QUE PASA 8/25/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

Welcome back to school! We had another unusual school year last year, but I hope that you and your loved ones were able to rest and spend quality time with each other over the summer, returning to school rejuvenated to learn and grow together!

For this new school year, let us pray:  

God of our past, our present and our future,
God of our dreams, our designs and our decisions,
Be love in us as we journey through this new school year.           

Be our inner vision, that we may see life through your eyes,
Be our inner hearing, that we may listen well for your call,
Be our inner judgment, so we may discern clearly that which gives life, promotes growth, and nurtures love.                                         As we move into this school year, fill us with hope and abiding trust that you dwell in us,
So that, in both joy and sorrow, we radiate hope. AMEN.                                                                                       

(from https://rscj.org/prayer-new-school-year)

The Que Pasa will be shared each Wednesday through Class Dojo and SchoolSpeak email.  All Que Pasa updates can be found on our school website at http://www.stpeterssf.org/parents-students.  Please take the time to read through the newsletter each week since it does contain important information.

I look forward to another great school year with everyone in our St. Peter’s Family!                                                                       Grow, Accomplish, Love, Serve, Unite!
St. Peter’s has the KEYS to Open Hearts, Open Minds!

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

WELCOME TO ST. PETER’S SCHOOL!

We warmly welcome all new students and families to our school community!  In addition, we have new staff joining our school family. 

Our new 1st grade teacher is Ms. Christina Mincin.  Ms. Mincin is a native San Franciscan who attended St. Elizabeth School and SHCP, and is currently enrolled at USF!  In the past, she has worked at Caritas Creek at CYO Camp, St. Cecilia School, and NDV School.  

As our Mercy Corps Volunteer, we welcome Alivia Schmidt-Sanders, coming to us from Wisconsin.  Ms. Sanders has worked and volunteered in a number of different educational settings across the grades, and will be supporting St. Peter’s teachers, staff, and students in the classroom, schoolyard, and office.

Plus—we have a name update for one of our returning teachers.  Ms. Valdovinos, our Middle School Math teacher and 7th grade homeroom teacher, will now be using her married name—Mrs. Hanon!

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!  

à 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

MORNING DROP-OFFS AND AFTERNOON PICK-UPS

As part of our Infection Mitigation protocols, we continue with our staggered drop-off and pick-up schedule.

DAILY morning drop-off times:

o   7:45-7:55 … Last Names A - F

o   7:55-8:05 … Last Names G - O

o   8:05-8:15 … Last Names P – Z

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays are regular dismissal days:

o   Grades K - 2 → 2:35

o   Grades 3 - 5 → 2:50

o   Grades 6 - 8 → 3:00

Wednesdays and other days as noted on the school calendar are Minimum Day dismissals:

o   Grades K - 2 → 12:15

o   Grades 3 - 5 → 12:30

o   Grades 6 - 8 → 12:40

If you have multiple children with different dismissal times, please come at the LATER time, and the younger child may wait in their classroom until picked up.

The annual school calendar is available on the school website at: http://www.stpeterssf.org/parents-students

*Please note that on Friday, September 3, there is NO SCHOOL for students while teachers attend a Faith Formation In-Service; and Monday, September 6 is a SCHOOL HOLIDAY for Labor Day.

CAFETERIA and LUNCHES

Cafeteria service will begin on Thursday, August 26. 

School lunches are $3.00 for the entree, $0.75 for water, and $0.75 for SunChips. 

Students may order school lunches daily in class with CASH payments, or parents may place orders on the Cafeteria VENMO account @StPeters-Lunch.  Venmo lunch orders must be completed by 8:30 AM.  You may also order lunches ahead of time (for the month or the week) on Venmo.  Be sure to include your child’s name, grade, and items to be ordered.

*Note that the Cafeteria Venmo account is different from the Venmo school tuition/fees account.

Remember that school lunches may NOT be dropped off at the school office during the school day.  On regular dismissal days, students bring a lunch from home, or order a lunch from the cafeteria.  We also encourage students to bring a snack to eat during morning recess.

To see the lunch menu for August and September, click on this link to the school website: http://www.stpeterssf.org/parents-students

IMPORTANT FORMS AND INFORMATION

If you have not already done so, please complete and return all forms that were distributed on the first day of school by this Friday, August 27.  This includes:

- Emergency Card

- Medical Information Packet

- Media Release Form

- Technology Acceptable Use Policy

- Handbook Acknowledgement Form

- Permission to Walk Home from School 

- Family Income Survey for Title I Funding

- Home Language Survey for Title III Funding

- For Middle Schoolers – Student Discipline Policy

BVCC AFTER SCHOOL SERVICES

BVCC after-school services will not begin until Monday, August 30.  For questions about BVCC, please contact Rochelle Celedon at 415-713-0625 (rochelle.bvcc@gmail.com) or Judy Diaz at 415-283-5545 (judy.bvcc@gmail.com).

VIRTUAL BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHTS

This year, we will once again have Virtual Back to School Nights, where teachers will share information on what to expect (such as academic resources, projects, and classroom rules) for the coming school year.  Please see the schedule below to know when to meet with your child’s teacher on ZOOM.  Each teacher will share his/her Zoom link on Class Dojo, so look out for that information!

Wednesday, September 1  

5:00 PM – Kindergarten with Mrs. Gonsalves and Mrs. Ceci

5:30 PM – 1st Grade with Ms. Mincin and Ms. Sanders

6:00 PM – 2nd Grade with Mrs. Gurleyen

6:30 PM – 3rd Grade with Mrs. Gonzalez  

Thursday, September 2

5:00 PM – 4th Grade with Mr. Guzman

5:30 PM – 5th Grade with Ms. Amy

6:00 PM – 6th, 7th and 8th grades with all Middle School teachers—Mrs. Fuaau, Mrs. Hanon, Mr. Suarez, Mrs. Fresnoza, and Ms. Tonna

CULTURAL VISION

We continue to help our students live out St. Peter’s KEYS, which are based on our core values of Grow, Accomplish, Love, Serve, and Unite:

Knowledge feeds GROWTH. 

Every ACCOMPLISHMENT needs courage.

You are LOVE.

SERVICE UNITES. 

This year, faculty and staff continue to award virtual KEYS on Class Dojo whenever they witness a child living out the core values.  Whenever your child receives a virtual KEY, you’ll receive a Class Dojo notification, and your child can trade in those KEYS for a prize!

REMINDERS:

August 26         Cafeteria services begin

August 27         All school forms due

August 30         BVCC Services Begin

September 1     Virtual Back to School Night for grades K-3

September 2     Virtual Back to School Night for grades 4-8

September 3      No School – Teacher In-Service

September 6      No School – Labor Day Holiday

QUE PASA 6/9/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       Together, we made it to the last few days of school!  This school year was unusual as it presented us with extra challenges due to COVID-19, yet I am proud and grateful that we persevered and continued to learn and grow together.

       Your child progressed and developed socially, academically, and spiritually this year at St. Peter’s. Continue to support their growth over the summer. Seek out fun, new, and enriching experiences as a family.  Read books and magazines for fun.  Enjoy the outdoors safely. Pray together.  I promise to do the same with my own family!  

        I share with you this prayer to end this school year:

God of wisdom,
We thank you for all the gifts you have given us throughout this school year. We praise you for blessing us with knowledge, so that we may use this knowledge to make our world a better place—to be positive examples of love and service. 

As we come to the end of this school year, we thank you for the good things you have done in us, and we praise you for all who have shared in the work of this school. We ask you to bless them in your love and give them refreshment and peace. 

We pray that everyone has a safe summer, and for us to return to school even more ready to learn and grow.
We ask this through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns forever and ever. AMEN. 

And don’t forget…

Grow, Accomplish, Love, Serve, Unite!  

St. Peter’s has the KEYS to OPEN HEARTS, OPEN MINDS!

Have a great summer! 

See you for the new school year on August 23!

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

THANK YOU!

Two of our teachers will be moving on from St. Peter’s School at the end of this school year.  We thank Mrs. Meenan (our 1st grade teacher) and Ms. Ayala (our long-term substitute in 1st grade while Mrs. Meenan was on maternity leave) for their dedication and love for the 1st grade students.  We are grateful for their service and wish them the best on their future endeavors!

SCHEDULE FOR THE LAST DAYS OF SCHOOL

The last week of school for Kindergarten - 7th grade is June 7-11.

