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February 15, 2019
Dear Parents,
TGIF!
First, please join me in congratulating the students below in grades 4 through 8 that participated in an art competition which was sponsored by the Archdiocese of New York. The theme of the competition "God Demands Love" asked the students to depict how God expects each of us to accept all religions. The following student have been chosen to move on to the final round. These students will receive a medal and have their work displayed on the God Demands Love website in mid March. Congratulations to all!
Grade 4
Karinah Diaz, Aiden Linton, Erin O'Brien, Joshua Ochoa, & Grace Walsh
Grade 5
Elizabeth Espinosa, Samaya Hosein, Jazlynn Kilmer, Jaylene Maisonette, Mariah Maldonado, Hailey Ortiz, Naomi Parks, Sofia Pannazzo, & Christina Pooran
Grade 6
Analise Blanco, Anthony Espinal, Brianie Espinal, & Nicole Puma-Duran
Grade 7
Briana Cherubino, Jake O'Keeffe, Natalie Pham & Mason Vega
Grade 8
Emily Broderick, Rachel Evans, Kristian Engeldrum & Giovanna Pirraglia
The following students are the winners of the "A Century of Black Life, History and Culture Art Competition" sponsored by Councilman Mark Gjonaj. Councilman Gjonaj will present the following students with certificates and gift cards next Friday, February 22nd.
Grade 3 - Ashima Bacchus
Grade 4 - Kaylee Maisonette,
Grade 5 - Lauren Dominguez
Grade 6-31- Logan Schorr
Grade 6-32- Anthony Musacchio
Grade 7- Mikaela Pagan
Grade 8- Rachel Evans
* Just a reminder that St. Benedict School will only be CLOSED on Monday, February 18th. We are not closed for the entire week as the NYC Public Schools are. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 19th. Bus service will be available on Tuesday and Wednesday. Bus service WILL NOT be available on Thursday and Friday.
** Please re-register your child before April 15th, only 75 families have completed the re-registration process.
As always, thank you for all your support and continued cooperation.
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
Please join me in congratulating the Students of the Month for February 2019. This months virtue is Turstworthiness.Student of the Month
February 2019Value of the Month "Trustworthiness" Pre-K 3 Ronny Lopez Pre- K 4 Maria Maraglino Kindergarten Ryan Buchan Grade 1 Sofia Gutierrez Grade 2 Chistopher Matos Grade 3 Isabella Santiago Grade 4 Jaysiah Lefevre Grade 5 Scott Pricoli Grade 6-31 Logan Schorr Grade 6-32 Giuseppe Mineiro Grade 7 Danielle DeMattia Grade 8 Lauren Espinal Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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I pray that this email finds you well!Thank God no snow as of yet, fingers crossed we get through this month snow free!
Just a few reminders as we approach the month of February God willing the Groundhog will not see its' shadow and it will feel like spring before you know it!- Friday, February 1st is a half day. Please join us at the 8:30 am Parish Mass as we conclude Catholic Schools Week! Dismissal is at 11:30 am. Lunch and Aftercare will be available for those students registered in the programs.
- Please come out and support our Basketball Teams this Saturday, February 2nd for their closing day! Go Ravens!!!
10:00 am Gidgets
11:15 am Midgets
12:30 am JV Girls
1:45 pm JV Boys
3:00 pm V Girls
4:15 pm V Boys- Monday, February 4th Spring Fundraiser begins. Mr. Mojica will send an email once the chocolate arrives. Please come to the main office to SIGN OUT the boxes of chocolate. If you opted for the $250 pre-pay YOU DO NOT NEED TO SELL THE CHOCOLATE AND/OR CATALOG SALE ITEMS.
- Tuesday, February 5th Report Cards for the second marking period will be sent home with the children. Please be sure that all financial obligations are up-to-date through January 31st. Unfortunately, if financial obligations are outstanding, your child WILL NOT receive his/her report card on February 5th.
- Wednesday, February 6th ALL PARENTS WILL RECEIVE A LINK FROM TADS INVITING YOU TO RE-REGISTER YOUR CHILD. PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK IN THE EMAIL. PARENTS WILL RECEIVE ONE EMAIL FOR EACH CHILD. THE LINK WILL TAKE YOU TO THE TADS HOMEPAGE. PLEASE LOG IN TO YOUR TADS ACCOUNT WITH THE SAME EMAIL AND PASSWORD YOU USED FOR THIS SCHOOL YEAR. IF YOU FORGOT YOUR PASSWORD, JOIN THE CLUB LOL, THEY WILL EMAIL YOU YOUR PASSWORD IF YOU CLICK "FORGOT PASSWORD." PLEASE RE-REGISTER YOUR CHILD BEFORE APRIL 15th AT THE REDUCED RATE OF $125. AFTER APRIL 15th, THE COST WILL INCREASE TO $225. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE EMAIL ON FEBRUARY 6th, PLEASE CHECK YOUR SPAM, IF NOT THERE, PLEASE CONTACT THE MAIN OFFICE IMMEDIATELY.
- Wednesday, February 6th our 8th Graders will be taking the NAEP EXAM (National Assessment of Educational Progress). St. Benedict School was chosen by the ADNY to take this assessment. Good luck 8th grade! Please note this assessment WILL NOT effect their grades in any way.
- Tuesday, February 12th "Touring Tuesday" for perspective families. Please encourage families to visit our beautiful school and become part of our St. Benedict's Family!
- Monday February 18th St. Benedict School will be CLOSED in observance of President's Day.
- Wednesday, February 20th St. Benedict School Science Fair in the school auditorium. 1, 2 & 3 place winners from each homeroom will compete for 1st place in the school auditorium. Winners will be announced in the school auditorium at 3:00 pm parents are invited to attend.
- Thursday, February 21st & Friday, February 22nd NO BUS SERVICE WILL BE AVAILABLE.
- Tuesday, February 26th our 5th grade students will be taking a PRACTICE ONLINE NYS ELA EXAM. PLEASE NO ABSENCES! (JUST AN FYI THIS YEAR ALL BRONX CATHOLIC ELEMENTARY STUDENTS IN GRADE 5 WILL BE TAKING THE ACTUAL NYS ELA EXAM ONLINE IN APRIL! ALL OTHER STUDENTS WILL TAKE THEIR ASSESSMENT ON PAPER.
- Thursday, February 28th 8th Grade Graduation Pictures in the school auditorium.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me at your convenience.
St. Benedict, Pray for Us!
Our Lady Queen of Peace, Pray for Us!
Cardinal Cooke Servant of God, Pray for Us!
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
Welcome back after a three day weekend in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day! God knows it was a bitterly cold one. Next week is National Catholic Schools Week. Below, please find the festivities the faculty and I have planned for next week.
As always, please DO NOT go out and buy anything special. This is our chance to celebrate who we are, and all that we do as a Catholic School!
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict SchoolSt. Benedict School
Catholic Schools Week Festivities
January 28 - February 1, 2019Monday
January 28Tuesday
January 29Wednesday
January 30Thursday
January 31Friday
February 1Team Spirit Day!
Students may come to school wearing their favorite team sports apparel including St. Benedict Spirit/Team wear ie. Basketball uniform.
(Jeans are permitted-not ripped with sneakears only)"Touring Tuesday" Open House from 9:00-11:00 am. All parents are WELCOME TO ATTEND this open house.
Please bring a friend with persepctive students.Favorite Book Character Read along day.
Upperclassmen will read to the early childhood & primary grade students.
Student Appreciateion Day- ice cream sundae will be made by the children in the afternoon-school auditorium.Crazy sock, tie, hat day & hair day (no dye permitted)! 1/2 Day 8:30 am Catholic Schools Week Mass
Half Day 11:30 Dismissal Aftercare available
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Total tuition & fees per child has increase approximately $175 annually. This is a modest increase of 2%.
Dear Parents,
I pray that this email finds you well!
The tuition and fees for the 2019-2020 School Year have been approved by the Regional Board of the Northeast/East Bronx.
*** Families with INCOMING Kindergarten Children may apply for a TADS FINANCIAL AID SCHOLARSHIP (depending on your household size and income) as Kindergarten children are considered "new" to our school.- Tuition will be billed through SMART TUITION and payable in ten monthly installments beginning August 2019- May 2020.
- Smart Tuition Fee = Remains $40 per family.
- Fundraising = $350 (option to pre-pay once again in the amount of $250 DUE IN NOVEMBER 2019 VIA SMART TUITION)
- Mandatory Raffle= Remains at $100 DUE IN JANUARY of 2020 VIA SMART TUITION.
THE APPLICATION FEE of $125 PER CHILD PAYABLE TO TADS DUE BY APRIL 15th. AFTER APRIL 15th, IT WILL BE INCREASED TO $225 PER CHILD. THEREFORE, PLEASE RE-REGISTER EARLY!
All in all, these increases are VERY MODEST due to the rising costs of day-to -day operational expenses. The increase is approximately $17.50 per month.
As was the case last year, returning families will receive a PERSONALIZED TUITION LETTER FOR THE 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR. These letter will be sent home once they are made available to me sometime next week.
Parents will receive an email FOR EACH CHILD from SUPPORT@TADS.COM on Wednesday, February 6, 2019. Please use the LINK IN THE EMAIL(S) RECEIVED and log on to your TADS ACCOUNT with the SAME USERNAME & PASSWORD you used for this school year. Parents are asked to view and confirm the correct information for the 2019-2020 school year. Seats are only reserved once the application fee has been paid to TADS.
As always, should you have any questions please fee free to reach out to me at your convenience.
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
Please join me in congratulating the Students of the Month for January 2019. This months virtue is Prudence.Student of the Month
January 2019Value of the Month Prudence Pre-K 3 Brooke MittMittermeier Pre- K 4 Francesca Trotta Kindergarten Hevean Gonzalez Grade 1 Liam Lara Grade 2 Kasie Leich Grade 3 Nicholas Cherubino Grade 4 Sofia Gonzalez Grade 5 Jazlyn Kilmer Grade 6-31 Tania Nava Grade 6-32 Bryce Perry Grade 7 Katherine Chambers Grade 8 Alyssa Walsh Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
Happy Third Week of Advent!
Just a few reminders for this last week of school before we prepare to celebrate in the festivities of Christmas Break with our beautiful families and friends!
Friday, December 21st BUSING will be available and it is a FULL DAY OF SCHOOL, however, aftercare will NOT BE IN SESSION.
Our Christmas Show will begin promptly at 1:00 pm, doors will open at 12:45 pm.
Pre-K students may wear their Christmas Pajamas to school on Friday.
Students in grades 1 & 2 should wear their GYM UNIFORM on Friday.
Students in Kindergarten and grades 3-8 may DRESS UP in red and green colors. Please do not go out and buy anything special. Please NO jeans/sneakers.
Thanking you in advance, as I will NOT be dismissing any child after he/she performs in the show. All children will be dismissed at their regularly scheduled dismissal locations. If I make an exception for one, I must do it for all. Thank you for your understanding as the day of the show is a little hectic:)
A look ahead for January 2019:
Wednesday, January 2nd classes resume.
Friday, January 4th is a FULL DAY of school.
Students in Kindergarten- Grade 8 will be taking the second ADNY Online Interim Assessment beginning the week of January 7th. Please no student absences!
Monday January 7th - Friday, January 11th is Mid Term Exam Week. Students in Grades 3-5 will only take a Religion Mid-Term Exam and it will be entered as an assignment into second quarter and linked as a "summative assessment." Students in grades 6-8 will take Mid-Term Exams in Religion, ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies and will be identified on their report card as such.
