Monday Mail for the Week of May 20th, 2013: Important Upcoming Calendar Reminders - May 21st ................. Final Exams Begin (More information below) - May 24th …………. Book Buyback, SBA Bookstore, 1:00pm-4:00pm (YOU MUST BRING A QUOTE WITH YOU TO SCHOOL) - May 27th ………… Memorial Day – School Office will be CLOSED - May 28th ………… Make-up Exams Begin at 8:00am - June 3rd/4th ………. Used Uniform Drop-off/Sale (For more information, click here) - June 1st……………Summer Office Hours Begin – The School Office will be open MondayThursday, 8:30am-1:00pm
Business News – 2013/14 Tuition Payment Plans Tuition Payment Plans for ALL families should be set and scheduled. You will receive your e-mail reminders for tuition payments due directly from FACTS (based on the annual, quarterly, or monthly options). If you need to make adjustments on your tuition account payment plan, you can e-mail or call the SBA Business Office at hurtk@sbaeagles.org or 901-260-2868. IF you have NOT received an e-mail confirmation from FACTS for your family’s payment plan, please contact our business office and make sure the correct e-mail address or mailing address was set up.
Quarterly due dates are May, August, November, & February. Monthly Payment Plans should be paid off by March 2014. Annual Payments are due July 1st, 2013.
News from Home & School The 2013 Used Uniform Sale is set for June 3rd (drop off) and June 4th (sale date and pick up). Please see click here for information for selling your items and filling out the proper paperwork. The ACTUAL SALE DATE AND TIME IS JUNE 4th 7:30AM - 10:00AM. You will need checks made payable to each individual seller so bring plenty of checks or we also will be accepting cash. DROP OFF DATE IS JUNE 3rd. We have two times scheduled for drop off: 7:30 - 10:00AM and 5:30 - 7:15pm In order to sell your items, each item must be listed on the attached form and each item must be tagged with safety pins. Please see the forms for the correct format. Contact MaryMargaret Morning for any questions or concerns prior to drop off day at rmmorning@comcast.net. If you wish to pick up your unsold items please make certain you mark the correct box on the form. All items and $$ not picked up during pick up time will be donated to SBA Home and School. Pick up time is from 12:00-1:00pm on June 4th and 5:00-6:00 on June 4th.
2013 EZ DROP BUYBACK Friday, May 24, 201 2013 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm In the Dining Hall Remember to log in to the Online Bookstore account that you used to purchase your books so you don't miss out on Guaranteed Buyback! 36148足16
Come Party Yourself into SHAPE!
Classes: Wednesday @6:30 pm St. Benedict Gym 8250 Varnavas Dr. Cordova, Tn 38016
Classes start April 10 Cost is $3.00 per Class Sponsored By St. Benedict Track & Field
Come and join us for an easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness party. ™ With Tiffany Gibbs Certified Zumba Instructor
For Graduating Seniors’ Parents Great news! In an effort to go green photos from Project Graduation are now provided to customers with instant digital downloads of their photo booth gallery. Enjoy your downloads. Your digital files for 5-11-13/St. Benedict Project Graduation are ready and waiting. Click on this link to get your zip file: http://www.smugmug.com/downloads/269df8a18d82c7 1c49e2/1069397 (47.62 MB) Download your zip files or share the links any time in the next two weeks, but after 09:24 AM PDT on May 28th, 2013 you'll need to go back to the gallery and generate a new request.
Books NOT Being Used for 20132014 School Year As is always the case there a few textbooks that will not be renewed for next school year. For a list of those books NOT being used, please click here.
Parker Uniform Sale Days Parker Uniform will be offering sale days on June 14th, 15th, 21st, & 22nd. Customers will receive 10% of orders up to $250. For orders over $250, they will receive 15% off. On June 15th and 22nd, they will stay open until 4:30pm
Volleyball Tryouts Volleyball tryouts will be held Tuesday and Wednesday, May 28th and 29th from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. If you have any questions please contact Coach Buchanan at buchanana@sbaeagles.org or (901) 260-2888.
