QUE PASA 9/28/2022 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       As we wrap up the first month of school, I am reminded of our KEY “Knowledge feeds GROWTH.”  This was a time when we adjusted to different environments (such as different classrooms or being back in the school building full-time), got to know teachers and classmates, and learned how to collaborate with others.  Think about how your child has grown so far (academically, socially, and spiritually) since the first day of school.  The knowledge they have gained will help to feed their mind and spirit, but they should not stop there.  We’ve only just begun!  Together, let us guide them to use that knowledge to take action to better themselves, to positively guide others, and to improve their communities.   And when they take action, they can understand that “Every ACCOMPLISHMENT needs courage”—another one of our KEYS! Together, let’s keep our growth mindset going strong as this first month of school draws to a close.

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

BIKE FAIR

Scroll down to see a flier about a FREE bike fair, hosted by the San Francisco Bike Coalition, happening here at St. Peter’s School THIS SATURDAY, October 1 from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM.  Students will earn 5 KEYS for attending the bike fair!  

*For this event, please enter the schoolyard at our Alabama Street gate.  Students 

DROP-OFF AND PICK-UP ZONES

Remember that the white zones on Florida Street and Alabama Street are for drop-offs and pick-ups only.  Please do not leave your car parked there and do not leave your car unattended in the white zones.  When pulling into these zones, follow the direction of traffic and for everyone’s safety, do not park in the opposite direction of traffic.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!

LIFETOUCH SCHOOL PICTURE DAY

Lifetouch school picture day will take place on Tuesday, October 4.  For school photos, students must be in complete uniform.

For school yearbook and school ID purposes, ALL students will be taking school pictures.  However, purchasing your child’s photos is optional.  If you choose to buy school pictures, you can purchase your child’s school photos online at https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/ - / and enter our picture day ID – EVTRB8ZR7

You can also submit payment with the Lifetouch order form that was sent home with your child.  If you are paying with this order form, the form plus the payment must be submitted at the time that your child takes a school photo.

CALENDAR REMINDER

As noted on our school calendar, there is no school on Friday, October 7 while all teachers attend an Archdiocesan In–Service.  There is also no school on Monday, October 10 in observance of Indigenous People’s Day.

DIMES FROM HEAVEN 

Thank you to all the students and families that contributed to the “Dimes from Heaven” Student Council fundraiser!  So many of our students showed love and mercy for those in need, and showed lots of school spirit as well!  Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit future Student Council school events and our local SPCA.

All together, the school raised a grand total of $1,367.94! WOW!

Congratulations to the following winning classes, who raised the greatest amount in each grade level cluster:

K-2 Cluster winner – 1st grade 

3-5 Cluster winner – 4th grade

6-8 Cluster winner – 8th grade

BAPTISM

If your child is not yet baptized and you would like him/her to receive the sacrament of Baptism, you may contact the St. Peter’s Parish Rectory at 415-282-1652.  Before receiving any other sacraments (such as Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation), your child must first be Baptized.  If you have any questions or would like to discuss the process before beginning this sacramental process, please feel free to contact the school office.

SAINT PETER’S ATHLETICS

The boys’ soccer and girls’ volleyball seasons are officially underway!  Come support our teams by cheering them on at their games.  Visit the CYO Athletics website to see game schedules: https://athletics.cccyo.org/schedules

GO AZTECS!!!

GRAY AZTECS SWEATS

Our gray Aztecs sweats are now for sale!  These sweats are OPTIONAL to wear on Fridays.  Parents and other family members may also purchase these sweats, and would be great to wear to support our St. Peter’s teams at their games!

To order the sweats, you may pick up an order form at the school office, or call the office so that we can send an order form home with your child.  The prices are listed below:

Hoodie - $30

Sweatpants - $25

T-shirt - $10

* Supplies are limited.  Unfortunately, we have no youth medium sweatpants at this time!  Once they become available, an announcement will be made.

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 khaki pants 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, with the usual uniform shoes.  (If your child does not have an Aztecs T-shirt, he/she should wear the uniform white polo with the sweats.)

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!

SCHOOL MASS

Parents and other family members are welcome to join us during our weekly school Masses on Tuesdays at 8:15 AM.  An announcement will be made on Class Dojo if Mass will be on a different day during a particular week.  You may find a seat in an empty pew behind the students.  We hope you can join us!

INFECTION MITIGATION PLAN

We continue to endure the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.  To prevent the spread of COVID-19 at school, we have developed a School Infection Mitigation Plan, available on our school website at http://www.stpeterssf.org/pandemic-reopening-plan

Please remember -- If your child is feeling ill or has been exposed to COVID-19, phone the school office and keep your child at home!  

Symptoms to watch out for include:

• Fever -- 100.4°F / 38°C or higher

• Cough

• Severe headache

• Sore throat

• Shortness of breath or trouble breathing

• New loss of taste or smell

• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

REMINDERS:

September 28    5:30 PM Parent First Communion Zoom Meeting

September 29    8:30 AM Riordan High School Presentation to 8th graders

October 1          9:00 AM - 2:00 PM  SF Bike Coalition Bike Fair at St. Peter’s School

October 4          8:30 AM School Mass

October 4          Lifetouch School Picture Day

October 5          Minimum Day Dismissal

October 5          8:30 AM Mercy Burlingame and Serra High School Presentation to 8th graders

October 7         NO SCHOOL – Teacher In-Service

October 10       NO SCHOOL – Holiday, Indigenous People’s Day

QUE PASA 9/21/2022 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       This week, we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Mercy, or as we lovingly call it, Mercy Day!  During our school Mass yesterday, we remembered our Sisters of Mercy, who founded our beloved St. Peter’s School and continue to care for and support our students, teachers, and families to this day.

       We are grateful for Catherine McAuley, foundress of the Sisters of Mercy; and for Mother Baptist Russell, who traveled from Ireland and established schools and hospitals in America.  We are grateful for the loving contributions of our Sisters of Mercy today—including Sister Marian Rose, Sister Lucy, Sister Pauline, Sister Paulina, and Sister Toni Lynn—all who help to guide us at St. Peter’s School.  The sisters of Mercy are living examples to us for living out the mission of Mercy.  

       And what is mercy?  MERCY means to show love and compassion towards others; to forgive others and to be grateful to be forgiven by others; to show charity and generosity, especially to those in need; to have the courage to stand up for what’s right, especially for others who are afraid to stand up for themselves; to have faith in God.  MERCY means having an open heart and open mind.

       Let’s remember to be thankful for all the good works of the Sisters of Mercy, keep them in our prayers, and try our best to live out the mission of Mercy ourselves, not only at St. Peter’s School, but everywhere!

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez 

DROP-OFF AND PICK-UP ZONES

Remember that the white zones on Florida Street and Alabama Street are for drop-offs and pick-ups only.  Please do not leave your car parked there and do not leave your car unattended in the white zones.  When pulling into these zones, follow the direction of traffic and for everyone’s safety, do not park in the opposite direction of traffic. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!

CALENDAR REMINDER

This Monday, September 26, is a Minimum Dismissal Day for students, while teachers attend a meeting.  (Wednesday, September 28 is another usual Minimum Day.)

DIMES FROM HEAVEN 

Our Student Council-sponsored fundraiser and class competition—“Dimes from Heaven”—continues until the end of this week!  Though the title says “dimes,” all monetary denominations will be accepted.  The classes that raise the highest amount by the end of this week (in grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8) will win a class prize.  Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit our local SPCA and future Student Council school events.  Stay tuned to see our total amount raised, and to find out who the class winners will be!

BAPTISM

If your child is not yet baptized and you would like him/her to receive the sacrament of Baptism, you may contact the St. Peter’s Parish Rectory at 415-282-1652.  Before receiving any other sacraments (such as Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation), your child must first be Baptized.  If you have any questions or would like to discuss the process before beginning this sacramental process, please feel free to contact the school office.

SAINT PETER’S ATHLETICS

The boys’ soccer and girls’ volleyball seasons are officially underway!  Come support our teams by cheering them on at their games.  Visit the CYO Athletics website to see game schedules: https://athletics.cccyo.org/schedules

GO AZTECS!!!

BIKE FAIR

Scroll down to see a flier about a FREE bike fair, hosted by the San Francisco Bike Coalition, happening here at St. Peter’s School on Saturday, October 1 from 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM.  For this event, please enter the schoolyard at our Alabama Street gate.

GRAY AZTECS SWEATS

Our gray Aztecs sweats are now for sale!  These sweats are OPTIONAL to wear on Fridays.  Parents and other family members may also purchase these sweats, and would be great to wear to support our St. Peter’s teams at their games!

To order the sweats, you may pick up an order form at the school office, or call the office so that we can send an order form home with your child.  The prices are listed below:

Hoodie - $30

Sweatpants - $25

T-shirt - $10

* Supplies are limited.  Unfortunately, we have no youth medium sweatpants at this time!  Once they become available, an announcement will be made.

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 khaki pants 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, with the usual uniform shoes.  (If your child does not have an Aztecs T-shirt, he/she should wear the uniform white polo with the sweats.)

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!

SCHOOL MASS

Parents and other family members are welcome to join us during our weekly school Masses on Tuesdays at 8:15 AM.  An announcement will be made on Class Dojo if Mass will be on a different day during a particular week.  You may find a seat in an empty pew behind the students.  We hope you can join us!

INFECTION MITIGATION PLAN

We continue to endure the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.  To prevent the spread of COVID-19 at school, we have developed a School Infection Mitigation Plan, available on our school website at http://www.stpeterssf.org/pandemic-reopening-plan

Please remember -- If your child is feeling ill or has been exposed to COVID-19, phone the school office and keep your child at home!  

Symptoms to watch out for include:

• Fever -- 100.4°F / 38°C or higher

• Cough

• Severe headache

• Sore throat

• Shortness of breath or trouble breathing

• New loss of taste or smell

• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

REMINDERS:

September 19-23     Dimes From Heaven Fundraiser

September 24          Feast of Our Lady of Mercy

September 26          Minimum Day Dismissal

September 27          8:30 AM School Mass

September 28          Minimum Day Dismissal

September 28          5:30 PM Parent First Communion Zoom Meeting

September 29          8:30 AM Riordan High School Presentation to 8th graders

QUE PASA 9/14/2022 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       As we begin to prepare for The Feast of Our Lady of Mercy coming up next week, we offer this prayer of Catherine McAuley, who founded the Sisters of Mercy: 

My God, I am yours for time and eternity.Teach me to cast myself entirely into the arms of your loving Providence with a lively, unlimited confidence in your compassionate, tender pity. Grant, O most merciful Redeemer, that whatever you ordain or permit may be acceptable to me.Take from my heart all painful anxiety;let nothing sadden me but sin,nothing delight me but the hope of coming to the possession of You my God and my all, in your everlasting kingdom. Amen. 

May we continue to look towards the Sisters of Mercy as examples of love, peace, and social justice, especially as we still witness signs of violence and inhumane treatment of others throughout the world.  Let us always remember that our school, founded by the Sisters of Mercy, is a place where we can model how to live with active kindness and compassion with open hearts and open minds! 

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

DIMES FROM HEAVEN 

Next week, from September 19-23, our Student Council is sponsoring a fundraiser and class competition—“Dimes from Heaven!”  Though the title says “dimes,” all monetary denominations will be accepted.  The classes that raise the highest amount by the end of next week (in grade categories K-2, 3-5, and 6-8) will win a class prize.  Proceeds from this fundraiser will benefit our local SPCA and future Student Council school events.  

Thank you, Student Council officers and Class Representatives, for organizing our first fundraiser of this school year!

BAPTISM

If your child is not yet baptized and you would like him/her to receive the sacrament of Baptism, you may contact the St. Peter’s Parish Rectory at 415-282-1652.  Before receiving any other sacraments (such as Reconciliation, Eucharist, and Confirmation), your child must first be Baptized.  If you have any questions or would like to discuss the process before beginning this sacramental process, please feel free to contact the school office.

GRAY AZTECS SWEATS

Our gray Aztecs sweats are now for sale!  These sweats are OPTIONAL to wear on Fridays.  Parents and other family members may also purchase these sweats, and would be great to wear to support our St. Peter’s teams at their games!

To order the sweats, you may pick up an order form at the school office, or call the office so that we can send an order form home with your child.  The prices are listed below:

Hoodie - $30

Sweatpants - $25

T-shirt - $10

* Supplies are limited.  Unfortunately, we have no youth medium sweatpants at this time!  Once they become available, an announcement will be made.

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 khaki pants 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, with the usual uniform shoes.  (If your child does not have an Aztecs T-shirt, he/she should wear the uniform white polo with the sweats.)

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!

SCHOOL MASS

Thank you to those who joined us in church during our first school Mass yesterday.  Moving forward, we will continue to attend Mass weekly on Tuesdays at 8:15 AM.  An announcement will be made on Class Dojo if Mass will be on a different day during a particular week.

Parents and other family members are welcome to join us during our school Masses.  You may find a seat in an empty pew behind the students.  We look forward to celebrating the Eucharist as a school community!

INFECTION MITIGATION PLAN

We continue to endure the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.  To prevent the spread of COVID-19 at school, we have developed a School Infection Mitigation Plan, available on our school website at http://www.stpeterssf.org/pandemic-reopening-plan

Please remember -- If your child is feeling ill or has been exposed to COVID-19, phone the school office and keep your child at home!  

Symptoms to watch out for include:

• Fever -- 100.4°F / 38°C or higher

• Cough

• Severe headache

• Sore throat

• Shortness of breath or trouble breathing

• New loss of taste or smell

• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

REMINDERS:

September 6-16     STAR Assessments, Window #1

September 15         8:30 AM, Lick Wilmerding High School presentation for 8th graders

September 15         6:00 PM, 8th Grade Parent Zoom Meeting

September 16         Middle School electives begin

September 20         8:30 AM School Mass in honor of Mercy Day

September 21         Minimum Day Dismissal

September 19-23    Dimes From Heaven Fundraiser

September 26         Minimum Day Dismissal

QUE PASA 9/7/22 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       Earlier this week (on September 5), we celebrated the Labor Day Holiday, a day when we honor and recognize the American labor movement and the hard work and contributions of laborers to the development and achievements of the United States.  But did you know that September 5 is also the Feast day of Saint Mother Theresa of Calcutta?  Saint Mother Theresa visited our school once many years ago, and she was someone who worked very hard to help those who were in great need and who were often overlooked and forgotten in different parts of the world..

