• Shrine Spirit Please see flyer for ordering AWESOME Shrine Sweatshirts and Hoodies! Go to Shrine Spirit Shop for the online link to the sale. #shrinepride

• Lunch Orders The December lunch menu is open to order lunches and it will be CLOSED on November 30th. It is very important that you order lunches prior to December so that our lunchroom staff are prepared to serve lunch to our students. We appreciate your cooperation.

• Advent Reconciliation Service Students in Grades 3-5 will attend Reconciliation on Monday, November 29, in the Basilica.

• "Light Up Shrine" Consider attending the "Light Up Shrine" event with your families on Saturday, December 4, 2021 @ 5:00pm, with the lighting ceremony at 7pm. It will be a wonderful way to celebrate the Advent and Christmas seasons!

• Shrine Grade School Mothers' Club - Little Caesars Pizza Kit Fundraiser - going on now until November 29th.

• Online Student Directory You may access the online student directory when you log into your FACTS account.

• Masks Please send your child to school with an extra mask to help minimize the cost of masks for the school.

• Requirements for Volunteers: Protecting God's Children certificate and the Criminal Background Check form. Please see Protecting God's Children to sign up for a workshop. If you are driving for a field trip, you must also provide a completed Volunteer Driver Information Form.

• If your child or anyone else living in the house has a pending COVID-19 test please do not send your child(ren) to school until you have the results. If the results of the test come back as positive for COVID-19 please contact the school for further guidance and do not send your child to school.

Welcome to Shrine Catholic Grade School Mothers’ Club

The purpose of the Mothers’ Club is to enhance the Shrine community through our service, concern, and commitment.

The Mothers’ Club is comprised of a board of four elected officers, approximately 50 chairpersons, and 25 committees that provide fundraising, service and social connections for our community. Together, we assist the school administration and staff, enrich student educational opportunities, promote social events, and hold fundraisers.

The Mothers’ Club newsletter is distributed via email and meetings occur every other month in the Shrine Parish Conference Center.

There are a wide range of flexible time commitments available during the day, evening, and weekends. Because many hands aid in the success of our committees, all are encouraged to play an active role in the Shrine Catholic Grade School Mothers’ Club, and help advance the welfare of the children in our school.

2020-2021 Mothers’ Club Board members:

Co-Presidents:
Jacqueline Stagener – jacquelinestagner@gmail.com
Sonia Valdez – soniamcleod19@hotmail.com

Vice President:
Erin Bankowski – eebankowski@gmail.com

Secretary:
Jennifer Southwood – jsouthwood33@gmail.com

Treasurer:
Gina Sheahan – gsheahan@live.com

Documents for committee chairs are linked below:
Mothers’ Club Treasury Reimbursement Form
Mothers’ Club Treasury Notes

To see what we’re up to, check out our weekly email below or find us on Facebook

FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK: Shrine Catholic Grade School Mothers’ Club

The Shrine Dads’ Club provides support and services to Shrine Catholic Grade School, Shrine Catholic Academy, and the National Shrine of the Little Flower Parish. The Club’s primary responsibility is the administration of the entire athletic program including the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) for the students and parish members.

The Shrine Catholic Grade School Dads’ Club sponsors more than thirty athletic teams, including: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Swimming and Diving, Track and Volleyball. The Dads’ Club also runs Intramural Programs from first through third grade and Instructional Programs for fourth grade.

The Dads’ Club organizes the annual Parish Dream Cruise Party, takes an active part in the High School Dads’ Club Christmas Tree Sale, and has several pancake breakfasts throughout the year.

Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at the Shrine Parish Conference Center.

Shrine Athletics Mission Statement

To provide every child the opportunity to play in an organized sports program, which operates in a supportive and supplemental role to the primary function of Christian development.

For information about Shrine CYO Athletics, please contact:
Steve Carpenter, Athletic Director
Email: cleever84@comcast.net

FOR ALL SHRINE FAMILIES:

Supply fees are due the first week of school (parents will be advised of the amount).  The Supply Fees will be paid through FACTS.  New families will receive directions to set up a FACTS account in the back-to-school packet.

2021-2022 Supply Lists are now updated as of 7/21/21

Preschool 3/4 and Junior Kindergarten Supply List

Kindergarten Supply List

Grade 1 Supply List

Grade 2 Supply List

Grade 3 Supply List

Grade 4 Supply List

Grade 5 Supply List

 

Grade School Uniform Policies and Ordering Information

We ask that parents ensure that the uniform policy is adhered to by carefully supervising the appearance of their children before they go to school.

Uniform Guidelines

Students start wearing uniforms in Junior Kindergarten.

Gym Uniforms: Grades Junior Kindergarten-6

Grades Junior K-6: The gym uniform will consist of a Shrine logoed gold shirt, Shrine logoed blue sweat pants, Shrine logoed blue shorts, and gym shoes. Gym sweat pants must be worn from October-March (shorts may be worn underneath). Gym shorts may be worn August/September and May/June. The gym uniform must be purchased from Dennis Uniform and students will wear the gym uniform all day on gym days.

Our Uniform Supplier:

Dennis Uniform
1532 N. Opdyke Road, Suite #450
Auburn Hills, MI  48326
248-340-8890

• Shrine Catholic Grade School offers a freshly made hot lunch each day.

• The cost is $4.00/lunch

• There is a snack window available where items like chips, fruit snacks and freshly made cookies may be purchased for an additional charge.

• Lunches are preordered a month in advance using the FACTS Family Portal.  Lunches are then added to the student's FACTS account.

Shrine Catholic Grade School Health Policies and Oakland County Health Department Fact Sheets

All communicable diseases should be reported to the school office immediately. The following regulations are set by the Oakland County Health Department and are followed by the administration of our school.

Students are excluded from classes for the following diseases and cannot be re-admitted without approval of the Health Department: Diphtheria, Meningitis, Tuberculosis, Whooping Cough and Small Pox.

