School Bulletin

  Megan Furth Academy

Principal’s Bulletin

November 19, 2008

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

This week as we prepare to offer our thanks and begin our Thanksgiving preparations, I want to offer my sincere thanks to everyone in the MFA community who have made this year such a success so far!  I look to each of you for inspiration and support as I face some new challenges and new opportunities for our school. 

First, as most of you are already aware, we have been without a physical education teacher.  We have hired Rhythm and Moves to provide PE on Tuesdays and Wednesdays beginning December 2nd.  To learn more about this highly regarded program that has been providing physical education to Catholic schools in the Bay Area since 1984, please visit their website www.rhythmandmoves.com

This exciting program will be taught by two fully credentialed physical education teachers who will implement a CA Standards-Based PE program two days a week.  Rhythm and Moves brings to MFA all its own equipment and will provide MFA students with progress reports so that parents can see how their child is performing in physical fitness.  I think MFA students and parents will be very pleased with Rhythm and Moves and the new direction of the PE program. 

Students will be expected to wear PE uniforms on Tuesdays and Wednesdays only.  Thursday will no longer be a PE day so the PE uniform is not required.  We will allow students to wear either the PE uniform or the formal uniform on Thursdays until December 19th.  However, when we return to school on January 5, 2009, we will expect that students will wear formal uniforms on Monday, Thursday and Friday and PE uniforms on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

In addition to the changes in the PE program, we have made some other changes that I believe will better serve students and promote academic achievement at MFA.  Beginning today, the Extended Day Program has been reorganized and renamed ASAP-After School Academic Program.  Mr. Steele is the new coordinator and the new focus is to support student learning from 3-6PM daily.  Attached you will find two letters detailing the changes and the new direction we are taking to ensure that the after school program supports the academic goals of the school.

I invite all MFA parents to visit the reorganized program and see for yourself how it will be more conducive to tutoring, studying, reading and learning. 

Lastly, I look forward to seeing you and your family tomorrow night at Chevy’s Restaurant on Van Ness.  Be sure to bring the flyer in this week’s Wednesday folder to learn how you can have a great meal AND support or school.

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or concerns, -please call me 346-9500 or email me nmcauliffe@meganfurthacademy.org

Have a Blessed Week

Nicole McAuliffe

THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE ANNOUNCEMENT  Sister Ann is still looking to collect 1000 cans by next Monday.  So far we have collected 250 food items.  Please help our efforts by contributing a can or box of food so that we can help those less fortunate during the holiday season.

After school Tutoring Schedule: 

Dates to Calendar:

November 20th:  MFA night at Chevy’s

November 24-26th:  K-8 Benchmark Testing

November 26th:  12:30PM dismissal; no ASAP

November 27-28th:  No school; Thanksgiving

December 19th:  12:30PM dismissal; No ASAP

Christmas Vacation:  12/22-January 4th

Megan Furth Academy

November 4, 2008

Dear MFA Parents and Caregivers,

It is with great enthusiasm that I write to you about the return of a well-respected MFA teacher, Mr. Marcus Steele.  For those parents who do not know Mr. Steele, he taught math in science in grades 5 and 6 last year.  Mr. Steele is a credentialed teacher who holds a Master’s Degree from the University of San Francisco.   Marcus is a competent teacher and role model for our children. 

I am very pleased to announce that Marcus Steele will be returning to MFA as of November 12, 2008.  His new role will have him working with all students both during the school day and after school.  Marcus will be teaching a daily computer/technology class to all K-8 students.  During the after school program, his primary role will be to coordinate the academic component of the program providing homework support and tutoring to all registered after school program students. 

Mr. Steele will be communicating directly with after school program parents to ensure that your child’s academic needs will be met during after school hours.  His is looking forward to being the “academic” liaison between parents and classroom teachers during the after school hours.  After school program parents should expect to hear from him next week!

Marcus will be on the job as of next Wednesday and his classes will begin on Monday, November 17th.  Please join me in welcoming him back “home” to MFA!

Sincerely,

Nicole McAuliffe

Megan Furth Academy

Principal’s Bulletin

November 5, 2008

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

I have fundraisers and appreciations on my mind!  Thank you to the dozens of parents who made last week’s chicken fry such a success!  I want to give a special thanks to Pauline and Shaunda Randle, Janice Johnson, Michelle Aniag, Nidra Harris, and April Hooper who made the event such a tasty success.  The school raised nearly $1500!  Great job!

Our next fundraiser will be the Pizza Sale on Friday.  Please read below for details about this fundraiser organized by Veronica Lee.  You can still place your child’s order; please contact Ms. Randle if your child needs an order form for Friday’s sale.

Mark your calendar for Thursday, November 20th!  Our PTA meeting has been canceled so that all families can come out for MFA Night at Chevy’s Restaurant on Van Ness.  Please read the flyer in this week’s Wednesday folder to learn how you can have a great meal AND support or school.

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or concerns, -please call me 346-9500 or email me nmcauliffe@meganfurthacademy.org

Have a Blessed Week

Nicole McAuliffe

Cheerleader/ Pep Squad: Cheerleader/Pep Squad practices are now on Tuesday & Wednesday 4:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. in the school yard. Please welcome our new Coach Ms. Christine Cheeves.

