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May 17, 2013 at 10:48 am “When will the children arrive?” Excitement and anticipation filled the sun-soaked Fontbonne Courtyard as Community Service Corps members awaited the arrival of our special guests for this year’s Carnival. Indeed, the event did not disappoint with a bounty of creativity and spirit; delighting approximately 60 DePaul School K-2 students. From face-painting to wagon rides, lemonade to water ice, bowling and fishing, yummy cotton candy and popcorn, and a very popular attraction: Photo Bomb Booth! Without a doubt, a wonderful day, culminating a year of loving service to dear neighbors all around.
CSC Carnival Delights dear neighbors!
“When will the children arrive?” Excitement and anticipation filled the sun-soaked Fontbonne Courtyard as Community Service Corps members awaited the arrival of our special guests for this year’s Carnival. Indeed, the event did not disappoint with a bounty of creativity and spirit; delighting approximately 60 DePaul School K-2 students. From face-painting to wagon rides, lemonade to water ice, bowling and fishing, yummy cotton candy and popcorn, and a very popular attraction: Photo Bomb Booth! Without a doubt, a wonderful day, culminating a year of loving service to dear neighbors all around.
Norwood Fontbonne
May 16, 2013 at 2:45 pm Mrs. Canuso and her 2nd graders welcomed parents to Italy today with an informative presentation on all things Italian! Students chose their specific topic, researched facts about their topic, and wrote their papers. Following their presentations, they escorted their guests throughout the classroom to view Venetian mosaic samples, Il Carnivale masks, volcanoes, Italian flags, Roman inventions, and other Italian objects created by the students. In addition to delicious foods, we can also thank the Romans for shopping malls! A lovely spread of homemade pizzelles, antipasti, bread, cheeses, and fruit topped off the event. Buon appetito!
Benvenuti Italia!
Mrs. Canuso and her 2nd graders welcomed parents to Italy today with an informative presentation on all things Italian! Students chose their specific topic, researched facts about their topic, and wrote their papers. Following their presentations, they escorted their guests throughout the classroom to view Venetian mosaic samples, Il Carnivale masks, volcanoes, Italian flags, Roman inventions, and other Italian objects created by the students. In addition to delicious foods, we can also thank the Romans for shopping malls! A lovely spread of homemade pizzelles, antipasti, bread, cheeses, and fruit topped off the event. Buon appetito!
Norwood Fontbonne
May 15, 2013 at 1:50 pm Clad in Sunday best, NFA’s 5 year-old young ladies and gentlemen gathered for a white tablecloth luncheon in the Commons Dining Room. Displaying the utmost of grace and courtesy, they shared polite conversation while sipping from stemmed glassware, and dining on a tasty menu of lemon chicken, whipped potatoes, and green beans. The children concluded their special luncheon with music and dancing. This annual celebration brings our 5 year-olds all together as they culminate their years in the “Houses” and look forward to their new classrooms in the Fontbonne building this fall.
Etiquette and manners on display
Clad in Sunday best, NFA’s 5 year-old young ladies and gentlemen gathered for a white tablecloth luncheon in the Commons Dining Room. Displaying the utmost of grace and courtesy, they shared polite conversation while sipping from stemmed glassware, and dining on a tasty menu of lemon chicken, whipped potatoes, and green beans. The children concluded their special luncheon with music and dancing. This annual celebration brings our 5 year-olds all together as they culminate their years in the “Houses” and look forward to their new classrooms in the Fontbonne building this fall.
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May 15, 2013 at 1:32 pm Former NFA teacher, Edward McKenna, passed away on Monday. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family. May he rest peacefully in the arms of God.
EDWARD JOSEPH McKENNA's Obituary on Philadelphia Inquirer & Philadelphia Daily News
Read the Obituary and view the Guest Book, leave condolences or send flowers. | McKENNA EDWARD JOSEPH, 70, of Phila-delphia, died Monday, May 13, 2013, at the home of his dear sister in Mount Laurel NJ. Edward was an active member of the rowing community and had a passion for
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May 14, 2013 at 11:34 am This morning's candlelit ceremony celebrated members of the Class of 2013, as they were formally inducted into NFA’s Alumni Society. Guest speaker, Bill Murphy (’92), alum and member of NFA’s Advisory board, reminded the soon-to-be graduates, “to always remember and hold onto the love and education that you have received at NFA.” Congratulations and warm wishes to these ladies and gentlemen as they prepare for graduation on June 3.