Students are excluded from classes for the following illnesses and can be re-admitted by approval of the administration after the time indicated:

Chickenpox

Re-admitted to school: 6 days from onset. Chickenpox

Pinkeye

Re-admitted to school: when under medical care and drainage from eyes has cleared. Pinkeye

Fifth Disease

Re-admitted to school: all rashes must be identified by a physician. If a rash appears during the school day, the student must leave school. The student may return to school when the rash has disappeared, or with a physician’s written verification identifying the rash and verifying the rash is not contagious. Fifth Disease

Hand, Foot, Mouth Disease

Re-admitted to school: all rashes must be identified by a physician. If a rash appears during the school day, the student must leave school. The student may return to school when the rash has disappeared, or with a physician’s written verification identifying the rash and verifying the rash is not contagious. Hand Foot Mouth Disease

Head Lice

Re-admitted to school 24 hours after first treatment is completed and lice and viable eggs are destroyed. Head Lice 

MRSA

Re-admitted to school: with physician’s approval. MRSA

Ringworm

Re-admitted to school: 2 days after oral medication for lesions on scalp and neck, for face, trunk and extremities – until topical treatment is applied. Ringworm

Scarlet Fever/Strep Throat/Fever

Re-admitted to school: One day (24 hours) after treatment. Strep Throat

Welcome to Shrine Kids’ Club (Before and After School Program)

The goal of Shrine Kids’ Club is to provide a curriculum based, fun, and engaging experience for school age children before and after school.

Kids’ Club is available Monday-Friday for Shrine students as follows:

• Preschool AM Classes and Junior Kindergarten AM:  7:00-8:00 AM
• Preschool 4 PM Class:  3:10-6:00 PM
• Preschool Full Day Classes and Junior Kindergarten Full Day:  7:00-8:00 AM; 3:10-6:00 PM
• Kindergarten-Grade 6: 7:00-8:00 a.m.; 3:15-6:00 PM

Latchkey for Preschool and Junior Kindergarten will take place in the Early Childhood Center.  Latchkey for Kindergarten-Grade 6 will take place in the Grade School.

The registration fee is $30 per family.  The hourly rates are as follows:

• 7:00-8:00 AM – $6.00
• 3:15-4:00 PM – $6.00
• 3:15-5:00 PM – $9.00
• 3:15-6:00 PM – $12.00

View Current Latchkey Parent Handbook

• Acceptable Use Policy (PDF)
• Asbestos Update
• Criminal Background Check
• Current Parent Student Handbook 
• Drill Schedule
• Free and Reduced Lunch Application
• Health Appraisal Form
• Latchkey - Child Care Contract
• Latchkey - Health Statement
• Latchkey - Parent Student Handbook Agreement
• Latchkey - Request Form
• Latchkey - LARA Child Information Record
• Medical Treatment Release Form
• Parking Lot Procedures
• Pesticide Notification Form
• Photograph Release Form
• Records Request Form (New Students Only)
• Sick Chart
• This First, Stay Safe Permissions Slip
• Volunteer Hours Log Sheet
• Volunteer Hours - Operational Hours Explanation
• Volunteer Driver Information Form

Just a reminder that all families are required to complete 15 hours of service hours. Six of the 15 hours must be for the day-to-day operations at the Grade School. The following opportunities are a great way to fulfill those hours:

Safety Committee Volunteers

Linwood Parking Lot Morning Duty
Hours: 7:45 – 8:00 a.m., check in at office, and put on a yellow vest
Two volunteers needed:
1) Stand on sidewalk near 12 Mile Road – Motion cars to move as far forward as possible before dropping off. Encourage cars to enter parking lane if drop-off lane is backing up onto 12 Mile.
2) Stand on sidewalk near Linwood – Motion cars to move as far forward as possible before dropping off. Encourage cars in drop-off lane to turn left onto Linwood.
Duty ends at 8:00am. When you are finished please return the green vest to the office.
>> Click here to signup for Linwood Lot Morning Duty

Lunchroom Volunteers

Hours: 10:45 – 12:50
Duties: Assisting and interacting with students in the lunchroom and wiping tables between lunch periods to provide a pleasant and healthy lunchroom environment. We need 5 volunteers to work the lunchroom every day.
>> Click here to signup for Lunchroom Duty

Playground Volunteers

Hours: 10:45am - 1:10pm
Duties: Watching and interacting with students during recess to ensure fun and safety.
We need 4 volunteers to work the playground every day. In the event of bad weather, recess will be moved indoors.
>> Click here to signup for Playground Duty

Need more hours?

Please visit the Mothers’ Club and Dads’ Club web sites.

DROP-OFF: Each morning, enter from the parking lot off of the WOODWARD side. There will be cones guiding you to a 2 lane drop off area. Please pull ALL THE WAY UP (near the dumpster) as the lanes tend to back up onto Woodward. Mrs. Valdes and Mrs. Bankowski will be going car-to-car to get your child out and assist them into the building. (At your child’s designated meet and greet time slot, your teacher will give you a laminated piece of paper that has your child’s designated class symbol on it. Please place this in your window or windshield upon pulling up so we know in those first few weeks which classroom your child will be going to. Your child will also be given a bag tag to place on their tote bag to help them/us, as well.)

PICK-UP: For pick-up, we ask that you please PARK in the Woodward/ECC parking lot. Once you see your child’s teacher come out with their class, you must walk up to the doors to get your child. CHILDREN MAY NOT CROSS THE PARKING LOT BY THEMSELVES, even if you are standing by your car waiting for them. Safety is our utmost priority when it comes to your children. Half-day dismissal times for our 3-year-olds is 11:05; our 4-year-olds will be dismissed at 11:10; Junior Kindergarten is dismissed at 11:00. Our full-day 3-year-olds will be dismissed at 3:05; our 4-year-olds will be dismissed at 3:10, Junior Kindergarten will be dismissed at 3:15. 

