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Titan Times
www.saseasschool.org August 30, 2017
Volume 12, Issue 1
Dear SASEAS families,
What a SON-filled start to our year! Jesus’ light is so bright, we have to wear shades! We are so happy to welcome all
our SASEAS Titans back to school and extend a special welcome to the seventeen new families joining us for the first
time. Our teachers and staff have done an incredible job preparing for another year of bringing students closer to Jesus
and challenging them academically. Thank you to everyone who helped us start the year so positively.
Speaking of positivity...I am going to recycle a message I shared in last year’s first issue of this newsletter as I began my
time with you. I heard a motivational speaker once say that research shows we will tell at least 12 people if something
“bad” happens to us during the day. On the flipside, the research finds that we will tell at most 3 people if something
“good” happens. Just as negativity can destroy any institution, positivity can be a force that moves any institution from
“good to great and great to excellent.” I have three challenges for all of us this year as it relates to positive interactions
and communications:
Please pray daily for our school -- our students, families, teachers, staff, administration, and
priests. I have received the nicest notes this past year from students and families telling me they are
praying for me and our school. Thank you! And keep those prayers coming! Also, remember, the
Mass is our most perfect prayer to God. Take time each weekend to be in His presence.
Let’s keep it positive in our communications with others. If feeling frustrated, confused, or
downright angry with a school decision or event, please reach out to your child’s teacher or me before
spending time with social media or sending out an email blast. Oftentimes, we can provide additional
clarity that may help with understanding a situation or our decision-making process. I have an open
door and want to hear your thoughts on our school’s continuous improvement. We are on the same
team and in this together!
Tell as many people you know about all the awesome things happening daily in our school. Share
our social media posts, talk to your neighbors, brag on your children and our school! Positive word-
of-mouth is our greatest marketing tool!
I’m so happy to be a part of the SASEAS family. I look forward to another outstanding year of faith, learning, growth,
discovery, and friendship. It’s a great time to be a Titan!
Christ’s peace,
St. Andrew Campus, 555 Main Street, Milford, OH 45150 Seton Campus, 5900 Buckwheat Road, Milford, OH 45150 513-831-5277 • Fax 513-831-8436 513-575-0093 • Fax 513-575-1078 Mark Wilburn, Principal • Nick Grieco, Asst. Principal Mark Wilburn, Principal Drop Off: 7:15 – 7:38 a.m. • Pick Up: 2:40 p.m. Drop Off: 8:05 – 8:25 a.m. • Pick Up: 3:20 p.m. Office Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Regular Lunch: $3.25 • Milk: $.50 • Super Lunch: $3.75 Lunch: $3.25 • Milk: $.50
Parish Pastors: Father Michael Cordier, Father Chris Geiger
Deadline for submitting articles to the Titan Times is Friday @ 9:00 a.m. Email to [email protected]. Articles published upon approval.
Our Motto: I will serve joyfully, lead confidently, and inspire others through my faith in Jesus.
UPCOMING EVENTS
8/28 – 9/14, Uniform Exchange Seton Campus
9/1 Spirit Day
9/4 Labor Day, No School
9/5 Mass 9:00 a.m., Seton Campus
9/6 Mass 9:00 a.m., St. Andrew Campus
9/7 Meet the Teacher, St. Andrew Campus
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.; Pre-Social at 6:30 p.m.
Wine & Cheese Social, 8:30-9:00 p.m. (flyer)
9/11 Mumkin sale ends (fundraiser for trip )
All orders due in the St. Andrew school office
9/12 Mass 9:00 a.m., Seton Campus
PTO meeting, 6:30 p.m., Seton Campus
SAC meeting, 7:30 p.m., Seton Campus
9/13 Mass 9:00 a.m., St. Andrew Campus
Grade 6 to Camp Kern, 9:15 a.m.
9/14 Meet the Teacher, Seton Campus
7:00-8:30 p.m.; Pre-Social at 6:30 p.m.;
Wine & Cheese Social, 8:30 – 9:00 p.m. (flyer)
9/15 Grade 6 returns from Camp Kern, 12:30 p.m.
