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Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Living Nativity
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Student earns 2nd black belt
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
SCS Basketball at the Izod Center
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
St. Catherine's Honor Veterans
St. Catherine of Siena School honored veterans with a Veteran’s Day Assembly attended by students in grades kindergarten through eight on November 11. The assembly included guest speakers from the United States Army, Air Force, Marines and Coast Guard. The event was hosted by the school’s eighth grade Forensics Team.
The assembly opened with a prayer service of remembrance, honoring veterans from past US Wars up to present day. The students continued with a presentation on the history of Veteran’s Day and then watched a short film supplied by the Veteran’s Administration, “Honoring All Who Served”.
The school’s guest speakers; Army Sergeant Brindle, retired Air Force Captain Jack Lamb, retired Marine Sergeant Yoon, and Coast Guard Lieutenant Daniel Twomey spoke to students about their training, experiences, and why they joined the military. The speakers each then participated in a question and answer session with the students.
Several sixth grade students gave the officers cloth bracelets symbolizing their gratitude for the speakers’ military service and recognizing them for making a positive difference in the students’ lives. The assembly closed with the singing of “God Bless America”.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Living Saints at SCS
St. Catherine of Siena School students were "living" saints during their school mass on November 7 in honor of All Saints Day. Fr. Robert Suszko presented each of the portrayed saints, to the congregation, during his homily. The students portrayed St. Angela Merici, St. Dominic, St. Bernadette, St. Catherine of Siena, St. Maximillian Kolbe, and St. Gabriel, The Archangel.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Calendar Fundraiser
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Halloween at SCS
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Fall clothing drive
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
SCS Students win Columbus essay contest
Friday, October 9, 2009
Month of the Rosary
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Stop, drop and roll
The Cedar Grove Fire Department brought their rig and gear to St. Catherine of Siena School on October 6 to teach students about fire prevention and safety. Grades preschool through third attended the demonstrations given by Cedar Grove firemen Dan Donovan, Steve Young, and Brendan Murphy. Shown above, Fireman Brendan Murphy shows students how to stop, drop and roll in the event of a fire while Fireman Dan Donovan explains the technique.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
FBI visits SCS
Respect, responsibility, and caring
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Blessing of the animals
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Sharing Polish heritage
Monday, September 21, 2009
Preschool jitters
Friday, September 11, 2009
Service to others
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Back to school
Saturday, August 15, 2009
School Opening
St. Catherine of Siena School will open at 8:20 a.m. and dismiss at 12:30 p.m. for students in grades one through eight on Wednesday, September 9. This same schedule will be in effect for Thursday, September 10 and Friday, Sept. 11. A Eucharistic Liturgy will be celebrated on Friday, September 11 at 11:00 a.m. in church. All are invited to join our school community in prayer for a successful school year.
The preschool-three session a.m. meets on Tuesday and Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 11:15 a.m. The preschool-three session p.m. meets on Tuesday and Friday from 12:15 p.m. until 2:30 p.m.
Before care hours 7:30 a.m. to 8:20 am and after care hours 2:55 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. will begin September 14 for first through eighth grades and the following week for grades kindergarten through eighth.
There will be orientation sessions for kindergarten and preschool students and parents during the first week of school. Kindergarten orientation will take place on Friday, September 11, 9:00 a.m. in Siena Hall; preschool-three parents, Tuesday, September 15, 9:00 a.m. in the classroom; preschool-four parents, Wednesday, September 16, 9:00 a.m. in the classroom.
For registration and further information, call 973-239-6968.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Father Robert Day
Father Robert Gelinas enjoys receiving a SCS memory quilt handmade by students in the quilting elective and designed by quilting elective teacher Beth Hogan. The school celebrated Father's service to SCS with tributary presentations from the students in grades 1-8.
