"Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.”
~Psalm 31:25
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Courage: Members of the Antonian community are to strive to face difficulty or challenges with bravery
and strength.
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If you believe your child(ren) reflect the standard of the month, we encourage you to please submit us their story by clicking the link. |
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Parents,
We take root in "courage" as we embark on our second week of distance learning. It goes without saying our deep commitment and appreciation to our families as we continue to work within our parameters to provide the education for which we are known.
With that, we ask that you continue to remind your student(s) to check their Antonian email accounts, as important information is sent. As mentioned last week, we are currently awaiting the remaining technology shipment for our hybrid learning. We understand that communication is more important than ever; therefore, we also invite you to download our school app.
Finally, last Friday, we celebrated the induction of the freshmen class. We are in for a treat with the Class of 2024. This Friday, we will continue celebrating by honoring our seniors with their traditional Ring Mass and Ceremony. We look forward to our annual "Meet the Teacher" event (more information will be provided).
These events are a reminder that, as we move forward, we do so in hope and love.
Blessings,
Mason Finch
Director of Communications
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Included in this newsletter is news and information to help parents and students this month. Topics are:
- Weekly School Schedule
- Save The Date | Looking Ahead Calendar
- Tech Tips
- Student Services and Activities
- Grade Level Activity Day: Seniors
- Parent Support Committees
- Daily Announcements
- Campus Ministry
- School-Wide Service Project
- Class Retreat: Juniors
- Business Office News
- Communications Update
- Learning Center News
- Academics and Academic Counseling
- Meet the Counselors: Seniors
- Meet the Teachers
- Athletics
- Quick Links
- Highlights
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Reminder: The final announcement of red and white groupings will be made via emails to both the parents and the students later this week. As we stated previously, some students may see a change in their groupings as we balanced classes following schedule changes. Please be sure to watch for this important information so that your child is on campus on the correct day of the week. |
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August:
- Friday, 28th | Senior Ring Mass | 9:00 a.m.
- Friday, 28th | Athletic Program Ad Deadline
- Monday, 31st | Meet The Counselors: Senior Parent Night | 7:00 p.m.
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September:
- Monday, 4th | Junior Grade Level Activity | 8:00 a.m.
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Monday, 7th | No School - Labor Day
- Monday, 14th | Meet the Counselors: Freshmen Parent Night | 7:00 p.m.
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A Word from the Director of Technology |
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Thank you (and your student!) for your patience as we've worked through this week of virtual instruction. Here are a few troubleshooting steps for you and your student to follow with regard to some of the bugs that we've encountered in connecting to Google Meet for instruction:
Step 1: Have your student update the device. The 'Gopher Buddy' extension (black gopher with red triangle) will direct your student how to update the Chromebook to the latest version, if they have not already utilized the notifications asking them to update.
Step 2: Disable any running extensions. The Extensity extension will allow them to disable any non-essential extensions that are potentially hindering the Chromebook's CPU performance.
Step 3: Verify that your home WiFi is up and working by switching to a personal device. If a personal device is giving you a more consistent and better connection, feel free to use it.
Step 4: Reach out to me (knowak@antonian.org) to schedule a time to drop off the Chromebook for me to inspect it.
Happy learning!
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Student Services and Activities
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Grade Level Activity Day:
Seniors - Friday, August 28th
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For the Ring Mass and Ceremony on August 28th, we ask that, if you have not turned in your senior ring to Mrs. Montemayor, please do so by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 27th.
A live stream link will be sent on Thursday, August 27th. Seniors must wear Mass uniform. Remote students will attend Mass via live stream link. They will then transition to a Google Meet session for other activity sessions.
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2020-2021 Parent Support Committees
Antonian encourages parent involvement through a variety of Parent Support Committees including:
- Faculty Appreciation Committee
- Grade Level Occasion Committee
- Community Fellowship Committee
- Campus Ministry Committee
- Community Outreach Committee
Due to the pandemic, activities of these committees have been temporarily suspended to ensure the health and safety of our community. We hope to be able to engage these committees again in the future!
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Daily Announcements
Although morning and afternoon announcement periods were built into the schedule for remote learners (and those who are hybrid learners on their "off campus" days), students will not need to connect for these blocks of time. Instead, all daily announcements can be found under "News and Announcements" on the homepage of the Antonian website. If a student is a member of an organization which needs an announcement made, he or she can complete the online announcement form found on the website under "Student Life" or by clicking the following link:
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Campus Ministry
mdiaz@antonian.org
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School-Wide Service Project: School Supplies Drive - August 29th |
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On Friday, September 4th, the juniors will be on campus for their class retreat.
Juniors are to arrive at 8:00 a.m. and be dressed in spirit day attire. We look forward to this special day with our Class of 2022.
More information to come.
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2020-2021 Financial Assistance
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NEW!! Hope for the Future Awards: All (first and final rounds) Hope for the Future awards HAVE BEEN released to Antonian AND were posted to FACTS tuition accounts on Tuesday, August 25th. Hope for the Future awards are applied evenly over the months remaining in the payment plan. They can not be applied to one specific month.
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NEW!! Tuition Assistance: The Antonian tuition assistance committee will meet in September to award families that have not already been assisted and have a calculated need. This assistance will be based upon any Hope for the Future declined funds available to Antonian at that time. Please know that the Committee prayerfully considers every application (over 165) with the goal of helping as many families as possible with a calculated financial need. If you have experienced a financial hardship, please work directly with our Business Office staff.