9/18 No School for students, Teacher Professional Day
9/19 Mass 9:00 a.m., Seton Campus
Chipotle PTO Fundraiser, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
9/20 Mass 9:00 a.m., St. Andrew Campus
9/25 – 9/29, Everybody Counts Week, Seton Campus
9/25 Fall Picture Day, both campuses
9/26 Our Lady of Fatima Statue displayed at SEAS
Church, 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Marian Crowning and Mass, Seton, 9:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m. – Our Lady of Fatima Presentation
9/27 Mass 9:00 a.m., St. Andrew Campus
Grade 8 to Camp Kern, 8:00 a.m.
9/29 PTO Family Movie Night, 6:30 – 10:00 p.m.
Seton Campus Pavilion
9/30 Mumkin delivery, 10:00 - 12:00 p.m.
St. Andrew playground. All orders must
be picked up at this time.
Pray the Rosary with Mrs. Voto
at SEAS Church!
Every Friday, 3:30 – 3:50 p.m.
All students, parents, and friends are welcome!
Students will be dismissed from the SEAS
church by Mrs. Voto.
Welcome Back to School...
the Uniform Exchange is OPEN this week!
The Uniform Exchange - the collection/distribution of
gently-used uniforms, sizes 4/5 – 18/20, at no cost to
any student- is open Monday, August 28th
through Thursday, September 14th, during school
hours and the Meet-the-Teacher/Wine-Cheese Social
at the Seton campus in the cafeteria (along the back
wall, underneath the windows.)
Calling all gently-used uniforms! Please send in clean,
gently-used uniforms, including jumpers, pants, shorts,
skirts, shirts, spirit wear, sweatshirts, etc. We welcome
you to 'shop' the Exchange (with or without a uniform
donation) - feel free to take whatever uniform pieces
your students can use. The Exchange is free of charge
to all SASEAS School families.
Any questions?
Renee Hardesty, [email protected]
or Anita Kern, [email protected]
Thanks for your support!
Don’t forget to visit the
Frequent Flyer section
on our website!
Hurricane Harvey Donations
To support to the relief efforts in Texas, please
consider the following groups (direct links below):
Catholic Charities USA
American Red Cross
Knights of Columbus
www.saseasschool.org
SASEAS BOOSTERS BOYS AND GIRLS
BASKETBALL REGISTRATION
BOYS AND GIRLS BASKETBALL
$75.00 NOW THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30TH.
Family Admission Passes ($55.00) are currently
available on the registration site. Passes are good for
fall, winter and spring sports.
Register here for Boys Basketball
Register here for Girls Basketball
Questions? Please contact:
President – Paul Estes, [email protected]
Registration – Jen Stitt, [email protected]
Girls’ Basketball – Andy Hofmann,
Boys’ Basketball – Mike O’Connell
Sports are open to our school and parish children in
grades 3-8.
If payment is an issue due to hardship,
please contact the Booster president.
GO TITANS!!!
PTO Needs Your Help!
The PTO coordinates volunteers for many events our
children participate in throughout the year. You will find
there are many volunteer opportunities to fit all types of
schedules. Please sign up to volunteer on Sign Up Genius
Please don't hesitate to reach out to us with any
questions or comments. Thank you in advance
for your support. We certainly could not do this
without you.
Tina Doyle, PTO Vice President, St. Andrew Campus
Lori Figart, PTO Vice President, Seton Campus
Young Rembrandt’s Drawing Class for Kids is
open to K-5 students at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton
campus as an after-school program. Registration
and payment information can be found in the
Frequent Flyer section on our website.
PTO Restaurant Fundraiser Make dinner a selfless act by joining us for a fundraiser to
support SASEAS Catholic School!
Come in to the Chipotle at 5697 Romar Drive in
Milford on Tuesday, September 19th between 5:00 and
9:00 p.m.
Bring in this flyer (link), show it on your smartphone or tell
the cashier you’re supporting the cause to make sure that
50% of the proceeds will be donated to our school. Thank
you!
Mulberry Elementary Dance Classes are being offered again this year. Please check the
Frequent Flyer section
for registration fees and sessions.
Help Out a 6th, 7th or 8th grader
earn money for the Washington D.C. trip!
The Mumkin sale is NOW taking place. Order forms
are in both school offices. All orders must be placed
by September 11th. Delivery is Saturday, September
30th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at St. Andrew.
