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A Cardinal Day
We had a marvelous kick off to our 50th Anniversary year with our Mass of the Holy Spirit on Friday. Cardinal Wuerl was inspiring, as he spoke of Catholic education as a "gift" to your daughters and congratulatory on our five decades in existence. He was especially gracious, as he shook hands with each and every student and Mass attendee as they left the gym. The girls were surprised (as was Mrs. Appel) as he noted the tradition to bestow a day off to the students!
Stay tuned--we have the whole year to offer it.
"Mission Effectiveness" kicks into gear.
Meetings are underway to review our mission and our efforts to maintain the standards set by Cornelia Connelly. For now, just remember that we strive daily to work on our seven goals:
Faith ~ Community ~ Challenging Creative Curriculum ~ Justice, Peace & Compassion ~ Dignity ~ Fulfillment ~ Future | | | |
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HOT LUNCH...October is Available |
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 PLEASE NOTE: if you are interested in the FULL YEAR option, a great way to save, your deadline is THIS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, so go online now. For those who pay as you go, October is now available. If families want to take advantage of the monthly discount, they must place their order before September 24, 2011. In October, all students must place their orders for lunch at least six days in advance (you must order by Monday to get lunch the following Monday.) The system will lock you out if you do not order in advance. It's so easy to order; Click here to go to the hot lunch page on our site for the information on how to register, and the link to the ordering site. Eat well! Direct your questions to Diane Boragno, dboragno@holychild.org. |
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~Spring Break Spain Trip. Information is now available from Sra. Meyer regarding the junior/senior European trip, this year to Spain. Talk it over with your daughter to assess interest; there is a $200 savings if we book before October 1.
~Clubs Assembly. Your daughter will have the opportunity to sign up for clubs on September 21 when all the clubs will present at an assembly. Should she have an interest that is not yet served in the school, have her discuss her club idea with Ms. Boragno before that day. There is something for everyone at Holy Child!
~Junior Service Requirement: For all parents of Juniors: Please note that every Junior is required to fulfill a 30-hour (direct) service requirement during this school year. This week, we will be providing each girl with a packet that includes suggested service sites, a letter to every family outlining expectations, a service contract, and a 1st-Quarter time sheet. Please see those packets for more details and information; contact the religion department, Mr. Ed Kent (ekent@holychild.org) or Mrs. Meg Russell (mrussell@holychild.org), with questions or concerns. Thank you!
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| College Rep visits | | | | | |
The girls know that they should sign up ahead of time, and work around classes to meet with college representatives who visit campus. (Elon and Roanoke were here today.)Meetings are held in the college counseling conference room, off of the lobby. Any questions, please contact Meg Mayo, mmayo@holychild.org.
Thursday, Sept. 15
Providence 9:45 a.m. | | | |
| Author in the House | | | | | |   Laura Elliot, author of Annie Between the States and Under a War Torn Sky (7th and 8th grade summer reading, respectively) will be visiting the Middle School on Friday, September 16, from 9 a.m. to noon. She will meet with the seventh and eighth grades and be present in the library during break and lunch to speak with any additional interested students. Read more about the event on the attached flyer, and more about Laura on her website. The time to order the pre-order the books has passed, but all four of her books will be available for purchase that day. | | | |
| Upcoming Events and Field Trips | | | | | | Middle School is a busy place, with numerous bonding and out-of-school learning experiences.
Thursday, Sept. 22 and Friday, Sept. 23: Ellis Island Trip8 th grade overnight to Ellis Island; permission slips and letter were sent home with the girls Monday.
Friday, Sept. 23: Ropes Course
6th and 7th grade spend the day on a ropes course. Permission slips will be handed out at Back to School Night. Girls should dress appropriately for the weather. Sweat pants are okay on this trip. Students must bring a bagged lunch! | | | |
| Tiger Club Social | | | | | | Our athletic booster organization, the TIGER CLUB,  announces its annual social, to be held at the home of Colleen (Christmas, Class of 1987) and Rich Gardella, parents of Casey (2012), 5989 Searl Terrace, Bethesda, MD 20816.