       We can all look towards Saint Mother Theresa as a role model to live out our KEYS–especially “You are LOVE” and “SERVICE UNITES.”  Saint Mother Theresa showed us how we can serve others in  unity with faith, and what a great impact we can have even with small acts of love.  We can be positive, active examples to listen to other perspectives, act with kindness, and work towards justice. We want St. Peter’s School to be a safe place for students to grow and learn, where they can accomplish their goals with open hearts and open minds.  Let us continue our partnership as we reach for this goal, and continue our prayers for peace throughout our communities. 

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

WATER BOTTLES and SNACKS

It has been quite hot in San Francisco!  To help our children stay hydrated in the heat, please send your child with a water bottle to school.  If they purchase a water bottle with their lunch, it is not given to them until lunch time, so a water bottle from home will help them throughout the day.  There is a water-filling station at school.

Also, it’s a good idea to send your child to school with a recess snack, such as fruit or something small and easy to eat during their morning recess.

STAR ASSESSMENTS

This week and next is Window #1 for STAR Testing.  Students in Kindergarten and 1st grade take a test in Early Literacy, while students in grades 2-8 take tests in Reading and Math.

A STAR assessment is one data point that helps teachers know how they can best help students. It will not be part of the students’ grade, yet it will help teachers determine areas where students may need extra help or where students need to be further challenged.  Results of STAR assessments will be discussed at the first round of Parent-Teacher conferences in October.

GRAY AZTECS SWEATS

Our gray Aztecs sweats are now for sale!  These sweats are OPTIONAL to wear on Fridays.  Parents and other family members may also purchase these sweats, and would be great to wear to support our St. Peter’s teams at their games!

To order the sweats, you may pick up an order form at the school office, or call the office so that we can send an order form home with your child.  The prices are listed below:

Hoodie - $30

Sweatpants - $25

T-shirt - $10

* Supplies are limited.  Unfortunately, we have no youth medium sweatpants at this time!  Once they become available, an announcement will be made.

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 khaki pants 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, with the usual uniform shoes.  (If your child does not have an Aztecs T-shirt, he/she should wear the uniform white polo with the sweats.)

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!

SCHOOL MASS

Our first school Mass is next week on Tuesday, September 13 at 8:15 AM.  Moving forward, we will be attending Mass weekly on Tuesdays at 8:15 AM.  An announcement will be made on Class Dojo if Mass will be on a different day during a particular week.

Parents and other family members are welcome to join us during our school Masses.  You may find a seat in an empty pew behind the students.  We look forward to celebrating the Eucharist as a school community!

BVCC AFTER SCHOOL SERVICES

Any students participating in BVCC must first be registered in the program.  Registration forms are available in the school office.  Children's Council and Sliding Scale available. Forms may be dropped off in the school office with a check.  (Venmo is also accepted – @BVCCatStPeters.  Please do NOT leave cash in the office.  No family will be turned away due to financial need.

For questions about BVCC, please contact Rochelle Celedon at 415-713-0625 (rochelle.bvcc@gmail.com) or Judy Diaz at 415-283-5545 (judy.bvcc@gmail.com).

INFECTION MITIGATION PLAN

We continue to endure the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.  To prevent the spread of COVID-19 at school, we have developed a School Infection Mitigation Plan, available on our school website at http://www.stpeterssf.org/pandemic-reopening-plan

Please remember -- If your child is feeling ill or has been exposed to COVID-19, phone the school office and keep your child at home!  

Symptoms to watch out for include:

• Fever -- 100.4°F / 38°C or higher

• Cough

• Severe headache

• Sore throat

• Shortness of breath or trouble breathing

• New loss of taste or smell

• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

REMINDERS:

September 6-16    STAR Assessments, Window #1

September 8         8:30 AM Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory High School presentation to 8th grade

September 13       8:30 AM School Mass

September 14       Minimum Day Dismissal

September 15       8:30 AM Lick Wilmerding High School presentation to 8th grade

September 15       6:00 PM  8th grade Parent Zoom Meeting

September 16     Middle School electives begin

QUE PASA 8/31/22 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

     September will be upon us tomorrow, and I feel that our school year is off to a strong start, thanks to all the members of our school family—teachers, staff, students, parents, and caregivers.  As a community, we are living our core values to Grow, Accomplish, Love, Serve, and Unite, and our KEYS (Knowledge feeds GROWTH; Every ACCOMPLISHMENT needs courage;  You are LOVE; and Service Unites) are daily reminders at school to help us live out our core values.   

     We also have our Student Learning Expectations-- “SLEs”—which further guide our students to live the Core Values.  The teachers and I will be regularly referencing our SLEs, which are listed below, posted throughout the school, and available on our school website, www.stpeterssf.org.  

A St. Peter’s student has the KEYS to…

GROW by...

- setting and evaluating individual goals to grow spiritually, socially, emotionally, academically, and physically.

- embracing new experiences with an open heart and open mind.

- facing challenges with optimism and faith in God. 

ACCOMPLISH by...

- listening and communicating effectively in social and academic environments.

- demonstrating critical thinking skills and knowledge in all subject areas.

- using technology effectively and responsibly. 

LOVE by…

- making choices based on the teachings of Jesus Christ.

- nurturing a spiritual life through prayer, retreats, masses, and the sacraments.

- demonstrating an appreciation for what others have done for us.

SERVE by…

- living out the corporal and spiritual Works of Mercy.

- sharing time, gifts, and joy with the school community.

- participating in outreach to strengthen ties with those outside of our school community.

UNITE by…

- engaging in weekly school Mass and morning prayer assemblies.

- supporting and encouraging others in order to strengthen school community.

- welcoming people of all backgrounds as St. Peter’s community members.

Plus--remember that faculty and staff continue to award virtual KEYS on Class Dojo whenever they witness a child living out the core values.  Whenever your child receives a virtual KEY, you’ll receive a Class Dojo notification, and your child can trade in those KEYS for a prize!  

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

VIRTUAL BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHTS

TONIGHT is the first of our two Virtual Back to School Nights, where teachers will share information about themselves and on what to expect (such as academic resources, projects, and classroom rules) for the coming school year.  Please see the schedule below to know when to meet with your child’s teacher on ZOOM.  Each teacher will share his/her Zoom link on Class Dojo, so look out for that information, and join the Zoom!

Wednesday, August 31  

5:00 PM – Kindergarten with Ms. Imperial and Mrs. Gonzalez

5:30 PM – 1st Grade with Ms. Bruno

6:00 PM – 2nd Grade with Mrs. Gurleyen

6:30 PM – 3rd Grade with Ms. Wong  

Thursday, September 2

5:00 PM – 4th Grade with Mr. Guzman

5:30 PM – 5th Grade with Ms. Amy

6:00 PM – 6th, 7th and 8th grades with all Middle School teachers—Mrs. Fuaau, Ms, Bishop, Mr. Reyes, Mr. Suarez, Mrs. Fresnoza

UPCOMING STUDENT HOLIDAYS

As noted on our school calendar, there is no school for students this Friday, September 2 while all teachers of the Archdiocese attend a Faith Formation In-Service.

There is also no school on Monday, September 5 for the Labor Day holiday.

Stay safe and enjoy the 4-day weekend, and we’ll resume the usual school schedule on Tuesday, September 6.

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 khaki pants 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.

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!

SCHOOL DAY SCHEDULEWe are no longer following a staggered intake schedule.  The Alabama gate and Florida doors will open for students and parents at 7:45 AM, and you may wait on the schoolyard for the first bell at 7:55 AM.  Students may begin walking to class at 7:55 AM, and will be marked tardy if not in class by 8:00 AM.

*Unless you have a pre-arranged appointment, please do not disturb teachers in their classrooms during the morning, as they require this time to prepare for the school day.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays are 3:00 PM dismissal days, unless otherwise noted on the school calendar.  School gates and doors will close at 3:15 PM.

Wednesdays are Minimum Days with 12:30 PM dismissal.  School gates and doors will close at 12:45 PM on Minimum Days.

Important Reminder:  When dropping off or picking up your child/children, please do not park or leave your car unattended in the white zone or in the schoolyard driveway.  This area must remain open in case of emergencies.  Thank you for your cooperation!

IMPORTANT FORMS AND INFORMATION

If you have not already done so, please complete and return all forms that were distributed on the first day of school. This includes:

- Emergency Card

- Medical Information Packet

- Media Release Form

- Technology Acceptable Use Policy

- Handbook Acknowledgement Form

- Permission to Walk Home from School 

- Home Language Survey for Title III Funding

- For Middle Schoolers – Student Discipline Policy

BVCC AFTER SCHOOL SERVICES 

Any students participating in BVCC must first be registered in the program.  Registration forms are available in the school office.  Children's Council and Sliding Scale available. Forms may be dropped off in the school office with a check.  (Venmo is also accepted – @BVCCatStPeters.  Please do NOT leave cash in the office.  No family will be turned away due to financial need.

For questions about BVCC, please contact Rochelle Celedon at 415-713-0625 (rochelle.bvcc@gmail.com) or Judy Diaz at 415-283-5545 (judy.bvcc@gmail.com).

INFECTION MITIGATION PLAN

We continue to endure the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.  To prevent the spread of COVID-19 at school, we have developed a School Infection Mitigation Plan, available on our school website at http://www.stpeterssf.org/pandemic-reopening-plan

Please remember -- If your child is feeling ill or has been exposed to COVID-19, phone the school office and keep your child at home!  

🡪 Symptoms to watch out for include:

• Fever -- 100.4°F / 38°C or higher

• Cough

• Severe headache

• Sore throat

• Shortness of breath or trouble breathing

• New loss of taste or smell

• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

REMINDERS:

August 31         Virtual Back to School Night for grades K-3

September 1     Virtual Back to School Night for grades 4-8

September 2      No School – Teacher In-Service

September 5      No School – Labor Day Holiday

September 7     Minimum Day Dismissal

QUE PASA 8/24/22 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

Welcome back to school! I hope that you and your loved ones were able to rest and spend quality time with each other over the summer, returning to school rejuvenated to learn and grow together!

For this new school year, let us pray:  

God of our past, our present and our future,

God of our dreams, our designs and our decisions,

Be love in us as we journey through this new school year.                 

Be our inner vision, that we may see life through your eyes,

Be our inner hearing, that we may listen well for your call,

Be our inner judgment, so we may discern clearly that which gives life, promotes growth, and nurtures love.                                        

As we move into this school year, fill us with hope and abiding trust that you dwell in us,

So that, in both joy and sorrow, we radiate hope.  AMEN.                                                                                      

(from https://rscj.org/prayer-new-school-year)

The Que Pasa will be shared each Wednesday through Class Dojo and SchoolSpeak email.  All Que Pasa updates can be found on our school website at http://www.stpeterssf.org/parents-students.  Please take the time to read through the newsletter each week since it does contain important information.

I look forward to another great school year with everyone in our St. Peter’s Family!                                                  Grow, Accomplish, Love, Serve, Unite! St. Peter’s has the KEYS to Open Hearts, Open Minds!

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

WELCOME TO ST. PETER’S SCHOOL!

We warmly welcome all new students and families to our school community!  In addition, we have new teachers joining our school family: 

In Kindergarten - Ms. Isabella Imperial

In 1st Grade - Ms. Tylia Bruno

In 3rd Grade - Ms. Wendy Wong

In 6th grade homeroom and Middle School Social Studies - Mr. Manuel Reyes

In 7th grade homeroom and Middle School Math - Ms. Alexis Bishop

We also welcome back from maternity leave Mrs. Nina Fuaau in 8th grade homeroom and Middle School Language Arts.

Best wishes to all of our new and returning faculty, staff, students, and families!

CULTURAL VISION

We continue to help our students live out St. Peter’s KEYS, which are based on our core values of Grow, Accomplish, Love, Serve, and Unite:

Knowledge feeds GROWTH. 

Every ACCOMPLISHMENT needs courage.

You are LOVE.

SERVICE UNITES.

This year, faculty and staff continue to award virtual KEYS on Class Dojo whenever they witness a child living out the core values.  Whenever your child receives a virtual KEY, you’ll receive a Class Dojo notification, and your child can trade in those KEYS for a prize!

IMPORTANT FORMS AND INFORMATION

If you have not already done so, please complete and return all forms that were distributed on the first day of school by this Friday, August 26.  This includes:

- Emergency Card

- Medical Information Packet

- Media Release Form

- Technology Acceptable Use Policy

- Handbook Acknowledgement Form

- Permission to Walk Home from School 

- Home Language Survey for Title III Funding

- For Middle Schoolers – Student Discipline Policy

SCHOOL DAY SCHEDULEWe are no longer following a staggered intake schedule.  The Alabama gate and Florida doors will open for students and parents at 7:45 AM, and you may wait on the schoolyard for the first bell at 7:55 AM.  Students may begin walking to class at 7:55 AM, and will be marked tardy if not in class by 8:00 AM.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays are 3:00 PM dismissal days, unless otherwise noted on the school calendar.  School gates and doors will close at 3:15 PM.

Wednesdays are Minimum Days with 12:30 PM dismissal.  School gates and doors will close at 12:45 PM on Minimum Days.

Important Reminder:  When dropping off or picking up your child/children, please do not park or leave your car unattended in the white zone or in the schoolyard driveway.  This area must remain open in case of emergencies.  Thank you for your cooperation!

CAFETERIA and LUNCHES

Cafeteria service will begin on Thursday, August 25. 

