2.  Tuition - At this time of year you are all scrambling for those extra funds in order to make the final tuition payments.  I understand the stress this may create in your life and want to share with you the other side of the coin.
                At the beginning of each year we set a budget for the school.  It is my obligation to see that we keep within the guidelines of that budget.  In order to do that, we must pay all of our     bills.  My commitment is to you, the children and the future of St. Gabriel School.  I want to ensure that this school will be here for your child to graduate!  It would be misguided charity on my part to allow bills to go unpaid.  Principals who allow that to happen soon end up without a school.  We have seen this happening in our neighborhood and throughout the                 city.  The school policy is that no one may return to St. Gabriel if all tuition is not paid by the last day of school.
                Thank you for understanding our motives!

                3.  Tuition News - All tuition payments & Spirit Day money must be paid by Friday, June 4th.
                If the tuition payments are not paid in full

                Students who owe any tuition money will not be permitted to attend school after Monday, June 14th .

                4.   Uniforms for September 2010 – Wednesday, June 2nd a representative from the company will be at our school to measure the boys and girls for their uniforms for the fall.  A $25              deposit is required at the time of measurement. ( Special note to parents of Nursery, Prek & Kindergarten children.  PLEASE HAVE YOUR CHILD MEASURED FOR UNIFORMS             ON THIS DAY.)

                5.   Registration for September ~ Please encourage your friends and neighbors to register their children for September 2010.  If someone moves to East Elmhurst during the summer, please   tell them about St. Gabriel.  If you know of someone who needs information about the school, call   us and we will call them.

                6.   Summer office hours – The school office will be open from June 28 to July 22, Monday to Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. for registration and tuition payments. The office will re-        open August 30, 31 & Sept 1st from 8 to Noon. 

                7.   Summer at St. Gabriel’s ~  The De La Salle Christian Brothers are sponsoring a summer program this summer.  The program will run from June 29 to July 22 Monday to Thursday        9a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  The cost is $100 registration fee.  Applications are available in the office. Please tell your neighbors that anyone who registers at our school for September is invited to the                 summer program.

                8.   Come to the First Celebration of Little Children Night as we celebrate our children in N, PK, Kinder, 1st and 2nd grades.  The ceremony will be held on Wednesday June 16 at 6p.m. in the church.  A social will be held in the church hall.
                Invite others to join us as recruit children for September.

                9.  Please visit our school website at www.stgabeschool.com.  Please watch the TV show with Brother Edward, Bishop Caggiano and Father Benedict. Encourage your friends to view and to make a donation to our school

2. Tuition – At this time of year you are all scrambling for those extra funds in order to make the final tuition payments.  I understand the stress this may create in your life and want to share with you the other side of the coin.
            At the beginning of each year we set a budget for the school.  It is my obligation to see that we keep within the guidelines of that budget.  In order to do that, we must pay all of our bills.  My commitment is to you, the children and the future of St. Gabriel School.  I want to ensure that this school will be here for your child to graduate!  It would be misguided charity on my part to allow bills to go unpaid.  Principals who allow that to happen soon end up without a school.  We have seen this happening in our neighborhood and throughout the city.  The school policy is that no one may return to St. Gabriel if all tuition is not paid by the last day of school.
            Thank you for understanding our motives!

3.         GET ALL EXCITED AND TELL EVERYONE ABOUT ST. GABRIEL SCHOOL.  Registration for September 2010 will be held during the month of May.  Please tell your neighbors and friends to join us at St. Gabriel’s.

4.         Uniforms for September 2010 ~ Wednesday, June 2nd a representative from the company will be at our school to measure the boys and girls for their uniforms for the fall.  A $25 deposit is required at the time of measurement.

5.         Spirit Day ~ Our annual Spirit Day will be held on Friday, May 28th.  You are invited to join us on that day.

6.         Re-registration ~ if you have not re-registered for September, please see Mrs. Palmer by May 10th.

7.         Love at the Yard Sale – The Yard Sale will be held on the front lawn on Saturday, May 1st from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. Invite your friends & neighbors to join us.
            Golf Tournament – Our annual tournament will be held on Monday, May 17. Call the office for more information.

8.         Summer at St. Gabriel’s ~ The De La Salle Christian Brothers are sponsoring a summer program this summer.  The program will run from June 29 to July 22 from Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Please tell your neighbors that anyone who registers at our school for September is invited to the summer program.
            Registration day is Monday, June 28
           

Dates to Remember
May 13 ~ Ascension Thursday – No School
May 14 ~ No School
May 28th ~ Spirit Day
May 31st ~Memorial Day – No School
June 11th ~ 8th Grade Graduation @ 7 p.m.
June 16th ~ Step-Up-Day for N, PK & Kindergarten Graduation

2.) Re-Registration – Did you pay your registration fee for 2010-2011?  In order to save a space for your child in September, make your payment tomorrow.

