Once again we are asking for your help in contacting our NJ legislators to retain and/or increase funding for nonpublic schools. Between now and the end of June, legislators on the Budget Committees will submit budget modification requests to the Governor. Of particular interest is the increase of nonpublic school transportation aid, which as you know, has been frozen since 2008.

Click on the link below and you will be directed to the Action Center which contains two template letters describing the issues. All you have to do is sign the letters. They will be directed to the state legislators that serve the district in which you live, according to your zip codes. If the Action Center does not come up on your computer immediately, please wait a few seconds.

https://www.votervoice.net/NJCC/campaigns/45557/respond

The Governor's Fiscal Year 2017 Budget cut funding for nonpublic school programs by 6.8%. Specifically, the Nonpublic School Security Program was totally eliminated; the per pupil amounts for nursing services and technology were reduced. The per-pupil amount for nonpublic school transportation remained frozen at $884.00 - an amount that has been frozen for nine years.

If your State legislators are on one of the Budget Committees, please ask them to restore the funding for the Nonpublic School Security Program and to increase funding for nonpublic nursing services to $94.00 per pupil and nonpublic technology aid to $40.00 per pupil. If your State legislators are not on one of the Budget Committees, ask them to urge their colleagues on the Committee to restore the funding.

https://www.votervoice.net/NJCC/campaigns/45557/respond

If you are planning on volunteering next school year for Lunch Parent, Coach/Assistant Coach, Library Help or Room Parent and you have not yet been fingerprinted, please email Mrs. Morales at mainoffice2@smarys.org and she will send home fingerprint paperwork for you.

Thank you!

mailto:mainoffice2@smarys.org

Congratulations to the following students: Savannah Curry K1 Ella McShane K2 Madison Kelsey 1A Luke Badagliacco 1B Grace Walls 2A Dara Folk 2B Joseph Rouse 3A Nico Mazzarelli 3B Liam Garber 4A Megan Abano 4B William Myers 5A Mea DiOrio 5B Alexa Eissler 6A Gianna Chapman 6B Anthony Kopaczewski 7A Emma Oravis 7B Serena Kells 8A Lucas Adams 8B

HOUSE POINT WINNERS 2015-2016

House of Saint Patrick Matthew DiRienzi

House of Saint Valentine Ana Mosher

House of Saint Joseph Mia Brooks

House of Saint Francis Michael Audio

House of Saint Theresa Tyler Gerst

House of Saint Elizabeth Emily Pullman

House of Saint Dominic Brandon Brizeus

House of Saint Joan of Arc Samantha Maglio

House of Servant Maria Esperanza Lucas Adams

The division winners for highest points

Division 1 House of Saint Joseph

Division 2 House of Saint Theresa

Division 3 House of Saint Joan of Arc

April 12, 2016 Dear Parents/Guardians: This year take your daughter and son to work day falls on Thursday, April 28, 2016. We are asking every Parent/Guardian if they are going to have their child participate in this program to complete the form below and return it to your child’s teacher no later than Thursday, April 21st. This will assist us with our student attendance. Returning the slip below will eliminate the need for you to call your child out of school on Thursday, April 28th. Please note that due to the large number of anticipated absences, work will not be given until your child returns. I would like to thank you in advance for your cooperation. Sincerely, Mrs. Patricia Mancuso Principal “Take Your Child to Work Day” My son/daughter _____________________________________ will be participating in the “Take Your Child to Work Day” on Thursday, April 28, 2016. Please print the following information: Student Name: __________________________ Teacher ___________________ Grade _______ Parent Signature: _______________________________ Date: ____________________

Please return this form to your teacher no later than Thursday, April 21st.

BLUE PRAYER SERVICE (Non-Denominational)

In Honor and Appreciation for

Williamstown’s Fire, Medical, Police and State Trooper Departments; Monroe Twp

Ministerium is sponsoring this ritual at

Our Lady of Peace /St. Mary’s Church 32 Carroll Ave.—Williamstown at 7:00pm

on Thursday, April, 28, 2016. It will be followed by a reception and snacks

downstairs in Marian Hall (basement of the Church).

Everyone is invited to come and pray in

thanksgiving for, as well as, the continual safety of these daily heroic individuals in our

neighborhoods.