School lunches are $3.00 for the entree, $0.75 for water, and $0.75 for SunChips.

Students may order school lunches daily with CASH payments, or parents may place orders on the Cafeteria Venmo account @StPeters-Lunch.  Venmo lunch orders must be completed by 8:30 AM.  You may also order lunches ahead of time (for the month or the week) on Venmo.  Be sure to include your child’s name, grade, and items to be ordered.

*Note that the Cafeteria Venmo account is different from the Venmo school tuition/fees account.

Remember that school lunches may NOT be dropped off at the school office during the school day.  On regular dismissal days, students bring a lunch from home, or order a lunch from the cafeteria.  We also encourage students to bring a snack to eat during morning recess.

To see the lunch menu for August and September, click on this link to the school website: 

http://www.stpeterssf.org/parents-students

INFECTION MITIGATION PLAN

We continue to endure the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.  To prevent the spread of COVID-19 at school, we have developed a School Infection Mitigation Plan, available on our school website at http://www.stpeterssf.org/pandemic-reopening-plan

Please remember -- If your child is feeling ill, phone the school office and keep your child at home!  

🡪 Symptoms to watch out for include:

• Fever -- 100.4°F / 38°C or higher

• Cough

• Severe headache

• Sore throat

• Shortness of breath or trouble breathing

• New loss of taste or smell

• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

BVCC AFTER SCHOOL SERVICES

BVCC after-school services will begin on Monday, August 29.

BVCC Registration forms are located in the school office.  

No students will be accepted until a registration form is filled, and the registration fee and any outstanding balance are paid.

Children's Council and Sliding Scale available. 

Forms may be dropped off in the school office with a check.  (Venmo is also accepted – @BVCCatStPeters.  Please do NOT leave cash in the office.  

No family will be turned away due to financial need.

For questions about BVCC, please contact Rochelle Celedon at 415-713-0625 (rochelle.bvcc@gmail.com) or Judy Diaz at 415-283-5545 (judy.bvcc@gmail.com).

VIRTUAL BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHTS

This year, we will once again have Virtual Back to School Nights, where teachers will share information on what to expect (such as academic resources, projects, and classroom rules) for the coming school year.  Please see the schedule below to know when to meet with your child’s teacher on ZOOM.  Each teacher will share his/her Zoom link on Class Dojo, so look out for that information on Class Dojo!

Wednesday, August 31  

5:00 PM – Kindergarten with Ms. Imperial and Mrs. Gonzalez

5:30 PM – 1st Grade with Ms. Bruno

6:00 PM – 2nd Grade with Mrs. Gurleyen

6:30 PM – 3rd Grade with Ms. Wong  

Thursday, September 2

5:00 PM – 4th Grade with Mr. Guzman

5:30 PM – 5th Grade with Ms. Amy

6:00 PM – 6th, 7th and 8th grades with all Middle School teachers—Mrs. Fuaau, Ms, Bishop, Mr. Reyes, Mr. Suarez, Mrs. Fresnoza

REMINDERS:

August 25         Cafeteria services begin

August 26         All school forms due

August 29         BVCC Services Begin

August 31         Virtual Back to School Night for grades K-3

September 1     Virtual Back to School Night for grades 4-8

September 2      No School – Teacher In-Service

September 5      No School – Labor Day Holiday

QUE PASA 6/8/22 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

        Together, we made it to the last few days of school!  Your child progressed and developed socially, academically, and spiritually this year at St. Peter’s. Continue to support their growth over the summer. Seek out fun, new, and enriching experiences as a family.  Read books and magazines for fun.  Enjoy the outdoors safely. Pray together.  I promise to do the same with my own family!  

        I share with you this prayer to end this school year:

God of wisdom,We thank you for all the gifts you have given us throughout this school year. We praise you for blessing us with knowledge, so that we may use this knowledge to make our world a better place—to be positive examples of love and service. 

As we come to the end of this school year, we thank you for the good things you have done for us, and we praise you for all who have shared in the work of this school. We ask you to bless them in your love and give them refreshment and peace. 

We pray that everyone has a safe summer, and for us to return to school even more ready to learn and grow.We ask this through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns forever and ever. AMEN. 

And don’t forget…

Grow, Accomplish, Love, Serve, Unite!  

St. Peter’s has the KEYS to OPEN HEARTS, OPEN MINDS!

Have a great summer! ☺

See you for the new school year on August 22!

 --Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

SCHOOL MASS SCHEDULE

This Friday, June 10, we will have school Mass at 8:30 AM in celebration of our last day of school.  You are invited to join us for Mass!

Since we will be attending school Mass on June 10, please be sure that your child is in complete school uniform.  No Gray sweats or free dress passes may be used on this day.

SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDERS

During the last week of school (June 6-10), there will be no BVCC after-school services while they prepare for their summer program.

Please plan accordingly so that your child(ren) are picked up at the appropriate school dismissal time, listed below:

• Thursday, June 9 - 12:30 PM  (Minimum Day)

• Friday, June 10 - 10:30 AM  (Last day of School)

FINAL REPORT CARDS

Report cards will be sent home with students on the last day of school–Friday, June 10.  Please be sure to check your child’s report card and store it in a safe place! 

THANK YOU, TEACHERS AND STAFF!

We are grateful for our St. Peter’s School teachers and staff, for all the love and commitment that they’ve shown to our students!

We would like to wish the following teachers our best wishes as they move on from St. Peter’s School:

- Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Jennifer Gonsalves

- 1st Grade teacher, Ms. Christina Mincin

- Middle School Social Studies teacher, Ms. Felicitas Tonna

- PE teacher, Mr. Andre Licudine

- Mercy Corp Volunteer, Ms. Alivia Schmidt-Sanders

- Marketing Coordinator, Mr. Ricardo Romero

- 3rd Grade teacher, Mrs. Cyndi Gonzalez, who is retiring after 48 years of service at St. Peter’s School!

You are all in our prayers while you embark on your next adventures in life!

COVID HOME TEST KITS

Through the local school district, our school has received a supply of free COVID home test kits for students.  We have distributed another home test kit to each student, which may be used as needed.  If your child did not give their test kit to you, please check their backpack for the test and keep it in a safe place for future use.

BVCC SUMMER PROGRAM

BVCC Summer Camp Registration is now available!

BVCC welcomes all students from St. Peter's and other schools to join our camp, June 13 - July 29.  Extended Care is available.  Register online using this link – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1kbXPMXFnUyRpyKA9R8W98HZcIIjNM3VtJj5nxe0mJA8/edit. 

If you need help with the application, please call BVCC at 415-283-5545 or 415-713-0625 to set up an appointment.  Financial Assistance available for everyone.  

**REMINDER** – BVCC will be closed June 6-10 to prepare for the Summer Program.  Please plan accordingly!

REMINDERS:

June 8          12:30 Dismissal

June 9          8:45 AM - Kindergarten celebration

June 9          12:30 Dismissal

June 10        8:30 AM School Mass

June 10        10:30 AM Dismissal - Last Day of School! 

QUE PASA 6/1/22 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

        The 8th graders are taking their final steps towards GRADUATION!  We proudly share in their accomplishments as we—their families and teachers—have helped them to lay the foundation for their future.  We are especially proud of them as this school year presented a variety of challenges and obstacles, yet they moved forward with open hearts and open minds.  Now, they are ready to take on their next steps in high school!

Let us offer this prayer for our soon-to-be graduates:

 Loving God, we thank you for our graduates. You have blessed them during their years at St. Peter’s School with wisdom, friendships, and skills. Continue to challenge them to make this world a better place. Help them to look forward to their next steps in high school. Give them faith and a sense of purpose in 

their next steps. Show them how to serve others in effective ways.  May they be aware in everything they do that they find fulfillment in doing your will, that you will be with them always, and that you will bring to completion the good work you have begun in them.  AMEN.

GO CLASS OF 2022!!! We are so proud of you!

 --Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

SCHOOL MASS and PRAYER SERVICE SCHEDULE

As a school we will attend the Class of 2022 Baccalaureate Mass in honor of our 8th graders on Friday, June 3 at 9:30 AM.

On Tuesday, June 7, we will have a Kindergarten - 7th grade Awards Ceremony and Prayer Service at 1:15 PM.

During the final week of school, there will be no Tuesday school Mass.  Instead, we will have school Mass on Friday, June 10 at 8:30 AM in celebration of our last day of school.

Since we will be attending school Mass on June 3 and June 10, please be sure that your child is in complete school uniform.  No Gray sweats or free dress passes may be used on these days.

SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDERS

During the last week of school (June 6-10), there will be no BVCC after-school services while they prepare for their summer program.

Please plan accordingly so that your child(ren) are picked up at the appropriate school dismissal time, listed below:

• Monday, June 6 - 3:00 PM

• Tuesday, June 7 - 3:00 PM

• Wednesday, June 8 - 12:30 PM  (Minimum Day)

• Thursday, June 9 - 12:30 PM  (Minimum Day)

• Friday, June 10 - 10:30 AM  (Last day of School)

YEARBOOK SALE

The 2021-2022 yearbooks have arrived! Make sure to get your keepsake of this school year for only $25.

There are two ways to get your yearbook:

1.  Purchase through Venmo. Send $25 to @SPeters-School. Be sure to put your child’s full name, grade, and YEARBOOK in the comments. Yearbooks will be delivered to students in their homerooms.

2.  Purchase directly at the front office with $25 cash only.

Get your copy soon! Supplies are limited!

BVCC SUMMER PROGRAM

BVCC Summer Camp Registration is now available!

BVCC welcomes all students from St. Peter's and other schools to join our camp, June 13 - July 29.  Extended Care is available.  Register online using this link – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1kbXPMXFnUyRpyKA9R8W98HZcIIjNM3VtJj5nxe0mJA8/edit. 

If you need help with the application, please call BVCC at 415-283-5545 or 415-713-0625 to set up an appointment.  Financial Assistance available for everyone.  

**REMINDER** – BVCC will be closed June 6-10 to prepare for the Summer Program.  Please plan accordingly!

MAY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

Homeroom teachers identify Students of the Month at the end of each month.  We celebrate these students because they have exemplified living the St. Peter’s KEYS:

Knowledge feeds GROWTH. 

Every ACCOMPLISHMENT needs courage.

You are LOVE.

SERVICE UNITES.

Congratulations to our May Students of the Month!

Kindergarten - Like a TRUE VALEDICTORIAN, Gavin Contreras has shown that he has the KEYS to OPEN ANY DOOR! He is OUR STAR shining BRIGHT for all to see. With his GENEROUS SPIRIT, COLLABORATIVE NATURE, and WINNING SMILE, Gavin is a LEADER in Kindergarten. He's the BEE that has BUZZED the most! Gavin has CLIMBED MOUNTAINS with Jiji and TRAVELED the WORLD in Lexia. We are excited to see what Gavin will accomplish next! GO GAVIN GO!! WE  LOVE YOU!!! 

1st Grade - Alexander Villasenor has grown so much since the beginning of the school year. He is someone who tries to be a better person each and every day. He is a math superstar, and is someone who loves to help his friends. Piggie and Elephant are so proud of you!! Keep up the amazing work Alexander! 

2nd Grade - Solina Ramirez Herrera is kind, always has a great attitude, and is an excellent student. She brings joy and positivity wherever she goes. She has always been an excellent reader and is now a great mathematician as well. We are all so glad that Solina has joined us at St. Peter's this year. 

3rd Grade - Geovanna Carreto always tries her best.  She works hard at home and in class on all ELA and Math assignments and projects.  We are very proud of you,Geo! Keep up your work ethic as you move toward the fourth grade. 

4th Grade - Aaron Mendoza has really stepped up recently as a classroom leader urging his friends to unite and follow classroom rules so that they may have a quiet space to learn and grow as students.  He is also very thoughtful in his answers and responses to questions asked in class.  Like his friends before him, he has been a star and a shining example of a student striving to live out our school's KEYS.  Keep up the good work, Aaron!

5th Grade - Veronica Juarez is an exemplary student. She is committed to doing her best and seeking new challenges. Veronica is always ready to help others and has an excellent responsible attitude to all her learning. Veronica also writes beautifully.  We have a budding author in our midst. Way to go, Vee!

6th Grade - Isaiah Arguello is a shining star! Isaiah, you share your light and gifts not only with everyone in our 6th grade community, but also with the greater St. Peter's Community! Isaiah, I am so proud of the young leader you are becoming and know you will be so successful in the future! Congratulations Isaiah, you make our classroom a better place! :)

7th Grade - Zinara Fuentes shows a St. Peter's attitude through the thoughtfulness she puts into her school work and into caring for those around her. She is a responsible young lady, and everyone knows that she is always willing to listen to her peers and their struggles. She always has your back! Way to go, Zinara! You will do great in eighth grade!

8th Grade - Jayden Grajeda is a generous, caring, and ambitious young man who has the power to bring out the best in his peers and anyone he surrounds himself with. Jayden always comes to the classroom prepared to learn and help others in need. I look forward to hopefully hearing all Jayden accomplishes outside of his small community here at St. Peter’s, which he will soon leave to embark on a new journey into high school! Good luck, Jayden! Congratulations on all your accomplishments! 

REMINDERS:

June 2           4th and 7th Grades Field Trip - California Academy of Sciences

June 2          5th Grade Field Trip - SFPL Bookmobile

June 2          8th Grade Picnic - San Bruno Park

June 3          9:30 AM - Baccalaureate Mass

June 3          4:30 PM - 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony

June 7          1:15 PM - K-7 Awards Ceremony and Prayer Service in church

June 8          12:30 Dismissal

June 9          Kindergarten celebration

June 9          12:30 Dismissal

June 10        8:30 AM School Mass

June 10        10:30 AM Dismissal - Last Day of School!