Tuesdays January 8th & 29th are "Touring Tuesdays." Please encourage some of your own family members and friends to come and visit St. Benedict's during our two open houses to see what all the wonderful programs we have to offer here at St. Benedict School. Please encourage your family and friends to join our St. Benedict Family!
Friday, January 11th is a half day. Dismissal is at 11:30 am. Lunch & Aftercare will be available for those students registered in the programs.
Wednesday, January 16th Catholic High School Acceptance notices will be mailed out to our 8th grade children. Please do NOT panic if you do not receive high school notices on Wednesday. It may take a couple of days to have the letters delivered to your respective homes. Please keep our 8th graders in your thoughts and prayers as they take their first step as they transition into high school.
Monday, January 21st St. Benedict School will be CLOSED in observance of Martin Luther King Day!
***WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 6th PARENTS WILL RECEIVE ON EMAIL FROM TADS INVITING FAMILIES TO RE-REGISTER THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR. THE PROCESS IS THE SAME AS LAST YEAR. PARENTS, RECEIVE THE EMAIL, CLICK ON THE PERSONALIZED LINK WITHIN THAT EMAIL, LOG INTO YOUR TADS ACCOUNT AND RE-REGISTER YOUR CHILD. AS SIMPLE AS ONE, TWO THREE, FINGERS CROSSED. TUITION RATES FOR THE 19-20 SCHOOL YEAR WILL BE FORTHCOMING, AS SOON AS THEY ARE MADE AVAILABLE TO ME.
Sunday, January 27th kicks off Catholic School Week. There will be a number of events planned for this special week. Parents will receive an email highlighting all the events towards the middle of January 2018. This is our chance to celebrate who we are as a Catholic School.
Friday, January 25th is the last day of the second marking period.
St. Benedict, Pray for us!
Our Lady Queen of Peace, Pray for us!
Cardinal Cooke Servant of God, Pray for us!
Wishing you and your beautiful families a very Blessed and Merry Christmas Season!
Peace and Prayers,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
Happy Feast Day of St. Nicholas!
Please join me in congratulating the Students of the Month for December 2018. This months virtue is Patience.Student of the Month
December 2018Value of the Month Patience Pre-K 3 Valentina Rodriguez Pre- K 4 Taylor Bricker Kindergarten Oliver Baez Grade 1 Dominic Ventola Grade 2 Joaquin Cruz Grade 3 Vincent Bulla Grade 4 Eric Rosa Grade 5 Emily Aristy Grade 6-31 Christopher Infante Grade 6-32 Genesis Zumba Grade 7 Angellina Mestousis Grade 8 Lia Michelle Germosen-Jimenez
Please join us at the 8:30 am Parish Mass tomorrow morning. Immediately following the Mass, we will come back to school and light our Christmas Tree in front of the school. I have invited the children to bring in an ornament so that they may hang it up on the Christmas Tree.
Tomorrow is a half day with dismissal at 11:30 am, however, Aftercare will be available through 6 pm.
Have a great day and stay warm!
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
Happy Advent!
Dear Jesus, you are the hope in our messy world. This Advent, help us slow down, listen to your voice, and focus on what’s really important. We place our hope in you as we prepare our hearts to celebrate your birth on Christmas Day. Amen.
It certainly is the most wonderful time of the year! A few highlights below for the month of December. I could swear it was just the first day of school and we were praying for cooler weather!- Saturday, December 1st, The Parent Organization will sponsor "Cocoa with Santa" in the school auditorium from 11:00-1:00 pm for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 4 children. Tickets are $7.00 per student & $3.00 per sibling.
- The second "Touring Tuesday" of the year is scheduled for December 4th. Please encourage family and friends to come and visit St. Benedict School between 9:00-11:00 am.
- On Tuesday, December 4th at 1:05 pm students in Grades 3-5 will have an opportunity to go to Confession at the Church.
- Kindergarten - Grade 8 Students that signed up for the "Big Apple Circus" will attend on Wednesday, December 5th. Please be sure to return the official ADNY Permission Slip to your child's homeroom teacher if you have not done so already. The children may wear their GYM UNIFORM to the Big Apple Circus.
- On Thursday, December 6th at 1:05 pm students in Grades 6-8 will have an opportunity to go to Confession at the Church.
- Friday, December 7th is a half day. Dismissal is at 11:30 am. Lunch and Aftercare will be available. Please join us at the 8:30 am Parish Mass. Upon our return to school, we will be lighting our Christmas Tree in the front of the school.
- Saturday, December 8th the Feast of the Immaculate Conception (Holy Day of Obligation.) Please remember to attend Mass.
- Tuesday-Thursday December 11-1
3th St. Benedict Parent Organization will once again sponsor their annual "Christmas Sale." Students will have an opportunity to purchase Christmas Gifts for their loved ones. Gifts range from $1.00 -$12.00. If you wish for your child to participate, please place money in a sealed envelope with your child's name, class, and labeled "Christmas Sale."
- Student Progress Reports for the Second Marking Period will be sent home with the children on Friday, December 14th. Please be sure to sign and return the progress report to your child's homeroom teacher by Tuesday, December 18th. Santa Claus will be coming to town on Friday, December 14th to visit our Pre-K 3, 4 and Kindergarten students at 1:00 pm. Please be sure to read the letter that was sent home by your child's homeroom teacher for further details.
- Friday, December 21st our annual Christmas Show will take place in the school auditorium beginning at 1:15 pm, doors will open at 1:00 pm. Dismissal will take place at normal time and locations. Students WILL NOT be dismissed after they perform. Aftercare WILL NOT be available on December 21st.
St. Benedict School will be closed for Christmas break from Monday, December 24 through Tuesday, January 1st. Classes will resume on Wednesday, January 2, 2019. ADNY MAP Testing will begin on Thursday, January 3rd.
As always, if you have any questions, concerns, please feel free to contact me at your convenience, or simply stop by the main office.
Wishing you a very blessed Advent Season!
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
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Dear St. Benedict School Community,
On behalf of Fr. Stephen Norton, pastor of St. Benedict's, myself, all of the teachers & staff please accept our warmest wishes for a very Blessed and peaceful Thanksgiving Season. May God continue to bless each and everyone of our families abundantly as we prepare to sit down and enjoy the company of family and friends.
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,Happy All Saints Day!
Please join me in congratulating the students of the month for November 2018. The value of the month is Docility.
Student of the Month
November 2018
Value of the Month "Docility"Pre-K 3 Jolanie Ochoa Pre-K 4 Greyson Manganiello Kindergarten Daniel Cipollone Grade 1 Jade Campbell Grade 2 Brian Vega Grade 3 Ashima Bacchus Grade 4 Brian Gonzalez Grade 5 Leila Gerena Grade 6-31 Isabella Montalvo Grade 6-32 Nicolas Muranelli Grade 7 Nia Bligen Grade 8 Kristian Engeldrum
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
I pray this email finds you well!
Just a few reminders regarding October 31st, Halloween Day.
Weather permitting, fingers crossed, for grades Pre-K 3 through 5, the parade will begin at the REAR SCHOOLYARD at 12:45 pm. Students may dress down in black and orange, or wear their GYM UNIFORM to school. Students will have an opportunity to change into their Halloween Costume before the parade (no props or masks permitted). Following the parade, these students will have an opportunity to go "Trick or Treating" in our rear school yard.
The junior high school students, grades 6-8 will watch a Halloween Movie in the school auditorium beginning at 1:00 pm. They will have an opportunity to buy goodies at the P.O. Sponsored Bake Sale. If you wish to bring in goodies for the bake sale, please bring in those items to the school auditorium by 9:00 am the morning of Halloween Day. Items will be sold for $1 or less.
Give thanks to the Lord for he is good; his love endures forever! Yes, Thanksgiving is fast approaching, however, we have a lot going on here at St. Benedict's School before we can sit down and enjoy the company of family and friends on Thanksgiving Day!
Thursday, November 1st is All Saints Day. Please join us at the 8:30 am Parish Mass at St. Benedict's Church for this Holy Day of Obligation. On the afternoon of November 1st, the NYPD along with their K-9 Unit will put on a demonstration for our student body at 1:00 pm in our school auditorium.
Friday, November 2nd is a a half day with dismissal at 11:30 am. Lunch and aftercare will be available for those students registered in the program. Please keep our 8th grade students in your thoughts and prayers as they will be taking the TACHS (Test for Acceptance into Catholic High Schools).
St. Benedict's Opening Basketball Day is Saturday, November 3rd. All six basketball teams will play at home.
Basketball Opening Day
10:00 am - Gidgets vs.St. Raymond's; 11:15 am - Midgets vs. St. Gabriel's; 12:30 pm - JV Girls vs. St. Frances de Chantal; 1:45 pm - JV Boys vs. St. Frances de Chantal; 3:00 pm - Varsity Girls vs. Christ the King; 4:15 pm - Varsity Boys vs. Villa Maria Academy
Please turn your CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR ON Sunday, November 4th.
Friday, November 9th is St. Benedict School Spirit Day. All students may dress down and wear their purchased St. Benedict Spirit Day Tee Shirt or Gym Uniform Shirt ONLY. There will be various activities planned for the students and faculty that will take place in the gymnasium on the afternoon of November 9th. The first marking period ends on Friday, November 9th. Educate will CLOSE to all parents as we begin to finalize grades for the first report card.
St. Benedict School will be CLOSED for Veteran's Day on Monday, November 12th. Please join St. Benedict School at the Bronx Veteran's Day Parade on Sunday, November 18th. We will meet at the intersection of East Tremont and Lafayette Avenue at 11:00 am. The parade will begin at 12:00 pm. The route of the parade will begin at this point and end at the Veterans' Memorial Park, which is located along the Veterans' Memorial Drive.
"Touring Tuesday" is scheduled for Tuesday, November 13th from 9-11 am. . Please spread the word to perspective parents. It's their chance to come and spend a few hours at St. Benedict School to take a first hand look at all the great things we have to offer the students. Before you know it, the registration for the 2019-2020 school year will begin!
If you have not purchased your tickets for the 90th Anniversary of our beloved school - St. Benedict's, please do so. Tickets are $40 each and may be purchased at the school office. The celebration is scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 17th at 6 pm in our school auditorium. For your convenience, I have attached the invite (please visit our "events tab").
Our 7th Grade Students will be going to St. Benedict Church Convent for their Confirmation Retreat on Monday, November 19th.
Parent Teacher Report Card Conferences are scheduled for Tuesday, November 20th from 3-5 pm and 6-8 pm. Appointments are NOT necessary. Please be sure thatALL FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS ARE UP-TO-DATE through November 15th Smart Tuition Payment, so that you may be able to meet with your child's teacher and discuss his/her progress thus far.
Once again St. Benedict School will be collecting canned food and non-perishable food items for our Thanksgiving Food Drive. Each homeroom will be assigned a specific food/beverage item to bring in for the food drive. Please see below.
Pre- Kindergarten 3 and 4 and Kindergarten = Dessert items (Jello, pudding boxes, muffin, cake mixes)
Grade 1 = Boxes of Stuffing
Grade 2 = Boxes of Pasta/Rice
Grade 3 = Canned Fruit
Grade 4 = Canned Vegetables
Grade 5 = Canned Gravy
Grade 6 = Canned Tomato Sauce
Grade 7 = Canned Soup
Grade 8 = Beverages
Wednesday, November 21st is a half day with dismissal at 11:30 am. LUNCH AND AFTERCARE WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE. Please join us at the 9:15 am Thanksgiving School Mass at St. Benedict Church.
