St. Matthew Elementary Jaguar Journal
May 10, 2019
St. Matthew Elementary
Jaguar Journal
"Paws"itive Students
Emma Feller Maylin Tursi
Sawyer Pompei Lennox ShoveinMrs. Kane's Class Adel Pfeiffer
Liam Kidd Oliver Klipp
Miriam Huerter Nadia Mealhow
Kiley Kauder Mrs. Driscoll's Class
Nolan Foss Mac Driscoll
Kellen Haverback Emma Richmond
Rory Schaub Liam Raftery
Lucy Giorgio Kyra Kauder
Genna Haan Nathan Bryant
Sam Evans Emmett Lyon
Jackson Owens Cael Stutzman
Zoey Takes Kate Deegan
Mia Deegan Holly Larson
Lorali Kidd Aimele Nguyen
Drew Meyer Jolene Scherrman
Gabe Leuck Megan Livingston
Irelynn Oviatt
Important Upcoming Events
May 14 - Spring Concert Matinee at 2 PM
May 14 - Spring Concert at 7 PM
May 15 - Mass 8:35 AM (1st grade-VanBerkum)
May 17 - School Assembly at 10:45 AM
May 17 - Rainbow Olympics Day begins at 10:45 AM
May 22 - Mass 8:35 AM (4th grade)
May 31 - Last Day of School (early dismissal)
This Weeks Thank You's....
- Collette Bates for serving as accompanist for our spring concert and all her work
Rainbow Day is coming up...
Before we know it Rainbow Day will be here. We are very excited for this fun-filled day. Students will be in their Rainbow Team colored shirts and comfy bottoms (lots of running and fun activities) for the day. Mark your calendar for Friday, May 17th. You are welcome to join us for any of the activities that day, included below is a tentative agenda.
10:45 a.m.--Assembly in the gym
11:15 a.m. to noon--Lunch is served
12 p.m.--Prayer Service
12:30 to 2:30--Rainbow Day Activity Rotations
Before we know it Rainbow Day will be here. We are very excited for this fun-filled day. Students will be in their Rainbow Team colored shirts and comfy bottoms (lots of running and fun activities) for the day. Mark your calendar for Friday, May 17th. You are welcome to join us for any of the activities that day, included below is a tentative agenda.
10:45 a.m.--Assembly in the gym
11:15 a.m. to noon--Lunch is served
12 p.m.--Prayer Service
12:30 to 2:30--Rainbow Day Activity Rotations
Attached is the sign up for guests who are planning on joining us for the Rainbow Day lunch, please send payment and the completed form to school by Monday, May 13th.
Spring Concert - TUESDAY!
The Spring Band and General Music Concert will be on Tuesday, May 14. There will be a matinee performance at 2:00 pm. The evening concert will begin promptly at 7:00 pm in the St. Matthew Gym. 4th and 5th grade students should wear dress code or better for the evening performance. Students should plan on arriving at 6:45 and meeting in the music room. We look forward to showing you some of the things we have worked on this year.
The Spring Band and General Music Concert will be on Tuesday, May 14. There will be a matinee performance at 2:00 pm. The evening concert will begin promptly at 7:00 pm in the St. Matthew Gym. 4th and 5th grade students should wear dress code or better for the evening performance. Students should plan on arriving at 6:45 and meeting in the music room. We look forward to showing you some of the things we have worked on this year.
Summer Adventure Camp - STEAM On!
Looking for Fun with Friends this summer while learning new skills? Check out the new 2019 Summer Adventure camps by STEAM On! For more Information and to register online visit the link below. Questions? Email info@STEAMOn.net to get started on a great summer exploring Robotics, STEAM, and so much more!
Who/Audience: Students entering grades 1-9 in the fall, and interested adult volunteers
What/Event Title: STEAM On Summer Adventure Camps
When: Camps run June 24 - August 2
Where: Emerson Learning Center (MHSAP Building) - Lower Level, 1400 10th Avenue, Marion, Iowa
Organization: STEAM On - Community Robotics and STEAM Center
Contact: Shelley Kamp, Asst. to the Founder
Cost: $160 non-members / $140 STEAM On members per half day for 5 day sessions
https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/9f98cf_253e9098e3d04992a522d0265101297b.pdf
Looking for Fun with Friends this summer while learning new skills? Check out the new 2019 Summer Adventure camps by STEAM On! For more Information and to register online visit the link below. Questions? Email info@STEAMOn.net to get started on a great summer exploring Robotics, STEAM, and so much more!
