St. David of Wales Catholic School

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Week of December 4, Vol 1, Issue 17

Dear St. David Families,

Advent season is here! For the first week of Advent, we focus on the theme of Hope. This is a time to reflect on the hope that the coming of Jesus brings to the world. It symbolizes the anticipation of the fulfillment of God's promises and the expectation of the Messiah's arrival. Many congregations and families light the first candle on the Advent wreath, "Candle of Hope," to mark the beginning of the season and to represent the hope that Christ's birth brings to humanity.

Thank you for completing the WCEA survey if you have done so already. Your input is important as we prepare for the WCEA Accreditation visit in February 2025. If you have not yet done so, please complete the survey as linked below.

Thank you!

Yours in faith,

Ms. Medrano

WCEA ACCREDITATION VISIT 2024-25

We are preparing for our upcoming accreditation visit by the Western Catholic Educational Association (WCEA). This visit is an exciting opportunity for us to showcase the excellence of our school and the wonderful learning environment we provide for our students.

What is WCEA?

The WCEA is an organization that helps ensure the quality and effectiveness of Catholic education. They review and accredit schools to ensure they meet the highest standards of excellence.

Standard of Excellence Protocol: What to Expect

During our accreditation visit (2024-25 school year), the WCEA will evaluate our school based on the new Standard of Excellence Protocol. This assessment is all about celebrating what we do well and identifying areas where we can improve. It's like a quality check-up for our school! We'll have a team of experienced educators and administrators from WCEA visiting us, and they'll observe our classes, meet with staff, students, and parents, and review our school's operations.

Your Role in the Process

All members of our St. David community are encouraged to get involved and share their experiences. In preparation for this visit, there is a chance for everyone to have their voices heard, so please be open to sharing your thoughts and feedback in the survey.

Please complete the Parent Survey

CHOCOLATE SALES

Our delicious chocolate sales fundraiser is coming to an end! Don't miss your chance to indulge in these sweet treats and support St. David School. All orders must be submitted by December 5th. Thank you to everyone who has already participated - your support makes a significant impact in our daily operations. Please communicate with Ms. Turner if you need more or to submit your chocolate monies. As a reminder, each family is required to raise a minimum of $300 to the fundraising activities which include the Chocolate Sales and Fun Run.

Santa Breakfast Volunteer Sign-Up

Christmas is just around the corner and we are so excited to celebrate with our Saint David Community. We are looking for some volunteers to help with this wonderful event. All hours worked go towards your Parent Participation Program parent/guardian hours. We thank you for helping make this event possible.

Santa Breakfast Volunteer Sign-Up

SANTA BREAKFAST

🎅✨ Get ready for a magical morning as we invite you to join us for Breakfast with Santa on December 10th. Bring the whole family for a festive breakfast, holiday crafts, and, of course, a visit from Santa! Tickets are available for purchase at the school office.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT

Our talented students have been hard at work preparing for the annual Christmas Concert! Mark your calendars for December 20th at 6 pm. It's a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the holiday spirit through music and performances by our incredible students. We can't wait to see you there!

DECEMBER PTG MEETING

Our next PTG meeting is scheduled for December 6th at 6pm. Join us to discuss upcoming events, fundraisers, share ideas, and collaborate on ways to enhance the school experience for our students. Your input and involvement are invaluable, so we hope to see many familiar faces!

ANNUAL CRAB FEED

The Crab Feed Committee have started planning for St. David's Annual Crab Feed! It will be held on February 10, 2024, 5:30-10:30 pm at Rose Mello Hall. Aside from the delicious crab, you can expect dinner, dancing, and raffle prizes! Buy a table for 8 and get a 5% discount on tickets. Put it on your calendars and hope to see you all there!