St. Benedict School will be CLOSED ON Thursday & Friday November 22nd and 23rd for Thanksgiving Recess. Classes will resume on Monday, November 26th.
*** Please be advised that St. Benedict School has completed it's Fall Asbestos Inspection on October 11th. St. Benedict School is within compliance.
St. Benedict School was able to keep the "Stanley Cup" in Math (displayed outside the main office) for the most improved NYS Math scores for the second year in a row! God bless us all for our tireless efforts!
As always, if you have any questions please feel free to contact me at your convenience.
Wishing you and your loved ones a very Blessed Thanksgiving Season!
St. Benedict, Pray for Us,
Our Lady Queen of Peace, Pray for Us,
Cardinal Cooke Servant of God, Pray for Us!
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
I pray this email finds you well!
Please find below a letter from Dr. Timothy McNiff, Superintendent of School, for the Archdiocese of New York, regarding student performance on the 2017-2018 NYS Exams in Math & ELA for Grades 3-8.
I am especially pleased with our scores in both Math and ELA!
For Math the percentage of students meeting or exceeding proficiency within the Archdiocese of New York was 50%. However, 72% of our students in grades 3-8 met or exceeded proficiency on the NYS Math Exam!
For ELA the percentage of students meeting or exceeding proficiency within the Archdiocese of New York was 55%. However, 66% of our students in grades 3-8 met or exceeded proficiency on the NYS ELA Exam!
I will be receiving individual student performance scores for both Math & ELA within the next week or so. Once, I receive them I will be sure to send them home with your child.
May God bless us and help us to continue to grow both spiritually & academically.
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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October 1, 2018
Dear Parents,
Happy St. Francis of Assisi Feast Day! May the patron saint of all animals continue to bless and watch over our dear and beloved pets!Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow Friday, October 5th is a half day. Dismissal for all is 11:30 am. Of course, if your child is registered for the aftercare program, the program will be available through 6 pm. Please join us tomorrow at the 8:30 am Parish Mass which will be celebrated by Fr. Dan Tuite.
This Saturday, October 6th, Fr. Norton, will be blessing the animals on the front steps of St. Benedict Church at 12:00 noon. Please feel free to stop by with your pet for a blessing.
Please join me in congratulating the Students of the Month for September & October. This year, the monthly recipients will receive a certificate and a NUT (no uniform today) Coupon!
Student of the Month
September 2018Grade Value of the Month "Industriousness" Pre-K 3 Anthony Ortiz Pre-K 4 Miguel Tirado Kindergarten Adriana Matos Grade 1 Cheyenne Febres Grade 2 Aidan Buchan Grade 3 Julian Febres Grade 4 Matthew Rivera Grade 5 Elizabeth Espinosa Grade 6-31 Alyssa Diaz Grade 6-32 Rafael Guzman Grade 7 Briana Cherubino Grade 8 Matthew Rivera Student of the Month
October 2018Grade Value of the Month "Respect" Pre-K 3 Michael Gilmartin Pre-K 4 Madison Manning Kindergarten Sean Dodwell Grade 1 Dominic Filippone Grade 2 Peyton McPartland Grade 3 Gabrielle Olivio Grade 4 Athena Marquart Grade 5 Jaylene Maisonette Grade 6-31 Frankie Tienken Grade 6-32 Jacklyn Aylward Grade 7 Justin Scavone Grade 8 Emily Broderick
Enjoy your well deserved three-day weekend!Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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October 1, 2018
Dear Parents,
I pray that this email finds you well! Finally, Fall is in the air. Actually, it will smell like chocolate soon, because World’s Finest Chocolate is expected to be delivered this coming Friday. LOL.
First and foremost, thank you for a very smooth first month of school!
MAP testing is now behind us, at least until January.
Just a few reminders for this school month:
ST. BENEDICT SCHOOL WILL BE CLOSED, TOMORROW TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25th FOR A CONFERENCE DAY. STUDENTS DO NOT HAVE CLASSES.- Fall Fundraiser (chocolate sale) will begin on Monday, October 1st.
- Please join us on Friday, October 5th at the parish Mass at St. Benedict Church at 8:30 am. The 5th will be a half day, with lunch and aftercare available for those registered.
- St. Benedict’s will be closed in observance of Columbus Day on Monday, October 8th.
- Student’s should report to school in their full fall/winter uniform on Tuesday, October 9th. Please refer to our Parent/Student Handbook for the complete uniform code.
- 1st Marking Period Progress Reports will be sent home with the children on Tuesday, October 9th. Please be sure to collect the progress report from your child, sign it, and return to your child's homeroom teacher.
- 8th grade students will be measured for Cap & Gowns on Thursday, October 11th.
- The P.O. sponsored Movie Night for Grades 5 & 6 is scheduled for Friday, October 12th. Please send in your RSVP if you have not done so already.
- 8th grade parents please be sure to register your child for the TACHS Exam by Monday, October 15th!
- Our 5th graders will be going to the Queens Country Farm on Monday, October 15th. Please be sure to return the official ADNY Permission slip to Mrs. Berardini if you have not done so already.
- SMILE! School Picture Day is set for Thursday, October 18th for pre-kindergarten – grade 7 students only. 8th grade students will only be taking the class picture on this day. Their individual graduation pictures will be taken in February 2019.
- St. Benedict School will be closed on Monday, October 22 for teacher professional development day.
- The annual P.O. Sponsored Junior High School Halloween Dance is scheduled for Friday, October 26th in the school auditorium from 7-10 pm. Ticket information will be forthcoming.
- Our 3rd graders will be going to the Queens Country Farm on Monday, October 29th. Please be sure to return the official ADNY Permission slip to Mrs. Siciliano if you have not done so already.
- Calling all parents of Pre-kindergarten through Grade 5. Please join us on Halloween Day, October 31st for our annual Halloween Parade beginning at 12:45 pm. Please pray for nice weather!
- St. Benedict School entered into the Bronx 12 School Spirit Competition. If St. Benedict's is one of the four schools with the most votes, News 12 Meteorologist Mike Rizzo will come to our school and do a live weather broadcast at noon one Wednesday during the month of October. Please click on the link and vote for our school! http://bronx.news12.
com/link/803531/submit-school- spirit-showdown - Please be sure to return your 90th Anniversary Form with $40 to reserve your seat at our celebration scheduled for Saturday, November 17th. Ticket sales have been slow. Secondly, if you are placing an order for our St. Benedict Spirit Shirt, please be sure to send in the form and money before October 9! Please see attached flyers.
That’s all for now. As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me at your convenience.
St. Benedict, Pray for us!
Our Lady Queen of Peace, Pray for us!
Cardinal Cooke Servant of God, Pray for us!
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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September 5, 2018
Dear Parents,
I pray this email finds you well! We made it through the first day of school! Thank You, thank you, thank you for a very smooth start. God certainly answered our prayers and blessed us all with a beautiful but VERY HOT and HUMID day, but we made it through! Even Bronx News 12 came to our opening day!
A warm welcome to all of the new families of the St. Benedict School Community! Thank you for entrusting your children in our care.
There is a lot going on this first month of school. Please see below some friendly reminders regarding this month.- Tomorrow is a FULL-DAY of school. The bus, breakfast and lunch programs begin. Aftercare will NOT begin until Monday, September 10th.
- Please join us at the Mass of the Holy Spirit on Friday, September 7th at 9:15 am at St. Benedict Church. I will not be sending the Pre-Kindergarten children to the Mass. God knows they will need time to adjust to the daily routine of school life. Kindergarten through grade 8 will attend.
- Fr. Stephen Norton, Pastor of St. Benedict Church, will be "Blessing School Back Packs" this weekend at the various Masses at St. Benedict Church. The Mass schedule is as follows: Sat. Vigil 4:00 pm, Sunday, 7:00 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am, and 7:00 pm.
- Our Aftercare program begins this Monday, September 10th. Please refer to the opening day packet that was sent home with your child today. This packet contains the aftercare registration form ($25 application fee for Aftercare will be collected AT THE SCHOOL) and the different options offered for our aftercare program. Smart Tuition will be collecting all fees including tuition, aftercare, breakfast, lunch and fundraising.
- Wednesday, September 12th at 7:00 pm is our Back to School Night for parents of students in Grades 1-7.
- Thursday, September 13th at 7:00 pm is our Back to School Nigh for parents of 8th graders only. Mrs. Villani and I will be discussing the high school application process for Catholic, Public and Specialized High Schools.
- Please be sure to return the following forms to your child's homeroom teacher by Friday, September 14th. 1. Emergency Cards, 2. Parent/Student Handbook sign-off sheet, 3. Media Release sign-off sheet, 4. Telecommunications sign-off sheet, 5. Pre-pay Fundraiser Option form, 6. Medical Needs form, 7. ADNY Income Survey, and 8. Home Language Survey. I have also attached these forms to this email for your review as well. Please note that the 2018-2019 Parent-Student Handbook/Calendar has been sent home with your YOUNGEST CHILD if you have multiple children within the school.
- Students in Grades K-8 will be taking MAP testing beginning Monday, September 17th.
- Tuesday & Wednesday, September 18th & 19th Confessions will be heard for students in Grades 3-5 and 6-8 respectively.
- Sunday, September 23rd is the 7th Grade Mandatory Confirmation Initiation Mass at 9:30 am at St. Benedict's Church. Immediately following the Mass, Fr. Norton and I will be meeting with the Confirmation Candidates and parents regarding the Sacrament of Confirmation. (Just as an FYI, Confirmation is scheduled to take place at 9:30 am on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at St. Benedict Church.)
- Mark your calendar Saturday, September 22nd are tryouts for St. Benedict's Basketball Teams. The tryout schedule is as follows:
- Girls: Grades 2-4 at 9:00 am
- Boys: Grades 2-4 at 10:00 am
- Girls: Grades 5 & 6 at 11:00 am
- Boys: Grades 5 & 6 at 12:00 pm
- Girls: Grades 7 & 8 at 1:00 pm
- Boys: Grades 7 & 8 at 2:00 pm
- Sunday, September 23rd:
- Girls: Grades 2-4 at 12:00 pm
- Boys: Grades 2-4 at 1:00 pm
- Girls: Grades 5 & 6 at 2:00 pm
- Boys: Grades 5 & 6 at 3:00 pm
- Girls: Grades 7 & 8 at 4:00 pm
- Boys: Grades 7 & 8 at 5:00 pm.
- St. Benedict School will be CLOSED on Tuesday, September 25th as the teachers and I have a professional development scheduled.
- Sunday, September 30th is the 2nd Grade Mandatory Communion Initiation Mass at 9:30 am at St. Benedict's Church. Immediately following the Mass, Fr. Norton and I will be meeting with the Communion Candidates and parents regarding the Sacrament of Communion. (Just as an FYI, Communion is scheduled to take place at 9:30 am on Saturday, May 4th, 2019 at St. Benedict Church.)
As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me at your convenience. Wishing all of us a very successful and productive school year filled with learning, laughter and spiritual growth. St. Benedict, Pray for us, Our Lady, Pray for us, Cardinal Cooke- Servant of God, Pray for us!