3.) Registration for new students – We need your help!  During the spring months we have registration for new students.  We need to register students for Nursery, Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten and grades 1 to 8 during these months.
                        Retention and recruitment = No tuition Increase
                        If we are able to retain our current enrollment and recruit 3 or 4 more children for each class, we will not have to raise tuition for the next school year.
                        Recruit …………
                        Invite your friends, neighbors and relatives to register.

4.) Easter Recess – begins on Wednesday, March 31st at 11:15 dismissal. Classes resume on Monday, April 12th.

5.) April tuition is due on Monday, March 29th.  Please make this payment early.

6.) Safety Concerns: Please do not drive into the school driveway in the morning or at dismissal.  Thank you for your cooperation.

Dates to Remember ~
April 18 ~ celebrate the 70th Anniversary of our school.  The party will be held at Bruno’s at 1 p.m.  The cost is only $25.  There will be a Mass of Thanksgiving at 11:45 in the church.

Boiler Repair/Spirit Day Raffle ~ each family is expected to sell 1 book of raffle tickets.  If you sell 2 or more, $50 from each book will go toward your tuition.

May 1st ~ The Giant Yard Sale will be held in the yard beginning at 10 A.M.  Your junk is someone’s treasure.  A committee of parents will organize the day.  You can donate your “goods” after the Easter break.

2.)  Re-Registration – If your child will be returning to St. Gabriel School in                   September you MUST RE-REGISTER.  WE HAVE A WAITING LIST FOR MOST GRADES.  IF YOU DO NOT REGISTER BY MARCH 15, 2010 YOUR CHULD WILL NOT HAVE A PLACE IN HIS/HER CLASS FOR SEPTEMBER.

The fee is $100 for 1 child/$150 for 2 children/$200 for 3 or more children.  This is an early registration fee.  If you do not pay this fee by March 15th, you will be charged $125 for 1 child and $50 for each additional child.  All students must re-register.  This enables us to know how many new children we can take in September.  New students will register after March 1st.

REGISTRATION FOR NEW STUDENTS – If you know a friend, relative or neighbor who is interested in registering their child for September, please notify them of the following dates. Nursery, Pre-Kindergarten and Grades 1-7, March 2,3,4,8,9,10,11,15,16 & 22 from 9:30 to 11:00 A.M. Please bring Birth Certificate, Immunization Record, Baptismal Certificate, Report Card for students in grades 1-8 & $125 registration fee.

3.)  Tuition & Computer Fee – We need your help!  In order for us to pay our bills we
       need you to pay your tuition on time.  Please cooperate and pay by the 5th of each
       month.  The computer fee was due in September. The fee for students in grade
       1-8 is:       One Child ………………..$150.00
                        Two Children…………….$275.00
                        Three Children……………$375.00

4.)  Report Card – Friday, March 19th classes are in session from 8:30 to 11:30 A.M.  The teachers will be available for the report card interview from 7:30 to 8:30 A.M and 2:00 to 5:00 P.M.  No After school

5.)  Bishop DiMarzio has raised funds for tuition assistance for families, In order to see if you qualify for the aid, you must complete a PSAS (Private School Aid Service) form,  these forms are available in the office and must be returned to PSAS by April 21, 2010. 

6.)  Committee Meetings……..
It is time to stand up for families and children…..It is time to wake up!  It is time to get fired up!
It is time to stand up and work together for The LaSalle School at St. Gabriel’s Parish.
Thank you for attending The Night of 1,000 Stars.  It was an evening to remember and now is the time to continue the rally for Catholic Schools.
On Saturday, March 6th at 9 A.M. all parents and friends of our school will come together to begin the committee work.  Please look over the committee flyer and bring it with you on the 6th.  We need many committee members… Please invite your friends and neighbor to join us ! ! !

The LaSalle School at St. Gabriel’s Parish…..
                                                            A school with a future!


Dear Parents,
            On Thursday, February 4th The LaSalle School at St. Gabriel’s Parish will
celebrate a Night of 1,000 Stars.  This rally for Catholic Schools is an important evening and every parent of our school is expected to attend. We are also asking you to invite 5 people to come with you that night.