SAVE-THE-DATE!
PTO FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
Seton Campus Pavilion, 6:30 to 10:00 p.m.
Come watch an outdoor movie with friends and
enjoy an evening of camaraderie and fun!
PTO Parent Survival guide- some of the unwritten rules of SASEAS
ALL YEAR
Titan Times-Read it every week. Full of great information regarding all school events and community
opportunities. Available every week.
Main Calendar. Check the school website for the extensive calendar- most events, including plays etc.
are scheduled prior to the school year beginning. You can find exact days and times of many events right
now! Be aware that if you have students in multiple grades, some of the activities may overlap- just be
aware and try to plan accordingly, especially at the end of the year. Events can be downloaded to iCal
and Google Calendar.
GET INVOLVED. Whether it is in the classroom, field trips or lunch duty…volunteer! The time spent
with our children is priceless and short lived. For those of you that work, teachers also usually have a list
of things that can be done at home. Look for PTO volunteer sign ups in the back of the main meeting
area at "Meet the Teacher" nights. These sheets contain info about all of our events throughout the year.
Signing up doesn’t fully commit you, you will be contacted prior to the event by the chairperson to see if
you are still willing and able to help. Sign up for as many as you can! Come early or stay late to sign up.
Our calendar of events is included in this guide.
VIRTUS. The Archdiocese requires training to be able to volunteer. There are many opportunities and
locations to get trained. It doesn't take long! www.virtus.org You will also need to complete a
background check through www.selection.com
Mass Check to see when your child's class is planning Mass, teachers usually try to put it in their
newsletter. It is fun to go see them be active participants during the Mass.
Sports. Program sign ups are usually several months before the actual season. Always check your
bulletin and Titan Times for helpful information. Boosters also have a website/link with helpful
information. They are always in need of coaches! Most school sports begin in third grade. There are
opportunities for younger grades as well. More information can be found throughout this handout.
Uniform exchange. This is a wonderful place to "shop" before you buy all new school clothes. It is also
a great place to recycle out grown uniforms. All uniforms are free! They are typically held the first full
week of school, during teacher conferences (October), and in the spring. Check Titan Times, the school
calendar, and the Parent Alert for additional dates and contact information of coordinators-they can be
reached throughout the school year.
Uniform rules, Spirit Day, vs. Out of Uniform. Look in the handbook, guidelines are available.
Birthdays can be celebrated-student can bring in an approved treat. If birthday falls during off school time
½ birthday is celebrated (teacher will assign a day)
Book fair Book fairs are held multiple times a year! Students can shop during their library time (send
money with them) during at least one of the book fairs. Families are welcome to shop during any hours
book fair is open.
Early dismissal days. It is tradition that St. Andrew students leave school and walk to local restaurants
for lunch. School alerts the local businesses and they have an open relationship to keep an eye on our
kids! If anyone acts up, school finds out. Our students have a good track record of being polite- make
sure you teach them how to tip well! They are also required to send a note from their parent giving
permission to walk to the restaurant. NO NOTE, NO WALK! They will ride the bus home.
Plays- check school calendar for exact dates- Kindergarten "Stone Soup"-November, First Grade-May,
Second Grade-March, Third Grade-March, Fourth Grade-December, Fifth Grade-February. Eighth grade
Talen Show – April.
Classroom Parent Readers several of the grades have opportunities for you to come in and read to your
child's class.
4th grade shields There is a parade during the All Saints Day Mass- try to attend and bring your camera!
Big Buddies Fourth Grade students are "Big Buddies" to Kindergarten students. They participate in
several events during the school year and help the younger students at Mass.
Fifth Grade. Holiday parties are held with the homerooms combined in the cafeteria-they are big kids
now!
St. Andrew Character Awards- multiple students are elected monthly by teachers to receive a character
award. Parents are usually given a week’s notice. The student has permission to come to school an hour
late the day of the awards so they can enjoy a family breakfast. The awards are at 8:40 in the church
basement with Mass following at 9:00.
Eighth Grade. Strongly consider a summer High School Placement Test course. It helps the students
know what to expect and makes them a lot less nervous. Test scores are not only used to determine
scholarships, they assist the High School with determining which level of courses to enroll your child.
