SPN Weekly Newsletter #1

August 25, 2020

Lord, thank you for the unique gifts of every child

as they transition into a new school year. Fill each

student with fresh enthusiasm and a heart that is excited

to learn and grow. Cover them with your enduring love, give

them confidence and grace, and equip them with the ability

to persevere through trials. Bless their teachers with

wisdom, understanding, and a heart to serve, as they

embark on the journey together!

Amen

Principal's Message

Dear families,

Happy First Day of School!! As I arrived this morning, I was filled with apprehension for the start of this school year. However, when I entered the building, I could feel the positive energy. The teachers were dressed up and their excitement to meet their new students was abounding. The best part of the day was actually seeing each other, our students and the families!

Remember that the first few weeks of school are all about connection, establishing routines, and ironing out the kinks. We are in this together.

Daily Prayer: Every morning at 8:00a.m., we will send the daily prayer. Some classes will choose to watch this together, but this also represents an opportunity for you to gather as a family. Wednesday mornings, the SLC will host a longer morning prayer and announcements. This will be sent at 8:30a.m.

Ice Cream Social this Friday, Aug. 28th, at 6:00p.m.: Each family will receive an email with a class specific zoom ID and password for your class to join together virtually for our Annual Ice Cream Social. This year, our 8th grade students will lead fun activities through zoom. Plan on bringing your ice cream to the zoom session and to have fun connecting with your class.

Back to School Week: Because we cannot meet in person for Back to School Night, we have staggered the presentations throughout the second week of school. Attending these meetings is mandatory. Here is the link for the opening general session with the principal on Monday, August 31st at 7pm: Zoom link, Meeting ID: 870 1442 6613 Passcode: 773609. Please see flier below with the schedule.

Volunteer Opportunity: If you are looking for ways to fulfill your volunteer hours, we need admin support for our school nurse. Please email Mrs. Schmitz at jschmitz@csdo.org if you want more information. Thank you!

M.U.S.E. Band: Is back! Please see flyer below for details on the M.U.S.E. Band program for students this year.

We are so grateful for our community! Here are some fun photos of the beginning of 2020-21!

Peace and blessings,

Jessica Murray

Principal

Back to School Event

Saint Philip Neri

Back to School Week

August 31 - September 3, 2020

Parent attendance is required for the general session and

applicable grade level presentations. For grade sessions

please use your standard class zoom information

which can be found on your class schedule.

Monday, August 31st: General session - Principal’s address 7:00pm -7:30pm

Zoom link, Meeting ID: 870 1442 6613 Passcode: 773609

Tuesday, September 1st: Grades 1-3: 7:00pm - 7:20pm

Wednesday, September 2nd: Grades 4-5 7pm - 7:20pm

Thursday, September 3rd: Middle School 7pm - 7:30pm

Teachers will send a video covering their schedule, curriculum, class expectations, etc. prior to their grade session. Please watch the teacher video before attending the live, virtual Back to School Week session.