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Dear St. Serra Catholic Parents,
One of the commitments I made when I joined the St. Serra school community was to ensure that our school continues to grow in our mission of living the Catholic Faith. Catholic Identity and Academic Excellence are the two foundational pillars of St. Serra.
Last week's Sunday news focused on our recent test scores and how well St. Serra students are doing. We are committed to continuing to support our students in realizing their academic potential through excellent curriculum and instructional strategies. Students’ continued academic growth will be achieved, in part, by ensuring that we stay abreast of instructional best practices, a goal that will be addressed through the Professional Development days scheduled throughout the school year.
Catholic Identity is central to the work we do here at St. Serra. It informs all we do. We are always looking for opportunities to nurture the Catholic Identity of the St. Serra community. We have partnered with our four pastors--Father Angleos from St. Kilian Church, who also serves as our Rector, Father Duy from Solano Church, Father Michael from Holy Trinity Church, and Father Thomas from Santiago de Compostela Church--to provide our students with as many faith-filled opportunities at school as possible. Please take this opportunity to review what we accomplished last school year and what we intend to implement this school year.
Always Striving,
Tim Tolzda
Sr. Principal
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MONDAY,
SEPTEMBER 20
First Mass of the School Year,
10:30 a.m. (Formal Uniform for Students Grades 1-8) Join virtually, see article below.
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
Minimum Day Dismissal (Preschool-Grade 2 at 11:30 a.m. & Grades 3-8 at 12:10 p.m.)
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FRIDAY,
SEPTEMBER 24
Spirit Shirt Friday
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
Concert on the Green, 4-7 p.m., St. Serra Field
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First Mass of the School Year Tomorrow, September 20 |
There will be a collection at Mass for the Missionary Childhood Association, we encourage you to send your student to school with at least $0.50 to $1 to help those in need. Also, join us virtually on Monday, September 20 at 10:30 a.m. for our First School Mass of the Year. To view the livestreamed Mass, please see instructions below. Your FACTS username and password is required to view.
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Calendar Clarification for Friday, October 15, Parent-Teacher Conferences |
School is not in session on Friday, October 15, and ONLY students in grades 3-8 that have their Parent-Teacher Conference scheduled on this day, need to come to campus with their parent(s) at their scheduled conference time. There is no Extended Care offered on this day.
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STAR Testing (Grades 1-8) |
Students in Grades 1-8 have completed the STAR Math test this past week. Students will now take the STAR Reading this week, September 20-24. |
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Attention 4th and 5th Graders! Do you enjoy reading? Do you enjoy trivia challenges? Then Battle of the Books is for you! |
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Calling Singers, Grades 1-4! |
First and second grade students can join the Tiny Trebles Choir, which meets 1:55-2:35 p.m. on Tuesdays (first graders) and Thursdays (second graders) in the PEB Music Room A-219. Students in grades three and four can join Serra Singers who meets Tuesdays (third graders) and Thursdays (fourth graders) from 7:10-7:45 a.m also in room A-219. |
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Yard Supervision Volunteers Needed |
Yard Duty is in search of volunteers for the following areas: Lunch Table - 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Choice Lunch - 10:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Kindergarten - 11 a.m. to 1 p.m, and Morning Recess - 9 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.. Contact Rosie at rchavez@serraschool.org.
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Ralph’s rebates for quarter ending August 31, 2021 are due by Friday, October 4, 2021. Click here for instructions. Questions? Contact rebate@serraschool.org.
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Student Symptom Decision Tree |
Please see updated Student Symptom Decision Tree document last updated on August 27. |
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Substitute Teachers Needed |
St. Serra is looking for substitute teachers in all grades, TK through Grade 8. Requirements: teaching credential (desired), bachelor's degree and some teaching experience. Interested? Contact Elise Trent at etrent@serraschool.org.
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Choicelunch Order Deadline Update |
Due to supply chain difficulties, Choicelunch has updated their order deadline policy to a 3-day advanced ordering deadline. The full menu will now be available until noon, 3-days in advance of the lunch service date. Late orders are limited to regular-sized hot entrees, on a first-come first- served basis. The $1.00 late ordering fee is still being waived. See table on the left for help with planning your lunch orders. |
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Flag Football & Girls Volleyball Registration Forms Due Tomorrow! |
Attention St. Serra Flag Football and Girls Volleyball Players, registration forms are due tomorrow Monday, September 20, 2021.
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Save the Date: Student Picture Days |
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Tuesday, October 5: Grades 1-3, 4A and 4B
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Wednesday, October 6: Grades 5-7, 4C and 4D
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Thursday, October 7: 8th Grade Graduation Individual Photos and a group shot
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Monday, October 11: Preschool (M/W/F), TK, and Make-Up Pictures for Students and Staff
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Tuesday, October 12: Preschool (T/Th), Kindergarten and Make-Up Pictures for Students and Staff
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Lower School Music Update |
Attention 3rd and 4th Graders: Please be sure to purchase your recorder from the Serra Spirit Store for use in music class this week. |
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We are excited to offer the Serra Band program after school this year with Mrs. Taylor, our upper grades Music Teacher. It’s an exciting time and those participating will be commemorated as founding members of the Serra Band program. Serra Band will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school from 2:45 to 3:30 p.m. in the Music Room. |
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Serranade Choir for Grades 5-8 |
Students in Grades 5-8 can join the Serranade Choir! Rehearsals will be Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 7:10-7:40 a.m. All rehearsals will be held in the SCLC Performance Room. |
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26th Annual Golf Classic Registration is Open! |
Join us for a fun-filled day on the course, where your support and participation will help further our mission of providing a strong Catholic education to the students of our community — the leaders of tomorrow! |
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Moment in Time for Moms Book Club Starts October 5 |
Join us for our Fall 2021 Book Study! Sessions meet on Tuesdays from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. on the following dates: October 5, 12, 19 and 26, November 2 and 9. Location: The Narthex of the St. Serra Chapel |
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Family FUNraiser, October 6 |
Save the Date for our next Family FUNraiser on Wednesday, October 6 at The Stand in Rancho Santa Margarita! A percentage of the proceeds will benefit our school! |
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Earn Cash for St. Serra with Box Tops for Education! |
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St. Serra Social Club - Tennis Social |
Join us for the first Serra Social Event of the school year on Friday, October 8 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Coto de Caza Golf & Tennis Club. This event will include snacks and beverages for all participants. Fee: $50 per person with limited spots. |
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