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	<description>Welcome to Saint Ann Catholic School</description>
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		<title>New After School Enrichment Programs</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sign up now!
 Registration Form for Mighty Mini Maestros (Pre-K &#8211; 2nd Grade)
Registration Form for Songwriting (3rd &#8211; 8th grades) 
 Information About Science Seed Program for Pre-K &#8211; 1st Grade
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<p><a href="http://stann.org/files/2012/01/MMMaestros.pdf" target="_blank"> Registration Form for Mighty Mini Maestros (Pre-K &#8211; 2nd Grade)</a></p>
<p><a href="http://stann.org/files/2012/01/Songwriting.pdf" target="_blank">Registration Form for Songwriting (3rd &#8211; 8th grades) </a></p>
<p><a href="http://stann.org/files/2012/01/The-Science-Seed-St.-Ann-Flyer-SPRING-2012.pdf" target="_blank"> Information About Science Seed Program for Pre-K &#8211; 1st Grade</a></p>
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		<title>8th Grader Places in National Essay Contest</title>
		<link>http://stann.org/blog/2011/12/01/8th-grader-places-in-national-essay-contest/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:02:15 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[St. Ann School 8th grader Catherine Green placed third in the nation in the 2011 Catholic Daughters of America Competition for her essay entitled “The Light Others Give to Me.” Last spring, Catherine won first place at the local level for her essay, which was a moving tribute to her grandmother. The essay went on [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>St. Ann School 8th grader Catherine Green placed third in the nation in the 2011 Catholic Daughters of America Competition for her essay entitled “The Light Others Give to Me.” Last spring, Catherine won first place at the local level for her essay, which was a moving tribute to her grandmother. The essay went on to receive a third place award at the national level.  Principal Mary Therrell recognized Catherine&#8217;s accomplishment at the school&#8217;s Thanksgiving mass and Grandparents&#8217; Day assembly on November 23, 2011.</p>
<p>Catherine wrote the essay as part of a Language Arts Enrichment class assignment.   The class, taught by Mrs. Leslie Healy, is a unique writing program offered to all students in grades three through eight at St. Ann School.  The class expands beyond students’ regular Language Arts classes, and seeks to enrich their writing in cross curricular essays, creative works such as poetry and plays, and homework and test assignments.</p>
<p>Congratulations to Catherine for her fine work!</p>
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		<title>St. Ann Named Blue Ribbon School</title>
		<link>http://stann.org/blog/2011/11/29/st-ann-named-blue-ribbon-school/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Nov 2011 15:54:04 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Principal Mary Therrell and preschool teacher Toni Marchese recently attended a ceremony to receive a plaque in recognition of the school&#8217;s designation as a 2011 Blue Ribbon School.
The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes public and non-public elementary, middle, and high schools where students achieve at very high levels and/or where the achievement gap in [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div id="attachment_3595" class="wp-caption alignright" style="width: 234px"><a href="http://stann.org/files/2011/11/BRS-photo.jpg"><img class="size-medium wp-image-3595" title="Blue Ribbon 2011 Award" src="http://stann.org/files/2011/11/BRS-photo-224x300.jpg" alt="Blue Ribbon 2011 Award" width="224" height="300" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">St. Ann Principal Mary Therrell (l.) and Preschool Director Toni Marchese (r.) receive the Blue Ribbon plaque for St. Ann School from Aba Kumi, the director of the Blue Ribbon Schools program for the Department of Education (c.).</p></div>
<p>Principal Mary Therrell and preschool teacher Toni Marchese recently attended a ceremony to receive a plaque in recognition of the school&#8217;s designation as a 2011 Blue Ribbon School.</p>
<p>The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes public and non-public elementary, middle, and high schools where students achieve at very high levels and/or where the achievement gap in narrowing. The Program sets a standard of excellence for all schools striving for the highest level of achievement. The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program is part of a larger U. S. Department of Education effort to identify and disseminate knowledge about best school leadership and teaching practices. Each year since 1982, the U.S. Department of Education has sought out schools where students attain and maintain high academic goals, including those that beat the odds.</p>
<p>St. Ann School applied for eligibility for the program under the &#8220;exemplary high performing schools&#8221; criteria.</p>
<p>Learn more about the <a href="http://www2.ed.gov/programs/nclbbrs/eligibility.html">Blue Ribbon Schools Program Criteria.</a></p>
<h4><strong>Mentions of St. Ann&#8217;s Blue Ribbon Designation</strong></h4>
<p><a href="http://encourageandteach.wordpress.com/2011/09/15/catholic-schools-in-northern-virginia-are-national-blue-ribbon-winners/">Diocesan Press Release</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.sungazette.net/arlington/news/st-ann-school-named-national-blue-ribbon-recipient/article_a9620ee6-e50a-11e0-b3bf-001cc4c002e0.html">Arlington Sun Gazette</a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.catholicherald.com/stories/St-Ann-St-Thomas-Aquinas-earn-Blue-Ribbon-award,16737?content_source=&amp;category_id=&amp;search_filter=Annandale&amp;event_mode=&amp;event_ts_from=&amp;list_type=&amp;order_by=&amp;order_sort=&amp;content_class=&amp;sub_type=stories&amp;town_id=">Catholic Herald</a></p>
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		<title>Prospective Families for the 2012-2013 School Year</title>
		<link>http://stann.org/blog/2011/11/28/prospective-families-for-the-2012-2013-school-year/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 28 Nov 2011 02:44:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Thank  you for your interest in our school. We hope you visit us to  learn  what makes us special — our community of teachers, faculty,  students,  parents and parishioners all support one another in our love  for Christ  and our dedication to a premier academic environment.
