News & Views St. Bonaventure Catholic School February 2019

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Thanks For Your Support!By Cheryl Zoucha, Principal

St. Bonaventure Elementary School has been in existence for nearly 70 years. Throughout all those years, so many families have given of their time, talent, and treasure to make our school what it is today. Over the years, many people have believed in and supported the mission of our school. It is only through the generosity of people that we even exist, as we do not get any government funding as public schools do. I know that everything we use in our school, right down to the pens we write with, are possible because of our Catholic school supporters. What a gift! I thank each and every one of you for all you do to support our Catholic school!

As we continue to move ahead, I am asking that you continue to support our Catholic schools. One easy way to do this is through our scrip program. Even though we are making progress each year, I truly believe we are not reaching our potential with the scrip program. If you are not purchasing scrip for at least your groceries and gas, I am asking you to please consider doing so. The potential for this program is fantastic – but only if we can get everyone on board! Two truths about this program cannot be emphasized enough:

1. You are not spending any more than what you would normally spend on every day items. 2. This is a tuition assistance program. Once you have earned the first $100 for the school,

you receive half of all the rebates after that point. This rebate can be applied to your tuition.

If you are not a regular scrip buyer, I am asking that you join us in being one. It is vital that we as Catholic school parents do all we can to support our Catholic schools so that we can keep tuition costs at a reasonable level, and, at the same time, be able to provide the resources necessary to give our children the best education possible.

Thank you again for all you do to support our school! *********************************************************************************

SuperSaver ReceiptsPlease turn in all SuperSaver receipts by Friday, March 1. Receipts need to be dated between Sept. 1 – Feb. 28th. Best Choice UPC’s can be turned in all

year long.

Lent begins Wednesday, March 6th on Ash Wednesday. The 6th Grade students will be doing Living Stations of the Cross in church on Friday, March 22 & 29th. Please join us!!

Kindergarten Roundup

Kindergarten Roundup will be held on Friday, March 22nd. There will be no Kindergarten on this that day.

ReminderSpring Break is March 14 & 15 –

Enjoy time with your family!

Summer Retreat Opportunity

July 9th – 10th has been set for a retreat for girls in grades 4th – 6th at Tintern Retreat Center called the Gratia Retreat. “Gracia” is Latin for Grace. The Gratia Retreat helps young girls focus on the Blessed Virgin Mary and this year’s theme will be on Miraculous Medal. A retreat for boys is also being planned. More information will be available soon.

Science FairThis year’s Science Fair is optional for any student in grades K – 6. Students could choose to participate in an individual project or a group project. We have 79 students participating this year! Since so many students wish to participate, we are hosting the fair on two days. Parents and family are welcome to come to the fair on both days.

Tuesday, March 5th - Individual Projects

Grades 3 – 6 from 12:45 – 1:30 p.m.K- 2 from 2:30 – 3:15 p.m.

Thursday, March 7th – Group Projects2:30 – 3:15 p.m.

Student Council BreakfastJoin the Student Council members for a breakfast on March 20th. Cost is $2 per person. Council members will be serving cereal, bagels, bananas, juice and milk. Grab-n-Go Breakfast will not be available on this day.

March 18th – 22nd. Details will be coming soon!!!

Welcome SundaySt. Bonaventure Church will be hosting a Welcome Sunday on March 3rd after 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. masses in the Parish Center. Please join us in welcoming new members to our church!

6th Grade Valentine Box Contest

The 6th Grade class had a Valentine’s Box contest. They displayed them in the hallway with an opportunity for all students in the school to vote. Elizabeth Wemhoff won with her Candy Dispenser Valentine Box. Congratulations Elizabeth!

Book FairMarch 18th – 22nd

11:30 – 4:00 p.m. every day.Come support St. Bonaventure

Library and find a great book!

March Breakfast FundraiserThe Home & School is sponsoring a restaurant fundraiser on Saturday, March 23rd at Off Campus C-Store from 8:00-10:30 a.m. They are located at 3208 42nd St. (Across from Columbus Public High School)Off Campus C-Store will donate 20% of all food sales from the restaurant

side of the store. Come in your pajamas and eat a tasty breakfast!