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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July 26, 2018
Dear Parents and Students,
I pray that this letter finds you well and that you had an opportunity to relax and enjoy your summer break with family and friends thus far. I am excited to embrace and welcome the 2018-2019 academic year. This year St. Benedict School celebrates 90 years of Catholic Education. Gospel truths, values and attitudes are the primary work of St. Benedict School. St. Benedict’s sees its service of education as contributing to the Church, the world, and the local community of Throgs Neck. We are very blessed to have alumni of St. Benedict’s come back to continue to pass on the legacy of St. Benedict School. Mr. Alan Mojica, Technology Teacher - class of 1975, Mrs. Phyllis Posimato Mestousis, PK 3 Lead Teacher - class of 1980, Mrs. Susan Meade Carrecia, PK 4 Teacher Aide - class of 1980, Mrs. Dawn Ammirati Serafin, Grade 2 teacher - class of 1986, Ms. Theresa Marmo, PK 3 Teacher aide - class of 1994, and last but certainly not least, Mr. Ben Piacquadio, Grade 7 Teacher - class of 2003.
Please mark your calendars for Saturday, November 17, 2018 for the 90th Anniversary Celebration. We will be hosting a buffet dinner celebration in our school auditorium beginning at 6:00 pm. Additional information will be forthcoming. Stay tuned!
Last year was a tough year for me personally, with the passing of my brother, but thanks to my St. Benedict’s family, I made it through that very trying time. From the bottom of my heart, thank you! I look forward in building many more fond memories this school year. St. Benedict pray for us!
As we prepare for the opening week of school, please see below important information regarding the first week of school, uniform code, immunization requirements and tuition & fees.
A look ahead:
Students report back to school on Wednesday, September 5th and should report to the locations below:
- Grades 6, 7 & 8 report to the schoolyard on the left hand side of the main entrance of the school at 8:00 am. Please note we will have two classes for the 6th grade due to increased enrollment.
- Grades 1-5 report to the rear schoolyard at 8:30 am.
- Pre-K-3, Pre-K-4, and Kg report to the schoolyard on the right hand side of the main entrance of the school at 9:00 am.
- In the event of inclement weather, ALL STUDENTS WILL LINE- UP IN THE SCHOOL AUDITORIUM. PLEASE ENTER THROUGH THE MAIN SCHOOL ENTRANCE.
- Students in Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten will be dismissed at 11:00 am, students in grades 1-8 will be dismissed at 11:30 am.
- Thursday September 6th (Full Day of School). Bus service, breakfast & lunch programs begin.
- Aftercare program will begin on Monday, September 10th.
Please join us at 9:15 am at St. Benedict Church on Friday, September 7th for the Mass of the Holy Spirit. Friday, September 7th will be a full day of school.
Back to School Night Schedules:
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Tuesday, September 4th Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten Parents
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Wednesday, September 12th Grades 1-7 parents
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Thursday, September 13th Grade 8 parents
*All back to school nights will be in the held in the school auditorium and will begin at 7 pm.
Sacramental Mandatory Meetings:
- Confirmation Meeting for 7th Grade Students and parents on Sunday, September 23rd following the 9:30 am Confirmation Initiation Mass.
- First Holy Communion Meeting for 2nd Grade Students and parents on Sunday, September 30th following the 9:30 am Communion Initiation Mass.
All Students are expected to report to school in their Summer Uniform
Boys:
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Pre-kindergarten & Kindergarten: Navy Blue Nylon Gym Shorts with Silk Screen & Navy Gym Tee Shirt with Silk Screen & Sneakers.
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Grades 1-8: Navy Boy’s Twill Walking Shorts, OR Grey Twill Pants & Ash Short Sleeve Polo Shirt with Logo, belt, black crew socks and black tie up shoe.
Girls:
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Pre-kindergarten & Kindergarten: Navy Blue Nylon Gym Shorts with Silk Screen & Navy Gym Tee Shirt with Silk Screen & Sneakers.
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Grades 1-5: Navy Plaid Split Front Jumper with Emblem and White Short Sleeve Peter Pan Collar Blouse, OR Navy Girls Twill Walking Shorts/Navy Skort with Ash Short Sleeve Polo Shirt with logo, Navy Orlon Knee-hi with flat black/blue tie up shoes.
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Grades 6-8: Charcoal Grey Triblend Girls Slacks with White Short Sleeve Collar Blouse, OR Navy Girls Twill Walking Shorts with Ash Short Sleeve Polo Shirt, belt with black/blue tie up shoes.
*** Please be sure that all hair highlights are removed before the first day of school!
Summer Reading and Math
Please be sure all students in grades 1-8 complete their required summer Reading and Math Assignments. Students received a copy of their summer reading list, and the Mathletics online program on the last day of school in June. New incoming students received their summer assignments via mail. Students will be evaluated on the Summer Reading Assignment during the week of September 10th.
Updated Physical and Medical Forms and Immunizations
BEFORE the first day of school all PRE-K 3, PRE-K 4, KINDERGARTEN & NEW STUDENTS TO ST. BENEDICT SCHOOL MUST PROVIDE a completed Medical Form to Mrs. Foley. Any new student that does not have a medical form on file MAY NOT REPORT TO SCHOOL ON SEPTEMBER 5th. Students are REQUIRED to have ALL vaccinations as mandated by the Department of Health BEFORE admission to school.
Tuition/Fees/Lunch/Aftercare/F
undraising/ Graduation Fees By now you should have received your Smart Tuition schedule of payments. Please be up-to-date with tuition payments. Tuition is due the 15th of each month. ALL tuition, fees, fundraising, lunch, aftercare & graduation fees payments MUST be paid directly to SMART TUITION NOT THE SCHOOL. Additional information will be forthcoming at the Back to School Meetings.
The school office will be open during the month of August on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 8:30-1:30 pm, should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me or drop by the office.
Looking forward for a very productive and successful school year!
St. Benedict, Pray for Us, Our Lady, Pray for Us, Cardinal Cooke-Servant of God, Pray for Us!
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
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Principal
St. Benedict School
June 15, 2018
Dear Parents,
It is now almost 4:00 pm and I just had a chance to finally sit down and write this well-deserved email to each of you.
Let me take this opportunity to thank you for allowing, Fr. Norton, myself, the faculty and staff of St. Benedict School to be a part of your family! We are truly blessed to have such amazing students and parents. I am so very proud of each and every one of our students. They are all very special and unique in their own way. However, in the end we are all God's children, created in His image.
To all of my families that are moving/relocating, please keep in touch and be assured of our continued prayers for you and your children.
To all of our returning families this September, wishing you all a very peaceful, relaxing and well-deserved summer vacation.
The school office will remain open throughout the summer. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to me at your convenience.
St. Benedict's PRAY FOR US!
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
P.S. Happy Father's Day Weekend!!!
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Dear Parents,
Happy almost June! Just a few reminders for the last couple of weeks of school.Final Exam Schedule May/June 2018
Final Exams are worth 10% of the Final Grade
Grades 3 & 4 will take Exams in Religion, ELA & Math
Grades 5-8 will take Exams in Religion, ELA, Math, Science & Social Studies
FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE GRADES 3-7Wednesday, May 30 ADNY Religion Exam, Grades 3-7 Thursday, May 31 Social Studies Exam, Grades 5-7 Monday, June 4 ELA Exam, Grades 3-7 Tuesday, June 5 Science Exam, Grades 5-7 Wednesday, June 6 Math Exam Grades 3-7 FINAL EXAM SCHEDULE GRADE 8 ONLY
Wednesday, May 30 ADNY Religion Exam & ELA Exam Thursday, May 31 Social Studies Exam Monday, June 4 Math & Science Exams
Student of the Month
June 2018Grade Value of the Month "Loyalty" Pre-K 3 Aiden Ayala Pre-K 4 Lucas Ortiz Kindergarten Jade Campbell Grade 1 Briana Tsibidis Grade 2 Chael Baijnauth Grade 3 Mallory Ventola Grade 4 Grace Rice Grade 5 Emily Gutierrez Grade 6 Nicole King Grade 7 Madison Russo Grade 8 Joseph Panza
Friday, June 1st is a FULL DAY of School!
Saturday, June 2nd, Fr. Norton will be blessing bicycles, scooters, skateboards, roller skates and roller blades on the front steps of St. Benedict Church at 12:00 noon. Please join us!
Please join us on Sunday, June 3rd at the 9:30 am Parish Graduation Mass. 8th graders should come to church dressed up wearing their graduation caps and gowns.
Thursday, June 7th St. Benedict Trophy Night beginning at 7:00 pm in the school auditorium.
Please join us on Friday, June 8th for the commencement exercise of the Graduating Class of 2018. The Graduation Ceremony will begin promptly at 7:00 pm at St. Benedict's Church.
Monday, June 11th at 9:30 am Pre-Kindergarten 4 Year Old "Stepping Up Ceremony." Pre-Kindergarten 3 Year Old "Stepping Up Ceremony" will take place at 12:00 noon. Both ceremonies will take place in the school auditorium.
Tuesday, June 12th at 9:30 am is the Kindergarten "Stepping Up Ceremony" in the school auditorium.
Tuesday, June 12th is the LAST FULL DAY OF SCHOOL & THE AFTERCARE PROGRAM.
Wednesday & Thursday, June 13th and 14th are half days with dismissal at 11:30 am.
Please join us at the End of the Year Mass on Thursday, June 14th at 9:15 am. The second semester honors assembly will take place immediately following the Mass.
Friday, June 15th is the last day of school. Report Cards will be sent home with your child.***** The Archdiocese of New York Catholic School System is going through the process of renewing the accreditation for all of our schools. Accreditation is the process of certifying that our school is one that provides an excellent Catholic education to all students. As part of this process, the accreditation team would like to know more about your experiences as parents of St. Benedict's School over the past year. Please support this process and complete the following survey no later than: June 15th. Our goal is 100% participation of our families.
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ed.org/surveys/#/action/73222/ 30484 St. Benedict Summer Enrichment Program will take place beginning Monday, June 18th - Friday June 29. Math will be offered from 8:00-10:00 am and ELA will be offered from 10:30-12:30 pm. The cost of the program is $150 per course.
Wishing you all a very Blessed Memorial Day Weekend, the unofficial start of Summer 2018:)
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
TGIF!
We just returned from our first Friday Mass and we acknowledged the students of the Month for May. The value is "hard work." Please join me in congratulating these students!Student of the Month
May 2018Grade Value of the Month "Work" Pre-Kindergarten 3 Lilian Brenan-Guzman Pre-Kindergarten 4 Ryan Buchan Kindergarten Cheyenne Febres Grade 1 Emmanuel Drevnak Grade 2 Annia Alonzo Grade 3 Armani Torres Grade 4 Christina Pooran Grade 5 Frank Tienken Grade 6 Melina Torres Grade 7 Rachel Evans Grade 8 Kailey Morales
Just a friendly reminder that the spring dress code will officially begin this Monday, May 7th.
This coming week on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, the children will have an opportunity to shop for Mother's Day at our Parent Organization sponsored Mother's Day Sale.
Please join us on Thursday, May 10th at the 8:30 am Parish Mass for the Ascension of Our Lord.
Please pray for our Communion students as they will receive Jesus for the first time tomorrow morning at 9:30 am.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
I pray that this email finds you well!
Just a few reminders for the month of Our Blessed Mother. The month of May is dedicated to Our Blessed Mother and it is a tribute of faith and love of which we pray to the Queen of Heaven.