Special Reminders..........
December 4^th, Saturday:  High School Placement Test #2 • 8:00 – 11:30 a.m.
The High School Placement Test is required for students seeking admission to Shrine Catholic High School. Additionally, it is used in awarding merit scholarships. Students needing testing accommodations should plan to take the December test.  Please contact Shrine’s Admissions Office to submit request for accommodations. Cost: $50.  Testing begins promptly at 8:00 a.m. We ask that testers arrive by 7:40 a.m.  Registration is available online  Register online to take the High School Placement Test (HSPT)
Light Up Shrine (December 4th beginning at 5:00 pm)    https://shrine.parish.aod.church/EventDetails?EventOccurrenceId=788 Let’s celebrate together as a parish!  Christmas caroling, horse drawn wagon rides and Choir performances, etc.  We will also be collecting diapers and baby wipes for Mary’s Mantle.  Click on this link for more information 2021 Light Up Shrine Flyer

Shrine Catholic Academy Weekly Update…………. (Week of December 6^th)
Menu for the week of December 6th
December 6^th, Monday:  Normal day of school in the Academy.
December 7^th, Tuesday:     Academy Yearbook meets today after school in the Library from 3:15-4:15 (6^th, 7^th and 8^th graders welcome!).   
December 8^th, Wednesday:  Feast of The Immaculate Conception; All School Mass 9:20 a.m. in the Auditorium.  All Academy students should be in their Mass uniforms; all second quarter gym students may be in their gym uniforms.  Music Connection this morning at 7:15 am in the Music Room.  This will be the last practice before the Christmas Concert on December 11^th.  Music Connection will resume on January 5^th, 2022.  Band Concert at 7:00 in the High School Auditorium featuring Bands from the Grade School, Academy, and the High School. There will be Christmas BINGO with prizes!  Band Christmas Concert Flyer 2021
December 9^th, Thursday:   Academy Yearbook meets today after school in the Library from 3:15-4:15 (6^th, 7^th and 8^th graders welcome!). 
December 10^th, Friday:  Normal day in the Academy. 

A message from our Principal, Mr. Mio:
Dear Parents of Shrine Catholic High School and Academy,

As the weather changes and our students and staff show the winter sniffles, we know students will miss days of school.  Attendance is so important to the success of our students, but we will stand by the CDC guidance that no student or staff should report to school if sick.  The following are recommendations for both parents and students to manage multiple days out of school with the best chance of returning without falling too far behind.

• Our Academy and High School Counseling Offices will help gather items from your student’s locker.  Ask your child to make a list, or bring the list up to the school for pick-up.  The Academy office and Counseling department will help parents gather the necessary books and supplies.
• If your child’s symptoms are minimal, students should make every effort to check the Google Classroom and teacher’s WAGs each day.  This will help them get the necessary work done, continue the readings, study the material, and assist them to stay on top of the days they cannot participate in class. 
• Encourage your student to send emails to all their teachers with as much information you are willing to provide regarding your child’s absences.  This helps teachers guide the child should they have any major concerns regarding work.  Our teachers are here to help!
• If a student needs additional help, they should feel comfortable to call or email Mrs. Darin (darin@shrineschools.com) or Mrs. Hotts (hotts@shrineschools.com) for additional support.
   

Last Thursday's Christmas Mass & Social and the Poinsettia Sale were a wonderful way to start the holiday season!  Thank you to Maureen Bontrager and Mary Gladstone for all their hard work on the poinsettia sale.  The plants were beautiful and their organization made it run smoothly!     Then later that day, the Auditorium was transformed with white lights, white poinsettias and tiny trees for the Christmas Mass and Social.  It was wonderful to see new moms, long-time volunteers and alumni mothers celebrate Mass together, and enjoy conversation and friendship.  Thank you to Amber Kimmel and Michelle Sweeney for coordinating this beautiful evening.   

Parent Workshop - Survey & RSVP: 
The Mothers' Club is offering a parent workshop on Thursday, January 13th: "EXHALE: How Parents can Best Support their Tweens/Teens in Today’s World" with Carol Mastroianni.  In an effort to tailor the workshop toward what the Shrine community needs, Carol developed a survey to see what concerns us most as parents. Your anonymous responses go directly to Carol and they will only be used for program development.  
Complete this short survey to provide input: PARENT SURVEY

Please add Thursday, January 13th, 7:00 PM in the Media Center to your calendar and signup for the session that will touch upon teen/tween anxiety, the impact of the pandemic on families and strategies for handling these challenges.  All Shrine parents are welcome; we appreciate your RSVP to help with our planning: WORKSHOP RSVP

Donations Needed: The Mothers' Club is supporting Lifted, one of our Shrine student groups, which is hosting a study session evening on Tuesday, December 14th.   Students can come study for mid-terms with friends that evening .  A few teachers will be on hand for some study support and students can review materials in groups or individually as they prepare for mid-terms.  Lifted will be sharing more information with students on this "Cocoa & Cram" session but they have asked the Mothers' Club for some help providing snacks and baked goods  We have purchased individually bagged snacks but can use your help with some home-made cookies or other desserts.  Please see the sign-up if you can bring an item: COOKIE DONATIONS

Upcoming Mothers’ Club Events:
     
December 17              Spirit Shop Open from 12 - 1:30 PM

January 13                  Parent Workshop: "EXHALE: How Parents can Best Support their Tweens/Teens in Today’s World"
                                         7:00 PM in the Media Center

Spirit Shop:
The Mothers' Club Spirit Shop will be open one more time for your holiday shopping on Friday, December 17th from 12:00 - 1:30 PM.  This is also the date to pick up your Hoodie/Sweatshirt-Preorders.  Reach out to the Spirit Shop Coordinators (Nancy Atienza & Christine Thompson) with any questions: spiritshop@shrineschools.com

The objective of the Shrine High School and Academy Mothers’ Club is to create a greater appreciation of Catholic education, provide financial support and service for High School and Academy programs and staff, build cooperation between parents, faculty, and students and to further the interests of the Shrine Catholic High School and Academy community.