Wednesday, September 28, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
RSVP to Tiger Club President Kris Rowan (Class of 1982),
301-526-5181
Krisrowan@verizon.net
All are welcome, Middle and Upper School parents. Come and meet the coaches, hear the exciting plans for the year, and meet and greet other sport lovers and fellow fans. | | | |
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Book Club Back on Track |
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Our Moms' Book Club (with apologies to dads; if you'd like to be included, please tell us!) gets back in gear this Thursday, October 6 at 7:00 p.m. in the library. It's not stuffy, it's not pretentious, it's just a nice evening out with fine conversation--yes, we do discuss the books, but don't berate you if you haven't finished. Our summer reading included two diverse yet fascinating novels: The Paris Wife and The Art of Racing in the Rain. Who knew that Hemingway's life and a dog as narrator could make for such great reading? RSVP (and send your ideas on future reading) to Meg Mayo ( mmayo@holychild.org).
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Homework Club: Help at the Ready |
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Homework Club has begun, so check in if your daughter needs a bit of nudge to get her work done. The Academic Support Office will again be offering homework assistance and/or a quiet place to work on Mondays through Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Note that Homework Club is for Middle School and Upper School students; they will get individual attention as needed. Please come down to the basement of Connelly Hall and join us. Any questions, please write to Kathy Famulare, kfamulare@holychild.org
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| SCHEDULES | | | | | | Remember to check the website weekly for schedule updates. Day-of-game weather changes will be posted on the home page, but additional changes to games happen for other reasons, and may be posted weeks ahead.
Wednesday, Sept. 14
4:15 PM JV Volleyball @ St. Andrew's
5:30 PM V Volleyball @ St. Andrew's
Thursday, Sept. 15
4:00 PM V Tennis vs. Holy Cross @ Georgetown Prep
4:15 PM JV Soccer vs Potomac HOME
4:15 PM V Field Hockey @ Holton-Arms
4:15 PM V Soccer @ Potomac
5:30 PM JV Field Hockey @ Holton-Arms
Friday, Sept. 16
4:00 PM JV Volleyball @ Bishop McNamara
5:15 PM V Volleyball @ Bishop McNamara
Sunday, Sept. 18
9:00 AM V Equestrian Horse Show @ Oatland Stables
Tuesday, Sept. 20
2:45 PM MS Field Hockey vs Norwood HOME
2:45 PM MS Soccer @ Norwood
4:15 PM V Field Hockey vs Sidwell HOME
4:15 PM V Tennis @ Stone Ridge
4:30 PM JV Volleyball vsThurgood Marshall HOME
5:45 PM JV Field Hockey vs Sidwell HOME
Wednesday, Sept. 21
4:00 PM V Tennis vs GDS @ AU
4:15 PM V Soccer @ St Andrew's
Thursday, Sept. 22
4:15 PM JV Field Hockey vs Foxcroft HOME
4:15 PM JV Soccer @ Sidwell
4:15 PM V Volleyball @ Sidwell
5:30 PM V Field Hockey vs Foxcroft HOME
Friday, Sept. 23
2:45 PM MS Tennis @ Bullis
4:00 PM V Cross Country @ Barrie School
4:15 PM V Soccer vs Sidwell HOME
9:00 AM V Cross Country--Landon Invitational @ Landon | | | |
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RESULTS |
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HC Equestrians in the Ribbons
On Sunday, September 11, Holy Child’s JV/Middle School Equestrian Team came home with the Championship Ribbon–winning the entire show. Out of three divisions at the Interschool Horse Show, Holy Child topped the other ten teams by winning Grand Champion and other ribbons. Sarah Holladay ’16 won the Inermediate Division, Mackenzie Myers ’18 (at right, with pony Gossip Girl) won the Maiden Division, and Maya Whitaker ’17 narrowly missed winning the Novice Division. Also bringing points and ribbons to honor Holy Child were team captain Hope Thomas ’15, Lizzy Cornfeld ’16, Bernadette Coyle ’16, Rose Meima ’17, and Ella Sullivan ’17. Congrats to the Riding Tigers of HC! You don’t just ROCK, you RIDE!--Anne Bolen
Cross-Country
The Varsity Cross Country Team opened the season with an excellent showing at Episcopal High School in Alexandria, Virginia. Several schools in attendance were St. Andrew's School, National Cathedral School, and the host school, Episcopal High School. There were a total of 70 to 80 runners competing. Aoife Manger led the Tigers to a top 23 finish as an standout freshman. An outstanding performance. Sophomore Dorothy Hastings finished with an impressive 32nd-place finish again in this field of at least 80 runners. Very new to cross country, freshman Anna Melchior showed great competitive zeal competing in her first-ever cross country meet, finishing very strong: a top 60 finish. Go, Tigers!!!--Coach Dennis Coleman
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| Basketball Open Gyms | | | | | | There will be open gym during the fall for anyone who is planning on trying out for basketball. These shoot-around sessions (not official practices) are not mandatory but a good opportunity for you to get into the gym.