*There is NO BVCC after-school program this week.* 

- Wednesday, June 9 - Minimum Day Dismissal (12:15 / 12:30 / 12:40)

- Thursday, June 10 - Minimum Day Dismissal (12:15 / 12:30 / 12:40)

- Friday, June 11 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL Special Dismissal Schedule

·       Grades K-2 - 10:30 Dismissal

·       Grades 3-5 - 10:45 Dismissal

·       Grades 6-7 - 11:00 Dismissal

*If you have multiple children, please come at the time of the older student’s dismissal.

Contact the school office if you have any questions about the schedule for the last week of school.

YEARBOOK

The 2020-2021 are on sale now! Make sure to grab your keepsake of this historic school year! Also this year, we are marking down the cost from $25 to only $20!

There are two ways to get your Yearbook:

1.  Purchase through Venmo. Send $20 to @SPeters-School. Make sure to put your child's full name, grade, and YEARBOOK in the comments. Yearbooks will be delivered to students in their homerooms.

2.  Purchase directly at the front office with $20, cash only.

Make sure to get your copy soon! Supplies are limited!

RETURN OF LEARNING MATERIALS

All borrowed learning materials (Chromebooks, textbooks, and any other borrowed items as specified by your child’s teacher) are now overdue to be returned to school.  If you have not done so already, please stop by the school office to return all borrowed learning materials.  Failure to do so may result in a hold on registration for the 2021-2022 school year. 

SCHOOL OFFICE HOURS THIS SUMMER

During the summer, the school office will be open Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM.  If you need to make a payment, purchase a school sweatshirt or yearbook, or have a school-related question, you may call or drop-in the office during those hours.

*The office will be closed on Monday, July 5 in observance of Independence Day.

FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL IN AUGUST

Please click on the link below to see an explanation of the school schedule for the first week of school, August 23-27. http://www.stpeterssf.org/parents-students

For the 2021-2022 school year, all students will be returning to in-person learning on a daily basis in the school building, while maintaining protocols and following guidance set by the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH).

Any updates and/or changes in the opening plan will be shared on Class Dojo and SchoolSpeak email, so please continue to monitor those communication platforms during the summer.

Thank you for your cooperation!

QUE PASA 6/2/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       The 8th graders are taking their final steps towards GRADUATION and CONFIRMATION!  We proudly share in their accomplishments as we—their families and teachers—have helped them to lay the foundation for their future.  We are especially proud of them as this school year presented many challenges and obstacles, yet they moved forward with open hearts and open minds.  Now, they are ready to take on their next steps in high school and receive the Holy Spirit this weekend!

Let us offer this prayer for our soon-to-be graduates:

 Loving God, we thank you for our graduates. You have blessed them during their years at St. Peter’s School with wisdom, friendships, and skills. Continue to challenge them to make this world a better place. Help them to look forward to their next steps in high school. Give them faith and a sense of purpose in their next steps. Show them how to serve others in effective ways.  May they be aware in everything they do that they find fulfillment in doing your will, that you will be with them always, and that you will bring to completion the good work you have begun in them.  AMEN.

GO CLASS OF 2021!!! We are so proud of you!

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

FRIDAY & SATURDAY—8th GRADE CHURCH SERVICES

This Friday, June 4, there will be two church services in honor of our 8th graders.

In the morning, there will be a Baccalaureate Mass at 9:30 AM in church.  In the afternoon, there will an 8th grade prayer service at 4:30 PM in the church. Because guests are limited inside the Church, you are welcome to join in these special celebrations by tuning in to our livestream at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw

On Saturday, June 5 at 10:00 AM, the Classes of 2020 and 2021 will be receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation.  Again, guests are limited in the church, but you may join the celebration virtually at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw

Please keep our St. Peter’s graduates and Confirmandi in your prayers this weekend!

YEARBOOK

The 2020-2021 yearbooks have arrived! Make sure to grab your keepsake of this historic school year! Also this year, we are marking down the cost from $25 to only $20!

There are two ways to get your Yearbook:

1.  Purchase through Venmo. Send $20 to @SPeters-School. Make sure to put your child's full name, grade, and YEARBOOK in the comments. Yearbooks will be delivered to students in their homerooms.

2.  Purchase directly at the front office with $20, cash only.

 Make sure to get your copy soon! Supplies are limited!

SCHEDULE FOR THE LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL

The last week of school for Kindergarten - 7th grade is June 7-11.

*There will be NO BVCC after-school program from June 7-11. * 

- Monday, June 7 - Regular Schedule

- Tuesday, June 8 - Regular Schedule

- Wednesday, June 9 - Minimum Day Dismissal (12:15 / 12:30 / 12:40)

- Thursday, June 10 - Minimum Day Dismissal (12:15 / 12:30 / 12:40)

- Friday, June 11 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL Special Dismissal Schedule

·       Grades K-2 - 10:30 Dismissal

·       Grades 3-5 - 10:45 Dismissal

·       Grades 6-7 - 11:00 Dismissal

*If you have multiple children, please come at the time of the older student’s dismissal.

Contact the school office if you have any questions about the schedule for the last week of school. 

DISTANCE LEARNERS – RETURN OF MATERIALS

For all full-time distance learning students in Kindergarten through 7th grade, any borrowed learning supplies (including textbooks, school Chromebooks, and any additional borrowed items from the teacher) are to be returned to school on Monday, June 7.  

All items should be in a bag, labeled with the student’s full name.  Chromebooks and chargers should have a Post-it with the student’s name.  Plan to arrive with all returned supplies at your designated time, according to last name.  

MONDAY, June 7

·       Last Name A - B → 8:45 - 9:30

·       Last Name C - D → 9:30 - 10:15

·       Last Name E - G → 10:15 - 11:00

·       Last Name H - M → 11:00 - 11:45

·       Last Name N - R → 11:45 - 12:30

·       Last Name S - V → 12:30 - 1:15

·       Last Name V - Z → 1:15 - 2:00

Please note that any missing or damaged items will be billed to an account, and failure to return or pay for items may result in a hold on registration for the 2021-2022 school year.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

IN-PERSON LEARNING FOR 2021-2022

Last week, the 2021-2022 school calendar was sent home and shared on Class Dojo, along with a notice was sent home informing families that for the 2021-2022 school year, it is the plan of St. Peter’s School that all students--absent a legitimate, documented need for isolation--will return to full-time, five days per week, in-person instruction, commencing in August 2021.  We realize that the pandemic has not come to an end, and we will continue to follow infection mitigation protocols, such as staggered morning intake and afternoon dismissal, separation of cohorts, and proper daily mask-wearing.  We depend on a partnership between home and school in order for infection mitigation protocols to be followed consistently.  

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the school office as soon as possible.  Your continued support is appreciated as we move forward into the next school year.  

ATTENDANCE
Please notify your child’s teacher or phone the school office about any school-day absences.  If your child is not feeling well or is exhibiting any COVID-19 symptoms (as listed in the COVID-19 REMINDERS section below), please do not send him/her to school, and provide a doctor’s clearance note as needed.  In-Person students who are not present at school (daily for grades K-5; rotating weeks for grades 6-8) will be marked as absent when they are not present in the school building.  

SCHOOL UNIFORM

Though we are approaching the end of the school year, we want to continue to UNITE and follow the uniform policy.

- Students in school are to wear the white polo shirt with the uniform sweatshirt, and either the uniform skirt or Navy khakis (not stretch pants or dark jeans).  

- Girls may wear solid black or white tights under their skirts.

- Uniform shoes are SOLID black or white tennis shoes/rubber-soled shoes.

- The Gray Aztecs sweats (hoodie, t-shirt, and sweatpants) may be worn on Fridays.  Plain gray sweats are not uniform sweats, and that is considered free dress attire.

If you have any questions regarding the uniform, please contact the school office.

SCHOOL MASS LINK

Remember that you can join our virtual school mass on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM.  The livestream is available at the following link:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw  One class will be in the church, while the rest of the school and all distance learners participate virtually.  Join us virtually in prayer on Tuesday mornings!

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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

COVID-19 Vaccine update from SFDPH

It’s your turn to get vaccinated! People 12 and older are eligible to get vaccinated in San Francisco.

We encourage everyone in your family to get vaccinated. If you are interested, you just have to make sure to register each person separately with this Eventbrite link -- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vaccine-contact-list-lista-de-contactos-de-vacunas-tickets-153341298953

We are encouraging all eligible San Franciscans to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Protect yourself, protect your family. Thank you for doing your part to protect our community and to help San Francisco reopen.

