Dear Parents and Students:
Please join us at Double Dave's tonight (please see flyer below)! The restaurant is giving us 15% of all purchases (dine in, carry out, or delivery within their range). Proceeds with benefit our Concordia Field Day trip in April and the youth of St. Paul Lutheran Church.
Dress rehearsal for the Christmas program is Tuesday at 8:30 A.M. Please wear the clothing that Mrs. Drefs has asked you to wear. This is an important rehearsal and provides an excellent opportunity for pictures.
Please join us on Wednesday at 9:00 A.M. for the final chapel of the year. Eighth grade students have done a wonderful job serving their chapel buddies. Students have also been great readers, helped with sound, and PowerPoint. We will continue this when we return in January!
We are doing a gift exchange on Thursday, December 16 as most students will be in attendance that day. Boys should bring a boy gift and girls should bring a girl gift. Please sign your name in the "from" label; indicate "boy" or "girl" in the "to" label. The gift should be valued between $5 and $10.
Our Christmas Program is Thursday at 7:00 P.M. The children have been working hard and it is showing during the rehearsals. We look forward to seeing you at the program!
We are having a classroom Christmas party on December 17. We will early dismissal that day at 11:00 A.M. Students need to bring $1.30 for their breakfast kolache. Mrs. Rosalez has graciously offered to pick up breakfast that morning. Thank you to everyone that is bringing complimentary items such as juice, cookies, candy, music, movies, etc. If you are interested in assisting (i.e. serving, facilitating, attending) with this event, please let me know.
Winterfest is scheduled for Saturday, February 19, 12:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. Our class is being asked to help in three ways: provide a game for the event, construct a theme basket, and to create a craft. Please contact me with your ideas so that we can get our choices. Thank you for your assistance with these projects.
Please support our chapel project for the final time this month through raising funds for Casita Benjamin. Children in Guatemala are being provided with food thanks to our generous efforts.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Upcoming Events
Double Dave's - Mon., 12/13, 5:00 P.M.-10:00 P.M.
Christmas Pageant - Thurs., 12/16, 7:00 P.M.
Early Dismissal - Fri., 12/17, 11:00 A.M.
In His Name,
Jesus T. Pena, M.Ed.
Eighth Grade Teacher
8thgrade@stpaulmcallen.org
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Double Dave's
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| Please support us as we raise money for the Concordia Field Trip and the youth of St. Paul. |
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Newsletter - December 6, 2010
Dear Parents and Students:
The Bingo Social at St. Paul Lutheran Church and School on Sunday was fun! There were opportunities for great fellowship, wonderful food tasting, and excellent prizes. Thank you to everyone that helped with the event.
Please join us on Wednesday for the Christmas Feast. This is a great opportunity to have lunch with your child and enjoy a scrumptious meal. We plan to have our eighth grade assist in serving, so your child may join you afterwards for the meal. We hope to see you there!
We would like to have a classroom Christmas party on December 17. We will have chapel and early dismissal that day. If you are interested in assisting with this event, please let me know. We are planning to do a gift exchange on Thursday, December 16 as most students will be in attendance that day. Boys should bring a boy gift and girls should bring a girl gift. Please sign your name in the "from" label; indicate "boy" or "girl" in the "to" label. The gift should be valued between $5 and $10.
A Bible Study exam is scheduled for Friday, December 10. There will be more details from Pastor Otten and Vicar Burke soon. Please prepare accordingly.
Please support our chapel project for the month of November through raising funds for Casita Benjamin. Children in Guatemala are being provided with food thanks to our generous efforts.
Please join us for chapel Advent service this Wednesday at 9:00 A.M.
Upcoming Events
Washington D.C. Trip Meeting - Mon., 12/6, 3:40 P.M., 8th grade classroom
Winterfest Meeting - Wed., 12/8, 2 P.M.
In His Name,
Jesus T. Pena, M.Ed.
Eighth Grade Teacher
8thgrade@stpaulmcallen.org
The Bingo Social at St. Paul Lutheran Church and School on Sunday was fun! There were opportunities for great fellowship, wonderful food tasting, and excellent prizes. Thank you to everyone that helped with the event.
Please join us on Wednesday for the Christmas Feast. This is a great opportunity to have lunch with your child and enjoy a scrumptious meal. We plan to have our eighth grade assist in serving, so your child may join you afterwards for the meal. We hope to see you there!
We would like to have a classroom Christmas party on December 17. We will have chapel and early dismissal that day. If you are interested in assisting with this event, please let me know. We are planning to do a gift exchange on Thursday, December 16 as most students will be in attendance that day. Boys should bring a boy gift and girls should bring a girl gift. Please sign your name in the "from" label; indicate "boy" or "girl" in the "to" label. The gift should be valued between $5 and $10.