Sunday, September 18 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Sunday, September 25 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Sunday, October 2 NO OPEN GYM
Sunday, October 9 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Sunday, October 16 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Sunday, October 23 OPEN HOUSE [students/players available for visitors] | | | |
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Best of Bethesda |
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 Cast your vote for Holy Child! We know you love your school; let the world know it as well! Click on this link to participate in Bethesda Magazine's BEST OF issue. If you scroll down through other categories, you'll find private schools. Make us all proud. The "polls" close on September 15. |
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Adoptive Parents Support |
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LEAP, funded by a grant from the Jim and Carol Trawick Foundation, is a comprehensive youth development and leadership empowerment program for middle school youth residing or attending school in Montgomery County who are adopted or in foster care with an adoption plan. LEAP is currently looking for referrals of children. The program aims to provide a combination of life skills, health, recreation, and community service activities. In addition, it provides a community of support and education for youth who are adopted or in foster care with an adoption plan. The program, which is currently in its third year, meets on Saturdays and is FREE OF CHARGE. Meals and door-to-door transportation are included. Please click here for LEAP flyer and the LEAP referral form. Any questions, contact counselor Jane Bandler jbandler@holychild.org
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| | | | | | WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 14
Dinner to Go Pick-Up
THURSDAY, SEPT. 15
Middle School Back to School Night
7:00 p.m., begin in Gym
SATURDAY, SEPT. 17
Student Council Blue/Gold Car Wash
12:00-2:00 p.m.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 18
Father-Daughter Bowling
Bowlmor, 2:00-4:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 21
Parents Association Coffee
8:00 a.m., Billingsley Hall THURSDAY, SEPT. 22
Upper School Back to School Night7:00 p.m., begin in Gym 8th grade to Ellis Island
FRIDAY, SEPT. 23
6th-7th grades
All-day ropes course
TUESDAY, SEPT. 27
8th grade parents meeting:
Transition to high school 7:30 a.m. Billingsley Hall
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 28
TIGER CLUB SOCIAL
7:00-9:00 p.m.
The Gardella home | | | |
| | | | | HOLY CHILD NEEDS YOU!
Our volunteer forms came home, and still we don't have many signed up. Remember, there truly is something for everyone, whether you can give a little or a lot, want to use your talents at home or at school. Click HERE to sign up online! Contact Mary Ellen Jorgensen about volunteer slots: mejorgensen@norcotech.com.
50th anniversary: Volunteers are needed for our 50th anniversary celebration. We need a volunteer to make a Home Depot run on Friday, September 30 to pick up mums. Are you the next Annie Leibovitz or Ansel Adams? If so, let us know if you can help us on October 2 by taking photos of our guests, or assisting with videos. Also, greeters are needed on Sunday, October 2, when our guests arrive and during the brunch to help gather groups for photos. Help with set up on Saturday? There will be plenty to do, and we can split up the tasks.
Library Assistants: Volunteers are needed for the library! Help shelve books, display materials, and process new acquisitions. Interested in scheduling some hours? Contact the librarian, Sarah Stonesifer, at sstonesifer@holychild.org. | | | |
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SANDWICHES FOR THE HOMELESS |
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Last week's top sandwich contributors were, in third place, Ms. Sutton's homeroom, TK; in 2nd place, Ms. Whitaker's homeroom, 12C, and topping them all: 11E, Madame Pilkerton's homeroom, with an average of 4.8 sandwiches per person. Join in on our thirty-year-old service tradition and make sandwiches for Martha's Table in Washington, DC. Each Friday, we gather hundreds (we hope) of meat, cheese and/or PB&J sandwiches (no condiments, please) for the homeless of our region. Make them at home (you can just put the individually wrapped sandwiches back in the bread bag) and deliver them to homeroom. Help the less fortunate!
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DID YOU MISS IT? |
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We will use this space to point you to articles of interest that staff have come across in local and national media. They will also be posted on the Parents Resources section of the website.
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