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Milestones
Dear SPN Families and Friends,
This is the season of milestone events for our students. Last Saturday the First Communicants in Second Grade enjoyed a special retreat for receiving the Sacrament of First Holy Communion on May 4. They have prepared for this ceremony and for becoming more active participants in the Mass by receiving the body of Christ. We are so proud of them and congratulate them on this milestone. Additionally, the First Communicants are hosting the Family Mass on Sunday, May 5 at 9:00 a.m. when they will be presented to the parish.
Another milestone will be Graduation for our Class of 2024 on May 31. Their teachers, Ms. Taylor and Mr. Toner and I, have taken them off campus today for their Graduation Retreat. This retreat gives them an opportunity to Reflect on the Past, Appreciate the Present, and Prepare for the Future. We have #4 St. Joseph Notre Dame High School students facilitate the retreat activities with the teachers. This event is a wonderful way for our 8th graders to have some time to reflect on this transition in their lives, with their peers, and truly prepare for their final month at St. Philip Neri Catholic School before they move onto high school. Again, we are so proud of our soon to be graduates and wish them all the best as they prepare for graduation.
While these milestones are especially significant, each and every one of our students will experience a milestone in that they will have completed one academic year of growth and development as they conclude the 2023-24 school year. For this reason we have several opportunities to celebrate and congratulate our students on their accomplishments.
Please note the following calendar changes so you don’t miss out on any of these events:
- Spring Concert, Wednesday, May 8, 7:00-8:00 p.m.
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May Crowning Mass, Friday, May 10 at 8:30 a.m., hosted by 2nd and 8th grades
- Math Night, Monday, May 13 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Please read through this Newsletter for other important information you don’t want to miss.
Peace & Blessings,
Ms. Thomas
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Things That Are Due Tomorrow | |
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Registering for the 2024-25 School Year
Registration deadline is midnight on Wednesday, May 1st. Please let Ms. Andie know if you have any questions.
Logging Volunteer Hours
Remember to log your volunteer hours by Wednesday, May 1st.
20 hours/family (if participating in sports, 5 additional hours in the sports program) is required. $50 per unfulfilled hour will be charged prior to registration for the new school year.
Please contact Ms. Trujillo if you have an SPN volunteer activity scheduled after May 1st.
Completing Your SCRIP Orders
If you haven't completed your SCRIP order yet, please contact Ms. Trujillo.
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May 2024
May 4 - First Holy Communion, 10:00 a.m.
May 7 - PTG Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
May 8 - Spring Concert, 7:00 p.m. Students' attendance required *New Date*
May 10 - All School Mass, May Crowning, 8:30 a.m. *New Date*
May 13 - Math Night, 6:00-7:30 p.m. *New Date*
May 14 - Fun Run
May 14 - AB Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
May 17 -School Spirit Day - SPN Spartan Spirit
May 17 - Sports Awards Night, 7:00-8:30 p.m.
May 20 - SAB Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
May 21 - Free Dress for May and June Birthdays
May 23 - Drama Performance
May 24 - SPN Olympics, 10:45-11:45 a.m., Noon Dismissal
May 26 - Feast of St. Philip Neri
May 27 - NO SCHOOL, Memorial Day Observed, No Share and Care
May 28 - 8th Grade Ribbon Ceremony, 1:00-1:30 p.m.
May 29 - 8th Grade Dinner Dance
May 30 - 8th Grade Picnic, No School for 8th Graders
May 31 - Baccalaureate Mass, 10:00 a.m.
May 31 - Graduation, 5:00 p.m.
June 2024
June 5 - 2:10 p.m. Dismissal, Lunch Service Ends
June 6 - NOON DISMISSAL, No Share and Care
June 7 - Last Day of School, Moving Up Ceremony, Report Card Day, 10:30 a.m. DISMISSAL, No Share and Care
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New Date for Spring Concert | |
Spring Concert Details from Mr. Q | |
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Here is a message from Mr. Q., the Music teacher, about the Spring Concert:
I have a few items about the upcoming concert that I want to make sure you are aware of.
The concert is at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8th. Students should arrive at their homerooms between 6:40 and 6:50 p.m. so we can have them ready for the performance. The doors to the church will open at 6:40 p.m. for seating.
The dress code for students for the concert is the same as in previous years, defined as "Nice Free Dress" in the student handbook. Basically, dressed up nicely as they would for attending church or in lieu of nicer clothes, the school uniform works as well. (The 5th grade class will be wearing green particularly, but no other classes have a special dress code.)
Students will not be released to go home until after the All-School song and the Spring Concert is complete. It will run for about one hour.
The theme of our concert this year is "A Celebration of Planet Earth."
Thank you and I hope to have a fun and joyful concert!
-Mr. Q.
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Fun Run Volunteers Needed | |
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Calling all friends, family, and supporters!
We are excited to announce that we've reached the final round of voting for the "Best of Parents Press" awards, thanks to your incredible support during the nomination phase. We're on the home stretch, but we still need your help to clinch this prestigious recognition!
Your belief in our school has brought us this far. If you think we deserve to win, we would be deeply honored if you would please vote for us. Your continued support is immensely appreciated, as it empowers us to further enrich our students, families and community.
Voting is simple! Please follow this link to vote in the three categories, Preschool, Faith Based Elementary and Faith Based Middle Schools: https://parentspress.com/best-of-parents-press-east-bay/ Every vote brings us closer to achieving this incredible milestone.
Thank you for your steadfast support and for being a vital part of our journey. Together, let's secure this win!
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New Facebook Page for SPN | |
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Hello Spartan Sports fans!
