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18 January 2016 Dear Parent/Guardian RE: KE Y STAGE 4 – OPTIONS CHOICES 2016 I write to provide you with some important information about our Key Stage 4 Options process and to invite you to attend our Year 9 Curriculum E vening on Wednesday 2 7 January . As I am sure you realise, this is an important time for all Year 9 students because decisions have to be made about the subjects they wish to take in Years 10 and 11. The s chool organises a full Option Guidance Programme which supports the stu dents in making their choices. A key event in this programme is the Year 9 Curriculum Evening which takes place on Wednesday 2 7 January starting at 6 pm. The evening will start with a presentation in the Hall explaining the options process. The presen tation will also aim to explain the Key Stage 4 curriculum with details about the ranges of courses available, the choices that have to be made and the combinations that are possible. For subject areas where choices have to be made, staff will be availabl e betwee n 6:30 pm and 7:30 pm to explain and discuss the nature and re quirements of their courses. The eveni ng should end at approximately 7:30 pm. To enable me to plan the evening, I would be grateful if you would complete the slip at the bottom of thi s letter and return it to your son or daughter’s tutor. At the Year 9 Parents Evening on Wednesday 9 March , subject staff will be able to briefly outline the courses available in their area when they are discussing the progress of your son or daughter. S enior staff and our Careers Advisor will also be available all evening to discuss any questions that you may have relating to option choices. After the trial run option choice forms have been completed, each student will individually discuss their choices with a senior member of staff. During this important interview, students will be expected to explain the reasons for their choices and staff should be able to clarify whether the s chool will be able to timetable their specific set of choices. If there i s a difficulty then guidance will be given as to how it may be overcome. Final option choice forms are issued in the week beginning 7 March and should be completed, signed by parents and returned by Friday 11 March . Please also find enclosed a trial run form for the pathway we have recommended for your child and a copy of the options booklet , which explains the rationale behind each of the pathways and outlines details of each course being offered. The choice of pathway for your child has been based on t he latest keystage 3 data, keystage 2 data, CAT score, tea cher recommendations and attainment in English, Maths and Modern Foreign L anguagues. If you require any further details before either of these two important evenings, plea se do not hesitate to contact Mr s Westcott or Mr Marshall at school. Yours sincerely C Westcott P A Marshall Assistant Headteacher Director of Learning Year 9 Curriculum Evening Please return to your child’s form tutor Name of Student: ____________________________________ ___________________________ Tutor Group: ______________________ I/We will/will not be attending the Curriculum Evening on 2 7 January 2016 (Please delete as appropriate). Ther e will be ____________________ of us attending. Signed: _____________________ __________________________ ___________ Year 9 Curriculum Evening Please return to your child’s form tutor Name of Student: __________________________________ ___________________________ ___ Tutor Group: _______________________ I/We will/will not be attending the Curriculum Evening on 27 January 2016 (Please delete as appropriate). There will be ___________________ of us attending. Signed: ____________ __________________________ ____________ _______ Year 9 Curriculum Evening Please return to your child’s form tutor Name of Student: _______________________________ ___________________________ _____ Tutor Group: ______________________ I/We will/will not be attending the Curriculum Eveni ng on 27 January 2016 (Please delete as appropriate). There will be ___________________ of us attending. Signed: _____________ __________________________ __________________ Year 9 Curriculum Evening Please return to your child’s form tutor Name of Student: _________________________________ ___________________________ ___ Tutor Group: ______________________ I/We will/will not be attending the Curriculum Evening on 27 January 2016 (Please delete as appropriate). There will be ______________ _____ of us attending. Signed: ____________ __________________________ ___________________ A key event in this programme is the During the week of September 21-25, we will transition the children into the program understands and supports open adoption! -6 year to bring in breakfast for the class. There are thirty students in our room, so please plan accordingly. Donuts, have an open adoption with this adoption as well, as we believe it will be in everyone’s best interest. _______ our family through adoption. We often get together with them for play dates and to celebrate kids’ birthdays and holidays. for the spiritual, academic, social, and emotional needs of the students of Seton Catholic School. I eagerly look up as a pirate/ninja turtle/superman with the three boys across the street. Yours sincerely Wednesdays, and Fridays. Your enrollment contract indicated which section your child is Lisa and Chris Please plan to bring in three or four family pictures during the first week of school for Westcott or Mr Marshall chool will be able to timetable their specific set of choices. If there i 7 January 2016 know that we hold the utmost respect and praise for anyone C Westcott 7 January starting to coming to school. Over the first few weeks, we will help your child to become grade math teacher. Chris is a Sales Manager for a large Andru Sonntag