CONNECT WITH THE SHRINE HS&A MOTHERS’ CLUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
CLOSED GROUP FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/groups/259131161460439/
(better notices and updates as it’s a group!)
GENERAL FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/shrinemomsclub/
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shrinehsamothersclub/
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/ShrineHSAMoms
E-MAIL BOX: MothersClub@shrineschools.com

IMPORTANT FORMS FOR MOTHERS’ CLUB BUSINESS:
 
2021 MC Membership Form 
Or become a Donation Member online: tinyurl.com/MCDonationMember
Mothers’ Club Reimbursement Request Form
Mothers’ Club House Supply Request Form
Mothers’ Club 2021-22 Historian Report Form
 
2020-2021 SHRINE HIGH SCHOOL & ACADEMY MOTHERS’ CLUB OFFICERS:
Contact Officers at MothersClub@shrineschools.com
Interim President:  Maureen Shannon
Incoming President (2/2022): Kenya Swanson
President-Elect: OPEN POSITION
Past President: Maureen Shannon
Secretary:  Melissa Mase
Treasurer:  Heather Adam
Spirit Wear:  Nancy Atienza and Christine Thompson: spiritshop@shrineschools.com
Academy Liaison: Mary Anne Busse
2021-22 Member at Large: Christine McNish

Standing Chairs:
Communications/Publicity: Mary Hickman Kruszewski and Renee Shomo
Membership: Florencia Solis-Romaya
Historian:  OPEN POSITION
House: Maggie Krueger
Newsletter Coordinator:  OPEN POSITION
Prayer Team: Holly Ruhle >> Please email prayer requests to mothersclub@shrineschools.com and messages will be given to Holly.

Contact Standing Chairs at: MothersClub@shrineschools.com

Interested in volunteering with the Spirit Shop?  Contact us at spiritshop@shrineschools.com and look for updates from our Shrine Catholic Schools Mothers’ Club AND your weekly Shrine email.
High School & Academy Chairpersons:  Nancy Atienza and Christine Thompson
Purchase Uniform ¼ Zips and other spirit wear here: Home | Shrine Catholic Schools Mothers' Club (square.site)

MOTHERS CLUB NEWSLETTERS: STAY INFORMED AND JOIN THE FUN!

Mother's Club Newsletter: September 2021

Mothers’ Club Newsletter: March-April 2020

Mothers’ Club Newsletter: Jan 2020

Mothers’ Club Newsletter: October 2019

Mothers’ Club Newsletter: May ’19

Mothers’ Club Newsletter: February ’19

Mothers’ Club Newsletter January 2019

Mothers’ Club Newsletter September ’18

Mothers’ Club Newsletter April 2018

Mothers’ Club Newsletter 2017

Mothers’ Club Newsletter September 2017

Mothers’ Club Newsletter March 2017

Mothers’ Club Newsletter January 2017

 Mothers’ Club Newsletter November 2016

Mothers’ Club Newsletter September 2016 

2021-2022 SHRINE HIGH SCHOOL & ACADEMY MEETING and EVENT DATES:
All Meetings are at 7:30 PM in the High School & Academy Media Center unless otherwise noted
September 15, 2021 – Board and Committee Chair Meeting only via Zoom
Friday, October 1, 2021 – Senior Brunch following the Mass of St Therese
Tuesday, October 19, 2021 – Meeting
Thursday, November 4, 2021 – Parent Workshop/Navigating Life in the Digital Age; 7:00 pm
Tuesday, November 16, 2021 - Meeting
Thursday, December 2, 2021 – Christmas Mass & Social
Thursday, January 13, 2022 – Parent Workshop
Thursday, February 3, 2022 – Meeting via Zoom
Sunday, February 20, 2022 – Mothers’ Club Spring Luncheon
Thursday, March 10, 2022 – Women’s Lenten Retreat
Wednesday, March 30, 2022 – Meeting
May 2- 6, 2022 – Staff Appreciation Week
Thursday, May 26, 2022 – Senior Convocation Brunch

We have many events throughout the year to support our school community! 
Please watch your email for more ways to participate and support our students!





 

The Shrine Dads’ Club provides support and services to Shrine Catholic Grade School, Shrine Catholic Academy, and the National Shrine of the Little Flower Parish. The Club’s primary responsibility is the administration of the entire athletic program including the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO) for the students and parish members.

The Shrine Catholic Grade School Dads’ Club sponsors more than thirty athletic teams, including: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Soccer, Swimming and Diving, Track and Volleyball. The Dads’ Club also runs Intramural Programs from first through third grade and Instructional Programs for fourth grade.

The Dads’ Club organizes the annual Parish Dream Cruise Party, takes an active part in the High School Dads’ Club Christmas Tree Sale, and has several pancake breakfasts throughout the year.

Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at the Shrine Parish Conference Center.

Shrine Athletics Mission Statement

To provide every child the opportunity to play in an organized sports program, which operates in a supportive and supplemental role to the primary function of Christian development.

For information about Shrine CYO Athletics, please contact:
Steve Carpenter, Athletic Director
Email: cleever84@comcast.net

Shrine Catholic Academy Dress Code 2021 - 2022

Our cafeteria group is AVI Food Management.

• Signature ” lunches are $5.25 and include a bottle of water.
• “Pizza” lunch is $1.75 for cheese, $2.00 for pepperoni, $2.00 for specials
• Salad Bar is $5.25 Small $3.25
• 6 Chicken Nuggets are $3.00
• Cheese Burgers are $3.25
• Ala carte items,milk, chips, beverages, cookies, fruit, wrap sandwiches will also be available.
• Checks for lunches should be made payable to SHRINE HIGH SCHOOL or you can still load funds onto your student’s account thru your FACTS Family Portal account. (Link here: https://factsmgt.com/)
• Please see the Announcements Page for the Weekly Menu

ASBESTOS
Asbestos Report

FIRE, TORNADO & SHELTER-IN-PLACE REPORT FORM

Fire, Tornado & Shelter in Place Updated 11/10/21

BOOKSTORE

• Online Book Store

BYOD - Bring Your Own Device - 8th Graders

• BYOD Program Device Requirements - 8th grade only (updated 06/15/2021)

