January 29 – February 5, 2012 St. Agnes School • Vermillion, SD 2011-2012 Enrollment: 149 Students (Grades Preschool-5th) FACULTY & STAFF 4th and 5th graders at St. Agnes collaborate together on choosing a layout design for the school newspaper, “Agnes Action.” Preschoolers learn about cooperation while building this tall tower. 2012 Schedule Friday, January 27, 2012 • Bake Sale for the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of South Dakota. It will take place after 9:00 a.m. Mass in the church and in the school gym from 10:00 a.m. until all items are sold. Kindergarten students enjoy working in small groups during handson math activities. Mission Statement: The mission of St. Agnes School is to provide a Christ centered, compassionate community in which to educate our children’s minds, hearts and spirits. Pastor ............................................Father John Fischer Principal ...................................................Darla Hamm School Secretary..............................Susan Rasmussen Preschool Teacher .....................................Angela Haas Kindergarten ...........................................Kathy Crowley First Grade...............................................Carrie Roerig Second Grade ........................................Kerry Koppang Third Grade................................................Jayne Taylor Fourth Grade ..........................................Kelly Herbster Fifth Grade...............................................Kris Gregoire Physical Education ......................................Josh Green Librarian/Computer .................................Tammy Neilan School Guidance Counselor ......................Allison Walsh Music .........................................................Carol Koch Childcare Director...................................Becky Thomas Educational Assistant..................................Judy Suess Educational Assistant .......................Meghan McDonald Educational Assistant................................Pam Hofman Custodian .................................................Mary Hamm Sunday, January 29, 2012 “Faith. Academics. Service: In Our Parish” • Please join us in our celebration of Catholic Schools Week in our parish by attending our 10:30 a.m. All-School Mass. Kindergarten-fifth grade students will participate in the liturgy. • The Ham Dinner will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the school auditorium. Meal Tickets are $7 adults, $4 students, 5 years and under eat free. Tickets are available at the door. • The bidding for our Time, Talent & Treasure Silent Auction will begin on Thursday, January 26th, and will conclude on Sunday, January 29th, at 12:30 p.m. The verbal auction will begin at 12:00 noon. We will be auctioning many great goods and services from the parishioners and parents. If you’d like to donate an item for our silent auction, please drop donations off by Wednesday afternoon, January 25th. Monday, January 30, 2012 “Faith. Academics. Service: In Our Community” • Cuddle Up & Read Day – Wear pajamas, bring slippers, a pillow, and your favorite stuffed animal • Morning Gathering – We will do a morning gathering in the gym each day at 8:35 a.m. We will say prayers, do a flag salute, and sing a song or two. • Read in the gym with Buddies 10:40-11:00 a.m. • During the week each classroom will be participating in different service projects for our school and community. Tuesday, January 31, 2012 “Faith. Academics. Service: In Our Students” • Sports Day – Support your favorite team by wearing sports gear. • Family Picnic at 12:00 p.m. – Families are invited to come in and eat a picnic lunch with us. • Thank you presentation for Father John. • Student Talent Show at 12:30 p.m., following lunch, in the gym. Wednesday, Febraury 1, 2012 “Faith. Academics. Service: In Our Nation” • Mismatched Day – Wear as many mismatched clothes as you can today • Patriotic Living Rosary (8:35 a.m.) – You may bring your rosaries (K-5) St. Agnes 3rd Grade Field Trip to the Vermillion Airport The first grade class enjoyed a fall visit to the Outdoor Campus in Sioux Falls. • Collection Day – Students may bring in a collection to display. Parents and the community are welcome to view the collections between 12:45-2:15 p.m. in the school gym. Thursday, February 2, 2012 “Faith. Academics. Service: In Our Vocations” • Spirit Day – Wear St. Agnes shirts today, with your choice of pants • Prayer Service with Bishop Swain at 11:00 a.m. in the Church to celebrate “The Presentation of Our Lord.” Everyone is invited to attend. • Doughnut Drive-thru after our morning gathering. Friday, February 3, 2012 “Faith. Academics. Service: In Our Faculty, Staff & Volunteers” • Celebrate Mass with Bishop Swain and the Sioux Falls Catholic Schools at the Elmen Center on the campus of Augustana College in Sioux Falls at 10:00 a.m. • Dance and snacks in the gym from 2:00-3:00 p.m. The second grade class learned a new game during their “Up With People” visit in September. 1122 W. Main, Vermillion, SD • 605-624-3814 #3734 1207 Princeton St. Vermillion, SD (605) 624-0215 Wagner, Kuntz & Grabouski 825 N. Norbeck 14 E. Main St. Vermillion, SD Vermillion 624-5407 605-624-5550 905 E. Cherry • Vermillion M.T. & R.C. SMITH INSURANCE AUTO PARTS 900 W. Cherry • Vermillion, SD 605-624-3560 800-658-3383 Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm Sat 8am-2pm sturdevants.com Dental Excellence For Children & Adults MATTHEW R. KNUTSON, DDS RICHARD L. 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