http://teachersites.schoolworld.com/webpages/JFitzsimmonsmyblog.cfm?blogID=343Janice Fitzsimmons Blogen-usWed, 07 Sep 2011 17:36:48 GMTWed, 07 Sep 2011 17:36:48 GMTSchool WorldWow, we have so many beautiful baskets to send out to our Homebound and Nursing Home Parishioners. I will fill your crafted baskets with lots of treats, starting the Holiday Season in a very special way with "hand crafted" treat baskets from your class. If you have not handed in your project, please drop it off at the Office of Religious Education before the next class. Thanks, Miss FitzsimmonsMon, 16 Oct 2006 14:10:00 GMTGreeters: Arrive 20 min. before Mass and stay after Mass to pass out the Bulletins. Remember to sign-in on the blue folder in the Church entry. 9th Graders: If you were absent and did not pick up your Giving Tree Ornaments, please do so at the next class. All Giving Tree Ornaments are due: 11/26.Fri, 03 Nov 2006 20:11:00 GMTSunday Social Helpers: The Sunday Social Project for 11/19 has been cancelled due to the continued renovation of the Lyceum. All Sunday Social Helpers are to complete (5)Christmas Cards. Information will be sent home at your next class on 11/12.Fri, 03 Nov 2006 20:11:00 GMTThanks to all 10th Graders who handed in their College Care Packages. The packages are on their way to the students of our parish. They should arrive just in time for exams! If you have not handed in your College Care Package, we are still collecting them and will send out another batch of packages in the near future.Fri, 03 Nov 2006 20:11:00 GMTUnfortunately the Lyceum renovation is taking longer than expected. I am asking all of you who have been assigned to the Sunday Social Helper Project to prepare (5) Christmas Cards. Please follow the directions for the Birthday Card Project for making the cards. Thank you for your cooperation. Hopefully the Lyceum will be completed soon.Thu, 16 Nov 2006 12:11:00 GMTIt is not too late to hand in your College Care Packages. Please drop them off at the Office of Religious Education or bring them to your next class. Project completion is a requirement of the Confirmation Program for all students.Thu, 16 Nov 2006 13:11:00 GMTThanksgiving Basket Project 11/19: 10th Graders: Mrs. Zarcycki's Class meet 1:30-2:00 in the church to sort and pack up the baskets for delivery. Mr and Mrs Quartarolo's class meet 2:00-2:00 at Partnership for Social Services to unpack the baskets and deliver them to Sr. Thomasina.Thu, 16 Nov 2006 13:11:00 GMTThanks to all the 10th graders who assisted with the Thanksgiving Basket Delivery. You have helped to make Thanksgiving a special day for those in need in our community.Tue, 28 Nov 2006 10:11:00 GMTThe 10th Grade Nativity Project is due 12/10. Please bring it to class in the bag provided to you. The projects will be given to our Homebound parishioners to let them know they are in our thoughts and prayers.Tue, 28 Nov 2006 10:11:00 GMTMrs. Burns' Class...Wreath Sale will take place 20 minutes before and after each Mass. Your schedules have been given to you and a reminder will be sent. Please call (973-827-9575) if you are unable to attend your scheduled Mass assignment.Tue, 28 Nov 2006 10:11:00 GMT12/2 (9:30-10:00/Giving Tree Project) Please arrive promptly. We will be assembling the tree as well as decorating it with our special Giving Tree Ornaments.Tue, 28 Nov 2006 10:11:00 GMTOur Troop Packs prepared by our 9th Graders will be on their way to the dedicated men and women who serve our country in the Armed Forces. Packs will be delivered to the Troops in Iraq and I'm sure they will be touched by your generosity and thoughtfulness.Tue, 28 Nov 2006 10:11:00 GMTAny student who has missed a project to date can substitute (5)Christmas Cards that will be due 12/10. Please refer to the Birthday Card Project description when preparing your Christmas Cards.Tue, 28 Nov 2006 10:11:00 