SCHOOL UNIFORMS

MEDICAL RELEASE OF DISPENSING MEDICATION

ACADEMY ATTENDANCE, TARDY, and DETENTION POLICIES

OAKLAND COUNTY HEALTH DIVISION

• Head-Lice Fact Sheet
• Immunization Waiver Information Parent Letter

• Academy Welcome Night Presentation Slides (updated 06/02/2021)
• A Day in the Life of a Shrine Academy 6th Grader (updated 06/24/2021)
• A Day in the Life of a Shrine Academy 7th Grader(updated 06/02/2021)
• 6th Grade Book and Supply List (updated 06/02/2021)
• 7th grade Book and Supply List (updated 06/01/2021)
• Academy Dress Code (updated 06/01/2021)
• Sample Cafeteria Menu (updated 06/01/2021)
• Shrine Catholic Academy Basic Calendar 2021-2022 (updated 06/01/2021)
• Shrine Catholic Academy Bell Schedules 2021-2022 (updated 06/18/2021)
• Shrine Catholic Academy Frequently Asked Questions (updated 06/01/2021)
• REQUIRED Summer Math Packet for Incoming 6th graders (updated 06/01/2021)
• REQUIRED Summer Math Packet for Incoming 7th graders (updated 06/01/2021)

Special Reminder............
December 4th, Saturday: Light up Shrine (December 4th beginning at 5:00 pm):  Let’s celebrate together as a parish!  Christmas caroling, horse drawn wagon rides and Choir performances, etc.  We will also be collecting diapers and baby wipes for Mary’s Mantle.  Click on this link for more information 2021 Light Up Shrine Flyer

Shrine Catholic High School Weekly Update (Week of December 6^th)
Menu for the week of December 6th
December 6^th, Monday – Normal day in the High School
December 7^th, Tuesday – Normal day in the High School
December 8^th, Wednesday - Mass All Grade Levels…All high school students should be in Mass uniform.  Shrine High School and Academy Band Concert 7:00 pm in the Auditorium. Come to hear great music, support the Band program and there will be Christmas BINGO with prizes!  Band Christmas Concert Flyer
December 9^th, Thursday – Normal day in the High School
December 10^th, Friday– Normal day in the High School

A message from our Principal, Mr. James Mio………………..
Dear Parents of Shrine Catholic High School and Academy,
As the weather changes and our students and staff show the winter sniffles, we know students will miss days of school.  Attendance is so important to the success of our students, but we will stand by the CDC guidance that no student or staff should report to school if sick.  The following are recommendations for both parents and students to manage multiple days out of school with the best chance of returning without falling too far behind.

• Our Academy and High School Counseling Offices will help gather items from your student’s locker.  Ask your child to make a list, or bring the list up to the school for pick-up.  The Academy office and Counseling department will help parents gather the necessary books and supplies.
• If your child’s symptoms are minimal, students should make every effort to check the Google Classroom and teacher’s WAGs each day.  This will help them get the necessary work done, continue the readings, study the material, and assist them to stay on top of the days they cannot participate in class. 
• Encourage your student to send emails to all their teachers with as much information you are willing to provide regarding your child’s absences.  This helps teachers guide the child should they have any major concerns regarding work.  Our teachers are here to help!
• If a student needs additional help, they should feel comfortable to call or email Mrs. Darin (darin@shrineschools.com) or Mrs. Hotts (hotts@shrineschools.com) for additional support.

We will continue to support our students during this time out of the building and please let me know if you have any questions.  Please enjoy the fall weather.  
God bless,
Mr. Mio

Looking Ahead …………..
Looking Ahead …………..
December 8^th, Wednesday:  Shrine High School and Academy Band Concert 7:00 pm in the Auditorium
December 11^th, Saturday:  Shrine High School and Academy Vocal Christmas Concert 7:00 pm in the Auditorium
December 15th, Wednesday:  last Midterm Exam ends at 11:20 am.  Midterm Exams: English 8 - 9:00am, Religion 9:10-10:10 am and World Languages 10:20-11:20 am.
December 16th, Thursday:  last Midterm Exam ends at 11:50 am.  Midterm Exams: Math 8 - 9:30 am, Social Studies 9:40-10:40 am, Conflicts/Make-ups 10:50 - 11:50 am.  
December 17th, Friday:  last Midterm Exam ends at 10:40 am.  Midterm Exams: Science 8 - 9:30 am, Conflicts/Make-ups 9:40 - 10:40 am.
December 18^th – January 2^nd:  No school.  Christmas Vacation
January 13^th, Thursday:   Parent Workshop: "EXHALE: How Parents can Best Support their Tweens/Teens in Today’s World” 7:00 PM in the Media Center.  Complete this short survey to provide input: PARENT SURVEY
January 14^th, Friday:  No School. Records day for teachers.
January 17^th, Monday:  No School. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

Reminders…… 

Dear Parents and Students:
For our combined November/December community outreach project NHS/SLEC is having a HAT/GLOVE/MITTEN drive.
This drive will benefit PULASKI ELEMENTARY-MIDDLE SCHOOL in Detroit.  The drive will run from Monday, November 15th through Friday, December 10^th.
The school we are supporting has 373 students and it would be terrific if we could provide each one with a new pair of gloves or mittens and a hat.
WE NEED your help to make this possible.
The school has the following size needs:

Children’s Size SMALL	Children's Size MEDIUM
113 girls	80 girls
108 boys	72 boys

 
Please bring the hats/gloves/mittens into school and deposit them in the box in the hallway marked HAT/GLOVE/MITTEN drive.
Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Mrs. Jaeger
NHS Moderator

We're looking for volunteers: To help with the fall clean-up of the Shrine Gardens. Please join us! Saturday, November 20^th from 9-12PM. You can register by clicking on the link below.  Students can get service hours! 
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C4AACAD29A5FD0-shrine1

Support the Shrine Senior All Knight Party
Buy your Super Car Wash gift cards - 4 Washes for $24
*Good at 11 locations in Metro Detroit
Sign up on the Google Doc: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1aEwin3vlKzLT_h3U3AKDbVOJ2ZKIw436M9y_9iPN6X8/edit#gid=0.  You can also make donations of any amount directly at http://www.shrine2022.com
Great Stocking Stuffers!
Orders will be taken until Tuesday, November 30, 2021.
Cards will be delivered by Dec. 7.
Please pay and deliver, cash or check, to Annemarie Proctor at 1414 Vinsetta Blvd, Royal Oak, MI 48067
Or Venmo: @Annemarie-Proctor
*50% of the proceeds go to support the Senior All Knight Party
Click on this link for more information AKP 2021 Car Wash Flyer