Who/Audience: Students entering grades 1-9 in the fall, and interested adult volunteers
What/Event Title: STEAM On Summer Adventure Camps
When: Camps run June 24 - August 2
Where: Emerson Learning Center (MHSAP Building) - Lower Level, 1400 10th Avenue, Marion, Iowa
Organization: STEAM On - Community Robotics and STEAM Center
Contact: Shelley Kamp, Asst. to the Founder
Cost: $160 non-members / $140 STEAM On members per half day for 5 day sessions
https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/9f98cf_253e9098e3d04992a522d0265101297b.pdf
SUMMER CLASSES WITH TEACHERS
Reminder that several teachers are doing special summer classes. See the attached sheet for more info and to sign up!
Reminder that several teachers are doing special summer classes. See the attached sheet for more info and to sign up!
Congrats to Evan Thuente
Evan was the winner of the City of Cedar Rapids poster contest for his depiction of "Fair Housing: Opens Doors and Welcomes All." His artwork will be hanging throughout Cedar Rapids!
Special Education Services Survey
Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) requires states to report the percent of parents with a child receiving special education services who report that schools facilitated parent involvement as a means of improving services and results for children with disabilities. The Iowa Department of Education is gathering this data as a census for both students with and without a disability using a four-question survey. We are asking you to please complete this 4 question survey.
Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) requires states to report the percent of parents with a child receiving special education services who report that schools facilitated parent involvement as a means of improving services and results for children with disabilities. The Iowa Department of Education is gathering this data as a census for both students with and without a disability using a four-question survey. We are asking you to please complete this 4 question survey.
Harken Family
As many of you know, Jim Harken has been fighting the good fight against cancer. He recently had his second surgery to remove cancerous tissue.
As a supportive St. Matthew community, we would like to help the Harken family during this time of need. Mary has said they will have family in town helping to prepare meals and help with the kids so we would like to shower them with gift cards. We will be collecting gift cards for things such as groceries, restaurants and gas and any other cards you would like to include. Please drop them by the main office and make sure your envelope is clearly marked.
Jim is the father of Lucas in 2nd grade, Michael in 1st grade and Dominick in Kindergarten. His wife Mary is the Director of Development at Xavier High School. Jim and Mary have touched many of our lives and the lives of our children. We wish Jim a speedy recovery.
As many of you know, Jim Harken has been fighting the good fight against cancer. He recently had his second surgery to remove cancerous tissue.
As a supportive St. Matthew community, we would like to help the Harken family during this time of need. Mary has said they will have family in town helping to prepare meals and help with the kids so we would like to shower them with gift cards. We will be collecting gift cards for things such as groceries, restaurants and gas and any other cards you would like to include. Please drop them by the main office and make sure your envelope is clearly marked.
Jim is the father of Lucas in 2nd grade, Michael in 1st grade and Dominick in Kindergarten. His wife Mary is the Director of Development at Xavier High School. Jim and Mary have touched many of our lives and the lives of our children. We wish Jim a speedy recovery.
2019-20 Family Formation Registration is now OPEN!
Families are encouraged to sign up for next year's Family Formation offered through St. Matthew Parish. This is for families with students in kindergarten through 5th grade. Sessions will begin in September. Visit http://www.stmatthewcr.org/parish/2019/04/01/grades-1-5-faith-formation/ to learn more and sign up.
Families are encouraged to sign up for next year's Family Formation offered through St. Matthew Parish. This is for families with students in kindergarten through 5th grade. Sessions will begin in September. Visit http://www.stmatthewcr.org/parish/2019/04/01/grades-1-5-faith-formation/ to learn more and sign up.
Message from the Library
The last week to check out books from the library will be the week of May 6-10th. Beginning the week of May 13-17th we will be sending home slips with the books that are still checked out. Please help us get the library ready for our next school year.
The Children's Choice Pizza Party will take place on Wednesday, May 15th. If your child earned this party you will be sent a reminder.
~Mrs. Bates and Mrs. Williams
The last week to check out books from the library will be the week of May 6-10th. Beginning the week of May 13-17th we will be sending home slips with the books that are still checked out. Please help us get the library ready for our next school year.
