This Sunday is the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time and the Gospel discusses fairness and justice. We have been looking at the difference in what is fair and just all year. Today the 8th grade really grasped the idea that helping people in need is Catholic social justice in action. The students reflected on the […]
This Sunday, the 24th Sunday in Ordinary Time, the Gospel theme of forgiveness continues from last week. When Peter asks Jesus how many times we need to forgive someone, Jesus answers 77 times. The 8th grade realizes that this means unlimited forgiveness for ourselves and others. Their reflection focused on how to improve themselves and […]
Today you will receive a work packet list from Mrs. Dwyer and Mrs. Clemmensen. Mrs. Gaither is out of the classroom for a family emergency; she will send out a list next week. Thank you for your understanding.
It was wonderful to see so many parents at Back to School Night! We wish we could have shown you more websites but our time was limited. My hope is that you will encourage your children to make use of the following websites. All three grades are using zingylearning.com, which is a series of animated […]
This Thursday, the 23 Sunday in ordinary time Gospel was read by the 8th grade students. This reading was difficult to understand because it discusses the procedures for dealing with someone who has wronged you in some way. We mentioned valid ways to talk with a friend and the importance of not gossiping about the […]
This Sunday will be the 22nd Sunday in ordinary time. The new Catholic Youth Bibles are very engaging as we read the Gospel. This week the class reflects on the struggles or crosses they bear and how to overcome these struggles. They shared great ideas and the desire to do better in school, sports, and […]
Today all middle school students received their first accelerated math assignment. We discussed the requirements and I would like all parents to be aware of them as well. Two assignments need to be completed each full week. (At times we have three or four due in a two-week period). Sixth graders’ passing score is 70% […]
On Thursday the 8th grade class used their new youth Bibles for the first Gospel Thursday class. This Sunday is the 21st Sunday in ordinary time and the Gospel focused on Saint Peter being the rock of the Church. The students discussed the meaning of Jesus’s words regarding our actions on earth being bound in […]
Yesterday all three middle school classes viewed a video on safety in the science lab. Each student has a list of guidelines attached to a contract, which needs to be signed by both student and parent/guardian and returned to school by next Monday. Next Tuesday we will have a test on lab safety and students […]
Welcome back, eighth graders/class of 2012! I hope all of you had a great summer break. We are looking forward to a great year and I know that you will contribute much enthusiasm and many new ideas. The Core Leaders met with the middle school teachers today and are ready to welcome all SHS students […]