Tuesday, May 1st, students in Grades 3-8 will take Session I of the NYS Math Exam. Please NO ABSENCES! Please be sure that the children get a good night's rest, eat breakfast and have at least three sharpened Number #2 Pencils.
Wednesday, May 2nd, students in Grades 3-8 will take Session II of the NYS Math Exam. Please NO ABSENCES!
Friday, May 4th, please join us at the 8:30 am parish Mass. Dismissal will be at 11:30 am. Lunch & aftercare will be available for those students registered in the programs. A big thank you to the Parent Organization for sponsoring the Teacher Appreciation Luncheon on the afternoon of May 4th. National Teacher Appreciation Day is Tuesday, May 8, 2018. We are so very blessed to have such amazing teachers in our school that continue to spread the "good news" in this vocation of Catholic Education.
Please keep our second grade students in your prayers, as they will receive Jesus for their first time on Saturday, May 5th First Holy Communion at 9:30 am! Students should report to Father Albert Hall (lower church of St. Benedict's) at 9:00 am.
Monday, May 7th St. Benedict SPRING UNIFORM BEGINS. Please refer to the parent/student handbook for specific uniform information.
The Parent Organization will be sponsoring their annual Mother's Day Sale on Tuesday, May 8th - Thursday, May 10th. Students will have an opportunity to attend the sale in our school auditorium to purchase items for their mothers, grandmothers and aunts. If you wish for your child to participate in the sale, send your child in with cash in a sealed envelope with your child's name and homeroom clearly marked.
Please join us at the 8:30 am parish Mass on Thursday, May 10th as we celebrate this Holy Day of Obligation for the Ascension of our Lord.
Friday, May 11th, 6th Graders will be attending a viewing of the "Lighting Thief" at Lehman Art Center. Please return the ADNY Official Permission Slip if you have not done so already. Also, on May 11th, our 3rd Graders will be attending the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at the Convent Chapel of St. Benedict's Church during their Religion class.
Sunday, May 13th Happy Mother's Day!
Monday, May 14th - Friday, May 18th students in Kindergarten through Grade 8 will take their final ADNY MAP ONLINE Interim Assessment.
Monday, May 14th students in Grades 3-5 will be attending a field trip to Green Meadow Farms. Please return the ADNY Official Permission Slip if you have not done so already. Obviously, these students will begin their ADNY MAP ONLINE Interim assessment on Tuesday, May 15th.
Thursday, May 17th our 8th Graders will be attending the Northeast/East Bronx Graduation Mass at St. Benedict Church at 10:00 am. Graduates may wear their SPRING UNIFORM to the Mass as all of the 8th graders from Catholic Schools will come together to celebrate their graduation from elementary school into high school!
Alejandro Escalona will represent St. Benedict School at the Northeast/East Bronx Regional Spelling Bee on Thursday, May 17th at 3:30 pm at St. Raymond's Elementary School. Good luck Alejandro!
Friday, May 18th, our 2nd Graders will be attending the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at the Convent Chapel of St. Benedict's Church during their Religion class.
Tuesday, May 22nd St. Benedict School will be CLOSED as the entire faculty and staff will be attending a professional development training on School Safety!
Wednesday, May 23rd, our 8th Graders will be going to Washington D.C for their traditional senior trip. 8th Graders may DRESS DOWN for this trip. The bus will leave the front of the school promptly at 6:00 am. The bus should return at approximately 11:30 pm. As we draw close to the school, the children will either call or text you from the bus anticipating our arrival back at the school.
Tuesday, May 29th, St. Benedict School will be OPEN as we will be making up our second snow day!
Wednesday, May 30th, students in grades 3-8 will be taking the Archdiocesan Religion Final Exam. Homeroom teachers will be sending home study guides as we draw closer to the exam.
Thursday, May 31st is the senior dinner dance for our 8th grade students at Michael's on the Water (formerly known as the Turner Club) on Clearance Avenue. The dinner dance will take place from 7-11 pm. I will NOT dismiss any student unless I see you at the end of the dance! You know that I am a paranoid father!
Lastly, St. Benedict School will be offering a Summer Enrichment Program the last two week of June (Monday, June 18- June 29th) for students that need to either attend summer school for promotion or brush up on their skills (Grade 3-7 ONLY). Additional information will be forthcoming.
As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me at your convenience.
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
Please join me in congratulating the students of the month for April 2018!
Student of the Month
April 2018
Grade Value of the Month "Responsiblity" Pre-Kindergarten 3 Mason Prioleau Pre-Kindergarten 4 James Bergen Kindergarten Leila Mendoza Grade 1 Gabriella Melendez Grade 2 Julian Febres Grade 3 Emily Sampson Grade 4 Jazlynn Kilmer Grade 5 Adriana Pedoto Grade 6 Briana Cherubino Grade 7 Ryan Pabon Grade 8 Jessica Dineen
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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First and foremost, THANK YOU for all your prayers and support during this most difficult time for myself and my family. Obviously, we were not prepared for Silvio's sudden passing at 58 years old, I guess God had other plans for him. When God closes one door, he opens another window!
On behalf of Fr. Norton, pastor of St. Benedict's Parish, myself, the faculty and staff, please accept our warmest wishes for a joyous Easter Season. May the peace of our risen Christ bring each of us a renewed sense of hope, joy and peace.
When we return from Easter Break on Monday, April 9th we will only have 48 school days remaining as we embrace the fourth marking period of the 2017-2018 school year! Who's counting.
Just a few reminders for the month of April 2018:
April 11th & 12th, New York State English Language Arts Test for students in Grades 3-8. Please NO ABSENCES! Please be sure that the children get a good night rest, eat breakfast, and have at least three sharpened # 2 pencils for the exams.
April 11th, Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Moving-Up Photos will be taken by Dante Studios.
Friday, April 13th, Students in grade 6 will attend the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the Convent Chapel of St. Benedict's Church during their religion class.
Monday, April 16th, Report Cards will be sent home with the children. Please be sure that ALL FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS are up-to-date. If not, I will have to withhold the report card on that day.
Tuesday, April 17th, Confirmation Practice at 7:00 pm at St. Benedict's Church for all 7th Grade Confirmation Candidates.
Friday, April 20th, Students in grade 5 will attend the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the Convent Chapel of St. Benedict's Church during their religion class & St. Benedict School Spelling Bee for students in grades 5-8 at 1:00 pm in the school auditorium.
Saturday, April 21st, Confirmation at 9:30 am at St. Benedict's Church.
Tuesday, April 24th, "Touring Tuesday" Please encourage perspective students of family member and friends to come and tour our beautiful school and join our St. Benedict's Family.
Friday, April 27th, Students in grade 4 will attend the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the Convent Chapel of St. Benedict's Church during their religion class & St. Benedict School Variety Show at 7:00 pm in the school auditorium.
***Sunday, April 1st the Re-Enrollment Fee will be $175 per student.
As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at the school.
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
I pray that this email finds you well!
Please join me in congratulating the Student's of the Month for March 2018. The value of the month is "Honest."Student of the Month
March 2018
Grade Value of the Month "Honesty" Pre-K 3 Greyson Manganiello Pre-K 4 Sophia Martinez Kindergarten Andrew Andino Grade 1 Joaquin Cruz Grade 2 Nicole Martinez Grade 3 Vivienne Scavone Grade 4 Elizabeth Espinosa Grade 5 Isabella Fallon Grade 6 Danielle De Mattia Grade 7 Alicia Santiago Grade 8 Ariel Lara - A reminder to please turn your clocks ahead one hour this Sunday, March 11th and to please join us in marching in the Throgs Neck St. Patrick's Day Parade. St. Benedict School has been asked to line up on the RITE AID SIDE of Lafayette Avenue between Calhoun and Quincy Avenues. The children may wear anything St. Benedict's to show their school spirit.
- We still have a little over 100 students that have yet to re-register at the reduced $100 rate. The rate will increase on April 1st to $175 per student. Why pay more?
As always if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at the school.
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
I pray this email finds you well!
We are almost half way through Lent! Warmer weather and Easter Sunday is just around the corner.
Just a few friendly reminders for the month of March.- Friday, March 2nd St. Benedict School will be CLOSED as the teachers and I have a professional development conference day to attend.
- Monday, March 5th the Spring Fundraiser ends & believe it or not, the third quarter progress reports will be send home with the children.
- Wednesday, March 7th is High School Registration Day for our current 8th graders following dismissal. I am very proud of them. Collectively, they have earned $225,000 worth of scholarships! Way to go!
- Wednesday, March 7th and Thursday, March 8th students in grades 3-5 & 6-8 respectfully will be going to confessions.
- Friday, March 9th is a half day. The children will be attending the 8:30 am Parish Mass and dismissal is at 11:30 am. Lunch and aftercare are available for those students registered in the programs.
- Please join us on Sunday, March 11th at the Throggs Neck Saint Patrick's Day Parade. St. Benedict School will be marching once again! Students may show their support by wearing their spirit wear and/or sports uniform/cheer leading uniform. "Benny the Raven", our school mascot will be marching too! Please pray for a beautiful day. Please also remember to "Spring Ahead" one hour.
- March 13th is "Touring Tuesday." Please encourage your family and friends to visit our beautiful school and become a part of our St. Benedict Family.
- Thursday, March 15th our 7th Grade Students will be going to Museum of the American Revolution in Philadelphia. Buses will be leaving at 7:30 am SHARP. The students should return by 6:00 pm.
- Friday March 16th we will have our Green Dress Down Day in honor of St. Patrick's Day. Students may wear something green. They may wear jeans (no holes/rips). Please join us at 7:00 pm at our annual St. Benedict School Raffle Dinner. Please RSVP to this email if you plan on attending. Adults only.
- The Parent Organization will be selling Palm Crosses on the weekends of March 17 & 18 and March 24 & 25 immediately after each Mass at St. Benedict's Church. Palm Crosses may be purchased for $10 each.
- Please pray for our second grade children as they will be receiving the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time on Tuesday, March 20th at 1:00 pm.
- First prize winners of the St. Benedict School Science Fair will represent our school at the Bronx Science Fair on Thursday, March 22nd at Mount Saint Michael Academy for Boys beginning at 3:00 pm. I will be sending a separate email to the parents of our grade level first prize winners as we draw closer to the Bronx Science Fair which will contain all the final details.
- Our 7th Grade Students will be attending Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament on Friday, March 23rd.
- St. Benedict's Spring Show is scheduled to take place on Friday, March 23rd in our school auditorium beginning at 6:30 pm. Tickets may be purchased for $5.00 each, excluding performers. Seating is limited, no more than three tickets per family. NO tickets will be sold at the door.
- St. Benedict School will be in session on Wednesday, March 28th as we will make-up our first snow day on that day. Please note there is NO AFTERCARE on Wednesday, March 28th. The third marking period also ends on March 28th! Easter Recess begins on Thursday, March 29th - Friday, April 6th. Classes resume on Monday, April 9th.
The Holy Week Schedule for 2018 is as follows for St. Benedict's Church:
Monday, March 26th: Reconciliation Monday, confessions will be heard from 4:00-8:00 pm.
Holy Thursday: Church opens at 8:00 am, Mass of the Lord's Supper at 8:00 pm. Church open until Midnight.
Good Friday: Church opens at 8:00 am, Noon Italian Stations of the Cross, 3:00 pm Liturgy of the Lord's Passion and 8:00 pm Choral Stations of the Cross.