Memphis Most St. Benedict made it into the TOP 5 BEST PRIVATE SCHOOLS!!! But we need your votes to win!! Voting runs until June 10th. Go to the “Places” section to vote now for “Memphis Most.” You can vote as often as you want!! Here is the link to vote: http://www.commercialappeal.com/memphi s-most-2013-places
Go Eagles!!!!!
All alumni are welcome to join us for our first annual alumni basketball league. First Date - June 2, 2013, and continues each Sunday and Wednesday through July. Games will be two-20 minute halves, clock stops the last two minutes of each half. Includes game officials.
2013 Alumni Basketball League Make checks payable to St. Benedict Basketball
Contact: John Nollner (901) 734-4953
COMMUNITY NEWS SECTION
SFA Fall Fest 2013 We are starting the planning process for the 2013 SFA Fall Fest event. This year's event will take place on Friday September 27th and Saturday September 28th. We are always looking for SFA Parishioners who would like to assist in the planning and the weekend event. We are also looking for sponsors and this year, being a sponsor, will include the ability to sponsor contests during the event. If you are interested, please contact Chris Lomasney at candelomasney@comcast.net or 901-756-6822.
An Original Musical based on the story of “Job� written and produced by JAMM MINISTRY (John Angotti Music Mission). Mr. Angotti is an internationally acclaimed vocalist, musician and song writer who gives glory to God through his talent. Now he offers an original stage musical. JOB brings a message of hope to the question of why do bad things happen to good people. This production of JOB is the pilot, and you have the opportunity to be a part of this project, as we begin the process to get the message of hope in times of despair and suffering to the world through musical theatre. The dates of this pilot performance are July 18, 19, 20 at the St. Benedict Performing Arts Theatre. SBA alums, faculty and current students will be a part of this exciting production. The seating will be limited and tickets go on sale June 1. Visit this link for more information or to order tickets http://jobthenowtestament.johnangotti.com/.
Arm Yourself with a Meningitis Immunization Today!
What TENNESSEE PARENTS Need to Know for the 2013-2014 School Year! Dear Parent/Guardian, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone 11 to 18 years of age, as well as certain high risk adults and adolescents should receive the Meningitis. Due to the contagious nature of meningitis, many schools now require students to receive the Meningitis immunization prior to the start of the school year. Tennessee colleges and universities now require all incoming students residing on campus to receive the Meningitis immunization. Meningitis is a vaccine that safely protects against most types of meningococcal disease. Meningococcal disease is a serious bacterial illness. It is the leading cause of bacterial meningitis in children 2 through 18 years old in the Unites States. The vaccine will help protect your child and others from this serious disease, which causes severe fever, stiff neck, nausea and vomiting that can be fatal. Walgreens offers Meningitis Vaccine at ALL LOCATIONS IN TENNESSEE, as well as other vaccinations that are recommended for you and your child. We have over 26,000 Walgreens Pharmacists trained and certified in providing immunizations. We may be able to Bill your Prescription or Medical Insurance. Just ask our pharmacy staff for details. There is NO Appointment Necessary! We can give you or your child a vaccination anytime a Walgreen’s Pharmacy is open. At Walgreens we understand how important it is to protect our children against diseases, such as Meningitis. So please don’t wait, have your child immunized today! Thank you for considering Walgreens for your healthcare needs. Stay well this season! Sincerely, Walgreens District Managers and Pharmacy Supervisors To find your nearest Walgreens go to www.walgreens.comor call 1-800-WALGREENS. *Vaccine subject to availability. State, age and health condition-related restrictions may apply. See pharmacy for details. Walgreens Company
What TENNESSEE PARENTS Need to Know for the 2013-2014 School Year! Question: Answer:
What is Meningitis Disease? Meningococcal disease is a serious bacterial illness. It is a leading cause of bacterial meningitis in children 2 through 18 years old in the United States. Meningitis is an infection of the covering of the brain and the spinal cord.
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What is Meningitis vaccine? Meningitis vaccine is a vaccine for older children, adolescents and adults that safely protects against meningococcal disease.
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Who should receive meningitis vaccine? Meningitis vaccine is recommended for adolescents 11 through 18 years and high risk children (college students living in dorms). Two doses of meningitis vaccine (MCV4) are recommended for adolescents 11 through 18 years of age: the first dose at 11 or 12 years of age, with a booster dose at age 16. High risk patients (i.e. students living in dorms) should receive one dose.
