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August |
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August 05, 2010 |
New Family Orientation, 6:00 pm
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Families new to the Academy this year are invited for an introduction to our traditions and ways of operating. |
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August 09, 2010 |
Lower School Back-to-School Night, 6:00 pm
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New and returning families with children in Grades PreK through 5th are invited for a brief presentation and to visit with teachers in the classrooms. |
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August 10, 2010 |
Middle and Upper Back-to-School Night, 6:00 pm
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New and returning families with children in Grades 6 through 12 are invited for a brief presentation and to meet the teachers. |
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August 11, 2010 |
First Day of Classes
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On the first day of classes only, parents may, if they wish, escort their children to the classroom. When the instructional day begins, parents will be invited to the St. Anthony Hall for coffee. |
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August 26, 2010 |
Upper School Tea, 2:00 pm, John Paul II Library
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For upper scholars, middle/upper school faculty, administrators and clergy. |
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August 31, 2010 |
Student birthday observances, PK-5th only, 2:30 pm
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September |
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September 06, 2010 |
Federal holiday; school closed
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September 08, 2010 |
Faculty Profess Oath of Fidelity
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During the 9:15 Mass |
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September 08, 2010 |
Evensong and Benediction, 2:15 p.m.
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September 09, 2010 |
College Information Night, Library, 7:00 pm
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Topics covered will include the admission application process, admission timeline, and financial aid process. Seniors and their parents are encouraged to attend. All families are welcome. |
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September 14, 2010 |
Sacramental Preparation Meeting 7pm
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for second grade parents and for school families in third grade and up desiring Confirmation |
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September 16, 2010 |
Fall Dance, 7:00 pm
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For students in Grades 8 through 12. Student Council event. |
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September 17, 2010 |
Parent-teacher conferences. No classes.
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Teachers will schedule individual conferences with parents. No classes will be held this day. School holiday for students. |
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September 25, 2010 |
Family Bingo Night, 6:30 p.m.
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September 28, 2010 |
Parental Responsibilities Night, 7:00 pm
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Parent-Teacher Club meeting and educational program on parental responsibilities in family life education. No children, please. We ask that one parent from each family attend. |
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September 30, 2010 |
Student birthday observances, PK-5th only, 2:30 pm
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September 30, 2010 |
Regional Science Fair Information Session
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7:00 pm, at the school, for Middle and Upper parents and students interested in the requirements and standards for regional Science Fair competition. Contact Dr. Vallor for details. |
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October |
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October 05, 2010 |
First Quarter AR Testing Deadline
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All Accelerated Reader testing for the First Quarter is to be complete by 3:00 pm today. |
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October 07, 2010 |
Evensong and Benediction, 2:15 pm
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Our Lady of Victory/Our Lady of the Rosary |
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October 08, 2010 |
Last Day of First Quarterly Grading Term
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October 09, 2010 |
Academy Gala, Sonterra Country Club
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Limited to capacity; ticket purchase required. PTC event. |
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October 11, 2010 |
Holiday -- school closed
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October 13, 2010 |
PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test
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This national standardized test will be administered to all Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors during school hours. |
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October 17, 2010 |
Grandparents' Day and School Open House
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Students' grandparents are invited to attend the 9am Sunday Mass; refreshments and school open house to follow. Designated student choirs are required to sing. |
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October 20, 2010 |
Academic Awards Assembly
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Honoring achievement during the first quarter. Following the 9:15 Mass. |
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October 22, 2010 |
School closed
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Faculty will attend Archdiocesan in-service training. |
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October 28, 2010 |
Annual College Fair, St. Mary's Univ., 6:30 pm
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Greehey Convocation Center (basketball arena), 6:30-8:30 pm, open to all Atonement upper scholars and their parents |
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October 29, 2010 |
Student birthday observances, PK-5th only, 2:30 pm
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October 29, 2010 |
Upper School Student Event, 7:00 pm
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For upper scholars. Details of event to be announced. Student Council event. |
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November |
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November 01, 2010 |
All Saints Day observances, PK-5th only, 2:30pm
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November 02, 2010 |
Requiem, 7:00 pm
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Upper School Honors Choir is required to sing. |
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November 03, 2010 |
Student Group and Individual Photos, Nov 3-4
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Sweaters required (Grades K-8) |
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November 04, 2010 |
Student Group and Individual Photos, Nov 3-4
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Sweaters required (Grades K-8) |
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November 06, 2010 |
7th and 8th Grade Trip to Washington, D.C.