Holy Saturday: Church opens at 8:00 am. Confessions will be heard from 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Easter Vigil at 8:00 pm.
Easter Sunday Mass Schedule: 7:00 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am, Please note there is NO 7:00 pm Mass.
- March 31st is the last day to re-register your child at the reduced $100 rate. Beginning April 1st the re-registration fee will be $175 PER CHILD. Please re-register your child if you have not done so already.
- The NYS ELA Exams will take place on Wednesday, April 11th and Thursday, April 12th. Please no absences!
As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience.
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
I pray that this email finds you well!
On Monday, February 12th Report Cards for the First Semester will be sent home with your child.
As highlighted in our Parent Student Handbook, and spoken about at our Back to School Nights back in September 2017, the honor roll requirements were amended/updated.
Honors is achieved on the basis of the first & second report card for students in Grades 3-8.- Principal's List is an average of 95%; no mark less than 93%
- First Honors is an average of 93%; no mark less than 90%
- Second Honors is an average of 88%; no mark less than 85%
Please be sure that all financial obligations are up to date, including the payment of the January 2018 Smart Tuition Invoice. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Mr. Mojica or myself.
***We are in the midst of Re-Registration for the 2018-2019 school year. Each family received an email inviting them to re-register their child on January 22nd. Please check your SPAM FOLDER if you can not locate the personalized email. The re-registration fee is $100 and it will go up to $175 on April 1st. Please re-register asap. If you have any questions regarding re-registration please feel free to contact the main office.
Have a good evening.
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
Thank you for all your support in helping make this past week a most memorable one. The children, faculty and staff had fun while showing-off thier school spirit in support of all that we do as a Catholic School.
Please join me in congratulating the Student's of the Month for February 2018.
Student of the Month
February 2018Grade Value of the Month "Perseverence" Pre-Kindergarten 3 Daniel Lamorgese Pre-Kindergarten 4 Ariela Maracaj Kindergarten Elijah Zapata Grade 1 Gabriel Marrero Grade 2 Kameron Carter Grade 3 Ryan Muniz Grade 4 Emily Aristy Grade 5 Anthony Espinal Grade 6 Natalie Pham Grade 7 John Roberts Grade 8 Natalie Polanco Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
I pray that this email finds you well!
I feel like we were just in the Liturgical Season of Advent and now we turn around and we begin Lent this month!
Just a few reminders as we begin the month of February:- Thursday, February 1st - 8th Grade Individual Senior Pictures.
- Friday, February 2nd is a half day. Please join us at the 8:30 am Parish Mass as we conclude Catholic Schools Week! Dismissal is at 11:30 am. Lunch and Aftercare will be available for those students registered in the programs.
- Please come out and support our Basketball Teams this Saturday, February 3rd for their closing day! Go Ravens!!!
10:00 am JV Boys
11:15 am JV Boys
12:30 am Gidgets
1:45 pm V Boys
3:00 pm V Girls
4:15 pm JV Girls
5:30 pm Midgets
- Monday, February 5th Spring Fundraiser begins. Mr. Mojica will send an email once the chocolate arrives.
- Tuesday, February 6-8th Parent Organization sponsored Scholastic Book Fair. The children will have an opportunity to come to the school auditorium and purchase books from the fair.
- Friday, February 9th First Grade Students will have an opportunity to adore the blessed Sacrament with Mrs. Chin in the Convent Chapel.
- Monday, February 12th Report Cards will be sent home with the children. Please be sure that ALL FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS ARE UP-TO-DATE. I must withhold report cards if there are ANY OUTSTANDING BALANCES.
- Tuesday, February 13th "Touring Tuesday" for perspective families. Please encourage families to visit our beautiful school and become part of our St. Benedict's Family!
- Wednesday, February 14th is Ash Wednesday & Lent officially begins. Please join us at the 8:30 am parish Mass. Love is also in the air as it is St. Valentine's Day too!
- Thursday, February 15th 8th Grade Senior Picture retakes.
- Friday and Monday February 16th and 19th St. Benedict School will be CLOSED in observance of President's Day.
- Friday, February 23rd Kindergarten Students will have an opportunity to adore the blessed Sacrament with Mrs. Fragoso in the Convent Chapel.
- Please note that St. Benedict School Variety Show has been MOVED TO FRIDAY, APRIL 27th instead of Friday, February 23rd as noted on our original calendar.
- Please re-register your child if you have not done so already before March 31st, as the fee will go up from $100 to $175.
A Prayer for LentYour love,
which breathed this world into being,
established a covenant people,
brought them out of captivity
and into a promised land.
Hallelujah!
Your love,
which from the moment of our birth
has known and called us by name
from out of this world’s slavery
into the kingdom of God.
Hallelujah!
Your love,
poured into the heart of Jesus
who endured the nails of our sin,
defeated death to rise again
and causes our hearts to sing
Hallelujah!
As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at your convenience.
Respectfully,
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Dear Parents,
Hope all is well!
Please find below a listing of events scheduled to take place during Catholic Schools Week at St. Benedict's.St. Benedict School
Catholic Schools Week Events
January 29 - February 2, 2018
Monday
January 29Tuesday
January 30
Wednesday
January 31
Thursday
February 1
Friday
February 2
Team Spirit Day!
Students may come to school wearing their favorite team sports apparel.
“Saints Alive”
Confirmation Project Display in the school auditorium hosted by the 7th grade Confirmation Candidates.“Touring Tuesday” Open House from 9:00-11:00 am.
Favorite Book Character Read along day. Upperclassmen will read to the early childhood & primary grade students.Student Appreciation Day - ice cream treat provided to each child in the afternoon.
Crazy sock, tie and hat day!
St. Benedict School Science Fair scheduled to take place in the afternoon in the school auditorium.
½ Day
8:30 am Catholic Schools Week Mass
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
TGIF!!!
Please join me in congratulating the Students of the Month for January 2018. The value of the month is self-discipline.Student of the Month
January 2018
Grade
Value of the Month “Self-Discipline”
Pre-K 3
Alexander Avellino
Pre-K 4
Gabriel Tinaj
Kindergarten
Dominic Ventola
Grade 1
Brian Vega
Grade 2
Rocco Caputo
Grade 3
Aiden Linton
Grade 4
Lauren Dominguez
Grade 5
John Avellino
Grade 6
Ciara Vega
Grade 7
Kristian Engledrum
Grade 8
Michael Vidal
Also just a reminder that students in grades 3-8 will begin midterm exams on Tuesday of next week. In the event of inclement weather, and school closing, we will skip over that scheduled midterm and make it up after the other midterms have been administered.
*** Re-registration emails will be sent out NEXT FRIDAY JANUARY 19th. The process is the same as last year. Once you receive the personalized email from TADS/St.Benedict School, click on the link and re-enroll your child for the 18-19 school year. Tuition & Fees for 18-19 will be forthcoming next week.
Have a wonderful three day weekend!
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
I pray that you are well and most of all warm today!
Just a reminder that we will begin Winter Online Interim Assessments this Monday and will continue throughout next week. Please no absences.
We will begin Mid-Term Exams on Tuesday, January 16th. Please refer to schedule below for further information.
Mid-Term Exam Schedule January 2018
Mid-Terms are worth 10% of the final report card grade
Grades 3 & 4 will take exams in Religion, ELA & Math
Grades 5-8 will take exams in Religion, ELA, Math, Social Studies & Science
Tuesday, January 16th
Religion Exam Grades 3-8
Wednesday, January 17th
ELA Exam Grades 3-8
* Social Studies Exam Grades 5-8 ONLY
Thursday, January 18th
Math Exam Grades 3-8
Friday, January 19th
* Science Exam Grades 5-8 ONLY
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me at your convenience.
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
Happy Third Week of Advent!
Just a few reminders for this last week of school before we prepare to celebrate in the festivities of Christmas Break with our beautiful families and friends!
Friday, December 22nd BUSING will be available and it is a Half Day with dismissal at 11:30 am. Breakfast will be available, however Lunch & Aftercare will NOT BE IN SESSION.
Our Christmas Show will begin promptly at 9:00 am, doors will open at 8:45 am.
Pre-K students may wear their Christmas Pajamas to school on Friday.
Students in grades 1 & 2 should wear their GYM UNIFORM on Friday.
Students in Kindergarten and grades 3-8 may DRESS UP in red and green colors. Please do not go out and buy anything special. Please NO jeans/sneakers.
Thanking you in advance, as I will NOT be dismissing any child after he/she performs in the show. All children will be dismissed at their regularly scheduled dismissal locations. If I make an exception for one, I must do it for all. Thank you for your understanding as the day of the show is a little hectic:)
A look ahead for January 2018:
Tuesday, January 2nd classes resume.
On Wednesday, January 3rd students in grades 1-8 will be bringing home Progress Reports for the second marking period.
Friday, January 5th is a FULL DAY of school.
Students in Kindergarten- Grade 8 will be taking the second ADNY Online Interim Assessment during the weeks of January 8th and 16th. Please no student absences!
Tuesdays January 9th & 30th are "Touring Tuesdays." Please encourage some of your own family members and friends to come and visit St. Benedict's during our two open houses to see what all the wonderful programs we have to offer here at St. Benedict School. Please encourage your family and friends to join our St. Benedict Family!
Wednesday, January 10th Catholic High School Acceptance notices will be mailed out to our 8th grade children. Please do NOT panic if you do not receive high school notices on Wednesday. It may take a couple of days to have the letters delivered to your respective homes. Please keep our 8th graders in your thoughts and prayers as they take their first step as they transition into high school.
Friday, January 12th is a half day. Dismissal is at 11:30 am. Lunch & Aftercare will be available for those students registered in the programs.
Monday, January 15th St. Benedict School will be CLOSED in observance of Martin Luther King Day!
Tuesday, January 16th - Friday, January 19th is Mid Term Exam Week. Students in grades 3 & 4 will take Mid Term Exams in Religion, ELA and Math. Students in grades 5-8 will take Mid Terms Exams in Religion, ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies.
***FRIDAY, JANUARY 19TH PARENTS WILL RECEIVE ON EMAIL FROM TADS INVITING FAMILIES TO RE-REGISTER THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE 2018-2019 SCHOOL YEAR. THE PROCESS IS THE SAME AS LAST YEAR. PARENTS, RECEIVE THE EMAIL, CLICK ON THE PERSONALIZED LINK WITHIN THAT EMAIL, LOG INTO YOUR TADS ACCOUNT AND RE-REGISTER YOUR CHILD. AS SIMPLE AS ONE, TWO THREE, FINGERS CROSSED. TUITION RATES FOR THE 18-19 SCHOOL YEAR WILL BE FORTHCOMING, AS SOON AS THEY ARE MADE AVAILABLE TO ME.
Sunday, January 28th kicks off Catholic School Week. There will be a number of events planned for this special week. Parents will receive an email highlighting all the events towards the middle of January 2018. This is our chance to celebrate who we are as a Catholic School.
Monday, January 29th is the last day of the second marking period.
Wishing you and your beautiful families a very Blessed and Merry Christmas Season!
