St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica School The Bulldog Beats
Volume 1, issue 5 February 2017
Our News Is “Paws”itively Awesome!
National School Choice Week by Kiara Lange
Events National School Choice Week Marvelous Monday–Students Twin Thursday– Each student was held January 22-28, 2017, had very good things to say along with teachers found and shines a positive spotlight on about St. Anthony Cathedral matched their paw print to February 1 effective education options Basilica School. their Bulldog pal. CSW- Pastor/Priest Appreciation Day for every child. Rainbow Mass-6th-8th Grade Terrific Tuesday-Classroom Fashionable Friday- Journi Rainbow Prayer-Elementary St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica doors had a lot of blue and Henri-K, Irving Gatica-5th, February 2 School hosted Bulldog Pride gold spirit. Blake Purnell-7th, Kerry CSW-Community Service Basketball vs. St. Mary (H)-4:15 Week. Students, teachers, and Nichols-8th, and Mrs. Valen- pm staff were super pumped for a Whoop Wednesday-Classes cia-teacher had the most week filled with activities. had marvelous chants to de- school spirit. February 3 CSW-Teacher Appreciation Day but for everyone.
February 6 Science Fair-Center
February 7 6th grade found Basketball vs. All Saints (H)-4:15 pm their Bulldog paw print with Kinder- February 9 Basketball at Harmony (A)-4:15 garten. pm Progress Reports
February 10 Early DismissalAftercare Provided 1st grade’s Bull- dog pal was 7th February 13 8th Grade Visits MKCHS grade.
February 14 Basketball at Ehrhart (A)-4:15
February 16 Basketball vs. St. Catherine/ A Team (H)-4:15 pm
February 20 No School-President's Day
February 21 Basketball vs. Community Chris- tian (A)-4:15 pm Class Pictures-School Uniform
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“Winter”ful January in Pre-K4 by Gabrielle Augustine
Pre-K4 learned the letters S for snow, W for winter, and Z for zebras. Pre- K4 made snowmen and inside each circle of the body had letters which spelled out their names. For the letter Z, they made zebras, used zig zag scis- sors, and made finger paint Z’s.
Makhali Cortez said, “We made snakes with sand.”
Jaxson Gradney said, “We are in the winter season and we made snow- men.”
Mason Fleming said, “We learned about winter and made zebras.”
Can You Sense It? by Eric Renfro
Kindergarten One of the five senses project was to had a lot of fun draw themselves without the sense of in science. sight. Ethan Hernandez and Zander They learned Staudt said that it was hard but equally “It was hard about the five fun. but equally senses: sight, fun.” smell, hearing, taste, and touch.
Up, Up, and Away With 1st grade! by Karrygan Anderson
1st grade learned about space because Thomas McIntire made a model of January is National Space Saturn and listed 3 facts about the Month. They had the option to either planet. He said, “I like the aliens be- pick a planet, create a solar system, or cause they are cool.” show how the Earth and moon orbit around the sun.
What did 1st grade like about space?
Carmen Porter said, “I like all the planets.” She created a solar system for her project. Volume 1, issue 5 Page 3
3, 2, 1...Blast Off With 2nd Grade! by Corbin Delacerda
2nd grade did a space project. Christian Castillo said, “I liked how ers!” the many different rockets and rov- “What do you love about space?”
Kathryn Poullard learned about Neil Armstrong. She liked Neil Armstrong because he was the first to land on the moon.” She liked the moon because it has craters, rocks, and dust.
Gabby Blakenship said, “I like how there is different and unique planets in the solar system.” For her project, she made a rover.
Third Graders Are Out of This World by Amari Rodgers
The students learning about astrono- my. They created awesome models about the Earth, moon phases, and the sunrise to sunset. They researched and presented to their class.
Ylina Dao made the moon phases by using little clay balls. Her mother baked the clay balls. She then painted the balls with glow in the dark paint. This shows the part we see in the night sky. She also painted the other parts of the moon with black paint .
Mrs. Allen’s class had a blast!
4th Grade Gets a Special Visitor by Arlaina Diamantis
On January 11, 2017, CenterPoint Energy came out and talked with 4th grade about natural gas safety. Natu- ral gas is a fossil fuel. It is a source of energy for heating, cooking, and elec- tricity generation.
“What I learned was if you start to smell gas, get out as fast as you can and don't turn around,” said Elizabeth Coker.
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Dino with Pre-K3 by Ethan Gravis
Pre-K3 learned about dinosaurs! They colored a Stegosaurus. They also made penguins out of paper plates. They painted a paper shirt to decorate their spirit door during Bulldog Pride Week.