Alumni Society grows!
This morning's candlelit ceremony celebrated members of the Class of 2013, as they were formally inducted into NFA’s Alumni Society. Guest speaker, Bill Murphy (’92), alum and member of NFA’s Advisory board, reminded the soon-to-be graduates, “to always remember and hold onto the love and education that you have received at NFA.” Congratulations and warm wishes to these ladies and gentlemen as they prepare for graduation on June 3.
Norwood Fontbonne
May 13, 2013 at 10:12 am We wish our 7th/8th grade Reading Olympics Team, “The Boo Radleys”, great success today as they head into competition at St. Joseph’s University. May they be rewarded for their hard work and preparation; and most importantly may they celebrate their love of reading!
Reading Olympics today!
We wish our 7th/8th grade Reading Olympics Team, “The Boo Radleys”, great success today as they head into competition at St. Joseph’s University. May they be rewarded for their hard work and preparation; and most importantly may they celebrate their love of reading!
Norwood Fontbonne
May 10, 2013 at 3:41 pm As we enter Mother’s Day weekend, let us celebrate and honor the gift and grace of motherhood. (thank you to Patti Murphy Dohn for inspiring this prayer)
We pray for young mothers, who give life and count their babies' toes and tend to their every need: May they be blessed with patience and tenderness to care for their families and themselves with great joy.
We pray for our own mothers and grandmothers who have nurtured and cared for us: May they continue to guide us in strong and gentle ways.
We remember and pray for mothers who are separated from their children because of war, poverty, or conflict: May they feel the loving embrace of our God who wipes every tear away.
We pray for the many women who are like mothers to us: who love us and feed us and care for us with motherly care and compassion. May they know of our gratitude and deep appreciation.
We remember mothers, grandmothers, and great-grandmothers who are no longer with us, but who live forever in our memory and nourish us with their love from Heaven. May our lives reflect their light and love always.
Thank you, God, for the gift of mothers. Amen.
Happy Mother's Day from NFA!
As we enter Mother’s Day weekend, let us celebrate and honor the gift and grace of motherhood. (thank you to Patti Murphy Dohn for inspiring this prayer)
We pray for young mothers, who give life and count their babies' toes and tend to their every need: May they be blessed with patience and tenderness to care for their families and themselves with great joy.
We pray for our own mothers and grandmothers who have nurtured and cared for us: May they continue to guide us in strong and gentle ways.
We remember and pray for mothers who are separated from their children because of war, poverty, or conflict: May they feel the loving embrace of our God who wipes every tear away.
We pray for the many women who are like mothers to us: who love us and feed us and care for us with motherly care and compassion. May they know of our gratitude and deep appreciation.
We remember mothers, grandmothers, and great-grandmothers who are no longer with us, but who live forever in our memory and nourish us with their love from Heaven. May our lives reflect their light and love always.
Thank you, God, for the gift of mothers. Amen.
Norwood Fontbonne
May 10, 2013 at 1:45 pm Thank you, Mrs. Cilio, for reminding us about how Box Tops can benefit our school.
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May 10, 2013 at 1:42 pm Heartfelt wishes go out to one of our teachers, Mrs. Annmarie Greenberg, who recently participated in the Sandy Sprint 5K to benefit Ovarian Cancer Research. Her team, "Mary Jo's Dragonflies" is in memory of her sister who lost her battle 3 years ago. She is joined by one of our students who also participated, as a team member of “Lisa’s Army”, in memory of his cousin who lost her battle last year at the age of 24. The purpose of the 5K is to bring awareness to ovarian cancer, to support women impacted by this disease, and to build a supportive community.
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May 9, 2013 at 1:53 pm Norwood Fontbonne shared an album: Ascension Thursday Liturgy.
Ascension Thursday Liturgy
“This is the day that Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it!” A joyous celebration this day, as NFA students, staff, parents, and friends came together for our Ascension Thursday Liturgy. Fr. Mike McCue, our celebrant, proclaimed, “May God be blessed by how we live as loving people.” Our First Eucharist students shared their special song of Thanksgiving around the altar, and with bittersweet emotions, we commissioned our 8th graders as they prepare to graduate in less than a month. This special celebration reminds us that wherever we go, God is with us always, until the end of time.
