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ST. PHILIP PAGES AND BLOGS
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Principal Notes
Dear Parents,
Welcome back! It was fun to see our student's sleepy but happy faces this morning. The nice long Christmas break was wonderful but it's nice to be back with our students too.
My grandmother passed away on January 5. She was just a month or so shy of 106 years old. The last few months had been difficult for her and we knew her time was near but death is shocking to the human spirit. We want those we love to be with us forever. I am grateful for my Catholic faith which allows me to trust that my grandma is with our Lord in heaven.
My grandmother was a strong presence in my life. She was the fun one, the one who took us on little day trips and out for special treats. I am one of ten children and a special treat with grandma was a big deal. She was also a teacher and I spent many summer days helping her to set up her classroom. She inspired me to want to teach because I honestly thought that setting up a classroom was the best possible way to spend a summer day. I loved her dearly and I'm sad at her passing but I'm happy to know she is with her husband, her son, and all of those who passed before her. I know that I will see her again.
Here at St. Philip the Apostle School we are fostering in our students the gift of faith that will, hopefully, profoundly impact their lives. Our faith allows us to grieve and also rejoice in eternal life at the same time. This month we celebrate Catholic education during Catholic Schools Week, January 29 to February 2. During this week we will have some fun spirit days but also participate in activities that celebrate our faith. St. Philip the Apostle School only exists because of our faith. It is good to remember that we are a Catholic school. We are excited to celebrate this during Catholic School Week.
Happy New Year!
May 2018 be a year of strong faith and peace.
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JAN 10, WEDNESDAY
Sibling Application priority deadline
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JAN 15, MONDAY
No School - Martin Luther King Jr. Day
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JAN 26, FRIDAY
Spirit Shirt Day
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JAN 28, SUNDAY
Open House
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FEB 1, THURSDAY
Application priority deadline
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FEB 2, FRIDAY
Gift Gathering Party
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| TO DOWNLOAD ALL THE FORMS AND FLYERS TOGETHER, PLEASE CLICK HERE. |
| PARENT HANDBOOK REMINDERS |
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Dismissal After School
Kindergarten through fifth grades are dismissed at 3:00 pm (2:00 p.m. every Monday.) Junior High students are dismissed at 3:10 p.m. (2:00 p.m. every Monday) Junior High parents or carpools are asked not to arrive until 3:10 to pick up. Younger siblings will be supervised until the 3:10 Junior High pick-up time. Any child not picked up by 3:20, 2:20 on Mondays will be signed in to Falcon's Nest and parents will be charged. No student may wait on the street or nearby corners for pickup. This is a matter of safety.
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B BASKETBALL STARTING DATES - NEW DATES!
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Due to rain, the B tryouts have been moved to the following new dates:
Boy's Tryouts
Wed 1/17 3:45 - 4:45 PM
Girl's Tryouts
Tue 1/16 3:45 - 4:45 PM
We will see you there Falcons!
Any parents who are interested in helping coach please contact Coach Weatherall at
[email protected].
We are still in need of coaches!
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Ordering for February opens on Wednesday 1/10.
Go to
www.boonli.com
and use the school password falcon174. Emergency lunches are available for $5. They consist of crackers, cheese, salad, fruit, and drink.
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SIBLING APPLICATIONS FOR ADMISSION
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The priority deadline for sibling applications is this Wednesday, Jan. 10.
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MRS. SIMONE'S DANCE CLASS
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Want to learn to dance to some of the best new songs? Join Mrs. Simone's Dance Class! Read the
flyer for more information.
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EARLY PICK UP BY A NON-PARENT
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Students that are going to be picked up during the school day by someone other than a parent will need a written note from a parent, that includes the date and signature of a parent. No student will be released to anyone unless a release is verified in writing by the parent. The staff may ask for identification if the staff does not know the person. The Car Pool list is only used for after school pick up and Emergency Cards are used only when your child is sick or injured or in case of earthquake or another emergency.
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SERVICE HOURS- QUESTIONS ANSWERED!
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If you have questions about service hours, please email Amy Miller at
[email protected]
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1 -
Period 1 is now over. If your hours are are not turned in yet, you will be
getting a bill from Dianne. If you have problems to resolve, contact Amy Miller via email or phone (626.345.1424) ASAP.
2 -
As a reminder, the hours totals needed for the year (for regular hours plans) are:
36 school hours, 4 fest, 2 DDA, 4 parish.
Overages for school events (DDA and FEST) will count toward school hours but will remain in the fall fest category.
Parish hours are separate and overages DO NOT roll over to school hours.
KNOW YOUR GUIDELINES! All service hours rules/info can be found on the school website (NOT PORTAL). Log into the school website, the link is on the left side of the page.
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If you have an error with a submission on your account, please DO NOT resubmit it. Contact Amy Miller at the email above to make the correction.
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Box Tops collection is still going on! See the Flyer today!
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COLLECTING USED EYEGLASSES
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If you get new glasses remember to turn in your old pair to the office. We collect for the Lions Club!
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We are excited to prepare for PTO's Jog a Thon & Health Fair coming in the new year! Please note both events will be held onFriday, February 23, 2018. We look forward to a fun day with our Falcons! Further information and volunteer opportunities to come....
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Happy New Year!
December Scrip Sales were AMAZING! Our families purchased a total of 8,208 gift cards of which 6,986 were either ScripNow! or reloads. Many of you are close to meeting your rebate minimum of $150 or have exceeded it. Way to go!
Did you know...
Buying Scrip Can Reduce Your Tuition:
For Scrip purchases above your $150.00 rebate, 50% above will go towards your general fee reduction at the end of the year. Many families take advantage of this opportunity and pay little or no general fees in June!
For Example:
If you earn $200.00 in scrip rebates, $150.00 + $25.00 goes to the school,
and $25.00 is applied towards your General Fees. The more rebates you earn, the lower your general fees can be at the end of the school year.
*No cash or scrip value and must be redeemed by June 2018.
*Does not apply to graduating, non-returning families.
Maite Ramirez
Volunteer Scrip Coordinator
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SERVICE HOUR OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteer Requirements must stay current! Are yours? Send an email to Kathy Andric [email protected] to check!
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Do you have an hour to spare on weekdays? Do you want to know if a shift opens up? The school kitchen needs help even if you can't work the full 2.5 hours. If you want to be included in the email list of parents who might be available, please email Rez Bitanga
[email protected]
so she can let you know.
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| GIRL SCOUT FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE |
January 26, 2018 in Holy Angel Hall
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See the flyer today for more information.
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Parents and children are invited the Children's Rosary after school on Mondays. Contact Miriam Ayon at
(626) 255-6868
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| PRAY THE ROSARY THURSDAY MORNINGS |
| PASADENA SOUTHWEST LITTLE LEAGUE |
| US YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE |
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Registration now open for Youth Volleyball to be held next April.
Visit the website to find out more - usyvl.org. Discount available for sign-ups by 12/15/17.
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REFLECTION OF THE WEEK
"When you look at your life,
the greatest happinesses are family happinesses."
~Joyce Brothers
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Registration now open for Youth Volleyball to be held next April.
Visit the website to find out more - usyvl.org. Discount available for sign-ups by 12/15/17.
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