April 25, 2008

"Human rights are grounded and shaped by the transcendent nature of the person, which permits men and women to pursue their journey of faith and their search for God in this world. Recognition of this dimension must be strengthened if we are to sustain humanity's hope for a better world and if we are to create the conditions for peace, development, cooperation, and guarantee of rights for future generations."

--Pope Benedict XVI, Papal Address to the United Nations , 4.18.08

• Prayer Intentions:
• Angie Dominguez, paternal grandmother of Gabriela ('13), who is now in Hospice Care.
• NO 7:15 a.m. Mass this morning
• Dress Uniform: Today for the All School Mass
• Early Dismissal: Today at 12:20 p.m.
• Today's Special Schedule:
• 8:00 - 8:30 Block One White
• 8:40 - 10:10 All School Mass (Haddad Gym)
• 10:15 - 11:15 Block Three White
• 11:20 - 12:20 Block Four White
• All School Mass: This morning at 8:40 a.m. in the Haddad Gym with Msgr. Strickland as celebrant
• TAPPS State Tennis Meet: Today and tomorrow. TKG senior Corey Cruz is seeded fifth in men's singles.
• Regional HS Baseball Playoffs: Begin today with TKG Crusaders at Argyle Liberty Christian at 7:00 p.m.
• Greet and Meet with Dr. LeBlanc, Incoming President of TCSS: Tomorrow, Saturday, April 26, 2008 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Cathedral Center.
• TAPPS Regional Track Meet: Congratulations to the Lady Crusaders which placed first at the TAPPS North Regional Track Meet yesterday. The Boys team placed fourth in a field of ten teams. Complete meet results attached. Results are also at http://www.athletic.net/TrackAndField/MeetResults.aspx?Meet=44890
• Current 6th Grade Athletics Parent Meeting: Tuesday, April 29th at 6:00 p.m. in the cafeteria.
• Athletic Physicals: Free athletic physicals provided by Trinity Mother Frances will be held Saturday, May 3rd at Health Park Plaza on Highway 110 near 5th Street. Gorman student-athletes will be seen beginning at 12:30 p.m. Physical packets need to be picked up in the school office and returned by Wednesday, April 30th. Directions to Health Park Plaza are included in the packet.
• 2008-2009 High School Christian Service: Mr. Reuter will be introducing the High School Christian Service Program to all 8th grade students during their Theology Block on Monday and Tuesday, April 28 and 29. On Tuesday evening, April 29 at 6:00 pm a parent meeting is scheduled in the Library. Any 8th grade parent who would like additional information on the program is invited to attend.
• Looking Ahead to Next Week:
• Blood Drive: Monday, August 28, 2008 Stewart Regional Blood Center will be on campus.
• Fifth Six Weeks Middle School Honors Convocation: Friday, May 2, 2008 at 8:15 in Haddad Gym.
• First Friday Eucharistic Adoration: Friday, May 2, 2008 in the Gorman chapel.
• TAPPS State Track Meet: May 2-3, 2008 in Waco.
• PSIA State Meet: Saturday, May 3, 2008 in Ft. Worth.
• Engineering & Aviation Summer Program: Saint Louis University, a Catholic Jesuit University located in Saint Louis, MO sponsors the Parks Summer Academy . The Summer Academy is a week-long camp bringing together engineering, aviation and technology experts who will work with students in Parks' state-of-the-art facilities. The goal is to introduce current high school juniors ("rising seniors") to the latest technology and career opportunities in an enjoyable atmosphere. The camp runs from June 15-20 at a cost of $800. Participation in the Summer Academy is limited to high school students who will graduate in 2009 with a "B" average or better. Slots fill up on a first come, first serve basis to qualified applicants.
• Red Cross Swim Aide: The American Red Cross has volunteer opportunities for students age 12 or older to help teach children to swim. This program requires 8 hours of volunteer training and each swim camp is 16 hours long over a 2-week period. Contact David Anderson at Red Cross 903-581-7981 for more information.
• Blood Drive: Gorman is holding a blood drive on Monday, April 26, from 9-1 in the high school gym. Anyone age 17 or older may sign up to give blood. Students who are younger than 17 can sponsor an adult to give blood and enter the drawing for fun prizes including movie tickets. If you are interested in helping out the Gorman Blood Drive with a blood or prize donation, please contact Mrs. Manley .
• Banquets Venue Change: The Academic and Fine Arts as well as the MS and HS Sports Banquets will all be held in the Milam Joseph Center. See Gorman website for more information.
• 2009 PTO Auction "Off to the Races" Kickoff Party: Come and bring a friend to the 2008-09 PTO Auction "Off to the Races" Kick Off party: May 9, 2008 from 6 pm to 9 pm at the home of Tiffany and Robert Monaghan, 1606 Cold Water, Tyler . See attachment for details of the event and Auction Wish List.
• Volunteers Needed for the PTO Auction 2008-09 "Off to the Races": Two positions need to be filled immediately: Chair Person(s) or Co chairs for Live Auction and for Underwriting. Both Underwriting and Live Auction already have a secretary available to help with the paperwork and organization. Our chairs Kara Camp, Rachel Gregory and Kathryn Droder will be there to support and assist these chairpersons at all levels. If you would like to know more about these positions or you wish to volunteer in another auction area, please call Kathryn Droder 903-216-4343 or email kmdroder@suddenlink.net
• Senior Graduation Stoles: There is a senior class meeting this morning at 8:00am to discuss graduation issues. One of items for discussion is that of tradition of the stoles that seniors wear with their graduation gowns, which represent the colors of the college/university where they will study in the fall. The stoles have always been made by volunteer parents. Any parent interested in continuing this tradition by volunteering their time and talent to make the stoles are encouraged to contact Mrs. Manley by e-mail.