Families and students [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thank  you for your interest in our school. We hope you visit us to  learn  what makes us special — our community of teachers, faculty,  students,  parents and parishioners all support one another in our love  for Christ  and our dedication to a premier academic environment.</p>
<p>Families and students interested in learning more about Saint Ann  School are welcome to attend our Open Houses in January. You will be  able to tour the school, meet some of our staff and faculty, learn more  about our academic programs, and ask questions.</p>
<p>Sunday, January 29 10:30 am – 1 pm<br />
Tuesday, January 31 9:30 – 11:30 am</p>
<p><a href="http://stann.org/st-ann-families/prospective-families/prospective-families-request-information/">Request Information Online</a><br />
<a href="http://stann.org/st-ann-families/prospective-families/registration/">Admissions and Tuition Information</a><br />
<a href="http://stann.org/st-ann-families/prospective-families/pre-k-and-kindergarten-program/">Preschool and Kindergarten Programs</a><br />
<a href="http://stann.org/st-ann-families/prospective-families/grades-1-5/">Grades 1-8</a><br />
<a href="http://stann.org/st-ann-families/prospective-families/extended-day/">Extended Day</a><br />
<a href="http://stann.org/st-ann-families/prospective-families/science-at-saint-ann/">Science Curriculum</a><br />
<a href="../st-ann-families/prospective-families/measuring-success/">Measuring Success</a></p>
<p>St. Ann  School is Christ-centered and grounded in a traditional curriculum. We  believe in providing children with a strong foundation, then building on  that foundation so they are well prepared for their high school years  and beyond.</p>
<p>In addition to the core curriculum, our students all attend “special”  classes — Computer, Library, Spanish, Art and Physical Education. They  attend Enrichment Assemblies throughout the year and can choose to join  extracurricular activities, such as Battle of the Books, Band and CYO  Sports.</p>
<p>Call 703-525-7599 to schedule a tour or click <a href="../saint-ann-families/prospective-families/prospective-families-request-information/">here to submit</a> your contact information and we will get in touch with you soon.</p>
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		<title>Show St. Ann Spirit with Cool Gear</title>
		<link>http://stann.org/blog/2011/09/26/welcome-to-saint-ann-store/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 17:45:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are you looking for the perfect gift for your child or fan of St. Ann School?
Visit the St. Ann School Store to load up on the latest gear.
Portions of every sale benefit the school.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Are you looking for the perfect gift for your child or fan of St. Ann School?</p>
<p>Visit the <a href="http://saintanns.propellshops.com/index.php?main_page=index&amp;ts=1">St. Ann School Store</a> to load up on the latest gear.</p>
<p>Portions of every sale benefit the school.</p>
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		<title>Order Hot Lunches</title>
		<link>http://stann.org/blog/2011/09/26/hot-lunches-everyone/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 26 Sep 2011 12:51:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sign-ups are going online now for next month!
Orders are due by the 28th of each month prior (i.e. November 28 for December and December 28 for January).
Please, visit:
Hot Lunch Information Page  for more details on menus and how to order.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Sign-ups are going online now for next month!</strong></p>
<p>Orders are due by the 28th of each month prior (i.e. November 28 for December and December 28 for January).</p>
<p>Please, visit:<br />
<a href="http://stann.org/current-families/hot-lunch/">Hot Lunch Information Page </a> for more details on menus and how to order.</p>
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