A MESSAGE FROM SR. PRINCIPAL, MR. TOLZDA | |
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Dear St. Serra Parents,
Welcome back! I hope that everybody had an enjoyable, relaxing Christmas break! As we begin the new year I am looking forward to beginning right where we left off - with lots of excitement and energy around campus! Back in August, we experienced a really great beginning to the school year; since then, we’ve seen our students continue to excel in and out of the classroom. Now, 5 months later, the students’ progress is really starting to show. It is really encouraging to watch the children grow, learn and develop as the year progresses.
As the school year continues, we have many fantastic events and activities planned at St. Serra. There are numerous parents involved in planning and participating in these events, all of which are designed to support and enhance the children's learning experience, and for this I am extremely grateful! I encourage and invite all parents to get involved in some capacity. I realize that parents are busy with life, work, and raising their children, and finding time to participate with the school can be challenging. But getting involved at St. Serra demonstrates to your children that you are invested in their education. They will come to see that ‘it must be important if mom and dad are here.’ There are so many volunteer opportunities that are beneficial to you, your children and our school, and I hope that you consider taking advantage of them. Please reach out to our PTO or directly to us at St. Serra. The benefits resulting from your gifts of time and talent will be well worth the effort.
Finally, remember that all children have ‘bumps’ in their journey at one time or another, and St. Serra is dedicated to assisting our students through various challenges. Please know that if you have any questions, concerns, or simply want to know, ‘is this normal?’, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
Always striving,
Tim Tolzda
Sr. Principal
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*** STAR TESTING ALL WEEK *** | |
MONDAY,
January 9
School Resumes
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WEDNESDAY,
January 11
Minimum Day Dismissal
Preschool-2nd at 11:30 a.m. 3rd-8th at 12:10 p.m.
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FRIDAY,
January 13
Food for Friends Food Drive
Morning Drop-off
SPIRIT SHIRT DAY - Wear your 2022-23 spirit shirt with uniform bottoms
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WEEKLY UPDATES BY GRADE LEVEL | |
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STAR Testing in January 2023
The second diocesan STAR testing window for the 2022-2023 school year will take place January 9 through January 20, 2023. Please note that this testing period will begin on the first day we return from Christmas break. Please read the full article for the testing schedule and instructions on how to sign up to receive test results.
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Food for Friends Drive this Friday
The next "Food for Friends" monthly food drive will be this Friday, January 13. The local food banks need our help! Not sure what to donate? Click the link below for suggested items.
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2023-24 School Year Registration for Current Families
To ensure priority enrollment, all currently enrolled, TK - Grade 7 families are required to complete 2023-2024 Registration (1 per student) in FACTS. This will secure your spot for the 2023-24 school year. This priority enrollment period for our current families is from January 2, 2023 through February 3, 2023. After this period, St. Serra will begin accepting new applicants for any unsecured spots in each grade level. Preschool families...
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Volunteer Corner: New Opportunities Available!
New volunteer sign-ups have been added for Seasons Luncheon, Book Fair, Catholic Schools Week, Father Daughter Dance and Anchor Ball. Need volunteer hours? We've got you covered! Click the link below to view the online sign-ups.
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2022-23 Academic Decathlon Team
St. Junipero Serra Catholic School is proud to announce the 2022-2023 Academic Decathlon Team. These students will compete in the regional event at Santa Margarita Catholic High School on Saturday, March 4, 2023.
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Chick-fil-A FUNlunch on Friday, January 27
Save the date! Our next ever-popular Chick-fil-A FUNlunch is coming up on Friday, January 27. Online ordering will be available one week from today - look for the link in the January 15 St. Serra Sunday News!
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Rebate (SCRIP) News
Local Vendor orders (Hanna’s, Handel’s and Tutto Fresco) for January can be ordered anytime until 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 (due to the Martin Luther King school holiday) and will be delivered by Friday, January 20, 2023.
Ralph’s shoppers: Ralph’s rebates for quarter ending November 30, 2022 are due and need to be submitted by Friday, January 27, 2023. Click below for instructions.
Questions? Contact [email protected]
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2022-23 Yearbook 'Opt-Out' Deadline Extended to January 15
In January 2023, ALL families will be automatically billed $55 PER STUDENT through FACTS for 2022-23 yearbook(s). If you would like to opt-out of automatic billing OR change the number of yearbooks you would like to purchase, click the button below. LAST CALL! Opt-out requests must be received no later than January 15, 2023.
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St. Serra Spring Musical
Make way! Make way! Moana Jr. Auditions are coming to St. Serra!! Students in Grades 1-8 are invited to audition and participate in the Spring Musical. Click the link below for more details and important instructions.
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Fourth Grade Mass in the St. Serra Chapel
On Thursday, January 12, Fr. Aristotle will celebrate Mass with our Grade Four students in our St. Serra Chapel. The fourth grade Serra Singers will be singing at this Mass, and as always, we are pleased to invite our fourth grade parents to join us. Mass will start at 10:30 a.m. If you are attending, please enter campus through the School Office. As a reminder, all fourth grade students are to wear their formal uniform on this day.
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Tickets on Sale Now for Father Daughter Dance 2023
Saturday, February 4, 2023
6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
St. Serra Student Activity Center
Daughters and dads/father figures...join us for a wonderful night of dancing, exciting OPPORTUNITY RAFFLES, and delicious treats. to register, please click on the link below.
Volunteers are needed! CLICK HERE to view the sign up.
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The Scholastic Book Fair is Coming!
The Scholastic Book Fair will be here at St. Serra from January 23 to February 3, 2023.
Our Scholastic Book Fair is coming this month! More information, including class shopping schedules, will be coming home with your student(s). Please look for your child's flyer and shopping envelope.
Volunteers are needed to help set-up, cashier, and tear down. Please sign up below:
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Don't Miss This Year's Seasons Luncheon!
As a reminder - participants who pre-purchase or sell 9 or more TRAVEL RAFFLE tickets by Tuesday, January 17, will be automatically entered into a special incentive drawing for a beautiful purse from Gucci!
Preparations are underway for an amazing event! Please join us for an amazing afternoon. Tickets are still available - register below!
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Anchor Ball 2023 - "Denim and Diamonds"
Click the "Read More" button below for Anchor Ball news and information regarding baskets, sponsorships, volunteer opportunities, tickets and more!
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