Peace and Prayers,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School Dear Parents,
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Please join me in congratulating the Student of the Month for December 2017! The Value of the Month is Compassion.Student of the Month
December 2017
Grade
Value of the Month “Compassion”
Pre-K 3
Emma Beato
Pre-K 4
Fernando Alonzo
Kindergarten
Dominic Filippone
Grade 1
Nicholas Barreiro
Grade 2
Philip Liporace
Grade 3
Adilen Vallines
Grade 4
Jaylene Maisonette
Grade 5
Jayln Alonzo
Grade 6
Justin Scavone
Grade 7
Marleen Cerda
Grade 8
Monica Ramirez
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Dear Parents,
Happy Advent!
"The Earth rejoices in hope of the Savior's coming and looks forward to His return at the end of time. During this Advent Season let us prepare our hearts and remove the sadness that hinders us from feelings that hope and joy brings; which bestow His presence, for He is Lord for ever and ever!"
It certainly is the most wonderful time of the year! As most of you already know, I love the Advent and Christmas Seasons. Advent allows us to prepare for the coming of our King of the Universe- Jesus Christ, may He protect our extended St. Benedict Family!
Just a few reminders for the month of December.- Friday, December 1st is a FULL DAY OF SCHOOL.
- Saturday, December 2nd the Parent Organization will be sponsoring "Cocoa with Santa" from 11:00 am-1:00 pm for children in pre-kindergarten through 4th Grade in the school auditorium. Tickets are $7.00 per student/sibling and $3.00 per adult.
- Tuesday, December 5th is "Touring Tuesday." Please encourage perspective families/friends to come and join us between 9:00 and 11:00 am so we may share all the good things that go on in our beautiful school!
- Friday, December 8th the Feast of the Immaculate Conception (Holy Day of Obligation.) St. Benedict School WILL BE IN SESSION for a Half Day, dismissal is at 11:30 pm. Lunch and Aftercare will be available for those students registered. Please join us at St. Benedict Parish Mass at 8:30 am. Immediately following the Mass please join us for our Christmas Tree Lighting in front of the school.
- Tuesday-Thursday December 12-1
4th The Parent Organization will be sponsoring their annual "Christmas Sale." Students will have an opportunity to purchase Christmas Gifts for their loved ones. Gifts range from $1.00 -$8.00. If you wish for your child to participate, please place money in a sealed envelope with your child's name, class, and labeled "Christmas Sale."
- Wednesday, December 13th at 1:05 pm students in Grades 3-5 will have an opportunity to go to Confession at the Church.
- Thursday, December 14th at 1:05 pm students in Grades 6-8 will have an opportunity to go to Confession at the Church.
- Friday, December 15th Grade 8 field trip. Parents, please be sure to return the ADNY Field Trip Permission Slip to Mrs. Villani. The students may dress down.
- Friday, December 22nd please join us for our annual Christmas Show that will take place in the school auditorium beginning at 9:00 am, doors will open at 8:30 am. Dismissal for all children will take place at 11:30 am at their normal dismissal locations. Students WILL NOT be dismissed after they perform. Aftercare/Lunch WILL NOT be available on December 22nd.
St. Benedict School will be closed for Christmas break from Monday, December 25 through Monday, January 1st. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 2nd 2018!
As always, if you have any questions, concerns, please feel free to contact me at your convenience, or simply stop by the main office.
Wishing you a very blessed Advent Season!!!
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
On behalf of Fr. Stephen P. Norton, Pastor of St. Benedict's, the faculty, staff and myself please accept our warmest wishes during this Thanksgiving Season. Thank you for allowing all of us at St. Benedict's to be a part of your family! We are so very blessed to have such beautiful children and families. Through your continued generosity with the Thanksgiving Food Drive, we were able to give back to our own St. Benedict's Parish Families, St. Anthony's Soup Kitchen and the Our Lady of the Assumption Food Pantry!
Please join us tomorrow at the 9:15 am Thanksgiving School Mass at St. Benedict's Church.
With Prayerful Wishes,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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Dear Parents,
TGIF!
Please join me in congratulating the Student's of the Month for November 2017! The value of the month is Friendship.Student of the Month
November 2017
Grade
Value of the Month “Friendship”
Pre-K 3
Daniela Lynch
Pre-K 4
Eliana Jenkins
Kindergarten
Jade Campbell
Grade 1
Olivia Marrero
Grade 2
Sofia Rivera
Grade 3
Isabella Cuesta
Grade 4
Madison Clark
Grade 5
Stephanie Rodriguez
Grade 6
Joseph Imperia
Grade 7
Demetri Freeman
Grade 8
Eric Mincin
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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November 1, 2017
Dear Parents,
I pray this email finds you well.
Give thanks to the Lord for he is good; his love endures forever! Yes, Thanksgiving is fast approaching, however, we have a lot going on here at St. Benedict's School before we can sit down and enjoy the company of family and friends on Thanksgiving Day!
A big Thank You for all your support and your continued generosity with Friday's Breast Cancer Dress Down Day. We raised $760 for the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
Wednesday, November 1st is All Saints Day. Please join us at the 8:30 am Parish Mass at St. Benedict's Church for this Holy Day of Obligation Mass.
Thursday, November 2nd is All Souls Day and St. Benedict School Spirit Day. All students may dress down and wear their purchased St. Benedict Spirit Day Tee Shirt or Gym Uniform Shirt ONLY. There will be various activities planned for the students and faculty that will take place in the gymnasium on the afternoon of November 2nd.
Friday, November 3rd is a a half day with dismissal at 11:30 am. Lunch and aftercare will be available for those students registered in the program. Please keep our 8th grade students in your thoughts and prayers as they will be taking the TACHS (Test for Acceptance into Catholic High Schools) Test.
St. Benedict's Opening Basketball Day is Saturday, November 4th. All seven basketball teams will play at home today.
Basketball Opening Day
10:00 Mid vs St. Margaret's11:15 JV Boys (6) vs SFDC Gold12:30 JV Boys (5) vs St. Clare1:45 JV Girls vs. Epiphany3:00 Gidgets vs St. Barnabas4:15 Boys Varsity vs. St. Clare Black5:30 Girls Varsity vs. St. Clare Gold
Please turn your CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR ON Sunday, November 5th.
Thursday, November 9th at 7:00 pm is our St. Benedict School Paint Nite. It's not too late to purchase your ticket.
Please visit https://www.paintnite.com/events/autumn-road-at-st-ben edict-school-10017192
St. Benedict School will be CLOSED for Veteran's Day on Friday, November 10th. Please join St. Benedict School at the Bronx Veteran's Day Parade on Sunday, November 12th. We will join at the intersection of East Tremont and Lafayette Avenue at 11:00 am. The parade will begin at 12:00 pm. The route of the parade will begin at this point and end at the Veterans' Memorial Park, which is located along the Veterans' Memorial Drive.
The first marking period ends on Monday, November 13th. Educate will CLOSE to all parents as we begin to finalize grades for the first report card.
"Touring Tuesday" is scheduled for Tuesday, November 14th from 9-11 am. . Please spread the word to perspective parents. It's their chance to come and spend a few hours at St. Benedict School to take a first hand look at all the great things we have to offer at St. Benedict's! Before you know it, the registration for the 2018-2019 school year will begin!
Our 7th Grade Students will be going to the Immaculate Conception Retreat House for their Confirmation Retreat on Monday, November 20th. Parents please be sure to sign and return the ADNY Permission Slip to Mr. Piacquadio.
Parent Teacher Report Card Conferences are scheduled for Tuesday, November 21st from 3-5 pm and 6-8 pm. Appointments are NOT necessary. Please be sure that ALL FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS ARE UP-TO-DATE, so that you may be able to meet with your child's teacher and discuss his/her progress thus far.
Wednesday, November 22nd is a half day with dismissal at 11:30 am. LUNCH AND AFTERCARE WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE. Please join us at the 9:15 am Thanksgiving School Mass at St. Benedict Church.
St. Benedict School will be CLOSED ON Thursday & Friday November 22nd and 23rd for Thanksgiving Recess. Classes will resume on Monday, November 27th.
Once again St. Benedict School will be collecting canned food and non-perishable food items for our Thanksgiving Food Drive. Each homeroom will be assigned a specific food/beverage item to bring in for the food drive. Please see below.
Pre- Kindergarten 3 and 4 and Kindergarten = Dessert items (Jello, pudding boxes, muffin, cake mixes)
Grade 1 = Boxes of Stuffing
Grade 2 = Boxes of Pasta/Rice
Grade 3 = Canned Fruit
Grade 4 = Canned Vegetables
Grade 5 = Canned Gravy
Grade 6 = Canned Tomato Sauce
Grade 7 = Canned Soup
Grade 8 = Beverages
*** Please read the attached letters that I received from Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York, regarding our performance on the 2017 New York State Exams. Together as a community of teachers, parents and students THANK YOU for all your efforts. May we continue to grow spiritually and academically each and every year!
As always, if you have any questions please feel free to contact me at your convenience.
Wishing you and your loved ones a very Blessed Thanksgiving Season!
St. Benedict Pray for Us,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
Attachments area -
Cardinal Dolan Letter
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October 6, 2017
Dear Parents,
Please join me in congratulating the Student's of the Month for September and October. The values are "Faith" and "Courage" respectively.
Congratulations to all our children!
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict SchoolStudent of the Month
September & October 2017
Grade
Value of the Month “Faith”
Value of the Month “Courage”
Pre-
K 3
Miguel Tirado
Lucas Echevarria
Pre-
K 4
Hayley Bricker
Milania Diana
KG
Shea O’Brien
Joseph Dodwell
Grade 1
Giovanna Cipollone
Joseph Centrone
Grade 2
Ashima Bacchus
Nicholas Cherubino
Grade 3
Joshua Ochoa
Enrico Diana
Grade 4
Ava Fraguada
Leila Gerena
Grade 5
Maria Ramirez
Joseph Berardini
Grade 6
Katherine Chambers
Angelina Mestousis
Grade 7
Giovanna Pirraglia
Jared Lucio
Grade 8
Katelyn Galvin
Rachael Menna
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October 1, 2017
Dear Parents,
October is the month of the Holy Rosary. May Our Lady of the Blessed Rosary keep us safe and protect us in all that we do! This year, as a part of our continual Spiritual nourishment, students in Kindergarten-Grade 8 will have an opportunity to go to the Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament at the convent chapel of St. Benedict's Church on Fridays. This month, grades 6-8 will have an opportunity to "spend some quiet time with Jesus." God knows, with all the hustle and bustle, some quiet time to reflect and think will put things into perspective.
Just a few reminders for this second month of school. Yes, second month, where did the month of September go!
Monday, October 2nd begins St. Benedict School Fall Fundraiser. Families have the option of pre-paying either $250 in advance, or selling $330 worth of fundraiser items during our fall/spring fundraisers.
Please join us on Friday, October 6th at 8:30 am Parish Mass, as it is the first Friday of the month. Dismissal for all students is at 11:30 am. Lunch and Aftercare will be available for those students registered.
Monday, October 9th is Columbus Day, St. Benedict School will be CLOSED.
On Tuesday, October 10th all students are expected to be in their COMPLETE FALL/WINTER Uniform. We will also be distributing progress reports for all students in grades 5-8 and students in danger of failing a subject(s) for the first marking period in grades 1-4.
Our 8th Grade students will be measured for Graduation Gowns on Thursday, October 12th, please no absences. Once again the TACHS INTERNET REGISTRATION DEADLINE is Monday, October 16th. Please register your 8th grade child if you have not done so already at www.tachsinfo.com.
Wednesday, October 18th St. Benedict School will be CLOSED. The teachers and I have an Archdiocesan Professional Development Conference.