September 22 ng should I/We will/will not be attending the Curriculum Evening on 2 that make Seton Catholic School a place of spiritual and academic excellence. senior member of staff. During this important interview, students will be expected to explain the reasons for their choices . Worthing High School Dear Parent/Guardian that is willing to consider adoption. child’s teachers, to hear more about the goals for the year, learn about what your child’s 11 Mrs K Hayler be available all evening to discuss any questions that you may have relating to option choices. March Y STAGE 4 your child's cubby. The teachers will remind you about this at the parent orientation, but Erin McCormac September 8 9 Ian Byrnes September 29 ___________________________ expanded seating. We have installed new carpeting and lighting fixtures. Crown molding has been added to the we feel like we would make great adoptive parents, should you he latest keystage 3 data, keystage 2 data, CAT score, tea soccer, golf, and baseball/softball. We love going on little weekend trips to Lisa’s grandparents’ lake house during the summer. We Best wishes for a wonderful summer! explains first school experience will include, and discuss our philosophy for a smooth transition and all required forms and documents are online at www.setoncatholicschool.org/parents-andstudents/documents-and-forms keep them updated on his milestones and accomplishments with pictures, letters, videos, and occasional visits. We also plan to option choice forms have been completed, each student will individually discuss their choices and friends on the weekends, and regularly attend church on Sunday mornings. Monday, August 25, 2014 Full day of school for all Seton students • Starting in the second week, please follow the regular drop-off and pick-up week Mr Peacock for your photo! December Cornelius October 20 House. Chris has one brother and a large extended family who all live in the Saint Louis area. His brother Mikey has cerebral palsy grade are also posted here. Kindergarten and First Grade families are reminded that a School Supply Fee is Joseph Kaiser March 2 were excited to hear about it and we all agreed that we could use a little motivation on early Monday mornings!! It technology company, and enjoys working from home a few Elizabeth Ann Seton Chapel is nearly complete. Beautiful new pews with attached kneelers will provide freshly painted walls and new ceilings. The sanctuary is surrounded by carpeted steps and has been refinished s letter and return After the enior staff and our Careers Advisor will also love with future baby(ies). We realize that not all birthparents will show interest in a family that already has a child; however we Year 9 Curriculum Evening September. This letter should address some of your questions and will provide you with We have been blessed in life with truly loving families. Lisa is the oldest of five children, has a tight-knit family, and has been a 7:00 p.m. Presentation in Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Chapel Sophia Favorite January 12 This is a fantastic opportunity to purchase an everlasting memory for all to look back on in years to come. Please get th grade, and is currently a 7th company who normally charge £8.95 a photo. The CD will contain over 200 high resolution photographs from this We do not expect your child to be potty trained at the start of the year; we realize that of us attending. Signed: _____________________ Date: .................. • Bring a newspaper or book so that you can sit back and be there for your child Group: _______________________ RE: KE Mrs. Karen Alestock, Principal parent directory during your orientation meeting on Friday, September 18. The independently; the goal is for your child to make a connection with the The school produces a CD of the whole evening for just £5, a much more reasonable price than using a professional Teaching Assistant in KA; Mrs. Chris Rybka will be our Kindergarten Teaching Assistant in KB; Mrs. Brittany aim to explain the Key Stage 4 curriculum with details about the ranges of courses available, the choices that have to be hockey lessons and is looking forward to playing soccer in the Spring. We love celebrating the holidays. We were both raised photograph everyone arriving outside the hotel and then spend the evening taking a variety of photographs, including August 20, 2014 Modern Foreign L at school. Please return to your child’s form tutor _____ Tutor Group: ______________________ Monday, August 18, 2014 Parent Orientation for all parents (K through 8th grades) March The staff and I are grateful for the trust you place in us to provide your child with an education rooted in faith, trial run I look forward to seeing you again soon, and sharing with you the excitement of a new school year! services, and in support of our numerous service projects. I am pleased to announce that the renovation of our St. experiences here. Please feel free email us with any questions. important information to assist with your planning. You may wish to save this for future tation will also and staff should future baby(ies) the blessing of having each other. We have an open adoption with Charlie’s biological parents, and continue to e e will be ____________________ with a solid wood floor. I am excited to pray with our students on the first day of school in our beautiful Chapel! I would like to extend a special welcome to the many new students and families who will join the Seton or caregiver stay with your child for the transition sessions during this week, and we mention it now since many families keep mostly digital photos, and getting hard Nathan Hoyland April 6 Director of Learning Christian Scheik October 13 Darren Ferguson February 2 table. Please plan to let the teachers know about your child's routine, either with the potty decision to expand our