Each one is a blessing to this program bringing with them their talents and knowledge in ministering to our young people and making it work in all capacities.
Classes are from 9:00 am to 11:00 am
During 9:30 am Mass
O Lord,
You gave me a mind to think and learn.
You gave me a heart to love and care.
You gave me the freedom to choose between good and bad.
Bless me during this school year.
Help me always use your gifts in ways that will please you.
And most of all, Lord,
Remind me each day to tell you how much I love you.
In the name of Jesus.
AMEN
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION PROGRAM
School Year Classes begin September thru May
Class are every Saturday from 9-11 am.
Welcome students, teachers, parents and friends to the Religious Education school year.
It's going to be a year of new teachers, new friends and many new projects and new friend and learns more about their Catholic Faith.
Let us work together students and teachers to make this Religious Education School year successful and of course, fun.
The Religious Education Program holds each and everyone of its students and faculty to the highest standards of respect, dignity and morality. Any diversion from these measures compromising the integrity of this program will not be tolerated. Such actions will be dealt with swiftly and severely. Intolerable and unacceptable behavior will result in the ultimate retribution of expulsion from this program.
Reminder to Students
Class begins promptly at 9:00 a.m.
No cell phones in class. If a cell phone is brought to CCD it must be dropped off at the office before class and can be picked up after class. Also all skateboards must be brought to the office before class and picked up after.
No Candy or Gum allowed in the School building at anytime.
Homework should be completed, upon assignment by teacher.
Tardiness is unacceptable, any student tardy will have to stay double the time they are late. This is a security purpose, plus it’s a distraction to other students.
Reminders to Parents
Your child will need the following supplies this year.
Pencils/pens
1 spiral notebook
Loose-leaf paper
Pencil case
1 two-pocket folder
Bottle of glue
Scissors
Religious Ed Teachers
The religious education teachers are a very important part of the children’s learning experience. They work extremely hard each week preparing lesson plans and grading papers.
Statement of Catechetical Purpose
Our St. Rene Religious Education Program Celebrates God’s Presence among us by creating a Christian Educational Environment for Children who attend public school, primary grade through junior high.
Our Purpose is to Provide Sacramental Preparation for Students not only in grades second, and seventh and eighth, but for those who have fallen between the cracks.
By Working Together Parent/Guardian/Instructor, we can provide a Strong Foundation of Faith, and Prayer Life to guide them on their Journey of Life.
Catechist Formation
All catechists shall participate in on going formation in faith, catechetical training and education. Catechists are required to be working toward Archdiocesan Catechist Certification. They must have a sufficient knowledge of Roman Catholic doctrine and worship familiarity with scripture, ability to communicate and an understanding of developmental stages and learning styles.
The students are taught and encouraged to grow in their life of prayer. Please encourage your children to learn their prayers taught in class to aid in his/her spiritual life. Parents should also encourage their child/children to pray often. Prayer is said before or after each class.
Students are prepared for the Sacraments of Penance and First Communion Starting in the first grade and will receive the Sacraments in second grade. Students in the seventh and eighth grade will receive the Sacrament of Confirmation. Every other year the Bishop comes to our parish to administer the Sacrament
Religious Education CCD for 2011-2012
Our registration dates for the 2011 - 2012 school year are as follows (all dates are Saturdays), September 3, September 10 & September 17, 2011. Registration will take place from 9am to
12 noon in the breezeway of the Church. Tuition is to be paid in full. The cost will be $195.00 per child during the registration of August and September. After which late registration the tuition will go up to $210.00 per child.
Students receiving their First Holy Communion will need their Baptismal certificate.
Students receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation will need their Baptismal and Holy Communion Certificates. Classes resumes October 1st.