QUE PASA 5/25/22 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

        It’s SPIRIT WEEK at St. Peter’s School--a special week where we can celebrate our unity and school pride.  As parents, some ways we can show school spirit are by supporting our children as they learn new things at school and guiding them to have open hearts and open minds.  While we take part in this week recognizing the different ways we can show our school spirit, let us take time to pray as a community to the HOLY SPIRIT for guidance and strength, especially in these final weeks of school.  Also, as we celebrate Memorial Day this Monday, we honor and remember those who died while protecting others and protecting our rights and freedoms.  We pray for the soldiers who have given their lives for our country, and reflect on how we ourselves can peacefully work for justice in our world.

COME, HOLY SPIRIT,

And fill our hearts with your gifts.

Let our love be true and our charity be generous.

Help us in all our needs 

and grant us the knowledge to do what is right.

Advise us in our doubts, 

strengthen us in our weaknesses, 

protect us when we are tempted, 

and console us when we are afraid.

Graciously hear us, O Holy Spirit, and pour your light into our hearts, minds, and souls.

Guide us to live holy lives and to grow in goodness and grace.

AMEN.

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

MEMORIAL DAY HOLIDAY and SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDERS

There is no school on Monday, May 30 for the Memorial Day Holiday.

During the last week of school (June 6-10), there will be no BVCC after-school services while they prepare for their summer program.

Please plan accordingly so that your child(ren) are picked up at the appropriate school dismissal time, listed below:

• Monday, June 6 - 3:00 PM

• Tuesday, June 7 - 3:00 PM

• Wednesday, June 8 - 12:30 PM  (Minimum Day)

• Thursday, June 9 - 12:30 PM  (Minimum Day)

• Friday, June 10 - 10:30 AM  (Last day of School)

SPIRIT WEEK

Here are the remaining days of Spirit Week this week:

May 26 - Throwback Thursday

May 27 - Fancy Friday

Participate in the themes for each day, and earn Spirit points for your class.  The class with the most Spirit points at the end of the week will win a class prize!

Thank you to our Student Council for planning the themes and activities for Spirit Week!

SCHOOL MASS and PRAYER SERVICE SCHEDULE

Next week, there will be no school Mass on Tuesday.  Instead, as a school we will attend the Class of 2022 Baccalaureate Mass in honor of our 8th graders on Friday, June 3 at 9:30 AM.

On Tuesday, June 7, we will have a Kindergarten - 7th grade Awards Ceremony and Prayer Service at 1:15 PM.

During the final week of school, there will be no Tuesday school Mass.  Instead, we will have school Mass on Friday, June 10 at 8:30 AM in celebration of our last day of school.

Since we will be attending school Mass on June 3 and June 10, please be sure that your child is in complete school uniform.

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2022-2023

The completed re-registration forms are now overdue.  Please submit this form if you haven’t done so already.  

The $500 registration fee is also now past due, and will help to secure your child’s spot in their class for 2022-2023.

To reference the letter with the tuition rates and re-registration form, see the Class Dojo post from February 24, or call the school office to have another letter and form sent home.

BVCC SUMMER PROGRAM

BVCC Summer Camp Registration is now available!

BVCC welcomes all students from St. Peter's and other schools to join our camp, June 13 - July 29.  Extended Care is available.  Register online using this link – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1kbXPMXFnUyRpyKA9R8W98HZcIIjNM3VtJj5nxe0mJA8/edit. 

If you need help with the application, please call BVCC at 415-283-5545 or 415-713-0625 to set up an appointment.  Financial Assistance available for everyone.  

**REMINDER** – BVCC will be closed June 6-10 to prepare for the Summer Program.  Please plan accordingly!

REMINDERS:

May 23-27    SPIRIT WEEK

May 26         6th Grade Field Trip - Walt Disney Museum

May 30         No School - Memorial Day Holiday

June 1           Minimum Day Dismissal

June 2           4th and 7th Grades Field Trip - California Academy of Sciences

June 2         5th Grade Field Trip - SFPL Bookmobile

June 2          8th Grade Picnic - San Bruno Park

June 3          9:30 AM - Baccalaureate Mass

June 3          4:30 PM - 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony

June 7          1:15 PM - K-7 Awards Ceremony and Prayer Service in church

June 8          12:30 Dismissal

June 9          Kindergarten celebration

June 9          12:30 Dismissal

June 10        8:30 AM School Mass. 

June 10        10:30 AM Dismissal - Last Day of School!

QUE PASA 5/18/22 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       While we continue to pray to our Blessed Mother Mary during this month of May, we are reminded that without Mary and her courage, love, and faith in God, we would not have had our savior Jesus in our lives.  We are still in the Easter season, so we continue to remember Jesus’ sacrifice and the miracle of Jesus’ resurrection. 

       Next week, we celebrate the 40th day after Easter, and that means we celebrate the Feast of the Ascension—when Jesus rose to Heaven, body and soul.  In gratitude for and awe in Jesus’ glorious ascension, let us pray the prayer of the Ascension, while also asking God for guidance to keep up our strength and hope during these last few weeks of school:

God our Father,

make us joyful

in the ascension of your Son Jesus Christ.

May we follow him into the new creation,

for his ascension is our glory and our hope.

We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son

who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,

one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDERS

As indicated on our school calendar, next week on Monday, May 23 we have a Minimum Day dismissal.

Also, there is no school on Monday, May 30 for the Memorial Day Holiday.

SPIRIT WEEK

Next week (May 23-27) is Spirit Week!  A flier will be shared on Class Dojo with details about the theme for each day.  Class participation points will be rewarded, and the classes with the most points at the end of Spirit Week will receive a school spirit prize!

May 23 - Magical Monday

May 24 - Twin Tuesday

May 25 - Wacky Wednesday

May 26 - Throwback Thursday

May 27 - Fancy Friday

COVID-19 NOTIFICATIONS and HOME TEST KITS

As shared via SchoolSpeak email, there have been school COVID cases reported from last week and earlier this week.  If you received notification that your child’s class was affected, please follow the directions given to you for testing and monitor your child for symptoms.  Students in affected classes are required to wear masks while at school.

Through the local school district, our school has received a supply of free COVID home test kits for students.  This week, we distributed another home test kit to each student, which may be used as needed.  If your child did not give their test kit to you, please check their backpack for the test and keep it in a safe place for future use.

If you have any questions about the COVID home test kits, please contact the school office.

STUDENT COUNCIL ELECTIONS

Last week, our Student Council election procese came to a conclusion.  We are proud of all the students who ran for office–they are role models for showing growth and courage as they opened their hearts and minds to being our student leaders. 

Below are the final election results.  Congratulations to our new Student Council officers for the 2022-2023 school year!

President - Joshua Cortes

Vice-President - Julissa Cabrera

Secretary - Isaiah Arguello

Treasurer - Nelly Ortiz

Commissioner of Safety - Genesis Ixcal

Commissioner of Sports - Andrea Perez

Commissioner of Religious Affairs - Matthew Chirino-Sandoval

Our new Student Council officers will be installed into their new responsibilities during our May Crowning and Student Council Installation Prayer Service tomorrow–Thursday, May 19 at 8:30 AM at St. Peter’s Church. 

JUNE 6-10 – LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL SCHEDULE

During the last week of school (June 6-10), there will be no BVCC after-school services while they prepare for their summer program.

Please plan accordingly so that your child(ren) are picked up at the appropriate school dismissal time, listed below:

• Monday, June 6 - 3:00 PM

• Tuesday, June 7 - 3:00 PM

• Wednesday, June 8 - 12:30 PM  (Minimum Day)

• Thursday, June 9 - 12:30 PM  (Minimum Day)

• Friday, June 10 - 10:30 AM  (Last day of School)

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2022-2023

The completed re-registration forms are now overdue.  Please submit this form if you haven’t done so already.  

The $500 registration fee is also now past due, and will help to secure your child’s spot in their class for 2022-2023.

To reference the letter with the tuition rates and re-registration form, see the Class Dojo post from February 24, or call the school office to have another letter and form sent home.

BVCC SUMMER PROGRAM

BVCC Summer Camp Registration is now available!

BVCC welcomes all students from St. Peter's and other schools to join our camp, June 13 - July 29.  Extended Care is available.  Register online using this link – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1kbXPMXFnUyRpyKA9R8W98HZcIIjNM3VtJj5nxe0mJA8/edit. 

If you need help with the application, please call BVCC at 415-283-5545 or 415-713-0625 to set up an appointment.  Financial Assistance available for everyone.  

**REMINDER** – BVCC will be closed June 6-10 to prepare for the Summer Program.  Please plan accordingly!

SCHOOL MASS

We continue with our weekly school Masses on Tuesday mornings at 8:30 AM.  Parents are now welcome to join us at these school Masses, finding places to sit in the pews behind the students’ seating area.  The livestream of the Mass will no longer be offered.

REMINDERS:

May 19         8:30 AM  May Crowning and Student Council Installation Prayer Service

May 23         Minimum Day Dismissal

May 23-27    SPIRIT WEEK

May 24         8:30 AM School Mass

May 25         Minimum Day Dismissal

May 26         6th Grade Field Trip - Walt Disney Museum

May 30         No School - Memorial Day Holiday

June 1           Minimum Day Dismissal

June 2           4th and 7th Grades Field Trip - California Academy of Sciences

June 2          8th Grade Picnic - San Bruno Park

June 3          9:30 AM - Baccalaureate Mass

June 3          4:30 PM - 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony

QUE PASA 5/11/2022 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

      As we continue through the Easter Season and this month of Mary, let us pray to our Blessed Mother for continued strength.  We strive to keep our faith and be reminded of the joy of new life after a time of great difficulty, as we learned from the glory of Jesus’s resurrection.  Together we can reflect on this prayer from Pope Francis:

O Mary,

You always shine on our path as a sign of salvation and of hope.

We entrust ourselves to you, who at the cross took part in Jesus' pain, keeping your faith firm.

You know what we need,

and we are sure you will provide so that, as in Cana of Galilee, we may return to joy and to feasting after a time of trial.

Help us, Mother of Divine Love, to conform to the will of the Father and to do as we are told by Jesus,

who has taken upon himself our sufferings and carried our sorrows to lead us, through the cross, to the joy of the resurrection.                                                     

Under your protection, we seek refuge, Holy Mother of God … deliver us from every danger, O glorious and blessed Virgin.  Amen.

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

FIRST COMMUNION MASS

Last weekend, we celebrated the Confirmation of 28 of our 8th graders, who are now sealed with the gifts of the Holy Spirit.  This weekend, you are now welcome to join in the celebration of our First Communion Mass!  This  Mass will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, May 14, at St. Peter’s Catholic Church.

GOD BLESS all of our First Communicants as they prepare to receive the Body and Blood of Jesus this weekend!  Thank you to all our families and teachers who have helped them to receive this Most Blessed Sacrament!

COVID HOME TEST KITS

Through the local school district, our school has received a supply of free COVID home test kits for students.  Yesterday, we distributed one home test kit to each student, which may be used as needed.  If your child did not give their test kit to you, please check their backpack for the test and keep it in a safe place for future use.

If you have any questions about the COVID home test kits, please contact the school office.

STUDENT COUNCIL ELECTIONS

This week, our Student Council Officer elections process will be coming to a conclusion.  The final elections will be held this Friday at school.  We are proud of all the students who are showing growth and courage as they open their hearts and minds to being our student leaders.  Please keep them in your prayers during these final days of their preparations for the elections! 

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2022-2023

The completed re-registration forms are now overdue.  Please submit this form if you haven’t done so already.  

The $500 registration fee is also now past due, and will help to secure your child’s spot in their class for 2022-2023.

To reference the letter with the tuition rates and re-registration form, see the Class Dojo post from February 24, or call the school office to have another letter and form sent home.

BVCC SUMMER PROGRAM

BVCC Summer Camp Registration is now available!

BVCC welcomes all students from St. Peter's and other schools to join our camp, June 13 - July 29.  Extended Care is available.  Register online using this link – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1kbXPMXFnUyRpyKA9R8W98HZcIIjNM3VtJj5nxe0mJA8/edit. 

If you need help with the application, please call BVCC at 415-283-5545 or 415-713-0625 to set up an appointment.  Financial Assistance available for everyone.  

REMINDER – BVCC will be closed June 6-10 to prepare for the Summer Program.  Please plan accordingly!

SCHOOL MASS

We continue with our weekly school Masses on Tuesday mornings at 8:30 AM.  At this time, we will now be attending Mass as a whole school instead of half-school groups, as COVID mandates in church have been lifted.  Parents are now welcome to join us at these school Masses, finding places to sit in the pews behind the students’ seating area.  The livestream of the Mass will no longer be offered.

REMINDERS:

May 2-13    STAR Assessment Window #4

May 2-13    Student Council Election Process

May 13       Student Council Final Elections

May 14       1:00 PM  First Holy Communion Mass at St. Peter’s Church

May 17        8:30 AM School Mass

May 18        Minimum Day Dismissal

May 19        8:30 AM  May Crowning and Student Council Installation Prayer Service

May 23        Minimum Day Dismissal

QUE PASA 5/4/2022 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

      This Sunday, we celebrate Mother’s Day. We recognize the important role that mothers, aunts, grandmothers, and all mother-figures play in our lives!  We are thankful for the love they show us and the sacrifices they make for us. During this month of May, we also dedicate time to pray to our Blessed Mother Mary.  We look to Mary as an example of faith, love, and courage as she said YES to God!  Let us pray in thanksgiving for our Blessed Mother Mary and for all mother-figures in our lives.

Heavenly Father, 

We Praise You and we thank You for the gift of our mothers, through whom You give us life and through whom we experience love. We thank You for Mary, the mother of our Lord Jesus Christ, a mother so gracious and a woman of example in motherhood for all of us.  May our prayer warm the hearts of all mothers. May they know that they are loved and precious. May mothers all over the world feel in their heart the joys of being called a mother and in all their goodness and all their failings, be blessed in Your love and forgiveness.  We pray in Grace they belong close to You Lord Jesus Christ, AMEN.