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Sat, Nov 6 through Thurs, Nov 11. Visiting important historic and religious sites in and around Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, Baltimore and Annapolis. Participation by reservation and fee. |
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November 06, 2010 |
Fall Break -- school closed
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Saturday, November 6 through Sunday November 14. |
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November 12, 2010 |
TPSMEA Music Competition in Houston
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Nov. 12 and 13; for select middle school musicians. |
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November 15, 2010 |
School resumes following Fall Break
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November 20, 2010 |
King's Fair
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Begins with Mass at 10:00 am. Attendance is required for members of student choirs scheduled to sing this day. |
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November 23, 2010 |
Student birthday observances, PK-5th only, 2:30 pm
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November 23, 2010 |
Upper School Student Event, 7:00 pm
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For upper scholars. Details of event to be announced. Student Council event. |
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November 24, 2010 |
Thanksgiving Holiday, Nov. 24-28
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November 25, 2010 |
Thanksgiving Holiday, Nov. 24-28
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November 26, 2010 |
Thanksgiving Holiday, Nov. 24-28
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November 30, 2010 |
Evensong and Benediction, 2:15 pm
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Feast of St. Andrew, Apostle and Martyr |
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December |
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December 06, 2010 |
St. Nicholas Day observances, PK-5th only, 2:30 pm
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December 07, 2010 |
Las Posadas performance and PTC Meeting
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St. Anthony Hall, 7:00 pm. Traditional Las Posadas (no room at the inn) performances by lower scholars. Attendance is required for performers. All Academy families are welcome. |
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December 08, 2010 |
Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
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Holy day of obligation. Students will attend 9:15 school Mass as always. |
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December 09, 2010 |
Second Quarter AR Testing Deadline
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All Accelerated Reader testing for the Second Quarter is to be complete by 3:00 pm today. |
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December 10, 2010 |
Christmas Concert, Grades 6-12, Church, 7:00 pm.
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All students in Grades 6-12 are required to participate for the full duration of the concert. All Academy families are welcome to attend. |
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December 11, 2010 |
Upper School Dance, 7:00 pm
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For upper scholars. Student Council event. |
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December 13, 2010 |
Student birthday observances, PK-5th only, 2:30 pm
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December 17, 2010 |
Christmas Concert, Grades 3-5, Church, 7pm
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All students in Grades 3-5 are required to participate for the full duration of the concert. All academy families are welcome. |
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December 20, 2010 |
Early Dismissal, 12:00 noon
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Early dismissal days this semester are December 20, 21 and 22. |
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December 20, 2010 |
Semester Exams, Day 1 of 3, Grades 6-12 only
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Exam for first period class 7:30-9:00. Exam for second period class 10:20-11:50. |
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December 21, 2010 |
PreK and Kindergarten Concert, 2:00 pm
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All PreK and Kindergarten students are required to participate for the full duration of the concert. All Academy families are welcome to attend. |
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December 21, 2010 |
Semester Exams, Day 2 of 3, Grades 6-12 only
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Exams for two of 4th, 5th and 9th period classes, 7:30-9:00 and 10:20-11:50. (No student has more than two academic classes during these three periods). |
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December 21, 2010 |
Early Dismissal, 12:00 noon
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Early dismissal days this semester are December 20, 21 and 22. |
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December 22, 2010 |
End of Second Quarter, End of Fall Semester
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December 22, 2010 |
Semester Exams, Day 3 of 3, Grades 6-12 only
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Exam for eighth period class 7:30-9:00. Exam for sixth or seventh period class (Upper School) or 8th Grade Latin I, 10:20-11:50. Students with no 10:20 exam may be be signed out at 10:15 am. |
