August 15th ~ Newsletter
One Community One Family
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Dear Christ the Catholic School Community,
Today we celebrate the Assumption of Mary as a holy day of obligation, and a reminder of the blessings/mysteries of our faith. As faculty/staff, we have been fully engaged in meetings and preparations to begin another new school year. Please join us on the first day of school for our annual prayer service at 11:00am. We can’t wait to see you all return! :-)
Our theme this year is The Climb – Walking Each Other Home. Our quote this year that supports our theme is from Saint Ignatius of Loyola, “Those who carry God in their hearts bear heaven with them wherever they go.” As mentioned this past week, we as a Diocese/parish/school community will celebrate the National Eucharistic Revival this year as well.
Per the link here you will find our itinerary for the forthcoming days and weeks. In addition, we welcome the following new faculty and staff members:
- Mike Aliscad is a truly gifted campus minister with Saint Augustine's heart and a love for Christ and community that is a gift to our community. Mr. Aliscad will be teaching seventh-grade religion and leading our student retreats. Mike is integrally involved in our parish youth ministry and is beloved for his faith, kindness, sincerity, and wonderful intentions of the heart. He is an exceptional spiritual leader with the right perspective and wisdom leading the way.
- Kim Anderson is a respected member of our school community. Kim will be assisting Mrs. Marquez with our fundraising efforts, on a part-time basis, and will be supporting our education as a substitute teacher. Kim’s strong background in finance and office management will be a beacon of light to upholding our strong financial measures and metrics. Her kindheartedness/measuredness/conscientious work ethic will complement our senior leadership and support our fundraising efforts.
- Claudia Bean, who helped out as a substitute last year, will be joining the staff as an instructional assistant in Kindergarten. To know Claudia Bean is to witness a woman of immense positive energy and an altruistic spirit leading the way. Claudia is highly engaged while ministering as an educator! Her pragmatic nature and quiet faith and love for God/community/students is palpable. A great addition to kinder, Claudia, Marissa, and Noelle have planned another amazing year.
- Angie Egter Van Wissekerke is a graduate of our school and her family legacy here at CTK is admirable. Angie will join our middle school as an instructional assistant. Angie’s pure heart and desire to always put forth her best effort is a light source of all this is right in our school community. Angie has extensive experience as an Irish (dancer/instructor). Angie’s compassionate spirit and strong inner core will serve us well in middle school.
- Greg Volenec is a seasoned/beloved/respected Catholic educator. Greg has great midwestern Kansas roots whereby his post-graduate studies brought him to Cal Poly with a master’s degree in Architecture. Greg will be our (4-7) grade math specialist and will teach 6th grade math. We are truly blessed to have Greg – and this new position. Greg’s quiet/strong faith, sincerity of heart, strong work ethic, and immense experience in teaching mathematics are a blessing to our school community. Greg is well-known/beloved by many families and students in our greater community, and a respected and caring Catholic educator. Greg is a wonderful role model to us all.
Ms. Carey will assume the 6th grade home room role and will be teaching 6/7/8 science and 6th grade religion. Mrs. Bucci will be teaching math to our middle school students and supporting Mr. V in his role. Mrs. Symonds will be teaching 6/7/8 social studies and 8th religion.
In closing, Mr. Medina made the decision to accept a mathematics teaching position in Oakland, California. Although short notice for us, I strongly feel that God goes before us always and all will be well as we have advertised the position and will remain calm and collected. We send Matthew and his family abundant blessings and thank him for his talent, great work, and presence in our school community.
God bless you all and looking forward to another awesome year,
Mr. Silveira Ed.D.
Principal
Christ the King Catholic School
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Dear Heavenly Father, please bless our CTK community as we get ready to start our new school year. As we all come together again let us remember Your loving ways. Help us to welcome each other back and to encourage one another to grow with You. Lead us and support us to make the 2023-2024 school year a success! Please here the intentions in our hearts for our CTK community.
If you have special intentions please email Mrs. Meran here so we can include them in our next newsletter.