REMINDERS: 

June 1-4        Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

June 1-4        Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning Week

June 2           8th grade Mini Retreat

June 2           Minimum Day Dismissal

June 4           9:30 AM – Baccalaureate Mass

June 4           4:30 PM – 8th Grade Prayer Service

June 5           10:00 AM – Confirmation Ceremony

June 7           Grades K-7 Distance Learners – Return of Learning Materials to school

June 7-11      Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

June 7-11      Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

June 8           8:30 AM Final Virtual School Mass 

June 9-10      Minimum Day Dismissal

June 11          LAST DAY OF SCHOOL – Special Schedule

QUE PASA 5/26/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       This Monday, we celebrate Memorial Day, a day where we take the time to honor and remember those who died in all of America’s wars.  These men and women sacrificed their lives as they were protecting others and protecting our rights and freedoms.  Let us offer this prayer for the soldiers who have given their lives for our country, and reflect on how we ourselves can peacefully work for justice in our world:
Dear God,
This Memorial Day, we pray for those who courageously laid down their lives for the cause of freedom.  May the examples of their sacrifice inspire in us the selfless love of Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ.
Bless the families of our fallen troops, and fill their homes and their lives with Your strength and peace.
In union with the people of other nations, give us the courage to work for peace and justice, and seek an end to violence and conflict in our communities and around the world.
We ask this through your holy name.  AMEN.

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

SCHEDULE FOR THE LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL

The last week of school for Kindergarten - 7th grade is June 7-11.

*There will be NO BVCC after-school program from June 7-11. * 

- Monday, June 7 - Regular Schedule

- Tuesday, June 8 - Regular Schedule

- Wednesday, June 9 - Minimum Day Dismissal (12:15 / 12:30 / 12:40)

- Thursday, June 10 - Minimum Day Dismissal (12:15 / 12:30 / 12:40)

- Friday, June 11 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL Special Dismissal Schedule

·       Grades K-2 - 10:30 Dismissal

·       Grades 3-5 - 10:45 Dismissal

·       Grades 6-7 - 11:00 Dismissal

*If you have multiple children, please come at the time of the older student’s dismissal.

Contact the school office if you have any questions about the schedule for the last week of school.

DISTANCE LEARNERS – RETURN OF MATERIALS

For all full-time distance learning students in Kindergarten through 7th grade, any borrowed learning supplies (including textbooks, school Chromebooks, and any additional borrowed items from the teacher) are to be returned to school on Monday, June 7.  

All items should be in a bag, labeled with the student’s full name.  Chromebooks and chargers should have a Post-it with the student’s name.  Plan to arrive with all returned supplies at your designated time, according to last name.  

MONDAY, June 7

·       Last Name A - B → 8:45 - 9:30

·       Last Name C - D → 9:30 - 10:15

·       Last Name E - G → 10:15 - 11:00

·       Last Name H - M → 11:00 - 11:45

·       Last Name N - R → 11:45 - 12:30

·       Last Name S - V → 12:30 - 1:15

·       Last Name V - Z → 1:15 - 2:00

Please note that any missing or damaged items will be billed to an account, and failure to return or pay for items may result in a hold on registration for the 2021-2022 school year.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.

IN-PERSON LEARNING FOR 2021-2022

The 2021-2022 school calendar has been shared on Class Dojo, along with a notice informing families that for the 2021-2022 school year, it is the plan of St. Peter’s School that all students--absent a legitimate, documented need for isolation--will return to full-time, five days per week, in-person instruction, commencing in August 2021.  We realize that the pandemic has not come to an end, and we will continue to follow infection mitigation protocols, such as staggered morning intake and afternoon dismissal, separation of cohorts, and proper daily mask-wearing.  We depend on a partnership between home and school in order for infection mitigation protocols to be followed consistently.  

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the school office as soon as possible.  Your continued support is appreciated as we move forward into the next school year.  

ATTENDANCE
Please notify your child’s teacher or phone the school office about any school-day absences.  If your child is not feeling well or is exhibiting any COVID-19 symptoms (as listed in the COVID-19 REMINDERS section below), please do not send him/her to school, and provide a doctor’s clearance note as needed.  In-Person students who are not present at school (daily for grades K-5; rotating weeks for grades 6-8) will be marked as absent when they are not present in the school building. 

SCHOOL UNIFORM

Though we are approaching the end of the school year, we want to continue to UNITE and follow the uniform policy.

- Students in school are to wear the white polo shirt with the uniform sweatshirt, and either the uniform skirt or Navy khakis (not stretch pants or dark jeans).  

- Girls may wear solid black or white tights under their skirts.

- Uniform shoes are SOLID black or white tennis shoes/rubber-soled shoes.

- The Gray Aztecs sweats (hoodie, t-shirt, and sweatpants) may be worn on Fridays.  Plain gray sweats are not uniform sweats, and that is considered free dress attire.

If you have any questions regarding the uniform, please contact the school office.

SCHOOL MASS LINK

Remember that you can join our virtual school mass on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM.  The livestream is available at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw  One class will be in the church, while the rest of the school and all distance learners participate virtually.  Join us virtually in prayer on Tuesday mornings!

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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

COVID-19 Vaccine update from SFDPH

It’s your turn to get vaccinated! People 12 and older are eligible to get vaccinated in San Francisco.

We encourage everyone in your family to get vaccinated. If you are interested, you just have to make sure to register each person separately with this Eventbrite link -- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vaccine-contact-list-lista-de-contactos-de-vacunas-tickets-153341298953

We are encouraging all eligible San Franciscans to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Protect yourself, protect your family. Thank you for doing your part to protect our community and to help San Francisco reopen.

REMINDERS: 

May 24-28      Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

May 24-28      Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

May 31           NO SCHOOL, Memorial Day Holiday

June 1-4         Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

June 1-4         Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning Week

June 1             8:30 AM Virtual School Mass

June 2             8th grade Mini Retreat

June 2             Minimum Day Dismissal

June 4             9:30 AM – 8th grade Baccalaureate Mass

June 4             4:30 PM – 8th Grade Prayer Service

June 5             10:00 AM – Confirmation Ceremony

QUE PASA 5/19/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       It’s SPIRIT WEEK at St. Peter’s School--a special week where we can celebrate our unity and school pride!  As parents, some ways we can show school spirit are by supporting our children as they learn new things at school and guiding them to have open hearts and open minds.  As we take part in this fun week recognizing the different ways we can show our school spirit, let us take time to pray as a community to the HOLY SPIRIT for guidance and strength, especially in these final weeks of school.

COME, HOLY SPIRIT,

And fill our hearts with your gifts.

Let our love be true and our charity be generous.

Help us in all our needs 

and grant us the knowledge to do what is right.

Advise us in our doubts, 

strengthen us in our weaknesses, 

protect us when we are tempted, 

and console us when we are afraid.

Graciously hear us, O Holy Spirit, and pour your light into our hearts, minds, and souls.

Guide us to live holy lives and to grow in goodness and grace.

AMEN.

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

SPIRIT WEEK

Here are the remaining days of Spirit Week:

5/20 – TOUCHDOWN THURSDAY – Dress in sports attire from your favorite Sports team!

5/21 – FAVORITE AZTEC FRIDAY – Wear our school colors of green and gold, or your favorite St. Peter’s gear! 

Earn school spirit points for your class by dressing in the theme for each day.  Classes with the most points by the end of the week will win a school spirit prize!

SCHEDULE FOR THE LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL

The last week of school for Kindergarten - 7th grade is June 7-11.

*There will be NO BVCC after-school program from June 7-11. * 

- Monday, June 7 - Regular Schedule

- Tuesday, June 8 - Regular Schedule

- Wednesday, June 9 - Minimum Day Dismissal (12:15 / 12:30 / 12:40)

- Thursday, June 10 - Minimum Day Dismissal (12:15 / 12:30 / 12:40)

- Friday, June 11 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL Special Dismissal Schedule

·       Grades K-2 - 10:30 Dismissal

·       Grades 3-5 - 10:45 Dismissal

·       Grades 6-7 - 11:00 Dismissal

*If you have multiple children, please come at the time of the older student’s dismissal.

Contact the school office if you have any questions about the schedule for the last week of school.

IN-PERSON LEARNING FOR 2021-2022

Last week, the 2021-2022 school calendar was sent home and shared on Class Dojo, along with a notice was sent home informing families that for the 2021-2022 school year, it is the plan of St. Peter’s School that all students--absent a legitimate, documented need for isolation--will return to full-time, five days per week, in-person instruction, commencing in August 2021.  We realize that the pandemic has not come to an end, and we will continue to follow infection mitigation protocols, such as staggered morning intake and afternoon dismissal, separation of cohorts, and proper daily mask-wearing.  We depend on a partnership between home and school in order for infection mitigation protocols to be followed consistently.  

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the school office as soon as possible.  Your continued support is appreciated as we move forward into the next school year.  

