Christ the King

January 13, 2010

Dear Parents,

This past weekend there was a Rutland Catholic Schools event that I attended called “Embrace Our Present”.  Once again, I got introduced to another layer of the community that I had not previously had the opportunity to meet.  The evening began with a Mass at the MSJ chapel and was filled with great news, students performing, and an overall general air of good feeling.  The gym looked beautiful, the food was wonderful, and the talent of all of the students showcased to the community just how fortunate we are to be Rutland Catholic Schools.

I had been asked to speak for a couple of minutes about the “Present” at CKS.  After meeting with Wayne Young, who was giving advice to our student speaker, I decided to take his words to heart.  He told the student not to be afraid and not to prepare any response, just speak from your heart and what you know to be true.  I decided that this was great advice.

In getting ready for the evening I had thought about all that I should acknowledge about what happens at Christ the King School and quickly realized that a few minutes was not going to be enough time to really share all that is great here, so I settled for what had happened that was special in the four days prior to this event.  In reflecting over those days, it became clearer to me what a special school we are all a part of.  Our students and staff are truly committed to our mission and what we know is best. It is not to say that there are not areas that need to be worked on.  Rather, I came to realize that those areas are being looked at and that we are making changes that will move us forward.  Together, we will create a school that will be a fit for us.  I understand that there are some who will not be satisfied, but am hopeful that they too can understand that a school is about a community mission, vision and need and not an individual’s desire.

Just so that you know, our students showed the genuine kindness and caring that I have learned to love by raising $150+ dollars for the orphanage in Africa and on a jeans day, where $200 would have been an amazing effort, CKS collected $614 for the Scaralia family.

I want to acknowledge and thank everyone for all that you do to continue to make Christ the King School a solid foundation for our children.  If we continue to work together we will achieve the success that we seek for our school.

Peace,

Carol H. Wincowski, Principal

On a side note, the talent of our students was just remarkable, from the singers to the servers to the speakers!  Great job to all of you!  You make us all proud!

Also, please visit our website and leave your thoughts and prayers for the Scaralia family by following the links on the homepage at  www.cksrutland.org

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News from Athletics:

All athletic registrations are now due.  No child will be allowed to play in the game until they are received. If you cannot locate your packet, they are available online or in the office.

Please be sure to check the website for practice and game schedules.

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“Jeans for Josh” – Friday, January 8^th and 15^th ** Students are being asked to wear jeans on these two days and pay $1.  MSJ is doing this as well and we are looking to see if we can get 100% participation!! The money collected will be donated to the Scaralia family. Also, if you are looking for another way to help, the family has suggested that gift cards from Price Chopper or gas cards would be greatly appreciated.  Monetary donations in the form of cash or checks (made payable to CKS) can be dropped off at the office. We are off to a fabulous start!!! What a tremendous outpouring of support!!

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Rutland Catholic Schools

Dance and Silent Auction

Saturday January 30, 2010 Knights of Columbus 7-11 pm.  Cash bar, appetizers, live band.

Silent auction, cash or check accepted.  Tickets are $10.00 per person and will be available in January at the MSJ and CKS main offices. Donations are accepted.

Any questions, please contact Paula Bizon at 558-7097

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Rutland Catholic Schools Mission Statement

Rutland Catholic Schools is committed to academic excellence, spiritual growth, service and community for all its students.

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Attention Parents and Friends:

The Berkshire Bank Foundation will be awarding $20,000.00 to non-profit organizations in the Bank’s regions of Berkshire County, the Pioneer Valley, southern Vermont and eastern New York where the Bank does business.  The public will vote for their favorite 501c3 tax exempt non-profit organization and those receiving the most votes in each of the Bank’s four regions will receive a grant of $5,000.00.  Rutland Catholic Schools qualifies!!

In order to vote:

1. Go to the Bank’s website at www.jointheexcitement.com
2. Click on “Help Us Give Away $20,000.”
3. Enter “Rutland Catholic Schools 127 Convent Ave. Rutland VT 05701
4. Fill in your personal information and then hit “submit”

The process takes only a minute or two!!

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Middle School Community Service Elective class is selling donuts and milk/juice for $2 on Friday, January 15^th to raise money for the Scaralia family.  If you do not have an order form and would like to order just send a note in with the money or call the office.  Again, thank you for your support!!!

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REMINDER TO STUDENTS AND PARENTS:

We are asking you to review the procedures and take care to follow them.

LET’S KEEP OUR CHILDREN SAFE!

DROP OFF AND PICK UP PROCEDURES

Please follow the instructions below for Drop Off and Pick Up of  your children to help us insure their safety.  We would appreciate your cooperation.

• •Have your child ready to exit your vehicle when you stop.
• •Enter the parking lot by driving down Killington Avenue in the right hand lane.
• •Go to the front of the drop off area, at the end of the fence, especially if you are first in line.  If you are in the middle of the line, please make every effort to have your child(ren) exit speedily.  Please stay in line and wait your turn patiently. Then park your car or leave the parking lot.
• •Students should wait for their parents or wait to cross at the safe island.
• •Cross Killington Avenue only in the designated crosswalk.
• •For pick up, park your car in a parking space to wait for your child.

Remember:

• •Do not park, drop off, or pick up students on Killington Avenue.
• •Do not enter the parking lot through Engrem Avenue.
• •Do not park at the Drop Off Zone to wait for your child to cross the street or to come from school.
• •Do not drive over the safety cones.
• •Do not pass on the right at any time.

We would prefer that you not use Spellman Terrace, but for those of you who do, please respect those property owners. Do not block driveways and do not park for extended periods of time.

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Thank you to everyone who already sent in the registration forms.  If you have not done so please try to return them tomorrow, January 14^th so that there is an accurate count for the meeting with Bishop Matano.

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CHESS CLUB: Meets on Wednesdays at 7:30 a.m. in the ELF room.  Everyone is welcome!!!

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Student Art work can be picked up on Curriculum Night

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Prayer for the New Year

The new year,

like a new born child,

is placed in our hands as the old year passes away.

The days and weeks to come are God’s gift; they carry God’s blessing.

As a blessing we welcome them.

Our hope for the year ending is that all that was good in it remain with us,

and all that was harmful be left behind.

Amen.