PRINCIPAL'S PAGE
Sister JoAnne Goecke, D.C.
Making A Difference
Financial Aid Scholarship Fund Appeal
Dear Friends of Mother Seton School,
After two years of ministry at Mother Seton School, I can testify from personal
experience, the spirit of Elizabeth Ann Seton is truly alive on these holy
grounds and in many persons who connect with MSS as students, families, alumni,
staff, or friends.
I
deeply admire and appreciate the tremendous spirit of faith and commitment of
each person in our school community, from the newest student to our most senior
alumni. As a Daughter of Charity, I am proud of the rich spiritual and
educational legacy that has been handed on from generation to generation.
Within the past two months, all of us are aware of the deep financial challenges
caused by many factors outside of our control. The families of our
students are not immune, and each day a parent comes to me requesting financial
aid, confident that Mother Seton School will not abandon them in their time of
need.
And
so I come to you graduates and friends of Mother Seton, “begging” you to give
from your abundance or your need to help our students in this time of financial
stress. Before the day ends, please send your donation—small or large—to
support our Financial Aid Scholarship fund.
Your gift is a gift that will last not a lifetime, but an
eternity.
God bless you for your generosity,
July 24, 2008
Dear Parents,
The days of summer vacation
have been filled with much activity here at MSS and I am sure in your homes as
well. Here are a few highlights of what we’ve been doing at MSS.
I attended The Bicentennial
Celebration of Elizabeth Seton's ministry in Baltimore June 15. Cardinal Keeler,
Archbishop O’Brien, Bishop Malooly, and numerous Sulpician and Diocesan clergy
con-celebrated the Eucharistic Liturgy. This celebration is significant for us
since it marks the beginning of Elizabeth Seton’s Catholic Education ministry
first in Baltimore, then in Emmitsburg.
Farewells and welcomes continue as families and staff move
on or move in to our MSS Community. We all look forward to finalized class
rosters!
Our Pre-K enrollment has doubled since 2006 and I am happy to
announce the opening of an additional Pre-K classroom to accommodate the growing
number of students. Adding a new Pre-K classroom has necessitated the relocation
of the art room and Middle School science classroom. Many thanks to our
maintenance staff and teachers for their hard work with this transition.
The Media/Technology Program is
advancing toward more effective instruction especially for grades 6-8. This
includes additional class time for Middle School students and stronger
integration of technology into classroom instruction. H.S.A. funding for ceiling
mounted projectors has been a tremendous asset as we transform our plans into
realities.
After serious
study of the specials program at MSS, and after receiving significant feedback
from faculty, students, and parents, I have decided not to offer the
Introduction to Spanish Language Class for the 08-09 school year. Mr. Gordon
Love will gather a small committee with knowledge/experience in the field to
study the issues and make recommendations. This decision comes at an opportune
time since it frees up a class period to devote to Middle School
Media/Technology instruction.
St. Elizabeth Ann Seton be with us!
Sister JoAnne
Congratulations!
FOCE Scholarships $1,000
annually for 4 years: Veronica Smaldone—Sisters of Charity Scholarship; Josie
Estep—Nallin Memorial Scholarship.
Hannah Laurich Class of 2008 First
Place winner, K of C, St. Joseph Taneytown Council Essay Contest. “The
Responsibility of the Catholic Citizen in a Free Society. “
June 17, 2008
The Lord is Passing By
“Go outside and stand on the mountain before the Lord; the Lord will be
passing by.” I Kings 19: 11“
Vacations give us a change of pace, an opportunity to move out of our routine, a time to notice what we had missed. During our summer vacation, whether we get away or remain at home, let’s take advantage of the change of pace to stand before the Lord who is passing by.
Together let us move closer to God’s holy mountain
Let us stand to greet the Lord with joy each morning
Each evening let us look about and see how the Lord has passed by
Together let us rejoice in a loving God who faithfully passes by each day
June 3, 2008
May God who has begun this good work in you see it through to completion!
Farewell
To MSS Graduating Class of 2008
To families who are moving away
To faculty and staff who are moving on
All of us at MSS express our deep appreciation
-For your presence among us whether a long or short time
-For growing day by day in Christian life and witness and helping all of us grow
as well
-For giving generously to MSS during your time with us
-For learning the sprit of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and for passing it on to
those around you!
You have been a gift to us. We will miss you. Keep in touch.
Sister JoAnne, Faculty, Staff, Students, and MSS Community