GMTxconcetta Towers- resized1.jpgAttention 9th Graders in Mrs. Slate's Class. there has been a change in location for our Christmas Party. Please note that the West Wind Hall Party has been moved to Concetta Towers located on Catlin Road. Same time...different place.Fri, 08 Dec 2006 11:12:00 GMTGuest Speaker on Jaunary 7, 2007: Don't forget the Guest Speaker on 1/7/07. Plan on attending the 12:00 Mass and stay for the presentation afterward. I know you will enjoy Mr. Glen McCall's presentation. The presentation is for all parents and students. See you on the 7th.Sun, 31 Dec 2006 18:12:00 GMTxLinus%20Blankets003_edited.jpgProjects Due 1/21: Linus Blankets and Birthday Cards are due for 8th and 9th Graders.Thu, 18 Jan 2007 21:01:00 GMT8th Grade Valentine Craft will be passed out in class on 1/21. If you miss class you are to make arrangements to pick up the "Craft Pack" at the church. All craft projects are going to local nursing homes and homebound parishioners. Please think of them and keep them in your prayers when making your craft. Thanks, Miss FitzsimmonsThu, 18 Jan 2007 21:01:00 GMTPlease note that the Volunteer Dinner Service Project for the 10th Grade has been postponed until March due to the renovation of the Lyceum. Notification was passed out in class and sent home. More information will follow.Thu, 18 Jan 2007 21:01:00 GMTDue to scheduling difficulty and the renovation of the Lyceum the planned Lenten Dinner Service Project for 8th Graders has been cancelled. You will be notified in class and in the mail of your reassigned project.Thu, 18 Jan 2007 21:01:00 GMTVolunteers Needed: We need several volunteers to speak to the parish on 2/11-12 about our upcoming Birth Haven Baby Shower. You will be asked to read a prepared statement at one Mass. If you feel comfortable speaking in front of a group we could use your assistance with this project. Thanking you in advance for your cooperation, Miss FitzsimmonsThu, 18 Jan 2007 21:01:00 GMT10th Gr. Project Due February 18th. Please hand in (5)Birthday Cards prepared as per your Project Booklet. All cards must be signed and envelopes are to have the Church's return address in the corner. Thanks, Miss Fitz.Sun, 04 Feb 2007 12:02:00 GMTThank you Birth Haven Readers: Connor, James, Sam, Dylan, and Kim. You did a wonderful job. I'm sure our Birth Haven Baby Shower will be very successful.Wed, 14 Feb 2007 23:02:00 GMTAttention 10th Graders: The Volunteer Dinner Service Project is scheduled for March 3rd. You will receive your assignment in class (2/18)and a reminder postcard will be sent home. You must notify the Office of Religious Education if you cannot attend.Thu, 15 Feb 2007 00:02:00 GMTReminder: There will be NO CCD classes on 2/20 and 2/21.Thu, 15 Feb 2007 13:02:00 GMT10th Grade Craft Project: The St. Patrick's Day Craft Projects (Due 3/4) will be handed out in class on 2/18. If you are absent you must call the Office of Religious Education to make arrangements to pick up your craft project on Sunday or during the week. Our Nursing Home and Homebound Parishioners are always delighted to receive something "handmade" just for them. They truly appreciate your caring gestures of kindness and generosity.Thu, 15 Feb 2007 13:02:00 GMTThe Sunday Social Project scheduled for 2/25 has been reassigned to (5) Easter Cards prepared as per the Project Booklet. Renovations in the Lyceum are complete. Sunday Social Service activities will resume in March. Thanks, Miss Fitz.Mon, 19 Feb 2007 11:02:00 GMTVolunteers are needed for two projects: *Blood Drive Canteen Helpers on 3/10 *St. Patrick's Day Breakfast Helpers on 3/17 Please call the Office of Religious Education if you are interested in helping with these two special activities.Mon, 19 Feb 2007 11:02:00 GMTThe Easter Craft was originally scheduld due on March 18th however, it will be handed out in class on March 18th and due back