family through adoption. In 2011 we were blessed when our adopted son Charlie was born. We fell in love I write to provide you with some important information about our Key Stage 4 Options process and to invite you to attend As I am sure you realise, this is an important time for all Year 9 students because decisions have to be made about the We are a very social and active household. Chris is involved in several sports and cannot wait to teach his children how to play the rationale behind each of the pathways Dear Parent(s), To enable me to plan the evening, I would be grateful if you would complete the slip at the bottom of thi The evening will start with a presentation in the Hall explaining the options process. The presen Back to School Email Devin Mack December 15 March Year 9 Parents Evening on Wednesday We look forward to seeing your family this fall, and getting to know your child, The traditional family packet that contains important information, including the Family Handbook for 2014-2015 What to Bring be able to clarify whether the s of this club and I am now asking for your support. Every child has been assigned one Monday during the school Jack Chinlund October 6 ____________________________________ Gage Gulbrandson March 30 believe that we have so much love to offer another child. They would be blessed with a big brother and a wonderful family who and outlines details of each course being offered. Kindergarten students attend half day school sessions I invite you to join us for weekly liturgies on Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m., for classroom and school-wide prayer forward to continuing to share the Spirit of Seton through monthly I AM SETON days and Dress Down Days for . This page on the Seton website details the process for completing and returning and lives with his parents. Chris has helped take care of him since he was a small child, and we still take care of him often so that The CD will be available for collection from the schools reception from 20/7/16 onwards. Rylee Nielson November 24 mother figure for most of her life, helping with her younger siblings. Lisa’s parents have been happily married for 34 years, live Emma Korbus February 9 our mission statement which parallels this national theme…..truly sharing the Spirit of Seton! At Seton Catholic in. Collyer Repphun October 27 7 Business Development Manager __________________________ with many prayers, our desire to expand our family has gotten us through all of the fertility hardships, and is what led us to the your orders in early to help us with numbers for CD’s, labels and covers. your calendars and I will make sure that the kids are reminded as well. I am eager to see how it works. The students Our marriage is full of trust, love, and communication. We are - Note: This evening is for parents only. in the Prabucki and Sr. Alexandra, both licensed teachers, will join Miss Tammie as staff members at Crusader Care ___________________________ First Week: Transition the library on the fifth floor. At the orientation you will have a chance to meet your There will be ______________ Beginners Parent Orientation __________________________ Hayden Barbarick September 15 make the breakfast items easy to distribute as we will be eating as we are preparing for the day. If you have any can only be accepted in special circumstances. ___________ any questions. probably for most of the following week. Your child's specific schedule and class list • Feel free to bring items from home that your child loves, such as a favorite Year 9 Curriculum Evening If you require any further details before either of these two important evenings, plea Dear Birthparent, __________________ We look forward to welcoming you and your children to our Beginners Program in __________________________ ____________ but we will encourage you to go once your child is ready so that your child Year 9 Curriculum E Parent/Carer Signature:................................................ Kindergarten Parents ‘Coffee & Kleenex’ in the Narthex 8:15 a.m. (8/21/14) most important teachers, and together we will help them grow in their commitment to service to God, to one classroom (room 202). Beginners are divided into two groups: two-day students attend Please also find enclosed a trial run The regular class schedule, either two or three days per week, from 8:35–11 a.m. begins Caitlyn Dennehy November 3 Please return to your child’s form tutor We will send you your child’s class list, transition information, and other important back Catholic, so Christmas and Easter were always well celebrated in our households growing up. We had so much fun with Charlie this 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room Amanda Shulman April 27 se do not hesitate to Kindergarten Drop-In to Classrooms 9:00 a.m. - Noon Thursday, August 21, 2014 betwee our Casey Henson April 20 Director of Admission Admission Associate I/We will/will not be attending the Curriculum Evening on 27 January 2016 (Please delete as appropriate). The theme for our upcoming year will be Catholic Schools: Communities of Faith, Knowledge and Service. Our s with Charlie the moment we first held him in the hospital and we know that when we expand our family we will have that very same subjects they wish to especially what they grow to love about school and how we can continue to improve their Seton organizations in the Multi-Purpose Room Yours sincerely Tristian Guerin-Lautenschlager March 9 Listed below are some helpful tips on the separation process for your child: Please return to your child’s form tutor Kindergarten Families Get-Together at Hudson Springs Park 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. have become close friends with over the past few years. Charlie spends a lot of time playing outside, riding his bike, and dressing Year 9 Curriculum Evening In the past we