6th Grade Is Shaking With Excitement by Kiara Lange
The 6th grade learned about plate tectonics in science class. Plate tectonic is a theory that explains the structure of the earth's crust as a result of the interaction of rigid lithospheric plates that move slowly over the un- derlying mantle. Plate tectonics make earthquakes and also create mountains and valleys. Mrs. Tolin said that they had learned a song about the marvel- ous science project.
Seventh Grade’s Science Soiree by Arryana Lyon
The seventh graders, as well as the work in teams of two or work solo. eighth graders, worked their brains to the nub in January. The students, as well as the faculty and staff, are looking forward to what the Why, you might ask? Science Fair! bright kids can come up with.
Students had a choice of Behavioral Science Fair is held Monday, February Science, Biochemistry, Botany, Chem- 6, 2017, in the Parish Center. istry, Earth Science, Engineering, En- vironmental, Health, Microbiology, Physics, or Zoology to research and experiment. Students were able to Volume 1, issue 5 Page 5
Winter Retreat by Gabrielle Augustine and Arryana Lyon
On the weekend of January 7-8, 2017, The guest speaker told us about the Student Council and NJHS went to hardships in her life and how not to the Student Council District 17 winter let negative things overflow your posi- retreat at the Houston Galleria. Mem- tive things. We also participated in a bers learned leadership and communi- service project to make blankets. cating skills. Finally, members had a great time shopping, skating, and resting. We untied people’s shoes, did push ups, or found someone who was left- handed and met them as an icebreak- er. Each group was assigned a month to encourage and motivate us to have a successful school year in the spring with activities and ideas for the school to be involved.
An Unforgettable Winter Ball by Arryana Lyon
The junior high winter ball took place Friday, January 13, 2017. Student Council sponsored King and Queen (8th grade) and Prince and Princess (7th grade) for the Winter Ball contest. Our Winter Winners received a crown and flowers. Ball Royal The funds raised will help a deserving Court… student with the cost of Disney. This year Winter Ball Royal Courts were Lance Henry-King, Gabrielle Augustine-Queen, Joshua Onuorah- Prince, and Kalina Burleson-Princess.
Scouts Get Ready, Set, Go!
It is that time of year again, Pinewood The winners were Tiger-Kade White- Derby! Scouts and their adult leaders 1st, Thomas McIntire-2nd, and Joseph invested in a lot of hours drilling, Rezsutek-3rd; Wolf-Jeffrey Martin-1st sanding, and painting to create the and Rafael Ornelas-2nd; Bears-Sean fastest car. McHann-1st and Alexander.; Webelos -David Guillory-1st.; and Arrow of Pack 779 held their race on Saturday, Light-Bryce Wiley-1st, Louis McIntire- January 28, 2017, at the school cafete- 2nd, and Victor Sanchez-3rd. ria. NJHS and Student Council mem- bers came and helped with the race. Overall winners were Bryce-1st, Louis -2nd, Sean-3rd, and Kade-4th.
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First of the Season by Arlaina Diamantis
Team A Bulldogs had a busy month With a finally game in January, Bull- and winning month. On January 5, dogs played against St. Anne’s Wild- 2017, Bulldogs played against St. cats and won. Cahterine’s Wildcats and won with a score of 49-15. St. Anne’s Wildcats played an away game on January 12, 2017, at SACBS. Bulldogs won the game with a score of 30-20. Bulldogs won against All Saints on January 17, 2017, with a score of 42-10. On January 24, 2017, Team A had a game against Erhart and won the game 42-22.
B-Team Basketball by Oliva Cobb
The boys basketball B-team is a very The B-team players on the team are determined and hardworking team. In 5th graders: H.J. Trahan, Jermiah all their games, win or lose, they Smith, Irving Gatica, Howell Cobb, played hard and never gave up. and Landon Paillet. 6th graders are Daniel Coker, Mack Schultze, Tray On January 20-21, 2017, the B team Sons, Grayson Young, Simon Flana- participated in the St. Anthony tourna- gan, Kevin Flanagan, and Julian ment. Bulldogs had a tough game Guiltory. 7th graders are Blake Pur- against Jasper on Friday and lost. nell, Alex Murphy, and William Ho. They played and lost in the consolida- tion bracket on Saturday against C.O. Wilson.
