News

January 18, 2012

Dear Parents/Guardians:

Catholic School’s Week is fast approaching and we are looking forward to this celebration of Catholic Education in America.  We have a number of activities planned that involve your child and family.  Please post this schedule so you remember the day’s activities.   

Our mission is to “Learn about God, ourselves, and others”.  At Monsignor Gadoury Catholic Region School we are committed to building a community of faith, teaching fundamental academic skills to our students, and helping those around us who are in need.  So in addition to activities, we are collecting donations for a number of local charities as well as The Sisters of the Presentation of Mary.

GWCRS OPEN HOUSE - Sunday, January 29 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Please tell your friends, neighbors, and co-workers about our great schools: Monsignor Gadoury (pre-K through 2) and Good Shepherd (grades 3 through 8).  Everyone is invited to visit during our Open House where you can tour the schools and meet the teachers.  

IN-HOUSE REGISTRATION

Packets will be sent home shortly.  If you need extra registration forms for any grade, please contact Mrs. Lambert at the office at 401-767-5902.  The cutoff birth date is September 1 for children entering our 3 and 4-year-old pre-Kindergarten programs, and 5-years-old for our full day Kindergarten program.

Activities for Catholic Schools Week

             Sunday, January 29 - 10:00 a.m. Mass at St. Joseph’s Church next to Good Shepherd School Grades K and 1 will sing before the mass.  Parents of children in Grades K and 1, please return the attached slip if you want your child to participate in this Mass.  

Breakfast will be served at Good Shepherd School from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Scholastic Book Fair

Our Scholastic Book Fair will take place from Monday-Thursday (Jan. 30-Feb. 2)

Parents may shop with or without their children at the following times:

            8:30-9:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday

12:25-1:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 2 at Parent Luncheon

11:15 to 12:00 p.m., Thursday, February 3

Monday, January 30 Crazy Hat Day – Students Dress in Uniform

“F” is for food.  Please bring in canned goods.  We will be donating to the OLQM Food Pantry.

Tuesday, January 31 Sports Day - Dress Down Day

·         “A” is for a monetary donation.  We will be collecting donations for Sr. Fern’s religious community, The Sisters of the Presentation of Mary.  This will aid the vocation and retirement fund for the sisters.  Cash and checks will be accepted; please make checks payable to “The Presentation of Mary”.

·         Today students may wear their favorite sports apparel.  

Wednesday, February 1 Parent Luncheon Day – Students Dress in Uniform

·         “I” is for infant needs.  Today we will be collecting items for infants.  We will send donations to Haven of Grace, a shelter for homeless women and their children in Woonsocket.

·         Parent Luncheon will be from 12:00-12:25 p.m.  You may order a grinder today if you send in your order and money in the morning along with your child’s order, or if you choose, you may bring in a lunch for both yourself and your child.  Grinders are $2.00 and include meatball, tuna, turkey, or grilled cheese.  Milk and juice will be available to purchase for .40 cents.  Snacks are .35 cents

·         The Book Fair will be open from 12:30 to 1:00 if you wish to buy your child a good reading book.  You may wish to visit either with or without your child.

Thursday, February 2, Grandparent or Special Person Day – Students Dress in Uniform

·         “T” for toiletries.  Today we are collecting toiletries and paper goods such as toilet paper, tissues, napkins, and paper towels for the Ronald McDonald House.

·         At 10:15 grandparent(s) or a special person in your child’s life, will meet the principal in the cafeteria for a brief assembly before visiting the classrooms for special activities planned by the teachers.

·         From 11:15 to 12:00, grandparents may visit the Book Fair to purchase good quality reading material for your grandchildren. You may visit with or without your grandchildren.

Friday, February 3, Pajama Day - Dress Down Day

“H” is for hats and mittens.  Today we are collecting hats and mittens or gloves for the children and women at Haven of Grace. Children can come to school in their favorite PJ’s.  Student must wear sneakers, no slippers.  

Please join us in this week-long celebration.  Invite your friends and family to visit the Open House, and spread the word about Catholic Education in the Greater Woonsocket Area.  Thank you, everyone, for all of your support.   

Peace,

James Woodmansee