St. Isidore School Newsletter-March 21, 2018
Growing in Grace & Peace
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Integrity---St. Patrick---Volunteer Week A
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Dear St. Isidore Families,
LIVE LIFE IN FULL BLOOM
Yesterday was the official first day of spring. The spring season symbolizes a new beginning or a rebirth. The flowers and trees begin blooming again as the weather starts to slowly warm. Nature is one of God’s greatest gifts, and His presence can be felt deeply while we enjoy the beauty of it. Take time to enjoy the peace and serenity that can be found this time of year.
SIS SAFETY
Student safety is always a top priority at St. Isidore School. Last week’s Diocesan Staff Day gave us the opportunity to come together and discuss the current protocols and procedures we have in place. I addressed staff questions and feedback and went over possible emergency scenarios. Our Safety Committee has been formed; it is made up of parents with experience in emergency and medical situations, and they are planning to meet after the Easter break. We will continue to keep you apprised on any safety information.
TIME FOR A FISH FRY
Tomorrow is the last day to
purchase tickets
for Friday’s
Lenten Fish Fry
and Bingo! This family-friendly event will be held Friday, March 23 from 5:30–7:30 p.m. in the Cardelli Gym.
For all those March Madness fans, we will be streaming the Sweet 16 games live on the big screen!
Looking for PEP hours?
Volunteer
to help with set up, clean up, and kitchen prep the night of the event.
STUDENT OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to our new Students of the Month for March/April, Elena Paulino (fourth grade,
Miss Johnson’s class) and Gabrielle Navarro (sixth grade, Mrs. Lettire’s class). Faculty and staff nominate and vote on students based on the monthly Gospel Values. March’s value is “Integrity,” and April’s is “Hope.” Elena’s teacher says she works to include all her classmates and is helpful to everyone. Gabrielle’s teacher says she is always polite, kind, and respectful. We celebrate you both.
YOU’RE OFF TO GREAT PLACES
I am proud to announce that all our eighth graders who applied to De La Salle and Carondelet high schools have been accepted. They worked hard to prepare for the exam, and I am confident that an exceptional educational and spiritual journey lies ahead of them. We are blessed to live in an area that offers many wonderful high school options for our children. Wherever they end up, I know that the foundation they received at SIS will serve them well. They are amazing children, and they will do amazing things!
KIDS AGAINST HUNGER
I am excited that SIS is once again participating in
Kids Against Hunge
r
. The Kids Against Hunger organization aims to significantly reduce the number of hungry children in America and to feed starving children throughout the world.
On
Monday, March 26,
SIS students will participate by helping package meals for the poor and hungry in the Philippine
.
TK through first grade students will witness the meal making and decorate the packaging bags. Second through eighth grade students will each have an opportunity to make packaged meals during the school day. We are asking
each student to donate $5
to help cover the cost of food and packaging.
Donations are requested by tomorrow, Thursday, March 22
. Need PEP hours?
Click here
to volunteer.
REGISTRATION & FACTS
The registration due date has now passed, and parents who have not registered their students and have not sent an email to Mrs. Ward will have to pay an additional late fee. Your student’s place at school is now in jeopardy. We are starting to release unregistered children’s spots in the classroom to those on the waitlist and chomping at the bit to get in. If you need assistance with registration or if you have any questions, please contact Peggy Hawke at
phawke@stisidore.org
.
GOLF
We are happy to report that we will have a golf tournament next year on September 17
th
at Diablo Country Club. This event will not be a fundraiser. We are working out the details, but we wanted you to mark your calendars.
Please take special note that your
2018–2019 Facts Tuition agreement
is in today’s family envelope. I ask that you sign the form and
return it to school tomorrow
. I know this is a busy time of year and there is lots to do, but your diligence in completing the paperwork for next school year is very much appreciated. We will have the annual report and new tuition schedule to you in the coming weeks.
