Where Tradition Meets Innovation Transitional Kindergarten through 8th Grade

2017-2018 School Year | October 17, 2017

Principal's Message

“Lord, Christ, help us to see what it is that joins us together, not what separates us.” Dear Families, Once again, thank you for your generosity for the drive to help the victims of the North Bay fires. Here is a link to an article that shows how all of Alameda stepped up to help those in need. This Friday, the SLC is hosting a Free Dress day for the victims of the Hurricane. Please provide a minimum donation of $5, and then your child may have free dress. All proceeds will benefit catholic schools in the dioceses of Houston, Miami and Puerto Rico. See the Hurricane Harvey Fundraiser flier in today's family envelope. Network schools: Please find the attached letter from Bishop Barber detailing the establishment of the new Lumen Christi Academies. This represents a new model for Catholic education. Picture Retakes: Reminder that tomorrow is Picture Retake day. Please return your original photo package to the office by 8:00am. Let your child's teacher know as soon as possible, if your child needs a retake. Students must wear a white SPN polo shirt and the blue uniform sweatshirt or sweater. Parent Resource: Check out a great resource that talks about current issues affecting our children such as social media, phones, technology and gaming - childmind.org.

NGSS : Next Generation Science Standards: Our fifth grade class just completed a unit on engineering as part of the new NGSS standards. Working in teams, the students designed, created and presented a board game to be played. The fourth graders came to visit and try out the various games. Scouts Raise The Flag: The 7th grade Girl Scouts will be leading the flag ceremony tomorrow during the morning Prayer and Pledge on Wednesday, October 18. All scouts (boys and girls) are encouraged to come to school in their scout uniforms.

Dine & Donate @ Tomatina: Gather your friends and family tomorrow night at Tomatina and help PTG raise money for SPN. Bring this flyer with you and give it to your server. Parish Ministry: Anyone interested in becoming part of the Welcome the Stranger ministry, there will be a all-deanery meeting on Wednesday night. See details below. WHEN: Wednesday, October 18, 2017, 7:00 to 8:00 pm WHERE: St. Joseph Learning Center, 1910 San Antonio (in school yard)   Some benefits of participating In Welcome the Stranger Ministry Meet and work with other Catholics. Feel true connection with your faith community. Grow in understanding and care for another culture.

Parish Ministry: Anyone interested in becoming part of the Welcome the Stranger ministry, there will be a all-deanery meeting on Wednesday night. See details below. WHEN: Wednesday, October 18, 2017, 7:00 to 8:00 pm WHERE: St. Joseph Learning Center, 1910 San Antonio (in school yard)   Some benefits of participating In Welcome the Stranger Ministry Meet and work with other Catholics. Feel true connection with your faith community. Grow in understanding and care for another culture.

Halloween Parade: When: Tuesday, October 31 What: Halloween Parade, immediately following the morning Prayer and Pledge. All students come in costumes. Please be mindful that we are a TK through 8th school when shopping for costumes. If dresses are too short, please make sure your child wears tights or leggings underneath. Costume make-up will be allowed. Please leave "weapons" at home. Parents are welcome to stay for the parade. PTG will be selling coffee that morning.

I look forward to seeing all of you here tonight at the Harry Potter STEAM Night ! Peace and blessings for a great week, Jessica Murray Principal

Calendar OCTOBER 17 - Harry Potter Family Night 18 - Picture Retake/Makeup Day 19 - 4th Grade & K Fieldtrip 20 - Hurricane Relief Fundraiser/$5 Free Dress 21 - Alumni Dinner 23 - 8th Grade Tour BOD 25 - Parent Ed Night

What: Family BINGO Night, $15/adult and $8/child When: Friday, October 27 th , 2017 6:30pm, Monsignor O’Brien Hall All are welcome to join us for an evening of family fun, a delicious pasta dinner, and BINGO!  Costumes are optional, and every child is guaranteed a prize.   Complete the reservation slip provided in today's Family Envelope! Return to the school or parish office by October 24th.

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