            There will be 3 sessions:

            At the Spanish session Father Walter from Radio Maria and David Bisono from Jovenes de Valor and Radio Clamor will speak.  They are known throughout the world as great speakers.  There will be music and refreshments also.

            At the English session the school video will be shown and members of the Board will address the audience.  Our youth choir will perform and refreshments will be served.

            These will be a special session for young adults.  Many leaders of Catholic young adult groups are planning this night. WE need to invite young adults (21-30) to get them involved in our school and the church. Mr. D. from our faculty is the Chairperson of the session and wants to fill the gym.  If you know of any of our graduates in this age group please encourage them to be there.

Let’s get all the stars to shine for our children on February 4 at 7 P.M.

                                              God bless

A NIGHT OF 1,000 STARS

2.)  Tuition & Computer Fee – We need your help!  In order for us to pay our bills we
       need you to pay your tuition on time.  Please cooperate, and pay by the 5th of each
       month.  The computer fee was due in September. The fee for students in grade
       1-8 is:       One Child ………………..$150.00
                        Two Children…………….$275.00
                        Three Children……………$375.00

3.)  Mid Winter Recess ~ Fuel Conversation Week will begin on Monday,
      February 15th.  Classes will resume on Monday, February 22nd.

4.)  Report Cards ~ The second trimester report card will be given out in March.
      Encourage your child to study and complete all assignments. If you have any
      questions about our child’s academic progress, please contact his/her teacher.

2.       Tuition payments are due on the 5th of every month.  Please make every effort to pay on time.

3.       Computer Fee – If you have not paid this fee, it must be paid by January 20th. The Computer fee is $150 for 1 child, $275 for 2 children, and $375 for 3 children.

4.       Boiler Repair Raffle – information will be sent home next week.  The raffle will be held at the Night of 1000 Stars.

5.       Sports Night will be held on Friday, January 22 at 7 p.m.  It is always a fun evening.  We are still looking for moms and dads to play basketball.

6.       Night of 1000 Stars will be held on Thursday, February 4th at 7 p.m.  We hope to gather 1,000 people who will work with us on moving our school into the future.  Everyone in the East Elmhurst community should be here.
          I encourage every parent to attend and to invite friends and neighbors to join us.
          It will be an exciting evening ! ! !

Dear Parents,
As we approach the beautiful season of Christmas, let us resolve to remember that we are celebrating the birth of Jesus, our Savior.

In these days of economic stress, let’s not add to that stress by over spending.  Our children do not need everything they want.  Simple gifts make Christmas bright!

If a relative asks, what does your child needs.  You can always say a little help with their tuition payments.
Be assured of my prayers for you and your loved ones.
Brother Edward

3.         Thanks to everyone who supported The Taste of the Neighborhood at Bruno’s.  It was a great night.

4.         Report Cards – On Monday, December 7th every parent of students in grades K-8 must attend a parent/teacher conference to receive their child’s report card.  The teachers are available from 7:30 to 8:30 A.M and 2:30 to 5:00 P.M.

5.         Tuition Payments ~ Tuition payments, religion book money, computer fee and candy sale must be up to date.  We also accept credit/debit cards for payment.  If there is a problem or if you owe any money, you must see Mrs. Palmer before your receive your child’s report card.

6.         Registration News – Applications are available for any parent who would like to register their child. If you have a family member or neighbor who might be interested, please notify them of our openings.

7.         Masses at St. Gabriel Church are:
Saturday – 5:30 p.m., Sunday – 8:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m.  (Spanish) and 11:45 a.m. (English) please go to church every Sunday

8.         Christmas Recess begins Wednesday, December 23rd at 10:30 a.m.  Classes resume on Monday, January 4, 2010.

9.         Our Board members are planning Project 20,000.  This project is an attempt to make our school tuition – free school. We are going to need many, many people to make this happen.  We must work together to
get this off the ground.
On Thursday, February 4th at 7 pm we will have Night of 1,000 Stars.  We need 1,000 people to come to St. Gabriel’s that night.

10.       Christmas at St. Gabriel’s will be held on Saturday, December 19th:
Breakfast with Santa will begin at 9 A.M. in the Church Basement
Santa will visit the Peace Garden at 1 P.M.
An outdoor Nativity play will be held in the lawn at 4 p.m.
Family Mass will be celebrated at 5:30 pm.

11.       Adult Exercise Group will be held on Saturday mornings in the gym at 9 A.M.

2.         Adult Exercise Group ~ we have received a grant to have an adult exercise group.  There will be a professional instructor.  The applications are in the office and the program is open to all adults.

