Principal's Corner

November 1, 2019

How fortunate are we to have had such mild temperatures for the beginning weeks of autumn! Up to now, our students have been comfortable wearing the spring/summer uniform. However, weather forecasts indicate lower temperatures are on the way. Therefore, starting this Monday, November 4^th, all students are required to wear the winter uniform. Uniform requirements can be found on pp. 9-10 of the Parent Student Handbook.   https://www.saintandrewschool.com/parent-student-handbook

The month of November begins and ends with some very special feast days. Today, the Feast of All Saints, calls to mind those who have been recognized for their love and dedication to our God. Tomorrow, is the Feast of All Souls; on this day we pray especially for those who have passed from this life and are awaiting their heavenly reward. On Monday, November 4^th, the school community will gather for holy Mass in celebration of St. Charles Borromeo, patron of our neighboring parish whose children we serve. On November 30^th, we celebrate the Feast of St. Andrew, our patron. Scripture tells us that Andrew was the first to be called by our Lord to follow Him. Thankfully, Andrew heeded the call and brought many more to know and love the Lord!

November also encompasses the celebration of Thanksgiving. This secular holiday in the United States recalls the coming together of Native Americans and Pilgrims new to the land. Tradition tells us the two groups came together to give thanks to the Creator for the bounty they received. We look forward to our Kindergarten and First Grade re-enactments of this great time on Monday, November 25^th. School will be closed on Thanksgiving Day and the following Friday so that all are able to share this time with family and friends. Mass is celebrated at St. Andrew the Apostle Church at 9:00 on Thanksgiving Day. All are welcome to join in the celebration!

Other dates of note for the month of November include:

• November 8—Parent Surveys for the Middle States Study will close.
• November 8—Designer Bag Bingo
• November 13-15---Scholastic Book Fair; Family Night at the Book Fair on 11/14
• November 17-22----Discover Catholic Schools Week & Parent Conferences
• November 20---Pilgrimage to St. John Neumann Shrine for Grades 5-8--
• November 28-29---School is closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday

On behalf of the faculty of Saint Andrew School, I thank you for entrusting us with your child. Please be assured of our best interest in the human and spiritual growth of each individual in our care. Together we build the culture of Life and civilization of Love that God intended for us.

Peace and all Good,

Helen McLean, Ed. D.
Principal