Monday, June 8, 2009
Kindergarten Graduation
Saint Catherine of Siena School heldthe 2009 Kindergarten Graduation on June 8, 2009 in Siena Hall. Shown left, Michael M. smiles for his parents after receiving his diploma from Principal Celine Kerwin and Pastor Monsignor Robert Slipe.
Sunday, June 7, 2009
St. Catherine of Siena class of 2009
St. Catherine of Siena School held its 8th grade graduation ceremony on Sunday, June 7, 2009. The class of 2009; (first row, from left) Principal Celine Kerwin, Alyssa Freitas, Danielle Barckett, Bridget Velez, Brian McGowan, Kristen Ranges, Melissa Glenbowski, Carly Daniels, teacher Carmelyn Barbarito, (second row, from left) James Reilly, Caitlin Campbell, Patrick Flynn, Gregory Seifert, Kerrianne Masucci, Nicholas Duran, (third row, from left) Vincent Ciccone, Kristian James, Matthew Szeluga, Maggie Coleman, Mary Fahey, Morgan Boutmy, (back row, from left) Rev. Robert Gelinas, Patrick Cicchetti, Tyler Otterbein, Alex Campbell, Pastor Rev. Msgr. Robert Slipe, Tyler Callaghan, Kevin Labagnara, Kenny Chiemelu, Rev. Robert Suszko.
Respect, responsibility, and carin
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Rockinghorse Ranch
Saint Catherine of Siena School's class of 2009 enjoys a fun outdoor day at Rockinghorse Ranch on June 3, 2009. The class trip included swimming, boating and horseback riding.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Acrylic Painting Elective
Eighth grade student Kerri M. works diligently on her acrylic painting in the art room on Thursday, May 28, 2009. A gallery of all elective students finished work can be found on the SCS website www.scs-school-cedargrovenj.org in the painting gallery.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Spring Band Concert
Saint Catherine of Siena School's band performed a Spring Concert in Siena Hall on May 21, 2009. Shown left, SCS third grade recorder student Meghan D. makes her musical debut onstage with her classmates. The Advanced Band, Cadet Band and recorder students all played beautifully under the direction of teacher Miss Martha Boughner.
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Willy Wonka Jr.
St. Catherine of Siena students performed their spring musical production, Willy Wonka Jr. on May 12 for parents and the student body in Siena Hall. Students in grades kindergarten through eight showed off their talents acting, dancing and singing throughout the show. Shown left, Patrick C. as Willy Wonka.
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Preschool Mother's Day Celebration
SCS parent Jennifer Underwood receives a double dose of love from her sons William and Connor while attending both the PreK3 and PreK4 Mother's Day celebrations held at St. Catherine of Siena School on May 7 and 9.
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Third grade class honored as published authors
Poems written by St. Catherine of Siena School’s third grade class have been chosen for publication in the 2009 Anthology of Poetry by Young Americans®. This is the second year that all of the students in teacher Elisa Reamer’s class, were chosen for publication.
The Anthology of Poetry by Young Americans® provides a forum through which selected young authors can see their work and the work of other students published in an actual book. Submissions are received from young poets, grades K-12, who live throughout the United States. The Anthology of Poetry, Inc.’s editors review each submission. Works are selected for publication based upon their originality, rhythmic sounds, rhymes and audience appeal.
Third grade poets; back row, left to right, Brendan F., Daniel K., Alexander B., Meghan D., Emily K., Karen R., Alexa S., Dwight T., Liam O., teacher Mrs. Elisa Reamer, front row, left to right, Joseph Z., Kaylin R., Jessica P., Caroline D., Emilia P., Kristin B., Christian S. Not shown, Kathryn C., Grace S., Patrick T., Brittany M., Taylor S., and Amelia S.
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Mom walkers
After the morning bell rings at SCS chances are you'll see a group of moms gathering together to go on an early morning walk. Shown left is Anne Linkus, Diane Raum, and four footed friend Riley Coleman enjoying the morning sunshine.