For additional information, please contact the Our Lady of Peace Parish Center

856-629-6142

Designer HanDbag bingo MicHael Kors & coacH

FRIDAY, MAY 13, 2016 ASSUMPTION HALL

TICKETS $25 “TicKeTs on sale now”

Tickets are $25 per person which includes 10 games of bingo plus 1 special. Additional games can be purchased along with dabbers. Make your check payable to: Our Lady of Peace Parish (OLOPP). Tables are filling fast! Tickets will be sold until it sells out!! Stop by the Parish Center to get tickets or send your money into St. Mary’s School with DESIGNER HANDBAG BINGO tickets on envelope. Any questions, please contact Loren Laughlin or Joyce Hyndman at the Parish Center 856-629-6142. Looking forward to seeing you there!! Name: ____________________________________ Address: __________________________________ Phone:____________________________________ # of tickets: ____________

TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR

a presentation offered by the students of St. Mary School

Music by Jeanine Tesori

Lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire

Book by William Steig

A part of the BROADWAY JUNIOR COLLECTION

April 29th, April 30th 7:00 pm May 1st 2:00 pm Assumption Hall

Refreshments will be available during intermission

Please complete and return the form below. Tickets purchased before the night

of the show will be $8.00 for an adult and $5.00 for a child

TICKETS SOLD AT THE DOOR WILL BE $10.00 FOR AN ADULT AND $7.00 FOR A CHILD

……………………………………………………………………………………………… Name ______________________________________ Class ____________ A B Quantity (Friday, 4/29) ___________ Adults: _________ Children _________ Quantity (Saturday, 4/30) __________ Adults: _________ Children _________ Quantity (Sunday, 5/1) ____________ Adults: _________ Children _________

ST. MARY SCHOOL PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT

PLAYBOOK PATRON DRIVE FOR THE 2016 PRODUCTION OF

“Shrek The Musical Jr.”

STUDENT NAME___________________________________________________ PRICE: SINGLE LINE (Please check the appropriate line) _____$2.00 REGULAR PATRON AD (SMALL TYPE PRINT) (Limit 56 characters per line spaces included) _____$5.00 PREFERRED PATRON AD (LARGE TYPE PRINT) (Limit 52 characters per line spaces included) _____$10.00 DELUXE PATRON AD (EXTRA LARGE TYPE PRINT) (Limit 51 characters per line spaces included)

Amount Enclosed $_____________ Please return back to school by Wednesday, April 20th.

PLEASE FILL IN EACH LINE AS YOU WANT IT TO APPEAR IN THE BOOK.

1. ____________________________________________________________________ 2. ____________________________________________________________________

3. ____________________________________________________________________

4. ____________________________________________________________________

5. ____________________________________________________________________

6. ____________________________________________________________________

7. ____________________________________________________________________

8. ____________________________________________________________________

PTA POSITIONS OPENING SOON!

Our PRA board will be saying goodbye to seven members after the

2015-2016 school yea]r; aS Our Chi量dren wil量be moving on to high school・

Key positions wiII be open王ng up including Box Tbps Coordinator, (We

Current萱y have one person for this, but would like to run the program

With two peop量e next year) Ink Jet CoordinatoI; Scrip Coordinators and

Members at Large.

We would like to start帥ing these positions as soon as possibIe and in

advance ofthe 2016-2017 schoo量yeaL We wou萱d like to have those of

you who are interested, aPPly now.

Ifyou are interested in joining the PTA in any capacity, P看ease帥out

the form below and return it by May lOth) 2016. A11 applications will be

reviewed by Mrs. Mancuso and you will be noti範ed when the process is

COmPleted.

At Saint Mary’s SchooI we think ofour PTA board members as a

dedicated family. We have fun and enjoy all that we do. Ifyou wouId

Iike to be part of a great experience, Please volunteer!

NAME

PHONE NUMBER

CHILDREN?S GRADES FOR 2016-2017

POSITION YOU LIKE TO APPLY FOR

ARE YOUAVAILABLE DAYS? Y N NIGHTS Y N

Our Lady of Peace 4th Annual Adopt-A-Shrine Ministry

Spaghetti Dinner

Saturday, May 7, 2016 2:00 pm—8:00 pm

Place: Marian Hall & Assumption Hall

Donations accepted—proceeds will be used to maintain Parish Shrines.

Advance Sales : Adults $6 Children Ages 3-13 $5 Day of Event : Adults $7 Children Ages 3-13 $6

Children under 3—eat Free!! (Eat In Only).

Advance tickets can be purchased at the Parish Office 856-629-6142

Tickets will also be available to purchase before and after the following masses:

Saturday, April 16th and Sunday, April 17th Saturday, April 30th and Sunday, May 1st

Thank you for your support!