(Prayer by Geevetha Mary Samuel)

We also pray for our 8th graders who are receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation this weekend!  Their renewal of faith is a joyful reminder of our own continued process to renew our faith this Easter season as we find new life in Christ.  

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

TRIMESTER 3 PROGRESS REPORTS

Today, all students were sent home with their Trimester 3 Progress Reports.  This report will provide a snapshot of your child’s academic and behavioral progress so far during this trimester; final report cards will come out in June.  Please sign and return the Progress Report by this Friday.  If you have any questions, please contact your child’s teacher.

TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK
This week, let your teachers know what you appreciate most about them!  Thank you to all of our dedicated, hardworking teachers!

CONFIRMATION MASS

You are welcome to witness our Confirmation candidates renew their faith and strengthen the gifts of the Holy Spirit within themselves: wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and fear of the Lord.

The Confirmation Mass will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, May 7, at St. Mary’s Cathedral (1111 Gough Street in San Francisco).

GOD BLESS all of our Confirmation candidates during this special time in their faith journey!

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2022-2023

The completed re-registration forms are now overdue.  Please submit this form if you haven’t done so already.  

The $500 registration fee is also now past due, and will help to secure your child’s spot in their class for 2022-2023.

To reference the letter with the tuition rates and re-registration form, see the Class Dojo post from February 24, or call the school office to have another letter and form sent home.

BVCC SUMMER PROGRAM

BVCC Summer Camp Registration is now available!

BVCC welcomes all students from St. Peter's and other schools to join our camp, June 13 - July 29.  Extended Care is available.  Register online using this link – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1kbXPMXFnUyRpyKA9R8W98HZcIIjNM3VtJj5nxe0mJA8/edit. 

If you need help with the application, please call BVCC at 415-283-5545 or 415-713-0625 to set up an appointment.  Financial Assistance available for everyone.  

REMINDER – BVCC will be closed June 6-10 to prepare for the Summer Program.  Please plan accordingly!

CYO SUMMER CAMP

Thanks to the help of our friends at Caritas Creek (where our middle schoolers attend camp during the school year), our 2nd through 8th grade students have the opportunity to attend CYO Summer Camp at a discounted rate!

At this week-long CYO Summer Camp in Occidental, California, students can participate in a number of different activities, such as nature hikes, campfires, archery, arts & crafts, and swimming, just to name a few camp experiences.  Campers are encouraged to try new activities, build positive relationships, and have fun!  

To learn more about CYO Summer Camp, visit their website at https://www.catholiccharitiessf.org/cyocamp/cyo-pages/catholic-charities-cyo-summer-camp.html

The regular price of this week-long camp experience is $865, but St. Peter’s students may attend at the discounted rate of $145 as long as all requested documents are submitted on time.

**There is an optional $60 transportation fee if your child will be using the CYO bus service to travel to and from camp. Otherwise, parents may drive their child to and from camp.

The Camp sessions are listed below:

• Session 1 → June 26 - July 2

• Session 2 → July 3 - 9

• Session 3 → July 11 - 17 

• Session 4 → July 19 - 25

• Session 5 → July 27 - August 2

SPACE IS LIMITED IN EACH SESSION.  

All completed forms and payments must be submitted to the St. Peter’s School office in order to reserve your child’s spot at camp with the discounted price, and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

If your child is interested in attending CYO Summer Camp, please call the school office at 415-647-8662 or send a message via Class Dojo, and we can send home the camp registration forms with your child.  Or, you may drop by the school office to pick up the forms.

Please contact the school office if you have any questions!

SCHOOL MASS

We continue with our weekly school Masses on Tuesday mornings at 8:30 AM.  At this time, we will now be attending Mass as a whole school instead of half-school groups, as COVID mandates in church have been lifted.  Parents are now welcome to join us at these school Masses, finding places to sit in the pews behind the students’ seating area.  The livestream of the Mass will no longer be offered.

APRIL STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

Homeroom teachers identify Students of the Month at the end of each month.  We celebrate these students because they have exemplified living the St. Peter’s KEYS:

Knowledge feeds GROWTH. 

Every ACCOMPLISHMENT needs courage.

You are LOVE.

SERVICE UNITES.

Congratulations to our April Students of the Month!

Kindergarten - Like the MAGIC of BLOOMS in the SPRING, Delilah Delgado's MAGIC has SPRUNG! She shares with us her big heart and eyes of wonder each and every day! No cast or boot can keep her on the ground! Delilah is FLYING high like the BUZZ around the SPRING BLOOMS. Her BUZZ keeps us all smiling! She puts the SUN in our SUNFLOWERS!! Delilah, KEEP REACHING for the SKY! YOU DAZZLE ALL of US! 

1st Grade - Rosemarie Garcia has grown so much this year--especially in her reading and writing! She is a reading SUPERSTAR! Rosemarie is always someone who stays on tasks, follows directions, and helps her friends when they need it. I am so proud of you Rosemarie!

2nd Grade - Melissa Navarro is a very hard worker and very kind friend. She never gives up at her work and takes it very seriously. She keeps growing as a learner, especially in math. Way to go, Melissa!

3rd Grade - Amariz Araujo-Ortega is a very hard worker.  She always completes her class and home assignments.  She enjoys helping her classmates whenever they need it.  Amariz is also very respectful to others.  Keep up your winning ways!! We are very proud of you!

4th Grade - Angel Robledo is the kind of gentleman that every class deserves to have.  He is a kind friend and works really hard to grow and accomplish as a student each day; he earned Second Honors for the Second Trimester.  Although he played a villain in our last prayer service, he has been heroic and so generous this year in class.  Keep up the great work, Angel!  You are a star!

5th Grade - Christopher Chirino-Sandoval conducts himself with maturity. He is a great student who participates in class, and is always eager to learn more.  Christopher knows the meaning of responsibility and integrity, which will take him far in life. Congratulations, Christopher, for a job well done!

6th Grade - Isabella Del Rosario is so sweet and caring! Bella, you always show LOVE to others! I am so proud of the young lady you are! I know the world is a more caring place because you are in it! Thank you so much for sharing your bright light with all people in our class and school community! Congratulations Bella, you are a ROCKSTAR! :)

7th Grade - Nelly Ortiz Alfaro is an exemplary St. Peter's student. She showed great LOVE and patience with our younger students during our STEAM Fair. With her kindness, she helps those around her to GROW! Her classmates look up to her as someone who is always on top of things, and she always has a unique way of looking at things. Keep it up, Nelly!

8th Grade - Adriana Alvarado is a thoughtful and caring individual whose generosity and loving heart will go on doing great things in this world of needed healing. Adriana always comes to the classroom every morning with an open mind and spirit. Her future teachers will be so lucky to have her as a student. Thank you for all you bring to our 8th grade community, Adriana! I'm so proud of the person you're becoming! Congratulations!

REMINDERS:

May 2-13    STAR Assessment Window #4

May 2-13    Student Council Election Process

May 4          Trimester 3 Progress Reports sent home

May 7          10:00 AM  Confirmation Mass at St. Mary’s Cathedral

May 10        8:30 AM School Mass

May 11        Minimum Day Dismissal

May 12        5:30 PM First Communion Rehearsal at St. Peter’s Church

May 13       Student Council Final Elections

May 14       1:00 PM  First Holy Communion Mass at St. Peter’s Church

QUE PASA 4/27/2022 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

      I hope you had a blessed Easter with your family! We are now in the Easter season, but what does living the spirit of the Easter season mean? Here is an Easter season reflection from “Be Fearless, Be Joyful, Be Renewed: Living the Spirit of Easter” (www.loyolapress.com) that could help us to sustain our renewed Easter hope.

Live With Joy.  The Passion and Resurrection of Jesus teach us that suffering is transformed through faith in the Risen Christ. With this faith, we are able to hold on to an enduring sense of joy even in the midst of the sadness we experience from the loss of a loved one, a failure to achieve an important goal, or a setback during recovery from an illness.

Live Without Fear.  The Resurrection teaches us that God can overcome anything, even death. When the Risen Christ appears to the women at the tomb and later to his disciples, his first words are “Do not be afraid!” (Mt 28:5). These words speak to our hearts, helping us cope with fear. Our faith allows us to trust that God can overcome our most serious problems.

Live With New Eyes. Just as the return of spring makes us feel like the whole world is new, the Resurrection of Jesus makes “all things new” (Rev. 21:5).  The Easter spirit is a spirit of renewal that enables us to show up at work with a positive attitude, to renew relationships that have been taken for granted, and to express appreciation and affection to those closest to us. It means to see the world through new eyes—God´s eyes!

The Resurrection reminds us to stay hopeful.  Let’s keep our hearts and minds open to live our core values this Easter season!

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2022-2023

The completed re-registration forms are now overdue.  Please submit this form if you haven’t done so already.  

The $500 registration fee is also now past due, and will help to secure your child’s spot in their class for 2022-2023.

To reference the letter with the tuition rates and re-registration form, see the Class Dojo post from February 24, or call the school office to have another letter and form sent home.

BVCC SUMMER PROGRAM

BVCC Summer Camp Registration is now available!

BVCC welcomes all students from St. Peter's and other schools to join our camp, June 13 - July 29.  Extended Care is available.  Register online using this link – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1kbXPMXFnUyRpyKA9R8W98HZcIIjNM3VtJj5nxe0mJA8/edit. 

If you need help with the application, please call BVCC at 415-283-5545 or 415-713-0625 to set up an appointment.  Financial Assistance available for everyone.  

REMINDER – BVCC will be closed June 6-10 to prepare for the Summer Program.  Please plan accordingly!

CYO SUMMER CAMP

Thanks to the help of our friends at Caritas Creek (where our middle schoolers attend camp during the school year), our 2nd through 8th grade students have the opportunity to attend CYO Summer Camp at a discounted rate!

At this week-long CYO Summer Camp in Occidental, California, students can participate in a number of different activities, such as nature hikes, campfires, archery, arts & crafts, and swimming, just to name a few camp experiences.  Campers are encouraged to try new activities, build positive relationships, and have fun!  

To learn more about CYO Summer Camp, visit their website at https://www.catholiccharitiessf.org/cyocamp/cyo-pages/catholic-charities-cyo-summer-camp.html

The regular price of this week-long camp experience is $865, but St. Peter’s students may attend at the discounted rate of $145 as long as all requested documents are submitted on time.

**There is an optional $60 transportation fee if your child will be using the CYO bus service to travel to and from camp. Otherwise, parents may drive their child to and from camp.

The Camp sessions are listed below:

• Session 1 → June 26 - July 2

• Session 2 → July 3 - 9

• Session 3 → July 11 - 17 

• Session 4 → July 19 - 25

• Session 5 → July 27 - August 2

SPACE IS LIMITED IN EACH SESSION.  

All completed forms and payments must be submitted to the St. Peter’s School office in order to reserve your child’s spot at camp with the discounted price, and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

If your child is interested in attending CYO Summer Camp, please call the school office at 415-647-8662 or send a message via Class Dojo, and we can send home the camp registration forms with your child.  Or, you may drop by the school office to pick up the forms.

Please contact the school office if you have any questions!

SCHOOL MASS

We continue with our weekly school Masses on Tuesday mornings at 8:30 AM.  At this time, we will now be attending Mass as a whole school instead of half-school groups, as COVID mandates in church have been lifted.  Parents are now welcome to join us at these school Masses, finding places to sit in the pews behind the students’ seating area.  The livestream of the Mass will no longer be offered.

REMINDERS:

May 2-14    STAR Assessment Window #4

May 2         Student Council Election Process begins

May 3          8:30 AM School Mass

May 4          Minimum Day Dismissal

May 4          Trimester 3 Progress Reports sent home

May 7          10:00 AM  Confirmation Mass at St. Mary’s Cathedral

May 10        8:30 AM School Mass

May 11        Minimum Day Dismissal

May 12        5:30 PM First Communion Rehearsal at St. Peter’s Church

May 13       Student Council Final Elections

May 14       10:00 AM  First Holy Communion Mass at St. Peter’s Church

QUE PASA 4/13/2022 (ENGLISH)

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, even through these challenging times, 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!  Please stay safe!

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

CALENDAR REMINDERS and EASTER VACATION

Tomorrow, Thursday April 14, is a Minimum Dismissal day.  The School office will close at 1:30 PM.

The school office will be closed through the Easter Vacation, from April 15-24.

School will resume on Monday, April 25 with a Minimum Day schedule. 

COVID TESTING AFTER VACATION

Yesterday, all students were sent home with one COVID home testing kit.  Please use this COVID test on Sunday, April 24, BEFORE your child returns to school after Easter vacation.  

All students will submit their COVID result before returning to school after the break. Photo results may be sent to Mrs. Jimenez on Class Dojo messages or via email at sjimenez@sanpedro.org.

Please call the office if you have any questions.

**Note that we have no extra COVID home tests kits; only one test kit per student will be given.

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2022-2023

The completed re-registration forms are now overdue.  Please submit this form if you haven’t done so already.  

The $500 registration fee is due on April 13, 2022, and will help to secure your child’s spot in their class for 2022-2023.

To reference the letter with the tuition rates and re-registration form, see the Class Dojo post from February 24, or call the school office to have another letter and form sent home.

MESSAGE FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE FAMILY GRANT                                        

This Friday, April 15, is the annual deadline for submitting all information to TADS, the third party needs-evaluation company that the Archdiocese uses to collect the financial data from families. This is consistent with the process we used to award tuition assistance for this year.   After the Student Aid Form has been processed by TADS, the Department of Catholic Schools gathers the completed application materials. The Archdiocese of San Francisco is unable to provide financial aid to all students who apply. 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.                                                                                               

Late applications will NOT be considered. Students must live in Marin, San Francisco, or San Mateo Counties to be considered for the Archdiocesan Scholarship. Please visit the other scholarship programs section for more opportunities. Grant notifications will be sent out to the elementary student’s families in late May/early June.                                                                                              

To use the TADS Financial Aid online application go to mytads.com. You will be guided through the application. If you have any questions, you can phone TADS at 800-477-8237.