Teacher Appreciation Week
SCS parent Eileen Martorano rolls a cart of breakfast goodies for teachers, around to each classroom during during Teacher Appreciation Week held April 27-31 at St. Catherine's. The Home School Association sponsored the week with many parent volunteers decorating teacher's classroom doors. SCS teachers were treated to breakfast each morning, along with a warm "Thank You" for all they do at SCS.
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
We have a winner!
St. Catherine Students Plant a Tree for Arbor Day
To celebrate National Arbor Day, third grade students from St. Catherine of Siena School in Cedar Grove planted a tree on April 29 with the help of Mr. Anthony Latella, of Latella Landscaping, in Cedar Grove. The tree planting was scheduled as part of the class's environmental studies where they are learning about the 3R's - Reduce, Reuse and Recycle, as well as gaining an appreciation of the earth's natural resources, including trees.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Jump rope elective
Students enjoy the beautiful outdoor temperatures while participating in the middle school Jump rope elective taught by Mary Peters.
Friday, April 10, 2009
FIRST HONORS
Grade 8
Tyler C., Caitlin C., Patrick C., Vincent C., Maggie C., Carly D., Nicholas D., Mary F., Patrick F., Alyssa F., Melissa G., Kristian J., Kevin L., Brian M., Tyler O., Kristen R., Gregory S., Matthew S., Bridget V.
Grade 7
Jeremy A., Michael B., Allison C., Daniel C., Thomas C., Louis D., Steven F., Kevin F., Kelly H., Antony K., Robert M., Anthony P., Anthony P., Julia R., Samantha S., Kimberly T.
Grade 6
Ken B., Matthew C., Mia A., Michael D., Jennifer J., James K., Thomas L., Kelly M., Vincent M., Nina R., Alfred P., Christian S., Austin T., Alex U.
Grade 5
Giovanna B., Jack C., Monica D., Katherine F., Kerry F., Elizabeth H., Kristen O., Anthony P., Gabrielle R., Sean R., Dominique S., Delia S., Lucy S., Erin T., Lauren T.
Grade 4
Megan C., Chelsea C., Justin D., Zachary G., Tara M., Philip S., Katherine S., Owen T.
SECOND HONORS
Grade 8
Morgan B., Alexander C., Kenny C., Kerrianne M., James R.
Grade 7
Jack A., Alexa A., Haley B., Mairead C., Clifford J., Tara P., Patrick R., Maria S., Angela S.
Grade 6
Michael B., Paige B., Graceann D., Elizabeth D., Deanna D., James G., Alexander L., Kevin O., Griffin O.
Grade 5
Makenna B., Porcha B., Frank C., Brigitte M., Gabrielle P., Michael T.
Grade 4
Phillip S., Ryan O., Patrick M.
HONORABLE MENTION
Danielle B., Gr. 8
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Easter Passion Play
To begin Holy Week, third grade students from St. Catherine of Siena School in Cedar Grove performed the annual Passion Play on April 8 for parents and the student body. Some members of the cast, left to right, Brendan F., Christian S., Daniel K., Liam O., Alexa S., Emily K., and Dwight T.
Prayer & Pizza
St. Catherine of Siena School Pastor Monsignor Robert Slipe enjoys a slice of pizza with school families during the annual Prayer & Pizza service in Siena Hall on Friday, March 27. During the Lenten service, students and their families pray the stations of the cross, followed by a meatless pizza dinner. Shown left to right, Jeaneen Dwyer, Monsignor Robert Slipe, Thomas D., and Lynn Theobald.
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
St. Catherine students recognized for volunteer service
St. Catherine of Siena School seventh grade students, Haley and Michael B., have been honored for their exemplary volunteer service with a President’s Volunteer Service Award.
The award, which recognizes Americans of all ages who have volunteered significant amounts of their time to serve their communities and their country, was presented by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program on behalf of the President’s council on Service and Civic Participation.