RE-REGISTRATION PAYMENT FOR 2021-2022

The 2021-2022 YELLOW re-registration form is now past due, but you may still submit it to the office by dropping it off, mailing it in, or e-mailing a scanned copy to info@sanpedro.org. 

Also--the per-student re-registration payment is now due.  This non-refundable payment will secure your child's spot at St. Peter’s School for the 2021-2022 school year.  This year, each student is receiving a one-time pandemic assistance amount of $125, reducing the re-registration payment from $475 to $350 per student. You may submit a cash or check payment in the office, call the office to pay by credit/debit card, or pay via Venmo using @SPeters-School and remember to write your child’s name and “Registration Payment” in the comments section.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.  Thank you!

FREE BVCC SUMMER PROGRAM

BVCC, along with San Francisco’s Summer Together Program, is excited to offer a FREE Academic and Enrichment Summer Program for all St. Peter's students K-8th Grade.  Families who participate will receive a stipend at the end of the program.    

Students can attend one, two or all sessions, but no drop-ins are available.

Session 1: June 14 - July 2, 2021  

Session 2: July 6 - July 23, 2021 (7/5 Holiday)   

Session 3: July 26 - August 13, 2021

Hours:  8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (dismissal begins at 4:00 p.m.)

Applications will be available in the school office and after school with BVCC. For more information, please call Ms. Judy at 415-283-5545 or Ms. Rochelle at 415-713-0625.

Priority given to students already enrolled with BVCC After School Program. 

ATTENDANCE
Please notify your child’s teacher or phone the school office about any school-day absences.  If your child is not feeling well or is exhibiting any COVID-19 symptoms (as listed in the COVID-19 REMINDERS section below), please do not send him/her to school, and provide a doctor’s clearance note as needed.  In-Person students who are not present at school (daily for grades K-5; rotating weeks for grades 6-8) will be marked as absent when they are not present in the school building. 

SCHOOL UNIFORM

Though we are approaching the end of the school year, we want to continue to UNITE and follow the uniform policy.

- Students in school are to wear the white polo shirt with the uniform sweatshirt, and either the uniform skirt or Navy khakis (not stretch pants or dark jeans).  

- Girls may wear solid black or white tights under their skirts.

- Uniform shoes are SOLID black or white tennis shoes/rubber-soled shoes.

- The Gray Aztecs sweats (hoodie, t-shirt, and sweatpants) may be worn on Fridays.  Plain gray sweats are not uniform sweats, and that is considered free dress attire.

If you have any questions regarding the uniform, please contact the school office.

SCHOOL MASS LINK

Remember that you can join our virtual school mass on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM.  The livestream is available at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw  One class will be in the church, while the rest of the school and all distance learners participate virtually.  Join us virtually in prayer on Tuesday mornings!

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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

COVID-19 Vaccine update from SFDPH

It’s your turn to get vaccinated! People 12 and older are eligible to get vaccinated in San Francisco.

We encourage everyone in your family to get vaccinated. If you are interested, you just have to make sure to register each person separately with this Eventbrite link -- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vaccine-contact-list-lista-de-contactos-de-vacunas-tickets-153341298953

We are encouraging all eligible San Franciscans to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Protect yourself, protect your family. Thank you for doing your part to protect our community and to help San Francisco reopen.

REMINDERS: 

May 17-21      Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

May 17-21      Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning Week

May 17-21      SPIRIT WEEK

May 24           Minimum Day Dismissal

May 24-28      Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

May 24-28      Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

May 25            8:30 AM Virtual School Mass

May 26            Minimum Day Dismissal

QUE PASA 5/12/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       While we continue to pray to our Blessed Mother Mary during this month of May, we are reminded that without Mary and her courage, love, and faith in God, we would not have had our savior Jesus in our lives.  We are still in the Easter season, so we continue to remember Jesus’ sacrifice and the miracle of Jesus’ resurrection. 

        Tomorrow is the 40th day after Easter, and that means we celebrate the Feast of the Ascension—when Jesus rose to Heaven, body and soul.  In gratitude for and awe in Jesus’ glorious ascension, let us pray the prayer of the Ascension:

God our Father,
make us joyful
in the ascension of your Son Jesus Christ.
May we follow him into the new creation,
for his ascension is our glory and our hope.
We ask this through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

STAR TESTING

Our final window for STAR Testing concludes this Friday.  These are standardized tests are mandated by the Archdiocese of San Francisco Department of Catholic Schools, assessing all students in Reading and Math.  If you have any questions about the test, please contact your child’s teacher.

IN-PERSON LEARNING FOR 2021-2022

Last week, the 2021-2022 school calendar was sent home and shared on Class Dojo, along with a notice was sent home informing families that for the 2021-2022 school year, it is the plan of St. Peter’s School that all students--absent a legitimate, documented need for isolation--will return to full-time, five days per week, in-person instruction, commencing in August 2021.  We realize that the pandemic has not come to an end, and we will continue to follow infection mitigation protocols, such as staggered morning intake and afternoon dismissal, separation of cohorts, and proper daily mask-wearing.  We depend on a partnership between home and school in order for infection mitigation protocols to be followed consistently.  

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the school office as soon as possible.  Your continued support is appreciated as we move forward into the next school year.  

RE-REGISTRATION PAYMENT FOR 2021-2022

The 2021-2022 YELLOW re-registration form is now past due, but you may still submit it to the office by dropping it off, mailing it in, or e-mailing a scanned copy to info@sanpedro.org. 

Also--the per-student re-registration payment is now due.  This non-refundable payment will secure your child's spot at St. Peter’s School for the 2021-2022 school year.  This year, each student is receiving a one-time pandemic assistance amount of $125, reducing the re-registration payment from $475 to $350 per student. You may submit a cash or check payment in the office, call the office to pay by credit/debit card, or pay via Venmo using @SPeters-School and remember to write your child’s name and “Registration Payment” in the comments section.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.  Thank you!

SPIRIT WEEK

Next week (May 17-21), it is Spirit Week!  A flyer will be shared on Class Dojo indicating the themes for each day.  Class participation points will be rewarded, and the classes with the most points at the end of Spirit Week will receive a school spirit prize!

BVCC SUMMER PROGRAM

BVCC, along with San Francisco’s Summer Together Program, is excited to offer a FREE Academic and Enrichment Summer Program for all St. Peter's students K-8th Grade.  Families who participate will receive a stipend at the end of the program.    

Students can attend one, two or all sessions, but no drop-ins are available.

Session 1: June 14 - July 2, 2021  

Session 2: July 6 - July 23, 2021(7/5 Holiday)   

Session 3: July 26 - August 13, 2021

Hours:  8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (dismissal begins at 4:00 p.m.)

Applications will be available in the school office and after school with BVCC. For more information, please call Ms. Judy at 415-283-5545 or Ms. Rochelle at 415-713-0625.

Priority given to students already enrolled with BVCC After School Program.

ATTENDANCE
Please notify your child’s teacher or phone the school office about any school-day absences.  If your child is not feeling well or is exhibiting any COVID-19 symptoms (as listed in the COVID-19 REMINDERS section below), please do not send him/her to school, and provide a doctor’s clearance note as needed.  In-Person students who are not present at school (daily for grades K-5; rotating weeks for grades 6-8) will be marked as absent when they are not present in the school building. 

SCHOOL UNIFORM

Though we are approaching the end of the school year, we want to continue to UNITE and follow the uniform policy.

- Students in school are to wear the white polo shirt with the uniform sweatshirt, and either the uniform skirt or Navy khakis (not stretch pants or dark jeans).  

- Girls may wear solid black or white tights under their skirts.

- Uniform shoes are SOLID black or white tennis shoes/rubber-soled shoes.

- The Gray Aztecs sweats (hoodie, t-shirt, and sweatpants) may be worn on Fridays.  Plain gray sweats are not uniform sweats, and that is considered free dress attire.

If you have any questions regarding the uniform, please contact the school office.

SCHOOL MASS LINK

Remember that you can join our virtual school mass on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM.  The livestream is available at the following link:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw 

One class will be in the church, while the rest of the school and all distance learners participate virtually.  Join us virtually in prayer on Tuesday mornings!

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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

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

COVID-19 Vaccine update from SFDPH

It’s your turn to get vaccinated! Soon, anyone 12 and older will be eligible to get vaccinated in San Francisco.

We encourage everyone in your family to get vaccinated. If you are interested, you just have to make sure to register each person separately with this Eventbrite link -- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vaccine-contact-list-lista-de-contactos-de-vacunas-tickets-153341298953

We are encouraging all eligible San Franciscans to get vaccinated as soon as possible. Protect yourself, protect your family. Thank you for doing your part to protect our community and to help San Francisco reopen.