Boys Basketball Season:

The 3rd and 4th grade boys are still looking for a Basketball Coach; if a parent would like to coach this team please give Mr. Ward a call @ (415) 346-9500

The season begins Friday, December 5, 2008. If you would like to coach you must get certified by C.Y.O.

PIZZA SALE:  Pep Squad & Cheerleader's are seeking your support. Pizza Sale November 14th @ Lunch Time

$3.50 pizza & juice

$2.00  for extra single slice of pizza. 

Deadline to order will be Wednesday November 12th  

Parent Volunteers STILL Needed:

We are offering double parent hours to any parent who is available to supervise our Extended Day Program from 3-4:15PM on Friday, November 14th.  We need your help in facilitating a full staff meeting at that time.  Parents who volunteer for this one hour and fifteen minute task will receive 3 hours!  Please contact Ms. Randle to sign up.

Fall Fundraiser  

The Fall Fundraiser has arrived at MFA...If you have not already done so; please pick up your fundraiser on Thursday morning or after school.  Thank you for your support and have a good day.

 THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE ANNOUNCEMENT Thanksgiving canned food drive begins, Oct. 30TH through Monday, Nov 24TH, at 3:00 P.M Our goal is 1,000 canned foods Please send all canned foods to your child’s Classroom.

SACRAMENTAL PREPARATION PROGRAM: Our next Sacramental Preparation Evening is Wednesday, December 3, 2008. The time is: 5 – 6 p.m., in the Siena Room.

After school Tutoring Schedule: 

Dates to Calendar:

November 20th:  MFA night at Chevy’s

November 24-26th:  K-8 Benchmark Testing

November 26th:  12:30PM dismissal; no Extended Day Care

November 27-28th:  No school; Thanksgiving

December 19th:  12:30PM dismissal; No extended day care

Christmas Vacation:  12/22-January 4th

Megan Furth Academy

November 4, 2008

Dear MFA Parents and Caregivers,

It is with great enthusiasm that I write to you about the return of a well-respected MFA teacher, Mr. Marcus Steele.  For those parents who do not know Mr. Steele, he taught math in science in grades 5 and 6 last year.  Mr. Steele is a credentialed teacher who holds a Master’s Degree from the University of San Francisco.   Marcus is a competent teacher and role model for our children. 

I am very pleased to announce that Marcus Steele will be returning to MFA as of November 12, 2008.  His new role will have him working with all students both during the school day and after school.  Marcus will be teaching a daily computer/technology class to all K-8 students.  During the after school program, his primary role will be to coordinate the academic component of the program providing homework support and tutoring to all registered after school program students. 

Mr. Steele will be communicating directly with after school program parents to ensure that your child’s academic needs will be met during after school hours.  His is looking forward to being the “academic” liaison between parents and classroom teachers during the after school hours.  After school program parents should expect to hear from him next week!

Marcus will be on the job as of next Wednesday and his classes will begin on Monday, November 17th.  Please join me in welcoming him back “home” to MFA!

Sincerely,

Nicole McAuliffe

Megan Furth Academy

Principal’s Bulletin

November 5, 2008

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

I want to thank all of the families who made our Halloween festivities so special.  Each classroom was decorated and filled with foods and treats for all!  On behalf of the students and staff, I want to express my sincere appreciation for your generosity and time.

Last week, was parent conference week.  If you were unable to attend a conference you can call Ms. Randle to reschedule for a time this week.  Report cards were mailed home on Monday.

If at any point in the school year you would like to have your child put on a weekly progress report, please email or call me directly and I will arrange for a report to be sent to you.  Your child’s success is a top priority for all MFA faculty and staff!

As always, if you have any questions, comments, or concerns, -please call me 346-9500 or email me nmcauliffe@meganfurthacademy.org

Have a Blessed Week

Nicole McAuliffe

Veteran’s Day:

We are observing Veteran’s Day on Tuesday, November 11th.  School will be in session on Monday, November 10th.

MFA Chicken Fry Fundraiser:

Volunteers and donations are needed to make the November 7th Chicken Fry a success.  Please contact April Hooper aprilhooper@gmail.com 

PIZZA SALE:  Pep Squad & Cheerleader's are seeking your support. Pizza Sale November 14th @ Lunch Time

$3.50 pizza & juice

$2.00  single slice of pizza. 

Deadline to order will be Wednesday November 12th  

Parent Volunteers Needed:

We are offering double parent hours to any parent who is available to supervise our Extended Day Program from 3-4:15PM on Friday, November 14th.  We need your help in facilitating a full staff meeting at that time.  Parents who volunteer for this one hour and fifteen minute task will receive 3 hours!  Please contact Ms. Randle to sign up.

THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE ANNOUNCEMENT  THANKSGIVING CANNED FOOD DRIVE BEGINS, OCTOBER 30TH through MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH, AT 3:00 P.M. OUR GOAL IS 1,000 CANS OF FOOD. PLEASE SEND ALL CANNED FOODS TO YOUR CHILD’S Classroom.