Deacon John Kacy and The Adopt a Shrine Ministry

Coming Soon…The Saint Mary School Annual Talent Show!

Attention all students in grades 4 – 8: Are you ready to sing? Are you ready to dance? Are you ready to show us your talent? It’s that time of year again! Our annual SMS Talent Show will be held on Wednesday, May 11th! If you are planning to be in the show, please save the date!

Auditions: Tuesday, April 12th and Thursday, April 14th from 2:45 – 4:00. You may choose the day that you would like to audition. Songs must be appropriate to be heard in our school (karaoke type accompaniment only for Singing Acts). All CDs should be labeled with the student’s name and the song. All Acts are restricted to 3 minutes or under. Students may only participate in one Act. Group forms must include each participant parent’s signature and should be stapled and handed in together. If two or more groups should choose the same song, it will be based on a first come, first serve basis. No repeats! No exceptions! If you are playing an instrument, the title of the piece is needed along with the type of instrument you will be playing. You may use the school’s piano, but all other equipment must be provided for your Act.

Host Auditions: Friday, April 8th from 2:45-3:30.

Dress Rehearsals: TBD

We are looking forward to another fun and successful year with our SMS Talent Show! Please see one of us if you have any questions.

Sincerely, Mrs. Bryson and Mrs. Silvestro

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Talent Show Form Please bring this to Auditions.

Name: ___________________________________________ Homeroom: _____________ Talent you will be performing: __________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ Title/Artist of Music: _________________________________ _______________________________________________ Names of other Group Members: ________________________ _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________ I have checked that the music and lyrics I am submitting are appropriate. Student Signature: __________________________________ Parent Signature: ___________________________________ All forms/music/lyrics are to be submitted to Mrs. Silvestro and Mrs. Bryson at the time of Auditions. Late entries will

not be accepted.

Talent Show Auditions

Name: _________________________________

Homeroom: _____

Date you wish to audition:

Friday, April 8th (Host only)

Tuesday, April 12th

Thursday, April 14th

Please return this to Mrs. Bryson (4B) or Mrs. Silvestro (K1) by Friday, April 8th.

SUMMER WILL BE HERE SOON! Register NOW for Vacation Bible School

Join us for VBS, And have an Adventure

Camping in God’s Creation Our Lady of Peace Parish is proud to announce that we will be holding our

Thirteenth Annual Vacation Bible School July 11th - July 15th.

VBS will be held from 9 am to Noon each day (Friday from 9am to 1pm) and is intended for children ages 4-10 (age as of October 1, 2016). Registration is $45 per child.

Please note that we are accepting only 100 children so that we can provide the highest quality of education, attention and fun!

For information or to obtain a registration form,

Visit www.OLOPP-VBS.org Or contact Karen Grant – OLOPP.VBS@gmail.com or 856-262-3002.

Registration forms can also be found on the racks in the entryway of the church.

         

OLOPP-‐-‐-‐Vacation  Bible  School  Registration  Our Lady of Peace Parish is excited to announce, our thirteenth annual Vacation Bible School -- JULY 11TH - JULY 15TH. VBS will be held from 9AM-12PM each day (Friday 9AM-1PM), and is intended for children 4-10 (age as of October 1, 2016). Please note that we are accepting only 100 children so that we can provide the highest quality of education, attention and fun! The registration deadline is June 24th. Please note that registration forms received after the deadline will not be accepted. As we anticipate a huge

response, we are basing acceptance to the program upon the receipt date of the registration and tuition, which is $45 per child*. Checks are to be made payable to Our Lady of Peace Parish and sent to or dropped off with the completed registration to: Karen Grant 740 Tutor Lane Williamstown, NJ 08094 Attn: VBS OLOPP.VBS@gmail.com  *Please note: Registration fees are non-refundable

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL - STUDENT REGISTRATION (Please fill form out in entirety before submitting. Please print.)