Twins Haley and Michael B. earned their award by participating in Military support since 2005. The students have collected Christmas cards, candy, treats, socks, and underwear to mail to troops in Iraq and Afghanistan, working with the Adopt A Platoon organization. Not only did they support troops overseas but they also gave similar support to individuals in the Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Last spring Haley and Michael also organized a yard sale with their friends and raised $800 for Operation Home Front Helping Military Families, New York/New Jersey Chapter. The students also raised $600 in a yard sale for the National Hydrocephalus Organization for research, to honor a close friend of the family.
Sponsored by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals, the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards honor young people across America for outstanding community service activities. More than 250,000 young people across America have been considered for these awards since the program began in 1995.
Friday, March 27, 2009
St. Catherine students participate in state band
St. Catherine of Siena School will be well-represented in the Future Musicians All-State 30th Anniversary celebration. The concert will be held on April 4, 2009 at 3 PM in The Collins Arena of Brookdale Community College in Lincroft. More than 300 young musicians will represent over sixty schools served by the Future Musicians, Inc. program, providing music instruction for the private and parochial schools in NJ.
St. Catherine student Kerry F. will perform with the Festival (beginner) Band on flute, and Alex U. (alto sax), Ken B. (tenor sax), James K. (clarinet), and Austin T. (trumpet) will play with the All State Band. Ken and Austin will also be featured with the All-State Jazz Ensemble. Shown left to right, Kerry F., Austin T., Ken B., Alex U. and James K.
The concert is open to the public. Tickets are $10, available at the door.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
Digging into dinosaurs
St. Catherine of Siena student Roma M. shows off the green stegosaurus she made while learning about dinosaurs in Mrs. Giaquinto's preschool four-year-old class.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Forensic competition winners
Our forensics team coached by Ms. Irwin and Mr. Ganter had a great success this year with many of our students in the finals at every meet. Special congratulations go out to the students who competed in the tournament held on March 25, 2009. Awards were given to Alyssa F. of the 8th grade who was the Third Place Winner for the combined Year, Kimberly T. in 7th grade who was Tenth Place Winner for the combined year, and Patrick C. in the 8th grade who in the Humor Competition came in First Place with his Dane Cook presentation that commanded the room. Eighth grade students Bridget V. and Caitlin C., along with seventh grade students Julia R., Mairead C., and Maria S. also did St. Catherine’s proud in competitions by improving their scores each and every meet. We are confident all our forensic students will only get better as they continue.
Rocket to the moon
St. Catherine of Siena preschool four-year-old student Adam M. shows off his rocket ship and lunar landing model that he made while learning about space and the solar system in Mrs. Mulieri's class.
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Congratulations fifth grade girls basketball
St. Catherine of Siena's fifth grade girls basketball team won second place in the G-4 championship game held at St. Leos in Elmwood Park on Sunday March 15, 2009. Shown above Coach Domenic Schiraldi distributes trophies to the team while Assistant coach Margo Preziosi cheers the girls' on. Players shown, center left to right, Makena B. and Dominique S.
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Scones for all
Jeaneen Dwyer shares the art of making traditional Irish scones with the students of St. Catherine of Siena School on St. Patrick’s Day, using her grandmother’s famous secret recipe. Dwyer is the grandaughter of Katie Reilly, whose Irish soda bread and scone mix is distributed locally in stores. Shown with the sixth grade class, front left to right, Paige B., Elizabeth D., back left to right, Michael D., Jeaneen Dwyer.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Freedom essay winners
Congratulations to sixth grade student Graceann D. and eighth grade student Maggie C. who each won second place in their division for the Cedar Grove Elks Lodge #2237 2008-2009 Americanism
Essay Contest "What Freedom Means to Me".
Graceann won second place in Division I (Grades 5 and 6) and Maggie won second place in Division II (Grades 7 and 8).
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Dr. Seuss birthday!
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Congratulations sixth grade girls!