REMINDERS: 

May 10-14      Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

May 10-14      Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

May 17-21      Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

May 17-21      Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning Week

May 17-21      SPIRIT WEEK

May 18            8:30 AM Virtual School Mass

May 19            Minimum Day Dismissal

QUE PASA 5/5/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       This Sunday, we celebrate Mother’s Day. We recognize the important role that mothers, aunts, grandmothers, and all mother-figures play in our lives!  We are thankful for the love they show us and sacrifices they make for us.  During this month of May, we also dedicate time to pray to our Blessed Mother Mary.  We look to Mary as an example of faith, love, and courage as she said YES to God!  Let us pray in thanksgiving for our Blessed Mother Mary and for all mother-figures in our lives.

Heavenly Father, 

We Praise You and we thank You for the gift of our mothers, through whom You give us life and through whom we experience love. We thank You for Mary, the mother of our Lord Jesus Christ, a mother so gracious and a woman of example in motherhood for all of us.  May our prayer warm the hearts of all mothers. May they know that they are loved and precious. May mothers all over the world feel in their heart the joys of being called a mother and in all their goodness and all their failings, be blessed in Your love and forgiveness.  We pray in Grace they belong close to You Lord Jesus Christ, AMEN.

(Prayer by Geevetha Mary Samuel)

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

NO SCHOOL—FRIDAY, MAY 7

As noted on our school calendar, there is NO SCHOOL this Friday, May 7.  Faculty and staff will be attending an all-day retreat.  Classes will resume with a regular schedule on Monday, May 10.

CONGRATULATIONS!
First, congratulations to 23 of our 2nd graders who received the Most Blessed Sacrament for the first time on Saturday, May 1!  We are very proud of you!

Thank you to our 2nd grade teacher Mrs. Gurleyen and Sr. Lucy for preparing the students for this special day; to Father Moises, Ms, Tonna, Mr, Ricardo, Mr. Gonzalez, Mrs. Gonzalez, Mrs. Fresnoza, and Mr. Suarez for their valuable assistance; and to all the students’ parents for their patience, understanding, and support.

Next, Congratulations to our new Student Council officers!  We are proud of all the students who showed courage to run for office.  For the 2021-2022 school year, the following students will serve as Student Council officers:

President – Andrea Velasco

Vice-President – Briana Alvarado

Secretary – Atziri Fletes

Treasurer – Isaiah Arguello

Commissioner of Religious Affairs – Andrea Perez

Commissioner of Sports – Daniela Perez

Commissioner of Safety – Izabella Carvajal

Commissioner of Communications – Karina Ramirez

STAR TESTING

Our final window for STAR Testing is from May 3-14.  These are standardized tests are mandated by the Archdiocese of San Francisco Department of Catholic Schools, assessing all students in Reading and Math.  If you have any questions about the test, please contact your child’s teacher.

RE-REGISTRATION PAYMENT FOR 2021-2022

The 2021-2022 YELLOW re-registration form is now past due, but you may still submit it to the office by dropping it off, mailing it in, or e-mailing a scanned copy to info@sanpedro.org. 

Also--the per-student re-registration payment is now due.  This non-refundable payment will secure your child's spot at St. Peter’s School for the 2021-2022 school year.  This year, each student is receiving a one-time pandemic assistance amount of $125, reducing the re-registration payment from $475 to $350 per student. 

You may submit a cash or check payment in the office, call the office to pay by credit/debit card, or pay via Venmo using @SPeters-School and remember to write your child’s name and “Registration Payment” in the comments section.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.  Thank you! 

BVCC SUMMER PROGRAM

BVCC, along with San Francisco’s Summer Together Program, is excited to offer a FREE Academic and Enrichment Summer Program for all St. Peter's students K-8th Grade.  Families who participate will receive a stipend at the end of the program.     

Students can attend one, two or all sessions, but no drop-ins are available.

Session 1: June 14-July 2, 2021  

Session 2: July 6-July 23, 2021(7/5 Holiday)   

Session 3: July 26 - August 13, 2021

Hours:  8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (dismissal begins at 4:00 p.m.)

Applications are available in the school office and after school with BVCC. For more information, please call Ms. Judy at 415-283-5545 or Ms. Rochelle at 415-713-0625. 

Deadline for registration is May 6th for St. Peter's Families.

Priority given to students already enrolled with BVCC After School Program.

ATTENDANCE
Please notify your child’s teacher or phone the school office about any school-day absences.  If your child is not feeling well or is exhibiting any COVID-19 symptoms (as listed in the COVID-19 REMINDERS section below), please do not send him/her to school, and provide a doctor’s clearance note as needed.  In-Person students who are not present at school (daily for grades K-5; rotating weeks for grades 6-8) will be marked as absent when they are not present in the school building. 

SCHOOL UNIFORM

Though we are approaching the end of the school year, we want to continue to UNITE and follow the uniform policy.

- Students in school are to wear the white polo shirt with the uniform sweatshirt, and either the uniform skirt or Navy khakis (not stretch pants or dark jeans).  

- Girls may wear solid black or white tights under their skirts.

- Uniform shoes are SOLID black or white tennis shoes/rubber-soled shoes.

- The Gray Aztecs sweats (hoodie, t-shirt, and sweatpants) may be worn on Fridays.  Plain gray sweats are not uniform sweats, and that is considered free dress attire.

If you have any questions regarding the uniform, please contact the school office.

SCHOOL MASS LINK

Remember that you can join our virtual school mass on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM.  The livestream is available at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw  One class will be in the church, while the rest of the school and all distance learners participate virtually.  Join us virtually in prayer on Tuesday mornings!

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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.

REMINDERS: 

May 3-6          Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

May 3-6          Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning Week

May 7             NO SCHOOL, Faculty & Staff Retreat Day

May 10-14      Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

May 10-14      Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

May 11            8:30 AM Virtual School Mass

May 12            Minimum Day Dismissal 

QUE PASA 4/28/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       This past weekend and also this coming weekend, we celebrated/will be celebrating students’ First Communion—a great reminder for us all that we may continue to grow during the Easter season.  This past Sunday, which was the 4th Sunday of Easter, was also “Good Shepherd Sunday”—reminding us that through the joys and trials in our lives, God our Good Shepherd is with us!  While we experience renewed hope and faith, yet continue to face challenges such as societal injustices and pains of the pandemic, we can turn to our Good Shepherd for strength and healing.

       Let us offer this prayer together:

Almighty ever-living God,  Lead us to a share in the joys of heaven, so that the humble flock may reach where the brave Shepherd has gone before. Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever.  AMEN.

(from catholicculture.org)

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations to our 28 First Communicants in the 3rd grade and older grades, who receive the Most Blessed Sacrament on Saturday, April 24!  They were scheduled to receive First Communion in the Spring of 2020, yet the COVID-19 pandemic put those plans on hold.  We are so excited for them that may now receive Jesus during the celebration of the Eucharist!

Thank you to our 3rd grade teacher Mrs. Gonzalez for preparing the students for this special day; to Mr. Gonzalez, Ms. Tonna, Mrs. Fresnoza, Mr. Romero, and Father Moises for their valuable assistance; and to all the students’ parents for their patience, understanding, and support.

* This Saturday, May 1 at 10:00 AM, our 2nd graders will be receiving their First Communion.  Due to COVID-19 protocols, guests in the church are limited, but you are welcome to participate virtually through the livestream of the mass on our usual link for weekly school masses: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw

PROGRESS REPORTS

Today, teachers will be sending home Trimester 3 progress reports for each student.  In-person students will receive paper copies to be signed by a parent and returned to the teacher.  Parents of Distance Learners will receive a digital copy through email or Class Dojo; please respond to your child’s teacher to verify that you have received the digital progress report.

If you have any questions, please contact your child’s teacher.

STUDENT COUNCIL ELECTIONS

This week, students in grades 5, 6, and 7 who have chosen to run for Student Council office will be campaigning and sharing their campaign speeches virtually with the voting students in grades 3-7.  Running for Student Council is an opportunity for students to grow and try something new, while also learning and practicing student leadership skills and helping the school and our greater community.  We are proud of all the students who are running for office!  Stay tuned for the results next week. 

RE-REGISTRATION PAYMENT FOR 2021-2022

The 2021-2022 YELLOW re-registration form is now past due, but you may still submit it to the office by dropping it off, mailing it in, or e-mailing a scanned copy to info@sanpedro.org. 