The Children's Choice Pizza Party will take place on Wednesday, May 15th. If your child earned this party you will be sent a reminder.
~Mrs. Bates and Mrs. Williams
MARDI GRAS COMFY CLOTHES DAY REMINDER--MAY 16
Thursday, May 16th is Mardi Gras comfy clothes day for those who purchased their child(ren) a comfy clothes day at Mardi Gras! Children can wear comfy clothes of their choice that fit the normal comfy clothes school guide lines.
Thursday, May 16th is Mardi Gras comfy clothes day for those who purchased their child(ren) a comfy clothes day at Mardi Gras! Children can wear comfy clothes of their choice that fit the normal comfy clothes school guide lines.
Iowa Skipper Jump Rope Camp 2019
The Iowa Skipper Jump Rope Team is conducting a three-day camp for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. It will be held June 12-14th at Taft Middle School. Over 100 different single tricks will be taught, as well as fun jumping long ropes and double dutch, and more. The cost is $45 and includes a jump rope. You can find more information at www.iowaskippers.org and on the flyer below.
The Iowa Skipper Jump Rope Team is conducting a three-day camp for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. It will be held June 12-14th at Taft Middle School. Over 100 different single tricks will be taught, as well as fun jumping long ropes and double dutch, and more. The cost is $45 and includes a jump rope. You can find more information at www.iowaskippers.org and on the flyer below.
America Reads Bookmark Contest
Students going into kindergarten through 5th grade next year are invited to create a bookmark to enter into the annual America Reads Bookmark Contest. The bookmark design should address the theme: "My Favorite Book in the Universe is..." Entry forms will be available starting June 1st at all local public libraries. Entries must be turned in to one of the local libraries by July 31st.
Students going into kindergarten through 5th grade next year are invited to create a bookmark to enter into the annual America Reads Bookmark Contest. The bookmark design should address the theme: "My Favorite Book in the Universe is..." Entry forms will be available starting June 1st at all local public libraries. Entries must be turned in to one of the local libraries by July 31st.
Summer Solutions
Believe it or not, it is that time again, time to start thinking about summer! Included below is a flyer for the Summer Solutions materials available for you. This includes both literacy and math, along with a few other options depending on grade level. Please highly consider this opportunity as it is a great way to keep students engaged and help reduce the summer slump and it compliments the workbooks we use throughout the school year!
Believe it or not, it is that time again, time to start thinking about summer! Included below is a flyer for the Summer Solutions materials available for you. This includes both literacy and math, along with a few other options depending on grade level. Please highly consider this opportunity as it is a great way to keep students engaged and help reduce the summer slump and it compliments the workbooks we use throughout the school year!
ALUMNI: Ride with Us On Our 2nd-Annual Alumni Bike Ride!
The LaSalle-Regis-Xavier Alumni Association Board invites all LaSalle, Regis and Xavier alumni (and family) to join us for our second annual Alumni Bike Ride on June 8th! Alumni Bike Ride
Route/Schedule:
Everyone is invited to stick around at the Sag Wagon after the finish of the ride to catch up with fellow alumni. ALUMNI - Remember to wear your old school LaSalle, Regis, and Xavier gear for the ride if you have it! This ride is entirely free (there will be a free-will offering to support the Alumni Association). We hope to see you riding with us on June 8th! Family is welcome!
The LaSalle-Regis-Xavier Alumni Association Board invites all LaSalle, Regis and Xavier alumni (and family) to join us for our second annual Alumni Bike Ride on June 8th! Alumni Bike Ride
Route/Schedule:
- 10:30 a.m. Register/Sign-In at Sag Wagon Deli & Brew (827 Shaver Rd NE)
- 11 a.m. (approximately): Start riding from Sag Wagon
- Stop #1: Little Bohemia (1317 3rd St SE) Stop #2: Iowa Brewing Co. (708 3rd St SE)
- Stop #3/Finish at 4 p.m. (approximately): Return to Sag Wagon
Everyone is invited to stick around at the Sag Wagon after the finish of the ride to catch up with fellow alumni. ALUMNI - Remember to wear your old school LaSalle, Regis, and Xavier gear for the ride if you have it! This ride is entirely free (there will be a free-will offering to support the Alumni Association). We hope to see you riding with us on June 8th! Family is welcome!