on April 1st. Sorry for the confusion.Fri, 09 Mar 2007 17:03:00 GMTxWebpage.jpgCongratulations to all the 10th Graders making their Confirmation. A special thank you, also, for all the hard work and hours spent in working with and for the Faith Community at Immaculate Conception Parish. Your participation in the Community Service Projects has made a difference in the lives of others. May God bless you as you continue on your journey in faith. Ms. FitzsimmonsThu, 19 Apr 2007 22:04:00 GMT8th Grade May Craft: Project is due on May 13th. Please bring it to class or drop it off at the Office of Religious Education on or before the 13th. Don't forget to write your name on the project. Thanks, Ms. FitzsimmonsThu, 19 Apr 2007 22:04:00 GMTHealing Mass: 9th Graders will be assigned service at the Healing Mass on May 20th. Service will include setting up the Lyceum for the luncheon on May 19th, service at the luncheon on the 20th and clean-up after lunch. If you are not able to attend you must call the Office of Religious Education and select an alternate project. The Healing Mass and Luncheon is a very important and meaningful event for our Parishioners and your participation will make it even more special for them.Thu, 19 Apr 2007 22:04:00 GMTThank you to all students handing in a back pack for our Back Packs for Kids Project. They will be filled with wonderful surprises and treats for the children of Ginnie's House and DASI.Thu, 19 Apr 2007 22:04:00 GMTOctober 28th: 8th Grade Service Project/Giving Tree Ornaments On 10/28 all 8th graders will be given packets containing materials and instructions for making the ornaments that will go on the Church Giving Tree. The ornaments are to be prepared and brought back to class on or before November 25th. It is important for all ornaments to be prepared and ready for class on the 25th of November.Wed, 24 Oct 2007 13:10:00 GMT(November 25, 2007) All 10th grade students will participate in the Thanksgiving Basket Project. Mrs. Zarzycki's Class: 1:30-2:00 (in the Church) sort and load the Thanksgiving Baskets into trucks for delivery. Mr. Tidona's Class: 2:00-2:30 (at Partnership for Social Services on Wyker Road) unload the baskets and organize them at St. Thomasina's.Wed, 24 Oct 2007 16:10:00 GMTOn November 25th all 10th grade students will prepare the bows for the Wreath Sale Project. Materials and directions will be given in class. Attendance in class is required in order to receive credit for project completion.Wed, 24 Oct 2007 16:10:00 GMTThe Giving Tree will be assembled and decorated on the evening of November 30th at 7:30-8:00pm in the Church. Your assignment will be given out in class. Please check with your teacher if you are not sure if you are to participate in this project.Wed, 24 Oct 2007 16:10:00 GMTTenth graders will sell Christmas Wreaths before and after each Mass. Your assigned Mass will be given to you by your teacher. Please plan on being at Church 20 minutes before Mass and staying 20 minutes after Mass.Wed, 24 Oct 2007 16:10:00 GMTOn December 16th all eighth graders will participate in the Giving Tree Project. Students in Mrs. Burns class will sort and bring the Giving Tree Gifts out to the trucks for delivery to Sr. Thomasina. (1:30-2:00) Students in Mr. Slate's class will unpack the trucks at Partnership for Social Services on Wyker Road and arrange them inside for Sr. Thomasina. (2:00-2:30)Wed, 24 Oct 2007 16:10:00 GMTEarn Confirmation Project Credit Hours: Helpers needed for the Immaculate Conception Blood Drive on 12/28 from 3-8pm. Any time you can spend helping out in the Canteen would be appreciated and count towards your Project Hours. Call the Office of Religious Education to volunteer. We need your help.Thu, 01 Nov 2007 00:10:00 GMTxpicnic2.jpgAny Confirmation student wishing to help out at the Parish Picnic, please call Mrs. Allen at 973-827-9501. We need