Shop With Scrip

She cooks, she cleans, she makes our beds.
She always has a shoulder for our heads.
When we’re down, she knows exactly what to say.
So make her feel special this Mother’s Day.

Treat your mom using Scrip for flowers (Safeway, Fred Meyer), chocolates (See’s Candy), dinner (Ruth Chris, Red Lobster), and a movie (AMC, Regal Cinema, Majestic Bay).

Please note that some items are special order and may take up to 2 weeks to arrive.

Scrip cards may be purchased:

  • Online at www.shopwithscrip.com
  • Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings at 8:15-8:45 am in The Commons (small cafeteria) at school
  • Wednesday mornings at 8:30 am in the Preschool classroom
  • Friday afternoon at 2:45-3:15 pm in The Commons (small cafeteria) at school
  • After all weekend Masses in the back vestibule
  • At the Parish office during the week

Contact Mija Hamilton at [email protected] for more info.

Angel’s Angle:  May 9, 2019

Message from the Principal

Message from the Principal

Hello St. Al Friends and Families,

May is here. Yesterday we celebrated May Crowning for the prayer assembly hosted by our 7th and 8th grade girls. It was a beautiful reminder of the work that God can do in each of our lives and how He fulfills His promises. Our Lady, Mother Mary, is a beautiful example of following the will of God with courage, wherever that may lead.

As we push into the month of May we are already in the midst of several exciting events. Remember to check the school calendar and other communication for event times, dates, and other details.

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend and I look forward to seeing you at some of our upcoming events.

Thank you,

Kathleen Cifu
Principal, St Alphonsus Parish
(206)782-4363
www.stalseattle.org

Angels’ Angle: May 2, 2019

Kindergarten Book Drive

Kindergarten Book Drive

Kindergarten is collecting gently used books for the West Seattle Food Bank Bookcase Program. They are especially in need of board books, picture books, and easy readers.

Kindergarten will have a donation box outside the school office beginning on May 6 and will collect books until May 17. Thank you for your donation!

Angels’ Angle: May 2, 2019

CRS Rice Bowl

CRS Rice Bowl

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the CRS Rice Bowl campaign!

The parish and school together raised $2,867.61 towards this important campaign. Great job students!

Admissions News

Dear St. Alphonsus Families,

Please mark your calendars with the New Student Orientation dates!  If your student will be attending our Kindergarten Program next year or you are adding a sibling to the primary grade levels please attend the K-4th Grade Orientation on Tuesday, May 21st at 7:00 pm.  This is a parent only event, so please plan accordingly.

If your student is being promoted to our Middle School Program (5th grade) or you would like a revisit orientation please attend the Middle School Orientation on Wednesday, May 22nd at 7:00 pm.  This event is for both parents and new Middle School students, so please bring you student.

Please reach out if you have any questions.  I look forward to seeing you there!

Thanks,

Jenny Horstmann
Admissions Director

Angels’ Angle: May 2, 2019

Jog-a-thon

St. Al’s Jog-A-Thon

Today’s the day! Students are off and running in the 2019 Jog-a-thon. Participants will have a chance to win one of several fabulous prizes, including a family vacation to Great Wolf Lodge!  This event is made possible by parent volunteers, students, and the support of our greater Ballard community.

THANK YOU to the following sponsors for their generous financial support:

THANK YOU to the following sponsors for their generous in-kind donations:

  • Casper Babypants
  • COAL Headware
  • Dick’s Drive-In Restaurants
  • Farmers Insurance-Isabelle Oschner Agency
  • Kidd Valley
  • Fred Meyer-Ballard
  • Majestic Bay Theaters
  • New Seasons Market
  • Pagliacci Pizza
  • Seattle Aquarium
  • Sip & Ship-Ballard
  • Swansons Nursery
  • Trader Joe’s

About Our Jog-A-Thon:
The Jog-a-thon is an annual tradition that promotes health and fitness while raising funds to support School operating expenses.Thank you for supporting your child’s fundraising efforts.

Important Dates:
Kickoff Assembly: April 10
Ask For Pledges: April 10 – May 2
Event: May 2
Donations Due By: May 10
Awards Assembly: May 15

Learn More:
https://stalseattle.org/school/giving/jogathon/

Give Now:
https://stalseattle.org/school/giving/give-now/

Questions:
Please email us at [email protected].

Angels’ Angle: May 2, 2019

Beauty and the Beast Jr.

DON’T WAIT TO BUY YOUR BEAUTY AND THE BEAST TICKETS!

Ticket sales are running very strong for this year’s middle school musical.  Opening Night (May 3) is SOLD OUT, and Closing Night (May 11) is a few tickets away from selling out as well.  Don’t procrastinate on buying tickets, or you may not be able to see the show!

Here are the dates of the show:

  • Wed, May 1, 6pm (Preview Night; tickets are $5)
  • Fri, May 3, 7pm (Opening Night; SOLD OUT)
  • Sat, May 4, 7pm
  • Sun, May 5, 2pm
  • Fri, May 10, 7pm
  • Sat, May 11, 7pm (Closing Night; SOLD OUT)

Tickets are on sale now at ShowTix4U

You can also make a donation to the middle school drama program on the website. All donations are tax deductible and support our outstanding drama program so we can offer amazing shows like Beauty and the Beast year after year.

Please contact Stephanie Lucash, Box Office Coordinator at [email protected], if you have any questions about ticket sales.

Thanks for supporting our actors and for coming to the show!

We Need Bakers!

Help Support our production by donating baked goods for us to sell at concessions. Our patrons look forward to a home-baked treat at intermission and your donation helps support our drama program. You earn two parent volunteer hours for your baked goods donation. We also need donations of bulk packages of chips (for the salty patron 😉).

Click here to donate.

High School Student Volunteers

We welcome high school students to come in and help us out. In particular we need help prepping our actors with hair and make-up, and setting up and running our concessions. If you know of any students who would be interested, please have them contact Tricia Bentley at [email protected] or (206) 617-1174.

Angels’ Angle: May 2, 2019

National Walk & Bike to School Day

Get pumped to pedal! Wednesday, May 8th is National Walk & Bike to School Day.

Saint Alphonsus School will join thousands of students, parents, school officials and local leaders in communities across the United States as they walk & bike to school on May 8, 2019.

Students who arrive on foot or using pedal power will be treated to drinks and snacks before school starts!  Questions?  Please reach out to Lisa Macomber at [email protected].

Angels’ Angle: May 2, 2019

Annual Fund Contest

ANNUAL FUND CONTEST

Have you made your Annual Fund donation?  In an effort to achieve 100% participation, we are hosting one final contest.

Until May 30, make a donation to the Annual Fund in ANY AMOUNT and your student’s class could WIN a FREE DRESS DAY in June!

All proceeds from the Annual Fund directly benefit the students and teachers at St. Alphonsus. Make your donation today! You can learn more about the Annual Fund on our school website.

Questions?  Please contact Kristin at [email protected].

Angels’ Angle: May 2, 2019