Message from the Principal

Dear SAS Family,

Welcome Back! It was wonderful to see you at the Ice Cream Social! The energy on campus was electric, and you could truly feel God’s presence among us. We are blessed with an incredible group of educators and staff who are ready and excited to begin the school year. Our mission is to bring your children closer to God, prepare them academically, and ensure their safety each and every day.

This week is an exciting one as we host our Back to School Nights on Wednesday and Thursday. We will begin with a brief meeting with me, where I will share the many exciting things happening on our campus this year. Afterwards, you will visit your child’s classroom to hear from their teacher about expectations and to get to know them better.

This Friday is our first school Mass, and we encourage you to join us. It is a Holy Day of Obligation, and your presence sets a powerful example as the primary faith leader and Campus Minister in your child’s life.

Tomorrow is our first day of school! Students will go directly to their classrooms, and there will not be a prayer service. Our first prayer service for families to attend will be on August 25th. Please note, there will be no PM Campus Care on Monday, August 18th, as our staff will be participating in CPR training. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Also, a friendly reminder that tomorrow is not a late start day. Please drive carefully in our parking lots, as our children will be eager to see their friends and capture those special first day of school memories.

We are looking forward to a blessed and joyful school year, partnering with you in the faith-filled education of your child.

With hope and gratitude,

Myka Chambers



STAR Testing

The first round of STAR testing begins this week for Kindergarten-6th grade. Teachers have 3 weeks to administer the test to students. STAR testing is used as an assessment tool to help gauge student learning. The results provide teachers with important feedback and strategies to help with student success in the classroom. Parents will receive a STAR testing report in the coming weeks.

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.

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.

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.

Little Spirit Leaders

Friday, August 15th is the deadline to sign up for Little Spirit Leaders and purchase spirit wear. Please refer to the July 23rd email for the links and more information. If you have any questions please contact sas.spiritleaders@gmail.com

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. PM Campus Care will not be available on Monday, August 18th.

First Day of School

The first day of school is tomorrow 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.

Full Day Schedule

Our full day schedule begins on Tuesday, August 19th. Please make sure your child has a cold lunch or has ordered a hot lunch through Mrs. Montes. School begins at 8:00am and dismissal is at 3:00pm.

Late Start Next Wednesday

Our first late start Wednesday will be on August 20th. School will begin at 8:45 a.m. and end at 3:00 p.m. Campus Care will be available starting at 7:00 a.m. in the Social Hall, and the gates will open at 8:25 a.m.

Prayer Service

Our first official Prayer Service will take place on Monday, August 25th at 8:10 in the gym. We hope you can join us! We will not have a traditional Prayer Service on the 18th.

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.