Family information : Last Name: ____________________ Parents’/Guardians’ First Names: __________&__________ Street Address: __________________ City: __________________ State: _______ Zip: ________ Phone Numbers: Home: ________________ Work: ________________ Cell: ________________ Email: ____________________________________________ Emergency Contact: Name: _________________________ Number: _______________________ Children information : #1) Last Name: _________________________ #2) Last Name: ___________________________ First Name: _________________________ First Name: ___________________________ Nickname: __________________________ Nickname: ____________________________ Birth date: __________________________ Birth date: ____________________________ Grade entering in September: __________ Grade entering in September: ____________ Food Allergies: (check √) Yes__ No__ Food Allergies: (check √) Yes__ No__ Special Needs: (check √) Yes__ No__ Special Needs: (check √) Yes__ No__ If yes, explain: __________________________ If yes, explain: __________________________ _______________________________________ _______________________________________ #3) Last Name: _________________________ #4) Last Name: ___________________________ First Name: _________________________ First Name: ___________________________ Nickname: __________________________ Nickname: ____________________________ Birth date: __________________________ Birth date: ____________________________ Grade entering in September: __________ Grade entering in September: ____________ Food Allergies: (check √) Yes__ No__ Food Allergies: (check √) Yes__ No__ Special Needs: (check √) Yes__ No__ Special Needs: (check √) Yes__ No__ If yes, explain: _________________________ If yes, explain: __________________________ ______________________________________ _______________________________________ Amount Enclosed: ____________  

DIOCESE OF CAMDEN Office of Child and Youth Protection

We can be sure that we love God’s children when we love God and do what he has commanded. 1 John 5:2

631 Market Street, Camden, New Jersey Phone: (856) 583-6115 Fax: (856) 583-1045

The Office of Child and Youth Protection is announcing CAP (Child Assault Prevention) sessions. CAP is the safe environment training program for adults who have regular contact with minors. Attendance is required in order to comply with the USCCB’s Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People. The policy of the Diocese of Camden is that adults will attend CAP once every five years.

CAP 1 teaches attendees to recognize child abuse and neglect and how to report to the proper authorities. Adults are taught that children have the right to be safe, strong and free. CAP 1 is for new volunteers and employees.

CAP 2 is called CAP’s Bullying Prevention Program and is a workshop addressing bullying awareness and bullying prevention. Cyber-bullying is also presented.

CAP 3 is called Cyber-Empowerment and is a workshop which promotes adults understanding of cyber activity of youth while teaching them realistic ways to help children keep their own rights and guard the rights of others in the cyber-sphere.

Each presentation is 90 minutes. Adults who are new employees or volunteers should attend CAP 1 before attending CAP 2 or CAP 3. After five years, adults

have the option of attending CAP 1, 2 or 3 when they renew their CAP. The following sessions will be offered in April 2016:

CAP Phase 1

Tuesday, April 19, 2016 7:00pm 17 Earlington Avenue; Mullica Hill, NJ 08062 Phase 1

Wednesday, April 20, 2016 7:00pm St. Mary's Rectory 426 Monmouth St.; Gloucester, NJ 08030 Phase 1

Wednesday, April 20, 2016 7:00pm Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish; 135 N. WHP; Lindenwold, NJ 08021 Phase 1

CAP Phase 2 – Bullying Prevention Program

NONE

CAP Phase 3 – Cyber Empowerment

Tuesday, April 26, 2016 7:00pm Our Lady of the Lakes Hall; 19 Malaga Road; Collings Lakes, NJ 08094 Phase 3 To attend one of these classes, please call the CAP REGISTRATION LINE with the Office of Child and Youth Protection at (856)583-6165 or contact Lucie Alcazar at luz.alcazar@camdendiocese.org. Please leave your name and the Session Date you are attending; you will not receive a call back. Please register at least five days before the session you would like to attend. The CAP schedule, location, phone numbers and directions may be found on the diocesan website www.camdendiocese.org/cyp. IN CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER PLEASE CALL THE LOCATION DIRECTLY.

http://www.camdendiocese.org/cyp

Apr 12 Action AlertApr 12 volunteers for 2016 2017Student of the Month MarchApr 12 HOUSE POINTS WINNERS March 2016Apr 12 Take Your Child to Work DayApr 12 Blue Prayer server 2016 flyerApr 12 Designer bag BingoApr 12 thank youthank you

Apr 5 Shrek Ticket FormA part of the BROADWAY JUNIOR COLLECTIONRefreshments will be available during intermissionName ______________________________________ Class ____________ A B

Apr 5 Shrek Patron ad flyerApr 5 pta openings for next yearApr 5 Spaghetti Dinner flyerMar 22 talentshow2016 pg 1Mar 22 Talent_Show_Permission_Form pg 2Homeroom: _____________

Mar 22 Talent Show Auditions dates pg 3Apr 5 Great Adventure_2016_SMSMar 1 VBS Communication FolderMar 15 2016 CAP Announcement- April 2016

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