Friend
Thursday Gym Bookmarks
Friday Gym Color Pages
P a g e 3
C a r e f o r C r e a t i o n
Have you remembered to:
Turn in all your raffle tickets and money? DUE NOW!
Sign up for conferences? http://vols.pt/i6kkaq
Pay your Activity Fee? Due by November 6
P a g e 4 C a r e f o r C r e a t i o n
Preschool classes are well underway! In the 3 year old Tues/Thurs
classes, we have been busy practicing our colors, learning our numbers
and making new friends!
By Kristy Lieder, Preschool teacher
You are able to check your student’s current grades, upcoming
assignments, important documents from teachers, lunch account
balance and much more all on one website.
That website is: www.cornerstonesms.com/cornerstone.
If you don’t remember your username and password or have never
accessed Cornerstone please call or stop by the office and see Heidi
or Jake and we will get you set up.
P a g e 5 C a r e f o r C r e a t i o n
What’s New at Recess & Lunch!
MANY THANKS to our September Volunteers!
You help make recess & lunch safe and fun for everyone!
New to volunteering? Check out www.virtus.org for complete list of training sessions and to request background check.
Email Kristi Pinewski at [email protected] with questions,
or contact the school office! Thank you!
Please sign up for October lunches! More parent volunteers are needed every day, every class.
Please check your calendar and sign up for a shift at
www.ststephenschool.org - under the “Get Involved” tab!
Some upcoming sessions – online registration required:
Thursday, Oct. 8, 6:30PM – Epiphany Church, Coon Rapids
Monday, Oct. 12, 6:30PM – St. Stephen Church, Anoka
Student and Family Enrichment (SAFE) Fall 2015 After School Activities – Register at:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/safefall2015
Registration for all after school activities MUST• Class sizes are limited and will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
be completed online, regardless of payment choice.
• Classes that do not meet minimum number of registrants will be cancelled and fees will be reimbursed.
Questions? Please contact Melissa Jacobs at [email protected]
ARTIST ACADEMY GRADES K-6 FEE $51
Artist Academy is a visual art enrichment program for children students that has new lessons each session. Our innovative procedure allows us to educate children in art from the historical art masters techniques and visual cues. Each student creates their own masterpiece inspired by the simple skills that they have learned throughout the session. RRAC is distinct in our dedication to developing artist technique as a foundation that springboards creativity and individuality at all levels of learning. We introduce novel types of mediums to create art from watercolor, acrylic inks to oil and chalk pastels. Students bring home an original art piece every session to share with family and friends. Parents and students alike have articulated how life changing our art course is.
Min
Class Day & Time Location: Class Dates: Instructor: Monday 2:20-3:30pm
Art Room October 12 – November 9 5 classes
Mr. Larry Weinburg, Director Rum River Art Center
MAD SCIENCE: FANTASTIC FORCES GRADES 1-6 FEE $87
Come along on a Mad Science tour de force! Feel angular momentum move you and investigate inertia in action. Observe how physics affects airplane performance and use air pressure to levitate ping pong balls! Learn about structural engineering when you build a bridge, and electrical engineering as you build circuits.
Min 12/Max 20
Class Day & Time Location: Class Dates: Instructor: Wednesday 2:20-3:20pm
Science Room October 28 – December 16 No class November 25; 7 classes
Mad Science of Minnesota
LEGO-X: YACHTS AND HOT RODS GRADES 1-5 FEE $59
Build a land yacht propelled by a fan, a race car built to tackle hills and jumps and much more. Students will build specific projects to investigate wheels and axles and then be challenged to design, build, test and modify their own creations to compete in contests against their classmates. Start your engines!
Min 6/Max16
Class Day & Time Location: Class Dates: Instructor: Tuesday 2:20-3:20pm
2nd Floor Conf. Room
November 3 – December 8 6 classes
Youth Enrichment League www.youthenrichmentleague.com
Student and Family Enrichment (SAFE) Fall 2015 After School Activities – Register at:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/safefall2015
Registration for all after school activities MUST• Class sizes are limited and will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
be completed online, regardless of payment choice.
• Classes that do not meet minimum number of registrants will be cancelled and fees will be reimbursed.
Questions? Please contact Melissa Jacobs at [email protected]
FENCING I GRADES 2-6 FEE $68
Join this fast growing sport. New and returning students invited. Honors, Manners & Respect are taught and adhered to in Youth Enrichment League fencing classes. Students always salute each other for a great match and thank referees for their efforts. Safety is our first priority. We supply safety swords, protective masks and jackets, and a high-octane, inclusive environment. Through fencing, you can acquire quick reflexes, strategic abilities, and concentration. ARE YOU READY TO DUEL?
For safety considerations, please wear long pants and athletic shoes. Min 6/Max 20
Class Day & Time Location: Class Dates: Instructor: Monday 2:20-3:20pm
FCC 10 November 9 – December 14 6 classes
Youth Enrichment League www.youthenrichmentleague.com
JUNIOR BASKETBALL GRADES K-3 FEE $87
Fundamentals and fun are in store. Emphasis is placed on basic skills development of dribbling, shooting, passing, sportsmanship and teamwork. We then use engaging and dynamic games to cement students’ growth including our unique three-on-three style game. This is a high-octane class with an inclusive atmosphere. But hurry, the shot-clock is running down!
Class Day & Time Location: Class Dates: Instructors: Wednesday 2:20-3:20pm
Gym November 4 – December 9 No class November 25; 5 classes
Youth Enrichment League www.youthenrichmentleague.com
YOGA FOR TEENS GRADES 6-8 FEE $65
Discover ways to feel healthier and stronger, better manage stress, and become more resilient & confident. Weekly vinyasa style classes will begin with warm-ups and progress through a variety of postures that will increase flexibility, strength, balance, and mind-body awareness and most of all – have fun!
What to Bring: Comfortable clothes, mat, & water bottle (If you don’t have a mat, contact instructor as some extras will be provided.) Min 4/Max 10
Class Day & Time Location: Class Dates: Instructor: Tuesday 2:20-3:20pm
Music Room November 3 – December 8 6 classes
Susi Link
Dear Parents/Guardians: From Friday, September 18 through Friday, October 2, students
have the opportunity to sell Halloween buttons for Anoka Halloween, Inc.! These buttons
support the Anoka community and our school.
Buttons are sold for $3.00 each, (1.50 cents from each button sold is returned to our school.)
Anoka Halloween will be recognizing the top button seller by awarding them a $25.00 savings
bond, a plaque, and an opportunity to ride in both the Friday and Saturday parades.
Please indicate below how many buttons you want sent home with your child. MONEY for the
buttons MUST BE INCLUDED with your button order. No returns will be accepted.
HALLOWEEN BUTTON ORDER FORM
Child’s Name:___________________________________ Teacher:____________________________ Number of buttons:_____________ Amount Included: $______________________ ($3.00/per button)