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December 22, 2010 |
Early Dismissal, 12:00 noon
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Early dismissal days this semester are December 20, 21 and 22. |
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December 22, 2010 |
First and Second Grade Concert, 2:00 pm
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All first and second grade students are required to participate for the full duration of the concert. All Academy families are welcome to attend. |
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December 23, 2010 |
Christmas Break
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Christmas Break, December 23 through January 3. |
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January |
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January 03, 2011 |
School closed
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Last day of Christmas Break for students. Faculty will attend in-service training. |
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January 04, 2011 |
School Resumes after Christmas Break
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Beginning of third quarterly grading term/beginning of second semester |
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January 07, 2011 |
International Festival
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International Fesitival, 6:00-8:00 pm in Lower School classrooms and St. Anthony Hall, Lower School event, all academy families welcome |
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January 09, 2011 |
Priority Enrollment Application Period Begins
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Returning families and parishioners may apply for enrollment for the 2011-2012 academic year. Applications must be filed on or before January 22 to preserve priority. |
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January 12, 2011 |
Academic Awards Assembly
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Honoring achievement during the second quarter. Following the 9:15 am Mass. |
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January 13, 2011 |
College Information Night, Library, 7:00 pm
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This session will focus on the college financial aid process. Seniors and their parents are strongly encouraged to attend. All academy families are welcome to attend. |
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January 17, 2011 |
Federal holiday; school closed
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January 18, 2011 |
Parental Formation Night (3rd in series)
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No children, please. |
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January 23, 2011 |
Public Enrollment Application Period Begins
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Prospective new families may apply for enrollment for the 2011-2012 academic year. Priority applicants (returning families and parishioners) must apply before this date to preserve priority. |
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January 30, 2011 |
Catholic Schools Week
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Catholic Schools Week is observed nationally January 30 through February 5. The academy has three special events scheduled this week: Open House, State of the School, and Stampede. |
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January 30, 2011 |
Academy Open House following 9am Mass
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The public is invited to attend Sunday Mass at 9:00 am, followed by refreshments and school open house. Participation is required for designated choristers. |
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January 31, 2011 |
Student birthday observances, PK-5th only, 2:30 pm
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February |
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February 01, 2011 |
State of the School/Strategic Plan Presentation
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7:00 pm. An information presentation for school and parish families on the current state of the school and its future direction. |
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February 02, 2011 |
Evensong and Benendiction, 2:15 pm
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Feast of the Presentation of the Lord (Candlemas) |
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February 05, 2011 |
Stampede, 6-9pm
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Western-themed music, dancing, BBQ and fun. For the whole family. $2 per person admission, food items for sale. |
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February 11, 2011 |
Upper School Dance, 7:00 pm
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For upper scholars. Student Council event. |
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February 12, 2011 |
Science Fair, Grades 6-12
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Student exhibit set-up Friday, Feb. 11. Contestant interviews and judging Sat. Feb 12; student participation required. Exhibits open for viewing after Sunday morning Masses Feb. 13. |
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February 14, 2011 |
St Valentine Day observance, PK-5th only, 2:30 pm
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February 17, 2011 |
Parent-Teacher Conferences. No classes.