The Xavier Booster Club will once again hold its annual Golf Outing at beautiful Elmcrest Country Club on Monday, June 24th! Sign up now for morning or afternoon shotgun (spots will go fast!).
When: Monday, June 24, 2019
Where: Elmcrest Country Club
Cost: $150 per person Includes lunch, driving range, golf cart, golf, flight prizes dinner & reception
Format: 4-person Best Shot
Tentative Schedule of Activities:
Morning Shot-Gun – 8:00 AM (Driving Range open at 7:30AM)
Lunch – Noon
Afternoon Shot-Gun – 1:00 PM (Driving Range open at Noon)
Dinner / Prizes – Following afternoon golf (around 6:30PM)
Farewell to Mrs. Globokar
While Beth Globokar isn't going very far, she is leaving her position as principal at Regis Middle School. Help us bid her a fond farewell by joining us on Thursday, May 23, 3:30 - 5:30 pm at Regis Middle School, as we recognize and thank Mrs. Globokar for her many years of service in Catholic education!
Own a Piece of Regis History!
With the upcoming replacement of the historic wooden bleachers in the Regis Middle School gymnasium, and in an effort to preserve a part of that history, Regis has enlisted the help of Kory Helgens of Spring Run Designs in Marion, to create some beautiful memorabilia pieces from the wood. He has crafted a cross, spoon, cheese board and canoe paddle. If you attended the Royal T Night fundraiser, you got a sneak preview of them; if not, they are available in the Regis Main Office if you’d like to see them. We are taking pre-orders through May 3rd for anyone interested. You may access the Google Form found HERE to see pictures, get pricing information and let us know what you'd like to purchase. Please contact Dianne at dclarke@regisroyals.org or 363-1968 if you have questions. Thank you!
While Beth Globokar isn't going very far, she is leaving her position as principal at Regis Middle School. Help us bid her a fond farewell by joining us on Thursday, May 23, 3:30 - 5:30 pm at Regis Middle School, as we recognize and thank Mrs. Globokar for her many years of service in Catholic education!
Own a Piece of Regis History!
With the upcoming replacement of the historic wooden bleachers in the Regis Middle School gymnasium, and in an effort to preserve a part of that history, Regis has enlisted the help of Kory Helgens of Spring Run Designs in Marion, to create some beautiful memorabilia pieces from the wood. He has crafted a cross, spoon, cheese board and canoe paddle. If you attended the Royal T Night fundraiser, you got a sneak preview of them; if not, they are available in the Regis Main Office if you’d like to see them. We are taking pre-orders through May 3rd for anyone interested. You may access the Google Form found HERE to see pictures, get pricing information and let us know what you'd like to purchase. Please contact Dianne at dclarke@regisroyals.org or 363-1968 if you have questions. Thank you!
Message from the Principal
Assistant Principal for the Day -
Grant Haverback
Today Grant got to enjoy his special day as Assistant Principal. The morning started with his favorite donut (Dunkin Donuts vanilla with sprinkles) and morning announcements! Morning rounds were made as he checked out each of the classrooms and left a note for the teacher. Grant will also led us in a tornado drill and had lunch with his buddies in the Principal's office. Mr. Haverback will end his day--which also happens to be his birthday--with the Mardi Gras Kids First fundraiser! It was a pretty amazing day with a great helper! Happy Birthday, Grant!Grant Haverback
--Mrs. Conlon
Essentials Team Highlight
In PE we finished up raising money for the American Heart Association and working on fitness to better our hearts in all grades--not just 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. We will be honoring the students and having an assembly towards the last week of school. Next, we are working on Rainbow Day activities to make that day as fun as possible. The older grades will also be fitness testing starting the 20th so please remind students to have a good breakfast, drink lots of water, and wear good shoes. The younger grades will be going outside and going over rules of outdoor games like tee ball/baseball, kick ball, and other fun outdoor activities. I look forward to all the fun activities coming up shortly! As always keep moving and getting your sweat on!
--Ms. Carney
--Ms. Carney
Next Week's Birthdays
May 10th--Grant Haverback
May 14--Charlee Eichhorn
May 14--Cael Stutzman
May 14--Mrs. Williams
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