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Tuesday, December 2, 2014 – First Week of Advent

Let us remember that we are in the holy presence of God.

God, help us to understand that Your power is always at work in the midst of our lives. Amen

Saint John Baptist de La Salle…pray for us. Live Jesus in our hearts…forever!

Daily Digest

ENTREE: CURRY CHICKEN OVER BROWN RICE, ROASTED CAULIFLOWER; A LA CARTE: CAESAR SALAD, TURKEY BACON WRAP, PUMPKIN CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFINS

All college visits take place in the Guidance office, unless otherwise noted. Please get a pass from your teacher to meet with the college representative.

Today

  • 11:00am-12:00pm: College of St. Benedict’s/St. John’s University

Thank you if you have already contributed something to our annual Christmas Basket project. If you have not yet donated, you have an opportunity to give through tomorrow. Ninth and 10th graders may donate in their Theology classes, 11th graders in their Social Studies classes, and 12th graders in their English classes. The money we raise will help buy Christmas gifts for families we have spiritually adopted through Sponsor-a-Family Minnesota and the Aliveness Project.

A reminder for those students who signed up to shop for our Christmas Basket project that we will meet in Albers Atrium right after school this Friday. The bus will depart at 3:15pm and should return by 5:30pm. If you did not sign up but would still like to come, please let Ms. Hodapp in Lasallian Ministry know.

There will be a uniform inspection this week. All students are expected to be in compliance with our school uniform policy, if not, students will be issued Minor Violations. Please take time to review the Student Parent Handbook, and see Ms. Weeks with any questions.

Students please be sure to carefully sort all food, trash, and dishes from your lunch tray when composting. We have seen dishes and silverware items being placed in the compost and recycling bins. Carefully sorting only takes a minute and has numerous benefits for our school and larger community! Thank you in advance for your awareness and support for all GREEN initiatives!

We will have mentor meetings after 1st period tomorrow. Please go to your assigned mentor location and bring materials for quiet study when you are not meeting with your mentor.

Auditions continue today for four shows. All of the directors will be at every audition.

Auditions for the musical “Babes in Arms” will be held today, tomorrow, and Wednesday. You must attend all three days to dance, sing, and read to complete a full audition. If called back, you may need to be present both Thursday and Friday.

If you wish to audition for the Ninth Grade Shorts, Kaleidoscope or The Cask of Amontillado, you only need to audition on Wednesday. If called back, you may need to be present Thursday.

Consider auditioning for all the shows. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket with this many chances to be on stage. All students interested are encouraged to audition.

Singing Auditions – Girls will be able to choose from the following songs for auditions: My Funny Valentine or Johnny One Note. Boys will be able to choose from the following songs for auditions: Put on a Happy Face or All I Need is the Girl. Copies of the sheet music are available upon request by emailing Mr. Buffington.

Dance Auditions – please dress for movement and bring a water bottle

The shows are:

  • Ninth Grade Shorts
    One Act
    Directed by Danielle Siver – January 23 & 24
  • Kaleidoscope
    MSHSL Competition One-Act
    Directed by Sarah Nargang – January 17, 23 & 24
  • Babes in Arms
    Musical
    Directed by Farrah Buffington – March 6, 7, 13 & 14
  • The Cask of Amontillado
    Ensemble Production
    Directed by Matthew Glover – March 19, 20 & 21

Audition will be held from 3:15-6:00pm on these days:

  • Monday, December 1 (Singing)
  • Tuesday, December 2 (Dance)
  • Wednesday, December 3 (Reading)
  • Thursday, December 4 (Reading Call Backs)
  • Friday, December 5 (Singing Call Backs)

The Cast and Crew lists will be posted Monday, December 8 on the Theatre Call Board (across from the Main Gym doors).

Contact Mr. Buffington with any questions.

Today is the deadline to submit your art work for a Scholastic Art Award. If you are interested in this opportunity, see Ms. Lundstrum in B109 AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. This national contest includes art in the following categories: comic art, design, digital art, drawing, fashion, film, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture. There is also also a portfolio competition for seniors. Students chosen to represent DeLaSalle at the regional competition will be notified by Thursday.

If you have high energy, spirit and the determination to lead your school to victory, Winter Sideline is just for you!

If you are interested, please come to the first winter sideline cheer practice in the Florance Center today at 3:30pm. Make sure to wear shorts and a T shirt and have your hair up. Winter cheer is open to all students.

The Winter Sideline Cheer Team supports both boys’ and girls’ basketball teams. Practices are held on Tuesday and Thursdays from 3:30-5:30pm with most games happening on Tuesdays and Fridays.

All are welcome to come to the Lasallian Ministry on Thursday at 7:30am in the Robert Casanova Room. We welcome special guest, Mr. Tim Marburger, who is the Director of Fundraising & Special Events for the Aliveness Project. The Aliveness Project is one of the groups that DeLaSalle works with to raise money and buy gifts for families we spiritually adopt this time of year. Founded by the HIV and AIDS community in 1985, the Aliveness Project is an alternative source of empowerment, services and support for those living with HIV/AIDS.

Come support the DeLaSalle Varsity and Junior Varsity Competition Cheer Teams as they host and compete at their very own DeLaSalle Winterfest Competition this Saturday at 10:30am in the Main Gym. The cost is $5 per person. See teams from Champlin Park, Edina, Jackson County Central and more jump, tumble, stunt, and dance their hearts out to win 1st place!\

This competition is a a fundraiser for the varsity cheer team to get to the National Competition in Florida in February (the competition will be broadcast on ESPN). Your support would mean the world!

From February 6-8, DeLaSalle students are invited to travel to Chicago for a weekend retreat focused on Social Justice and advocacy. If you are interested in participating, please stop by Lasallian Ministry for an information sheet. Applications and deposits for the trip will be due on Tuesday, December 16. Some scholarship money is available for those in need. Christian Service Hours are awarded.

Come Christmas caroling with Lasallian Ministry at Catholic Eldercare on Thursday, December 11 from 3:15-4:30pm. When we return, we will have dinner and a movie in the Lasallian Ministry office. Everything should be over by 7:00pm. Please e-mail Ms. Briars to sign up, or, stop by the Lasallian Ministry office.

Maybe you’ve heard the choir singing in the Florance Center. Or heard the sounds of the band and orchestra as they practice their pieces. Come see your classmates perform in the Christmas Concert on Wednesday, December 10. The concert starts at 7:00pm in the Florance Center.

Final exams start in two weeks. Watch “The Source” later this week for the final exam schedule and other details. If you need to catch up on missing or late work, now is a good time to do so. Don’t forget, you can and should always reach out to your teacher if you need help.