ALPENA ALL SAINTS SCHOOL
June 2, 2023 Newsletter
Next week will be an exciting week celebrating the conclusion of the school year with several events. The second grade class has been working hard to practice for their showcase. Slideshows and costumes have been created for the Historical “Wax” museum that will be presented by the 5th-7th grade students. Beautiful music has been resonating from the cafeteria as the 3rd-7th grade students practice musical performances for the end of year awards ceremony. We extend a warm welcome to anyone who would like to join us for class presentations or awards ceremonies. See the dates and times below.
Although we are completing a fantastic school year at All Saints Catholic School, we are also preparing for next school year. If you have not finished your enrollment on FACTS please do so ASAP. The enrollment numbers will dictate how many classes are offered at All Saints School next year and how students will be organized into classrooms. Preschool enrollment is near a point where we are contemplating closing enrollment and starting a wait list or adding a third preschool class. Please don’t wait to finish your enrollment in FACTS. Financial assistance awards will be posted after June 20th.
May you grow in love and peace,
Melissa Doubek
“Give of your hands to Serve, and your hearts to Love.” Mother Teresa
God works through each of us to share His love and kindness. Maverick LaCross is a true student role model. Maverick is a second semester student but has embraced the preschool expectations from day one. He follows Mrs. Carr's directions. He is always happy to help a friend with a heavy backpack or push their chair in.
Special Classes and Academic Support at ASCS
- Monday Music with Mr. Peters
- Weekly Art with Mr. Machulis
- Library for K-2 with Mrs. Wanda Gougeon and Mrs. Linda LaCross
- FIRST Robotics
- Science Olympiad
- Gym with Mr. Wright
- Reading Support with Mrs. Marceau and Mrs. Holmes
- 7th grade Math Support with Mr. Abram
- Ukulele Instrumental Music with Mr. Doubek and Mrs. Brindley
- Grandma Sue in the Kindergarten/1st grade class
Kindergarten and 1st Grade
Alpena Down Town Field Trip
Phases of the Moon
Ms. Brindley's class learned about the phases of the moon. They modeled the different phases of the moon using Oreo cookies. Their next task was to watch the moon that night and be able to report which phase of the moon was visible. The students came into class the next day knowing that the moon is a waxing gibbous and a full moon is soon to come.
Alpena Church Pilgrimage
Father Tyler lead a tour of the Alpena Catholic Churches for the 5th-7th grade students. They students also toured Trinity Episcopal Church guided by Rev. Bruce. The students learned about church history, the differences between the churches, and symbolism represented in the stain glass windows.
Father Tyler demonstrates how to play the organ at St. Anne's Church.
Each month All Saints Catholic School recognizes a student who makes a difference in the areas of Faith, Service, and Academics. The June student of the month is 3rd grade student, George LaCross. George is an honor student and an honorable young man. Everyday, George and Braylon W take it upon themselves to help Mr. Benson by sweeping the cafeteria floor. George also assists Mrs. Doubek every morning by put away equipment after morning prayer. George is a responsible young man, serving our parish as an Altar Server for Sunday Masses.
Talking about the Trinity and Planting Geraniums in Front of St. Mary.
The preschool students are getting their first introduction to FIRST LEGO LEAGUE with the Discover program. The lessons use Duplo Lego's to teach about energy transfer and energy conservation. The students built models of an amusement park and then identified how they were going to use a dam and windmill to power the park rides.
Want to brush-up on your American History? The 5th, 6th, and 7th grade students will host a US History Living Historical Figure/Wax Museum on Wednesday, June 7th from 10:00-11:30 am. Everyone is invited to attend.
Everyone is welcome to join us for the Children's Mass on Wednesday's at 9:00 am. During the Children's Mass, the students have the opportunity to serve out the ministry of the church as Altar Servers and readers.
June 7th
Reader: Madilyn W
Cantor: Bryson
Server: Sam, Braylon, Reuben, LillianV
Offertory: Rita-Marie and Kisela
The students of All Saints School will be offering Spiritual Prayer Bouquets, by praying for you or another individuals. To request a Spiritual Prayer Bouquet, email the following information to Melissa Doubek (mdoubek@alpenaallsaints.org). A class of students will send a card with the number of prayers said. You may request a Spiritual Bouquet for you or another person.
Name of the person to receive Spiritual Bouquet
Address to send the Spiritual Prayer Bouquet card
Event (for example birthday, grief, trying times, illness, etc.)
Other School Reminders
- 2nd grade Showcase will be on June 5th at 12:45 in the cafeteria.
- The last day of After School Program is Wednesday, June 7th.
- Historical "Wax" Museum will be on June 7th from 10-11:30 am in the gym.
- Mrs. Carr's preschool graduation will be moved to Tuesday June 6th at 12:30 (Gym). Ms. Allen's preschool graduation will be on June 8th at 11:30(Gym). K-7th grade awards will take place at 1:00 on June 8th(St. Mary's Church).
- Thursday, June 8th will be Dress in you Sunday Best day. This may be a dressy outfit other than a school uniform. All students have been assigned a color to wear for Field Day on Friday, June 9th.
- School Field Day is on June 9th. We are looking for volunteers to run games!
- June 8th and 9th will be full school days. APS has half days on June 8th and 9th so ASCS students will not have busing and will need to be picked up.
- Summer BBQ at Center for Evangelization on July 15 from 3-8pm
- ASCS STEM Camp on June 27th, 28th, and 29th from 9:00 am - noon.
- VBS on July 24-26 at Parish Center
- The first day of the 2023-24 school year will be August 28th.
All Saints Parish - Consisting of the churches of St. Anne, St. Bernard, St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception, and St. John the Baptist, All Saints Catholic School, Holy Cross Cemetery and the Friendship Room.
Office: 817 Sable Street Alpena, MI 49707 - 989.354.3019
School Office: 500 N. 2nd Ave Alpena, MI 49707 - 989.354.4911