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St. Isidore School Newsletter
October 18, 2017
Growing in Grace & Peace
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Peace---St. Francis of Assisi---Volunteer Week A
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Dear St. Isidore Families,
Support, love and compassion were evident on campus last week as our community rallied around those affected by the horrible fires in Napa and its surrounding cities. As a school, we raised over $3,500 and over $1,000 in gift cards. We were able to donate our proceeds to a charity that matched our efforts! We continue to pray and support those in need. Please see the Red Ribbon Week activity schedule for our next opportunity to support these victims.
Progress Reports:
Progress reports will be sent home today for grades TK-3, while fourth grade and up will receive a PowerSchool signoff sheet indicating that you have reviewed your child’s grades on PowerSchool. Second grade and above will also receive your child’s initial Star test. This test was taken during the first few weeks of school and is taken several times throughout the year. Teachers use the information to guide instruction. Please remember this is a snapshot and may not be the best indicator of your child’s ability. Seventh and eighth grades students will also receive the results of the IOWA test. This is used for eligibility for the John Hopkins Student Talent search, which allows students the chance to take the PSAT.
Spread the News:
Word of Mouth is the number one way that prospective parents find out about our AMAZING school! Please help us spread the word to neighbors and friends about our upcoming TK-8 Information Meeting this Friday, October 20th, at 9:30am! We can’t wait to show new families how special St. Isidore School is. If they are not able to attend, please have them call the school office to schedule a tour with Jill Tripaldi, our admissions director.
Disaster Drill
:
Our Bi-Annual Emergency Disaster Drill will take place Wednesday, October 25th, at 12:45pm.
Remember photo ID is required and students will only be released to those authorized on their emergency forms. No changes will be made to the Emergency Forms on the day of the drill.
- 12:45pm T – Z
- 1:15pm N – S
- 1:45pm H – M
- 2:15pm A – G
All students not picked up by 2:45 will be escorted to Kids Konnection.
Please see the Red Ribbon Week section below for the attire required for our drill.
Challenge Success Update:
Childhood stress has increased significantly in the past few decades. It is our jobs as educators and parents to help children learn to identify and cope with the stress found in today’s fast-moving world. Navigating stress and its nuances requires ongoing communication between parents, educators, and students to understand each situation and make the best possible decisions that support balance, growth, and overall well-being for kids.
This focus is at the core of the Challenge Success mission: helping schools, families, and communities reduce
unhealthy
forms of stress for students, and promoting positive practices and research-based support strategies. When we work together, our children and teens do more than cope – they thrive.
Halloween Fun:
The excitement of Halloween is in the air! Please take into consideration the ages of our student body. Costumes should not be too scary, gross, or violent. It is common for children to decide on a group costume or costume theme, and it is important that they are inclusive to all who would like to join. Please join us for our school Halloween parade in the courtyard, at 11:15am – dismissal is at 12:00pm. There will be no afternoon Kids Konnection. The following day, November 1st, school will start at 9:00am. Kids Konnection will be available at 7:00am. Students will attend mass and all schedules will be adjusted appropriately.
Student Safety:
Student Safety is always a top priority at SIS. We encourage parents to talk to their students about safe practices while walking to and from school:
- Do not talk to strangers, even if they know your name.
- Always walk directly to and from school using the same path every day.
- Always walk or ride your bike with a group of friends.
- Run directly to school or home if you are approached by a stranger.
- Immediately notify a school official or parent.
Sincerely,
Maria Ward, Principal
St. Isidore School
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Let's pray for all those who are suffering from illnesses and especially the Mullin family who's uncle went to Heaven last week.
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- Red Ribbon Week starts Monday, October 23rd. See agenda below.
- Emergency Disaster Drill will be Wednesday, October 25th. Start time is 12:45PM.
- St. Isidore Church is coordinating a blood drive with the American Red Cross on Friday, October 27th from 12:30PM-6:30PM. Sponsor Code: Danville. Click Here for info.
- The Halloween parade will take place on Halloween at 11:15AM. Kids Connection will be closed in the afternoon on Halloween.
- Wednesday, November 1st school will start at 9AM. Kids Konnection will be open at 7:00AM if needed. All Saints Day Mass will be at 12:10PM.
- Choice Lunch now offers Jamba Juice on Tuesdays & Thursdays. For information on how to order Click Here.