Also--the per-student re-registration payment is now due.  This non-refundable payment will secure your child's spot at St. Peter’s School for the 2021-2022 school year.  This year, each student is receiving a one-time pandemic assistance amount of $125, reducing the re-registration payment from $475 to $350 per student.  

You may submit a cash or check payment in the office, call the office to pay by credit/debit card, or pay via Venmo using @SPeters-School and remember to write your child’s name and “Registration Payment” in the comments section.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.  Thank you!

BVCC SUMMER PROGRAM

BVCC, along with San Francisco’s Summer Together Program, is excited to offer a FREE Academic and Enrichment Summer Program for all St. Peter's students K-8th Grade.  Families who participate will receive a stipend at the end of the program.    

Students can attend one, two or all sessions, but no drop-ins are available.

Session 1: June 14-July 2, 2021  

Session 2: July 6-July 23, 2021(7/5 Holiday)   

Session 3: July 26 - August 13, 2021

Hours:  8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (dismissal begins at 4:00 p.m.)

Registration for St. Peter's students will begin Wednesday, April 28th and Thursday, April 29th after school (at the Alabama entrance).  Applications will be available in the school office. For more information, please call Ms. Judy at 415-283-5545 or Ms. Rochelle at 415-713-0625.

Deadline for registration is May 6th for St. Peter's Families.

Priority given to students already enrolled with BVCC After School Program.

NO SCHOOL—FRIDAY, MAY 7

As noted on our school calendar, there is NO SCHOOL on Friday, May 7.  Faculty and staff will be attending an all-day retreat.  Classes will resume with a regular schedule on Monday, May 10.

ATTENDANCE
Please notify your child’s teacher or phone the school office about any school-day absences.  If your child is not feeling well or is exhibiting any COVID-19 symptoms (as listed in the COVID-19 REMINDERS section below), please do not send him/her to school, and provide a doctor’s clearance note as needed.  In-Person students who are not present at school (daily for grades K-5; rotating weeks for grades 6-8) will be marked as absent when they are not present in the school building. 

SCHOOL UNIFORM

Though we are approaching the end of the school year, we want to continue to UNITE and follow the uniform policy.

- Students in school are to wear the white polo shirt with the uniform sweatshirt, and either the uniform skirt or Navy khakis (not stretch pants or dark jeans).  

- Girls may wear solid black or white tights under their skirts.

- Uniform shoes are SOLID black or white tennis shoes/rubber-soled shoes.

- The Gray Aztecs sweats (hoodie, t-shirt, and sweatpants) may be worn on Fridays.  Plain gray sweats are not uniform sweats, and that is considered free dress attire.

If you have any questions regarding the uniform, please contact the school office.

SCHOOL MASS LINK

Remember that you can join our virtual school mass on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM.  The livestream is available at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw  One class will be in the church, while the rest of the school and all distance learners participate virtually.  Join us virtually in prayer on Tuesday mornings!

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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.

REMINDERS: 

Apr. 26-30      Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

Apr. 26-30      Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

Apr. 27-30      Student Council Campaigning and Elections

Apr. 28           Progress Reports sent home

Apr. 28           Minimum Day Dismissal

Apr. 29           2:15 PM – First Communion Rehearsal in Church, 2nd grade students

May 1             10:00 AM – First Communion Mass, 2nd grade

May 3-6          Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

May 3-6          Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning Week

May 4             8:30 AM Virtual School Mass

May 5             Minimum Day Dismissal

May 7             NO SCHOOL, Faculty & Staff Retreat Day

QUE PASA 4/21/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

      Both this Saturday (April 24) and next Saturday (May 1), 51 students in our St. Peter’s School family will be receiving the sacrament of First Holy Communion!  Since last year’s First Communion Mass was postponed due to COVID-19 restrictions, many of these students have waited over one year for this special event in their faith-lives!  We are grateful that we are able to safely proceed with this Eucharistic celebration this year. 

      Communion is a sacred time for a follower of Jesus. Each time we receive this most blessed sacrament, we should spend some reflective moments in self-examination to prepare for this beautiful time of remembrance.

      Let us keep our First Communicants in our prayers in their final days of Communion preparation, and use this time for ourselves, especially during this Easter Season, to remind us of the gift of salvation that Jesus gave to us all.

Lord Jesus,

Bless the children coming forward to receive Holy Communion for the first time.  May this be an initial step into a lifelong love of the Eucharist.  Give them a hunger for this sacred food so that they turn to you for comfort, guidance, and wisdom as they grow into full discipleship.  Thank you for their innocence and goodness.  May their hands, extended in anticipation of your Body and Blood, inspire ALL of us to cherish this sacred sacrament.  AMEN.

-- Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

RE-REGISTRATION PAYMENT FOR 2021-2022

The 2021-2022 YELLOW re-registration form is now past due, but you may still submit it to the office by dropping it off, mailing it in, or e-mailing a scanned copy to info@sanpedro.org. 

Also--the per-student re-registration payment is now due.  This non-refundable payment will secure your child's spot at St. Peter’s School for the 2021-2022 school year.  This year, each student is receiving a one-time pandemic assistance amount of $125, reducing the re-registration payment from $475 to $350 per student. 

You may submit a cash or check payment in the office, call the office to pay by credit/debit card, or pay via Venmo using @SPeters-School and remember to write your child’s name and “Registration Payment” in the comments section.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.  Thank you!

ATTENDANCE
Please notify your child’s teacher or phone the school office about any school-day absences.  If your child is not feeling well or is exhibiting any COVID-19 symptoms (as listed in the COVID-19 REMINDERS section below), please do not send him/her to school, and provide a doctor’s clearance note as needed.  In-Person students who are not present at school (daily for grades K-5; rotating weeks for grades 6-8) will be marked as absent when they are not present in the school building. 

SCHOOL UNIFORM

Though we are approaching the end of the school year, we want to continue to UNITE and follow the uniform policy.

- Students in school are to wear the white polo shirt with the uniform sweatshirt, and either the uniform skirt or Navy khakis (not stretch pants or dark jeans).  

- Girls may wear solid black or white tights under their skirts.

- Uniform shoes are SOLID black or white tennis shoes/rubber-soled shoes.

- The Gray Aztecs sweats (hoodie, t-shirt, and sweatpants) may be worn on Fridays.  Plain gray sweats are not uniform sweats, and that is considered free dress attire.

If you have any questions regarding the uniform, please contact the school office.

SCHOOL MASS LINK

Remember that you can join our virtual school mass on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM.  The livestream is available at the following link:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw  One class will be in the church, while the rest of the school and all distance learners participate virtually.  Join us virtually in prayer on Tuesday mornings!

You can also join us virtually for the First Communion Masses using the same link.  *Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the number of guests in the Church is very limited, but you are welcome to tune in to the virtual Mass. 

- Saturday, April 24 at 10:00 AM: First Communion Mass for 3rd graders and older students

- Saturday, May 1 at 10:00 AM: First Communion Mass for 2nd graders 

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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.

REMINDERS: 

Apr. 19-23       Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

Apr. 19-23       Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning Week

Apr. 22             2:15 PM – First Communion Rehearsal in Church, 3rd grade & Older students

Apr. 24             10:00 AM First Communion Mass, 3rd grade & Older students   

Apr. 26             Minimum Day Dismissal 

Apr. 26-30       Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

Apr. 26-30       Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

Apr. 27             8:30 AM Virtual School Mass

Apr. 27-30       Student Council Campaigning and Elections

Apr. 28            Progress Reports sent home

Apr. 29            2:15 PM – First Communion Rehearsal in Church, 2nd grade students

May 1              10:00 AM – First Communion Mass, 2nd grade

QUE PASA 4/14/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

      I hope you had a blessed Easter with your family! We are now in the Easter season, but what does living the spirit of the Easter season mean? Here are three suggestions from, “Be Fearless, Be Joyful, Be Renewed: Living the Spirit of Easter” (www.loyolapress.com). I feel that as we continue to endure the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic and societal injustices, these Easter reminders can also help us to keep our faith and hope strong, and act towards justice.

Live With Joy.  The Passion and Resurrection of Jesus teach us that suffering is transformed through faith in the Risen Christ. With this faith, we are able to hold on to an enduring sense of joy even in the midst of the sadness we experience from the loss of a loved one, a failure to achieve an important goal, or a setback during recovery from an illness.

Live Without Fear.  The Resurrection teaches us that God can overcome anything, even death. When the Risen Christ appears to the women at the tomb and later to his disciples, his first words are “Do not be afraid!” (Mt 28:5). These words speak to our hearts, helping us cope with fear. Our faith allows us to trust that God can overcome our most serious problems.

