Miss Poglein’s 5th grade science class experimented to see how seismometers measure the severity of earthquakes by creating their own earthquake scenes.
Using a can, felt tip marker, and popsicle sticks, the students staged an earthquake and recorded its effects.

 

Young Washington

02/23/2011

 
Our students in grades K-8 were treated to a lively look into the early life of our country’s founder George Washington with the CLO Gallery of Heroes performance Young Washington. The cast presented the challenges and adventure of dealing with the wilderness, French soldiers, and sometimes unfriendly Indians which Washington faced. The program highlighted his courage, resourcefulness , and leadership in helping our country first claim America for Britain and eventually achieve independence from British control. The students were amazed to learn the important part Western Pennsylvania played in Washington’s life. As a surveyor, he came to know the region well which became the site many of exploits, particularly his battles with the French over possession of Ft. Duquesne. The program was presented by the PTG.

 

 
 
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Bonus Program - it is not too late for supporters to sign up. Our school will earn 10 Bonus Points for each new supporter who signs up online at www.gianteagle.com or by calling1-800-474-4777. This is in addition to the points they earn just by shopping at Giant Eagle.
Remember, our supporters have until March 19 to earn even more points for our school.

 
 
St. Philip 1st  and 3rd graders took part in America's Biggest Bed Time Story in a Webcast presented by Pizza Hut and the BookIt Program. Popular Pop Star Justin Bieber read the Dr. Seuss classic Cat in the Hat over the Internet. The children used their SmartBoard to see the event in life size mode. It was a great prpepartion for the upcoming celebration of Dr. Seuss' birthday coming in early march.
 
 
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Night to Remember

School parents, parishioners and all friends of St. Philip School are invited to join with the school alumni to look back, remember and celebrate the school’s 96th year on Saturday, April 9th.
The evening will begin with a special 4:00 p.m. Mass celebrated by Rev. Sam Esposito, who is the new vicar for our region.
After Mass, come to the beautiful Chartiers Country Club for dinner (served at 6:30 p.m.), a fun-filled evening, and honoring of the 2011 St. Philip School Distinguished Graduate(s).  DJ will follow the dinner program Dinner at Chartiers Country Club is $40.00 per person.  For reservations, send checks payable to St. Philip School 52 West Crafton Ave. Pgh.PA15205 – be sure to include names for all individuals included in the reservation.  Reservations are due by March 31st.

Night to Remember

School parents, parishioners and all friends of St. Philip School are invited to join with the school alumni to look back, remember and celebrate the school’s 96th year on Saturday, April 9th.
The evening will begin with a special 4:00 p.m. Mass celebrated by Rev. Sam Esposito, who is the new vicar for our region.
After Mass, come to the beautiful Chartiers Country Club for dinner (served at 6:30 p.m.), a fun-filled evening, and honoring of the 2011 St. Philip School Distinguished Graduate(s).  DJ will follow the dinner program Dinner at Chartiers Country Club is $40.00 per person.  For reservations, send checks payable to St. Philip School 52 West Crafton Ave. Pgh.PA15205 – be sure to include names for all individuals included in the reservation.  Reservations are due by March 31st.

 
 
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Nominations are being accepted for the Distinguished Graduate Award.Write a letter and mail or e-mail your letter to
Sister Geri –gmarr@spsangelway.org or Mary Kubiak at e-mail address below.  The school address is 52 West Crafton Ave, PghPA15205. If you have someone in mind as a potential distinguished graduate, please nominate him or her.  It just takes a few paragraphs describing how the person's personal and professional activities/ achievements reflect the Catholic education which they received at SPS.   The person must be an active Catholic who has graduated at least 10 years ago from SPS. 
Contact Mary Kubiak at mdkubiak@verizon.net with any questions.

 

Contest!!

02/13/2011

 
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Dear Parents:
On February 26th, we will be holding our annual Night at the Races. As you may know,this is our biggest fund raiser of the year for our school. This year, the PTG has decided to extend the fun to our students by sponsoring a contest among homerooms. In order to promote sales of race horses, we will be awarding a Jeans day to the homeroom that sells the most horses. We need everyone’s help to insure the success of this year’s event!
Order forms for horses were sent home in the most recent Family Information Packet. If you need more forms, please contact the school office and they will be sent home.
Thank You,
SPS PTG
 

Hoop Shoot Finals

02/09/2011

 
Congratulations to Nathan Kirsch, Erin Joyce, and Maddie Hoff for each placing 3rd in their respective age groups at theElks Regional Division Hoop Shoot.
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It's the 100th day of school and the classes found lots of ways to represent the number 100. The teachers gave the students 100 ways to combine learning with fun!
 
 
Mr.Aiello's 8th graders spent some time researching the lives of the Saints in preparation for choosing their Confirmation names. Today , dressed as their Saint they made reports on the lives of the Saints they have been studying. Confirmation will take place March 15.