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Teachers will schedule individual conferences with parents. No classes will be held this day. School holiday for students. |
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February 18, 2011 |
School closed
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School holiday for students and teachers. |
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February 21, 2011 |
Federal holiday; school closed
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February 22, 2011 |
Class Ring Blessing, Presentation and Reception
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Class rings are blessed and presented to Juniors during the 9:15 Mass. Reception following Mass for Juniors and their parents. |
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February 26, 2011 |
TPSMEA Music Solo
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competition in San Antonio. Saturday, Feb. 26. Participation is voluntary and by audition. |
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February 28, 2011 |
Student birthday observances, PK-5th only, 2:30 pm
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March |
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March 08, 2011 |
Annual Mardi Gras/Shrove Tuesday Dinner
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Fund raiser and social evening for school parents and faculty members. No children, please. Details and ticket price to be announced. PTC event. |
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March 09, 2011 |
Ash Wednesday, Lent begins
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March 10, 2011 |
Third Quarter AR Testing Deadline
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All Accelerated Reader testing for the Third Quarter is to be complete by 3:00 pm today. |
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March 11, 2011 |
Stations of the Cross, 2:15 pm
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March 12, 2011 |
PSIA Regional AA Competition
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March 18, 2011 |
End of Third Quarterly Grading Term
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March 18, 2011 |
Stations of the Cross, 2:15 pm
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March 25, 2011 |
Stations of the Cross, 2:15 pm
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March 26, 2011 |
TPSMEA State Choir Competition, March 25 and 26
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in the Dallas area, Friday and Saturday. All upper school choristers and selected middle school choristers are required to participate. Academy provides bus and pays transportation cost. |
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March 30, 2011 |
Academic Awards Assembly
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Honoring achievement in the third quarter. Following the 9:15 mass. |
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March 31, 2011 |
Student birthday observances, PK-5th only, 2:30 pm
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April |
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April 01, 2011 |
Stations of the Cross, 2:15 pm
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April 04, 2011 |
IOWA TESTS OF BASIC SKILLS
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Test Day 1 - 7th-12th grades: 1st of 2 days. / 6th grade: 1st of 3 days. / Lower School: 1st of 4 days. |
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April 05, 2011 |
IOWA TESTS OF BASIC SKILLS
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Test Day 2 - 7th-12th grades: 2nd day of 2 days. / 6th grade: 2nd day of 3 days. / Lower School: 2nd of 4 days. |
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April 06, 2011 |
IOWA TESTS OF BASIC SKILLS
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Test Day 3 - 6th grade: 3rd of 3 days. / Lower School: 3rd of 4 days. |
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April 07, 2011 |
IOWA TESTS OF BASIC SKILLS
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Test Day 4 - Lower School: 4th of 4th day. |
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April 08, 2011 |
Stations of the Cross, 2:15 pm
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April 12, 2011 |
Parent Teacher Club Meeting, 7pm
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Program to be announced. |
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April 14, 2011 |
Student birthday observances, PK-5th only, 2:30 pm
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April 14, 2011 |
Annual Athletic Banquet, Gymnasium, 6:30 pm
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Honoring Middle and Upper School athletes. All Academy families are welcome, subject to capacity; ticket purchase required. |
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April 15, 2011 |
Battle of Flowers holiday; school closed.
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A city holiday on a Lenten Friday. Rules concerning abstinence are in force unless suspended by the Archbishop. |
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April 22, 2011 |
Good Friday; school closed.
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April 22, 2011 |
Easter Break; school closed
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Good Friday, April 22 through Sunday, May 1 |
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May |
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May 02, 2011 |
Advanced Placement exams, May 2-13
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AP exams will be administered to select upper scholars according to the College Board schedule, May 2 through 13. |
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May 03, 2011 |
Evensong & Benediction, 2:15 pm
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May 04, 2011 |
May Crowning
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Immediately following the 9:15 am Mass. |
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May 06, 2011 |
Annual Video Festival, 7:00 pm
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Student Council event. All Academy and parish families are welcome. |
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May 12, 2011 |
Fourth Quarter AR Testing Deadline
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All Accelerated Reader testing for the Fourth Quarter is to be complete by 3:00 pm today. |
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May 13, 2011 |
Concert, 3rd-5th grades, St. Anthony Hall, 7:00 pm
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Spring Concert. All students in Grades 3-5 are required to participate for the full duration of the concert. All academy families are welcome to attend. |
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May 14, 2011 |
Junior-Senior Prom
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Admission by ticket only. |
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May 17, 2011 |
Annual Senior-Parent Brunch, 10:30 am
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John Paul II Library. For graduating seniors and their parents. |
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May 20, 2011 |
Concert, Middle and Upper School, 7:00 pm
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St. Anthony Hall. All middle and upper scholars are required to participate for the full duration of the concert. All Academy families are welcome to attend. |
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May 24, 2011 |
Student birthday observances, PK-5th only, 2:30 pm
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May 25, 2011 |
Early Dismissal, 12:00 noon
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Early dismissal days this semester are May 25, 26, 27, 31, and June 1 and 2. |
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May 25, 2011 |
PreK and Kindergarten Concert, 2:00 pm.