God bless,
Maria Ward, Principal
St. Isidore School
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Friday, March 23
- All School Mass 8:10AM
Friday, March 23
- Fish Fry/Bingo 5:30PM-7:30PM
Thursday, March 29
- Holy Thursday
12PM Dismissal
Friday, March 30-
Good Friday/Easter Break Begins
Monday, April 9
- School Resumes
Thursday, April 12-
April Birthdays Free Dress
Friday, April 13
- All School Mass 8:10AM
Tuesday, April 17
- Spring Photos
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Please pray for all those who are suffering from illnesses, especially the Vitzthum Family's uncle-Brad Goforth, Rita Edwards, the Helfer Family's grandmother- Mary Edna Helfer and Mrs. Bowes. May God keep them in His tender, loving care.
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PTG would also like to thank Jeanne Waizenegger and Andrea Theirs. We really appreciate all the extra hours of work you put into making this year’s auction successful.
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WELCOME TOAL FAMILY- Brian, Aynsley, Ellis, Celia and baby Blythe!
The Toals moved to California six years ago from Canada
.
Celia recently joined Miss Devine's 1st Grade. Celia is loving school and is excited to share the events of the day with her family.
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Twelve SIS Fifth graders represented Team Red-South in a Championship flag football game over the weekend. Congratulations on a well fought game boys! We are proud of the effort and determination you played with.
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We also congratulate the St Isidore's Fourth Grade Next Level Flag Football team on advancing to the championship game for the third time in four years taking home their second championship! Way to go!
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CONGRATULATIONS AVA CONTE!
Congratulations to Ava Conte, 7th grade for placing 3rd at the Contra Costa County Science and Engineering Fair held this past Saturday at Los Medanos College in Pittsburg. Great Job!
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Family Fish Fry and Bingo
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Don't miss this years Lenten
Family Fish Fry
and Bingo night on Friday, March 23rd from 5:30PM- 7:30PM in the Cardelli Center.
The Sweet 16 games will be streaming live on the big screen!
Click here
to purchase your tickets. Need Hours?
Click Here
to volunteer.
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On Thursday, March 29th from 10:30AM-11:30AM our Third and Sixth grade classes will be presenting the Stations of the Cross. Parents are welcome to join. Please check in at the office where we will connect you to a student led tour. Your guide will lead you around campus to each station. Please note that a tour will leave every 5
minutes.
The parish needs altar servers for the 10:45AM Easter Mass. Please contact the parish office at (925) 837-2122 if you are able to serve.
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We are excited once again to partner with Kids Against Hunger organization. Please see
attached flyer
for more information on the charity and on student participation. Need PEP hours?
Click here
to volunteer.
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Foundation Surf N' Turf Dinner
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Join us for the 2018
Foundation Surf 'N Turf
Dinner on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at Round Hill Country Club. Enjoy a Surf 'N Turf family style dinner and dancing with friends all while raising money for tuition for those families in need.
Click here
to register.
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Message from the Bookkeeper
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FACTS Tuition
In today’s family envelope you will be receiving a Facts Tuition Agreement Form for 2018-19 (a salmon colored form). Make any changes to your agreement directly on the form. If you have a new student coming in the fall, please write in the student’s name & the bookkeeper will add them to your existing agreement for you. The form also allows you to indicate your donation to Mind the Gap, if you choose to do so using FACTS. In mid-May, you will receive an e-mail from FACTS when your 2018-19 agreement is finalized & the new tuition rates have been added.
Please verify all information on this form, sign and return it to the office tomorrow
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Please direct any questions to our school bookkeeper, Melanie Fake, at 217-4038.
Tuition Assistance Applications
Tuition Assistance applications for students, in Grades 1-8, for the 2018-19 school year will be available on Thursday , March 22. These will be available on the school website & in the bookkeeper’s office. Please complete and return to the bookkeeper no later than
Friday, April 20, 2018.
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Have any pics of your student doing community service, from Catholic Schools Week, Altar Serving, Auction, Sip & Shop, Red Ribbon Week? Please send one picture of each category to
yearbook@stisidore.org
with a subject line of the event.
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What is Scrip? How does it benefit SIS?
Click Here
for information on Scrip.
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DLS Spring Break Basketball Camp
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DLS is offering a boys and girls spring break basketball camp for grades 3-9. The camp will run from April 2nd-April 5th. For more information
Click here.
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Want PEP hours for 2018-2019 school year!
Click here
to volunteer for Field Day, 6/7
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