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March 25, 2021
A Message from the Principal
As we begin spring break and approach Palm Sunday and the Easter Triduum, I pray that you will take advantage of the opportunity to celebrate this most holy time of the church year. These past days of Lent, we have really focused on enriching our prayer life. Praying the stations of the Cross, connecting them to crosses we are asked to bear in life brings a solidarity to our faith and a richness to shared experiences. We look to the saints - particularly the martyrs - who dedicated their lives to God - sometimes to the point of death. Somehow, it makes our sacrifices seem not as hard and can actually lighten our burdens. My mom always said "Offer it up!" This takes on a new meaning during Lent and can help refocus our efforts.
We hope you have a wonderful Spring break. Please continue to be careful if visiting other locations. Our community has done an amazing job staying healthy and safe. It takes all of us - being mindful and wearing masks, washing hands and social distancing. We look forward to a fabulous fourth quarter, and a strong finish to the end of the school year!
Respectfully,
School News Kindergarten through grade 3 will have report cards sent home on Friday, April 9th. Grades 4-8 will be available for viewing on the Infinite Campus Parent Portal that same day. The HSA provided Spring Treats in the lounge for the staff this week. Thank you so much! They will hold their regular monthly meeting in the science lab on Monday, April 12th at 6:30 pm. We are making plans for a trip to Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center for grades 7 & 8 in the fall. There will be a Virtual Eagle Bluff informational meeting for parents of current 6th and 7th graders on Monday, April 19th. The presentation will be sent home for viewing at your convenience. Our Annual School Raffle will be held May 7th! Raffle tickets are coming home with your youngest child today! Instructions are included in the envelope. Tickets and money collected should be returned to school with your child as they are sold. Please return unsold tickets as well! Thank you for your efforts in making this year's raffle a huge success. Check out our current list of prize donations HERE. Don't forget we are still accepting donations if you have a prize in mind! Contact Micki Spors with questions: mspors@gmail.com (507)273-0929 Several families were having trouble ordering memory books online from Lifetouch earlier this week. This issue has been resolved and families are welcome to order online through March 29th. Here is the link https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/ and Yearbook ID Code: 13761921
System News Enjoy your spring break! If you travel, please see guidance from Olmsted County Public Health: Domestic Travel: Olmsted County Public Health does not currently require quarantine for travel within the U.S.; this includes domestic air travel. International Travel: OCPH advises you get tested 3-5 days after travel AND stay home and self-quarantine for 7 days after travel. - Even if you test negative, stay home and self-quarantine for the full 7 days. - If you test positive, stay home and isolate yourself to protect others. - If you don’t get tested, stay home and self-quarantine for 10 days after travel. The RCS community is invited to enjoy some great food while helping support the Lourdes High School Class of 2021 graduation celebration: On Sunday, April 11, Victoria’s Ristorante and Wine Bar at 7 First Avenue SW will donate 25% of sales all day. Dine-in or carry out. Please call when you arrive to pick up your order. A member of the Lourdes senior class will bring the food out to your car. Order online at order.victoriasmn.com On Thursday, April 15, Twigs Tavern and Grill at 401 6th Street SW will donate 15% of sales from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Dine in or carry out. Order online at twigstavernandgrille.com Rochester Catholic Schools is pleased to announce that Mrs. Heidi Cafarella has accepted the position of Director of Marketing and Communications. Mrs. Cafarella has worked in the RCS Central Office for the last three years supporting Lourdes Foundation, marketing, communications, development, and enrollment. Her background includes marketing and communications experience in higher education at St. Catherine University and the University of Maryland, as well as agency work with George Washington University. Mrs. Cafarella is excited to devote her time sharing the RCS stories of excellence, character, and community! Activities News For those track & field student-athletes in grades 7-8 who are in town over spring break, there will be practice at Soldier's Field beginning at 4:00 pm, Monday, March 29th through Thursday, April 1st, and also Monday, April 5th. Any questions please contact Coach Swanson at josiah_swanson@yahoo.com Emily plays many instruments in a number of ensembles. Emily plays flute/piccolo in concert band and is a section leader. She has been a part of Hi-Lighters for many years playing the bari sax. Emily played flute in marching band but also demonstrated her great leadership skills this year being a drum major. She is always organized and prepared for whatever music is thrown her way and is always striving to improve. Congratulations Emily! - Mr. O'Connell Girls Basketball Teammate of the Week-Liberty Leis Boys Hockey Teammate of the Week-Matthew Mahoney Girls Hockey Teammate of the Week-Layla Rippentrop The girls hockey team qualified for the State Tournament for the third straight year beating the #1 seed. They will play on Friday, March 26 at 11:00 am versus Warroad at the Xcel Center. Good Luck at State! Go EAGLES! Spring sports registration will open Monday, March 1. At this time, first day of practice will be Monday, March 29. As guidelines and protocols from MDH and MSHSL are determined they will be shared with families. Baseball Gr 9-12 - $345 A valid sports physical must be on file in the Activities Office prior to registering (email to activities@rcsmn.org). Click here to register. Registration for the RCS 2021 Clay Target Trap League is now open until March 29. (no exceptions) Our team is for any RCS participants in grades 7-12, and students are eligible to compete for a varsity letter. The Spring League season runs from March 30 -May 28, with a State Tournament (pandemic determined) in early June. For more information click here, or for questions contact DeLane Morris at Dmorr@charter.net or phone 507-269-3050. Calendar
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