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Saint Paul School 250 James Street
Burlington, NJ 08016
Education for Tomorrow, Faith for a Lifetime. October 4, 2017
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From the Principal
Dear St. Paul School Families,
The weather has been great as the fall weather starts
to come in and the leaves change. Please be
reminded to make sure that you change the batteries
of your smoke detectors. October is Fire prevention
month. It is a good time to speak to your children
about safety issues.
It is also a good time to speak to them about what to
do if a stranger would want to speak to them.
Remember also that technology with all of its great
things that it can do for us also brings another level
of security that you need to discuss with your
sons/daughters.
There are some special events coming up next
week: On Thursday the Fire Department will be
coming to discuss fire prevention, our student
council and NJHS officers will be attending the
Bishop’s Catholic Schools Mass and we will be
hosting our Annual High School Fair that evening.
PTA Blingo will take place on Friday, October 13th
and don’t forget the Knights of Columbus
fundraising breakfast Saturday morning at
Applebee’s to benefit our school.
October is also the month of the rosary. Please take
time to say the rosary as a personal and family
devotion. On Friday, October 13, 2017 will be the
100th anniversary of the Miracle of the Sun at
Fatima.
The Miracle of the Sun an Eyewitness Account by
Dr. José Maria de Almeida Garrett, professor at
the Faculty of Sciences of Coimbra, Portugal
"It must have been 1:30 p.m. when there arose, at
the exact spot where the children were, a column of
smoke, thin, fine and bluish, which extended up to
perhaps two meters above their heads, and
evaporated at that height. This phenomenon,
perfectly visible to the naked eye, lasted for a few
seconds. Not having noted how long it had lasted, I
cannot say whether it was more or less than a
minute. The smoke dissipated abruptly, and after
some time, it came back to occur a second time,
then a third time.
"The sky, which had been overcast all day, suddenly
cleared; the rain stopped and it looked as if the sun
were about to fill with light the countryside that the
wintery morning had made so gloomy. I was
looking at the spot of the apparitions in a serene, if
cold, expectation of something happening and with
diminishing curiosity because a long time had
passed without anything to excite my attention. The
sun, a few moments before, had broken through the
thick layer of clouds which hid it and now shone
clearly and intensely.
"Suddenly I heard the uproar of thousands of
voices, and I saw the whole multitude spread out in
that vast space at my feet...turn their backs to that
spot where, until then, all their expectations had
been focused, and look at the sun on the other side. I
turned around, too, toward the point commanding
their gaze and I could see the sun, like a very clear
disc, with its sharp edge, which gleamed without
hurting the sight. It could not be confused with the
sun seen through a fog (there was no fog at that
moment), for it was neither veiled nor dim. At
Fatima, it kept its light and heat, and stood out
clearly in the sky, with a sharp edge, like a large
gaming table. The most astonishing thing was to be
able to stare at the solar disc for a long time,
brilliant with light and heat, without hurting the
eyes or damaging the retina. [During this time], the
sun's disc did not remain immobile, it had a giddy
motion, [but] not like the twinkling of a star in all
its brilliance for it spun round upon itself in a mad
whirl.
"During the solar phenomenon, which I have just
described, there were also changes of color in the
atmosphere. Looking at the sun, I noticed that
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everything was becoming darkened. I looked first at
the nearest objects and then extended my glance
further afield as far as the horizon. I saw everything
had assumed an amethyst color. Objects around me,
the sky and the atmosphere, were of the same color.
Everything both near and far had changed, taking on
the color of old yellow damask. People looked as if
they were suffering from jaundice and I recall a
sensation of amusement at seeing them look so ugly
and unattractive. My own hand was the same color.
"Then, suddenly, one heard a clamor, a cry of
anguish breaking from all the people. The sun,
whirling wildly, seemed all at once to loosen itself
from the firmament and, blood red, advance
threateningly upon the earth as if to crush us with its
huge and fiery weight. The sensation during those
moments was truly terrible.