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2020-2021 Dual Credit and AP Exam Charges
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Dual Credit and AP Exam Charges: For those students taking dual credit and AP courses, charges will be added to your tuition agreement by the first week of September. Charges are usually divided equally by the number of months remaining on your tuition plan. Charges can always be paid in full, by logging into your FACTS tuition agreement or by visiting our Business Office.
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2020-2021 Tuition Past Due Balances
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NEW!! Past Due Balances and Missed Payments: Tuition is due on the 5th of every month, unless other arrangements have been made. Past due balances and missed payments have an impact on the cash resources used to meet our financial obligations. It is Antonian's policy that a past due balance can not be carried more than 60 days and missed or unsuccessful payments are subject to late or return fees that can not be waived, so please plan accordingly. Again, if you have experienced or are experiencing a financial hardship please work directly with our Business Office staff as soon as possible.
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Parent/Student Acknowledgement Forms
During one of our Back-to-School Days webinars last week, we informed students that there are three Parent/Student Acknowledgement Forms that will need to be signed and remitted electronically.
- Parent/Student Handbook Acknowledgement Form
- Acknowledgement Form Regarding COVID-19
- Student Health Form (members of the Class of 2024 have already completed this form)
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Download the Antonian App
- Search "School News by Edilo" in your app store -- download
- Type in "Antonian" in the search school section
- Click "Add School"
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Antonian Strong: Yard Signs
We are so proud of our community and we want to show our strength in every way possible. If you have placed your "Proud Antonian Student" or "Proud Antonian Senior" in your yard, and would like to send us a picture, please send an email to mfinch@antonian.org or hashtag us at #antonianstrong. We would love to share it with our community!
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We know that some students may need some additional support in learning to navigate the different Google functions available to them. We'd like to set up some tutorial sessions in small groups, so if your child is interested in this, please click on the link below and select the appropriate areas of interest. |
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As part of our best practices for physical distancing and minimizing "touch" areas, we have suspended the use of lockers this school year. We understand that this may be an inconvenience to our students, so we will monitor this during the school days next week, when students have returned to campus, and will evaluate alternate solutions. |
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For parents of all incoming and transfer students, if your student has a diagnosis that allows for accommodations, please make sure to send all diagnostic paperwork to our Learning Center Director, Mrs. Jodi Petersen. This paperwork is required in order for your student to receive any accommodations. |
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Academics and Academic Counseling
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Meet The Counselors: Seniors |
Due to physical distancing requirements, we are asking that only one parent for each student attend. This event will be held in our auditorium and parents are to sit in a seat that is marked with a red tag. If you have any questions please email, Steve Perritano at sperritano@antonian.org.
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This year, honor your child(ren) or promote your business by purchasing an ad in our annual athletic program. The deadline has been extended until Friday, August 28th.
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The Antonian College Preparatory High School Athletic Department is excited to announce the appointment of Mr. David Collenback as the new head baseball coach. Coach Collenback comes to Antonian with over 20 years of coaching experience.
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Monthly Standard Student Highlight: Courage |
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When spring break ended, senior Arabella Holguin was determined to succeed at distant learning. Within that week, both her parents learned that they had tested positive for COVID-19.
With the news at hand, Arabella focused not only on her studies but in taking care of the responsibilities around her home. Her parents were proud, as she showed courage and faced her fears by leaning on her faith and found strength in prayer. Arabella's mom said, "She is courageous, empathetic, reliable, and responsible."
In addition, to helping her family, she has also helped another student and friend from Central Catholic. Her friend was diagnosed with cancer and supported him by coordinating a "good vibes" parade for him. She enlisted help from her senior cheer friends and made posters wishing him well.
Arabella has proven that when faced with fear, she is brave and shows courage through her faith while also helping others who are in need. We are proud of you, Arabella!
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It's A Great Day To Be An Apache |
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Senior Priscilla Turner and Antonian faculty member Señora Turner joined members of their faith community in Christine, Texas to conduct a drive-thru donation station, handing out back-to-school bags to children in need. Thank you, ladies, for representing Antonian in love. |
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Junior Lakin Ferguson volunteered at the San Antonio Food Bank this summer for community service hours. This is a great opportunity for any Antonian student, as they are able to safely help others and earn service hours! Thank you, Lakin, for contributing to our community. |
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Faculty Spotlight: Blake Fuschak |
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Director of Student Activities
Blake Fuschak
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Just as we inducted our newest members of the Antonian family, embarking on their first year at Antonian, we have also welcomed Coach Fuschak into his "freshmen year" as Director of Student Activities.
In a case study, it was surveyed that 79% of America’s students regularly participate in activities both after school and on weekends.
In addition, it stated that “85% of students who participate in such activities believe that organized, structured school activities are enormously important and they feel better off than kids that do not participate."
At Antonian, we have numerous clubs and organizations to fit the needs of our students. Coach Fuschak's commitment to excellence will ensure that our students needs are met and he will bring a fresh perspective on student engagement and management.
He has been a member of our faculty for nine years and in that time, he has through his actions been an example to our students of how to treat others well. We are excited to embrace him in this new position (in addition to coaching) and are thrilled for the new opportunities that await our students.
(Survey: Sports, Arts, Clubs, Volunteering -- Out-of-School Activities Play Crucial, Positive Role for Kids, 2004).
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6425 West Ave.,
San Antonio, TX 78213
(210) 344-9265
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