Dear Holy Name Families,
Sunday began the Season of Advent and the new calendar year of the Church and keep in our hearts and minds what the first week and the first candle on our Advent wreaths represents: HOPE.
Hope allows all of us to believe that something more is on the horizon. Hope makes us want to be better people. Hope helps us find a light when things may be dark and bleak. That glimmer...the flicker of hope...is our family, is our friends, is our God.
As we continue through the Season of Advent and the journey towards Christmas, let us all be that spark of light that brings hope to others. this can be done in so many different ways, through service, through talent, through respect, but most especially, through love. May you all be blessed this Advent and always.
--Mr. Miller, Principal
AMDG: Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam
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In Advent we rediscover the beauty of all being on a journey … across the paths of time
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~ Pope Francis
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December 3, 2019
It takes a lot of rain to make rainbows, more lemons to make a good lemonade, and sometimes it takes difficulties to make us stronger.
The storms in our lives prove the strength of our lives.
As we love, trust and depend on GOD, HE will give us strength to do the impossible.
Have a great days ahead! Be safe always!
-Fr. Arnold
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Save the Date!
The
Holy Name
Christmas Recital is
Thursday, December 12th at 6:00 pm
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CHRISTMAS EVE CHILDREN'S MASS
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Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd and 3rd grade children are invited to be a part of the Children's Christmas Eve Mass on December 24 at..
Please
click here
for a form for kindergarten/1st grade angels. Please
click here
for a form for 2nd/3rd grade shepherds.
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This weeks charity is Mama Rescue.
Mama Rescue aims to reduce the three principal delays that lead to 75% of maternal deaths: 1. The Delay in seeking care; 2. The Delay in accessing care; 3. The Delay in receiving appropriate care at the hospital. Mama Rescue is an automated, cloud-based platform that facilitates transport for mothers in labor and communication between health centers and hospitals. They have created a scalable, sustainable, and user-friendly system using existing infrastructure, such as simple mobile phones and mobile money systems.
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Attention: Please return the REUNIFICATION INFORMATION
if you have not yet done so. Please review and submit the
form as soon as possible. We need to know that you have been informed of our Reunification Drill on Wednesday, December 18. Please
click here
for another form.
The person picking up your child(ren) must be someone on the school Emergency card AND have a valid ID with them for the time of pickup!
Please note that there is
NO EXTENDED CARE
in this day. Please plan accordingly.
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Kindergarten Applications
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If your child is ready for kindergarten next fall,
please
click here
for the application and information.
APPLICATION DUE for standard acceptance:
Tuesday, January 21st, 2020
Group Testing Dates/Times:
- Wednesday, tomorrow, December 4th from 11am - 12pm (HN Preschool only)
- Friday, January 10th from 1pm - 2pm
- Saturday, January 11th: (choose 1 option: 10am - 11am; 11am - 12pm; 12pm - 1pm)
- Sunday, January 12th: (choose 1 option: 10am - 11am; 11am - 12pm; 12pm - 1pm)
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Would you be willing to participate in volunteering or providing blood for a HN Blood Drive?
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Yes, I would be interested in volunteering for a Blood Drive
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Yes, I would be interested in donating blood for a Blood Drive
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HOLY NAME is looking to see if we have enough participation from its families and surrounding community for a possible Blood Drive sponsored by the Church. Please complete the simple poll to help us determine if this can be a future event this school year. Thank you.
What do we all have in common that instantly connects us and gives us the power to do more? It’s the blood pulsing within each of us.
This amazing, ever-replenishing gift is truly a natural resource that, when shared, speeds healing and provides comfort to those who depend on it.
If you meet the basic eligibility requirements below, please add your name to the list of those who want to transform the lives of others.
• Must be at least 16 years old
• Weigh at least 110 pounds
• Be in good general health
If you have questions about your eligibility to give blood, please contact us at 877-258-4825 or visit vitalant.org/Donate/Donor-Eligibility
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CHRIST CHILD LAYETTE DRIVE
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During this Christmas season we are collecting donations for newborns. These donations will benefit mothers in need as they prepare for their newborn babies.
Unwrapped gifts can be dropped off at the Nativity table outside the 3rd grade classroom. Suggested donations include diapers, undershirts, baby wipes, onesies, receiving blankets, quilts, socks, or hats.
Your generosity is always appreciated.
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FATHER DAUGHTER DANCE PHOTO LINKS
If you did not get a chance to see the digital photos from the dance, here they are!
Thank you to all who attended!!
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TEACHER'S CLASSROOM WISH LIST
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Donations:
The Auction Committee is hard at work planning a sensational evening and we are asking for your help! Please help us by soliciting for donations of goods and services we can auction or raffle. Our goal is to have EVERY Holy Name Family bring in one (1) donated item per child. Incentives for donations include: free dress passes, invitation to popcorn and movie party, and a chance to win $250 CASH!!
Donation Forms can be found by clicking
HERE.
Auction Meeting:
Our next auction meeting is Tuesday (12/17) at 6:00 in the science room.
Questions?
Please contact Shannon Jarman or William Fung at: holynameauction@yahoo.com
Thank you for your support!
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BOYS' BASKETBALL SEASON BEGINS
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Go Panthers! Boys' basketball begins this weekend! Games being played in our gym are as follows:
Friday, December 6, 2019
6:00pm 7-9 vs OLM
7:00pm 7-4 vs St. Gabriel
8:00pm 8-8 vs Cathedral
Saturday, December 7, 2019
9:00am 6-7 vs Town School
10:00am 6-2 vs St. Peter Pacifica
11:00am 7-5 vs Gateway
12:00pm 8-6 vs Town School
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Are you an Amazon shopper? Remember, only purchases at
smile.amazon.com
(not www.amazon.com or the mobile app) support our charity. The School and Church use the same account name.
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We are searching for a parent who would be interested in being a co-chair along with the Parish for this year's Crab Fest! If interested, please contact the school Office! Thank you!
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All are welcome to Holy Name's Youth Ministry
Youth Ministry is a faith-based group focused on putting our values into action. Led by Sr. Cristina and Br. Gerry, we focus on empowerment, participation and growth. We generally meet on the 3rd Saturday of the month following the 5pm mass at the Pastoral Center, 1555 39th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122. All are welcome to join, and a light meal will be provided. Please bring your forms for service hours to each event.
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Dec 7th - the Youth Ministry and Altar Server Ministry will organize a Christmas party in the Flanagan Center from 6 to 9 PM. Your family members are welcome to attend; more details will be forthcoming.
Please RSVP by December 3rd and let us know how many people in your party are attending for planning purposes.
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Dec 14 - Youth Mass (Tri N) followed by YM Mtg - Topic - Advent Season; living a life of Christ.
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Jan 11 - Youth Mass followed by YM Mtg -- Topic - Living a Apostolic Life. Service project - Make 200 sandwiches for Saint Vincent de Paul Outreach Ministry.
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Schoolwide Learning Expectations
Holy Name Students are:
Christ-Like
Exhibit Christian values
Know Catholic teachings
Participate in liturgical celebrations
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RATE HOLY NAME SCHOOL!
Please take a moment to help market our school by rating us on
Great Schools
,
Google
,
Facebook
. Your positive feedback matters to those potential families who search schools on these sites.
Thank you for helping to spread the word about Holy Name School!
Please print out a copy of your submission and turn it into the main office for a free dress pass for your child.
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