FREE TAX HELP 

Free assistance  is available in preparing your Tax returns!  Visit uwba.org/taxhelp for trusted and secure tax help.  Help and information is also available in Spanish.

REMINDERS:

April 13            8:30 AM Stations of the Cross Prayer Service

April 13            Minimum Day Dismissal

April 14            Minimum Day Dismissal; School Office closes at 1:30 PM

April 15            Good Friday, Easter vacation begins

April 15-24      EASTER VACATION

April 25           Classes resume, Minimum Day Dismissal

April 26           8:30 AM School Mass

April 27           Minimum Day Dismissal

QUE PASA 4/6/2022 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       We are fast approaching the beginning of Holy Week this coming Sunday, which is Palm Sunday.  At school, children have been preparing their hearts for Jesus’ death and resurrection by reflecting with their teachers, writing special prayers, learning about the Stations of the Cross, receiving Reconciliation, and attending Mass. During your Lenten journey, I pray that you and your family have grown closer to God, and continue to strengthen your faith and service towards God during Holy Week and throughout the year.

Let us pray:

Heavenly Father, we enter into Holy Week so that we might accompany you through your passion to your death. We have to remember that your story does not end in sadness. Rather, your story is the greatest love story that we could ever know. Holy Week gives us an opportunity to participate in that love story in a profound and personal way. We pray that you give us a special attentiveness during Holy Week, Lord. Shower us with your grace!  AMEN.

(Adapted from “The Joy of Lent: Encouragement and Daily Prayers”)

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

CALENDAR REMINDERS 

Next week, we have our usual Minimum Day dismissal on Wednesday; and Thursday, April 14 is another Minimum Day.  Also, on Thursday, April 14, the school office will close at 1:30 PM.

Easter vacation is from April 15 through April 24.  The school office will be closed during Easter vacation.

Classes will resume on Monday, April 25 with a Minimum Day dismissal.

COVID TESTING AFTER VACATION

Next week, all students will be sent home with one COVID home testing kit.  Please use this COVID test on Sunday, April 24, BEFORE your child returns to school after Easter vacation.  

All students will submit their COVID result before returning to school after the break. Photo results may be sent to Mrs. Jimenez on Class Dojo messages or via email at sjimenez@sanpedro.org.

Please call the office if you have any questions.

**Note that we have no extra COVID home tests kits; only one test kit per student will be given.

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2022-2023

The completed re-registration forms are now overdue.  Please submit this form if you haven’t done so already.  

The $500 registration fee is due on April 13, 2022, and will help to secure your child’s spot in their class for 2022-2023.

To reference the letter with the tuition rates and re-registration form, see the Class Dojo post from February 24, or call the school office to have another letter and form sent home.

MESSAGE FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE FAMILY GRANT                                        

April 15 is the annual deadline for submitting all information to TADS, the third party needs-evaluation company that the Archdiocese uses to collect the financial data from families. This is consistent with the process we used to award tuition assistance for this year.   After the Student Aid Form has been processed by TADS, the Department of Catholic Schools gathers the completed application materials. The Archdiocese of San Francisco is unable to provide financial aid to all students who apply. 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.                                                                                               

Late applications will NOT be considered. Students must live in Marin, San Francisco, or San Mateo Counties to be considered for the Archdiocesan Scholarship. Please visit the other scholarship programs section for more opportunities. Grant notifications will be sent out to the elementary student’s families in late May/early June. To use the TADS Financial Aid online application go to mytads.com. You will be guided through the application. If you have any questions, you can phone TADS at 800-477-8237.

CYO SUMMER CAMP

Thanks to the help of our friends at Caritas Creek (where our middle schoolers attend camp during the school year), our 2nd through 8th grade students have the opportunity to attend CYO Summer Camp at a discounted rate!

At this week-long CYO Summer Camp in Occidental, California, students can participate in a number of different activities, such as nature hikes, campfires, archery, arts & crafts, and swimming, just to name a few camp experiences.  Campers are encouraged to try new activities, build positive relationships, and have fun!  

To learn more about CYO Summer Camp, visit their website at https://www.catholiccharitiessf.org/cyocamp/cyo-pages/catholic-charities-cyo-summer-camp.html

The regular price of this week-long camp experience is $865, but St. Peter’s students may attend at the discounted rate of $145 as long as all requested documents are submitted on time.

**There is an optional $60 transportation fee if your child will be using the CYO bus service to travel to and from camp. Otherwise, parents may drive their child to and from camp.

The Camp sessions are listed below:

• Session 1 → June 26 - July 2

• Session 2 → July 3 - 9

• Session 3 → July 11 - 17 

• Session 4 → July 19 - 25

• Session 5 → July 27 - August 2

SPACE IS LIMITED IN EACH SESSION.  

All completed forms and payments must be submitted to the St. Peter’s School office in order to reserve your child’s spot at camp with the discounted price, and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

If your child is interested in attending CYO Summer Camp, please call the school office at 415-647-8662 or send a message via Class Dojo, and we can send home the camp registration forms with your child.  Or, you may drop by the school office to pick up the forms.

Please contact the school office if you have any questions!

BVCC SUMMER PROGRAM

BVCC Summer Camp Registration is now available!

BVCC welcomes all students from St. Peter's and other schools to join our camp, June 13 - July 29.  Extended Care is available.  Register online using this link – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1kbXPMXFnUyRpyKA9R8W98HZcIIjNM3VtJj5nxe0mJA8/edit. 

If you need help with the application, please call BVCC at 415-283-5545 or 415-713-0625 to set up an appointment.  Financial Assistance available for everyone.  

 SCHOOL MASS

We continue with our weekly school Masses on Tuesday mornings at 8:30 AM.  At this time, we will now be attending Mass as a whole school instead of half-school groups, as COVID mandates in church have been lifted.  Parents are now welcome to join us at these school Masses, finding places to sit in the pews behind the students’ seating area.  The livestream of the Mass will no longer be offered.

If there are any further changes in our school Mass procedures, those will be communicated on Class Dojo.

FREE TAX HELP 

Free assistance  is available in preparing your Tax returns!  Visit uwba.org/taxhelp for trusted and secure tax help.  Help and information is also available in Spanish.

REMINDERS:

April 6              Minimum Day Dismissal

April 10            Palm Sunday, HOLY WEEK begins

April 12            8:30 AM School Mass

April 13            8:30 AM Stations of the Cross Prayer Service

April 13            Minimum Day Dismissal

April 14            Minimum Day Dismissal; School Office closes at 1:30 PM

April 15            Good Friday, Easter vacation begins

April 15-24      EASTER VACATION

April 25           Classes resume, Minimum Day Dismissal

QUE PASA 3/30/2022 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       We are more than halfway through the season of Lent, and the time of Jesus’ death and resurrection are drawing near.  How are you and your family growing closer to God? Reflect on what makes you unwell, not necessarily physically, but mentally, emotionally, spiritually. What unhealthy thing takes up the space in your heart, mind, and soul that belongs to God?  As the Psalm below says, let us remember that God is merciful and always present, especially in our times of need.

The LORD is gracious and merciful,

slow to anger and of great kindness.

The LORD is good to all

and compassionate toward all his works.

The LORD is faithful in all his words

and holy in all his works.

The LORD lifts up all who are falling

and raises up all who are bowed down.

The LORD is just in all his ways

and holy in all his works.

The LORD is near to all who call upon him,

to all who call upon him in truth.

The Lord is gracious and merciful.

-Psalm 145:8-9

Merciful Lord, thank you for sending us your Son to free us from sin and make us new.  Help us to look forward in hope to the life that you have planned for us.   AMEN.

(Daily Reflections for Lent, M. Poust)

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

3:00 P.M.  SCHOOL DISMISSAL

As announced on Class Dojo and email, all grades will be dismissed at 3:00 p.m.  beginning on Monday, April 4.  The schoolyard will be open beginning at 2:50 p.m. for adults to wait for their children. 

Students in grades K-3 will wait outside of their classes for an adult or older sibling to pick them up.  Students in grades 4-8 will be dismissed to walk to the schoolyard to meet their adult, pick up a sibling, and/or walk home.                                               

Students who attend BVCC will be escorted by their BVCC teacher to their designated after-school area.

 No parents will be allowed in classrooms or go upstairs unless there is a pre-scheduled appointment with the teacher.

At 3:15 p.m. the Alabama Street gate will be closed and the schoolyard will be cleared, except for those students enrolled in BVCC or a sports practice.

If you have any questions, please call the school office.

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2022-2023

The re-registration forms and 2022-2023 tuition rates (printed on green paper) for the next school year were sent home at the end of February.  The completed re-registration forms are due tomorrow–March 31, 2022.  These forms help us to plan and prepare for the upcoming school year.

The $500 registration fee is due on April 13, 2022, and will help to secure your child’s spot in their class for 2022-2023.

To reference the letter with the tuition rates and re-registration form, see the Class Dojo post from February 24, or call the school office to have another letter and form sent home.

MESSAGE FROM THE BASIC FUND

New Applications 

The BASIC Fund new application for the 2022-2023 School Year are available online at www.basicfund.org. Families can submit 2020 tax returns, if 2021 returns are not yet prepared. New siblings for current BASIC Fund students must call The BASIC Fund at (415) 985-5650 to request a link to apply for a new student. The deadline is TOMORROW–March 31, 2022.

Renewal Applications

The BASIC Fund has emailed families a renewal application link. Families can submit 2020 tax returns, if 2021 returns are not yet prepared. The deadline is TOMORROW–March 31, 2022.

If you have any questions, or if you did NOT receive your renewal link via email, please contact Myrna Soberanis at msoberanis@sanpedro.org.  Thank you!

MESSAGE FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE FAMILY GRANT                                        

April 15 is the annual deadline for submitting all information to TADS, the third party needs-evaluation company that the Archdiocese uses to collect the financial data from families. This is consistent with the process we used to award tuition assistance for this year.   After the Student Aid Form has been processed by TADS, the Department of Catholic Schools gathers the completed application materials. The Archdiocese of San Francisco is unable to provide financial aid to all students who apply. 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.                                                                                              

 Late applications will NOT be considered. Students must live in Marin, San Francisco, or San Mateo Counties to be considered for the Archdiocesan Scholarship. Please visit the other scholarship programs section for more opportunities. Grant notifications will be sent out to the elementary student’s families in late May/early June.  To use the TADS Financial Aid online application go to mytads.com. You will be guided through the application. If you have any questions, you can phone TADS at 800-477-8237.

SCHOOL MASS

During Lent, students in grades 2 through 8 have the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation in church with their class.  We will also continue with our weekly school Masses on Tuesday mornings at 8:30 AM.  At this time, we will now be attending Mass as a whole school instead of half-school groups, as COVID mandates in church have been lifted.  Parents are now welcome to join us at these school Masses, finding places to sit in the pews behind the students’ seating area.  The livestream of the Mass will no longer be offered.

If there are any further changes in our school Mass procedures, those will be communicated on Class Dojo.

FREE TAX HELP 

Free assistance  is available in preparing your Tax returns!  Visit uwba.org/taxhelp for trusted and secure tax help.  Help and information is also available in Spanish.

MARCH STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

Homeroom teachers identify Students of the Month at the end of each month.  We celebrate these students because they have exemplified living the St. Peter’s KEYS:

Knowledge feeds GROWTH. 

Every ACCOMPLISHMENT needs courage.

You are LOVE.

SERVICE UNITES.

Congratulations to our March Students of the Month!

Kindergarten - We are very "LUCKY" to have Joaquin Velasco in Kindergarten as he is sharing all the ways he GROWS! Joaquin is KIND and always the first one to HELP clean up any mess! He uses FOCUS EYES & LISTENING EARS each day to his SUCCESS! Joaquin is an ST MATH and LEXIA SUPERSTAR! And we LOVE that he never shies aways from any challenge! Joaquin is going to DANCE his way into your HEART just as he has ZOOMBA-ED into our OURS!! KEEP DANCING JOAQUIN! The WORLD is YOURS! 

1st Grade - You will always see David Jimenez walking around with a huge smile on his face. Every day, David is excited to be in school and be with his friends. He is a kind and helpful friend to everyone in 1st grade. David loves to read, especially about Piggie and Elephant, King Kong, and dinosaurs! We are so lucky to have you in 1st grade David! Keep up the AMAZING work!

2nd Grade - Erick Maradiaga Hernandez always demonstrates the St. Peter's KEYS. He gets along with everyone, always follows directions, and works hard. He is always willing to help anyone in any way he can and his positive attitude is infectious. Thank you for all that you do, Erick!

3rd Grade - Alexander Quiroz Galdamez is a hard worker and loves to help his classmates.  He always tries his best even when the assignment is challenging.  He is kind and respectful to everyone.  Alex likes to share and encourage the students of 3A. We are very proud of all of your achievements during this third grade school year.

4th Grade - Andrea Morales-Boteo has been a shining example of a student who strives to live out St. Peter's School's keys.  She has grown and accomplished so much in the classroom.  She earned 2nd Honors for the second trimester and works hard at practice to be the best basketball player, teammate, and friend she can be.  Keep up the amazing work, Andrea! You are an Aztec star!

5th Grade - Ella Jimenez treats her classmates, teachers and staff with respect by valuing each as an individual, respecting differences, and valuing the work that others do.  She also promotes a positive school climate through her actions and words. Congratulations, Ella!

6th Grade - Matias Sandoval-Perez is such a bright student-athlete! He takes initiative inside and outside of the classroom. Matias is a courageous student who participates on a daily basis in class. I am so proud of how much you have GROWN this year, Matias! Thank you so much for being a part of our 6th grade family! Congratulations Matias, you deserve this! :)

7th Grade - Joshua Cortes showed great St. Peter's pride with his involvement with Aztec Trek. He participated in nearly every single game. His enthusiasm helped our seventh grade class win 325 points! He is an excellent example of a servant leader, and he is always helping out his classmates with understanding their assignments. Way to help people GROW, Joshua!