have obtained quotes for a professional photographer to attend the Year 11 Prom Event. However, • Please discuss all of these procedures with your caregiver. acquaintance. Final option choice forms are issued anguagues. for the 2014-2015 academic year. It promises to be a wonderful year for your children! You are your children’s unforgettable evening. Oakey. Our neighborhood is full of young children who enjoy playing together outside. We are fortunate to have neighbors that we ___________________ Tuesday, August 12, 2014 Seton Clothing Store Open, Recycled Uniform Sale, and PTO School Supply school on Tuesdays and Thursdays while three-day students attend school on Mondays, Fiona Hynes March 16 the week of Monday, September 28. Morning drop-off and pick-up happen in the (fritzp@setoncatholicschool.org) by August 12 to be included in our back to school slide show. dents in making their choices. Charlie prays every night for a baby brother or sister and we know he will make an amazing role model to another sibling. Coming toy, a stuffed animal, or a book--this often helps with the transition to a new past Christmas, and even though it is only October, he still wants to build Frosty the Snowman. We enjoy spending time with family community this year. Please welcome our new staff members: Mrs. Cindy Seither will be our Kindergarten choice of pathway for your child has been based on t Please can we order ................... Photo CD(s) at £5.00 each Total due £............. _____ of us attending. Signed: ____________ in their area when they are discussing the progress of your son or daughter. S January Jordan Halloran April 13 there is a range of readiness for this and the classroom has both toilets and a changing approaches. Class lists will be posted on the school website on August 11, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. Kate Dworkoski Karen Lee in English, Maths and I/We will/will not be attending the Curriculum Eveni comfortable with the morning school routine and drop off experience. Charity. Please remember to email your summer I AM SETON photos to Mrs. Fritz choose the route of adoption for your child. We understand signed, and returned to the school office as soon as possible and no later than August 22. Supply lists for each JP beginning Be sure to mark your calendars accordingly with the following dates: school community will have numerous opportunities to explore, enrich, and proclaim our Catholic faith through made and the combinations that are possible. For subject areas where choices have to be made, staff will be availabl been a long, difficult journey, but one that has also taught us a lot about ourselves and strengthened our marriage and faith. Along collected in place of sending supplies to school and is due by August 22. Please contact your child’s teacher if Payments by cash/cheques environment. Mrs. Swensson (29 students as of 8/20/14) Thank You, 7 P A Marshall snapshot of who we are, what has brought us to you, and why Assistant Headteacher you if your child needs you. end at approximately 7:30 The Separation Process say good-bye to your child before going. child is separating from the person who will actually be dropping him/her off. into the school routine and a successful separation process. and Friday, August 22, 2014 Dear Beginner Parents, The Beginners Parent Orientation is scheduled for Friday, September 18, at 8:45 a.m. in muffins, mini breakfast burritos, bagels & cream cheese, fruit, yogurt, and juice are just a few ideas. Please try to We have been trying to have children on our own for the past 7 years, and have been diagnosed with “unexplained infertility.” It has from larger families ourselves, we know siblings are such a blessing to one another, and hope that we can give Charlie and our family! We will put their future and needs above our own and we will raise them with the belief that adoption was truly a birthparent’s take in Years 10 and 11. The s At the Sadie Wood May 4 Myah Luther January 26 pm. Pick-Up 9:00 a.m. – Noon in the Multi-Purpose Room to school information in late August. You will receive copies of the school calendar and Name of Student: _________________________________ (made payable to Worthing High School) as needed but so your child also sees that you are not there to play together. will be our Computer Teacher; and Mrs. Heidi Srinivasan who will serve as our Auxiliary Clerk. Also, Mrs. Kris ng on 27 January 2016 (Please delete as appropriate). academic excellence, and service. Thank you for your support and cooperation as we work together to provide Year 9 Curriculum Evening Extended Day. I am certain that our new students, families, and staff members will easily recognize the qualities at 6 ___ Tutor the documents. It is important that the SIX required forms and four optional forms be printed out, completed, questions, please contact me as soon as possible: 720-972-5781. about 3 hours away, and visit often. Lisa has two sisters/brother-in-laws in the Saint Louis area who are visitors on a weekly basis, I have paid on line through Wisepay I hope you are having an enjoyable summer. The staff and I are returning to school this month to finalize plans copies takes a little more planning. Each child will also need a change of clothes to keep School, we believe that faith formation is a continuous collaboration between the school, family, and community. reference. and should be completed, signed by parents and returned by (Please delete as appropriate). Please return to Student name: ................................................................... Form:........................... will be part of a school email which will be sent to you at the end of August. can really engage with the materials and the program. n 6:30 pm and 7:30 – also enjoy exercising, camping, baking, reading, playing cards/board games, and working in our