Hello Friends,

I know that there is much consternation concerning the upcoming Celebration of Catholic Education on April 10^th at the First Niagara Center.  So please allow me a brief moment to address some of the concerns. 

1.      As with any field trip, the ultimate decision as to whether a child attends or not rests with the parents.  You have to determine if the educational benefit that would be gained by this Diocese of Buffalo sponsored field trip is worth your child’s attendance or the day would be more productive if they were to attend regular classes.

2.      Yes, if you elect for your child to not attend the field trip DeSales Catholic School will be open for a normal school day.  As with any regular school day, attendance is expected at school that day.

3.      One of the most pressing conversations that I have heard is about the Liability and Medical release that is listed on the permission slip.  These are not specifically listed on the new slip as a specific result of this particular field trip, but a part of the new mandatory permission slip that we have been directed by the Diocese of Buffalo to use.    

I hope that helps to answer some of the questions that are floating around among everyone.  However, if I have not helped with this, or if you have more questions, please do not hesitate to give me a call.

Peace,
Scott