8th Grade - Izabella Carvajal is a hardworking individual who takes pride in her willingness to demonstrate what it means to be a student-leader in and out of the classroom. She's always willing to speak up and go out of her comfort zone to help her peers and teachers. Izzy's bright, welcoming smile in the morning and her daily preparedness demonstrate her ability to persevere through any difficult obstacle! I appreciate having Izzy in the classroom and can't wait to see all she accomplishes during the time we have left together at St. Peter's. I know Izzy will thrive anywhere she steps foot in! Great job, Izzy!

REMINDERS:

March 28-Apr. 1     8th Graders at Caritas Creek Camp Retreat

March 31          5:30 PM  First Reconciliation Service in Church for First Communicants  

April 5              8:30 AM School Mass

April 6              Minimum Day Dismissal

April 10            Palm Sunday, HOLY WEEK begins

April 12            8:30 AM School Mass

April 13            8:30 AM Stations of the Cross Prayer Service

April 13            Minimum Day Dismissal

April 14            Minimum Day Dismissal; School Office closes at 1:30 PM

April 15            Good Friday, Easter vacation begins

April 15-24      EASTER VACATION

April 25           Classes resume, Minimum Day Dismissal

QUE PASA 3/23/22 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       With all the different responsibilities we have as parents, we may easily feel overwhelmed and tired.  Yet Lent can be a time for our renewal.  Let’s not forget how Jesus can be a source of strength and a loving comfort to us, and how we can follow his example to spread that love and be a positive example for our children. 

How true are Jesus’ words, which invite those who are tired and weary to come to Him to find rest! His arms outstretched on the cross show that no one is excluded from his love and his mercy, not even the greatest sinner: no one!

-Pope Francis

Heavenly Father, your son’s death on the cross stands as a testament to your endless love and care for all of us. No one who seeks you out is excluded from your love, no matter what we have done. No one is cut off from your mercy, no matter how great our suffering. Give me the courage, Lord, to always look to Christ crucified as the promise of mercy for me. In this Lenten season, give me the confidence to trust that your love for me will never die. AMEN.

(from “The Joy of Lent: Encouragement and Daily Prayers”)

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

AZTEC TREK WINNERS

Thank you for your support as we raised money for our annual school fundraiser, the Aztec Trek!  Last Friday, we completed our Aztec Trek walk-a-thon and games, and here are the final standings:

With the most Aztec Trek points, the CLASS WINNERS:

1st place - 1st grade

2nd place - 3rd grade

3rd place - Kindergarten

Our top individual collectors:

1st place - Wyatt, 8th grade

2nd place - Ethan, 1st grade

3rd place - Ella, 5th grade

Raffle Prize Winners:

Candy basket - Gabriel, 1st grade

Candy basket - Ella, 5th grade

5 Free Dress passes - Bridgette, Kindergarten

5 Free Dress Passes - Mariah, 8th grade

$20 Starbucks card - Camila, 2nd grade

$25 Chipotle card - Amariz, 3rd grade

$30 Amazon card - Camila, 2nd grade

$30 Amazon card - Alani, 3rd grade

Large plush bunny - Amariz, 3rd grade

**If you haven’t turned in your mandatory $100 collection for the Aztek Trek, please do so right away!

SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER

As noted on our school calendar, this Monday (March 28) is a Minimum Dismissal day for students while teachers attend a faculty meeting.

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2022-2023

The re-registration forms and 2022-2023 tuition rates (printed on green paper) for the next school year were sent home at the end of February.  The completed re-registration forms are due by next week–March 31, 2022.  These forms help us to plan and prepare for the upcoming school year.

The $500 registration fee is due on April 13, 2022, and will help to secure your child’s spot in their class for 2022-2023.

To reference the letter with the tuition rates and re-registration form, see the Class Dojo post from February 24, or call the school office to have another letter and form sent home.

MESSAGE FROM THE BASIC FUND

New Applications 

The BASIC Fund new application for the 2022-2023 School Year are available online at www.basicfund.org. Families can submit 2020 tax returns, if 2021 returns are not yet prepared. New siblings for current BASIC Fund students must call The BASIC Fund at (415) 985-5650 to request a link to apply for a new student. The deadline is NEXT WEEK–March 31, 2022.

Renewal Applications

The BASIC Fund has emailed families a renewal application link. Families can submit 2020 tax returns, if 2021 returns are not yet prepared. The deadline is NEXT WEEK–March 31, 2022.

If you have any questions, or if you did NOT receive your renewal link via email, please contact Myrna Soberanis at msoberanis@sanpedro.org.  Thank you!

MESSAGE FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE FAMILY GRANT                                          

April 15 is the annual deadline for submitting all information to TADS, the third party needs-evaluation company that the Archdiocese uses to collect the financial data from families. This is consistent with the process we used to award tuition assistance for this year.   After the Student Aid Form has been processed by TADS, the Department of Catholic Schools gathers the completed application materials. The Archdiocese of San Francisco is unable to provide financial aid to all students who apply. 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.                                                                                               

Late applications will NOT be considered. Students must live in Marin, San Francisco, or San Mateo Counties to be considered for the Archdiocesan Scholarship. Please visit the other scholarship programs section for more opportunities. Grant notifications will be sent out to the elementary student’s families in late May/early June.                                                                                              

To use the TADS Financial Aid online application go to mytads.com. You will be guided through the application. If you have any questions, you can phone TADS at 800-477-8237.

SCHOOL MASS

During Lent, students in grades 2 through 8 have the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation in church with their class.  We will also continue with our weekly school Masses on Tuesday mornings at 8:30 AM.  At this time, we will now be attending Mass as a whole school instead of half-school groups, as COVID mandates in church have been lifted.  Parents are now welcome to join us at these school Masses, finding places to sit in the pews behind the students’ seating area.  The livestream of the Mass will no longer be offered.

If there are any further changes in our school Mass procedures, those will be communicated on Class Dojo.

MASKING IN SCHOOLS

As stated in a letter from Superintendent Pamela Lyons, masking is now optional in Archdiocesan schools.

An excerpt from Ms. Lyons’ letter: “Whether or not a student wears a mask is a family decision, and in the classroom, we want all students to feel comfortable at school regardless of their choice. I also ask you to understand that our schools cannot be responsible for policing mask-wearing during school time. If a student is not wearing a mask, we will assume that it is with parental permission.”

For the entire letter from the Superintendent, refer to the March 3 or March 11  Class Dojo post and/or SchoolSpeak email.  If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

We continue to ask that students remain at home if they are not feeling well, and that parents contact the school office regarding any absences.  Thank you for your cooperation!

FREE TAX HELP 

Free assistance  is available in preparing your Tax returns!  Visit uwba.org/taxhelp for trusted and secure tax help.  Help and information is also available in Spanish.

REMINDERS:

March 24          8:30 AM  3

rd & 4th Grades Lenten Reconciliation Service in Church  

March 28          Minimum Day Dismissal

March 28-Apr. 5     8th Graders at Caritas Creek Camp Retreat

March 29          8:30 AM School Mass

March 30          Minimum Day Dismissal

March 31          5:30 PM  First Reconciliation Service in Church for First Communicants

QUE PASA 3/16/22 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       Two years have now passed since we’ve had to close our school due to COVID-19.  We made major adjustments in a very short period, and our school community banded together to overcome obstacles.  Little did we know that our cities would be entering into lockdown and that our school would be closed for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year.  Fortunately, we were able to open our school for in-person learning the following year, and now we are all back in the school building thanks to positive partnerships, safety protocols, and teamwork!

        As we continue our reflections during Lent, I think back on these events, and am grateful for our community—our teachers, staff, parents, students, and many others who have supported us through challenging times.  True to our Growth Mindset, we still are learning and living through difficulties, but we have learned and grown over these two years.  Moving forward during Lent, let us reflect on how we’ve maintained our open hearts and minds, and live out our KEYS to help others and help ourselves grow closer to God!

Knowledge feeds growth

Every accomplishment needs courage.

You are love.

Service Unites.    

Grow, Accomplish, Love, Serve, Unite!

St. Peter’s has the KEYS to open hearts, open minds!

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
Thank you to all our parents, teachers, and translators for taking the time to meet for Parent-Teacher Conferences last week!  As we are now in the last trimester of the school year, these meetings will help us to continue to support our students’ learning and growth.

If you haven’t done so already, please be sure to sign and return the paper  copy of your child’s report card.  Contact your child’s teacher if you have any questions. 

ST. PATRICK’S DAY

For St. Patrick’s Day tomorrow, students may wear an appropriate non-uniform green shirt or sweatshirt in place of their usual uniform shirt/sweatshirt.  Students should still be in their uniform bottoms (skirt or navy pants) unless they would like to use a free dress pass that they already have.

AZTEC TREK UPDATE

Thank you for your support in our school’s annual fundraiser, the Aztec Trek!  This is a MANDATORY fundraiser for each student, so if your envelope with the minimum $100 collection has not yet been submitted, please do so as soon as possible.

This Friday, March 18, we will have our Aztec Trek walk-a-thon and games.  A field trip permission form was sent home with each child since we will be walking to Precita Park for the walk-a-thon portion of the day.  Please sign and return the permission slip in order for your child to participate in the walk-a-thon.

FINAL WINNERS–the top collectors, raffle winners, and Aztec Trek class winner–will be announced this Friday afternoon after the games are completed!  Stay tuned to see who all the winners are!

MASKING IN SCHOOLS

As stated in a letter from Superintendent Pamela Lyons, masking is now optional in Archdiocesan schools.

An excerpt from Ms. Lyons’ letter: “Whether or not a student wears a mask is a family decision, and in the classroom, we want all students to feel comfortable at school regardless of their choice. I also ask you to understand that our schools cannot be responsible for policing mask-wearing during school time. If a student is not wearing a mask, we will assume that it is with parental permission.”

For the entire letter from the Superintendent, refer to the March 3 or March 11  Class Dojo post and/or SchoolSpeak email.  If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

We continue to ask that students remain at home if they are not feeling well, and that parents contact the school office regarding any absences.  Thank you for your cooperation!

SCHOOL MASS

During Lent, students in grades 2 through 8 have the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation in church with their class.  We will also continue with our weekly school Masses on Tuesday mornings at 8:30 AM.  At this time, we will now be attending Mass as a whole school instead of half-school groups, as COVID mandates in church have been lifted.  Parents are now welcome to join us at these school Masses, finding places to sit in the pews behind the students’ seating area.  The livestream of the Mass will no longer be offered.

If there are any further changes in our school Mass procedures, those will be communicated on Class Dojo.

FREE TAX HELP 

Free assistance  is available in preparing your Tax returns!  Visit uwba.org/taxhelp for trusted and secure tax help.  Help and information is also available in Spanish.

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2022-2023

The re-registration forms and 2022-2023 tuition rates (printed on green paper) for the next school year were sent home at the end of February.  The completed re-registration forms are due by March 31, 2022.  These forms help us to plan and prepare for the upcoming school year.

The $500 registration fee is due on April 13, 2022, and will help to secure your child’s spot in their class for 2022-2023.

To reference the letter with the tuition rates and re-registration form, see the Class Dojo post from February 24, or call the school office to have another letter and form sent home.

MESSAGE FROM THE BASIC FUND

New Applications 

The BASIC Fund new application for the 2022-2023 School Year are available online at www.basicfund.org. Families can submit 2020 tax returns, if 2021 returns are not yet prepared. New siblings for current BASIC Fund students must call The BASIC Fund at (415) 985-5650 to request a link to apply for a new student. The deadline is March 31, 2022.

Renewal Applications

The BASIC Fund has emailed families a renewal application link. Families can submit 2020 tax returns, if 2021 returns are not yet prepared. The deadline is March 31, 2022.

If you have any questions, or if you did NOT receive your renewal link via email, please contact Myrna Soberanis at msoberanis@sanpedro.org.  Thank you!

MESSAGE FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE FAMILY GRANT                                         

April 15 is the annual deadline for submitting all information to TADS, the third party needs-evaluation company that the Archdiocese uses to collect the financial data from families. This is consistent with the process we used to award tuition assistance for this year.   After the Student Aid Form has been processed by TADS, the Department of Catholic Schools gathers the completed application materials. The Archdiocese of San Francisco is unable to provide financial aid to all students who apply. 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.  Late applications will NOT be considered. Students must live in Marin, San Francisco, or San Mateo Counties to be considered for the Archdiocesan Scholarship. Please visit the other scholarship programs section for more opportunities. Grant notifications will be sent out to the elementary student’s families in late May/early June.  To use the TADS Financial Aid online application go to mytads.com. You will be guided through the application. If you have any questions, you can phone TADS at 800-477-8237.

REMINDERS:

March 17           8:30 AM  5th & 6th Grades Lenten Reconciliation Service in Church

March 18          AZTEC TREK walk-a-thon and game day

March 21-25     7th Graders at Caritas Creek Camp Retreat

March 22          8:30 AM School Mass

March 23          Minimum Day Dismissal

March 24          8:30 AM  3rd & 4th Grades Lenten Reconciliation Service in Church  

March 28          Minimum Day Dismissal

March 28-Apr. 5     8th Graders at Caritas Creek Camp Retreat

QUE PASA 3/9/22 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

      This week, our Parent-Teacher Conferences continue as we aim to strengthen the home-school partnership.  As parents, we strive to be role models of open hearts and open minds for our children; and during Lent we can reflect and recommit to this task.  At school, we encourage each other to develop a growth mindset and live our St. Peter’s School KEYS so that we can open our hearts and minds.  Lent pushes us to dig out of our souls all the things that have clogged our hearts, the little sins that we clench in our fists, keeping us from opening our hands, hearts, and minds freely. God is offering to not only lift the burden from our shoulders, but also to help in rebalancing our load in the future. Tossing those small bad habits, pushing aside bitterness and resentment so that we might love God with our whole heart, and with all our strength.  Now and beyond Lent, we should make time to turn to God in prayer and for strength.

