A MESSAGE FROM SR. PRINCIPAL, MR. TOLZDA | |
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Dear St. Serra Parents,
Standardized testing is one assessment tool schools use to mark academic growth with students. Historically, St. Serra students have scored well on these tests. During the weeks of September 12 and 19, students in Grades 1 through 8 took the STAR Math test, students in grades 2 through 8 took the Reading test, and first graders took the Early Literacy test, which measures early literacy skills such as vocabulary, phonics, and language. We are happy to report that our students scored well in both subject areas. Of the students that took the tests, 67% scored proficient and above in Reading, and 87% in Math.
Another standardized test that most of our 8th graders take is the High School Placement Test (HSPT). Last week Mrs. Radzai and I attended a collaboration meeting at JSerra High School and received the scores of our Class of 2022 students that are now attending JSerra (Santa Margarita Catholic School provided their results last school year). When looking at the data from both schools, our graduates are doing very well. For Math and English, 41% of our students placed into Honors at SMCHS and 45% at JSerra.
These results also reflect the hard work and preparation of each and every one of our teachers who are consistently looking at data and implementing best teaching methodologies. We are very proud of the accomplishments of our students while also recognizing that these assessments are just one tool and our students are showing growth every day within the classrooms. Developing Christ-centered, life-long learners continues to be our commitment to you and our students!
Always striving,
Tim Tolzda
Sr. Principal
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MONDAY,
October 3
Mass for Grades 1-8 (formal uniform required)
10:30 a.m. in the SAC
Group Yearbook Photos for Tiny Trebles and Serra Singers
Trunk or Treat HOST INTEREST FORMS due
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TUESDAY,
October 4
Student Portraits for Grade 4 (formal uniform required)
8th Grade Individual and Group Portraits (in graduation robes)
Boys Flag Football Team and Individual Photos
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WEDNESDAY,
October 5
Student Portraits for Grades 1-3 (formal uniform required)
Minimum Day Dismissal
Preschool-Grade 2 at 11:30 a.m.
Grades 3-8 at 12:10 p.m.
Family FUNraiser at Five Guys in RSM
All day - be sure to show the FLYER
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THURSDAY,
October 6
Student Portraits for Grades 5-7 (formal uniform required)
Girls Volleyball Team and Individual Photos
PTO Meeting
8:15 a.m. in the Parent Hub - all parents are welcome
JOIN VIRTUALLY
6th Grade Mass
10:30 a.m. in the Chapel
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FRIDAY,
October 7
Spirit Shirt Friday
Wear your 2022-23 spirit shirt with uniform bottoms
Food for Friends
Collection
Morning Drop-Off
"Growing Community" Fall Parent Breakfast
8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. in the SAC
RSVP
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WEEKLY UPDATES BY GRADE LEVEL | |
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Mass for Grades 1-8 Tomorrow, Monday, October 3
Please join us tomorrow at 10:30 a.m. as we celebrate Mass with Fr. Duy as our main presider; Fr. Tuan, Fr. Martin, and Fr. Michael will be joining as concelebrating priests. We are excited to welcome our parents onto campus to celebrate Mass with our student body and staff. As a reminder, students in grades 1-8 are required to wear their formal uniform.
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Parent Teacher Conferences
On October 12, 13 and 14, we will be hosting Parent-Teacher conferences on our St. Serra campus. Please click the link below for instructions on how to schedule your conference(s).
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Extended Care Registration Open
Extended Care registration is temporarily open again to accept additional students. It is important to register as soon as possible if you are interested, as there are limited spots available. Registration will close again as soon as we are full. The number of students we can have registered in Extended Care is based on numerous factors, including staff numbers, and is carefully calculated to maintain the integrity of the program and the safety and well-being of our students.
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Safety Spotlight for October 2
This past week we have had the benefit of having two security guards on campus! Our Director of Campus Safety, Mr. Vlad Anderson, has extensive experience as a School Resource Officer (SRO) and often trains other police and security personnel to become SROs for various schools and school districts. Last week, Mr. Anderson was training a new SRO on our St. Serra campus, which allowed us to have two security guards on duty for the week.