Shrine Catholic High School is excited to present Disney's Beauty and the Beast March 24th- 27th, 2022.
Audition Workshops will take place Nov. 29th and Nov. 30th from 3:30 - 5:00 in the Music Room. Grab a friend and join us for tips on how to audition and what to expect!
We will help you with learning music for the audition. We will help you with learning Choreography for the Dance call for the audition. Please feel free to come to one workshop or both! This is not mandatory, but is very helpful. Even if you aren’t sure about auditioning, come and see what the Spring Musical is all about!
Auditions will take place Sunday December 5th from 2 - 5pm and Monday December 6th from 3:30 - 5 in Sanders Auditorium.  Sign up for Audition Slots on the bulletin board outside of the Music Office. Callbacks will be on Monday, December 6th at 6pm, if needed. If you have any questions see Mrs. Malloy.

Excused Notes:  Parents just a reminder that if your child has an appointment and has to either come in late to school, or leave early from school, we will need a note from the provider for the absence to be excused.

The 2022 Shrine Spirit Yearbooks are on sale.
The 2022 Shrine Spirit Yearbooks are on sale.
You only have a few days left to take advantage of the Shrine Spirit Yearbook’s special November price of $60… During December, the price will change to $65.   You can reserve a copy by bringing cash or a check to the main office. 
You can also order on-line at yearbookforever.com and type in Royal Oak Shrine for the High School Yearbook.  Don’t delay, as the price will increase by $5 each month.
(The Academy yearbooks will go on sale soon -- watch for details.)


Mask Mandate:  Communication to parents and students from our Head of Schools, Mrs. Joanne Jones regarding the Oakland County Health Department Mask Mandate.  Please click on this link.

High School & Academy Mothers’ Club News: 
Last Thursday's Christmas Mass & Social and the Poinsettia Sale were a wonderful way to start the holiday season!  Thank you to Maureen Bontrager and Mary Gladstone for all their hard work on the poinsettia sale.  The plants were beautiful and their organization made it run smoothly!     Then later that day, the Auditorium was transformed with white lights, white poinsettias and tiny trees for the Christmas Mass and Social.  It was wonderful to see new moms, long-time volunteers and alumni mothers celebrate Mass together, and enjoy conversation and friendship.  Thank you to Amber Kimmel and Michelle Sweeney for coordinating this beautiful evening.   

Parent Workshop - Survey & RSVP: 
The Mothers' Club is offering a parent workshop on Thursday, January 13th: "EXHALE: How Parents can Best Support their Tweens/Teens in Today’s World" with Carol Mastroianni.  In an effort to tailor the workshop toward what the Shrine community needs, Carol developed a survey to see what concerns us most as parents. Your anonymous responses go directly to Carol and they will only be used for program development.  
Complete this short survey to provide input: PARENT SURVEY

Please add Thursday, January 13th, 7:00 PM in the Media Center to your calendar and signup for the session that will touch upon teen/tween anxiety, the impact of the pandemic on families and strategies for handling these challenges.  All Shrine parents are welcome; we appreciate your RSVP to help with our planning: WORKSHOP RSVP

Donations Needed: The Mothers' Club is supporting Lifted, one of our Shrine student groups, which is hosting a study session evening on Tuesday, December 14th.   Students can come study for mid-terms with friends that evening .  A few teachers will be on hand for some study support and students can review materials in groups or individually as they prepare for mid-terms.  Lifted will be sharing more information with students on this "Cocoa & Cram" session but they have asked the Mothers' Club for some help providing snacks and baked goods  We have purchased individually bagged snacks but can use your help with some home-made cookies or other desserts.  Please see the sign-up if you can bring an item: COOKIE DONATIONS

Upcoming Mothers’ Club Events:
     
December 17              Spirit Shop Open from 12 - 1:30 PM

January 13                  Parent Workshop: "EXHALE: How Parents can Best Support their Tweens/Teens in Today’s World"
                                         7:00 PM in the Media Center

Spirit Shop:
The Mothers' Club Spirit Shop will be open one more time for your holiday shopping on Friday, December 17th from 12:00 - 1:30 PM.  This is also the date to pick up your Hoodie/Sweatshirt-Preorders.  Reach out to the Spirit Shop Coordinators (Nancy Atienza & Christine Thompson) with any questions: spiritshop@shrineschools.com


Dads' Club News:  Here it is!  The long awaited and highly anticipated 2021 Shrine Dads' Club Christmas Tree Sale sign up sheet!!!  For those that are new or not familiar with the Shrine Christmas Tree Sale, it is the largest fundraiser for the ECC/GS/A and HS Dads' Clubs.  We celebrate our 35th year of the tree sale this year and are expecting another record year, but we cannot do it without the help of volunteers.  Below are important tree sale dates as well as the link to the sign-up sheet.

Nov. 19 - Tree Delivery #1 (600 Trees) - 3:30 PM in the GS Woodward lot
Nov. 20 - Tree Delivery #2 and #3 - (1000 Trees) - 8:30 AM in the GS Woodward lot
Nov. 21 - Wreaths and Roping delivered - 3:00 PM
Nov. 24 - Tree Lot Open 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Nov. 25 - CLOSED - Happy Thanksgiving!
Nov. 26 - Tree Lot Open 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Nov. 27 - Dec. 18 - Tree Lot Open M-F 3:30 PM - 9:00 PM, Sat./Sun. 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Dec. 18 - Projected lot tear down (if we aren't sold out before)

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1gBY1SOpUkXAcuv6cAxlCYLfE8K4YjyUIz9Wigu6eJYA/edit#gid=1249958285

Volunteering on the tree lot does count toward each families required volunteer hours and ALL Shrine families are invited and encouraged to participate.  If you have an Academy or HS student, they too can fulfill volunteer hours at the tree sale.  If you are a veteran tree sale volunteer, I look forward to seeing you on the lot again this year.  If you have never volunteered on the tree lot, this is your year!  The learning curve is small and I promise, if you volunteer once, you'll want to volunteer again.  The sooner the signup sheet is full of volunteers beginning with the unloads, the sooner I will stop bombarding your e-mail with tree sale e-mails.  So please sign up early and sign up often!

