John J. Mitchell UPCOMING DATES to REMEMBER April 2-6 Octave Of

John J. Mitchell April 9, 2018 GRANDPARENTS’ DAY

On Monday, March 26, IHM welcomed over 300 Grandparents to school. The Grandparents had the opportunity to visit their Grand- child’s classroom[s], meet Teachers, and sit with them during the Holy Week all-school Mass. Students were clearly proud that their Grandparents could find the time to visit IHM for the morning. Thank you to everyone who participated in this special day.

LIVING STATIONS

UPCOMING On Wednesday, March 28, the IHM 8th Grade Class of 2018 pre- DATES TO sented the Living Stations of the Cross. The students played various REMEMBER roles as actors, readers, etc., as they led the student body through the

Stations of the Cross. Those in attendance agreed that it was a very April 2-6 Octave of Easter – moving ceremony. Special thanks to Middle School Teacher Donna SCHOOL HOLIDAYS Bucci for coordinating the presentation.

April 9 RENAISSANCE ASSESSMENTS School Resumes

As previously noted, this Spring all Diocesan Elementary Schools April 16 will be taking the Renaissance Assessment. This test replaces the May Lunch Menu Due Terra Nova. This initial test will establish a benchmark for each stu-

dent’s performance. Next year, the Renaissance Assessment will be April 19-21 given four times throughout the year. It will provide a measurement Willy Wonka Jr. of student growth in Reading and Math over a period of time. Par-

ents will receive reports with all relevant information. IHM students April 26 in grades K to 7 will be taking the test between April 23 and May 1. Spring School Mass The test is a computerized assessment that students in K-4 will take

in the Computer Lab, while those in grades 5-7 will take on Chrome April 27 books. Tag Day

ASSESSMENT FOR CHILDREN/YOUTH Trimester 3 Interim RELIGIOUS EDUCATION [ACRE]

April 30-May 4 Students in grades 5 and 8 will once again take the ACRE test. Test- Scholastic Book Fair ing will be on April 26 and 27. It is a computerized assessment.

May 5 CRISIS DRILL First Holy Communion

During April there will be a Crisis Drill with evacuation monitored

by the State Police.

TO JESUS THROUGH MARY

To Jesus through Mary April Focus – Glorious Mysteries April Virtue of the Month – Justice

During April we focus our attention on the virtue of justice. In A Pastoral Reflec- tion on Lay Discipleship for Justice in a New Millennium (USCCB, 1998), we are reminded that “Catholicism does not call us to abandon the world, but to help shape it. This does not mean leaving worldly tasks and responsibilities, but transforming them. Catholics are everywhere in this society. We are corporate executives and migrant farm workers, senators and wel- fare recipients, university presidents and day care workers, tradesmen and farmers, office and factory workers, union leaders and small business owners. Our entire community of faith must help Catholics to be instruments of God's grace and creative power in business and politics, factories and offices, in homes and schools and in all the events of daily life. Social justice and the common good are built up or torn down day by day in the countless decisions and choices we make. This vocation to pursue justice is not simply an individual task -- it is a call to work with others to humanize and shape the institutions that touch so many people. The lay vocation for justice cannot be carried forward alone, but only as members of a community called to be the "leaven" of the Gospel.” This week, let us pause and ponder whether or not our daily decisions and choices promote justice in our families, schools, Church, and world.

From The Diocese of Wilmington Principals’ Notes

BLESSED OILS

The use of oil has many applications in daily life such as cleansing as part of a bath, limbering up the mus- cles of athletes, and healing the wounds of the sick. In Holy Week, the bishop consecrates the blessed oils used throughout the liturgical year. Sacred Chrism is used to anoint the newly baptized, to confer the Sac- rament of Confirmation, and to anoint bishops and priests during the celebration of the Sacrament of Holy Orders. Two other sacramental celebrations make use of blessed oil: “The pre-baptismal anointing with the oil of catechumens signifies cleansing and strengthening; the anointing of the sick expresses healing and comfort (CCC, no.1294). The Oil of Catechumens is used in Baptism. The Oil of the Sick is used for the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick.

PILGRIMAGE 2018: WALKING HIS WAY

The Ninth Annual CYM Pilgrimage had wonderful representation of approx- imately 650 young people from schools and parishes. This day of prayer was filled with memorable moments for all who engaged in it. The theme for next year – Saturday, April 13, 2019 –is Journey to the Kingdom. Be sure to note the date on your school calendar for students in Grades 7-12 to be part of the 10th Annual CYM Pilgrimage.

IHM Honor Roll T2 – 2018

Distinguished Academic Honors

Grade 8 Grade 5 Emily Bryda James Bolinas MaryKatherine Dorsey Liliana Bonney Maxwell Dugan Aubrey Edwards Avery Ewing Ian Fahnoe Madeline Fisher Luke Guzevich Brigid Flanagan Kamryn Hove Sophie Maguire Abigail McLaughlin Louise Poppiti Academic Honors Julia Querey

Olivia Staats Chloe Wenner Grade 8 Cooper Brown

Meghan Burton Grade 7 Gabriella Carney Emily Coulter Mason Davis Niamh Cranny AJ Dotson Mariah Pinheiro Kenzie Fleming Michael Reece Alex Herzog Casey Shahan Katherine Kardash Rachel Smookler Lillian Marchlik Jacqueline Spagnolo Matthew Nagle Aiden Naughter Grade 6 Emily Orga Madden Cole Elena Proctor Audrey Counihan Keira Riley Justin Flenner Louis Rizzo Michael Gioia Tyler Satterfield Kathryn Hart Ryan Simmers Elizabeth Maher Elizabeth Vavala John Roarty Elizabeth Villec Shawn Satterfield Thomas Warnock Brayden Smith Hannah Weir

Academic Honors [cont.]

