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Dear PB families,

On the afternoon of Tuesday April 19, we will have

an accreditation visit from AdvancED. The team

members visiting PB are Barbara O'Block from the

Diocese of Gary and Dr. Diane Starkovich from the

Archdiocese of Atlanta. We are excited to be chosen

as one of ten schools to represent the Diocese in our

inaugural Diocesan Accreditation. Previous

Accreditations were accredited locally at the school

level. One item that was necessary for Diocesan

accreditation was a unified curriculum. Our teachers

have worked hard with the University of Notre Dame

and ACE (Alliance for Catholic Education,

https://ace.nd.edu/about/the-alliance-for-catholic-

education ) to create the Diocese of Fort Wayne

South bend curriculum which is aligned with the

Indiana Academic Standards. You can learn more

about AdvancED at http://www.advanc-

ed.org/about-us .

The third quarter recognitions assembly had many

wonderful achievements from all grade levels. Three

major recognitions were given at the assembly.

Madison Naatz received the Tin Caps All Star

Reader Award. Madison will be honored at the PB

Tincaps reading program game, 1:05 Sunday June

5th. Aidan Stauffer was recognized for first place out

of all area 6th grade students in the American

Mathematics Competition, hosted by the

Mathematical Association of America. The

completion took place at The University of St.

Francis. The Future City Team was recognized and

received individual plaques for their awards at the

2016 competition. Please see the 3rd quarter honor

roll attachment in the electronic newsletter.

Happy fourth week of Easter!

Mr. Stanley Liponoga IV

Clifford the Big Red

Dog made an

appearance after the

assembly to get

students excited about

next week’s

spring book fair! HASA is planning many events for Teacher Appreciation Week. Click on the link below to view the online signup sheet for a Thank you breakfast http://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0d45a9a82ba31-teacher

School Uniform Policy

Please see the attached insert of the school uniform policy from the Precious Blood handbook. All students reviewed the dress code policy at our DWP school meeting. We have recently had many infractions of the dress code. Please be sure your children are knowledgeable and following the dress code.

Our School Rules 1. Respect yourself and others as a

child of God. 2. Contribute to the learning

environment.

3. Follow classroom procedures.

Most Precious Blood School Family Folder Newsletter

April 14, 2016

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On Thursday, April 28 at 11 am - Noon Most Precious Blood Parish and School Representatives will be on Redeemer Radio for their Spring Sharathon. In the studio will be representatives showcasing our parish and school. Sharathon is a twice a year, on-air fundraiser for the Lay apostolate. They do not receive funding from the Diocese and rely on listener support to be able to continue to run the Catholic Radio station. Be sure to tune into 106.3 FM on Thursday, April 28 to hear Friends for the Redeemer Radio Growing in Mercy Sharathon!

PB Job Openings

Preschool Assistant

Classroom Assistant

5th Grade teacher

For more information, contact

Mr. Stanley Liponoga, sliponoga@preciousblood.org

or by phone 260-424-5535.

Most Precious Blood School is a Catholic community dedicated to promoting education in Christian values, academic standards, and character development.

Bishop Luers students visit our kindergarten for Sodalitas service project.

The handbell choir has been invited to perform at the Fine Arts Night on Wednesday, May 11th at 6 pm. Handbell students who wish to participate must attend the 4 practice dates below and be able to attend the actual performance. If you have any questions, please contact Ruth Case (call or text) at 260-414-3692. SCHEDULE

Friday, April 15, 2015 – Practice 3:00 – 3:30 in Church

Friday, April 22, 2015 – Practice 3:00 – 3:30 in Church

Friday, April 29, 2015 – Practice 3:00 – 3:30 in Church

Friday, May 6, 2015 – Practice 3:00 – 3:30 in Church

Wednesday, May 11th – Fine Arts Night – 6:00 in Gym

Spirit Wear

Check out the electronic newsletter for New Spirit Wear! Hard copies are

available in the school office. The Spring order deadline is April 29!

Join us for an evening of Family Fun!

Saturday, April 16th Gym Doors Open: 6 pm Movie Starts: 6:45 pm

Enjoy Hot Dogs, Candy, and Popcorn – No cost for this PB

Family Fun Movie Night! Bring a Comfy Seat, lawn chair, blankets

or pillows to get comfortable. Upcoming Dates

April 16 Family Movie Night

April 18 – 22 Book Fair

April 18-20 DFWSB Accreditation Visit

April 20 ISTEP + Part II Begins

April 21 1:50 RTI Dismissal

April 22 Grandparents / Special Friend Day

April 24 1st Holy Communion

April 26 April Birthday Mass

April 28 106.3 11:00-1:00

4th Quarter Progress Reports

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FACTS Grant and Aid FACTS Grant and Aid for the 2016-2017 school year is now open. If you are applying for assistance you must complete an application. If you have any questions on the application please contact Angie Turner in the Parish office 424-5535 ext. 31. The application link can be found on our school website –preciousblood.org PB Scholarships 2016-2017

All families applying for any of the PB scholarships or

large family scholarship need to complete a facts Grant

and Aid application. Applications must be complete by

May 1st.

School Choice Scholarship (SCS) Applications Parents /guardians can schedule appointments with the rectory to complete and submit applications for 2016-2017 School Choice Scholarships (State Vouchers). To schedule an appointment, contact Emily Springer at 424-5535 ext. 32 Monday through Friday 9:00-3:00. All current recipients of SCS and those who will become eligible for the 2016-2017 school year need to setup an appointment. 2015 tax return documentation will be needed at the appointment. School registration must be complete prior to scheduling an appointment. Curious if your family is eligible? http://www.doe.in.gov/choice