Incarnation Catholic School Newsletter
October 30, 2014
10/31 - 1/2 day of School, Halloween Celebration (*details below)
11/4 - Time-on-Task Free Dress Day
11/5 - School Mass, 8:30 a.m., ICC
11/7 - 1/2 day of school, Irish Cup Activity
11/8 - ICS Auction
11/12 - School Mass, 8:30 a.m., ICC
11/13 - Family Supper; Prospective Family Open House, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m., ICS Media Center
11/14 - Friday Morning Assembly, 8:30 a.m., St. Michael Hall
11/19 - Household Mass, 8:30 a.m., ICC
11/21 - Club Picture Day
11/24 - 11/28 - Thanksgiving Break
12/3 - Household Mass, 8:30 a.m., ICC
12/5 - First Friday Morning Assembly, 8:30 a.m., St. Michael Hall
12/6 - Santa's Breakfast
12/8 - Feast of the Immaculate Conception (Holy Day of Obligation for Catholics), School Mass, 8:30 a.m., ICC
12/10 - School Mass, 8:30 a.m., ICC
12/17 - School Mass, 8:30 a.m., ICC
12/18 - Family Supper; ICS Advent Program, 7:00 p.m., St. Michael Hall
12/19 - 1/2 Day of School; Skating Party / Winter Wonderland; NO AFTERCARE AVAILABLE
12/22 - 1/2 - Christmas Break
Prayers
Please pray for the following ICS intentions:
-Mrs. Harris and her family.
-The Phillipp family.
-Kelly Decker.
-Mr. Mario Mora.
-Mrs. Estrada and her family.
-Joanne Stephanie Rivera, sister of Abigail Santiago (Gr. 8).
We pray for Pope Francis, Bishop Lynch, Fr. Michael and priests everywhere that God may continue to inspire, strengthen and lead them to continue to shepherd the flocks entrusted to their care.
We continue to pray for an end to all domestic violence and abuse.
We pray for a cure for cancer and all incurable diseases.
We pray for an end to abortion and euthanasia and pray for greater respect for all life from conception to its natural end.
We pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life.
We pray for the success of the upcoming ICS Auction.
Have a prayer request? Send it to: icsmzele@icstampa.org. Prayers will run for two weeks unless otherwise specified.
Thank You
Thank you to Mrs. Carla Oliva and the Auction Committee for all of their hard work and dedication in planning for the 11/8 event! Catch the fever - Saturday Night Fever!
ICS Athletics
Boys' track begins competition in the Hillsborough County Youth Sports League Meet this Saturday November 1 at Tampa Catholic HS at 8:00 a.m.
Girls' basketball begins competition next Tuesday November 4 at St. Lawrence at 4:00 p.m. The JV team will follow with a game immediately after the conclusion of the Varsity!
Girls' basketball begins competition next Tuesday November 4 at St. Lawrence at 4:00 p.m. The JV team will follow with a game immediately after the conclusion of the Varsity!
Good luck and God bless to these ICS Winter Sports Teams! GO IRISH!
For more information about the Irish Athletics Program, please visit Coach Garofolo's Coach's Corner website.
ICS Auction
The 17th Annual Dinner, Dance and Auction is next Saturday November 8 - Saturday Night Fever!
This is the school's largest fundraiser - all families are expected to help support this effort which helps ICS to continue to offer its dynamic programs and maintain and exceed its high level of academic and spiritual excellence.
All families are expected to help raise at least $150 for the school through the Auction and/or the Payday Sweepstakes Raffle (which will run in March this school year).
Furthermore, at least 5 commitment hours must happen at either the Auction or the Carnival. For details about your family's commitment to the school, visit our Student-Family Handbook. Donations of goods or services can fulfill commitment hours (these do not have to be donated by you, just solicited and secured by you). Every $25.00 donated fulfills one commitment hour.
Tickets must be purchased by November 5. Tickets will not be sold at the door - RSVP early to reserve your spot!
If you have any questions about the ICS Dinner, Dance and Auction and/or Commitment Hours please contact the Main Office: 813.884.4502.
ICS Family Challenge
Put on Christ and focus on your family - eat together, pray together, play together.
GO: Love.
Halloween Celebration
The 17th Annual Dinner, Dance and Auction is next Saturday November 8 - Saturday Night Fever! This is the school's largest fundraiser - all families are expected to help support this effort which helps ICS to continue to offer its dynamic programs and maintain and exceed its high level of academic and spiritual excellence.
All families are expected to help raise at least $150 for the school through the Auction and/or the Payday Sweepstakes Raffle (which will run in March this school year).
Furthermore, at least 5 commitment hours must happen at either the Auction or the Carnival. For details about your family's commitment to the school, visit our Student-Family Handbook. Donations of goods or services can fulfill commitment hours (these do not have to be donated by you, just solicited and secured by you). Every $25.00 donated fulfills one commitment hour.