3.         Sweaters and Sweatshirts ~ as the colder weather approaches, students should wear a maroon sweater or sweatshirt to school.  Only maroon should be worn ! !

4.         Tuition ~ please pay your monthly payment by the 5th of each month.  The Computer fee was due in September.  Please make sure that this fee is paid by November 10th.

5.         Report Cards ~ Grades K – 8 will receive their first report card on Monday, December 7th.  This next month is very important.  Please encourage your child to be attentive in class, to complete all assignments and to study at home.  If you wish to speak with your child’s teacher, please contact them for and appointment.

6.         Candy Drive ~ is over.  Thank you to each and every family for your support.  Please send all money to the office (l box = $60).

7.         Registration News ~ application are available for any parent who would like to register their child for Kindergarten, First Grade.  If a family moves into our neighborhood near you, invite them to visit with their child.

8.         Please read the ~ Taste of the Neighborhood Flyer and Project 20,000 Flyer.

9.         Congratulations!  The four teachers who visited our school for the Middle States evaluation gave us an excellent report. Spread the word about our school to your friends and neighbors.

10.       There will be a Thanksgiving canned good drive from November 17 to 21.  Please be generous

2.         Candy Drive ~this is our biggest fund raiser.  Each family is expected to sell 1 box of chocolates.  The candy drive runs from October 2 to October 27.
            There are 2 ways to sell the candy:
            Take orders from friends and family.  Bring in the money and you will receive the candy the same day.
            You may take out boxes of candy in advance of paying by sending in a note with your signature, with the child’s name, class and the amount you would like.  You are responsible for any candy you take out!  The candy sells for $2.00 each.  Please help us make this the most successful drive ever.

3.         Tuition ~ Your October payment is due by the 5th of this month.  At this time everyone should be up to date with their payments.  A $20 late fee will be charged to you if your account falls past due.  There is also a $20 returned check fee for any check that is returned.  Please use the tuition envelopes!

4.         Uniforms ~ All students must be in school uniform.  If you need to order any items for your child, please call the uniform company at 718-205-6385.

5.         Picture Day ~ On Thursday, October 22nd grades N to 8 will take class pictures.  Friday, October 23rd Individuals & Graduation Pictures will be taken for all grades.

6.         If your child is Catholic and did not receive First Communion or First Penance and is in Grade 3-7, please contact Mrs. Palmer.

7.         Weekly Raffle ~ St. Gabriel School would like to begin a weekly raffle.  We are looking for graduates & friends to help.  If you know of anyone who wants to participate, please tell Mrs. Palmer.  You can receive a $500 scholarship by selling raffle tickets.

8.         Middle States Visit ~ On Sunday, October 18th we will have the opening of our Middles States visit at 4 p.m. in the church.  The choir of our church will perform and the opening talks will be delivered.  All are invited to attend.

Open House – Grades 1-8, Wednesday, September 23rd.  All parents are expected to attend this Opening of School Meeting.  This gathering will begin at 7:00 p.m.

Uniforms – The uniform company will be here, Tuesday, Sept 22nd at 8:30 a.m. to measure any students who need a uniform.  All students in grades 1-8 must be in uniform.
Boys                                       Girls
Maroon Shirts        Grades K-3 School Jumper w/white blouse
Khaki Pants           Grades 4-8 School Skirt w/maroon knit blouse
Black shoes or black sneakers
                             Or Khaki pants w/maroon knit shirt
                                Black shoes or black sneakers

*Only Maroon sweaters are to be worn*
On gym day, students are to wear the school gym uniform.  In warn weather they are to wear a gray T-Shirt in place of the sweatshirts

The 95th Street Library will continue its latch key program.  Each day until 5:30 p.m. students in grades 1 to 6 are able to attend the homework helper program at the Public Library on Astoria Blvd., & 95th Street.  This is a free program.

Tuition – At this time, June, July & August payments should have been paid.  The monthly payments are due by the 5th of each month.  Please do not start the year by falling behind in tuition payments.

Late Registration – If you know anyone new to East Elmhurst, Corona who would like to register their children.  Please encourage them to register on Monday, September 14th .

Back to School Block Party ~ Sponsored by:  Helping Our Guys & Girls Succeed, Inc.  (HOOGS) will host a Back to School Block Party on Saturday, September 12th from 11:00 a.m. to 8 p.m…..More information to follow.

Home Coming at St. Gabriel Church ~ Come and Follow Jesus
Please join our Eucharistic celebration – The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass – In English and Spanish.  Sunday, September 20th, at 10:30 A.M. on the lawn.