Norwood Fontbonne
May 9, 2013 at 1:42 pm “This is the day that Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it!” A joyous celebration this day, as NFA students, staff, parents, and friends came together for our Ascension Thursday Liturgy. Fr. Mike McCue, our celebrant, proclaimed, “May God be blessed by how we live as loving people.” Our First Eucharist students shared their special song of Thanksgiving around the altar, and with bittersweet emotions, we commissioned our 8th graders as they prepare to graduate in less than a month. This special celebration reminds us that wherever we go, God is with us always, until the end of time.
Ascension Thursday Liturgy
“This is the day that Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it!” A joyous celebration this day, as NFA students, staff, parents, and friends came together for our Ascension Thursday Liturgy. Fr. Mike McCue, our celebrant, proclaimed, “May God be blessed by how we live as loving people.” Our First Eucharist students shared their special song of Thanksgiving around the altar, and with bittersweet emotions, we commissioned our 8th graders as they prepare to graduate in less than a month. This special celebration reminds us that wherever we go, God is with us always, until the end of time.
Norwood Fontbonne
May 8, 2013 at 11:52 am Critically acclaimed authors, Jacqueline Davies, Joe Schreiber, and Linda Urban, spent the afternoon with our third-sixth graders on Tuesday. Each captured the attention of students as they shared their love of reading, writing, and their path to writing children’s books. Students were particularly excited to meet Ms. Davies, author of The Lemonade War, which is required summer reading for rising fifth graders. Thank you to our Librarian, Ms. Shannon Craige, for arranging this inspiring opportunity for our young readers and writers!
Middle Mania welcomes authors!
Critically acclaimed authors, Jacqueline Davies, Joe Schreiber, and Linda Urban, spent the afternoon with our third-sixth graders on Tuesday. Each captured the attention of students as they shared their love of reading, writing, and their path to writing children’s books. Students were particularly excited to meet Ms. Davies, author of The Lemonade War, which is required summer reading for rising fifth graders. Thank you to our Librarian, Ms. Shannon Craige, for arranging this inspiring opportunity for our young readers and writers!
Norwood Fontbonne
May 8, 2013 at 11:07 am During National Nurses’ Week we remember the work of so many called to the ministry of care for others. In particular we remember and give thanks for our NFA nurse, Mrs. Linda Muller. We ask for a special blessing on her and pray that she knows of our gratitude and appreciation for all she does at NFA!
National Nurses' Week
During National Nurses’ Week we remember the work of so many called to the ministry of care for others. In particular we remember and give thanks for our NFA nurse, Mrs. Linda Muller. We ask for a special blessing on her and pray that she knows of our gratitude and appreciation for all she does at NFA!
Norwood Fontbonne
May 7, 2013 at 12:59 pm Our young musicians showcased their musical talent last evening at a very special Spring Concert. In between lovely piano recitals and an impressive performance by our band students, guests were treated to the debut of NFA’s violin program with a wonderful performance from 5 students on strings. Congratulations to all of our talented students who worked so hard to bring their music to our ears.
Spring Concert highlights NFA music program
Our young musicians showcased their musical talent last evening at a very special Spring Concert. In between lovely piano recitals and an impressive performance by our band students, guests were treated to the debut of NFA’s violin program with a wonderful performance from 5 students on strings. Congratulations to all of our talented students who worked so hard to bring their music to our ears.
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May 6, 2013 at 12:52 pm The Class of 2013 invites the NFA community to Pizza Bingo this Friday, 6:00pm, in the Fontbonne Commons. Pizza orders due by Wednesday, May 8. So convenient this year: order and pay online at NFA’s website--www.norwoodfontbonneacademy.org.
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May 6, 2013 at 11:05 am Thank you to our dedicated volunteers who staffed the NFA booth at the Chestnut Hill Home and Garden Festival on Sunday. Also, a shout out to the many families, friends, and alums that stopped by to say hello! It was a beautiful day on the Avenue and a perfect opportunity to be among dear neighbors!
Chestnut Hill Festival fun!
Thank you to our dedicated volunteers who staffed the NFA booth at the Chestnut Hill Home and Garden Festival on Sunday. Also, a shout out to the many families, friends, and alums that stopped by to say hello! It was a beautiful day on the Avenue and a perfect opportunity to be among dear neighbors!
Norwood Fontbonne
Wishing a safe and successful run for all of our Broad Street runners on this beautiful Sunday!