"All the phenomena which I have described were
observed by me in a calm and serene state of mind
without any emotional disturbance. It is for others to
interpret and explain them. Finally, I must declare
that never, before or after October 13 [1917], have I
observed similar atmospheric or solar phenomena."
http://www.fatima.org/essentials/facts/miracle.asp
Professor Almeida Garrett's full account may be
found in Novos Documentos de Fatima (Loyala
editions, San Paulo, 1984)
God Bless,
Deacon Joseph Rafferty
Principal
Emergency Contact Cards were sent home to each family today. We ask that each family complete and return both cards by Tuesday, October 10th. Thank you for your attention to this request.
Parent Teacher Conferences will be held on Wednesday, October 18th and Thursday, October 19th. Please use the links below to sign up. Mrs. Stankiewicz will also be sending an email with the links as well. Elementary School Teachers: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0c4aafae2ea2fa7-elementary2 Middle School Teachers: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0c4aafae2ea2fa7-middle2 Enrichment Teachers: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0c4aafae2ea2fa7-enrichment1
Saint Paul High School Fair is next Thursday, October 12th from 6:00- 8:00 pm. We have 17 different high schools from our area all at one event! It’s a great opportunity for parents and students to get information without having to travel all over. Students from all grades are welcome to attend! Check out the flyer in today’s Weekly News for more information. Look forward to seeing you there! Middle School STREAM ATP will start next Tuesday, October 10th. A huge thank you to our PTA for your assistance with funding this program!
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Pretzels will be on sale this Friday morning,
October 6, $1.00 each. Bags are available for
multiple purchase to save for later or bring home.
Please join us at 8:45am for our First Friday Mass on October 6th. Father Chris, Father Michael and Deacon Joe will be celebrating the Mass. Immediately following, the 2017-2018 Student Council will be installed!
Reminder! School will be closed on Monday, October 9
in observation of Columbus Day!
In the News… NJHS will start tutoring next Wednesday,
October 11th from 3:15- 4:00 pm. If you
would like to sign up please do so in Mrs.
Krieger’s office by lunchtime on Tuesday.
Please see the flyer in today’s Weekly
News for more details.
Sacramental Preparation for 2nd Grade Students
All meetings take place in Saint Paul School’s cafeteria
2nd Grade First Reconciliation and First Communion Parent Meeting Tuesday, November 14 at 6:00 pm. All 2nd grade parents are asked to attend. This is the only meeting for the 2nd grade sacraments, so please make every effort. Our information handbook will be distributed during the meeting.
Pretzel Sale
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Sacramental Preparation for 8th Grade Students
All meetings take place in Saint Paul School’s cafeteria
8th Grade Confirmation Meeting: Monday, October 16 (6:10 – 7:10 pm) or Wednesday, October 18 (6:00-7:00 pm). SPS students & parents may attend whichever evening is more convenient for them. Confirmation packets will be distributed at the meeting. 8th Grade Confirmation Rite of Commitment Mass: 8th grade Confirmation Candidates are invited to attend the 12 Noon Mass at All Saints Church on Sunday, October 22.
Student Council – In the News
Installation Ceremony Our 2017 – 2018 Student Council will be installed on this Friday, October 6, immediately following First Friday Mass.
Fun Shoe Friday Student Council will be sponsoring a "Fun Shoe Friday" on Friday, October 20th. Students can wear any (safe) shoe to school for a $2.00 donation. $2 will be collected in homeroom and should be sent into school by Thursday, October 19th.
Yankee Candle Sale Student Council is selling Yankee Candles – On Sale Now! The sale will run until October 17. You may place an order by contacting a Student Council member, emailing Mrs. Graf at [email protected] or follow the link below to place an order online: https://www.yankeecandlefundraising.com/store.htm
Enter the Group number 990069025 and start shopping!
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St. Paul School Robotics Club
2017-2018
Robotics Club will begin on Tuesday, October 10th
and meet each Tuesday from 3:00-4:30pm.
Students must be in grades 5-8. The club will be
offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Please
see the sign-up flyer in today’s Weekly News.
