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St. Bonaventure
Catholic School
Principal's Communication
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This is your source for school updates from Kim White, Principal. |
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Dear St. Bonaventure Catholic School Families,
It is truly a great week to be a SAINT! Our faculty and staff have returned, and we are so excited to welcome all of you back in one week! Here are some important updates as we prepare for September 8:
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In-person School Wavier (TK-6) - I received a phone call today from an Orange County Department of Health official informing me of our wavier's approval. Next, it goes to the state for their review and approval. Thus far, the state has approved all waivers recommended by Orange County. We expect to hear from them by Thursday, if not sooner. We are moving forward with faith and confidence in our reopening plans, which required no revisions by the OCHD.
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7th / 8th Grade Return to Campus - Last Friday, Governor Newsom announced changes to the county's reopening guidelines with more stringent criteria. However, we have a school board member monitoring this situation daily. It still looks promising for 7th/8th graders to return to campus very soon. Since we are "on hold" whether the 7th/8th graders will begin in person or remotely (for a short time), you will need to come to campus on Friday, September 4, between 10:00-12:00 pm to pick up their textbooks/materials and Chromebooks. A drive-thru system will be in front of the Junior High bathrooms. Please stay tuned for more info on this fluid situation.
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Blended Learning Teaching Model - This year, grades K-6 teachers will implement an exciting educational program referred to as "Blended Learning". Students within a classroom proceed through their academic day engaging in direct instruction, differentiated small group instruction, collaborative or independent practice, and directed or online activities. Teachers use tools and methods to make the students' learning experience more flexible, personalized, and lasting. This model affords teachers and students targeted teaching and learning opportunities while simultaneously providing multiple data points to help inform instructional practice. However, in a socially distanced learning environment, student cohorts stay stationary, and teachers and instructional aides rotate into the classrooms throughout the day. Studies show this proven methodology will focus on deeper learning, increase student motivation and engagement, encourage student autonomy, differentiate by meeting each student at their learning level, and appeal to each child's preferred learning modality. Click on this link to view an example of a school day - Blended Learning K-6.
Please be sure to review the updates. We are confident our plans will continue to provide our students with an academically excellent Christ-centered education in a safe school environment where each child can achieve their God-given potential.
With love and commitment,
Kim White, Principal
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New Carline Arrival & Dismissal |
SBS will be following all of the CDC recommendations for bringing the students back to campus safely (no large gatherings and parents can not come on campus). Therefore, the students will be arriving and dismissing via carlines in a very specific order. This will allow us to stagger the start times and perform a quick health screening each morning. Please review the attached maps for further clarification. You will also receive a phone call from the school later this week informing you of your line number and time. On Thursday's Coffee Zoom we will also review final plans in more detail. Remember, "We got this SBS!"
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Coffee with the Principals
Live updates with Q & A
Thursday, Sept. 3 at 9:30 am
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Virtual+ Program Overview
Please register for an overview of our Virtual+ program.
Thursday, Sept. 3 at 4:00 pm
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Due COVID large gathering restrictions, we are unable to have a traditional new student orientation. Therefore we have created personal grade level appointments for parents and students to "meet and greet" their teachers. We will follow social distancing practices and ask everyone to wear a mask. Student council members will meet the parents/students and escort them to their prospective classrooms. |
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Friday, September 4
10:00-12:00 pm
Virtual+ Returning Students
7th/8th Grade Students
Textbook/Chromebook Pick Up
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Drive-Thru pick up for textbooks/materials for all returning students who selected Virtual+ and 7th/8th grade students. New students will pick up textbooks/materials at their personal "meet & greet" appointments with their teachers.
*7th/8th graders - turn in summer math homework at textbook pick up.
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Please click the button below to sign up for your Yard Duty service. There are two options (Recess or Lunch). All volunteers must be fingerprinted and complete safe environment training. Please contact the front office with any questions.Thank you for your service to the students of St. Bonaventure School. |
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2020-2021 Updated
School Schedule
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Annual Giving Fund
"A Legacy of Excellence"
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Tuition alone does not cover the cost of providing a high quality education. The Annual Giving Fund helps bridge this gap thus providing the students with an affordable quality Catholic education.
- Your donation is tax deductible as permitted by law.
- Double your donation and ask your employer about corporate matching.
Please contact the Advancement Office at 714-846-2472 x115 or kmoore@stbonaventureschool.org for more information.
Tax ID# 95-2458929
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Mrs. Luciano has recently informed the school that she will be taking a break for the 2020-2021 school year to focus on her family. We have all grown accustomed to daily interactions with Mrs. Luciano and her vivid personality and her unwavering commitment to her students. In a conversation last week, she said, "Working at St. Bonaventure is my dream job where I get to spend each day practicing my faith and working with best friends." The school fully supports The Luciano family's decision. We know we will cross paths with Mrs. Luciano as a school parent, active parishioner, and friend. |
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St. Bonaventure Catholic School would like to offer a warm welcome to Mrs. Jojola as she joins our faculty in grade 2. Mrs. Jojola comes to us most recently from Christ Cathedral Academy, where she taught first grade. She received her Masters Degree in Education from Loyola Marymount University and is a math enthusiast and fluent in French. Mrs. Jojola has been a motivated Catholic Educator for 15 years, and will bring many gifts to our St. Bonaventure School community. Please be sure to say, "hi" when you see her and let her know it's always a great day to be a
Saint!
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Win $100 in SBS Spirit Wear! |
Be sure to share your 1st day photos by using the hashtags #SBSSaints and #itsagreatdaytobeasaint. One lucky winner will receive a $100 credit to the SBS Spirit Store! Go Saints! |
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Please be sure to check the school calendar for all updated dates and events or click here.
- Class lists will be posted on Friday, September 4 at 5:00 pm in your parent portal.
- TK & Kindergarten will have a late start (9:10 am) on September 8. This will help our youngest students navigate and adjust to the new carline arrival procedures.
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Choicelunch Program
Please click the button below to learn about our online lunch program.
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Extended Day Program
Please click on the button below to read the safety measures Extended Day is implementing to keep our students safe.
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