Tuesday, October 24th is SCHOOL PICTURE DAY. Order forms will be sent home the week of October 16th.
The Parent Organization will be sponsoring the Halloween Dance for students in grades 6-8 on Friday, October 27th in the school auditorium from 7-10 pm. Ticket information will be forthcoming.
Students in Pre-Kindergarten - Grade 5 will march in their Halloween Costumes at our annual St. Benedict School Halloween Parade on Halloween Day, October 31st. The parade kicks off at 12:45 pm, we will walk up Logan Avenue, meet on the front steps of St. Benedict Church (bring your cameras), and meet in the rear school yard for a Halloween Treat. Information will be forthcoming from your child's homeroom teacher in the coming weeks. Please stay tuned.
Just a reminder that this coming weekend are Basketball tryouts. Please see the schedule below.
Saturday, September 30th
Girls: Grades 2-4 at 9 am, Grades 5 & 6 at 10 am, Grades 7 & 8 at 11 am
Boys: Grades 2-4 at 12 pm, Grades 5 & 6 at 1 pm, Grades 7 & 8 at 2 pm
Sunday, October 1st
Girls: Grades 2-4 at 12 pm, Grades 5 & 6 at 1 pm, Grades 7 & 8 at 2 pm
Boys: Grades 2-4 at 3 pm, Grades 5 & 6 at 4 pm, Grades 7 & 8 at 5 pm
*** Last school year we held our second Annual Paint Night in our school auditorium, of which 95 people attended. It was a great success, and the best part is that we all had blast! So... we are bringing Paint Night back this year. The event will take place on Thursday, November 9th at 7:00 pm in the school auditorium. We are closed on Friday in observance of Veterans Day. This event is for ADULTS ONLY. Please click on the link below to reserve your ticket. Tickets are $45. Please share the link below with your friends and family.
https://www.paintnite.com/events/_10017192
As always, if you have any questions please feel free to contact me at your convenience.
Looking forward to a very spooktacular month:)
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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I pray this email finds you well! We made it through the first day of school! Thank You, thank you, thank you for a very smooth start. God certainly answered my prayers and blessed us all with a beautiful day! Please pray for some of our very own St. Benedict School families that are in Florida and were not able to return to New York City because of Hurricane Irma.
A warm welcome to all of the new families of the St. Benedict School Community! Thank you for entrusting your children in our care.
There is a lot going on this first month of school. Please see below some friendly reminders regarding this month.- Please join us tomorrow at the Mass of the Holy Spirit beginning at 9:15 am at St. Benedict Church. I will not be sending the Pre-Kindergarten children to the Mass. God knows they will need time to adjust to the daily routine of school life. Kindergarten through grade 8 will attend.
- Fr. Stephen Norton, pastor of St. Benedict Church, will be "Blessing School Back Packs" this weekend at the various Masses at St. Benedict Church. The Mass schedule is as follows: Sat. Vigil 4:00 pm, Sunday, 7:00.am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am, and 7:00 pm.
- Our Aftercare program begins this Monday, September 11th. Please refer to the opening day packet that was sent home with your child today. This packet contains the aftercare registration form and the different options offered for our aftercare program. As in the case last year, Smart Tuition will be collecting all fees including tuition, aftercare, lunch and school fees.
- Tuesday, September 12th at 7:00 pm is our Back to School Night for parents of students in Grades 1-7.
- Wednesday, September 13th at 7:00 pm is our Back to School Nigh for parents of 8th graders only. I will be discussing the High School application process for Catholic, Public and Specialized High Schools.
- Please be sure to return the following forms to your child's homeroom teacher by Friday, September 15th. 1. Emergency Cards, 2. Parent/Student Handbook sign off, 3. Media Release sign off, 4. Telecommunications sign off, 5. Pre-pay Fundraiser Option form, 6. Medical Needs form, 7. ADNY Income Survey, and 8. Home Language Survey.
- Students in Grades K-8 will be taking MAP testing beginning Monday, September 18th. I will be discussing this new Archdiocesan testing program at our back to school nights next week.
- Tuesday, September 19th St. Benedict School will be closed as the teachers and I have a Archdiocesan Religion Conference scheduled on that day.
- Friday, September 22nd busing will not be available for those children riding the bus to and from school.
- Sunday, September 24th is the 7th Grade Mandatory Confirmation Initiation Mass at 9:30 am at St. Benedict's Church. Immediately following the Mass, Fr. Norton and I will be meeting with the Confirmation Candidates and parents regarding the Sacrament of Confirmation. (Just as an FYI, Confirmation is scheduled to take place at 9:30 am on Saturday, April 21, 2018 at St. Benedict Church.) More details will follow at our Confirmation Meeting on the 24th.
- Students in Grades 3-5 and grades 6-8 will be going to Confession on Wednesday, September 27th and 28th respectively.
- Mark your calendar Saturday, September 30th are tryouts for St. Benedict's Basketball Teams. The tryout schedule is as follows: Girls: Grades 2-4 at 9:00 am, Grades 5-6 at 10:00 am, Grades 7-8 at 11:00 am. Boys: Grades 2-4 at 12:00 pm, Grades 5-6 at 1:00 pm, and Grades 7-8 at 2:00 pm. Sunday October 1st Girls: Grades 2-4 at 12:00 pm, Grades 5-6 at 1:00 pm and Grades 7-8 at 2:00 pm. Boys: Grades 2-4 at 3:00 pm, Grades 5-6 at 4:00 pm, and Grades 7-8 at 5:00 pm.
As always, if you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me at your convenience. Wishing all of us a very successful and productive school year filled with learning, laughter and spiritual growth. St. Benedict Pray for us!
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
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August 1, 2017
Dear Parents and Students,I pray that this letter finds you well and that you have had an opportunity to relax and enjoy your summer break with family and friends! I am excited to embrace and welcome the 2017-2018 academic year. Last year was great, and I am forever thankful for your very warm welcome. From the bottom of my heart, thank you! I look forward in building many more fond memories this school year. St. Benedict pray for us!
As we prepare for the opening week of school, please see below important information regarding the first day of school, uniform code, immunization requirements and tuition & fees.
A look ahead:
Students report back to school on Thursday, September 7th. Students should report to the locations below:
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Grades 6, 7 & 8 report to the school yard on the left hand side of the main entrance of the school at 8:00am.
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Grades 1-5 report to the rear school yard at 8:30am.
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Pre-K and Kg report to the school yard on the right hand side of the main entrance of the school at 9:00am.
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In the event of inclement weather, ALL STUDENTS WILL LINE- UP IN THE SCHOOL AUDITORIUM.
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Students in Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten will be dismissed at 11:00am, students in grades 1-8 will be dismissed at 11:30am.
Please join us at 9:15am at St. Benedict Church on Friday, September 8th for the Mass of the Holy Spirit. Friday, September 8th will be a full day of school; bus service, breakfast & lunch will begin. However, the aftercare program will NOT begin until Monday, September 11th.
Please mark your calendars!
Back to School Night Schedules:-
Wednesday, September 6th Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten Parents
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Tuesday, September 12th Grades 1-7 parents
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Wednesday, September 13th Grade 8 parents
*All back to school nights will be in the held in the school auditorium and will begin at 7pm.
Mandatory Confirmation Meeting for 7th Grade students and parents on Sunday, September 24th following the 9:30am Confirmation Initiation Mass.
All Students are expected to report to school in their Summer Uniform
Boys:
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Pre-kindergarten & Kindergarten: Navy Blue Nylon Gym Shorts with Silk Screen & Navy Gym Tee Shirt with Silk Screen & Sneakers.
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Grades 1-8: Navy Boy’s Twill Walking Shorts, OR Grey Twill Pants & Ash Short Sleeve Polo Shirt with Logo, belt, black crew socks and black tie up shoe.
Girls:
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Pre-kindergarten & Kindergarten: Navy Blue Nylon Gym Shorts with Silk Screen & Navy Gym Tee Shirt with Silk Screen & Sneakers.
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Grades 1-5: Navy Plaid Split Front Jumper with Emblem and White Short Sleeve Peter Pan Collar Blouse, OR Navy Girls Twill Walking Shorts/Navy Skort with Ash Short Sleeve Polo Shirt with logo, Navy Orlon Knee-hi with flat black/blue tie up shoes.
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Grades 6-8: Charcoal Grey Triblend Girls Slacks with White Short Sleeve Collar Blouse, OR Navy Girls Twill Walking Shorts with Ash Short Sleeve Polo Shirt, belt with black/blue tie up shoes.
*** Please be sure that all hair highlights are removed before the first day of school!
Summer Reading and Math
Please be sure all students in grades 1-8 complete their required summer Reading and Math Assignments. Each grade has a copy of the summer reading list, and the Mathletics online program. Students will be evaluated on the Summer Reading Assignment during the week of September 11th.
Updated Physical and Medical Forms and Immunizations
BEFORE the first day of school all NEW STUDENTS TO ST. BENEDICT SCHOOL MUST PROVIDE a completed Medical Form to Mrs. Foley. Any new student that does not have a medical form on file MAY NOT REPORT TO SCHOOL ON SEPTEMBER 7th. Students are REQUIRED to have ALL inoculations as mandated by the Department of Health BEFORE admission to school.
Tuition/Fees/Lunch/Aftercare/F
undraising/ Graduation Fees By now you should have received your Smart Tuition bill/schedule of payments. Please be up-to-date with tuition payments. Tuition is due the 15th of each month. ALL tuition, fees, fundraising, lunch, aftercare & graduation fees payments MUST be paid directly to SMART TUITION NOT THE SCHOOL. Additional information will be forthcoming at the Back to School Meetings.
The school office will be open during the month of August on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:00-1:00pm, should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me or drop by the office.
Looking forward for a very productive and successful school year!
Sincerely in Christ,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
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Dear Parents,
Hope all is well and you are enjoying the summer thus far! We have a lot going on at the school and are gearing up for the 2017-2018 school year.
As we are quickly approaching the 2017-2018 school year, below are the highlights regarding Smart Tuition account set-up. I know I already sent the email below in late May, but we have received some inquires about the General Fee. Families have always paid a general fee, the only difference is, this year you are paying it upfront in July rather then spreading out over the course of the school year.- Parents by now you should have received from Smart Tuition a welcome back email via the email address that is associated with your Smart Tuition Account . If you have not received it, please check your Spam Folder or contact Smart Tuition directly 1-888-868-8828 for the billing set-up for 2017-2018 school year. Once you receive the email, please confirm all information is correct and up-to-date so that your account may be activated.
- The general fee (which is PER FAMILY) is due July 15, 2017 along with the Smart Tuition Account set up fee of $40. The general fee may NOT be spread out over the course of the 10 month option as done in the past.
- Tuition will be billed from August - May, 10 monthly payments. The region has adopted this policy and no regional school will be able to offer the 12 month payment option moving forward.
- Parents may also pre-pay annually in advance with a 2% discount (excluding fees), providing that no other ADNY Scholarship is applied to your account Scholarships do not apply to the General Fee ONLY Tuition. The entire amount will be due the month of August 2017. If you are thinking about this option, please notify either Mr. Mojica or myself asap.
- Parents may also choose the semi-annually, quarterly, or the ten month payment options.
I will be emailing out my Welcome Back letter on August 1st with important dates and reminders.
Wishing you a very blessed Summer Recess:)
Respectfully,
Ray Vitiello
Principal
St. Benedict School