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Why is the Meningitis vaccine recommended for college bound children? Studies have shown that students living in college dormitories have a higher risk of developing meningitis disease than students living in other accommodations. This risk is highest for incoming freshman. Some states have adopted mandates requiring college bound children that will reside in dorms to show proof of vaccination with meningitis vaccine prior to entering college.
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Where can my child get vaccinated? Walgreens offers meningitis vaccinations at all locations in TENNESSEE. Walk-ins are welcome. State age restrictions apply; ask your pharmacist for details.
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What other immunizations should I consider for my child? Preteens and teens are also recommended to be vaccinated against tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough/pertussis (Tdap); flu; HPV (human papillomavirus), and any other vaccine they may have missed during childhood. Walgreens can help you and your family with your immunization needs. For more information, contact your local Walgreens pharmacist.
To find a store near you, go to www.Walgreens.com or call 1-800-Walgreens. *Exclusions may apply check with the Department of Public Health for details. **Vaccine subject to availability. State, age and health condition-related restrictions may apply. See pharmacy for details.
Arm Yourself with a Whooping Cough Immunization Today!
What TENNESSEE PARENTS Need to Know for the 2013-2014 School Year! Dear Parent/Guardian, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone 10 years of age and older should receive a single dose of Tdap vaccine. Due to the very serious Whooping Cough (also known as Pertussis) outbreaks occurring nationwide over the last three years, Tennessee schools now require students entering 7th grade to receive the Tdap immunization and provide documentation of varicella immunity (also known as Chicken Pox) prior to the start of the 2013-2014 school year. Tdap is a booster vaccine that safely protects against 3 dangerous diseases: tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough (pertussis). The vaccine will help protect your child and others from this serious disease, which causes severe coughing and can last up to six months in infants. Walgreens offers Tdap (Whooping Cough Vaccine) at ALL LOCATIONS IN TENNESSEE, as well as other vaccinations that are recommended for you and your child. We have over 26,000 Walgreens Pharmacists trained and certified in providing immunizations. We may be able to Bill your Prescription or Medical Insurance. Just ask our pharmacy staff for details. There is NO Appointment Necessary! We can give you or your child a vaccination anytime a Walgreen’s Pharmacy is open. At Walgreens we understand how important it is to protect our children against diseases, such as Whooping Cough. So please don’t wait, have your child immunized today! Thank you for considering Walgreens for your healthcare needs. Stay well this season! Sincerely, Walgreens District Managers and Pharmacy Supervisors To find your nearest Walgreens go to www.walgreens.comor call 1-800-WALGREENS. *Vaccine subject to availability. State, age and health condition-related restrictions may apply. See pharmacy for details. Walgreens Company
What TENNESSEE PARENTS Need to Know for the 2013-2014 School Year! Question: Answer:
What is Tdap (Whooping Cough Vaccine)? Tdap is a vaccine for older children, adolescents and adults that safely protects against 3 dangerous diseases: tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough (pertussis).
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Why was the Tdap requirement added? It will help protect your child and the students around them from whooping cough. It is a contagious disease that can last for months and be deadly in infants. In recent years, the spread of whooping cough has been increasing in the US as evidenced by the epidemic California encountered in 2010.
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Where can my child get vaccinated? Walgreens offers Tdap (Whooping Cough Vaccinations)** at all stores in TENNESSEE. Walk-ins are welcome. State age restrictions apply; ask your pharmacist for details.
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Should I and others in my household get the Tdap vaccine? Yes! The CDC recommends everyone 10 years of age and older to get the vaccine to protect themselves and reduce the spread of pertussis, which is contagious.
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What other immunizations should I consider for my child? Preteens and teens are also recommended to be vaccinated against meningococcal disease (meningitis), flu, HPV (human papillomavirus), and any other vaccine they may have missed during childhood. Walgreens can help you and your family with your immunization needs. For more information, contact your local Walgreens pharmacist.
To find a store near you, go to www.Walgreens.com or call 1-800-Walgreens. *Exclusions may apply check with the Department of Public Health for details. **Vaccine subject to availability. State, age and health condition-related restrictions may apply. See pharmacy for details.