Message from the Principal

Dear SAS Family,

Welcome Back to School!

We are so excited to welcome you back to campus! It has been a wonderful summer preparing for the upcoming school year, but what truly brings our campus to life is your children. We can’t wait to see their smiling faces as they meet their new teacher, reconnect with friends, discover new things in the classroom, and enjoy time on the playground. We have many exciting events coming up!

Family Mass

Please join us for our Family Mass on Sunday, August 10th at 11:00 AM at St. Anthony of Padua. As a Catholic school, sharing in our faith is at the heart of what we do. We hope to see many of you there.

New Family Meeting & Ice Cream Social

On Monday, August 11th, we are excited to welcome our new families at 5:00 PM in the Social Hall for a special meeting. We'll share what makes St. Anthony’s so special and officially welcome you to our school family. Immediately following, at 5:30 PM, all families are invited to our Ice Cream Social! This is a great time for students to meet their new teachers, say hello to friends, and enjoy a sweet treat.

A Few Friendly Reminders

• Please review the updated handbook that is included in this newsletter.
• The Maroa parking lot is for preschool families only.
• All other families should use the main parking lot. The front row closest to the school is a no-parking zone to keep our children safe as they walk to campus.
• Most importantly, please drive slowly and carefully during drop-off and pick-up.

We are filled with hope for a joyful and faith-filled school year. We are blessed with an incredible faculty and staff, supportive families, and most importantly, your amazing children. Thank you for entrusting them to us as we partner with you in their education and growth.

If you ever need anything, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

With hope and gratitude,

Myka Chambers



Reminder: Schedule Your Sports Physicals Now!

Planning to participate in Fall Sports? Don’t wait—now is the time to schedule your child’s sports physical with their pediatrician. All student-athletes must have a current physical on file before tryouts and practices begin.

Appointments fill up quickly in late summer, so be sure to get on your provider’s calendar soon to avoid any delays.

The required physical form is attached below—please print and bring it to your appointment.

Ice Cream Social & New Family Welcome

Kick off the school year with sweet treats and helpful resources at our Ice Cream Social on Monday, August 11th! The evening begins with a New Family Meeting at 5:00 PM in the Social Hall, followed by the Ice Cream Social at 5:30 PM.

This fun and informative event is your one-stop shop for back-to-school prep! You'll have the chance to:

• Meet your child’s teacher
• Complete parent volunteer requirements (Live Scan & TB Risk Assessments) Live Scan is a $50 fee-cash or check only please
• Learn about athletics and extracurriculars
• Sign up for volunteer opportunities
• Shop school gear and spirit wear
• Connect with other school families
• Limited on-site sports physicals will be available for your convenience, but please note they will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis and space is not guaranteed. Each physical will be $25, payable at the time of service.

Want to help make the event a success? Contact Libby Chaney at libbygeller@gmail.com to volunteer (specifically doctors/nurses/medical assistants).

We can’t wait to see you there!

2025-2026 Updated Handbook

Below you will find a copy of the Parent/Student Handbook. Please take a moment to review, print, and sign pages 73,74, and 75. Please turn in the signed forms to your child's teacher by Friday, August 15th. Hard copies of these forms will be available at Back to School Night as well.

Please see the table of contents for new guidelines for the 2025-2026 school year.

School Uniforms

We partner with Tommy Hilfiger for school uniforms. You may order below using code STAN16. Dennis Uniforms will still remain an option.

School Supplies

Click the link below to see the list of supplies each grade will need. Don’t forget to bring all your supplies to the first day of school on Wednesday, August 13th. Thank you!

Summer Review Packets

All students entering Transitional Kindergarten through Sixth Grade are required to complete a summer review packet. These will be turned in on the first day of school and reviewed by your child’s new teacher.

You can print your child’s packet below. A limited number of printed copies will be available in the school office.

Let’s work together to prevent the summer slide. Happy learning!