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- Wednesday, October 18- Progress Reports go home
- Thursday, October 19- Hearing Test for New Students & K,2,5,8 Cancelled & will reschedule at a later date.
- Friday, October 20- Grade 6,7,8 Liturgy at 8:10AM
- Friday, October 20- Meeting for New Interested Families TK-8th 9:30AM
- Monday, October 23-27 Red Ribbon Week/8th grade at Caritas
- Wednesday, October 25- Emergency Disaster Drill 12:45PM
- Tuesday, October 31- Halloween Parade at 11:15AM
- Tuesday, October 31- 12:00PM Dismissal. No afternoon KK
- Tuesday, October 31-Book Fair Begins
- Wednesday, November 1- School start time 9:00AM. KK will open at 7:00AM
- Wednesday, November 1- All school mass at 12:10PM in honor of All Saints Day
- Friday, November 3- Book Fair Family Event 3-5PM
- Tuesday, November 7- Book Fair Dad's Breakfast 6:45-7:50AM
- Wednesday, November 8- Veteran's Day Ceremony 10AM
- Friday, November 10- No School in honor of Veteran's Day
- Tuesday, November 14- 1st Reconciliation Miss Landry's class 7PM in church
- Wednesday, November 15- 1st Reconciliation Mrs. Bobich's class 7PM in church
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This year our school theme is:
“WE CAN make Good Choices! Be Strong, Be True, Be You!"
Monday, 10/23:
Red Ribbon Kick Off!
Tuesday, 10/24:
We have Spirit!
Students wear their
CLASS COLOR T-SHIRT
with uniform bottoms if they bring in
TWO
CANS
of colorful food.
Class Shirt Colors:
TK & Kindergarten:
PINK
1
st
Grade
: RED
2
nd
Grade
: YELLOW
3
rd
Grade:
ORANGE
4
th
Grade:
GREEN
5
th
Grade:
BLUE
6
th
Grade:
PURPLE
7
th
Grade:
BLACK
Office
: STRIPES
Wednesday, 10/25:
We are Unique! Wear something wacky! Students can wear their favorite
Wacky Shirts, Wacky Socks, Wacky Hair
with their uniform bottoms if they bring in
TWO CANS
of hearty soup!
WE CAN DO IT! Special Schedule to do Disaster Drill.
Thursday, 10/26:
We are Team!
Students can wear their favorite
SPORTS TEAM SHIRT/JERSEY
with their uniform bottoms for
TWO CANS of tuna or chicken!
Friday, 10/27:
We love one another!
Students can wear red shirts, red socks, and red shoes with jeans for a $1.00 or more donation to support
those affected by the North Bay fires.
We will wrap up the week with a Spirit Rally in the Gym at 1:50.
After the rally, we will go back to the classrooms and parents will pick up from the classroom. NO carpool.
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Give-Back-Days!
PIZZA ANTICA
Thursday, October 19th, 2017
Please support St. Isidore School at
Pizza Antica in downtown Danville!
On Thursday October 19, Pizza Antica will be donating 15% of food and alcohol sales sold to members of the St. Isidore community. Please alert your server you are from St. Isidore when you dine here for lunch or dinner so we receive this generous benefit! Hope to see you there!
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Please click on the link below to take a look at volunteer opportunities for this school year. It truly takes a village to make all of our events occur and run smoothly. Thank you in advance for your consideration in signing up to help with one of our amazing fundraisers!
YARD DUTY NEEDED!
Volunteer for yard duty and show our teachers your appreciation for all they do by volunteering once a month for 1 hour. Sign up NOW!!!
Please
Click Here
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The BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE SWEET!
When we say we would really appreciate your MIND THE GAP Donation – We Mean It!
See you at the afternoon pickup on Thursday 10/19; the first lucky 100 St. Isidore families will receive a little something sweet – so keep a look out and ENJOY!
HOW SWEET IT IS TO GIVE….
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School Sponsorship Opportunities!
When you purchase a St. Isidore sponsorship package, your money goes right to what matters, our children and our teachers. Your contributions support our students and faculty and strengthen the entire St. Isidore community. We truly appreciate you and your support. If you have questions please contact Rory Motas at
(925) 837-2977 Ext. 7217 or sponsorship@stisidore.org.
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2nd Annual Mother & Son Boo-wling Party
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Last Chance to sign up is TODAY! Don’t Delay!
