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      Dear Parents,

      On Sunday, November 28th Advent begins. Advent is a period of time of simple living and extra prayer. It is a time to prepare for a new coming of Jesus our Savior.

      The first coming of Jesus, at Bethlehem, will not happen again. At Christmas we will remember that coming, but now we prepare for a new coming. Every time Jesus comes, it surprises us. It is never exactly the way we expect it to happen.

      Some people want the Savior to come with great power to reward them and wipe away their enemies. But Jesus is a loving and peaceful Savior. He calls his followers to make the whole world loving and peaceful. During Advent, we try to prepare our homes and our lives for Jesus, the King of Glory and the Prince of Peace. We can also help our families keep the peace of Advent by not worrying about what we are going to get for Christmas. This is very hard because it is so exciting to get gifts! It will be easier if we spend time thinking about the good things we can give to the people we love. We know that Christmas is more than just gifts. We also know that Christmas is more than just  one day. December 25 is the first day of Christmastime, a season that lasts until January 9, the feast of the Baptism of the Lord.

      During Advent, we can talk about what the Christmas season means to us. May we find this time a special time to prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus with joy and peace. May you all have a very Happy and Blessed Christmas!

 Sincerely,

 Sister Regina Mullen

 ‘Tis The Season

      Report card day is approaching on December 16th and 17th, and as the holidays approach, preparations for Thanksgiving and Christmas may add extra burdens that tax your energies as you try to get everything done in a limited time. The excitement and fun of the holidays should be wonderfully memorable but can be a nightmare for parents and a period of great neglect for students who are already struggling in school. Here are a few reminders to help ensure that your children will have a happy and productive holiday season... 
1. More than anything else, children need a definite, daily routine that only changes on a rare occasion. If you have designated a certain time each day for homework, stick to the schedule. 
2. Do not let the television rob the time. Insist on a good book to occupy your child’s extra time. 
3. You thought your child was old enough to do his/her homework without your help, but after looking at your child’s report card, do you still think so? 
4. Your child still needs you to help study for tests. 
5. Curfews are an important security measure for school-aged children. During the winter months when it gets dark early, don’t feel guilty about insisting that your children be in by dark. 
6. The most important gifts you can give your child this Christmas are a good education and strong faith. Put your time and energy into the gifts that will last. 
7. Please be on time for your scheduled conference with your child’s teacher. Students should come with their parent/s to the conference.              

School Closings, Delays & Early Dismissals      

As winter approaches and the threat of ice and snow increases, be on the alert for school closings and delays. KYW (1060) will announce all school closings and delays. If there is any chance of inclement weather, be sure to tune in before starting out for school. KYW does not announce each school individually. The announcement will be for “all Philadelphia Public and Parochial Schools.”

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