St.

Augustine Academy
130 South Wells Road Ventura California 93004 805-672-0411 Fax 805-672-2365 e-mail StAugAcad@juno.com

www.SaintAugustineAcademy.com
March 2, 2012 Blessed Charles the Good
Board of Governors

President Thomas Q. Ellis Secretary Robert R. Orellana, Esq. Treasurer Michael C. Collins Members Abel Montiel Jeff Schuberg Louise Warnert Michael F. McLean, Ph.D.

Dear Families: On Tuesday we all were edified by Fr. Paul Donlans homily in which he explained the Gospel reading more clearly. He pointed out that when Jesus taught us to pray, giving us the Lords Prayer, he follows it with a commentary the first of countless commentaries on the Our Father. Of the seven petitions, what does the Lord choose to comment upon? Which one did Jesus hold as worthy of extra attention, as that important? Only the petition with regard to forgiveness: 14 For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you; 15 but if you do not forgive others, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses. [Matthew, Chapter 6] So, Father continues, we must take this admonition very seriously. Especially during Lent a perfect time to focus on tuning up our spiritual life. We must forgive! We need to dig deep into ourselves, into our hearts and find that little black book of grudges, resentments, etc. Whom am I holding something against? Whom am I resenting? Whom am I not forgiving? And begin at home! Charity always begins at home. A resentment perhaps, an unforgiveness toward your father or mother, for sibling older or younger, a teacher, a coach, what have you. Give it up! GIVE IT UP!! It is not worthwhile carrying it around with you, (destroying you, ) inside the soul. You do not want to have that. That is something you want to be delivered from. Deliver us from the evil of unforgiveness! Deliver us from the evil of resentment! And, so it is with us. Though Father was speaking principally to the children, recall that we are ALL children of God. Father is also speaking to me and you with respect to our children, our co-workers, our friends and spouses. So, speaking of giving up things for Lent, let us do as Father and Jesus teach, and give it up!

Headmaster Michael J. Van Hecke, M.Ed.

Board of Advisors Mr. John W. Blewett Wanderer Forum Foundation Hon. Jeremiah Denton Former U.S. Senator Mr. Nicholas J. Healy, Jr. President Ave Maria University Dr. Ronald P. McArthur Co-founder Thomas Aquinas College Mr. Roy S. Rohter, S.F.O. Founder St. Augustine Academy Fr. Michael Scanlan, T.O.R. Chancellor Franciscan University Mr. James Stenson Educator and Author

Bless the Lord for Benefactors! Almost $10,000 of stock arrived in our brokerage account this week unannounced! God is good, and SO ARE OUR BENEFACTORS!

CALENDAR NOTES: Mar. 9th End of 3rd Quarter Family Concert and Dance 7:30 11:30 PM - see flyer th Mar. 10 High Schools CULTURAL NIGHT OUT (We will work on carpools this week) March 15th The IDES of MARCH..Classical Day 2012. National Latin Exam (Latin students in grades 8-12) th Mar. 16 3rd Qtr. Report Cards Sent Home March 25th -28th WCEA/WASC Visiting Team Visitation Days.

Error on March Calendar: Ignore WASC visit note on March 15th.

CLASSICAL DAY 2012 Toga-workshops schedule! Next week, 2:454:00ish , daily. DIRECTORY NOTE: No Home Phone any longer another land-line-less family: Patti Kaiser 805-320-7573 Ken Kaiser 805-850-8151 FAMILY CONCERT and DANCE Friday Night, March 9th. See Flyer! Cape Breton Fiddler! Doors open at 7 pm for those with pre-purchased tickets. Doors open at 7:15 pm for those buying tickets at the door. If you want pre-seating for the concert portion of the evening, it is recommended that you purchase tickets ahead of time. You can do so by sending a check ($10/ticket made out to Debbie Harvey) to: Debbie Harvey - 376 Citadel Avenue, Ventura, CA 93003 CULTURAL NIGHT OUT Our annual night of high culture for the high school students is this coming Saturday, March 10th. We will meet for a nice dinner and then attend the Symphony to hear one of the great overtures of all time, Rossinis Barber of Seville. Korngold and Beethoven round out the evening. YEARBOOKS NOW FOR SALE (Flyer).BUY TODAY it is LOVELY! Full color, Hard cover, and FUN. luecks9@msn.com or call 300-0175. WCEA/WASC - Focus on Learning Document has been completed and mailed. Two copies of the book will be in the Front School Hall should you want to come in and peruse. Mr. Voogd will also put the final document on the website. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Mrs. Alva has volunteered to head up the Hospitality Team for the Accreditation visit. Please call Mrs. Alva or email her to let her know you can help. Three members will be here from Sunday through Wednesday, the last week of March. Basketball Season WINDING DOWN! Please come out and cheer on our student athletes. High School Boys: Big final Win last weekend! Now Playoffs. Sunday, March 4th at 11:45 AM. Ventura High School Tuttle Gym [Next game Tuesday, details unknowncheck website on Tuesday.] Middle School Boys: Next Game: (Congrats on the first win in 4 years!) Mon. Mar. 5th, v. Our Lady of the Assumption (AWAY) 3:30 PM. Middle School Girls: Next Game: Tues. Mar.6th, v. Our Lady of the Assumption (AWAY) 3:30 PM.

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and not foundyet. We hope you can help find it Red Jansport Backpack with a Physics book and a blue binder. Contact the office.

Ora Pro Nobis: For Mrs. Angel Castillo (Pilars mom who is battling her cancer.) For the Alva childrens great grandmother who is in her last hours. For the soul of Antje Curphey who died this week in a tragic accident, and for her daughter, Richena, who is recovering. For the repose of the soul of Dan Miranda, Sam Alvizs uncle. For Mary Ellis, great-grandmother of Andrew, Liam, Seth, & Caitriona who is 90 years old and was just diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. For Gloria Magana, Michael Montiels grandmother, who is having heart troubles. Also for John Hernandez, grandfather to the Enriquezs, Galvans, and Olveras. For Rosie Grimm. For Mr. Van Heckes cousins soul, Jim Miller, who died recently. For Mr. Ed Mills, grandfather of Julie, who is still ill. Let us remember to pray for one another. For a special intention. For all who are suffering illness in the school. For Mario Antignani, Jim Stehly, and Anita Ramirez. Finally, remember to pray for our country, our soldiers, and for all priests and religious, especially our Archbishop Jose Gomez and our Holy Father, Benedict.

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GOLF-A-THON 2012
February 21, 2012 Dear St. Augustine Family, Thank you for taking time to learn about helping the school by promoting advertising in our Golf-A-Thon program. Every family probably knows a few potential advertisers. These could be acquaintances or businesses that you frequent. Maybe the advertisers in your parishs Sunday church bulletin? Dont be afraid to ask, and remember, advertising dollars will go toward your fundraising requirement.

Why should a business consider advertising? 1. 2. 3. Great exposure for the business in our Golf-A-Thon program Advertisers will also be acknowledged on our school website They are helping our wonderful students and school!

How this works: 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. The Golf-A-Thon is April 23, 2012. We are selling space in the event program for business card advertising. The cost is $150 per business card ad. You fill out the form and attach the business card and check. Turn into the office by Monday, April 2nd. Businesses can also mail the form and check directly to the school, but make sure you put your name on the form so you get credit. Advertisers will receive a thank you letter by mail.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact me at 805.302.3125 or email me at pnp@slaga.com. Regards, Peter Slaga

[LETTER AND FORMS WILL BE ON THE EMAILed BLUE LETTER]