Washington DC fundraisers. All money you raise through these fundraisers (Mumkins, Yankee candle,
etc), during 6th-8th grade, goes directly to your child's trip. The money is not shared with the entire
class- it lowers the overall cost of your own child's trip.
Eighth Grade Graduation. Even though you know it's coming it sneaks up on you! Sign up early to help
with the graduation dance. More information to follow in February/March.
FALL
Class lists. They are available online the Friday before school starts, but that is no fun! You have to go
to the festival when it opens and run to the school to see them displayed in the front windows! There is
also an Option C communication.
"Orientation" is typically scheduled for kindergarten, first grade, and all new students. Students AND
parents attend orientation. Sixth grade has a separate "orientation" for students only.
"Meet the Teacher" night is for grades 1-8 and is attended by PARENTS ONLY. St. Andrew "Meet the
Teacher" is a busy night rotating through your child's class schedule! Meet the Teacher night is held on 2
different nights so you are able to attend both campuses.
Magazine Drive. This will be online renewals only this year for people that want to keep what they
already have.
Titan Run 4 Fun. 100% of proceeds go to our school! It is a fun event for all!
Family Movie Night. A fun night for all!!
Fall Sports. Cross Country, Football, Cheerleading, and Girls Volleyball. Sign up in spring. Football
and cheerleading are open to students beginning in Kindergarten. All others are for third – eighth grade.
Girls on the Run volunteers needed to run the program each year for our fourth grade students. Not only
does the program train the girls to run in a race with other girls from all over the city, they incorporate
programs for self esteem, etc.
Fall Picture Day-September-uniforms are worn-tip-save one new shirt for picture day. Pictures must be
ordered and purchased on picture day. This picture will be in the yearbook.
Camp Kern- 3- day trip for 6th grade usually September/October. Pack lots of socks for the 6th grade
group- they tend to get wet and muddy. Throw in a trash bag for them to bring home the dirty/stinky
clothes. Don't send anything that you treasure! 1- day trip for 8th grade-great bonding experience.
Parent Teacher Conferences-first conference teacher meets with every parent. Second conference later
in year is by teacher request.
Halloween Parade. This is a fun event that is highly attended by parents and relatives! This is one to
consider taking off work for!
Political Convention. St. Andrew only. Usually the same week as Election Day in November. The kids
love it-look for t-shirt orders!
WINTER
Winter Sports. Girls basketball, Boys basketball. Sign up in August/September. These sports begin in
third grade.
Student Registration. Begins in January for preschool through 8th grade.
Science Fair. Completed by 7th grade. 6th grade students are recommended to attend the public viewing
to get ideas.
Cake Auction. St. Andrew only-this is a HUGE deal! The students each bring in money to bid on
amazing cakes baked by eighth grade families. The kids pool their money and cakes go for hundreds of
dollars! All money goes to charity for the annual "adopt a family" run by eighth graders.
SPRING
Sports. Boys volleyball, SMAC Track. Sign up in winter. Volleyball begins in third grade, Track begins
in first grade.
TITAN MADNESS. A fun-filled adult only event!
Genius Project. Completed by 6th grade. 5th grade students are recommended to attend public viewing
to get ideas.
May Day. Very fun day for third grade. Many activities that revolve around what the students have
learned all year. A very fun day to volunteer and spend precious fun time with your kids!
School supply kits are a convenient way to get your school supplies-orders take place in the spring prior
to the following school year. But, you do not have to buy the supply kits- you can shop on your own.
Fifth Grade "Picnic". While there is food for lunch, it is not really a picnic. It is a fun-filled day of
activities/challenges for teams to compete. A separate parent committee is formed to plan a full day of
events and food. IT IS SO MUCH FUN for the kids! Lots of volunteers make it easy to plan. Families
are welcome to join the madness all day.
May Crowning Mass-Ceremonies at Seton and St. Andrew-great to attend.
Grandparents Day – held during May Crowning at the Seton Campus
Third Grade parents volunteer to organize and "host" the First Communion Brunch for the second grade
families. It is held at school usually in May and is funded by PTO.