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All PreK and Kindergarten students are required to participate for the full duration of the concert. All Academy families are welcome to attend. |
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May 25, 2011 |
Semester Exams, Day 1 of 3, Grades 6-12 only.
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Exam for first period class 7:30-9:00. Exam for second period class 10:20-11:50. |
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May 25, 2011 |
Kindergarten Graduation, 2:45 pm
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May 26, 2011 |
First and Second Grade Concert, 2:00 pm
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All first and second grade students are required to participate for the full duration of the concert. All Academy families are welcome to attend. |
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May 26, 2011 |
Early Dismissal, 12:00 noon
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Early dismissal days this semester are May 25, 26, 27, 31, and June 1 and 2. |
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May 26, 2011 |
Semester Exams, Day 2 of 3, Grades 6-12 only.
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Exams for two of 4th, 5th and 9th period classes, 7:30-9:00 and 10:20-11:50. (No student has more than two academic classes during these three periods). |
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May 27, 2011 |
Early Dismissal, 12:00 noon
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Early dismissal days this semester are May 25, 26, 27, 31, and June 1 and 2. |
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May 27, 2011 |
Semester Exams, Day 3 of 3, Grades 6-12 only.
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Exam for eighth period class, 7:30-9:00. Exam for sixth or seventh period class (upper school) or 8th grade Latin I, 10:20-11:50. Students with no 10:20 am exam may be signed out after Mass at 10:15. |
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May 27, 2011 |
Last Day of Classes for Graduating Students
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May 30, 2011 |
Federal holiday, school closed.
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May 31, 2011 |
Early Dismissal, 12:00 noon
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Early dismissal days this semester are May 25, 26, 27, 31, and June 1 and 2. |
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May 31, 2011 |
Lower School Field Day, Grades PK-5th only.
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10:10-11:30 am. Lower School students wear athletic uniform all day. |
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June |
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June 01, 2011 |
Upper Scholars v. Faculty Volleyball Game
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After Mass. All students attending school on this day will attend the game with their classes. |
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June 01, 2011 |
Early dismissal, 12:00 noon
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Early dismissal days this semester are May 25, 26, 27, 31, and June 1 and 2. |
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June 01, 2011 |
Extracurricular Awards Assembly, 8:15 am
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Extracurricular accomplishments achieved after the third quarter Academic Awards Assembly will be recognized. |
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June 02, 2011 |
Senior Baccalaureate Mass and Dinner
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Mass at 6:00 pm; dinner immediately following. Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors are required to sing at Mass. Dinner subject to capacity; ticket required. |
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June 02, 2011 |
Eighth Grade v. Faculty Volleyball Game
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After Mass. All students attending school on this day will attend the game with their classes |
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June 02, 2011 |
Last Day of Classes
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June 02, 2011 |
Early dismissal, 12:00 noon
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Early dismissal days this semester are May 25, 26, 27, 31, and June 1 and 2. |
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June 03, 2011 |
Choral Evensong and Senior Commencement
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Evensong at 7:00 pm; Commencement immediately following. |
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June 04, 2011 |
Mass and Eighth Grade Commencement
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Mass at 10:00 am; Commencement immediately following. Sixth and seventh graders are required to sing at Mass. |
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June 06, 2011 |
Inclement Weather Makeup Day
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if required |
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June 07, 2011 |
Annual Book and Uniform Exchange, 1-7 p.m.
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For families to buy, sell and trade school books and uniform items, 1-7 p.m. |
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June 07, 2011 |
Inclement Weather Makeup Day
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if required |
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November |
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November 03, 2011 |
Fall Break 2011, Nov 3-13 inclusive
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Attendance required Nov. 2 and Nov. 14 |
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