A Bible Study exam is scheduled for Friday, December 10. There will be more details from Pastor Otten and Vicar Burke soon. Please prepare accordingly.
Please support our chapel project for the month of November through raising funds for Casita Benjamin. Children in Guatemala are being provided with food thanks to our generous efforts.
Please join us for chapel Advent service this Wednesday at 9:00 A.M.
Upcoming Events
Washington D.C. Trip Meeting - Mon., 12/6, 3:40 P.M., 8th grade classroom
Winterfest Meeting - Wed., 12/8, 2 P.M.
In His Name,
Jesus T. Pena, M.Ed.
Eighth Grade Teacher
8thgrade@stpaulmcallen.org
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Newsletter - November 29, 2010
Dear Parents and Students:
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday with their family and friends. There are three weeks left until the end of the quarter, so students should stay focused on their academics. Many events are also taking place during this time such as the Candlelight Posada (see previous newsletter) and Christmas Pageant.
The theme for the month of December is FREE TO GIVE! The theme is derived from John 3:16; "For God so loved the world, that He GAVE His only-begotten Son, that whoever believed on Him will have everlasting life!" Please join us for chapel Advent service beginning this Wednesday at 9:00 A.M
Please attend the Bingo Social at St. Paul Lutheran Church and School (Fellowship Hall) on Sunday, December 5 at 12:30 P.M. There will be fabulous prizes, homemade foods, beverages, and treats available. Seating is limited; for reservations and tickets call 683-9676. There is a $10 donation to benefit staff and students for Concordia Field Day.
We would like to have a classroom Christmas party on December 17. We will have chapel and early dismissal that day. If you are interested in assisting with this event, please let me know.
Upcoming Events
Basketball Home Games - Tues., 11/30
Winterfest Meeting - Wed., 12/1, 2:00 P.M.
Candlelight Posada - Fri. & Sat., 12/3 & 12/4, 5-10 P.M., Archer Park in Downtown McAllen
Bingo Social - Sun., 12/5, 12:30 P.M., St. Paul Lutheran Church & School (Fellowship Hall)
Washington D.C. Trip Meeting - Mon., 12/6, 4:00 P.M., 8th grade classroom
In His Name,
Jesus T. Pena, M.Ed.
Eighth Grade Teacher
8thgrade@stpaulmcallen.org
I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday with their family and friends. There are three weeks left until the end of the quarter, so students should stay focused on their academics. Many events are also taking place during this time such as the Candlelight Posada (see previous newsletter) and Christmas Pageant.
The theme for the month of December is FREE TO GIVE! The theme is derived from John 3:16; "For God so loved the world, that He GAVE His only-begotten Son, that whoever believed on Him will have everlasting life!" Please join us for chapel Advent service beginning this Wednesday at 9:00 A.M
We would like to have a classroom Christmas party on December 17. We will have chapel and early dismissal that day. If you are interested in assisting with this event, please let me know.
Upcoming Events
Basketball Home Games - Tues., 11/30
Winterfest Meeting - Wed., 12/1, 2:00 P.M.
Candlelight Posada - Fri. & Sat., 12/3 & 12/4, 5-10 P.M., Archer Park in Downtown McAllen
Bingo Social - Sun., 12/5, 12:30 P.M., St. Paul Lutheran Church & School (Fellowship Hall)
Washington D.C. Trip Meeting - Mon., 12/6, 4:00 P.M., 8th grade classroom
In His Name,
Jesus T. Pena, M.Ed.
Eighth Grade Teacher
8thgrade@stpaulmcallen.org
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Newsletter - November 15, 2010
Dear Parents and Students:
The Manhattan Piano Trio was excellent! We are so thankful that we were able to watch these talented musicians perform. The eighth grade class was privileged to take a picture with the performers. I hope to post this picture soon for all to enjoy.
Thank you for attending our Thanksgiving Feast. The eighth graders did a great job serving their fellow students and other visitors. This class continues to be a collection of wonderful role models for our younger students!
The Mid-Quarter has concluded and Mid-Quarter reports will be distributed on Wednesday, November 17. Please compare your child's progress to the first quarter, so that timely adjustments can be made. As always, feel free to contact me with any questions. I appreciate the great communication with the eighth grade families.
