Dear Parents,

It’s that time of year when parents are considering school enrollment for 2013-2014. We are thrilled to announce that not only are we adding Pre-Kindergarten and free VPK, we are also expanding with the addition of two more classrooms. This will bring our school’s maximum capacity to 96 students! We are very happy to know that De LaSalle will be able to serve even more students in need. This is also a good time to keep in mind that enrollment decisions and discussions are really best conducted by adults. Involving students in the discussion about next year can be a source of anxiety and distraction as we finish out the school year. More information will be available at Thursday’s Home &amp; School meeting.

Enclosed with your envelope this week is the mid-quarter Interim Report. At this point we have 13 weeks of school remaining. Please keep one copy of the report and return the second copy, signed.  We thank you for your support with helping your child reach his or her goals for the school year.

Have a super week!

Ms.  Moreau
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 <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">HOME &amp; SCHOOL MEETING</span></strong>

We will hold our February meeting on <strong>Thursday, February 21 at 6:30 PM</strong> at Riverside Church. As always, it is very important for every family to have at least one parent attend. This month, in addition to other topics, we will include critical information about re-enrollment, qualifying for financial aid, and the 2013-14 De LaSalle Academy Operating Budget. Childcare is available and students are encouraged to bring an activity. We greatly value your participation at the Home &amp; School meetings!

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<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">DONOR RECEPTION and OPEN HOUSE</span></strong>

On <strong>Tuesday, February 26 </strong>from<strong> 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM</strong>, we will host a Donor Reception on the school campus. Enclosed is your invitation to the event, plus two additional invitations for you to share with anyone you feel could help or has helped De LaSalle Academy reach its goals.  We will also kick off our capital campaign at this time.  Chorale students, cheerleaders and the De LaSalle Drummers will perform, and Student Government members will give tours during our event.  We have a goal to raise $500,000 for this school year!  De LaSalle Academy has helped so many students and these funds will ensure our continued success and the opportunity to help so many more children in the years to come!

<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">NEED VOLUNTEER HOURS?</span>  </strong>

If you are in need of volunteer hours, we need help with set up, serving, and clean up for the donor reception on <strong>Tuesday, February 26</strong>from <strong>4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.  </strong>Please call Bonnie Ross at 239-245-8212 if you are able to help.

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<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">REGISTRATION FOR THE 2013-2014 SCHOOL YEAR</span></strong>

A registration packet for 2013-2014 was sent home in last week’s Wednesday Envelope.  All registrations and financial aid applications for returning students must be completed no later than <strong>March 15</strong>. If you intend to apply for tuition assistance, please keep in mind that the financial aid application requires minimum documentation of income via your W-2 for 2012 <strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">and</span></strong> tax return from 2011 or 2012. You may begin applying for tuition assistance at any time through FACTS Grant &amp; Aid Assessment. You will find this information on the De LaSalle Academy website under “Admissions.” Click on the link under <em>De LaSalle Academy Scholarships</em>.  For families who receive McKay Scholarships this year, re-enrollment in the McKay program is handled by Ms. Gentry and no further action is needed by you.

<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">SPIRIT SHIRTS AVAILABLE TO ORDER NOW</span></strong>

If you enrolled at De LaSalle after our t-shirt order went in, now is your chance! If you need an order form, please call the school office. Please submit your order by <strong>Thursday, February 21. </strong>Spirit shirts can be worn on Spirit Days and other special occasions when announced in advanced. Don’t miss out on the chance to show your <strong>De LaSalle Tarpon Spirit!!! </strong>

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<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">SPORTS AND CLUB NEWS</span></strong>
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	<li><strong><em>De LaSalle Chorale</em></strong>  meets on Thursdays after school, 3:30-4:30.</li>
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	<li><strong><em>De LaSalle Tarpons Basketball</em></strong>:  Basketball Practice is on <strong>Mondays and Thursdays </strong>after school, 3:30-5:00.</li>
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	<li><strong><em>De LaSalle Tarpons Cheerleading</em></strong>: Practice is on <strong>Mondays and Wednesdays  </strong>after school, 3:30-5:00.</li>
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	<li><strong><em>De LaSalle Chess Club</em></strong>:  The Chess Club meets on <strong>Wednesdays, </strong>in the Drama Room, 3:30-4:30.</li>
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<strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">CALENDAR REMINDERS</span></strong>

February 21                                        6:30 PM Home &amp; School Meeting – Riverside Church

February 26                                        5:00-6:00 Donor Reception

March 22                                             End 3<sup>rd</sup> Quarter

March 25-29                                       No School – Spring Break

April 3                                                  Spring Sports Banquet

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