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at jda112799@yahoo.com or 248-417-4582.  Thank you in advance for your help with the tree sale this year, I look forward to seeing you on the lot!

Go Knights!

JD Armstrong
Shrine Dads' Club Tree Sale


“It’s for the kids”:   The Shrine HS Dads' Club needs your involvement. As a father of a Shrine HS student you are a member. Our goal is to enhance the student experience at Shrine Catholic HS. Our efforts can be throughout the school community in the numerous athletic and non-athletic activities we support. Our general membership meetings are normally held on the 1st Thursday of each month starting at 7:00 pm at the Berkley American Legion. Contact us at:  hsdads@gmail.com  . We look forward to seeing you at a future meeting.
Bob Losey
President Shrine HS Dads' Club 2021-2022

2021-2022 Basic Calendar
· August 30th – First day for students, Orientation Day
· August 31st – ½ day
· September 3rd & September 6th – NO SCHOOL (Labor Day Weekend)
· September 7th – Classes Resume
· October 8th – NO SCHOOL
· October 18th - NO SCHOOL- AOD Professional Development Day
· October 29th -NO SCHOOL- End of 1st Quarter- Records Day
· November 12th – NO SCHOOL
· November 24th -28th –NO SCHOOL- Thanksgiving Break
· December 15th , 16th & 17th – ½ Days, Midterm Exams
· December 20th  – January 2nd – Christmas Break
· January 3rd – Classes resume
· January14th- NO SCHOOL- End of 2nd quarter -Records Day
· January 17th NO SCHOOL
· February 11th & 14th – Mid Winter Break
. February 25th - NO SCHOOL
· March 14th – NO SCHOOL – AOD Teacher Professional Development
· March 18th -NO SCHOOL- End of 3rd quarter -Records Day
· April 14th – April 24th – Easter Break
· May 27th & 30th – NO SCHOOL – Memorial Day Weekend
.  June 6th, 7th & 8th – ½ Days, Final Exams

The objective of the Shrine High School and Academy Mothers’ Club is to create a greater appreciation of Catholic education, provide financial support and service for High School and Academy programs and staff, build cooperation between parents, faculty, and students and to further the interests of the Shrine Catholic High School and Academy community.

CONNECT WITH THE SHRINE HS&A MOTHERS’ CLUB ON SOCIAL MEDIA:
CLOSED GROUP FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/groups/259131161460439/
(better notices and updates as it’s a group!)
GENERAL FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/shrinemomsclub/
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/shrinehsamothersclub/
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/ShrineHSAMoms
E-MAIL BOX: MothersClub@shrineschools.com

IMPORTANT FORMS FOR MOTHERS’ CLUB BUSINESS:
 
2021 MC Membership Form 
Or become a Donation Member online: tinyurl.com/MCDonationMember
Mothers’ Club Reimbursement Request Form
Mothers’ Club House Supply Request Form
Mothers’ Club 2021-22 Historian Report Form
 
2020-2021 SHRINE HIGH SCHOOL & ACADEMY MOTHERS’ CLUB OFFICERS:
Contact Officers at MothersClub@shrineschools.com
Interim President:  Maureen Shannon
Incoming President (2/2022): Kenya Swanson
President-Elect: OPEN POSITION
Past President: Maureen Shannon
Secretary:  Melissa Mase
Treasurer:  Heather Adam
Spirit Wear:  Nancy Atienza and Christine Thompson: spiritshop@shrineschools.com
Academy Liaison: Mary Anne Busse
2021-22 Member at Large: Christine McNish

Standing Chairs:
Communications/Publicity: Mary Hickman Kruszewski and Renee Shomo
Membership: Florencia Solis-Romaya
Historian:  OPEN POSITION
House: Maggie Krueger
Newsletter Coordinator:  OPEN POSITION
Prayer Team: Holly Ruhle >> Please email prayer requests to mothersclub@shrineschools.com and messages will be given to Holly.

Contact Standing Chairs at: MothersClub@shrineschools.com

Interested in volunteering with the Spirit Shop?  Contact us at spiritshop@shrineschools.com and look for updates from our Shrine Catholic Schools Mothers’ Club AND your weekly Shrine email.
High School & Academy Chairpersons:  Nancy Atienza and Christine Thompson
Purchase Uniform ¼ Zips and other spirit wear here: Home | Shrine Catholic Schools Mothers' Club (square.site)

MOTHERS CLUB NEWSLETTERS: STAY INFORMED AND JOIN THE FUN!

Mother's Club Newsletter: September 2021

Mothers’ Club Newsletter: March-April 2020

Mothers’ Club Newsletter: Jan 2020

Mothers’ Club Newsletter: October 2019

Mothers’ Club Newsletter: May ’19

Mothers’ Club Newsletter: February ’19

Mothers’ Club Newsletter January 2019

Mothers’ Club Newsletter September ’18

Mothers’ Club Newsletter April 2018

Mothers’ Club Newsletter 2017

Mothers’ Club Newsletter September 2017

Mothers’ Club Newsletter March 2017

Mothers’ Club Newsletter January 2017

 Mothers’ Club Newsletter November 2016

Mothers’ Club Newsletter September 2016 

2021-2022 SHRINE HIGH SCHOOL & ACADEMY MEETING and EVENT DATES:
All Meetings are at 7:30 PM in the High School & Academy Media Center unless otherwise noted
September 15, 2021 – Board and Committee Chair Meeting only via Zoom
Friday, October 1, 2021 – Senior Brunch following the Mass of St Therese
Tuesday, October 19, 2021 – Meeting
Thursday, November 4, 2021 – Parent Workshop/Navigating Life in the Digital Age; 7:00 pm
Tuesday, November 16, 2021 - Meeting
Thursday, December 2, 2021 – Christmas Mass & Social
Thursday, January 13, 2022 – Parent Workshop
Thursday, February 3, 2022 – Meeting via Zoom
Sunday, February 20, 2022 – Mothers’ Club Spring Luncheon
Thursday, March 10, 2022 – Women’s Lenten Retreat
Wednesday, March 30, 2022 – Meeting
May 2- 6, 2022 – Staff Appreciation Week
Thursday, May 26, 2022 – Senior Convocation Brunch

We have many events throughout the year to support our school community! 
Please watch your email for more ways to participate and support our students!