The City of McAllen will be holding its annual Candlelight Posada (a celebration of the Nativity of Jesus Christ) on Friday and Saturday nights December 3 and 4 in Archer Park, Downtown McAllen. St. Paul Lutheran School will be sponsoring a booth in the Little Town Child area from 5-10 P.M. each night. We are in need of volunteers to assist children in craft projects for 1 1/2 hour shifts each night. Children will be making simple projects, with materials provided by the school and volunteers are able work with school staff members attending to share school promotional items with the parents and children. A sign-up for this will come home with the next Eagle Express on November 29. We are also in need of yarn and beads (any spare yarns of any lengths and colors) for the children’s projects. Yarn may be dropped off in the school office any time. Thank you for your continued support.
Please support our chapel project for the month of November through raising funds for Casita Benjamin. Children in Guatemala are being provided with food thanks to our generous efforts.
Have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Upcoming Events
Basketball Home Games - Tues., 11/16
Flu Shots - Thurs. 11/18
Early Dismissal - Fri., 11/19, 11:00 A.M.
Spirit Day/Activity Shirt & Jeans - Fri., 11/19
Thanksgiving Break (No Classes) - 11/22 - 11/26
Washington D.C. Trip Meeting - Mon., 12/6, 4:00 P.M., 8th grade classroom
In His Name,
Jesus T. Pena, M.Ed.
Eighth Grade Teacher
8thgrade@stpaulmcallen.org
The Manhattan Piano Trio was excellent! We are so thankful that we were able to watch these talented musicians perform. The eighth grade class was privileged to take a picture with the performers. I hope to post this picture soon for all to enjoy.
Thank you for attending our Thanksgiving Feast. The eighth graders did a great job serving their fellow students and other visitors. This class continues to be a collection of wonderful role models for our younger students!
The Mid-Quarter has concluded and Mid-Quarter reports will be distributed on Wednesday, November 17. Please compare your child's progress to the first quarter, so that timely adjustments can be made. As always, feel free to contact me with any questions. I appreciate the great communication with the eighth grade families.
The City of McAllen will be holding its annual Candlelight Posada (a celebration of the Nativity of Jesus Christ) on Friday and Saturday nights December 3 and 4 in Archer Park, Downtown McAllen. St. Paul Lutheran School will be sponsoring a booth in the Little Town Child area from 5-10 P.M. each night. We are in need of volunteers to assist children in craft projects for 1 1/2 hour shifts each night. Children will be making simple projects, with materials provided by the school and volunteers are able work with school staff members attending to share school promotional items with the parents and children. A sign-up for this will come home with the next Eagle Express on November 29. We are also in need of yarn and beads (any spare yarns of any lengths and colors) for the children’s projects. Yarn may be dropped off in the school office any time. Thank you for your continued support.
Please support our chapel project for the month of November through raising funds for Casita Benjamin. Children in Guatemala are being provided with food thanks to our generous efforts.
Upcoming Events
Basketball Home Games - Tues., 11/16
Flu Shots - Thurs. 11/18
Early Dismissal - Fri., 11/19, 11:00 A.M.
Spirit Day/Activity Shirt & Jeans - Fri., 11/19
Thanksgiving Break (No Classes) - 11/22 - 11/26
Washington D.C. Trip Meeting - Mon., 12/6, 4:00 P.M., 8th grade classroom
In His Name,
Jesus T. Pena, M.Ed.
Eighth Grade Teacher
8thgrade@stpaulmcallen.org
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Newsletter - November 8, 2010
Dear Parents and Students:
The Manhattan Piano Trio will visit our school on Tuesday, November 9. They will be playing for us at 1:00 P.M. in the chapel. This is an excellent opportunity for the students to listen to some talented musicians. For more information please visit: http://www.manhattanpianotrio.com/
Our annual Thanksgiving Feast is Wednesday, November 10. Please join us as we enjoy a wonderful lunch prepared for us by our cafeteria personnel. Our lunch is scheduled for 11:30 A.M., but you may want to arrive a little early as we generally have many parents attending.
We are approaching the end of the Mid-Quarter. Students should continue to strive for the best grades possible in all subjects. Mid-Quarter reports will be distributed on Wednesday, November 17.
Please support our chapel project for the month of November through raising funds for Casita Benjamin.
In His Name,
Jesus T. Pena, M.Ed.
Eighth Grade Teacher
8thgrade@stpaulmcallen.org
Our annual Thanksgiving Feast is Wednesday, November 10. Please join us as we enjoy a wonderful lunch prepared for us by our cafeteria personnel. Our lunch is scheduled for 11:30 A.M., but you may want to arrive a little early as we generally have many parents attending.
We are approaching the end of the Mid-Quarter. Students should continue to strive for the best grades possible in all subjects. Mid-Quarter reports will be distributed on Wednesday, November 17.
Please support our chapel project for the month of November through raising funds for Casita Benjamin.
In His Name,
Jesus T. Pena, M.Ed.
Eighth Grade Teacher
8thgrade@stpaulmcallen.org
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