Live With New Eyes.  Just as the return of spring makes us feel like the whole world is new, the Resurrection of Jesus makes “all things new” (Rev. 21:5).  The Easter spirit is a spirit of renewal that enables us to show up at work with a positive attitude, to renew relationships that have been taken for granted, and to express appreciation and affection to those closest to us. It means to see the world through new eyes—God´s eyes!

The Resurrection reminds us to stay hopeful.  Let’s keep our hearts and minds open to live our core values this Easter season!

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

PARENT INPUT NEEDED - CATHOLIC IDENTITY SURVEY

Thanks to the support and teamwork from all members of our school community, St. Peter’s School earned a full 6-year accreditation last year.  In the years leading up to our next accreditation review, the school is required to survey the school community in a variety of domains relating to Catholic Identity.

This year, the survey is about “Prayer and the Sacraments” and “Signs and Sacramentals.”  Because of the pandemic and COVID-19 protocols, we know that our school activities are different.  However, please complete this survey as best as you can.  Your input is important to the school as we identify strengths and areas for growth.

SURVEY LINKS

English - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LYBMJWV

Español - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LJ2T2W9

Thank you for your input!

RE-REGISTRATION PAYMENT FOR 2021-2022

The 2021-2022 YELLOW re-registration form is now past due, but you may still submit it to the office by dropping it off, mailing it in, or e-mailing a scanned copy to info@sanpedro.org. 

Also--the per-student re-registration payment is now due.  This non-refundable payment will secure your child's spot at St. Peter’s School for the 2021-2022 school year.  This year, each student is receiving a one-time pandemic assistance amount of $125, reducing the re-registration payment from $475 to $350 per student. 

You may submit a cash or check payment in the office, call the office to pay by credit/debit card, or pay via Venmo using @SPeters-School and remember to write your child’s name and “Registration Payment” in the comments section.

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.  Thank you!

ARCHDIOCESE ELEMENTARY FAMILY GRANT

The application process for the Archdiocese Family Grant for the 2021-2022 school year is underway.  Please go on to mytads.com to complete the application. If you do not have your 2020 income tax or financial information ready. 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.

WEEKLY SCHOOL MASS

Remember that you can join our virtual school mass on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM.  The livestream is available at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw One class will be in the church, while the rest of the school and all distance learners participate virtually.  Join us virtually in prayer on Tuesday mornings!

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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.

REMINDERS: 

Apr.12-16        Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

Apr.12-16        Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

Apr. 15            Archdiocese Family Grant Application Due

Apr. 19-23       Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

Apr. 19-23       Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning Week

Apr. 20             8:30 AM Virtual School Mass

Apr. 22             2:15 PM – First Communion Rehearsal in Church, 3rd grade & Older students

Apr. 24             10:00 AM First Communion Mass, 3rd grade &  Older students   

Apr. 26             Minimum Day Dismissal                      

QUE PASA 3/31/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

         Throughout Lent, the students have been learning and acting upon different ways that they can grow closer to God.  Now that we find ourselves in the middle of Holy Week, I hope you find that your journey through Lent has brought you and your family closer to God, and that together, even through these challenging times, we can keep our faith strong and share the love that God the Father has shown us.  Remember Jesus’ gift of the Eucharist on Holy Thursday, and the ultimate sacrifice he made for us on Good Friday so that our sins could be forgiven. Together, take time to say a prayer of thanksgiving for God’s love as we await Jesus’ resurrection on Easter. 

We pray:

Heavenly Father, thank you for the gift of everlasting life brought about by the resurrection of your son from the dead! This dark night is enlightened by a glimpse of the greatest mystery.  Our minds could never have conceived how you would save us, Lord, nor can we ever fully understand the depths of your love in choosing to do so.  We thank you for all that you have done for us throughout Lent. Now, throughout Easter, grant us the fullness of life. AMEN.

(Adapted from “The Joy of Lent: Encouragement and Daily Prayers”)

Have a joyous Easter!  Please stay safe!

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

EASTER VACATION

Today, March 31, we will have our usual Minimum Day dismissal for Faculty Meetings.  

Thursday, April 1 (Holy Thursday) is also a minimum Day dismissal for the start of Easter Vacation.  

Easter Vacation is from Friday, April 2 through Sunday, April 11.  Classes will resume with a regular schedule on Monday, April 12.

*San Francisco Department of Public Health discourages any non-essential travel during the pandemic.  However, if you will be traveling during the Easter break, please follow the 10-day quarantine upon your return home, and notify your child’s teacher and/or the school office.  Thank you for your cooperation!

PARENT INPUT NEEDED - CATHOLIC IDENTITY SURVEY

Thanks to the support and teamwork from all members of our school community, St. Peter’s School earned a full 6-year accreditation last year.  In the years leading up to our next accreditation review, the school is required to survey the school community in a variety of domains relating to Catholic Identity. This year, the survey is about “Prayer and the Sacraments” and “Signs and Sacramentals.”  Because of the pandemic and COVID-19 protocols, we know that our school activities are different.  However, please complete this survey as best as you can.  Your input is important to the school as we identify strengths and areas for growth.

SURVEY LINKS

English - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LYBMJWV

Español - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LJ2T2W9

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.  Thank you!

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2021-2022

The 2021-2022 tuition rates and YELLOW re-registration forms have been distributed.  Please return the completed re-registration form by TODAY--March 31, in order to help us plan for the upcoming school year.  The per-student re-registration fee is due by April 15. If you did not receive a hard copy of the re-registration form and the tuition update letter, they were also posted on Class Dojo on March 23.  Please call the office if you have any questions!

BASIC FUND APPLICATIONS

New Applications:  The BASIC Fund new application for the 2021-2022 School Year are 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 TODAY--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. The BASIC Fund has emailed 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 TODAY--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.

WEEKLY SCHOOL MASS

Remember that you can join our virtual school mass on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM.  The livestream is available at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw 

One class will be in the church, while the rest of the school and all distance learners participate virtually.  Join us for our Lenten masses and even beyond the Lenten season!

COVID-19 NOTIFICATION

As announced via email on March 24, there was a COVID-19 exposure in a particular class cohort at our school.  This class is currently in quarantine and will stay home until they are safe to come back to school for in-person learning.  Other classes are cleared to remain open, and in-person learning will continue as usual in those classes.

To help keep our community safe, please see the COVID-19 REMINDERS below and continue to practice all safety protocols.  Thank you for your cooperation. 

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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.

REMINDERS: 

Mar.29-Apr.1   Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

Mar.29-Apr.1   Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning Week

Mar. 31             BASIC Fund Renewal Applications Due

Mar. 31             Re-registration form due

Mar 31              Minimum Day Dismissal

Apr. 1                Minimum Day Dismissal

Apr. 2                GOOD FRIDAY; Easter Vacation begins

Apr. 4                EASTER SUNDAY!

Apr. 12              Classes resume

Apr.12-16         Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

Apr.12-16         Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

Apr. 13             8:30 AM Virtual School Mass

QUE PASA 3/24/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

        We are fast approaching the beginning of Holy Week this coming Sunday, which is Palm Sunday.  At school, children have been preparing their hearts for Jesus’ death and resurrection by reflecting with their teachers, writing special prayers, learning about the Stations of the Cross, and attending virtual Mass. During your Lenten journey, I pray that you and your family have grown closer to God, and continue to strengthen your faith and service towards God during Holy Week and throughout the year.

Let us pray:

Heavenly Father, we enter into Holy Week so that we might accompany you through your passion to your death. We have to remember that your story does not end in sadness. Rather, your story is the greatest love story that we could ever know. Holy Week gives us an opportunity to participate in that love story in a profound and personal way. We pray that you give us a special attentiveness during Holy Week, Lord. Shower us with your grace!  AMEN.

(Adapted from “The Joy of Lent: Encouragement and Daily Prayers”)

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

PARENT INPUT NEEDED - CATHOLIC IDENTITY SURVEY

Thanks to the support and teamwork from all members of our school community, St. Peter’s School earned a full 6-year accreditation last year.  In the years leading up to our next accreditation review, the school is required to survey the school community in a variety of domains relating to Catholic Identity.

This year, the survey is about “Prayer and the Sacraments” and “Signs and Sacramentals.”  Because of the pandemic and COVID-19 protocols, we know that our school activities are different.  However, please complete this survey as best as you can.  Your input is important to the school as we identify strengths and areas for growth.

SURVEY LINKS

English - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LYBMJWV

Español - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LJ2T2W9

If you have any questions, please contact the school office.  Thank you!

