August 14, 2013
Dear IC Catholic School Families,
I am pleased to take this opportunity to introduce myself to you and to welcome your child to Immaculate Conception (IC) Catholic School. I am eager and excited about the 2013–2014 school year. In addition to returning families, we have many new families who will be joining our school community. To all parents, we know that you have many choices for your children’s education. Thank you for entrusting to us the education of your children. The faculty and staff, in partnership with parents, are committed to developing students who are faith based, spiritual, life-long learners, who exemplify the pursuit of excellence in all opportunities found in our global community. We are dedicated to providing a quality education so that “a Catholic Education is an Advantage for Life”.
School Start Date, Hours, and Minimum Days
School resumes Tuesday, September 3, 2013 at 8:00 a.m. The first week of school will be early dismissal at 12:00 noon. This year, and every Wednesday thereafter, dismissal is at 12:00 p.m. This time is used to accommodate faculty and staff meetings, which will help to enhance teacher professional development and to prepare for WASC. Extended Morning and After-School Care will be provided by the school for a fee.
School Masses
Every Friday morning at 8:00 a.m. students and teachers will gather for a school wide mass. Students must be in their formal mass attire. Also, once a month students and their families will attend monthly Sunday family mass at 10:00 a.m. This mass is sponsored by the teachers, students, and families of Immaculate Conception School.
School Uniforms
This year is a transitional year. For returning families, students may wear their ICA uniforms until they wear out. New Families, boys will be allowed to wear navy, light blue and white polos. Girls may wear navy skorts, white blouse, navy or plaid ties. All students must adhere to the school uniform policy posted in the Parent Student Handbook and on the IC School website. Uniforms may be purchased at the parent forum on August 20th and/or Wal-Mart, Target, KMART, or Burlington Coat Factory.
School Website/ Supply List
Please visit the website for updated announcements. The website has been updated with current grade level supply list. You can visit our school website at www.icschoolmonrovia.org.
Tentative School Calendar
Attached, you will find the September tentative school calendar. You will receive a complete calendar with the Parent Student Handbook on the first general parent meeting. Please save the date for the upcoming events!!
- 2nd Parent Forum: IC Catholic School (New and Returning Families), Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in the School Hall.
- Mandatory Parent Meeting/ Back to School Night: Thursday, September 12, 2013 at 6:00 p.m. We will begin in the School Hall for prayer, PTO updates, and faculty and staff introductions. This will be followed by Back to School Night activities.
Open Enrollment
IC Catholic School will continue to accept applications for the upcoming year. “Let the little children come to me…the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” Matthew 19:14
Some of the BEST Reasons to Enroll Your Child at Immaculate Conception Catholic School:
- Fully accredited by WCEA and WASC
- Nurturing Academic Environment
- Extra-Curricular Activities
- Spiritual & Liturgical Activities
- Academic Decathlon Scholastic Competition
- High Faculty, Staff, Student, Alumni & Parent Involvement
- Extended Morning and After-School Care
- Christian Service Hours for Families
- Clean & Well-maintained Teaching & Learning Facilities
- Tuition Assistance and Scholarship Programs
Yours in Christ,
Mrs. Norma Moreno
Principal
