Grade 5 - Catholic Schools Week
Shea Ratynski
Winner
A Song About B.D.M.
(to the tune of Twinkle Twinkle)
Bishop, Bishop, Bishop Dunn
When I go there I have fun
They teach virtues isn’t that great
They are the best school in the state
Bishop, Bishop, Bishop Dunn
The teachers are nice; one is a nun
The children are kind they’re nice to me
Say “hello” and you will see
Bishop, Bishop, Bishop Dunn
Our principal is pretty rad
He is nice and doesn’t get mad
Bishop, Bishop, Bishop Dunn
Our school is loads of fun
They teach compassion
They do nothing wrong
That is why I wrote this song
Lily Snyder
Winner
When you think of school what do you think of? You probably think of teachers, students, books, pencils, and homework. When you think of Catholic schools what do you think of then? You think of all those same things I just mentioned, but one more thing. That one more thing is Jesus! Catholic schools are the only schools that have the ability to talk about God. That is what makes Catholic schools like Bishop Dunn so special. So now I will explain to you how Bishop Dunn to this day teaches a wide variety of students from educationally challenged to gifted individuals, regardless of their background.
The teachers who teach these children are not only teachers, but ministers as well. They minister to these children about God and how to fulfill their lives, dreams, and schoolwork by believing in God. These teachers or ministers not only teach and show love and kindness but equality, honesty, social responsibility, patriotism, and self-reliance. They also use Jesus and themselves everyday as role models towards the students in their actions and service towards others.
As I stated earlier Catholic Schools are so special because we have the ability to talk about God and be with God through our school day. He’s invited and always welcomed whether it be science or math class, gym, or recess. God is always welcomed and present. I feel bad for the student that feels that they cannot talk about God or show their love for him during their school day.
So in conclusion Catholic School, like Bishop Dunn, are a very special place to learn not only your academics but also your faith in God, yourself, and others.
Nicole Vazquez
Character
Supportive, Respectful
Living, Learning, Loving
Charity, Compassion, Patriotism, Hope
Encouraging, Cooperating, Assembling
Faith, Empathy
God
Talent
Gifted, Challenged
Writing, Remembering, Presenting
Competition, Honesty, Equality, Fairness
Accepting, Enriching, Honoring
Guide, Motivate
Jesus
Spirituality
Kindness, Caring
Striving, Reaching, Keeping
Unique, Individuality, Truth, Light
Praying, Receiving, Giving
Try, Accomplish
Holy
Family
Devotion, Promise
Strengthening, Helping, Teaching
Hug, Kiss, Day, Night
Cherishing, Spreading, Providing
Adored, Beautiful
Me
Dante Harris
Finalist
Bishop Dunn Memorial School founded in 1882, renews honesty and social responsibility. Our classrooms including teaching staff that uses multitudes. BDM fosters cooperation and a respectful relation to teach the nation. Encouragement, support that is what we have at this resort. We rely on parents as primary educators. Communication assures a smooth transition. Teachers practice their daily vocation. We give calendars, newsletters, and bi-quarterly reports. We challenge students to be proactive and spread their God given talents. At Bishop Dunn, we know fun, and we where rated number 1. Catholic schools have advantages, we can practice our religion. We can put up crosses to remind us of Christ. We can sing and praise the Lord. We can also pray every day. Catholic schools offer a lot of love and it comes from above. Catholic schools let you go to church during the day. Schools like Bishop Dunn are great. You learn to be reliable every once in a while. You unlock talents hidden inside. Public schools are not fools, they just have a different point of view in their eyes. They don’t realize where the loves comes from inside. That’s one of our advantages. In a Catholic school, you’ll come out better than a fool.
Sean McKay
Finalist
Catholic Schools
Taught social responsibility,
equlity,
honesty,
patriotism, and charity
We receive faith,
hope,
encouragement,
support,
empathy, and love.
Teachers care about us,
help us,
value all of us,
and make us shine no matter what.
Get to learn about Jesus,
God,
the Holy Spirit,
and all things holy.
No rules against praying in school.
We receive opportunities as far as music,
drama,
and sports.
We get to do,
individual,
and partner projects with our friend.
Meet different kids from smart,
to challenged,
from funny,
to nice.
All of us get along great.
I love every Catholic school!
Raymond Santiago
Finalist
Bishop, Bishop, Bishop Dunn
Everyday I see two grateful nuns
Everybody has a lot of encouragement
At this school we receive a lot of spiritual nourishment
We all get guidance from every teacher
And Mr. D. spreads kindness through the speakers
Bishop Dunn is full of patience and love
To get through the doors of my school I need no shove
If you never went to Bishop Dunn
Parents get going and bring your daughter or son
At this school you would learn so much
And this school has great lunch
The school has such great teachers
What keeps this school warm and happy is the heaters
Later on we have recess
Don’t worry your lunch box won’t get smashed to pieces
Now let’s get to the real stuff
At this school nobody is rough
We really like religious education
So try to resist bad temptation
We all learn social responsibility
And we just did a project on our family tree
Whenever we get a change we give to charity
In this word it’s a rarity
We all love to cooperate
And we all have a lucky Saint
Mrs. B. is an inspiration
And she has a lot of motivation
We all have fun and laugh and learn
There are special things that we can earn
So Bishop Dunn is the school for you so have fun and LEARN
Maggie Stillman
Finalist
Catholic Schools
Catholic School
teach love
and about the
heavens up
above. We
are taught to
be kind and
to use our mind. Each morning is
started in prayer so everyone knows
that God is there. We have fund and
we learn, God shows us the path
onto which we should turn. Everyone
here has
faith and
hope we also
go to mass
and listen
to the Pope.
The teachers
care there is
no doubt they
show us what
life is all about.
As you can
see we are
all a family.
Jessica Gonzalez-Wu
Finalist
Catholic Schools Week Song
Refrain:
Catholic schools – teach about God. Catholic schools – teach faith, hope, and love. Go join – in our Catholic family and share in our love.
Verse 1
In Catholic schools – you can learn about God. In Catholic schools – you can talk about him too. There is no need – to worry when you’re here. No need to! (Refrain)
Verse 2
The teachers here – are very sweet and kind. The teachers here – devote all their time to you. They make sure – you get the best. Yes they do. (Refrain)
Verse 3
The students here – are very, very smart. The students here – care with all their heart. They know – how to respect each other. Yes they do. (Refain)
Hannah Fleckenstein
Finalist
education
compassion, kindness
learning, writing, loving
nuns, teachers, principal, students
reading, praying, counting
Catholic, faith filled
Bishop Dunn
sports
yellow, blue
cheering, winning, losing
Mrs. Guneratne, teammates, basketball, soccer
scoring, dribbling, sweating,
white, blue
Mr. DelViscio
playground
red, white
playing, running, climbing
fun, Miss Long, Mrs. Green, outdoors
sliding, falling, relaxing
blue, yellow
children
Dylan Carmody
Finalist
Catholic Schools
Bishop Dunn
love, faith
teaching, respecting, rejoicing
teachers, students, Mrs. B., sisters
caring, sharing, praying
help, hope
Jesus
Catholic
belief, love
celebrating, caring, forgiving
Commandments, hearts, world, bishops
enjoying, living, listening
confidence, responsibility
God
God
faith, hope
all-knowing, loving, listening
Father, Son, Holy Spirit, Creator
praying, living, caring
grace, holiness
heaven
Eucharist
meal, sacrifice
loving, teaching, trusting
bread, wine, body, blood
enjoying, redeeming, sharing
memorial, king
Jesus
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