Check back in this section of future editions of the St. Serra Sunday News for "Safety Spotlight" tips, reminders and editorials from Vlad Anderson!
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Student School Portraits
Student picture days are coming up this week and next. All students will be photographed for the 2022-23 school yearbook. Please click the link below for the schedule and additional details
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Sports Team and Individual Photos
Team and individual photos for our Boys Flag Football and Girls Volleyball teams will take place on October 4 and 6. Please click the link for additional details and ordering instructions.
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Group Photos for Yearbook
We will be taking group photos for the yearbook on Mass days. See the schedule for choirs, SerraVision, Yearbook Squad, BOB, Junior Thespians, Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts and American Heritage Girls.
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Update on Volunteering at St. Serra
St. Serra’s success as a school every year is due to a strong partnership between our staff and our parents. Parent involvement in our many events and activities, both on and off campus, is absolutely crucial, both in terms of the execution of these events and activities and in strengthening our St. Serra community. Volunteerism in the past many months has been impacted by state requirements that held us responsible for making sure any and all adults working on campus, including parent volunteers, provided proof of their COVID-19 vaccination status or a negative COVID-19 test result. We are extremely pleased to announce that these state requirements are no longer applicable. Parents and grandparents who want to volunteer, and who have completed the volunteer clearance process, are welcome on our campus. We look forward to your involvement at St. Serra, and to seeing you here on campus.
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TK and Kindergarten
Service Project
In honor of St. Francis of Assisi’s Feast Day on October 4, the TK and Kindergarten classes are coordinating an all-school outreach project for the animals at the Modjeska Canyon Animal Shelter. Everyone is encouraged to participate this month by contributing items for the animals.
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Food for Friends
is This Friday!
Our next "Food for Friends" collection is this Friday, October 7. Click the link below for additional information and details.
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Chapel Mass on Thursday, October 6 | Fr. Aristotle will celebrate Mass with our sixth grade students in our beautiful St. Serra Chapel this coming Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Parents of sixth grade students are invited to attend. Please enter campus through the School Office and proceed to the Chapel. As a reminder, all sixth grade students are to wear their formal uniform. | | |
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Please Join Us! Fall Parent Breakfast
You are invited to our Fall Parent Breakfast! Please join us on Friday, October 7, from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m., in the Student Activity Center, for a morning of making new friendships and celebrating our growing St. Serra community.
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Updated How-To Guide: Canvas for Parents | | |
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Renaissance Home Connect Clarification
Trouble logging in to view your student's STAR test scores? We have determined an issue with Renaissance and Home Connect.
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Come Join Us for SERRABALL! | |
On Monday, October 17, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., bring your A-game, wear your best blue and gold and join us on the tennis courts at the Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club with 2 Tennis Pros!
- Snacks and goodie bags included
- Event is limited to 40 guests
- Price: $50 per person
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The 27th Annual Golf Classic is Around the Corner! | Do you have a family business that you would like to promote? Does your company want to support your child's school? The Golf Classic Committee is seeking sponsors for the tournament. There are many ways to sponsor the tournament, from buying a Tee Sign to sponsoring the Bloody Mary Bar (where everyone will love you!). If you are interested please contact golfclassic@serraschool.org or simply click below. | | |
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Trunk or Treat is Coming - Monday, October 31! | We are excited for the return of our annual Trunk or Treat event! Click the button below for details about hosting a trunk, candy donations, costume guidelines and more. | | | |
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The Parent Compass at SMCHS - Tuesday, October 4
Santa Margarita Catholic High School invites you to this special event with acclaimed authors Cindy Clumeck Muchnick,M.A, and Jenn Curtis, W.S.W., as they discuss their new book and answer your questions about how to best support your teen’s wellness and academic journey in today’s competitive world.
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