Hornet Herald T E A C H I N G T H E W AY O F J E S U S C H R I S T 817.737.4201 • www.hfcsfw.org AWAKENING! A big Thank You to Jesse Manibusan for joining us at our Monday Assembly this morning. Our students and staff were energized and motivated as we begin this new week at Holy Family Catholic School. Mr. Manibusan is co-founder of 2 by 2 Ministries, a preaching/music ministry. A Catholic Lay Evangelizer and Undercover Catechist, Jesse utilizes music, spoken word, humor, and movement to convey the mission of Christ the Church. Jesse has a MA in Multicultural Ministries, from the Franciscan School of Theology , GTU, Berkeley, CA., and is published by OCP, spiritandsong.com and GIA Publications. Come for a time of spiritual growth Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, November 10-12 beginning at 6:45pm. More information is posted on the reverse side of today’s Hornet Herald. Running Club is Back! HFCS Running Club kicked off last Thursday with a great start. Any student who is interested may join us on Thursdays, 3:10—3:45 at the Hornets Nest. Students must submit the signed agreement before they can participate. A Special thank you to Heidi Hillard, Allan Paddach, Julie Harding, and Cassie Duke for volunteering their help. For more information you may contact: Alma Hernandez Blackwell at [email protected] Lifetouch School Picture Retakes: Get ready for Class Picture Day and Individual Retakes on November 13. Students received flyers and order forms last week and these must be returned to your child’s teacher by Wednesday, November 12. Students will wear formal uniform. Holy Family Catholic School Advisory Council is accepting nominations for an open position for a parent member. The School Advisory Council is a consultative body of caring parents and parishioners who are committed to the Catholic School and serve to support and assist the Principal for the good of the school community. In consultation with the Pastor and Principal the Council has responsibility for matters involving planning, policy development and compliance, finances and development. Advisory Council meetings are held the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 pm. Please contact Beth Grimes at [email protected], or any Advisory Council member with questions if interested. Lunch Menu for December is coming home today with your student in the Monday Folder. Please note the return date is Monday, November 17. Knights of Columbus Casino Night: Please join us for fun and fellowship on Saturday, November 15, in the Hawaiian Falls Aloha Room from 7pm—11pm. Tickets are $40 per individual and $75 per couple which includes food, all drinks & game chips to get started. Tickets may be purchased at www.kofc15882.org. November 10, 2014 Calendar Info: This Week: Tues. 11/11 Tues. 11/11 Thurs. 11/13 Thurs. 11/13 Fri. 11/14 Fri. 11/14 Ft.Worth Museum Planetarium-5th Grade Tennis Shoe Tuesday—Tuition Assistance Mass-7th Grade Host Individual Picture Retake and Group Pictures Ft. Worth Zoo—4th Grade HF/BH Thanksgiving Craft 6th Grade 12:45. Next Week: Wed. 11/19 Thurs. 11/18 Thurs. 11/20 Fri. 11/21 Fri. 11/21 Advisory Council—6:30 in Library Thanksgiving Feast Noon Lunch—8th Grade Mass—6th Grade Host Casual for Cause—Tuition Assistance Walk-A-Thon– 1:30, Hornets Nest Thanksgiving Feast is a tradition at HFCS when 8th Graders prepare a meal and invite their parents and grandparents to join them for lunch. This years FEAST is Tuesday, November 18 and will be served in the Holy Family Life Center at noon. You may RSVP to Jan Barker at [email protected] or 817-737-4201. Holy Family Catholic School Informational Meeting: HFCS will be hosting a school informational coffee for prospective parents December 4th at 9am. If you would like to recommend a family to receive an invitation to this event, please contact Alma Hernandez-Blackwell at: [email protected] Nolan Catholic High School invites you to join us for our annual Open House on Sunday, November 16, noon to 3 pm. Discover for yourself the difference a Nolan Catholic Education can make in your student’s faith formation and in their preparation to go out and change the world. NCHS administrators and students will be on hand to talk about NCHS , student life, academic programs, the admissions process, and financial aid options. For more information, please contact Rene Ramirez, Director of Enrollment Management at 817-395-0360, or email: [email protected]. Holy Family Walk-a-Thon: HFCS will be holding our 2nd annual Walk-A-Thon Friday, November 21 at 1:30. An information letter as well as pledge cards were sent home with students last Monday. We encourage all students to obtain as many pledges as possible. Prizes will be awarded to the top fundraisers.