St. Paul School Yearbook Club
Yearbook Club will begin on Monday, October 23
and meet on select Mondays from 3:15-4:15pm.
Students must be in grades 6-8. The club will be
offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Please
see the flyer in today’s Weekly News for meeting
dates and signup form.
Crafty Kids Club will begin on Friday, October 20,
3-4pm. Future club dates will be held once a month
on Fridays. Students must be in grades 1st and 2nd.
The club will be offered on a first-come, first-served
basis. Please see the flyer in today’s Weekly
News for meeting dates and signup form.
Scrip Program
Please come see us at the Scrip table Friday in the
cafeteria from 8-9:30am or 3-4:30pm to shop for a
good cause! We will have a full table of gift cards
for purchase and every purchase goes toward a
tuition reduction!
Note: We are looking for a volunteer to help at the
morning shift (8-9:30am) every other Friday
starting after Christmas. It will serve as fulfilling
your volunteer duty towards St. Paul's. If interested,
please contact Sue Turpin at
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PTA News
Orders may be turned in for our annual Magazine
Drive and Cookie Sale fundraiser! This is a great
way to renew any subscriptions you already have or
to try something new. Ask your friends and family
too – It’s great for everyone!
S.O.S. Homeroom Liaisons
Needed Grades 6th, 7th
& 8th
PTA is still looking for volunteers for Homeroom Liaisons! If this role is not filled, the following homerooms may not have class parties or attend dances this school year: 6th, 7th, and 8th. Please consider helping so your children can continue to enjoy the fun celebrations to which they are accustomed. Remember, the role of PTA Liaison can be shared by multiple people. So, ask a friend to join you, and have some fun!
Please see the sign up flyer in today’s Weekly News.
Fall Blingo! Blingo! will be held on Friday, October
13th. The doors will open at 5:30 pm and games will begin at 7:00pm. Tickets are on sale now! $35 each which will include 4
boards for each game (12 games in all) and light fare appetizers. Get your tickets in
early - Always a good time and sell-out crowd! Must be 21 or older to attend. Please see flyer for more information
and to order tickets under today’s Weekly News.
Murder Mystery Dessert & Show! Will be held on Friday October 27th. The doors will
open at 6:45 PM and show will begin at 7:30 PM.
Come join us for a night of laughs, fun, mystery and
murder. The Murder Mystery Company has paired
up with St. Paul School to put on a production that
will be sure to be an event you won't want to miss.
You will attend the Billionaires Club Masquerade
Ball and help get the soiree back on track by solving
the crime before the masked menace gets away.
Tickets are on sale now! $30.00 each which will
include coffee, tea, water, dessert as well as the
show! Must be 21 or older to attend. Please see
flyer for more information and to order tickets
under today’s Weekly News.
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RSVP for our annual Fall Festival, Saturday October 28th 1pm to 3pm. There will be fun activities for everyone including wagon hayrides, a visit to our "pumpkin patch", crafts, games, Home Depot Station and more! Bring an item for our community tailgate and come spend the afternoon enjoying this fun day. Fall Festival is free for all attendees. It will help our committee plan if we know how many to expect, so please RSVP to this event. Please see our flyer in today’s Weekly News to RSVP.
TRUNK OR TREAT VOLUNTEERS We are looking for volunteers to decorate their car at our annual Trunk or Treat. It's a Halloween themed event where cars are decorated in the school parking lot and children "Trunk or Treat" from car to car. There will be allergy friendly options for the children as well. If you are interested in decorating you vehicle, please see our flyer in today's Weekly News for more infomation.
MANY HANDS MAKE LIGHT WORK
PTA is always seeking new faces to join in on the fun of offering great events for our school and our students. This is not a private group, you do not have to be asked to join - just jump right in. Attached are ways you can be a part of the fun which includes coming out to the meetings, providing necessary items for events or lending a hand when you can. Please see our flyer/sign-up form in today’s Weekly News to be a part of a great group of extended family, the St. Paul School Family - WE ARE ST. PAUL STRONG TOGETHER! For questions or more information please contact Stacy [email protected] or [email protected].