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Thursday, August 17 - Welcome Back CTK First Day of School, Noon Dismissal, Dress Uniform, 11:00 Prayer Service
Friday, August 18 - Noon Dismissal
Monday, August 21 - Kindergarten Noon Dismissal, Full Day Grades 1 - 8, 7:00am 8th Grade Math Class Begins
Tuesday, August 22 - Kindergarten Noon Dismissal, Full Day Grades 1 - 8
Wednesday, August 23 - CTK Spirit Wear, Kindergarten Noon Dismissal, 2:15 pm Dismissal Grades 1 - 8
Thursday, August 24 - Dress Uniform, Picture Day, Kindergarten Noon Dismissal, Full Day Grades 1 - 8
Friday, August 25 - Liturgy 8:00am Grades K-8, (8th Grade Prepares), Dress Uniform, Kindergarten Noon Dismissal, Full Day Grades 1 - 8
Friday, September 1 - Liturgy 8:00am Grades K-8 (7th Grade Prepares), Dress Uniform, Noon Dismissal
Monday, September 4 - Labor Day, School Holiday
Wednesday, September 6 - CTK Spirit Wear, 2:15pm Dismissal
Thursday, September 7 - Back to School Night 7:00pm
Friday, September 8 - Liturgy 8:00am Grades K-8 (6th Grade Prepares), Dress Uniform
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We are looking forward to the start of the 2023/2024 school year! Here is a quick guide of reminders:
- Kindergarten Schedule: Kindergarten Students will have a 12:00 pm dismissal for the first 2 weeks of school. Club CTK is available starting at 12:00 pm on these days. Monday, August 28th Kindergarten begins a full day schedule of 8:00am - 3:00pm
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Reporting an Absence: If your child is absent from school it is important to notify the school by 8:30am. You may notify the school by emailing attendance@ctkschool.org, submitting the online attendance form or by calling the office at 925-685-1109.
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Walking off Campus: If your child will be walking or biking off campus they must have a form on file. Please click here for the "Walking off Campus Form".
- School Pictures: Thursday August 24th. Dress Uniform
- 7th Grade families please turn in your student's TDAP booster vaccine required for 7th grade
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First Day of School!
Kindergarten families, new families, or those who just want to reconnect, PTG invites you to join us for a welcome back gathering on the first day of school. PTG will be serving coffee and breakfast goodies on the picnic tables by the parking lot immediately following morning assembly. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Save the Date: Our first PTG meeting of the year will be on Monday, August 28th at 7:00pm in the Media Room.
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The 2023-2024 Parent Student Handbook is available here. Please note some key changes to our handbook:
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All smart phone and smart watches must be in students backpacks during the school days.
- Shoes must be athletic to allow for physical activity and must be black, white, gray, navy blue, dark green or a combination of these colors.
- Make up is not permitted for students in grades K-5. For students in grades 6, 7, and 8, light, natural make-up is allowed (no fake lashes or excessively heavy make-up is permitted).
- Clear polish is allowed. For students in grades 6, 7, and 8, colored nail polish is permitted; however, acrylic or silk wrapped nails and tips are not allowed.
- Please review the Attendance Policy for updates
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Calling all potential Room Parents!
Room Parents are a valuable part of our school community! If you are interested in being a Room Parent for the 2023-2024 school year, please click here. This sign up will close on Friday, August 18th and is only to show your interest. Every parent who signs up will receive an email with this year’s final Room Parent assignments by Monday, August 21st. This year there will be one Room Parent for 1st-8th grades and two Room Parents for Kindergarten. The main responsibilities of Room Parents are to assist their homeroom teacher with any individual needs that they might have, review volunteer sign up procedures with parents at Back to School Night, ensure that volunteers are signed up for classroom positions, and help to fill any open volunteer spots for your class. Room Parents must also attend four meetings throughout the school year, these meetings will be held on Thursday, August 24th, Monday, November 6th, Monday, February 12th, and Monday, April 29th.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out here if you have any further questions. Thanks in advance for your consideration and interest in being a Room Parent, looking forward to working together and an amazing school year ahead!
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CLUB CTK is excited to welcome everyone back to school. Club will be available before and after school starting on August 18th! If you are planning to attend CLUB the first week of school either in the morning or afternoon, please email CLUB at CLUB@ctkschool.org.
If you have not done so already, please turn in your completed Club registration forms. Click here for registration forms.
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School Pictures will be taken on Thursday, August 24th. It is a Dress Uniform Day for all students. You may purchase these pictures but purchase is not required. Instructions will be sent home in your family envelope. If your child is absent on picture day, we have a makeup day scheduled for October 3rd.
We are looking for two volunteers to help with school pictures. If you are interested please email Mrs. Rubino here.