Grade 7 Eliot Myers Chase Aiello Libby Neiburg Owen Beach Shane Olexa Jenna Bozzo Christian Schultz Cynthia Brosky Michael Smyth Brandon Bush Jonah Tonn Mackenzie Case Katy Quashne Tara Coates Molly Curren Grade 5 Patrick Fahnoe Ryleigh Filliben Annetta Baker Ethan Frenck Peter Bauer Sebastian Gervay Ava Beach Monica Grace Ella Bouchard Joshua Harris John Carney Gabriella Henry Julia Carroll Morgan Hickey Sophia Ceccola Faith Kleitz Adam Coulter Allison Lengkeek Gerald DiStefano Madison Lubin Kirah Irani Alex MacWilliams Elisabeth Jalot Anthony Molitor Noelle Klinger Angelina Pezzuto Carmella Lionti Amanda Smarr Adeline Lutes Ranon Travers Bailey Maloney Colin McLaughlin Aiden Miller Grade 6 Madison Mutschler Seamus Naughter Xavier Allison Shivam Patel Anastasia Antoniades Zach Randolph John Barbato Gabriella Rosato Elizabeth Collins Charlotte Scalora Matthew Copeland Madelyn Sheppard Sophia Dempsey Bella Smookler Sydney Donatello Summer Solum Kaeden Fleming William Swiatek Michael Grillo Rebecca Zurzolo Analiese Jacobson James Kennedy Jonathan Leonardo Lucy Maguire Steven Mangini Thomas Marcoz Madelyn Mead Catherine Miranda

IHM’S 2018 GALA

The HSA would like to express our sincere gratitude to Gala Chairs; Tressa Catalina, Leslye Wark, Amy Marta, and Lindsay Burns for their ceaseless dedication and year of effort in coordinating an amazing and successful evening for our IHM Community. It was a wonderful night out with the added benefit of providing funds for completion of the school/parish playground project. It is truly amazing what a group of volunteers can create when they band together and commit to a common goal.

We would also like to acknowledge the Gala Committee and all of the volunteers (both adult and youth) who gave of their time and talents to stage this successful event. Nights such as these could not occur without your assistance.

Lastly, we would like to recognize all of the people from our IHM Community: parents, teachers, admin- istrators, parishioners, friends, and family who came out to enjoy the night and have some fun all while supporting IHM School. The Gala would not be successful without your backing. Thank you.

The IHM Home and School Association

Dear Kaitlin Reilly:

On behalf of the American Heart Association and the millions of Americans we serve, thank you very much for your school's donation of *$8,928.00. Families and schools are critical links in providing the foundation for cardiovascular wellness in our country. By holding this event at your school each year, you raise awareness about heart-healthy living. And you help us fund more lifesaving scientific research and critically needed education efforts. Thank you.

Almost every family in America is touched by heart disease or stroke, and your school's contribution will significantly impact our fight against these devastating illnesses.

We hope that you, your faculty and your students found this lifesaving effort rewarding and enjoyable. You are touching so many lives — and life is why we exist as an organization. Your help and support are greatly appreciated, and we look forward to partnering again with you next year!

Warm regards,

Nancy Brown Chief Executive Officer, American Heart Association

It’s finally spring!! Time to wash that winter grime off your car while supporting the IHM Class of 2018!!

Saturday, April 14th 8:00 am until 3:00 pm Foulk and Silverside Exxon Station

$5.00 per car

The IHM production of Willy Wonka Jr. is quickly approaching! Show dates are Thursday April 19, Friday April 20, and Saturday April 21. The show starts at 7:00 pm and doors opening at 6:45 p.m. T he show is located in the school’s gym. Please use the doors facing Shipley Road at 6:45 pm to enter the gym. These are the same doors used for the IHM’s Christmas Show.

All seats and tickets are numbered. To purchase $5.00 seats please return the form with your name, child’s name, grade, phone number, and cash or check made payable to IHM. Please send this form in with your child, or place in envelope in the main! office with payment. And your tickets will be sent home to you! Enjoy the show!

Tickets Thursday, April Friday, ,April 20, Saturday, April Totals 19, 2018 2018 21, 2018

$5.00

Name: Child’s Name

Grade: Phone number or email address:

Cash Check #

Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka Jr. is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Music Theatre International, 421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019. Broadway Junior Materials © 2007 MTI Enterprises, Inc.

Words and Music by Leslie Bricusse & Anthony Newley; Adapted for the Stage by Leslie Bricusse & Timothy A. McDonald; Based on the Book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl

MISSION STATEMENT Immaculate Heart of Mary School, founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph in 1957, serves the community, providing a Christ-centered Catholic education that strives for academic excellence by challenging students to learn and teachers to innovate Mwithin a comprehensive program that fosters Faith formation, social growth, and service to others.

SAVE THE DATE

April 19th - 21st - IHM Drama presents Willy Wonka Jr. Mark your calendars for Thursday, April 19th, Friday, April 20th, and Saturday, April 21st because Willy Wonka is coming to town! More information in regard to general ticket sales will be available soon. Thank you to Anne Smook- ler, Nichol Carroll, and Amanda Marie Schauer for their dedication to IHM Drama, our children, and the arts in general!

May 11th—Mother & Son Scavenger Hunt sched- uled for Friday, May 11th. More details to come.

May 25th - IHM Family Night at the Blue Rocks Batter up! Mark your calendar for the IHM Family Night at the Blue Rocks on Friday, May 25th. More information about ticket sales will be pro- vided in an upcoming newsletter.

June 1—Putting with My Pal

If you want peace, work for justice. …..Blessed Paul VI

Immaculate Heart of Mary School is fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools, Philadelphia, Pa.