Crossing Guards Needed! We are looking for parents to assist as crossing guards for the morning drop-off on Thursdays from 7:40-8:10am. This would count as your service duty. If you are available and interested, please contact Mrs. Stankiewicz in the main office, 609-386-1645 or [email protected].
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Volunteers Needed! We are in need of additional help in the lunch room on Thursdays and Fridays from 12:00 to 1:00pm each day. This would count as your service duty. If you are able to assist, please contact Mrs. Stankiewicz in the main office, 609-386-1645 or at [email protected].
Basketball Sign-Ups Students (boys and girls) are invited to play
basketball for Saint Paul School. All necessary
registration forms can be downloaded from the
school website www.stpaulbrl.org (under the
Student Athletics tab). All forms must be returned
to school with the registration fee by Friday,
October 20, 2017. Please see the sign-up form in
today’s Weekly News.
FLAPJACK BREAKFAST BUFFET
The Knights of Columbus Burlington Council 589
once again will host a Flapjack Breakfast Buffet for
the benefit of St. Paul School on October 14, 2017.
Location: Applebee’s
2018 Burlington-Mt Holly Rd
Westampton, NJ 08060
Time: 8am to 10am
Cost $8.50 per ticket - Must be paid by October 6
Seating is limited and tickets will not be sold at the
door. Tickets requests can be sent in to school to
the attention of Mrs.Stankiewicz. Please make
checks payable to:
Knights of Columbus Burlington 589.
We are very appreciative to the Knights for this
generous fundraiser to benefit Saint Paul School!
Please see the flyer in today’s Weekly News for
more information.
STREAM Middle School STREAM ATP will start next Tuesday, October 10th. A huge thank you to our PTA for your assistance with funding this program!
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STREAM Sponsors
We cannot thank enough our program’s sponsors: Saint Paul PTA and Unlimited Comfort Heating and Cooling:
SPS Bingo Come out this this Sunday, 10/8/17, for family bingo! Early bird starts at 6:50 pm. Regular games begin at 7 pm. Bring a friend and enjoy the evening. Good luck! If you or someone you know would like to sponsor our weekly Bingo, please contact Matt at 609-744-9805.
Join the Cub Scouts – Pack 685 All boys in Grades K-5 are invited to Pack 685’s
Open House on Wednesday, October 4 at 6:30pm at
the Presbyterian Church of Burlington, 300 Mill Rd.
Contact Thomas Jones at 609-387-7315 of
[email protected]. Please see attached flyer
in today’s Weekly News.
Picture Make-ups & Re-takes Reminder Lifetouch will be here on Thursday, November 9th to take pictures of students that were absent on picture day, any new students or students that need their picture re-taken. For re-takes, students must return the complete picture package that was sent home after the first picture day. For a picture order form, please contact Mrs. Stankiewicz in the main office, 609-386-1645 or [email protected]
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Looking Ahead…
Wednesday October 4: 8th grade visit to Paul VI
Friday, October 6: 8:45am First Friday Mass
Student Council Officers and
Representatives will be installed immedi-
ately following Mass
Monday, October 9: No School, Observance of
Columbus Day
Thursday, October 12: Fire Prevention Assembly -
Grades PK-4, 9:00 am
Annual High School Fair held at Saint
Paul School, 6 – 8pm.
Friday, October 13: Fall BLINGO! 6:30pm
Saturday October 14: Knights of Columbus
Flapjack Breakfast Buffet, Applebee’s, 8am – 10am
Monday, October 16: 8th
Grade Confirmation
Meeting, 6:10 – 7:10 pm
Tuesday, October 17: Yankee Candle Fundraiser
orders due
Student Council All Meeting 3:15pm
Wednesday, October 18: 12:15 pm Dismissal
8th
Grade Confirmation Meeting, 6-7 pm
Parent Teacher Conferences
Friday, October 20: You and Me Playtime, 9-10am
Wednesday, October 25: NJHS Meeting, 3:15pm
Saturday, October 28: Fall Festival, 1-3pm
Tuesday, October 31: Halloween Walk-a-Thon