Dec. 19, 2019
Christmas Greetings During this Christmas season, we wish you the joy and hope of our savior who was born on Christmas day. We thank you for sharing with us the gift of your children and for your support throughout the year. We hope you have a very merry Christmas, shared with family and friends.
An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger." Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, "Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests." Luke 2: 9 – 14
Bishop Dunne's 2019 Christmas card, featured above, was created by Areli Mejia '21. With warmest wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thomas Maj, President Mary Beth Marchiony, Principal GOOD TO KNOW Members of Bishop Dunne's Strings Orchestra perform at the Christmas Spectacular.
No tuition increases next school year! The Bishop Dunne Catholic School Board of Directors voted unanimously to freeze tuition for the 2020-2021 school year for both Middle School and High School.
Paul R. Wood retires It will be the end-of-an-era this month, as Bishop Dunne says goodbye to long time employee, faithful supporter and 1972 graduate, Paul R. Wood.
Mr. Wood first came to Bishop Dunne in the seventh grade, as a member of the boy's division, joining his brother, a freshman, and sister, a sophomore in the girl's division. A family tradition, all-in-all, the Wood family graduated six siblings from Bishop Dunne.
There will be a celebration of his service on Jan. 31, 2020, at 3:30 p.m. in the Bishop Dunne library. -more-
Bishop Dunne participates in the YMCA Texas Model United Nations Regional Conference YMCA Texas Model United Nations is a youth development program in which 6-12 grade students simulate the United Nations as member states who meet to to solve pressing global problems with the art of compromise and diplomacy.
The Texas Model UN Assembly is a three-day conference that creates a working replica of the United Nations, conducted almost entirely by students. Delegates can participate in a model General Assembly, Economic and Social Council, Security Council, Media Corps and more.
They had a great time and Marlowe Martensen (shown right) was awarded Best Delegate for her committee.
To purchase tickets to the baseball fundraiser, click here. What will the baseball fundraiser support? Mike Bacsik, Bishop Dunne parent and Fox Sports analyst for the Texas Rangers, is generously donating his time and efforts to help create a robust baseball program at Bishop Dunne, which will include a Middle School feeder program. The baseball fundraiser is open to any and all who are interested in creating such a program, and to help upgrade our facilities and grounds. We welcome all! -more-
Help the cheerleaders attend UCA Nationals!
It's not too late to enter the Alaskan cruise raffle! Raffle tickets for the Alaskan cruise are available through Friday, Jan. 31,. 2020. Tickets are $25 each or five for $100. Drawing will be held during Catholic Schools Week - Friday, Jan. 31 and will be live-streamed on Facebook. All rooms are ocean view cabins! Cruise sails roundtrip from Seattle, Wash., on June 13 and returns June 20 (airfare not included). If you would like to purchase raffle tickets, click here.
Important Business Office Updates - Tuition and Fees
Flu Season is here The Texas Department of health and Human Services reports widespread and increasing flu activity in our state. Please take time to do some illness prevention in your classroom.
Keep germs at bay!
ANNOUNCEMENTS It's almost SOFTBALL TIME!
Interested players, please meet in the gym at 4:30 p.m. and we will head to the weight room. Looking forward to seeing everyone!
This is the final Falconer of 2019 The next Falconer will be published Jan. 9, 2020. Please submit articles and information for that edition by 4:00 p.m., Monday, Jan. 6, 2020.
Speed Reading Flash Sale! Take advantage of this flash sale to register for a speed-reading course. BDCS families who register by Dec. 26 will receive a $200 discount. Click here to register. For more information, click here.
What is the Hospitality Committee?
Senior Retreat medicine forms The senior retreat is January 9-11, 2020. Please make sure to complete the appropriate medication administration form(s) and to send in the medication (s) that your child will be needing during the senior retreat. This applies to any scheduled or as needed medications. Please keep in mind that your child will be outside frequently and therefore might need their allergy medication or asthma rescue inhaler. Please turn in the completed form(s) and the medication(s) (in its original labeled container), to the front office or school clinic, no later than Tuesday January 7, 2020 by 3:00 p.m.
You can access the medications forms from from the Bishop Dunne Parent Portal page https://www.bdcs.org/parent-portal . The forms are located in the Clinic Forms tab under General Resources on the bottom left hand corner of the web-page. The medication forms are also attached. Administration of Prescription Medicine, OTC Form.
If your child already has medication in the clinic, you do not need to complete additional forms or send medication. Your child's medication will be sent on the retreat.
Middle School Standardized Testing Results
The 2019 Yearbooks are here! Books are $40 per copy and can be purchased from Mr. Beattie in room 304. Cash, check, or credit card payments will be accepted. To pay online, click here. REMINDERS Boys Volleyball Open Gym Open gym schedule 4:45 - 6:00 p.m.: Thursday, Jan. 9 Tuesday, Jan. 14 Thursday, Jan. 16 Tuesday, Jan. 21 Thursday, Jan. 21 Thursday, Jan. 23 Tuesday, Jan 28 Any boy in grade 8-12 is welcome to attend. If you are interested in playing but cannot make these practice times, text Heather Fira at 972-567-9486 as soon as possible.
High School and Middle School basketball skills development for girls and boys The schedule for the month of December is: Saturday - 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Sunday - 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. The class is led by Bishop Dunne girls varsity head coach, Von McDade, a former NBA second round pick of the New Jersey Nets.
Parents - did you know… You have the ability to receive information about your child's progress on a schedule you prefer, and have it delivered to your email inbox? Click here to get complete information on how to set up this feature.
St. Pius X Catholic School to hold Gatsby Gala If your are interested in attending the school's Gatsby Gala, discounted tickets are available for purchase before Dec. 20. Click here for more information.
Did you know you can receive reminders for school events? You can receive reminders from events on the school calendar to your email or your mobile phone. However, you may only receive reminders if you subscribe to the service. You may subscribe to receive updates for an individual event or set preferences for all events. Detailed instructions may be found here.
Did you know that Amazon Smile benefits Bishop Dunne? Did you know that each time you shop with Amazon, a portion of your spend can be awarded to Bishop Dunne? Simply login to your Amazon account using this link. Use the Amazon login credentials you always use and shop away! AmazonSmile does the rest! To verify your supporting BDCS, look for the school's name under the search bar!
St. Vincent de Paul Donation Box Bishop Dunne has a donation box on campus. It is located in the south parking lot by the recycling bins. The box accepts only gently used clothing and shoes items. If you have other items that you wish to donate, please schedule a donation pick up online. Inspired by Gospel values, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is an international organization made up of Catholic lay men and women, whose primary mission is to seek the face of Christ in the poor.
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