Congratulations to St. Catherine of Siena School's sixth grade girls basketball team who took home the Second Place trophy in the final game of the GIL basketball league championships on Sunday, March 1. The girls played an incredible game! Shown left to right, Deanna D., Nina R., Jennifer J., Paige B., Coach Mike Rosella, Elizabeth D., and Kelly M. Special thanks to all the fifth grade girls who "played up" during the season and during the championship games.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
St. Catherine students serve in Civil Air Patrol
St. Catherine of Siena School students (shown left to right) Patrick F., grade 8, and Michael B., grade 7, both have a love of aviation and the United States military. They are preparing for their future by rising to the challenge of cadet membership in the U.S. Air Force Auxiliary, Civil Air Patrol.
Patrick joined the cadet program in April 2007. Since joining, Patrick has worked his way up to the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. He now leads his squadron’s color guard team. Patrick has been on 5 orientation flights, flying to places like High Point, New Jersey, and the Poconos. He attended basic encampment at McGuire Air Force base last summer and is hoping to attend a glider encampment this coming summer.
Michael became a cadet in February 2008 and has recently been promoted to the rank of Senior Airman. He has been on an orientation flight, flying to Princeton, New Jersey and is a member of the color guard team. He is planning to attend a week-long basic encampment at McGuire Air Force base this summer.
The Civil Air Patrol is the auxiliary of the United States Air Force. It has three missions: aerospace education, emergency services, and the cadet program. The cadet program is for young people between the ages of 12 and 21 who are interested in aviation. Cadets learn about space and aviation, participate in air shows and model rocketry, and go on orientation flights in both powered and glider aircraft.
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
100 days of learning
St. Catherine of Siena School’s kindergarten class celebrated their 100th day of school on Tuesday, February 24, with special classroom activities centered around the number 100. Students enjoyed eating 100 pieces of cereal for snack.They worked on many projects incorporating the number 100 including creating artwork with 100 cotton balls, popsicle sticks and stickers. Teachers Mrs. Tissot and Mrs. Flynn made the students 100th day one to remember!
Sunday, February 22, 2009
St. Catherine’s takes first in tournament
St. Catherine of Siena School’s sixth grade girls basketball team won first place in the St. Peter’s School Second Annual Hoops Tournament held on February 22 in Belleville. The Saints won in the 5-6th grade girls division defeating St. Joseph Elementary School , East Orange, with a winning score of 53-23. Team members, shown left to right, Kelly M., Paige B., Makenna B., Elizabeth D., Coach Michael Rosella, Deanna D., and Nina R.. Not shown, Jennifer J., Lucy S., Carlette P., and Delia S..
Saturday, February 7, 2009
Travel Band plays SHU
St. Catherine of Siena School band students joined other Future Musician students in the area on Saturday, February 7 at the Seton Hall University Lady Pirate game in South Orange. Students played at half time under the direction of SCS band teacher Miss Martha Boughner.
Friday, February 6, 2009
Jump Rope For Heart
St. Catherine of Siena School joined with the American Heart Association to sponsor a Jump Rope For Heart event on February 6 in Siena Hall. Students got their bodies moving and their hearts pumping while jumping rope, hula hoops, and hurdles. This year, St. Catherine of Siena School students raised over $5,700 for the American Heart Association. Shown above, kindergarten student Isabella M. enjoys doing jumping jacks with her class.
Jump Rope For Heart engages elementary students in jumping rope while raising funds to support lifesaving heart and stroke research. This educational program teaches physical fitness and promotes the value of community service to students and their families. It shows students that they can contribute to their community's welfare. Jump Rope For Heart is a national educational fund-raising program that is sponsored by the American Heart Association and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD).
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Eighth Grade Ring Ceremony
St. Catherine of Siena School’s eighth grade class received school rings at Friday's Catholic Schools Week Mass held January 30. Shown above, teacher Carmine Barbarito stands with Father Robert Gelinas as he blesses the rings.