St. David of Wales Catholic School

GOOD NEWS BEARS

Week of August 19, Vol 2, Issue 2

Dear St. David Families,

The start of a new school year is always filled with anticipation and energy, and this year has been no exception. Our school-wide theme is Bear Strong: Together We Achieve, perfectly captures the spirit we've seen throughout our faculty and staff as we complete our orientation week.

The true strength of our school lies in our collective effort. Whether it's teachers guiding students through new challenges, parents supporting learning at home, students helping each other, or current families showing the ropes to new families, it's clear that we are stronger together.

As we eagerly await the first day of school, embrace the Bear Strong mindset. There will be challenges, but with our united efforts, there's nothing we can't overcome. Let's keep working together, supporting one another, and striving to achieve our best.

Thank you for choosing to be a Bear! We look forward to a fantastic year with you all.

Yours in faith,

Mr. Swanson & Ms. Medrano

UPCOMING EVENTS

August 20

Sneak Peek

Come take a peek at your classroom and meet your teacher!

4:00 - 6:00 pm

August 21

First Day of School

We are so excited to see you all back on campus!

No Willows

12N dismissal

August 21

Cross Country

CYO Cross Country practice starts! See below for more information

August 22

First Full Day of School

Specialty classes and Willows begin

Dismissal: 2:45pm

August 28

Back to School Night

Mandatory meeting for all families.

6:00 - 7:30pm

Rose Mello Hall

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OFFICE HOURS

The St. David of Wales main office is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 am - 3:30 pm starting on August 12th. We encourage you to reach out if you have any questions or need assistance with any part of the registration process. Our team is here to support you!

WELCOME BACK COFFEE & CHAT

Join our Parent-Teacher Group (PTG) for some hospitality and summer catch up on August 21st after morning prayer in Rose Mello Hall!

New families and preschool families are encouraged to join us and get to know some of the faces that keeps St. David running.

FAMILY/ STUDENT HANDBOOK

Our St. David Family Handbook is an important resource that outlines important policies, procedures, and expectations for the year. Please take note of some of the changes such as lunch deliveries, attendance, and on-campus visits. Please take the time to review it thoroughly with your family and students. It will help ensure a smooth and successful school year.

Family/Student Handbook

FORMS AND REGISTRATION

To start the year off strongly, we ask that all parents complete the necessary forms as soon as possible. These include Disaster and the Family Handbook Acknowledgement form. Completing these promptly helps us maintain accurate records and ensures the safety and well-being of all our students.

The Emergency/Health Information and Technology User Agreements were completed at the time of registration. If you have any questions about these--please don't hesitate to contact the Main Office.

Disaster Form

Family/Student Handbook Acknowledgement

HOT LUNCH PROGRAM

**CHECK YOUR SPAM FOLDERS** An email went out to all the school families from Ordo with some information and instruction on how to sign up.

We are thrilled to announce that starting this school year, we will be transitioning to Ordo as our new hot lunch provider. Ordo is committed to offering a variety of nutritious and delicious meals that cater to all our students’ dietary needs.

We believe this change will enhance the overall lunchtime experience for our Bear scholars, providing them with appealing options to fuel their minds and bodies for the day. Here is some information:

Ordo Information

CYO: CROSS COUNTRY

Join our cross country team this fall and experience the thrill of running in beautiful outdoor settings while making new friends and staying fit! Cross country is a fantastic way to challenge yourself and be part of a supportive community. Sign up today and take the first step towards an unforgettable season of running, fun, and personal growth.

For more information, please contact: stdavidbears.sports@gmail.com

Email St. David CYO

To sign-up for CYO Cross Country, complete the forms (use the link below) and submit to the main office along with your $125 registration fee.

CYO FORMS - Click Here

UNIFORM

Leftside Printing Pricing Leftside Printing continues to make sure that the polos and sweatshirts with the new logo are available. Our uniform policy from the 2024-25 Family Handbook.

Uniform Policy- School Uniforms can be purchased at Leftside Printing (Link to Website HERE) (polos, sweatshirts, outerwear, hats) or Dennis Uniform (Jumpers, skorts, skirts). Leftside Printing is located on 1420 Macdonald Ave, Richmond, CA and can be reached via their website (https://www.leftsideprinting.com) or phone number (510) 965-9697).

CURACUBBY TUITION PAYMENTS

We continue to partner with Curacubby for tuition and Willows payments. This platform provides a secure and convenient way to manage payments throughout the school year. If you haven’t already, please make sure your account is set up and ready to go before the first payment is due (August 5).

All issues should have been resolved at this point. If your Curacubby has not been yet resolved, please reach out to the office.

SUPPLY LISTS

Supply lists for each grade level are now available on our school website Faculty & Supply List Link Please ensure that your child has all the necessary supplies by the first day of school.

St. David School Mission Statement

It is the mission of St. David of Wales Catholic School to consistently provide a safe environment for academic and spiritual growth. Our school fosters the teachings of Jesus Christ in our students by promoting Catholic values. We prioritize moral and social responsibility and academic achievement. We cultivate global citizens in a culturally diverse community by promoting respect for all of God’s creations.

ST. DAVID CATHOLIC SCHOOL

871 Sonoma Street

Richmond, CA 94805

www.stdavidschool.org

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