Dear Parents,
This coming weekend, we will celebrate Presidents’ Day with a 4-day school break. During this holiday, let us remember our nation’s leaders, service men and women, and even ourselves as Christian citizens, especially as we work to strengthen our country during these difficult times and continue to move forward during this pandemic. Together, let us offer this prayer (from unlockingthebible.org):
Dear God,
Thank you for your common grace and every good gift. We know freedom, industry, jobs, healthcare, and a stable economy come at no small cost. Thank you for the men and women who’ve sacrificed to serve our Presidents and country by protecting and leading us. Thank you for making your “sun rise on the evil and on the good, and for sending rain on the just and on the unjust” (Matthew 5:45). You show your goodness and kindness through these common, good gifts.
Show us how we can contribute, serve, speak, and act in a way that exalts Christ (Colossians 3:17). We want to do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to you, Father, through him. We want to use our gifts and opportunities to better our country and ultimately honor Jesus’ name.
May your Church be the hands and feet of Christ to our nation.
We ask this in your holy name. AMEN.
--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez
VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATION
Since Valentine’s Day is on a Sunday this year, we will celebrate Valentine’s Day at school on Thursday, February 11, before our long weekend begins. Students may bring cards or non-food items to share, such as pencils or stickers. However, as a COVID-19 safety precaution, NO FOOD ITEMS may be shared for Valentine’s Day. Thank you for your understanding.
VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE
St. Peter’s School is hosting a Virtual Open House TODAY--Wednesday, February 10 at 3:00 and on Thursday, February 18 at 3:00. If you know of any prospective families who are interested in attending St. Peter’s School for this year or the upcoming school year, please encourage them to call the school office to receive the link to the virtual open house. Spread the word! Your support is appreciated!
PRESIDENTS’ DAY BREAK
This Friday (February 12) and Monday (February 15), are school holidays for the Presidents’ Day break. School will be closed and there will be no Zooms for Distance Learning. School will resume on Tuesday, February 16 with the regular schedule.
STAR TESTING
Window #3 for the required Archdiocese STAR Testing will continue this week, and will continue through February 19. Distance Learners -- Please follow your teacher’s directions to complete your remote testing session. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s teacher. Thank you for your cooperation!
COVID-19 UPDATE
We continue to practice infection mitigation protocols at school, and if your child is not feeling well, please do not send him/her to school unless cleared to do so. Symptoms to watch for include:
· Fever or Chills
· Cough
· Shortness of breath, rapid breathing, or difficulty breathing
· Loss of taste or smell. Children may complain that food “tastes bad” or “tastes funny”
· Congested or runny nose
· Sore throat
· Headache
· Muscle aches or body aches
· Feeling unusually fatigued or tired
· Diarrhea
· Nausea or vomiting
For anyone traveling outside of the Bay Area, there is a mandatory quarantine of 10 days upon return to the Bay Area. The Travel Advisory and Guidance from SFDPH is available here: https://www.sfdph.org/dph/alerts/covid-guidance/COVID-Travel-Advisory.pdf
Remember that our Return to School Infection Mitigation Plan, as well as our Distance Learning Plan, are available on our school website: http://www.stpeterssf.org
If you have any questions, contact the school office. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!
COVID-19 Vaccine update: A website is now available so you can sign-up to get notifications regarding your eligibility to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. (For Spanish, click on Español in the top right corner.) Visit https://sf.gov/get-notified-when-youre-eligible-covid-19-vaccine and click on “Get Notified” to get started.
BASIC FUND APPLICATIONS
New Applications: Starting January 15, the BASIC Fund new application for the 2021-2022 School Year will be available online on www.basicfund.org. Because this year has been so challenging, BASIC Fund is making a change and allowing applicants to provide their 2019 tax returns, if 2020 returns are not yet prepared. New siblings for current BASIC Fund students must request a link from BASIC Fund to apply for a new student. The deadline is March 31, 2021
Renewal Applications: The BASIC Fund has decided to use the financial documentation that we have on file for the current year, to process the 2021-2022 renewals for our renewing families. In February, BASIC Fund will email families a renewal application link for each family to update their information, i.e., address, telephone, etc. Families will still be able to update any financial documentation if they would like to be considered for a higher percentage. Families that exceeded the financial guidelines but met the leeway for the 2020-2021 School Year and were awarded 25%, should submit recent financial information for consideration. The BASIC Fund will determine if you qualify. The deadline is March 31, 2021.
ARCHDIOCESE ELEMENTARY FAMILY GRANT
The application process for the Archdiocese Family Grant for the 2021-2022 school year has now begun. Please go on to mytads.com to begin the application process. If you do not have ready your 2020 income tax or financial information. be sure you submit your 2019 income tax information or 2019 income information (Calworks, social security, food stamps, etc.). You should upload or fax to Tads your 2020 income tax or 2020 financial information before the deadline. Please be sure you have completed the total Tads process by the Archdiocese deadline—April 15, 2021.
GRAY “AZTECS” SWEATS
Our gray “AZTECS” hoodies, sweatpants, and t-shirts are available in youth and adult sizes, but quantities are limited. The prices are below:
Hoodies - $30 each
Sweatpants - $25 each
T-shirts - $10 eac
At school, gray AZTECS sweats may be worn on Fridays in lieu of the regular school uniform. Parents are welcome to wear the AZTECS sweats, too! If you’d like to purchase any of these items, please call the school office at 415-647-8662 to place an order and make a payment.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES and FORMS
As students return to the school building, they must submit all completed forms to their teacher:
- Emergency Card
- Medical Packet
- Media Release
- Technology Responsible Use Form
- Community Pledge
- Risk Acknowledgement Form
- Live-streaming of Classes Form
For a complete list of school supplies, visit our school website at http://www.stpeterssf.org/parents-students
* Due to COVID-19 precautions, it is important that all students bring in the necessary school supplies, since school supplies are not shared between students at this time.
TECHNOLOGY FEE
As stated on the school supply list, all students (whether in-person or distance learning) must submit a $25 Technology Fee to help cover the costs of online programs and tech devices. Payment may be submitted with cash or check, credit card payment over the phone, or through Venmo -- @SPeters-School. (Please remember to write your child’s name and “Technology Fee” in the comments.)
REMINDERS:
Feb.8-11 Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week
Feb.8-11 Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week
Feb.10 3:00 PM, VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE for prospective families
Feb.12 NO SCHOOL, Presidents’ Day Holiday
Feb.15 NO SCHOOL, Presidents’ Day Holiday
Feb.16-19 Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week
Feb.16-19 Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning
Feb.18 3:00 PM, VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE for prospective families