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Choice lunch is back for the 2023-2024 school year! They have new menus with lots of options! Click here to learn more. Registering is easy at www.choicelunch.com. The first day of service will be August 22nd.
If you interested in volunteering for Choice Lunch please email Heather McCall here. To set up your schedule.
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We are so happy to have volunteers on campus! We want to thank everyone for giving their time to help our school year be the best that it can be. Please remember all volunteers must have the following on file in the school office prior to volunteering on campus:
- Complete the Virtus Training, and submit the certificate
- Submit proof of a negative TB test or TB Risk Assessment questionnaire completed and signed by licensed health care provider
- Have a completed Volunteer Application Form on file in the office
- Livescan Fingerprinting
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All student medications, EPI Pens and inhalers must be checked in through the School Office. If your child requires an epi-pen or inhaler and attends CLUB CTK, you will also need an epi-pen or inhaler in CLUB CTK. Click here for medication on file form.
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BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT! Back to School Night for all grades will be Thursday,September 7th beginning at 7:00 pm in the Church. This is your opportunity to meet your children’s teachers and hear their expectations first hand. This evening is for parents only. Please make childcare arrangements for your children.
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CTK Dad's Poker Tournament |
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Check, bet or fold at this lively evening of poker (Stakes), good food (Steaks), spirits (Stogies & Scotch) and camaraderie.
Never played? Your friendly hosts will show you the ropes, and laugh all the way to the bank!
Bring a Texas-sized appetite to enjoy a delicious spread of food and tasty cocktails at the House of Cards.
Where: The Woods’ Home
When: Saturday August 19th @ 5pm
How Much: $100/person
Hosts: Greg Woods, Kevin Futagaki, Sergio Urcuyo, Tony Zucconi, Matt Santos & Brian Leffler.
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CYO Cross Country Team
Hello runners and parents of runners! The 2023 Christ the King/St. Stephen’s/St. Catherine’s CYO Cross Country season is here. Returning runners from last season as well as all those interested in trying the sport for the first time are encouraged to come out and join us. No experience necessary. Unlike track and field, in cross country we run longer distances and on dirt trails in parks rather than on a track. If you think your child might like this sport please join us and have them try it out. If they do not like it after the first week or two you can drop out and we will refund the $60/runner participation fee.
Practice Schedule: Monday - Wednesday - Friday 5:30-7:00pm
Practice location: Hidden Lakes Park, Morello and Chilpancingo (we meet at the picnic tables between the soccer field and the baseball fields)
We will hold our first practice and take signups on Monday, August 21. If you cannot attend on the first day, no worries, we can take signups for the next week or so.
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CTK CYO Basketball 2023/24 Winter Season Registration
We look forward to seeing everyone out on the hardwood this season!
Please see our website to register and for more updates and information. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @cyoctkph, Facebook @CYOCTK Pleasant Hill and Twitter @CTKCYOhoops.
Thank you all for your continued support!!
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Interested in joining your fellow CTK parents
for a fun filled evening?
Come join the Ping Pong Tournament
Saturday, September16th
4:00pm-9:00pm.
Click here for more details.
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Monsignor Wade Golf Tournament |
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Save the Date!
Monsignor Wade Golf Tournament
October 20, 2023
Click here for more information
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Thank you
BSA Troop #221
for helping clean up our campus!
We truly appreciate your service!
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Join the CTK Family Choir
Every 1st and 3rd Sunday at CTK, singing is a family affair! Last year, we launched a Family Choir at our 9:00am mass, and we'd love to invite more school families to join in the fun.
The Family Choir is open to children of all ages and their families (children must come with at least one adult), and is focused on familiar and learnable music. No formal musical training is necessary - just a love of music and the ability to either attend a bi-weekly rehearsal or learn music at home. Additional training is available for any children or adults who are interested in learning how to cantor.
If you have any questions or would like to sign up, please e-mail Jennifer Bennett at jenniferbennett1011@gmail.com. Thanks and hope to see you in the choir loft this fall!
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Student Accident Insurance |
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The Diocese partners with Myers Stevens Toohey to provide student accident insurance. This is optional. For more information:
Click here for a full brochure
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CTK Parish Constant Contact: Click here to view the August 9th parish news.
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Virtus Safe Environment Training: Click here to access the online training site and click here for instructions.
Diocese of Oakland Volunteer Application form: Click here
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