your help with children's games, activities, jumpy house, petting zoo, senior-citizen picnic helpers, setting up and cleaning up. If you are attending the picnic this would be a good way to earn Project Hours. The picnic is September 14th...starting with Mass at noon. PLEASE consider volunteering. You will have a GREAT TIME! I promise. Ms. FitzSun, 10 Aug 2008 20:08:00 GMTxRE.jpgHi Everyone, Welcome back to Religious Education Classes. We hope to see you all soon. Classes Begin: Sunday, September 14th (Picnic Project) for Confirmation Students. Regular classes begin Sunday, September 21st. Tuesday, September 16th for Grades K-4. Wednesday, September 17th for Grades 5-7.Fri, 05 Sep 2008 16:09:00 GMTxmeeting.jpgOn Sunday, September 7th, there will be an organizational meeting for all Confirmation parents and students. Attendance is required.Fri, 05 Sep 2008 17:09:00 GMTxbounce house 4.jpgSpecial thanks to all the Confirmation Students who helped with this year's Parish Picnic. The bounce houses were great fun. The bead projects, face painting, tattoos, cotton candy, etc. all added to making this year's picnic even more special for our young parishioners. You will all receive credit hours for your participation. Thanks again!!!!!Sat, 20 Sep 2008 12:09:00 GMTxdonuts.jpgConfirmation Classes start this Sunday...September 21st. See you at the 9 o'clock Mass!!! Don't forget there will be donuts at the Sunday Social after class...just for you!!!Sat, 20 Sep 2008 13:09:00 GMTxeucharist CA70HIAYCA7R0GC2CA30XHEFCA19OMQ4CAKF6RYBCA6X1BZTCASP8MK7CAL90RGSCAUODID9CALLMBJCCAFOOKMPCAB3MH9ICAJT135XCAJJBH79CAD4U3XQCAKFUH1FCA7WB2F6CAKU3JOV.jpgAny Confirmation Student wishing to become a Eucharistic Minister after Confirmation should plan on attending a Eucharistic Minister Training Session on October 27th from 7-9:30pm in the Lyceum. Remember you will be asked to participate in a Church Ministry after Confirmation and this would be one way in which you can continue your service to our Church Community.Thu, 23 Oct 2008 22:10:00 GMTThank you to all the CCD and Confirmation students who participated in the All Souls Day Service this past weekend. You helped to make the candle lighting ceremony very special for those who have lost a loved one this past year.Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:11:00 GMTxthanksgivingj0336613.gifAll 10th Grade Confirmation students are scheduled to participate in the Thanksgiving Day Basket Delivery to Partnership for Social Services on Sunday, November 23rd, after the 12:00 Mass. See Mrs. Allen for details or call the CCD Office for more information.Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:11:00 GMTxChristmas tree.(1).jpgUp-Coming Events: See Mrs. Allen for details 11/30: Giving Tree Ornaments Due 12/6-7: Wreath Sale 12/21: Giving Tree Presents Delivered to Partnership for Social ServicesTue, 04 Nov 2008 23:11:00 GMT<P>Confirmation Interviews with Fr. Kobus and Mrs. Allen will held on Monday and Tuesday:&nbsp; February 23 &amp; 24 and March 2 &amp; 3, 2009.&nbsp; You will be given your appointment time from Mrs. Allen.&nbsp; PLEASE be prepared and know the Q &amp; A provided in the Confirmation Section of this Website.&nbsp; Your teachers have also provided you with a list of questions.&nbsp; Study, Study, Study.&nbsp; You want to be prepared for Confirmation.&nbsp; Bishop Serratelli will be asking you questions.&nbsp; STUDY!!!!&nbsp; We have FAITH in YOU and know you will be ready for Confirmation on March 13th!</P> <P>&nbsp;</P> <P>&nbsp;</P>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 16:01:00 GMTxthanks Blue_Thank_You_with_Shadow.jpg<P>Attention 10th Graders.&nbsp; Please make sure you have returned all your forms for Confirmation (name/sponsor/etc.) to Mrs. Allen ASAP!&nbsp; They are due March 1, 2009.</P>Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:02:00 GMT