Fifth Grade and Eighth Grade. They get dressed up for May Crowning and Graduation. Be prepared to
buy two nice outfits or beg your child to wear the same thing twice! (maybe figure this out with your
Easter outfit)
Mother's Brunch is highly recommended for 6-8th grade moms. May Crowning is held in church for
Mothers and Grandmothers with all St. Andrew students. Brunch is held after for Mothers and
Grandmothers only. You may not get to spend time with your child, but it is an awesome event.
The spring of 8th grade year is crazy busy and fun! Form committees early to plan events!
Seventh Grade parents need to volunteer to chaperone the 8th grade dance that is immediately following
the graduation! You will get a sneak pick for planning for your child and the kids are fun to watch!
Confirmation service hours. 8th graders are already out of school and can earn service hours by
volunteering at the Seton Campus field day. They can also get service hours volunteering at Seton Parish
festival.
2017-2018 PTO-Sponsored Activities, Programs, Events
Please double check dates on School Master Calendar as the year progresses
8/30/2017
August 8-PTO meeting 6:30pm Seton 23-Kindergarten/New Family Play Date, Buckwheat Community Park – 10:00 am-11:00 23- Orientation-Grade 6, 9-10:30/Kindergarten, 11:00-12:00/Grade 1, 1:00-2:00 23- Ice Cream Social, K-5, 4:00-6:00
September 7- Meet the Teachers, Grades 6-8, 7-9:00- St. Andrew (Refreshments/Volunteer Sign-up Sheets) 12-PTO Meeting 6:30pm Seton 14-Meet the Teacher- 7-9:00pm, Seton Campus café (Refreshments/Volunteer Sign-up sheets) 25-29 Everybody Counts Week- Seton Campus 29- PTO Family Movie Night, 6:30-10:00pm – Seton
Campus
October Box top Contest (Dates TBD) 10-PTO Meeting 6:30pm Seton TBD-St. Andrew Oktoberfest- (2-8pm) 13- Run4Fun- 11am, early dismissal 1pm 17-Parent/Teacher Conferences, Grades K-8, St. A.-3:30-7:30/Seton-4:00-8pm (Faculty dinner provided by PTO) 19-Parent/Teacher Conferences, Grades K-8, St. A-3:30-7:30/Seton 4-8pm (Faculty dinner provided by PTO) 31-Halloween Parties, 1:30-2:30/2:30 Parade(Grade K-5) 31-Kona Ice Truck (Grades 6-8)
November 4- Make a Difference Day - St. Andrew Parish Center-8:30-1pm- Lunch provided by PTO 14-PTO meeting 6:30pm Seton 10 -Veterans Day Breakfast (St Andrew Campus) 9-11am 17- Scene 75, St. Andrew Laser Tag outing 1-3
December 12-PTO meeting 6:30pm Seton 20-Christmas Parties, 2-3pm (Grades K-5) 20-Christmas Treat (Grades 6-8)
January 9-PTO meeting 6:30pm Seton 25-Science Fair (Grade 7, option for Grade 8) (Continental breakfast for judges provided by PTO) 29-Catholic Schools Week Open House (12-1:30pm St A/1-2:30 Seton) 29-3-Catholic Schools Week
February 2- Family Dinner 5:30-8pm- Seton Campus 2- Happy Heart Dance- Seton Gym 8:00-10:00 6- Parent/Teacher Conferences- Seton-4-8pm (Dinner provided by PTO 8- Parent/Teacher Conferences- St. A-3:30-7:30pm (Dinner provided by PTO 13-PTO meeting 6:30pm Seton Box top Contest (Dates TBD) 20-22-Feed The Hungry Program, Grades K-5
March 13-PTO meeting 6:30pm Seton 17-Titan Madness Event- 6:30-11:30 Seton Campus
April 10-PTO meeting 6:30pm Seton 25-Genius Project (Grade 6) (Continental breakfast for judges provided by PTO) 30-5-Teacher Appreciation Week
May 1-Grandparents Day/May Crowning/Mass - Seton 30-5-Teacher Appreciation Week 8-PTO meeting 6:30pm Seton TBD-Faculty/Staff/Pastors Appreciation Luncheon (Provided by PTO) 4-May Crowning Luncheon (PTO funds $500) St. A TBD -8th Grade Lunch with Pastors and Principal (PTO Funds) 11-5th Grade Picnic (PTO Funds $7/student) June 1- 8th Grade Graduation (PTO funds $12/student)
We are ALL members of PTO!!!! The PTO board thanks you in advance for assisting through
volunteer hours, fund-raising, monetary donations, food donations,
and supply donations. It takes thousands of dollars and many
volunteers to run all of our programs which enrich our children's
school experience.
