QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13

IMPORTANT DATES

January 29-02/03     Catholic School Week
February 03               Father Daughter Dance
February 08               Mid Quarter Progress Reports
February 13               Spring Pictures
February 14               $1 - Safety Patrol Dress Down (Happy Valentine's Day)
February 16               Poker Night
February 17               Teacher Professional Development Day (No School)
February 19               Confirmation Day (8th Grade) 
February 20               Presidents' Day (No School)

FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE

Make plans to be at the Father-Daughter dance this Friday night from 7-9PM in the cafeteria. The cost is $20 per couple and $5 per additional student. The theme is ‘Sock Hop’.

REGISTRATION FOR 2023-2024

Thank you families! CTK has had our strongest re-enrollment ever! Sixth, Seventh, Eighth and Pre-Kindergarten are now closed. Registration is now open to new families. Please spread the word to your neighbors and friends.

FSA POKER TOURNAMENT

Today is the last day to purchase tickets for yourself or to sponsor a staff member.

Ticket Link: https://checkout.square.site/buy/USSBLN7E5X6EMX5SIR7PDB6H

Check your email for the agenda (or find it on our website) and don't forget to sign up on Volunteer Mark if you intend to submit for service credit. 

This week we will discuss important information about the FSA Scholarship Pilot Program, bylaw changes, and other important information. 

BEE CLUB

Bee Club is meeting this Thursday, 2/2 at 3pm. Students must have jeans and PE shoes.

UNDERWATER ROBOTICS

Please note that there will be no underwater robotics on 2/2 and 2/16. Next week (starting on 2/9/23), we will meet from 3-4:30 PM weekly. The tournament is scheduled for April 1st at the Cecil Aquatics Center.  I will send registration information to all students who are planning to attend this free event.   

SPRING PICTURES

Spring Pictures will be on Monday, February 13th. Please note that this year students will only take pictures if they turn in/bring their order form. If they pre-order and are unhappy with their pictures, they will be able to get a refund. Order forms were sent home today. 

Please let your oldest child's homeroom teacher know if you want a sibling photo taken. 

Eighth grade cap and gown graduation photos will be taken on this day as well. Details on how to order will be emailed to 8th grade parents soon.  

WELCOME BETH RESCH!

Sadly, Mrs. Ferry is unable to finish the year with us due to personal reasons. Mrs. Resch has agreed to finish the rest of the year for us. She has been a second grade teacher and an ESE teacher for Waterleaf, Kernan Trail, and Brookview Elementary. She is also a Religious Education teacher for our parish. We are thrilled to have her on staff!

Please do not schedule doctor appointments during the hours of 8AM to 10AM, or family vacations from February 22nd through March 3rd when Catholic schools administer the Terra Nova test to grades 2nd through 8th grade. 

EMPTY PAPER TOWEL ROLLS NEEDED

3rd graders need empty paper towel rolls for a project for farmers market.

LADY RAVEN VOLLEYBALL

Our volleyball team made it to the semi-finals and fought hard. They took St. Paul’s Beach to three sets, but lost the final match. Congratulations to Coach Hale and the Lady Ravens for a fantastic season!

100 DAYS OF KINDERGARTEN

Can you count to 100? Kindergarten can! A fun time was spent counting 100 of various objects.

4-H MEETING

Our next meeting is tomorrow, Thursday, February 2nd from 3 PM - 3:45 PM in Ms. Hugo’s classroom. Pick up is at the carpool line.

KIDS HEART CHALLENGE

Attention, Ravens! CTK will start the American Heart Association's Kids' Heart Challenge in mid-February. This program was formerly known as Jump Rope for Heart and focuses on overall wellness and personal health in kids. It emphasizes not only cardiovascular health and exercise, but also proper nutrition and emotional wellness. In PE during the month of February, we'll focus on those topics. Please contact Coach Yarborough at david.yarborough@ctkschooljax.com if you have any questions.

CTK’S STEM COORDINATOR IS AN INNOVATION AWARD RUNNER UP!

Congratulations to our own Diana Techentien who was recognized by RenWeb as an innovative leader among teachers!

• Diana Techentien, Christ the King Catholic School (FL) – Engineering Class Innovations

MIDDLE SCHOOL PARENTS

There is a new app on your student’s school-issued iPad, Screen Guide, with a kangaroo icon. This app will allow parents to set controls on the iPad during after-school hours. For example, a parent will be able to block websites, disable the iPad at a certain time, and remove a student’s screen password.  For assistance, email our Technology Director at John.Beckert@ctkschooljax.com. 

CTK YOUTH MINISTRY NEWS

Steubenville High School Youth Conference: All 8th grade students who will be graduating this May are invited to participate in the Steubenville High School Youth Conference in Orlando, FL July 14-16. Registration is now open, and forms and a $200 deposit are due 2/27. Fundraising opportunities are available. Contact Jill@ctkcatholic.com for more information.

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