Dear Parents,
Our Parent-Teacher Zoom Conferences begin today! Teachers will be sharing each student’s Progress Report for Trimester 1 and parents can learn about their children’s progress and ask teachers questions. Conferences are an important part of the school-home partnership, which helps to support students’ academic, social, emotional, and spiritual growth and learning.
During this time of Parent-Teacher Conferences, let us offer this prayer together:
Dear God,
Thank you for the gift of our children. Help us to set boundaries for them, and yet encourage them to explore. Give us the strength and courage to treat each day as a fresh start. May our children come to know you, the one true God, and Jesus Christ, whom you have sent. May your Holy Spirit help them to grow in faith, hope, and love, so they may know peace, truth, and goodness. May their ears hear your voice. May their eyes see your presence in all things. May their lips proclaim your word. May their hearts be your dwelling place. May their hands do works of charity. May their feet walk in the way of Jesus Christ, your Son and our Lord. AMEN. [From www.loyolapress.com]
We appreciate your partnership, parents!
--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez
MINIMUM DAYS
October 20, 21, and 22 are Minimum Day dismissals for students so that teachers can meet with all parents for the mandatory Parent-Teacher Conferences on Zoom. If you have any questions about your conference time, please contact your child’s teacher or the school office right away. Specific Zoom links for each teacher are available on Class Dojo.
Monday, October 25 is another Minimum Day Dismissal, as teachers will be attending a Faculty Meeting.
HALLOWEEN
On Friday, October 29, students are welcome to come to school dressed in their Halloween costume. Please ensure that your child’s costume is age-appropriate, and keep any weapon-like costume accessories at home. If your child chooses not to come to school in costume, they should still wear their regular school uniform or Friday school sweats. And whether in costume or not, we will ALL be wearing our usual face masks!
If your child would like to share a Halloween treat with his/her class, please bring pre-packaged items (such as individually wrapped candy) that are safe and easy to distribute. Non-edible items, like pencils or stickers, are also acceptable!
Contact the school office or your child’s teacher with any questions. Thank you!
DRIVE-IN MOVIE AT ST. PETER’S
On Friday, October 29, our Athletics Department is hosting a Drive-in movie fundraiser! The movie is yet to be determined, but in keeping with the season, it will be a Halloween classic.
- YOU CAN ONLY PURCHASE TICKETS BY REQUESTING AN ORDER FORM FROM THE OFFICE.
- Space is extremely limited! Secure your space by submitting both order form and cash payment ASAP.
- Prices are PER PERSON → $4.00 for St. Peter's School students, and $6.00 for anyone else over the age of 4.
- We STRONGLY encourage 5 seater vehicles just so everyone with you can get the best view.
- Tall vehicles will be difficult to accommodate as they can obstruct views.
FOOD will also be for sale, through Pre-orders:
“The Aztec Special” → 2 Tacos, Water, and Chips for $6.00
- This and other goodies will be sold at the night of the event for ALA CARTE prices
COVID Safety at the St. Peter’s Drive-In:
- All attendees must provide their contact information
- Attendees must remain in their cars for the duration of the movie.
- An intermission will be included for restroom breaks.
- For your convenience, all food orders will be brought to your vehicle.
- Masks must be worn at all times when not inside your vehicle.
If you have any questions, please contact the school office. Thank you!
SCHOOL MASS
Our Weekly School Masses take place on Tuesday mornings at 8:30, unless otherwise noted. Students will attend Mass in Church according to specified groups. Groups will rotate each week between in-person Church participation and Gospel reading/analysis in the classroom.
At this time, parents may join weekly school Masses by clicking on this link to our school Mass livestream: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw
COVID-19 NOTIFICATION
On October 18, a notification was sent home via SchoolSpeak email regarding a positive COVID-19 case at school. Close contacts have been notified and the affected class is in quarantine. As long as your child is not a close contact, your child can continue their usual activities, including going to school, childcare or any other programs. They do not need to quarantine or be tested unless they develop COVID-19 symptoms.
We will continue to follow SFDPH guidelines and our Infection Mitigation Plan (refer to the section below). Please see the symptoms listed below, and keep your child at home if he or she is not feeling well. Contact the school, and send in proper notification (doctor’s note and/or Negative COVID-19 test results) as directed by SFDPH before returning to school. Thank you for your cooperation in helping to keep our school community safe.
INFECTION MITIGATION PLAN
We continue to endure the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. To prevent the spread of COVID-19 at school, we have developed a School Infection Mitigation Plan, which was given to each parent on the first day of school as part of the Parent-Student Handbook. The Infection Mitigation Plan is also available on our school website at http://www.stpeterssf.org/pandemic-reopening-plan
Please remember -- If your child is feeling ill or has been exposed to COVID-19, phone the school office and keep your child at home!
🡪 Symptoms to watch out for include:
Fever -- 100.4°F / 38°C or higher
Cough
Severe headache
Sore throat
Shortness of breath or trouble breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Vomiting
Diarrhea
REMINDERS:
October 20-22 Minimum Day Dismissals for Parent-Teacher Zoom Conferences
October 25 Minimum Day Dismissal
October 26 8:30 AM School Mass
October 27 Minimum Day Dismissal
October 28 6:00 PM 7th & 8th Grade Parent Zoom Meeting – Information about Caritas Creek/CYO Camp Retreat
November 1 8:30 AM All Saints Day School Mass