St. Isidore School's 2nd Annual Mother & Son Boo-wling Party will be held on Sunday, October 22 from 2PM-4PM at Diablo Valley Bowl. Mother/Son ticket price is $85. The ticket price for an additional son is $15. Ticket price includes bowling, shoes, pizza, drinks, dessert & photo booth. Costumes encouraged but optional! Space is limited so don't wait to purchase! It will be SPOOKTACULAR!
Click Here
to purchase.
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‘Twas the Night before Book Fair
Oh DEER! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Are you planning to take your fawns to the North Pole Express on November 3, from 3-5 pm? They will want to take s’
elf
’ies, sample the treats, earn free dress passes, and enjoy the finest selection of books at the North Pole and beyond!
Click Here
to catch a ride to our
North Pole Express
!
It’s time for Papa Elf and his little elvies to mingle and jingle at our
Dad’s Breakfast
, held this year at Claus’ Café (i.e., the Bensen Center) on Tuesday, November 7, from 6:45 -7:50 am. Don’t be a Grinch! Finish off those Book Fair Wish lists and select a book for your teacher’s classroom library. After all, ‘tis the season to be reading! Make it a breakfast to remember.
Click Here
to see our flyer.
Book Fair is on
SignUpGenius
and still has LOTS of openings to help out and get on Santa’s Nice List!
Click Here
for the opportunities.
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SIS Veteran's Day Ceremony will take place on Wednesday, November 8th at 10:00AM. If you know a Veteran who would like to attend please complete and return the RSVP form in your family envelope or contact the school office at 837-2977.
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Meet the Mullin Family - John, Barbara & Grant!
The Mullin Family moved from Ripon to Danville so their son Grant could attend St. Isidore School. They wanted Grant to receive an excellent education in a loving environment. Grant loves school and is in 1
st
grade, Mrs. Hutchinson’s class. The family is enjoying the fun social events the school offers. Barbara & John feel so blessed to be part of such a wonderful school and welcoming church family!
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Help Support Student Leadership by purchasing a BOO for a friend or neighbor! Student Leadership will be selling Boo's on Thursday, October 19th at 7:30AM. Happy Halloween!
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SIS After School Spanish Program
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After School Spanish Program for grades K-3 with Señora Gutierrez!
Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:50PM-3:50PM. The program will run from October-May. Classes will focus on oral language development, culturally based activities, music and FUN! For more information
Click Here
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Do you like art? Enjoy graphic design?
We are looking for students to help make labels for the waste bins you see around school! The four winners will get to design and create the label in Makerspace!
Grades 1-2 and 5-6 can enter labels for RECYCLING.
Grades 3-4 and 7-8 can enter labels for COMPOST.
All labels are due by 11/5. Winners announced on 11/8.
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Charolette Wood presents SCREENAGERS on Thursday, October 19th at 7PM.
Award-winning SCREENAGERS probes into the vulnerable corners of family life, including the director's own, and depicts messy struggles, over social media, video games, academics and internet addiction. Through surprising insights from authors and brain scientists solutions emerge on how we can empower kids to best navigate the digital world. Middle School and high school students are allowed and encouraged to attend. The event is FREE, but please sign up to reserve your by
Clicking Here.
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Scrip News...
We are more than halfway through October and just starting to feel the change of seasons and the beginning of the holidays.
Decorating your home for the holidays can be fun and uplifting when you shop for the latest trends at Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma, Crate & Barrel, and Home Goods. While you are shifting gears into Autumn, pack your summer treasures away in those smart containers from The Container Store.
Thank you St. Isidore families for your amazing response to those in need. All the Scrip purchases made for the North Bay Fire Victims have been combined with last week's free-dress fundraiser. We will continue to collect donations for the fire victims this week so it's not too late.
Also, did you know that we collect donations for the Soup Kitchen on the Scrip form? Since the holidays are coming, please consider giving to the Soup Kitchen. A small donation of $5 added to your Scrip order can help feed 1000 at the Contra Costa Loaves and Fishes Kitchens.
Thank you for all your Support!!!
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Please check this section regularly for classroom/event volunteer opportunities. This week is volunteer week A.
To volunteer on campus you must have your
FINGERPRINTS
and
SAFE ENVIRONMENT CERTIFICATE
on file in the office. We will be checking our database for clearance regularly.
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