The year is winding down and we are excited to celebrate our fantastic athletes. We will have our sports awards night on Friday May 17th at 7:00 p.m. in the Church. We will celebrate our 8th graders with the prestigious perpetual awards as well as all of our athletic teams. It really is a great way to end the year on a high note! Desserts will be served on the yard following the awards. As always, any questions please let me know.
Go Spartans!
Jeff Croft
PE Teacher and Athletic Director
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7th Grade's Field Trip to the Food Bank | |
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We are thrilled to announce that the Julia Robinson Math Festival (JRMF) will be hosting our annual Math Night on Monday, May 13th, 2024, from 6:00 to 7:30 PM!
To ensure the success of this event, we are reaching out to seek volunteers from our math club families to assist with various aspects of the festival for 2.5 hours on 5/13. No prior math background is necessary and middle school students can help too! An expert from JRMF will host an hour-long volunteer session to comprehensively review each math activity featured at the festival and equip you with all the tools necessary to engage our students effectively.
Please sign up to volunteer here!
Thank you very much,
Helen Wang
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BBQ for Confirmation Class, Altar Servers and Youth Choir | |
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Dear SPN Confirmation Class, Altar Servers and Youth Choir,
The Knights of Columbus Council 1658 invite you to a BBQ in your honor on Sunday, May 5th after the 11:30 Mass in the Monsignor O'Brien Hall.
Lunch will be served at about 12:30.
Confirmation Class, please RSVP to Cathy Morales (alove4kids@comcast.net).
Altar Servers and Youth Choir, please RSVP to Lee Romero our SPN Parish secretary (secretary@spnsa.org). A parent or guardian is required to attend and your whole family is welcome. We just need to know to plan for enough food.
Please RSVP by Thursday May 2nd or earlier.
God Bless,
Greg Falkner
WGK - Knights of Columbus Council #1658
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Free Tickets to the Alameda County Fair | |
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Dear Parents,
Alameda County Fair is offering FREE single day admission tickets to their annual Fair between June 14 - July 7 in Pleasanton for K-5th Grade.
The Fair offers an opportunity for children to learn about agriculture and how food is grown and the importance of feeding our community. Children will also have the opportunity to learn about animals of all sizes, participate in STEAM activities and take-homecraft projects. New this year, students can learn about local farming with the new Fields of Gratitude, a Tribute to Local Famers displays.
Sincerely,
Alameda County Fair
HOW TO CLAIM YOUR FREE TICKET
Your ticket must be claimed following the unique link below:
alameda.saffire.com/p/pages/school-program or scan QR code for quick access to claim a ticket. After you submit, your ticket will automatically be emailed to you. Show the ticket QR code at Admission Gates on a mobile device or printed. Your ticket is valid for any single day of Fair.
*Valid through July 7 at midnight, while supplies last. Do not share promo code, quantities are limited to each school. Alameda County Fair is a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
**Non-discounted items may also be added to cart, no additional discount will apply.
***Promo code is not applicable on the main Fair ticket page or on-site at the gates.
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Our school spirit store is still open!
Hello Spartan Sports fans! Spring is in the air and our school spirit store is wide open! Feel free to look at your options of apparel and accessories as all items are customizable! With new additions of brands like Lulu Lemon there is sure to be something you will like and show off your Spartan Spirit!
Click here to order your school spirit wear.
Go Spartans!
Jeff Croft
PE Teacher and Athletic Director
Saint Philip Neri Catholic School
(510) 219-0773
Go Spartans!
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Summer Camps and After School Activities | |
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Chess at St. Philip Neri
Dates: Thursdays, April 11 - May 30, 2024
Location: Science Room
Time: 3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Grades: 1- 5
Tuition: $128 for the 8-week session
Enroll online at www.berkeleychessschool.org (under after school classes)
Immerse yourself in the exciting world of chess! Chess is fun and can be learned quickly and easily! Studies have found that chess helps improve test results in reading, science, and math, and produces growth in critical cognitive skills. Beyond academia, chess influences social behavior including self esteem, respect for others, patience, and good sportsmanship. And did we mention: it's FUN!
- Chess boards and sets are provided.
- The minimum class size is 10 and the maximum is 20.
- Enrollments are accepted in the order received.
- For siblings, the first child is full price, additional siblings are half price.
- Some reduced fees are available to low-income families upon request.
The Berkeley Chess School is a nonprofit organization offering chess instruction from kindergarten through high school since 1982. Over the years our students have won many state championships and several have gone on to become National Masters, FIDE Masters, International Masters, and International Grandmasters.
Please contact:
Program Coordinator
The Berkeley Chess School
programs@berkeleychessschool.org
Phone: (510) 843-0150 Fax: (510) 843-0140
www.berkeleychessschool.org
Tax ID: 94-3225242
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Dear Parents,
Brains & Motion, an educational enrichment provider, is offering exciting and educational STEM, Arts, and Sports Summer Camps at Saint Philip Neri School for grades K-8 this year. They offer $100 off as an early bird special expiring on April 15.
We’d love for your children to join!
Attached you’ll find a digital flyer with more information, including dates, grades, and more. In the flyer you can also find a free digital STEM workbook. To register, please follow this LINK. You’ll find numerous options to fit every child’s interests.
If you have any further questions, please email Brains & Motion Education directly at contact@brains-and-motion.com.
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Did you know that you can purchase Scrip online to be picked up in the front office? Enter group ID 510521SPN when you register a new account.
Each family is required to purchase $2,000 in Scrip by May 1st.
Order yours today!
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Earn Volunteer Hours With Purchases From Our Wish Lists | |
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Have you joined SPN on social media?
We would love to have you as a part of our social media community.
It only takes a few seconds to join.
Check us out on Instagram at “spnalameda”.
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