PTO PURPOSE: In the interest of spiritual, intellectual and physical growth for
the students at SASEAS School, the PTO commits to enhancing the roles of
parents and teachers in the education of the students by increasing their
knowledge of education and its processes. The PTO shall provide an opportunity for
parents and teachers to work together for the good of the students and the
school in an environment marked by mutual respect of all parties. In helping to
create an optimal environment for children’s academic growth and faith formation,
the SASEAS PTO shall support and promote the school’s mission.
Our school philosophy on fundraising is one that will raise money and at the same
time bring the school community together. SASEAS has two major fundraising
events. In the fall, every student will participate in Titan Run 4 Fun.
Titan Madness, an adult fun filled evening will return in the Spring.
100% of the funds raised will stay right at our school. These fundraisers help
support school initiatives, activities, events, programs and special products. Each
year we will research opportunities to support through our fundraising efforts
and determine a need to focus on. None of this can happen without the
support of our school families!
We look forward to working with you!
Every penny…every dollar…we raise is important and will go to the
benefit of the children!
SASEAS easy ways to earn money for our school!
Labels for education can be redeemed to support educational and physical programs at our school. Participating products
include: Pepperidge Farm, Dannon, Post, Campbell’s, Prego, Bic and many more. Turn in collected labels to school at any time
during the school year.
Box Tops For Education is one of the nation’s largest school earning loyalty programs. Last year our school received nearly
$3,000 from Box Top collections. Each Box Top is worth $0.10 and they add up fast. All you need to do is cut them off of
the box and save until the designated collections times twice during the school year. Typically collected in October and February.
Please note we cannot count any Labels For Education or Box Tops that have reached their expiration date or have the expiration date
missing. Please help us increase our collection by asking family and friends to collect.
Target REDcard holders Take Charge of Education programs allows you to designate SA or SEAS to receive 1% of your
REDcard purchases. Target credit card and Target Visa accounts can sign up by calling 1-800-316-6142 or by visiting
Target.com/tcoe. The primary cardholder of a Target debit card can sign up by calling 1-800-316-6142. Target will track purchases made
on participating cards and will distribute the accumulated dollars to the schools in September.
St. Andrew Campus ID 13807 St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Campus ID 13806
My Coke rewards-Collect the codes on the packaging of your favorite Coca-Cola brands. Codes are located under caps,
inside the tear off on 12 packs and on multi-pack wraps. Turn collected codes to school at any time during the year.
Our school has a great opportunity to earn money by doing local research studies. Earn money for the school while
earning something for yourself. LRG is dedicated to improving products through consumer research. LRG is
committed to giving back to the community and is reaching out to schools to participate. Please consider participating, both panelists and
the school will be compensated. To sign up, see the form included in this packet or email Erin Hofmann, [email protected]
Every penny, every dollar we raise is important and will go to the benefit of the children!
SASEAS PTO FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITY
Local Research Group (LRG) is an organization dedicated to improving products through consumer research. LRG is committed to giving back to the community and is reaching out to schools and different local organizations to participate in their program. LRG will provide different research opportunities for you to participate, where both panelists and the school will be compensated. We ask you to consider joining the panel through SASEAS. Once you sign up, you will be contacted to determine if you qualify for future tests. You will be provided with an ID number specifically for you. If you have additional interested family members or friends (18 or older and with their own email address) they may participate as well. You do not have to have a student at the school to participate. There are a variety of tests you may be asked to participate in, including: interviews (individual and group), product usage tests, visual/olfactory tests, online surveys, etc.
To sign up, all you need to do is contact Erin Hofmann at [email protected] with the following information. You may also return this form to the school office.
First Name Last Name Email Phone number
Address City State Zip
First Name Last Name Email Phone number
Address City State Zip
First Name Last Name Email Phone number
Address City State Zip
