This very popular event for parents of new Kindergarteners was very successful and had a great turnout. Thanks to those that helped make it so.

The new uniform policy resulted in a less-than-usual amount of used uniforms, so the sale was not as successful as in years past. The next sale this spring should be great!

Faculty Luncheon

Mary Vacca chaired the faculty luncheon on September 7. Mary was inspired by the Olympic Games and chose an Olympic theme. Thanks to everyone who donated the delicious food; it was enjoyed by all.

Jim Reece, MOSPAA member, has been activated to serve in the US Military. We send our prayers with him for speedy and safe return. If you have a member of your family serving in the military, please let us know.

Faculty Lounge The faculty lounge is now nearly complete. A group of parents cleaned, painted, renovated, and decorated the lounge. The lounge had never had a facelift and was very dull and outdated. Laurie D’Arpino has been instrumental in getting this project funded and many thanks go out to her. This project would not have been possible without the donations Laurie acquired from the following:

Chase Pitkins/Mike Zillioux cabinets/countertop

Signature Homes, finishing of cabinets

Raymour & Flanigan and Mike Chaba, a leather couch

Jerry and Marianne Mallaber, grandparents of Lauren and Miranda Potter, wicker furniture set

Wieme family, a sink and faucet (which is awaiting installation provided the water pipes comply. If you are or know a plumber who would like to donate their time, please contact Mr. Zalacca)

Many thanks to Jeanine Noto; Ellen, Hannah, and Sara Padulo; Cindy, Chuck and Ashley Salsedo; Mark, Nicol, and Nicolas Wieme; Laurie and Marissa D’Arpino; and MaryEllen Hart-Predmore, for the painting, cleaning, and decorative wall treatments. Mark Wieme for hanging the cabinets and blinds. And thanks to MaryEllen Hart-Predmore, Carol Gutmann, and the maintenance staff for letting everyone in and out during the summer.

Magazine Drive Our most profitable fundraiser begins September 14. Information packets were sent home with students. This fundraiser is dedicated for capital improvements in the school. Coordinator: Patty Rowland 392.6085.

Bob Vogt, MOS school custodian, is retiring after 20+ years of dedicated service. The Men’s Club will host a retirement reception for Bob Vogt on Sunday, September 19, 2 - 4 pm in the Church Hall. All are welcome.

Cookbooks Our Mother of Sorrows Cookbooks are again available. These have made great gifts and Christmas is coming up soon. Purchase yours today by calling the school office. Purchase an extra copy to give to your favorite chef for Christmas! Proceeds are dedicated to playground renovations.

Passport Club This educational activity was such a success last year that we’re doing it again. Box Tops for Education funded this project. Thanks to Dawn Gilmore for all her hard work. Be sure to turn in your family’s box tops.

Ice Cream Social/Open House

This family event showing off our school is scheduled for September 23. If you would like to volunteer for this event, please call Lori Chaba 227.8296.

MOSPAA meeting

Thursday, October 28, 7 pm, Church Hall.

Fall Craft Show

Looking to help out for a short-term project? Tracy Weismann, Chair for the Fall Craft show, is looking for someone to take care of advertising for this anticipated event. If you would like to contribute your time please call Tracy at 720.0706.

A fun family event. Call Lori Chaba 227.8296 if you are available to volunteer.

MOSPAA meeting

Thursday, November 18. This meeting will be held in the Blue Room in the Kindergarten building.

Santa’s Secret Shop

November 29 - December 1. If you can assist call Dawn Gilmore 663.5289 or Barb Leary 227.6907.

This event is scheduled for January 29. If you would like to chair this event, please call Kim Hart 865.8437.

Family Bingo Night is the sole source of funding for the Emergency Tuition Assistance Fund. This fund is strictly for families that have had a sudden change in their economic situation. Mr. Zalacca oversees this fund on a case-by-case basis.

Samuel Zalacca, Principal ~ 663.1100

Fr. Alex Bradshaw, Pastor ~ 663.5432

Kim Hart, Chair ~ 865.8437

Ellen Padulo, Vice-Chair ~ 368.9267

Dawn Gilmore, Vice-Chair ~ 663.5289

MaryBeth Nally, Finance Chair ~ 723.1128

Linda Miano, Vice-Chair

Nicol Wieme, Communications Chair ~ 723.5878

Roman Nowosiadlo, Fundraising Chair ~ 865.8934

Janine Noto, Extra-curricular Chair ~ 723.8480

Mary Vito, Vice-Chair ~ 723.1171

Academic Excellence Chair & Vice Chair

Social Chair & Vice Chair

Communications Vice Chair

Fundraising Vice Chair

Beginning Balance $23,071.20

Deposits 56.08

Disbursements 290.02

Ending Balance (July 2004) $22,837.26