The Frances Xavier Warde School, NFP http://www.fxw.org An independent, Catholic PK-8th grade school in downtown Chicago Thu, 17 May 2012 20:31:16 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Congratulations Graduates! http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/17/congratulations-graduates/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=congratulations-graduates http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/17/congratulations-graduates/#comments Thu, 17 May 2012 18:44:42 +0000 fxws https://www.fxw.org/?p=3845 Much of the annual fund monies go to underwriting the teacher professional development. This year we congratulate the following teachers on obtaining their masters degree: Liz Cummins, Autumn Perry, Georgia Hawkins, Laura Marx, Kim Sloan, Christina Culver, Mary Schaefer, Malinda Glenn, Kristine Acuna, Maureen Moyers, Lauren Spies, Faline Blanchard, Nele Burns, Clare Hurrelbrink, Lindsay Mosshammer, [...]]]> Much of the annual fund monies go to underwriting the teacher professional development. This year we congratulate the following teachers on obtaining their masters degree: Liz Cummins, Autumn Perry, Georgia Hawkins, Laura Marx, Kim Sloan, Christina Culver, Mary Schaefer, Malinda Glenn, Kristine Acuna, Maureen Moyers, Lauren Spies, Faline Blanchard, Nele Burns, Clare Hurrelbrink, Lindsay Mosshammer, Nicole Stanford  and Rachel Bronson.

]]> http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/17/congratulations-graduates/feed/ 0 PGAB Parent Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast and Meeting- Wednesday, May 23rd http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/pgab-parent-volunteer-appreciation-breakfast-and-meeting-wednesday-may-23rd/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=pgab-parent-volunteer-appreciation-breakfast-and-meeting-wednesday-may-23rd http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/pgab-parent-volunteer-appreciation-breakfast-and-meeting-wednesday-may-23rd/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 21:17:34 +0000 fxws https://www.fxw.org/?p=3840 Please join us for the PGAB Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast and Meeting next Wednesday, May 23rd at 8am in the HNC cafeteria. Ms Reiling, head of school, and Ms. Cashman will be presenting this years Terra Nova scores and high school acceptances.

We hope to see you there!

Afterwords at 10am we will also be hosting [...]]]> Please join us for the PGAB Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast and Meeting next Wednesday, May 23rd at 8am in the HNC cafeteria. Ms Reiling, head of school, and Ms. Cashman will be presenting this years Terra Nova scores and high school acceptances.

We hope to see you there!

Afterwords at 10am we will also be hosting a Family Healthy Eating Workshop and cooking demonstration. If you are interested in attending please RSVP to Emily Young at younge@fxw.org

]]> http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/pgab-parent-volunteer-appreciation-breakfast-and-meeting-wednesday-may-23rd/feed/ 0 The Perfect “Thank You”- Contribute To The PGAB Staff/Teacher End Of Year Bonus http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/the-perfect-thank-you-contribute-to-the-pgab-staffteacher-end-of-year-bonus/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-perfect-thank-you-contribute-to-the-pgab-staffteacher-end-of-year-bonus http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/the-perfect-thank-you-contribute-to-the-pgab-staffteacher-end-of-year-bonus/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 20:14:47 +0000 fxws https://www.fxw.org/?p=3838 Is this the best way to express my gratitude?

Yes! At the end of the year, many parents want to thank teachers for their terrific work with a gift. The Parent Group Advisory Board Staff/Teacher Bonus is the best way to do that. Why?

• It’s the gift they really want given in a manner [...]]]> Is this the best way to express my gratitude?

Yes! At the end of the year, many parents want to thank teachers for their terrific work with a gift. The Parent Group Advisory Board Staff/Teacher Bonus is the best way to do that. Why?

• It’s the gift they really want given in a manner they prefer – money to spend!

• It’s equitable – the bonus pool is divided equally; after school teachers receive a smaller portion of the donations.

• It recognizes everyone who contributed to your child’s welfare – all support staff and teachers are included in the bonus pool.

Here’s how it works…

Your tax deductible gift will be part of a special recognition of our staff and teachers. Give whatever amount you are comfortable with; there is no minimum contribution.

Funds are pooled and then distributed as an individual bonus to all faculty and staff. While we cannot tell you an exact amount because it varies from year to year, we can say the size of the gift is substantial.

Two ways to contribute:

• online at fxw.org home page or this link  PGAB End of Year Bonus

• by check payable to FXW-PGAB in an envelope marked  FXW-PGAB, OSP campus, Attn.: Kathi Anderson can be dropped off at either campus!

 Families contributing by the deadline will have their names included in the letter enclosed with each gift. Contributions are due by NO LATER THAN JUNE 6th!