Tickets must be purchased by November 5. Tickets will not be sold at the door - RSVP early to reserve your spot!
If you have any questions about the ICS Dinner, Dance and Auction and/or Commitment Hours please contact the Main Office: 813.884.4502.
ICS Family Challenge
Turn off the TV. Lay down your phone. Disconnect your devices.
Put on Christ and focus on your family - eat together, pray together, play together.GO: Love.
ICS Early Childhood Education News
*VPK at ICS
Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten officially started last week at ICS! Please contact the Main Office or Miss Noto for details: notor@icstampa.org.
*Moms and Tots
*Moms and Tots
Next Thursday (11/6) is our next Moms and Tots Group hosted by ICS. This event is open to moms and toddlers ages 2 - 3. The group begins at 9:00 a.m. There is no charge for this ministry! Contact Ms. Rachel Noto for more information or to sign-up: notor@icstampa.org and please help us spread the good news of this initiative.
*3 year old Program
As an extension of the work accomplished and mentioned above (VPK and Moms and Tots), ICS will look to begin an Early Childhood Program for children 3 years of age for the 2015 - 16 school year! More details will be coming soon!
Cold Weather Gear
Please consult the 10/9/14 ICS Newsletter for details about Cold Weather Gear for your ICS student(s). Mornings have been cool - be prepared before the cold is unbearable.
*3 year old Program
As an extension of the work accomplished and mentioned above (VPK and Moms and Tots), ICS will look to begin an Early Childhood Program for children 3 years of age for the 2015 - 16 school year! More details will be coming soon!
Cold Weather Gear
Please consult the 10/9/14 ICS Newsletter for details about Cold Weather Gear for your ICS student(s). Mornings have been cool - be prepared before the cold is unbearable.
Halloween Celebration
Students should adhere to the following guidelines for our Halloween Celebration tomorrow Friday October 31.
*Storybook Character Costumes:
-Pre - K to Grade 5
*Storybook Character Costumes:
-Pre - K to Grade 5
-Any easily identifiable character from literature: Cinderella, Aladdin, Harry Potter, Fancy Nancy, Clifford, etc. No blood, weapons, etc. The purpose of our dress is to promote school spirit, promote a love of reading and have fun. It is not to scare or sicken. Thank you for maintaining the rationale for this celebration.
*Any student not participating in Storybook Character Costume Day should wear their regulation school uniform.
*Crazy Hair Day
-Grades 6 - 8
-Horrible hair -- different size ponytails, braids, curls, spikes, messy, wigs, rubber bands, colors, etc. ALL HAIRDOS MUST BE DONE AT HOME.
-Horrible hair -- different size ponytails, braids, curls, spikes, messy, wigs, rubber bands, colors, etc. ALL HAIRDOS MUST BE DONE AT HOME.
-Students in grades 6 - 8 are permitted to wear Spirit Shirts, jeans and sneakers. School uniform is the alternative.
Sabor Latino
Many thanks to Mrs. Maria Casanas, ICS Spanish teacher, for her work and dedication to make ICS's inclusion in last weekend's Sabor Latino such a huge success. We also thank Ms. Maniscalco, Mrs. Schillo, Ms. Cummings and Mrs. Owens for their attendance and support as well.
Finally, we wish to extend immense gratitude to the families and students who participated in the event. Thank you for your commitment!
ICS Advent Program
Our ICS Advent Program is on Thursday December 18. Students should be at the school no later than 6:15 for a 7:00 p.m. start time. Dress code for 3 - 8 is solid white on top and black on the bottom (no leggings and nothing above the knee).
Our ICS Advent Program is on Thursday December 18. Students should be at the school no later than 6:15 for a 7:00 p.m. start time. Dress code for 3 - 8 is solid white on top and black on the bottom (no leggings and nothing above the knee).
If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Maniscalco: maniscalcos@icstampa.org.
GO: Sing!
Sacred Steps Running Club
Sacred Steps Running Club will get up and 'running' next Thursday November 6 after school. This club is open to students in Grades 2 - 8. Any level of fitness is accepted and all are welcome. This club incorporates Scripture with physical exertion, helping students to connect their bodies and spirits and tap into the sacred through their movement.
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Hall: hallk@icstampa.org. Please be sure to submit the registration form sent in last week's Thursday packet. If you need an extra copy, please contact the Front Office.
Report Cards
First Quarter Report Cards for grades 1 - 8 will be sent home in today's packet. Please be sure to consult the letter from Mr. Woodward for information about Conduct Grades through the Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) system. If you have any questions, please contact your child(ren)'s teacher(s) directly.
IN KEEPING WITH OUR TRADITION, WE AT INCARNATION CATHOLIC SCHOOL:
Inspire life-long learners,
Challenge each individual to be a disciple of Christ, and
Strive to live our Catholic faith through service to each other and the community.
