Message from the Principal

Dear SAS Family,

We had a wonderful first week of school! It was such a joy to see your children back on campus, and I truly feel we are off to a fantastic start. Thank you to all who attended Back to School Night. I hope you found the presentation informative and now have a clear understanding of all that we are working on this year. Most importantly, you had the opportunity to meet your children’s teachers. As I always say, we are blessed with an incredible staff who deeply love your children, and I am confident that Back to School Night affirmed that for you.

This Friday, we are honored to welcome The Most Reverend Bishop Brennan as our celebrant for Mass. What a blessing it is to have the Bishop on our campus as we begin this school year together. I encourage you to attend and witness the beautiful faith community we share here at St. Anthony’s.

Following Mass, we invite you to join us for Coffee Chat. This is a time of fellowship, coffee, and pastries. It is a wonderful opportunity to meet new families and celebrate the start of our year together.

A Few Important Reminders:

1.    Hot Lunch- If you are having trouble ordering hot lunch through FACTS please contact Mrs. Montes at fmontes70@yahoo.com.

2.    Handbook Pages- Please sign and return the last three pages of the parent/student handbook to the office.

3.    Campus Care-

•   Morning Campus Care: Social Hall
• Afternoon Campus Care: Currently in the Social Hall until the air conditioner in Room 20 is repaired.
• Drop-off & Pick-up: Please use the glass doors at the Maroa parking lot.
•  Once moved back to Room 20, pick-up will be through the gate (with the doorbell) at the end of the main parking lot
•   For questions, you may contact Ms. Vicki at 559-214-7359.

4.    School Text Messages-If you are not receiving school text message reminders or updates, please stop by the office so we can assist you.

5.    Volunteer Clearance-Please check with the office to confirm your volunteer clearance is current. This will ensure you are ready for upcoming activities and field trips.

6.    Custody Orders- If you have a custody order, please email an updated copy to me at Mchambers@sasfresno.com. These must be renewed each year to ensure your child’s safety and that court orders are followed.

We look forward to seeing you this Friday for Mass and Coffee Chat and again on Monday, August 25th, for our first school-wide Prayer Service.

With hope and gratitude,

Myka Chambers



Late Start Tomorrow

Tomorrow is our first late start Wednesday. School will begin at 8:45 a.m. and end at 3:00 p.m. Campus Care is available starting at 7:00 a.m. in the Social Hall. Gates will open at 8:25 a.m.

Electives

Stay tuned for more information regarding our Kindergarten - 3rd grade after school electives and our 4th - 6th electives that will take place during the school day! Sign ups and more information will be sent out in the next couple of days!

Aug/Sept-Late Hot Lunch Order Form

Please print and submit this form to the office by Friday, August 22nd at noon.

SAS Swag Coming Soon!

This PTO fundraiser has something for everyone: t‑shirts and sweatshirts from child to adult sizes, and hats made just for grownups. Ordering link drops in the newsletter next week. All profits benefit SAS PTO.

Thank You Volunteers!

Sweet success! Our Ice Cream Social was a hit — thanks to the generosity of Drs. Rene and Veronica Ramirez, Dr. Janelle Fong, Dr. Raul Ayala, Dr. Jenny McDermott, Britany Kalajian, NP, and Reanin Kielmeyer, NP. Our providers completed 73 sports physicals for student-athletes, and their efforts raised $1,825 for SAS. We’re so grateful for their support in keeping our athletes healthy and our community strong!

Welcome Mass with Bishop Brennan

We are joyfully looking forward to welcoming the Bishop as we gather for Mass this Friday at 8:15 a.m. Students in Preschool through 6th Grade will attend. Please ensure your child arrives to their classroom on time, has used the restroom beforehand, and is dressed in proper Mass attire-no shorts please.

What a blessing it is to come together each Friday as a school family to worship and grow in faith. May this special time with the Bishop inspire our hearts and draw us closer to Christ.

Coffee Chats with Mrs. Chambers

Our first Coffee Chat will take place this Friday following Mass. Please stop by the courtyard for a cup of coffee and opportunity to enjoy some friendly conversation with Mrs. Chambers.

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!

Moms & Margaritas

Join us for our beloved back-to-school celebration!

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

Snack Shack

Snack Shack will begin on Tuesday, September 2nd. First through sixth graders can swing by during morning recess to grab some tasty treats. Prices range from just $0.50 to $2.00, so there’s something for everyone!

But we can’t make this magic happen without our amazing parent volunteers! We need your help to set up, sell snacks, and tidy up afterward. You'll be working alongside our awesome 5th and 6th grade Student Government officers—what a great way to get involved and interact with the kids!

Snack Shack runs Monday through Friday, from 9:40 AM to 11:00 AM. All volunteers need to safe environment cleared, so make sure to get that done if you haven’t already. Ready to join the fun? Sign up using the link below!

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.