yard. Charlie recently began vening on Wednesday 2 routines that you will use for the year. This simplifies the experience so your s a • Follow the teachers’ guidance about when to leave the classroom and always Monday mornings can bog us down; in an effort to relieve some of the tension and chaos that come with the with a form for the pathway we have recommended for your child and a copy of the options cher Blessings, both retired, and love being grandparents! We also have an amazing group of friends who are very supportive of our desire to grow in his or her cubby. • For the first week (transition days), parents and caregivers are all welcome to to even consider adoption. Our promise to you is all of our children will enjoy a life full of love and happiness as a member of our each other’s best friend. Lisa is in her 12th year teaching in recommendations and attainment Amya Eshima December 1 Bathroom Readiness you have any questions. the stu adore their roles as aunts/uncles, and often accompany us on trips to the Zoo, Grant’s Farm, Transportation Museum, and Magic Monday, August 11, 2014 New Students and Families Welcome Event - “Get the Scoop” Seton Clothing Store Open and PTO School Supply Pick-Up ___________________________ Monday morning rush, our class would like to form a Breakfast club. Each child has expressed interest in being part loves animals, playing outside, has a huge imagination, loves swords/pirates/dress up/superheros, and enjoys riding his bike. The separation process is a gradual transition. The goal is for your child to look forward Name of Student: _______________________________ pm. There will be ___________________ of us attending. Signed: ____________ chool organises a full Option Guidance Programme which supports Take care and God bless, or diapers, so we can be consistent during the school day. If your child is in diapers, OPTIONS CHOICES 2016 with short, small group sessions building to the full session. Please plan to have a parent another, to the Church, and to the world. Charlie is such an amazing boy, and we love him so much. Charlie is an active, smart, happy, social, and talkative little man. He Friday Rachel Poston November 10 Ther Connor Dixon November 17 The Program 18 January 2016 Dear Parents, Finally, we just want to say that we understand this decision is not an easy one, and admire the LOVE that you have for your child Seton Clothing Store Open, Recycled Uniform Sale, and PTO School Supply Anna Giles February 23 8:20 to 11:30 a.m. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to give you a brief __________________________ teachers. • Let your child engage with the teachers and explore the classroom contact Mr their prices are so high that we now provide this service ourselves. Mr Peacock, our Print & Design Manager, will In short, we are Lisa (33) and Chris (38). We have known each ___ Tutor Group: ______________________ Wednesday, August 20, 2014 First Day of School for students in grades 1 through 8 I/We will/will not be attending the Curriculum Evening on 27 January 2016 (Please delete as appropriate). , subject staff will be able to briefly outline the courses available ........................................................................................................................................................... his parents can go out on the weekends and take little vacations when they have the time. Chris’ parents live 5 minutes away, are The eveni 7:45 p.m. Middle School Parent Orientation in the Chapel booklet There will be ___________________ of us attending. Signed: _____________ is a great way to start our week and so I thank you in advance for your support and participation. ============================================================== Prom CD 2016 Payment required by 1st July 2016 • Once you leave, please do not come back into the classroom unless we come ___________________________ tutor Below you will find the date that your child is responsible for bringing in breakfast and paper products. Please mark requests and pictures of any presentations. Last year was quite hectic outside the hotel, so please make sure you find TBD May 18 greatest gift to his/her child. We appreciate you taking a few minutes to get to know us and we look forward to making your Please continue to check the school website www.setoncatholicschool.org frequently as the first day of school 14th January 2016 TBD May11 quirements of their courses. difficulty then guidance will be given as to how it may be overcome. Chin will teach First Grade; Mrs. Amy Mineo will be our Fourth Grade Teaching Assistant; Mrs. Jessi Jurevicius Followed by Ice Cream Social and opportunity to visit with representatives of and get you--this can be hard on your child and other children. We will get wonderful resource on this topic so please feel free to speak with her as well if you have Wednesday 2 your child’s form , Name of Student: __________________________________ . Year 9 Curriculum Evening August 1, 2014 how difficult of a decision this can be, and we want you to which takes place on days each week. We live in a modest house in St. Louis with our adopted son Charlie (4 years old) and our adopted/rescue dog, come and stay in the classroom. other for 9 years, and have been married for the past 7 years. please bring a supply of diapers and wet wipes. Our school nurse, Regina Hannon, is a pm to explain and discuss the nature and re which Tutor Group: ______________________ Saint Louis. She has taught 4th Liturgy 6:00 p.m. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Chapel it to your son or daughter’s tutor. • Remember that the separation experience varies with each individual. Dear Student, Parent/Carer • There is no set date by which we expect all parents to be out of the classroom, Pick-Up 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room Name of Student: