St. David of Wales Catholic School

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Week of November 11, Vol 2, Issue 14

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. Rooted in Catholic beliefs and values our school prioritizes academic achievement and builds moral and social responsibility. We cultivate global citizens in a culturally diverse community, while promoting Catholic values and respect for all of God’s creations.

Dear St. David Families,

This November has been a neaningful time of reflection, gratitude, and preparation as we work together to ensure a safe, faith-centered, and nurturing environment for our students. We would like to extend a sincere thank you to all our families for your cooperation during our recent evacuation drill. Practicing these safety measures is essential to protecting our community, and we're grateful for your support and partnership in prioritizing our students' well-being.

As we continue to grow and improve, we have began the transition from Curacubby to Brightwheel. This new platform will enhance convenience for families by providing an easy-to-use billing and communication system. You'll be receiving setup instructions soon, and we thank you for your patience and cooperation as we make this change.

Congratulations to the Golden Bear Award recipieints, who exemplify our schoolwide learning expectation of being Blessed! These students have shown dedication in participating in our Church community, making good choices rooted in moral values, and embracing our Catholic teachings. Their commitment to faith, kindness, and integrity inspires us all.

This week, as we honor Veteran's Day, we are reminded of the courage, selflessness, and dedication of those who serve our country. Their sacrifices allow us to enjoy the freedom to gather, learn, and grow together as a Catholic community. Let us keep them in our prayers, grateful for the peace and opportunities we cherish.

Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership and trust. May this month be a time of reflection, gratitude, and service for all of us.

Yours in faith,

Mr. Swanson & Ms. Medrano

UPCOMING EVENTS

November 11

Veteran's Day

Observation of Veteran's Day- No School

November 13

Audio Screening

Students in Kindergarten, 2nd, 5th, and 8th grades will be screened as well as new students.

November 16

Celebrate our Parish

Join us at the 5pm Mass in celebration of Discover Catholic Schools Week

5 pm

November 19

Celebrating our Families

Join us for some pastries and coffee at morning drop off courtesy of our PTG

7:50 am

November 20

Minimum Day

Professional Development Day for our teachers. Please make sure to pack a lunch if your student will be going to Willows.

12N dismissal

November 21

Minimum Day

Professional Development Day for our staff. Please make sure to pack a lunch if your student will be going to Willows.

12N dismissal

November 22

Snacksgiving

Please see the instructions below.

Congratulations to our students who exemplified the Schoolwide Learning Expectation of being Blessed!

Participate in the Church community

Make good choices based on moral values

Know the Catholic teaching

Thank you for your faith, service, and knowledge to our school:

Paulette C. - 8th grade

Dominic S. - 7th grade

Alef A. - 6th grade

Natalie D. - 5th grade

Charlotte Yeager - 4th grade

Dahia L. - 3rd grade

Daniela L. - 2nd grade

Francesca G. - 1st grade

EARN A FREE DRESS PASS

Simply write a Yelp or Google review for St. David School and/or St. David Preschool and earn a free dress pass. Write a review, post it, and email a screenshot to principal@stdavidschool.org. Thank you for supporting St. David and spreading the good word!

For Preschool families - you may earn 1 Parent Participation Program hour!

NOTES FROM THE OFFICE

Billing Platform Update

We’re transitioning from Curacubby to Brightwheel for tuition and extended care billing, as Curacubby will soon shut down their operations. Look for an email with setup instructions for your new Brightwheel account in the coming days. This new platform will offer a streamlined experience with flexible payment options. Thank you for your cooperation during this transition!

Here is a video to show you how to sign up with Brightwheel.

Click here for Volunteer Opportunities!

A Note from PTG:

Dear St. David School Families,

We have a few volunteer opportunities:

November 13 - Fix the Field Day #2. We are looking for parent volunteers to help repair our school field. This is a great way to earn volunteer hours and support our students' outdoor space! If you're interested, please sign up here. Thank you for helping us keep our cmapus beautiful and safe.
November 13 - Santa Breakfast Planning. Please join the PTG Officers in planning for our Christmas time fundraiser!

Alex Merino is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Alex Merino's Zoom Meeting

Time: Nov 13, 2024 06:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81260197020?pwd=usmXhP8fKZ8YX8vDQMDZLoq8gkrD9k.1

Meeting ID: 812 6019 7020

Passcode: 766517

November 22 - Vision Screening - we are looking for two volunteers to help out with the require vision screening. Please email principal@stdavidschool.org if you would like to volunteer
Santa Breakfast - Our Christmas time FUNdraiser. This is a great way to pick up some volunteer hours as we wrap up the first half of the school year. Email PTG with any questions! Click here for Santa Breakfast!

With gratitude,

PTG

ptg@stdavidschool.org

DISCOVER CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK

Join us in celebrating Discover Catholic Schools Week. We celebrate current and prospective families in choosing a Catholic education. This will be the first St. David celebrates this week as a school community, and we are looking forward to all the fun!

Nov 16 - Join us at the Saturday 5pm Children's Mass. Students who attend Mass in full uniform may receive free dress on Monday, November 18.

Nov 18 - Our students participate in a door decorating contest. Prizes will be awarded to the winning class!

Nov 19 - Join our PTG for some pastries and coffee during morning drop-off. Stop by and get to know our school families.

Nov 20 - We will celebrate our faculty and staff with a catered lunch.

Nov 21 - Each student is asked to bring 2 cans for the canned food drive. We will be donating the canned foods to the Food Bank of Contra Costa.

Nov 22 - Our students will be participating in the first ever schoolwide Snacksgiving! Each student is asked to bring a snack to share with their Faith Families. Please see the attached flyer for instructions.

FLU & COLD SEASON

Cold & Flu Season is Here!

As temperatures drop, cold and flu season kicks in. Help keep our Bear community healthy by encouraging good habits:

- Wash hands regularly with soap and water.

- Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue or elbow.

- Stay home if your child feels unwell to prevent spreading illness.

- Boost immunity with proper sleep, hydration, and nutrition.

For more prevention tips and details, check out this helpful article. Stay Bear Strong and healthy! 🐻❤️

CYO CORNER

Our girls volleyball team will kick off their season with their first game on Saturday, November 16, against St. Theresa! Let's show our suppot and cheer them on as they represent St. David with Bear pride. Go Bears! 🏐

CHOCOLATE SALES ENDING

Help support our school by participating in the chocolate fundraiser! Stock up on your favorite treats and spread the word to family and friends. Every box sold brings us closer to our goals.

Thank you for your support and happy selling!

Next Fundraiser: Gift Wrap! Just in time for the holidays

SUPPORT OUR SCHOOL WITH BOX TOPS FOR EDUCATION

Help us raise funds with the Box Tops for Education program! It's easy and makes a big impact. Simply download the Box Tops app, scan your grocery receipts, and the schoole arns money with every eligible product you buy. No more clipping--just scan and earn!

Thank you for support St. David's mission to enrich our students' learning experience!

NEW REFERRAL PROGRAM

Refer a new family to St. David School and if they register and enroll their student(s) you will earn a $500 tuition credit. There is no limit to how many families you can refer each year, so please share our website link with everyone you know. In order to receive the tuition discount, the new family must list you as the referral when completing the registration packet. Only one referral per new family will be accepted.

3-MINUTE RETREAT- Waters of Life

**3-Minute Retreat: Water of Life**

This week’s 3-minute retreat from Loyola Press, *Water of Life*, invites us to reflect on water as a symbol of God’s grace and renewal. Take a few moments to pause, pray, and reconnect with the divine source that refreshes our spirits.

3-Minute Retreat