Interested in volunteering with the Spirit Shop?  Contact us at spiritshop@shrineschools.com and look for updates from our Shrine Catholic Schools Mothers’ Club AND your weekly Shrine email.
High School & Academy Chairpersons:  Nancy Atienza and Christine Thompson
Purchase Uniform ¼ Zips and other spirit wear here: Home | Shrine Catholic Schools Mothers' Club (square.site)

We are a service organization with a long history of providing labor and resources to events and programs at Shrine Catholic High School and Academy.  The Dads’ Club contributes to the Master Plan and supports the school with scholarships and funding for athletics, the yearbook, the Observer Newspaper, the Spring Musical, the Music Department, and all the various clubs and student organizations.  We supply not only financial support but manpower for a wide variety of student activities.

We help keep the interscholastic teams staffed with supplies and work to improve the facilities that help make Shrine sports teams successful every year.  Working together, Shrine Dads display an active example of Catholic charity and fraternity, contributing to the successful education of our Sons and Daughters.  We also work outside of the school at parish functions such as the annual Dream Cruise Party and the Annual Christmas Tree Sale.  These two events alone raise a large percentage of the operating capital raised by both the High School and the Grade School Dads’ clubs to help “Enhance the Student Experience” in the Shrine community.  We donate our time and skills to make Shrine a better place for our children, at the same time having a good time and forming great friendships.

Every year we are looking to increase the participation of the Dads throughout the Shrine Schools.  With greater participation comes not only a wealth of ideas, but greater opportunity to make the “Shrine Experience” better for the entire student community.  Please come join the Dads in “Enhancing the Student Experience”.  Show your kids that they are important enough for you to invest a few more hours of your time making “Their Shrine Experience” better.

In the immortal words of David Macker (Past Shrine Dads’ Club President) – “It’s For The Kids”.

Membership information:
“Dads, if you have a child attending Shrine Catholic HS, then you are a member of the Dads’ Club.  If you’ve never been to one, come by to a meeting, meet some great dads, hear about all the ways in which we support the school and have some food and beverages.”

Meetings are the first Monday of each month (unless a holiday) at the Berkley American Legion (South side of 12 Mile Road between Coolidge and Woodward).  Food and social time 7:00 pm  with the business meeting  at 7:30 pm.  Join us and enjoy yet another great part of the Shrine community.

Please contact any one of the SHS Dads’ Club Executive Board if you have questions:

President:  David Bret Robinson, dbrobin@gmail.com or phone 248-421-1221

Past-President:  Mark Gunn, magrealestate@yahoo.com 517-206-8469

President Elect & Manpower:  David Robinson dbrobin@gmail.com

Secretary: Dave Salerno, dsalerno33@gmail.com 248-330-5993

Treasurer:  Roy Ruhle royruhle@sbcglobal.net (248) 797-2177

Fundraising Czar:  David Arce, dave@davearce.com, 248-345-1155

Tree Sales Czar: JD Armstrong, jda112799@yahoo.com, 248-417-4582

Pre-packaged Lunch Items:
Breadstick ($.75)
Candy ($1.50)
Cheese Pizza ($2.00)
Cheeseburger ($3.25)
Chicken Nuggets ($3.00)
Chicken Tenders ($4.00)
Chips ($1.50)
Cookie ($1.75)
Daily Entree’ ($5.50)
French Fries ($2.00)
Fresh Fruit ($1.00)
Fruit Cup ($2.25)
Gatorade ($2.50)
Grilled Chicken Sandwich ($3.50)
Ice Cream ($2.25)
Juice ($1.75)
Milk ($2.00)
Parfait ($2.25)
Pepperoni Pizza ($2.25)
Pop ($2.25)
Pop Tarts ($1.50)
Salad ($5.50)
Side Salad ($3.50)
Side Vegetable ($2.00)
Soup ($3.00)
Specialty Pizza ($2.50)
Starbucks ($3.00)
Water ($1.25)

• Checks for lunches should be made payable to SHRINE HIGH SCHOOL or you can still load funds onto your student’s account thru your FACTS Family Portal account. (Link here: https://factsmgt.com/)
• Please see the High School Announcements Page for the Weekly Menu

ASBESTOS
Asbestos Report

FIRE, TORNADO & SHELTER-IN-PLACE REPORT FORM

Fire, Tornado & Shelter in Place Updated 11/10/21

BOOKSTORE

• Online Book Store

HIGH SCHOOL ATTENDANCE, TARDY, and DETENTION POLICIES

• HS Attendance and Tardy Policy
• High School Detention Policy 2020-2021

MEDICAL RELEASE OF DISPENSING MEDICATION

BYOD - Bring Your Own Device Program Device Requirements

• BYOD Program Device Requirements 2021-2022 (updated 06/15/2021)

OAKLAND COUNTY HEALTH DIVISION

• Head-Lice Fact Sheet
• Immunization Waiver Information Parent Letter

• Freshmen Welcome Night Agenda
• High School Dress Code 2021-2022
• Shrine Catholic High School Extracurricular Activities
• Book List 2021-2022 (updated 06/15/2021)
• Shrine Catholic High School Bell Schedules 2021-2022
• Wireless Network Agreement 21-22
• BYOD Program Device Requirements 2021-2022
• BYOD Internet Filter Information 21-22
• Honors English I and English I – 2021 Summer Reading
• High School Schedule
• Athlete Travel Release Form (PDF)

Parent committee is being formed and more information is forthcoming for this special event for the Class of 2021.

Any Questions? contact Mr. Wright Wilson, Yearbook Moderator wilson@shrineschools.com

• High School Dress Code Policy 2021-2022
• Lands End Uniforms
• Dennis Uniforms–Shrine High School & Academy code is HSR.