PRINCIPAL NOTES: We will NOT be attending 8:00 Mass tomorrow morning due to the late night the students will have this evening.

It has been brought to my attention that parents are letting their children out of cars on Prairie Avenue curbside as well as the middle of the street! This could create a very dangerous situation. There was a close call when an emergency vehicle with lights only (no siren) was coming through the intersection. I’m asking that you follow our drop off procedures for the safety of your children and listen to the instructions of the crossing guard and patrol.

Thanks so very much to all of you for your kind thoughts, prayers, wishes and generous gifts to all of us during the holiday season! A special thanks for sharing your most precious gift of all with us…your children! We wish you all a blessed New Year!

Congratulations to [] this month’s cash raffle winner!

CHRISTMAS PROGRAM REMINDERS: The Christmas Program begins tonight at 6:30 p.m. The students are asked to be in their seats by 6:15. Band students should also be at church by 6:00. Mr. Enns will be looking for a few band members to help him move the music stands from the Music Room before and after the performance. Kindergarten students should sit with their parents until called by Mrs. Turek. Preschoolers should meet in the children's room in the back of the church at 6:15. As always, we would appreciate all picture taking and/or videotaping to take place from the back of the church or from the pew in which you are seated. Aisles need to remain clear at all times. Also, please try to refrain from talking; remember this is a performance and we should respect that. Thank you for your cooperation!

GEOGRAPHY BEE: This year, Saint Barbara's participated in the Annual National Geographic Bee. The bee was given to the 7th & 8th grade students. There were three rounds in the bee. The 1st round was held during their Social Studies classes and we had ten finalists. The 2nd and 3rd rounds were held last Friday and the whole school came to cheer them on! We had a blast! It was so exciting! The contestants had to answer written and oral questions about Geography. Finally,two students made it to the Championship Round where they competed for first place. They both did a fantastic job! [] won the competition! She will submit a 70 question written exam to qualify for a place in the State Competition. We are so proud of all of our students for working so hard and congratulations []

OUT-OF-UNIFORM: Tomorrow, Friday, December 21st, will be an out-of-uniform day. Students can wear green and red to celebrate the Christmas holidays! Jeans and gym shoes will be allowed. Any clothing with inappropriate wording, pictures, etc. are not allowed.

CHOIR UPDATE: The Youth / Teen Choir (6th grade through High School Senior) will rehearse again on Saturday December 22nd at 10:00 a.m. in the Music Room. Due to lack of interest, the Children’s Christmas Choir has been cancelled.

FOOTBALL MANIA WINNERS: Our school has a $100 winner in the Football Mania, Ticket Number 4138! They have been notified.

MARKET DAY NEWS: WOW! Another great month for Market Day! This month's sale earned $699 for our school! Thank you to all who placed orders and to our 7th grade families and all volunteers who came out to lend a hand

JR HIGH TRIVIA is accepting teams for the February 1st event. This week the event has opened up to other schools that are being invited. There are only 30 spots. Get your team together and at least turn in the form so I can reserve your place for the event. You can call me with any questions.

ADULT TRIVIA will be Saturday, February 9th. Start getting your team together!

OUR SCHOOL HAS THE BEST PARENTS EVER! We were in short supply for bingo workers on this past Friday, but thanks to the effort of some kind souls it worked out great. A HUGE thanks to [] for helping get the bingo hall set up. If you haven't played bingo in a while or want to try, come out for our January 11, 2008 bingo. We have a great time.

BROOKFIELD LITTLE LEAGUE information is enclosed. Sign-up is coming in January.