B-ball Tournaments by Arlaina Diamantis
St. Anne's basketball tournament was of 23-27. Way to go Bulldogs for held January 13-14, 2017. Bulldogs taking home 2nd place in the tourna- played against Hardin Jefferson B ment. to the championship round. team and won with a total score of 43- 20. They advanced to the second round where they played Hardin Jef- ferson A team. They won with a final score of 29-24. Bulldogs finally ad- vanced to the championship round. Bulldogs played against St. Anne’s Wildcats. Sadly, we lost with a score Volume 1, issue 5 Page 7
Trotting the Globe by Eric Renfro
On January 17, 2017, we were paid a visit by one of the Harlem Globetrot- ters players, “El Gato” Melendez. He spoke to the SACBS students about an anti-bullying program, ABC (Action, Brave, Compassion), that the Harlem Globetrotters are promoting. He also talked about being the first Harlem Globetrotter from Puerto- Rico and going back to school after playing professional basketball. The A-Action Harlem Globetrotters performed on B-Brave January 24 at Ford Arena. C-Compassion
The “Bee”-tastic Spelling Bee by Amari Rodgers
Our annual Spelling Bee was held on Kirby-3rd place. Arryana will go on to Friday, January 6, 2017. St. Anthony the BISD District Spelling Bee on Cathedral Basilica School held a com- February 3, 2017. We wish you luck, petition for 1st-4th and 5th-8th Arryana! grades. Students competed each other with words from easy to hard.
The top three winners in elementary division were Kobe Prejean-1st place, Andrew Nguyen-2nd place, and Rafael Ornelas-3rd place.
The top winners in the middle school division were Arryana Lyon-1st place, Clare Coker-2nd place, and Audrey
Cha Ching With the Penny Drive! by Karrygan Anderson
St. Anthony Cathedral Basilica School The top school will win a perfor- is participating in the 21st Annual mance by ACRODUNK. Penny Drive “Change for the Chil- dren” for Garth House, Mikey Mehaffy Children’s Advocacy Pro- gram, Inc.
8th grade students would come around each class to collect the mon- ies for the drive.
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Saint of the Month by Kiara Lange
The saint of the month for February is St. Valentine. He is the patron saint of love, young people, and happy mar- riages. He converted 60 members of the royal guard to Christianity. He was also a Roman priest. His feast day is February 14.
Novena to St. Valentine O holy Martyr, St. Valentine, pray for the Faithful, who are so persevering in celebrating thy memory. The day of Judgment will reveal to us all thy glorious merits. Oh! in-
tercede for us, that we may then be made thy compan- ions at the right hand of the Great Judge, and be united with thee eternally in heaven.
St. Mother Teresa Calcutta Award
St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta recipi- plete the nomination form in the of- ents are recognized after Mass. They fice. embody the spirit of her charity, un- January’s recipients were Mrs. Conrad, selfishness, courage, and hard work. Adam Hare, and Jaden Bertrand. They share her spirit of prayer, sim- plicity, sacrifice, and her humble works of love. If you know someone who should receive this award, email Mrs. McIn- tire at [email protected] or com- Volume 1, Issue 1 Page 9
National School Choice Week
BulldogPride
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Catholic School Week by Ethan Gravis
Catholic School Week is held during the last week of January. We celebrate Catholic School Week to focus on the value Catholic education provides to Sunday young people and its contributions to open house and our church, our communities and our Superhero. nation.
Monday-Vocation Day sisters dedicating their lives to God gave a speech to teach about God’s calling.
Tuesday-student appreciation
a volleyball game between the school faculty and the 8th grade class.
Wednesday Rainbow Mass was held.
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Wednesday priest/pastor appreciation day
Thursday-service each of the classes participated in community service to help our community.
Friday Students participated in the stairway to heaven.
Bulldog Barks by Corbin Delacerda
What did the lochness monster say What do you call a moose with no to the female loch ness monster? name?
You unloch my heart. ANONYMOOSE!
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Saint Anthony Cathedral Basilica School, located in the heart of historic downtown Beaumont, welcomes all children to become part of a Christ-centered, culturally diverse, and safe environment.
The school provides holistic education in which students are held to high moral and academic standards while living their faith through community service and by developing a passion for social A MONTHLY NEWSLETTER justice. PUBLISHED BY S T . A NTHONY CATHEDRAL BASLICIA SCHOOL PUBLICATION CLASS.
February’s Birthday by Olivia Cobb
February 1 February 7 February 16 February 27 Zoey Reyes Justin Maze Mikhali Cortez Mrs. McIntire
February 2 February 11 February 18 February 28 Jaxon Grandney Kevin Flanagan Mrs. Russell Lillian Hickman Simon Flanagan Mark Taylor February 5 February 23 Clare Coker February 13 Michelle Nichols Carmen Porter Korie Lewis February 25 February 6 February 14 Alexander Murphy Kaelyn Davis Kyah Dixon Kiara Lange Dylan Cortez