Questions? Email PGAB Co-Chairs Janelle Reese at jaereese@yahoo.com or Theresa Ross at thross@sbcglobal.net.

 

Note: A gift to the Staff/Teacher End of Year Fund is not a contribution to the FXW Annual Fund. The Annual Fund is a separate, tax deductible fund that helps to cover the school’s operating expenses.

 

]]> http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/the-perfect-thank-you-contribute-to-the-pgab-staffteacher-end-of-year-bonus/feed/ 0 Lil Buds Offering Programs For Preschool And Kindergarten Students on Monday, May 21st http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/lil-buds-offering-programs-for-preschool-and-kindergarten-students-on-monday-may-21st/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lil-buds-offering-programs-for-preschool-and-kindergarten-students-on-monday-may-21st http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/lil-buds-offering-programs-for-preschool-and-kindergarten-students-on-monday-may-21st/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 20:04:37 +0000 fxws https://www.fxw.org/?p=3835 We know that FXW has cancelled school on Monday 5/21 due to the NATO conference being held downtown and you may be looking for something fun for your child to do that day. Li’l Buds is offering two one day workshops at our studio located at 1210 w. Bryn Mawr ave. in Edgewater. Here is [...]]]> We know that FXW has cancelled school on Monday 5/21 due to the NATO conference being held downtown and you may be looking for something fun for your child to do that day. Li’l Buds is offering two one day workshops at our studio located at 1210 w. Bryn Mawr ave. in Edgewater. Here is what we have available that day:

Session 1

Monday 5/21 9-11:30 am creative dramatics class

The students will explore their imagination through acting games and creative movement. They will dramatize a classic children’s book and make crafts to go along with the story. A healthy snack will be provided and weather permitting we will take a trip to the park across the street for some free play.

Space is limited we can only take the first 15 students per session. Cost is $50.

Session 2

Monday 5/21 12:30-3:00 pm creative dramatics class

The students will explore their imagination through acting games and creative movement. They will dramatize a classic children’s book and make crafts to go along with the story. A healthy snack will be provided and weather permitting we will take a trip to the park across the street for some free play.

Space is limited we can only take the first 15 students per session. Cost is $50.

To register for this exciting one day workshop please email Li’l Buds at lilbudstheatre@gmail.com subject FXW workshop. We hope you can join us for this exciting day of imagination and fun!

]]> http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/lil-buds-offering-programs-for-preschool-and-kindergarten-students-on-monday-may-21st/feed/ 0 Positions Open On The PGAB Board! http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/positions-open-on-the-pgab-board-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=positions-open-on-the-pgab-board-2 http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/positions-open-on-the-pgab-board-2/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 19:54:47 +0000 fxws https://www.fxw.org/?p=3830 The Parent Group is looking to fill its open Advisory Board and Committee Co-chair positions for the 2012/13 school year. If you are interested in serving in any capacity, please take the time to complete our survey by May 24th. We will contact you before the end of the school year to let you know [...]]]> The Parent Group is looking to fill its open Advisory Board and Committee Co-chair positions for the 2012/13 school year. If you are interested in serving in any capacity, please take the time to complete our survey by May 24th. We will contact you before the end of the school year to let you know which committee you will be chairing. In the event we receive more volunteers than are needed, we will give you information on how you can volunteer as a member of any committee next year.

Click here for the PGAB Survey

Thank you,

PGAB Co-Chairs

Janelle Reese

Theresa Ross

]]> http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/positions-open-on-the-pgab-board-2/feed/ 0 Summer Is Almost Here- Sign Up For FXW Summer Programs Now! http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/summer-is-almost-here-sign-up-for-fxw-summer-programs-now/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=summer-is-almost-here-sign-up-for-fxw-summer-programs-now http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/summer-is-almost-here-sign-up-for-fxw-summer-programs-now/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 19:07:57 +0000 fxws https://www.fxw.org/?p=3824 Don’t forget to sign your child up for FXW’s Camp Jaguar. There are 7 weeks of exciting fun in a place you can trust. Spots are going fast so SIGN UP NOW!!!

 

]]> Don’t forget to sign your child up for FXW’s Camp Jaguar. There are 7 weeks of exciting fun in a place you can trust. Spots are going fast so SIGN UP NOW!!!

FXW Summer Programs

 

]]> http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/summer-is-almost-here-sign-up-for-fxw-summer-programs-now/feed/ 0 Upcoming events at Old St. Pat’s Church http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/upcoming-events-at-old-st-pats-church-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=upcoming-events-at-old-st-pats-church-2 http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/upcoming-events-at-old-st-pats-church-2/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 17:30:47 +0000 fxws https://www.fxw.org/?p=3819 Please join us for the final OSP family mass of the season at 9:30 a.m. on May 20th. This mass will be sponsored by our 1st grade families. If you have a 1st grader and would like to be involved in the mass, please contact Megan Nakamoto at mknakamoto@ameritech.net.