Hot Lunch

You may begin ordering hot lunch through your FACTS account for August and September. The deadline to order will be Thursday, August 14th.

Please note that FACTS will be down from August 6th-11th. It will reopen on Tuesday, August 12th.

Please contact Mrs. Montes at fmontes70@yahoo.com or 559-355-7279 if you have any questions.

Campus Care

Campus Care is available each day for before and after school supervision. Morning Campus Care takes place in the Social Hall from 7:00–7:40 AM and extends to 8:25 AM on late start Wednesdays. After school Campus Care is held in Room 20 from 3:00–6:00 PM on regular days and from 12:30–6:00 PM on minimum days.

First Day of School

The first day of school is on Wednesday, August 13th, beginning at 8:00 AM with an early dismissal at 12:30 PM. Gates open at 7:40 AM.

This schedule will continue Thursday, August 14th, Friday August 15th, and Monday, August 18th. Our full day schedule will begin Tuesday, August 19th.

Morning and afternoon Campus Care is available. Students who are not picked up 15 minutes following dismissal will be escorted to Campus Care.

Back To School Night

Wednesday, August 13th

• Preschool, TK, Kindergarten: Meet with Mrs. Chambers at 5:45 PM in the Social Hall, then head to the classrooms at 6:15 PM.
• 1st and 2nd Grade: Meet with Mrs. Chambers at 6:45 PM in the Social Hall, then head to the classrooms at 7:15 PM.

Thursday, August 14th

• 3rd and 4th Grade: Meet with Mrs. Chambers at 5:45 PM in the Social Hall, then head to the classrooms at 6:15 PM.
• 5th and 6th Grade: Meet with Mrs. Chambers at 6:45 PM in the Social Hall, then head to the classrooms at 7:15 PM.

Note: Parents only need to meet with Mrs. Chambers one time.

First School Mass

Our first school Mass will take place for 1st-6th grade students on Friday, August 15th at 8:15  for the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in our beautiful St. Anthony’s Church. Please make sure your child is on time, has used the restroom, and is in full Mass dress. No shorts please! Students may change into shorts during their morning recess. The next school Mass will be on Friday, August 22nd at 8:15.

Moms & Margaritas

Get ready for a fun night out-Moms and Margaritas is back this fall!

Join us for our beloved back-to-school celebration on Friday, September 12^th from 6-9 PM, hosted at Brittany Kalajian’s home and co-hosted by Gleize Pistacchio, Alex Brunner, Leslie Fletcher, Michelle Sanders, Jordan Martin, and Brittany Kalajian (yes, there are two-and we love them both!)

Enjoy an evening of tacos, margaritas, music, and plenty of laughs with your fellow SAS moms. Tickets are $100 per person and include food, drinks, and a great time.

Purchase your tickets today-event details will be sent to all ticket holders. Don’t miss out on this fun fall tradition!

Save The Dates

Please save the date for several exciting school events planned for the 2025–2026 school year:

• Carnival-September 28th
• Golf Tournament- November 15th
• Auction-February 28th
• Pickleball Tournament-April 26th

Volunteer Must Dos

We are so grateful for our volunteers! We couldn't do it without you! In order to volunteer in any capacity the following requirements are necessary. All forms can be found in the front office.

1. LiveScan Fingerprint Clearance: If you have already completed this, you're good to go. This only needs to be done once during your time at SAS.
2. Safe Environment: All volunteers need to complete this online course. Please submit your certificate of completion to the office. This clearance is valid until June 2028.
3. Diocese of Fresno Code of Conduct: Please sign and return to the office.
4. TB Risk Assessment: All new volunteers must complete this assessment, which must be signed by a healthcare provider. You can take the form to your healthcare provider for completion. This assessment is valid for 3 years.
5. Volunteer Driver Requirements: If you'd like to assist as a driver, you must complete the Volunteer Driver Statement and provide copies of your driver's license, vehicle registration, and automobile insurance declaration page. These documents must be submitted again upon renewal.