Dear Parents,
Throughout Lent, the students have been learning and acting upon different ways that they can grow closer to God. Now that we find ourselves in the middle of Holy Week, I hope you find that your journey through Lent has brought you and your family closer to God, and that together, we can keep our faith strong and share the love that God the Father has shown us. Remember Jesus’ gift of the Eucharist on Holy Thursday, and the ultimate sacrifice he made for us on Good Friday so that our sins could be forgiven. Together, take time to say a prayer of thanksgiving for God’s love as we await Jesus’ resurrection on Easter.
We pray:
Heavenly Father, thank you for the gift of everlasting life brought about by the resurrection of your son from the dead! This dark night is enlightened by a glimpse of the greatest mystery. Our minds could never have conceived how you would save us, Lord, nor can we ever fully understand the depths of your love in choosing to do so. We thank you for all that you have done for us throughout Lent. Now, throughout Easter, grant us the fullness of life. AMEN.
(Adapted from “The Joy of Lent: Encouragement and Daily Prayers”)
Have a joyous Easter!
--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez
CALENDAR REMINDERS
- Tomorrow, Thursday March 28, is a Minimum Day–12:30 Dismissal. The School office will close at 1:30 PM.
- Students and teachers will be on Easter vacation from March 29 through April 7.
School will resume on Monday, April 8 with a regular schedule (7:55 AM - 3:00 PM).
CHURCH SERVICES
You are invited to the special St. Peter’s Church services for Holy Thursday, Good Friday, Holy Saturday (Easter Vigil), and Easter Sunday. Please scroll down to see the church flier listing the times for church services throughout the Mission Parishes (St. Peter, St. Anthony, and St. Charles).
AZTEC TREK CHAMPIONS
We had a great time last Friday during our Aztec Trek Walk-a-Thon and Games! Congratulations to our AZTEC TREK CLASS CHAMPIONS–First Grade!
Here are our top 3 individual fundraisers, who are took home their Target Gift Card prizes:
- TOP FUNDRAISER: Melissa in 4th grade
- 2nd Place: Ella in 7th grade
- 3rd Place: Josiah in 6th grade
We also had various raffle prize winners who won free dress passes, homework passes, gift cards, and Easter baskets!
THANK YOU to our families for your support in this school fundraiser! GO AZTECS!!!
IMPORTANT FINANCIAL AID DEADLINES ARE APPROACHING VERY SOON!
THE BASIC FUND
Renewal emails for returning students have been sent by The BASIC Fund to parent emails. If you need to change your email for The BASIC Fund or have questions, call (415) 986-5650 right away. Please note that submitting 2023 Taxes is part of the Renewal Application, so plan accordingly.
THE BASIC FUND APPLICATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 29, 2024.
THE ARCHDIOCESE ELEMENTARY FAMILY GRANT
- Each year families may apply through TADS for the Archdiocese Elementary Family Grant. This grant does not renew automatically. To apply, go to www.mytads.com to complete your new 2024-2025 financial aid application. Please be sure to have your financial documents (2023 Federal tax form 1040, W-2, 1099, Calworks, Calfresh, Social Security, Workers Comp, Unemployment or any other financial documents requested by TADS) ready to upload or fax to TADS.
- THE TADS APPLICATION DEADLINE IS APRIL 1, 2024. Late applications will NOT be considered.
- Applicants are ranked on the basis of financial need. Within the limit of available funds, the Archdiocese of San Francisco will then award financial aid.
BVCC SUMMER PROGRAM
Registration is now open for the BVCC Summer Program!
- Dates: June 10 - July 26 (Closed June 19 and July 4-5)
- Location: 1249 Alabama Street at St. Peter's School
- Fees: $0-$400 per week (sliding scale). No one is turned away due to finances.
- Hours: 9:00 AM-3:30 PM
*Times may vary during field trips days
- Extended Hours
8:00 AM-9:00 AM - $50 per week
4:00 PM-5:30 PM - $75 per week
For both morning & afternoon care - $100 per week
Register your child at this link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeVlSvCWLntFgXEEsFdqSUPReNi2NNPVW7DRFV7JFcclSCUnw/viewform
For more information please call 415-283-5545 or 415-713-0625
CYO SUMMER CAMP
CYO Summer Camp registration is open for children ages 8-14!
** See the website for details and videos about CYO Summer Camp – https://catholiccharitiessf.org/cyocamp/cyo-summer-camp/
This week-long summer camp experience at CYO Camp in Occidental, CA normally costs $940, but because of generous camp scholarships for St. Peter’s students, the cost goes down significantly!
- If a family meets the income eligibility guidelines then the cost of camp is $140, or $200 with round trip bus transportation.
- If a family does not meet the income eligibility guidelines then the cost of camp is $390, or $450 with round trip bus transportation.
Register ONLINE by logging in to your existing account or create a new account at this website: https://cyocamp.campmanagement.com/p/request_for_info_m.php?action=enroll
** Be sure to indicate your child's school as St. Peter's so that you may receive the special rate.
Scholarships are LIMITED. If you are interested in having your child attend CYO Summer Camp with the discounted price, please click on the links below to fill out BOTH the Caritas Campership Form and CYO Financial Aid Form, available in English and Spanish.
ENGLISH Caritas Campership Form - https://www.caritascreek.org/camperships
SPANISH Caritas Campership Form - https://forms.gle/jmt5skbDRsfEsgH2A
ENGLISH CYO Financial Aid Form - https://forms.gle/c9CqVysUjurCbPa4A
SPANISH CYO Financial Aid Form - https://forms.gle/32brFXXQ5QK3vPvM9
Space is LIMITED in each camp session. The camp session dates are as follows:
Session One: June 23 - June 29 (Nearly filled up!)
Session Two: July 1 - July 6
Session Three: July 9 - July 15
Session Four: July 17 - July 23
Session Five: July 25 - July 31 (Nearly filled up!)
Register as soon as possible before spaces are all gone!
SCHOOL UNIFORMS
We live our core value to UNITE as students wear their school uniform with pride. Please remember that the complete daily uniform includes the plain white polo shirt, navy slacks or uniform skirt/jumper, green uniform sweatshirt, black or white socks, and solid black or solid white sneakers (tennis shoes).
On Fridays (unless there is a church service), students may wear the optional gray Aztecs hoodie, Aztecs sweatpants, and Aztecs T-shirt.
** To purchase the gray Aztecs sweats, obtain an order form in the school office.
For more details on the school uniform, refer to the Uniform section of the Parent-Student Handbook that was distributed on the first day of school, which is also available on the school website: http://www.stpeterssf.org/parents-students
Students who are out of uniform will receive a “Uniform Notice” to be signed by a parent or guardian, as a reminder about the uniform policy, and to help us unite as a school community.
REMINDERS:
March 28 Minimum Day–12:30 Dismissal; School office closes at 1:30 PM
March 29-April 5 EASTER VACATION
April 8 School resumes; regular schedule
April 9 8:15 AM School Mass
April 10 Minimum Day–12:30 Dismissal