Norwood Fontbonne
May 3, 2013 at 12:01 pm Spirits were high as our 8th graders hosted their 1st grade buddies from Holy Name, Camden, on a beautiful, sunny Thursday. Crafts, games, lunch, and outside play filled their time together. This much anticipated annual Day of Service culminates many years of Service Learning for our 8th grade.
Holy Name visits NFA!
Spirits were high as our 8th graders hosted their 1st grade buddies from Holy Name, Camden, on a beautiful, sunny Thursday. Crafts, games, lunch, and outside play filled their time together. This much anticipated annual Day of Service culminates many years of Service Learning for our 8th grade.
Norwood Fontbonne
May 3, 2013 at 11:37 am Norwood Fontbonne shared Chestnut Hill Pa's photo.
See you at the Home and Garden Festival this Sunday!
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Today is a special day for our 8th graders, soon to be NFA graduates. They are gathered at the St. Raphaela Retreat Center for a day of reflection, prayer, camaraderie, song, and liturgy. Let us carry them in our thoughts and prayers throughout their Retreat day. May they know of our love and pride as they journey through the month of May leading to the great joy of Graduation. May God bless each with His presence and peace!
Norwood Fontbonne
May 2, 2013 at 12:52 pm Praying with and for our dear neighbors in the Archdiocese of Harrisburg as they mourn the sudden passing of their shepherd, Bishop Joseph P. McFadden.
Archbishop Charles J. Chaput
I was shocked and deeply saddened to learn of the sudden death of Bishop Joseph McFadden of the Diocese of Harrisburg. I am grateful that I had the opportunity to be with him over the last few days at the Annual Spring Meeting of the Pennsylvania Bishops and spend time in conversation with him.
Bishop McFadden was a native Philadelphian and this diocese was always close to his heart. He served the Church in Philadelphia as a faithful priest and auxiliary bishop. His love for the priesthood was evident in everything that he did. He worked diligently to promote vocations to the priesthood and advance the mission of Catholic education. Although he served as the Bishop of Harrisburg for only a short time, he effectively embraced the call of our former Holy Father, Pope Benedict XVI, to use new forms of media to proclaim the message of the Gospel. His service in our state capital was instrumental in fostering the teachings of the Church in the public square.
As all of us here Philadelphia mourn his loss. I extend the prayerful sympathy and condolences of the entire Church of Philadelphia to his family and many friends as well as the priests, religious and all the lay faithful of the diocese of Harrisburg. May God grant him the gift of eternal life, and give peace and consolation to all those who loved, admired, and respected him. In this Easter Season may we all find hope in the Resurrection of the Lord.
Norwood Fontbonne
May 2, 2013 at 11:27 am Looks like beautiful weather is planned for the 17th Annual Chestnut Hill Home & Garden Festival this Sunday, May 5, 11am-5pm. Come stroll Germantown Avenue and enjoy wonderful al fresco dining, lively music, arts, crafts, boutique shopping, amusement games and rides for the kiddies, and the like. NFA will have a booth at the corner of Southampton Ave. Stop by and visit us!
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May 2, 2013 at 10:30 am Dr. Bob Meyer of Chestnut Hill College and the Senior Corps of Environmental Volunteers for the City of Philadelphia hosted NFA 7th graders for "Pennsylvania Snapshot Day" this week. The students spent the morning taking a “snapshot” of the Wissahickon Valley Watershed for the PA Department of Environmental Protection. At various stations, scientific tests on the Wissahickon creek water were conducted and the meaning/impact of their findings were discussed. NFA thanks our hosts for this unique, valuable opportunity to apply classroom lessons while learning more about our local watershed and it’s importance to the environment.
Wissahickon Watershed ecology lessons
Dr. Bob Meyer of Chestnut Hill College and the Senior Corps of Environmental Volunteers for the City of Philadelphia hosted NFA 7th graders for "Pennsylvania Snapshot Day" this week. The students spent the morning taking a “snapshot” of the Wissahickon Valley Watershed for the PA Department of Environmental Protection. At various stations, scientific tests on the Wissahickon creek water were conducted and the meaning/impact of their findings were discussed. NFA thanks our hosts for this unique, valuable opportunity to apply classroom lessons while learning more about our local watershed and it’s importance to the environment.
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May 1, 2013 at 10:06 am Norwood Fontbonne added a new photo.
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May 1, 2013 at 9:57 am Big win for Boys Lacrosse against St. Helena’s yesterday!
