Dear Parents,
As the month of April draws to a close, I reflect on what our school community has experienced in a relatively short amount of time—our school accreditation visit, the school closure, Distance Learning, shelter-in place. Simultaneously, we transitioned from Lent to the joy and new life of the Easter season. God reminds us that after enduring a challenge, we can emerge stronger and even more grateful for the blessings that we have. I feel we are learning and growing from facing challenges, and I am grateful for the hard work and support of everyone—teachers, staff, parents, students—especially over these past several weeks.
I continue to keep our entire school community in my prayers, and together, we can turn to God for strength and guidance as we face the effects of the pandemic. Here is a prayer (from the Kildare and Leighlin Diocese) that we can offer together:
Loving and healing God, we stand before you as people of hope, trusting in your care and protection. May your faithful love support us and soothe the anxiety of our hearts. Generous God, fill us with compassion and concern for others, that we may look after one another in these challenging days. Bring healing to those who are sick with the virus. May those who have died rest in your eternal embrace. Comfort their family and friends. Strengthen and protect all medical professionals caring for the sick and all who work in our medical facilities. Give wisdom to leaders in healthcare and governance, that they may make the right decisions for the well-being of all people. We pray in gratitude for those who continue to work in the days ahead in so many fields of life for the sake of us all. Bless them and keep them safe. AMEN.
Take care and stay safe!
--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez
SCHOOL EVENTS UPDATE
As announced last week, the Archdiocesan mandated school closures have been extended until the end of this school year in June.
With the extended school closure, some important school events have been postponed:
- First Reconciliation and First Communion will be postponed until Fall 2020. No date will be set until school is re-opened. Depending on guidelines/restrictions on social gatherings, these events may be further postponed until Spring 2021.
- Confirmation at St. Mary’s Cathedral is postponed until July 12, but is subject to change again depending on guidelines/restrictions on social gatherings.
- Currently planning for a modified 8th grade graduation ceremony for June. (Date, time, and location yet to be determined)
CLASSES ON ZOOM
Since last week, we have increased the frequency of class meetings on Zoom. By now, teachers have notified parents and students of the regular Zoom meetings on Class Dojo. (Middle school students may have also received the schedule via their school email.)
Please make sure that you and your child are aware of these regular Zoom meetings, and be prepared with the learning materials as directed by the teacher. Participation in Zoom sessions is very important! If you have any questions about Zoom meetings or any Distance Learning assignments, contact your child’s teacher via Class Dojo or email.
LIFETOUCH PHOTOS UPDATE
If you ordered Lifetouch Spring Pictures, they have been delivered to the school. You may pick up your order while the office is open, from Monday - Thursday, 12:00 - 3:00. If you’re not able to pick them up, the photos will safely be kept in the school office.
8th graders and 8th grade parents -- We are still waiting for your graduation portraits to arrive. Once they arrive at school, you will be informed.
If you ordered the school panoramic photo, those have not yet been delivered.
The shelter-in-place has delayed all photo orders and shipments. The Lifetouch photo company greatly appreciates our patience as we wait for our photo orders.
RE-REGISTRATION AND TUITION
If you have not yet returned the yellow re-registration form, please phone the school office (415-647-8662) Monday-Thursday between 12:00-3:00, and Ms. Ticas can fill out a form for you, with parent authorization.
For registration or tuition payments, Ms. Ticas will accept any credit card payments over the phone, or parents may drop in the office at those times (Monday-Thursday from 12:00-3:00) to submit a payment in person.
Payments may also be submitted via Venmo, by searching @SPeters-School. In the comments section, please write your child’s full name and “Tuition” or “Registration.”
If you have questions about registration or tuition, please call the office or email tuition-office@sanpedro.org
FOOD BANK SERVICES
During these uncertain times, you or someone you know may need assistance with basic needs such as daily meals. Here are some resources that could be helpful:
SF/Marin Food Bank Pop-up Pantries
https://www.sfmfoodbank.org/find-food/
(Available in Spanish by clicking on the Globe icon on the website)
https://sf.gov/get-food-resources
(Available in Spanish by clicking on “Translate” on the website)
https://www.sfmfoodbank.org/blog/calfresh-responds-to-unprecedented-need/
(Available in Spanish by clicking on the Globe icon on the website)