 

]]> Please join us for the final OSP family mass of the season at 9:30 a.m. on May 20th. This mass will be sponsored by our 1st grade families. If you have a 1st grader and would like to be involved in the mass, please contact Megan Nakamoto at mknakamoto@ameritech.net.

 

]]> http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/16/upcoming-events-at-old-st-pats-church-2/feed/ 0 Dress Down Day Moved To May 24th http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/10/dress-down-day-moved-to-may-24th/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dress-down-day-moved-to-may-24th http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/10/dress-down-day-moved-to-may-24th/#comments Thu, 10 May 2012 20:47:29 +0000 fxws https://www.fxw.org/?p=3808 Tomorrow is the last Friday of the month now that we are not in session next Friday or on the 25th. However, the dress down day will be moved to Thursday, May 24th for both OSP and HNC students.

Thanks!

]]> Tomorrow is the last Friday of the month now that we are not in session next Friday or on the 25th. However, the dress down day will be moved to Thursday, May 24th for both OSP and HNC students.

Thanks!

]]> http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/10/dress-down-day-moved-to-may-24th/feed/ 0 5th Grade Girl Scouts Host A Shoe Drive May 14-17th http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/09/5th-grade-girl-scouts-host-a-shoe-drive-may-14-17th/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=5th-grade-girl-scouts-host-a-shoe-drive-may-14-17th http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/09/5th-grade-girl-scouts-host-a-shoe-drive-may-14-17th/#comments Wed, 09 May 2012 22:20:44 +0000 fxws https://www.fxw.org/?p=3792 The fifth grade Junior Girl Scout troop will hold a shoe drive May 14-17 to benefit Share Your Soles. Volunteers will be standing outside HNC each morning from 7:30-8:00am and at OSP on 5/15 and 5/17. All sizes and types of shoes are accepted – sandals, boots, tennis shoes, sneakers, cleats, dress shoes, etc. Children’s [...]]]> The fifth grade Junior Girl Scout troop will hold a shoe drive May 14-17 to benefit Share Your Soles. Volunteers will be standing outside HNC each morning from 7:30-8:00am and at OSP on 5/15 and 5/17. All sizes and types of shoes are accepted – sandals, boots, tennis shoes, sneakers, cleats, dress shoes, etc. Children’s shoes are in highest demand.Please make sure all shoes are gently used and in good condition – soles are in tact, no frayed shoelaces, and no holes.

For more information, contact Janelle Reese at jaereese@yahoo.com. Thank you for your support!

]]> http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/09/5th-grade-girl-scouts-host-a-shoe-drive-may-14-17th/feed/ 0 Lil’ Buds Workshops Open to Preschool And Kindergarten Students Monday, May 21st http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/09/lil-buds-workshops-open-to-preschool-and-kindergarten-students-monday-may-21st/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lil-buds-workshops-open-to-preschool-and-kindergarten-students-monday-may-21st http://www.fxw.org/2012/05/09/lil-buds-workshops-open-to-preschool-and-kindergarten-students-monday-may-21st/#comments Wed, 09 May 2012 19:56:37 +0000 fxws https://www.fxw.org/?p=3761 We know that FXW has cancelled school on Monday 5/21 due to the NATO conference being held downtown and you may be looking for something fun for your child to do that day. Li’l Buds is offering two one day workshops at our studio located at 1210 w. Bryn Mawr ave. in Edgewater. Here is [...]]]> We know that FXW has cancelled school on Monday 5/21 due to the NATO conference being held downtown and you may be looking for something fun for your child to do that day. Li’l Buds is offering two one day workshops at our studio located at 1210 w. Bryn Mawr ave. in Edgewater. Here is what we have available that day:

 Session 1

Monday 5/21 9-11:30 am creative dramatics class

The students will explore their imagination through acting games and creative movement. They will dramatize a classic children’s book and make crafts to go along with the story. A healthy snack will be provided and weather permitting we will take a trip to the park across the street for some free play.

Space is limited we can only take the first 15 students per session. Cost is $50.

 Session 2

Monday 5/21 12:30-3:00 pm creative dramatics class

The students will explore their imagination through acting games and creative movement. They will dramatize a classic children’s book and make crafts to go along with the story. A healthy snack will be provided and weather permitting we will take a trip to the park across the street for some free play.

Space is limited we can only take the first 15 students per session. Cost is $50.

To register for this exciting one day workshop please email Li’l Buds at lilbudstheatre@gmail.com subject FXW workshop. We hope you can join us for this exciting day of imagination and fun!

Theatrically yours,

Mr. Jeff

 

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