What is weighing you down? How might you prayerfully sort through what takes up room in your heart and mind? What habits and grudges can be cleared out, left behind?

God, take away what clutters our hearts, feed us with your Word, so that we might have the strength and freedom to love you with all our hearts, all our souls, all our being.

(Adapted from Daily Reflections for Lent: Not By Bread Alone)

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

 PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
Tomorrow is another Minimum Day Dismissal for Parent-Teacher Zoom Conferences.  Thank you to all parents who have already met with teachers.  These conferences are important as we support student growth and learning.  If you still have not signed up for a conference time, please contact your child's teacher.

Also–remember to sign and return your child’s report card, which was sent home yesterday.

SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER

As noted on our school calendar, there is NO SCHOOL for students on Friday, March 11.  Teachers will be attending an Archdiocesan Professional Development Session.  

AZTEC TREK UPDATE

Thank you to all who have already turned in their minimum $100 collection for our mandatory school fundraiser, the Aztec Trek!  TOMORROW-March 10–is the final due date for the collection envelope.  The Aztec Trek Walk-a-thon and games will be held on March 18.

Remember–the more money that you collect by March 10, the more prizes you receive and the more points your class will receive towards a class prize!  **Scroll to the end of this Que Pasa to see the list of prizes.

Here are the current Aztec Trek standings for TOTAL MONEY COLLECTED:

1st place - 3rd Grade

2nd place - Kindergarten

3rd place - 2nd grade

GO AZTECS!

MASKING IN SCHOOLS

As stated in a letter from Superintendent Pamela Lyons, masking will become optional in Archdiocesan schools beginning on Monday, March 14.

An excerpt from Ms. Lyons’ letter: “As we prepare for mask-optional environments, we remain focused on mission, learning, and serving. I encourage our families to begin conversations at home concerning mask-wearing. Whether or not a student wears a mask is a family decision, and in the classroom, we want all students to feel comfortable at school regardless of their choice. I also ask you to understand that our schools cannot be responsible for policing mask-wearing during school time. If a student is not wearing a mask, we will assume that it is with parental permission.”

For the entire letter from the Superintendent, refer to the March 3 Class Dojo post and/or SchoolSpeak email.  If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

We continue to ask that students remain at home if they are not feeling well, and that parents contact the school office regarding any absences.  Thank you for your cooperation!

SCHOOL MASS

During Lent, students in grades 2 through 8 will have the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation in church with their class.  We will also continue with our weekly school Masses on Tuesday mornings at 8:30 AM.  At this time, we will now be attending Mass as a whole school instead of half-school groups, as COVID mandates in church have been lifted.  Parents are now welcome to join us at these school Masses, finding places to sit in the pews behind the students’ seating area.  The livestream of the Mass will no longer be offered.

If there are any further changes in our school Mass procedures, those will be communicated on Class Dojo.

FREE TAX HELP 

Free assistance  is available in preparing your Tax returns!  Visit uwba.org/taxhelp for trusted and secure tax help.  Help and information is also available in Spanish.

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2022-2023

The re-registration forms and 2022-2023 tuition rates (printed on green paper) for the next school year were sent home at the end of February.  The completed re-registration forms are due by March 31, 2022.  These forms help us to plan and prepare for the upcoming school year.

The $500 registration fee is due on April 13, 2022, and will help to secure your child’s spot in their class for 2022-2023.

To reference the letter with the tuition rates and re-registration form, see the Class Dojo post from February 24, or call the school office to have another letter and form sent home.

MESSAGE FROM THE BASIC FUND

New Applications 

The BASIC Fund new application for the 2022-2023 School Year are available online at www.basicfund.org. Families can submit 2020 tax returns, if 2021 returns are not yet prepared. New siblings for current BASIC Fund students must call The BASIC Fund at (415) 985-5650 to request a link to apply for a new student. The deadline is March 31, 2022.

Renewal Applications

The BASIC Fund has emailed families a renewal application link. Families can submit 2020 tax returns, if 2021 returns are not yet prepared. The deadline is March 31, 2022.

If you have any questions, or if you did NOT receive your renewal link via email, please contact Myrna Soberanis at msoberanis@sanpedro.org.  Thank you!

MESSAGE FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE FAMILY GRANT                                         

April 15 is the annual deadline for submitting all information to TADS, the third party needs-evaluation company that the Archdiocese uses to collect the financial data from families. This is consistent with the process we used to award tuition assistance for this year.   After the Student Aid Form has been processed by TADS, the Department of Catholic Schools gathers the completed application materials. The Archdiocese of San Francisco is unable to provide financial aid to all students who apply. 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.   Late applications will NOT be considered. Students must live in Marin, San Francisco, or San Mateo Counties to be considered for the Archdiocesan Scholarship. Please visit the other scholarship programs section for more opportunities. Grant notifications will be sent out to the elementary student’s families in late May/early June.   To use the TADS Financial Aid online application go to mytads.com. You will be guided through the application. If you have any questions, you can phone TADS at 800-477-8237.

REMINDERS:

March 8-10       Minimum Days for Parent-Teacher Zoom Conferences

March 10          8:30 AM  7th & 8th Grades Reconciliation  Service in Church

March 11          No School for Students; Archdiocesan Professional Development Day for Teachers

March 15           8:30 AM School Mass

March 16           Minimum Day Dismissal

March 17           8:30 AM  5th & 6th Grades Lenten Reconciliation Service in Church

March 21-25     7th Graders at Caritas Creek Camp Retreat

March 24          8:30 AM  3rd & 4th Grades Lenten Reconciliation Service in Church 

QUE PASA 3/2/22 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

             Today, Ash Wednesday, marks the beginning of Lent. This is a special liturgical season when we take time to pray, reflect, repent, and renew so that we can grow closer to God as we prepare for the death and resurrection of Jesus.  Each week I’d like to offer a reflection (from Daily Reflections for Lent: Not By Bread Alone) as we journey through Lent with each other and with our children:  

“Ash Wednesday is marked with a somber sign of our faith.  The cross on our forehead is meant to leave a lasting imprint deep within, like a spiritual tattoo that will linger long after we complete the 40-day course.  The sacrifices and prayers of the season help us clear a path, but we can’t stop there, not if we want to experience real transformation. God wants nothing less than our hearts broken open so that he might find a resting place within and make us whole. Yes, the exterior practices are important, but what matters most is what happens unseen within our hearts and souls.” 

Heavenly Father, guide us in the right ways as we begin our Lenten journey. Give us the courage to allow ourselves to be transformed by your love. Help us to use our Lenten sacrifices to dig deeper into our spiritual center and carve out a space for you alone. AMEN.

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
Parent-Teacher Conferences are occurring March 8, 9, and 10.  These days are all Minimum Day dismissals in order to accommodate more time for conferences.  This is a time for all parents and teachers to discuss student progress.

On Class Dojo Class Story, teachers have shared links to sign up for a time slot for Parent-Teacher Conferences on Zoom.  Please sign up for a conference if you have not done so already.  If you have any questions, contact your child’s teacher.

SCHOOL CALENDAR REMINDER

As noted on our school calendar, there is NO SCHOOL for students on Friday, March 11.  Teachers will be attending an Archdiocesan Professional Development Session.  

AZTEC TREK UPDATE

Thank you to all who have already turned in their minimum $100 collection for our mandatory school fundraiser, the Aztec Trek!  The final due date for the collection envelope is March 10, and the Aztec Trek Walk-a-thon and games will be held on March 18.

Remember–the more money that you collect, the more prizes you receive and the more points your class will receive towards a class prize!  **Scroll to the end of this Que Pasa to see the list of prizes.

Currently, there is a 3-way tie for 1st place in the Aztec Trek!

1st place - 6th grade

2nd place - 3rd grade

3rd place - 5th grade

GO AZTECS!

FREE TAX HELP 

Free assistance  is available in preparing your Tax returns!  Visit uwba.org/taxhelp for trusted and secure tax help.  Help and information is also available in Spanish.

INFECTION MITIGATION PLAN

To prevent the spread of COVID-19 at school, we have developed a School Infection Mitigation Plan, which was given to each parent on the first day of school as part of the Parent-Student Handbook.  The Infection Mitigation Plan is also available on our school website at http://www.stpeterssf.org/pandemic-reopening-plan

Please remember -- If your child is feeling ill or has been exposed to COVID-19, phone the school office and keep your child at home!  

🡪 Symptoms to watch out for include:

• Fever -- 100.4°F / 38°C or higher

• Cough

• Severe headache

• Sore throat

• Shortness of breath or trouble breathing

• New loss of taste or smell

• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

MESSAGE FROM THE BASIC FUND

New Applications 

Starting January 15, The BASIC Fund new application for the 2022-2023 School Year will be available online at www.basicfund.org. Families can submit 2020 tax returns, if 2021 returns are not yet prepared. New siblings for current BASIC Fund students must call The BASIC Fund at (415) 985-5650 to request a link to apply for a new student. The deadline is March 31, 2022.

Renewal Applications

Last week, the BASIC Fund emailed families a renewal application link. Families can submit 2020 tax returns, if 2021 returns are not yet prepared. The deadline is March 31, 2022.

If you have any questions, or if you did NOT receive your renewal link via email, please contact Myrna Soberanis at msoberanis@sanpedro.org.  Thank you!

MESSAGE FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE FAMILY GRANT                                         

April 15 is the annual deadline for submitting all information to TADS, the third party needs-evaluation company that the Archdiocese uses to collect the financial data from families. This is consistent with the process we used to award tuition assistance for this year.   After the Student Aid Form has been processed by TADS, the Department of Catholic Schools gathers the completed application materials. The Archdiocese of San Francisco is unable to provide financial aid to all students who apply. 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.  Late applications will NOT be considered. Students must live in Marin, San Francisco, or San Mateo Counties to be considered for the Archdiocesan Scholarship. Please visit the other scholarship programs section for more opportunities. Grant notifications will be sent out to the elementary student’s families in late May/early June.  To use the TADS Financial Aid online application go to mytads.com. You will be guided through the application. If you have any questions, you can phone TADS at 800-477-8237.

FEBRUARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

Homeroom teachers identify Students of the Month at the end of each month.  We celebrate these students because they have exemplified living the St. Peter’s KEYS:

Knowledge feeds GROWTH. 

Every ACCOMPLISHMENT needs courage.

You are LOVE.

SERVICE UNITES.

Congratulations to our February Students of the Month! 

Kindergarten - In the words of St. Teresa of Avila, "It is LOVE ALONE that gives WORTH to ALL things!" And as St. Valentine captures our hearts, so does our BELOVED Bridgette Rivas! She has a LOVE SO BIG and ENDLESS that she shares with everyone! She has an intuitive sense when hugs are needed. Kindergarten is BLESSED by her WARMTH, LOVE, KINDNESS and FUNNY JOKES! And you know when Ms. Myrna "hires" you, she sees your gifts, too!  Bridgette, you are a SAINT to all of us! 

1st Grade - Gabriel Quiroz Galdamez works hard each day, and loves to help his classmates when they struggle with classwork. He lives out the St.Peter's Key of LOVE by making kind choices. He always shows respect and care for his 1st grade family. I am so proud of you Gabriel, keep up the amazing work!

2nd Grade - Emiliano Jimenez-Borrego cares about others and cares about being a good person and friend. He enjoys making people laugh as well. I am proud of Emi's growth, especially as a reader. He loves reading and is a stronger reader every day. Great job, Emi! 

3rd Grade - Alani Alas is a very focused and hardworking student.  She is always willing to help out other students when her work is completed. She is well prepared for the day's assignments.  She doesn't forget to do her homework and always turns it in on time.  Lastly, she studies for any tests that we are having and usually gets an "A" on them.  Congratulations, Alani, you're doing a fine job in third grade.

4th Grade - Hilary Benitez has been an amazing student since day one.  She is a great example of someone who strives to GROW, ACCOMPLISH, LOVE, SERVE, and UNITE each day.  She is an amazing friend to everyone in class, and she works so hard to learn and grow as a student.  Keep up the great work, Hillary!  You are a star!

5th Grade - Christian Pineda is February's Student of the Month. Even though it is Christian's first year at St.Peter's, he has made new friends, and has quickly learned the rules and responsibilities that are part of being a St.Peter's student.  Keep up the growth and good work, Christian!

6th Grade - Danna Sanchez-Arias is such a delight in our classroom. Danna comes to our classroom ready to do her best work every day! She leads by example and shows how we should have an OPEN HEART and OPEN MIND! Danna, you are LOVE and I am so grateful you are a leader in our classroom! Congratulations Danna, I am so proud of you! :)

7th Grade - Julio Bautista is an empathetic and thoughtful young man. He brings his positive attitude and clever wit to school each day where he maintains an open heart and open mind. He demonstrates Jesus' love through forgiveness and care for those around him. He truly is a St. Peter's student who knows how to Love, Grow, and Unite! Way to go, Julio!

8th Grade - While I am one of the new teachers on the block, Brooklyn Willis has played a huge part in helping me adjust to my role as her new teacher by being there to answer any questions and provide valuable and honest feedback. Brooklyn's writing expresses integrity and honesty with perseverance to overcome any obstacles that lie in front of her. I enjoy having Brooklyn in my class and look forward to seeing all she accomplishes in the remaining time we have together at St. Peter’s! Thank you, Brooklyn! Great job! 

REMINDERS:

March 2            9:30 AM Ash Wednesday School Mass, LENT begins

March 2            Minimum Day Dismissal

March 8-10       Minimum Days for Parent-Teacher Zoom  Conferences

March 8          8:30 AM School Mass

March 10          8:30 AM  7th & 8th Grades Lenten Reconciliation Service in Church

March 11           No School for Students; Archdiocesan Professional Development Day for Teachers