DROP-OFFS and PICK-UPS

We are grateful to have more students now participating in in-person learning in the school building.  However, with the increased number of students at school, the areas for morning drop-offs and pick-ups are becoming more congested.  To help alleviate the congestion and to keep everyone safe, please do not leave your car unattended in the white zones, and do your best to drop off your child at your assigned times:

- 7:45 – 7:55 … Last Names A-F

- 7:55 – 8:05 … Last names G-O

- 8:05 – 8:15 … Last names P-Z

For the afternoons, please come at the assigned pick-up times.  If you have more than one child to pick up, please come at the time of the older sibling. The younger sibling will wait in their classroom until they are called for pick-up.

Regular Days

- 2:35 … Grades K-2

- 2:50 … Grades 3-5

- 3:00 … Grades 6-8

Minimum Days

- 12:15 … Grades K-2

- 12:30 … Grades 3-5

- 12:40 … Grades 6-8

EASTER VACATION

Next week, on Wednesday, March 31, we will have our usual Minimum Day dismissal for Faculty Meetings.  

Thursday, April 1 (Holy Thursday) is also a minimum Day dismissal for the start of Easter Vacation.  

Easter Vacation is from Friday, April 2 through Sunday, April 11.  Classes will resume with a regular schedule on Monday, April 12.

*San Francisco Department of Public Health discourages any non-essential travel during the pandemic.  However, if you will be traveling during the Easter break, please follow the 10-day quarantine upon your return home, and notify your child’s teacher and/or the school office.  Thank you for your cooperation!

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2021-2022

The 2021-2022 tuition rates and YELLOW re-registration forms have been distributed.  Please return the completed re-registration form by NEXT WEEK--March 31, in order to help us plan for the upcoming school year.  The per-student re-registration fee is due by April 15.

If you did not receive a hard copy of the re-registration form and the tuition update letter, they were also posted on Class Dojo on March 23.  Please call the office if you have any questions!

BASIC FUND APPLICATIONS

New Applications:  The BASIC Fund new application for the 2021-2022 School Year are 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 NEXT WEEK--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. The BASIC Fund has emailed 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 NEXT WEEK--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.

WEEKLY SCHOOL MASS

Remember that you can join our virtual school mass on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM.  The livestream is available at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw 

One class will be in the church, while the rest of the school and all distance learners participate virtually.  Join us for our Lenten masses and even beyond the Lenten season!

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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.

REMINDERS: 

Mar. 22-27       Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

Mar. 22-27       Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

Mar. 28             PALM SUNDAY; Holy Week begins

Mar.29-Apr.1   Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

Mar.29-Apr.1   Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning Week

Mar. 30             8:30 AM Virtual School Mass

Mar. 31             BASIC Fund Renewal Applications Due

Mar. 31             Re-registration form due

Mar 31              Minimum Day Dismissal

Apr. 1                Minimum Day Dismissal

Apr. 2                GOOD FRIDAY; Easter Vacation begins

Apr. 4                EASTER SUNDAY!

Apr. 12              Classes resume

QUE PASA 3/17/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

        We are now in the fourth week of Lent!  How are you and your family growing closer to God? Reflect on what makes you unwell, not necessarily physically, but mentally, emotionally, spiritually. What unhealthy thing takes up the space in your heart, mind, and soul that belongs to God?  As the Psalm below says, let us remember that God is merciful and always present, especially in our times of need.

The LORD is gracious and merciful,
slow to anger and of great kindness.
The LORD is good to all
and compassionate toward all his works.
The LORD is faithful in all his words
and holy in all his works.
The LORD lifts up all who are falling
and raises up all who are bowed down.
The LORD is just in all his ways
and holy in all his works.
The LORD is near to all who call upon him,
to all who call upon him in truth.
The Lord is gracious and merciful.

-Psalm 145:8-9

Merciful Lord, thank you for sending us your Son to free us from sin and make us new.  Help us to look forward in hope to the life that you have planned for us.   AMEN.

(Daily Reflections for Lent, M. Poust)

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

THANK YOU!

Last week, teachers met with parents through Zoom to discuss Individual student progress.  Parents, thank you for taking the time to meet with teachers.  Your partnership is greatly appreciated!  If you have further questions regarding your child’s progress, please feel free to contact your child’s teacher via email or Class Dojo messages.

NEXT MONDAY – MINIMUM DAY

As noted on our school calendar, please remember that next Monday—March 22—is a Minimum day for a teachers’ meeting. Students in grades K-2 are dismissed at 12:15; students in grades 3-5 are dismissed at 12:30; students in grades 6-8 are dismissed at 12:40.

DROP-OFFS and PICK-UPS

We are grateful to have more students now participating in in-person learning in the school building.  However, with the increased number of students at school, the areas for morning drop-offs and pick-ups are becoming more congested.  To help alleviate the congestion and to keep everyone safe, please do not leave your car unattended in the white zones, and do your best to drop off your child at your assigned times:

- 7:45 – 7:55 — Last Names A-F

- 7:55 – 8:05 — Last names G-O

- 8:05 – 8:15 — Last names P-Z

For the afternoons, please come at the assigned pick-up times.  If you have more than one child to pick up, please come at the time of the older sibling. The younger sibling will wait in their classroom until they are called for pick-up.

Regular Days

- 2:35 — Grades K-2

- 2:50 — Grades 3-5

- 3:00 — Grades 6-8

Minimum Days

- 12:15 — Grades K-2

- 12:30 — Grades 3-5

- 12:40 — Grades 6-8

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2021-2022

The 2021-2022 tuition rates and YELLOW re-registration forms have been distributed.  Please return the completed re-registration form by March 31, in order to help us plan for the upcoming school year.  The per-student re-registration fee is due by April 15.

If you did not receive a hard copy of the re-registration form and the tuition update letter, they were also posted on Class Dojo on March 2 and emailed with the last Que Pasa newsletter.  Please call the office if you have any questions!

BASIC FUND APPLICATIONS

New Applications:  The BASIC Fund new application for the 2021-2022 School Year are 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.  The BASIC Fund has emailed 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.

WEEKLY SCHOOL MASS

Remember that you can join our virtual school mass on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM.  The livestream is available at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw 

One class will be in the church, while the rest of the school and all distance learners participate virtually.  Join us for our Lenten masses and even beyond the Lenten season!

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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.

REMINDERS: 

Mar. 15-19      Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

Mar. 15-19      Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning Week

Mar. 22           Minimum Day Dismissal

Mar. 22-27      Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

Mar. 22-27      Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

Mar. 23           8:30 AM Virtual School Mass

Mar. 28           PALM SUNDAY; Holy Week begins

Mar. 31           BASIC Fund Renewal Applications Due

Mar. 31           Re-registration form due

QUE PASA 3/10/2021 (English)

Dear Parents,

        A year ago, we were wrapping up with our big school accreditation visit.  Our school community worked together to successfully earn the full 6-year accreditation term! At the same time, we were planning the closure of our school, and becoming more familiar of the effects of COVID-19. We made major adjustments in a very short period, and again, our school community banded together to overcome obstacles.

        As we continue our reflections during Lent, I think back on these events, and am grateful for our community—our teachers, staff, parents, students, and many others who have supported us through challenging times.  True to our Growth Mindset, we still are learning and living through difficulties, but we have learned and grown so much over the past year.  Moving forward during Lent, let us reflect on how we’ve maintained our open hearts and minds, and live out our KEYS to help others and help ourselves grow closer to God!

Knowledge feeds growth

Every accomplishment needs courage.

You are love.

Service Unites.    

Grow, Accomplish, Love, Serve, Unite!

St. Peter’s has the KEYS to open hearts, open minds!

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

SPECIAL LENTEN ACTIVITIES

Congratulations to our 2nd and 3rd graders and older students who received the sacrament of First Reconciliation.  They are all one step closer to receiving Jesus at their First Communion.

We are also proud of our 7th graders, who are currently participating in a Virtual Retreat this entire week.  Though they are not able to attend their 5-day overnight Caritas Creek retreat at CYO camp, they are building community through activities with their camp leader via Zoom.  Keep up the good work, 7th graders!

THIS WEEK! - PARENT-TEACHER ZOOM CONFERENCES

We are now in the third and final trimester of the school year. Teachers are continuing to meet with parents for Parent-Teacher Zoom conferences today and tomorrow, and parents will receive their child’s report card at this time. Parent-Teacher conferences are mandatory for each student, as this is an important time for conversations regarding students’ progress.

**In order to accommodate more Parent-Teacher Conference appointment times, Tuesday, March 9; Wednesday, March 10; and Thursday, March 11 are all MINIMUM DAYS with early dismissal times!  (12:15/12:30/12:40 dismissals—according to grade level.) Friday, March 12 will return to the regular dismissal schedule.

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2021-2022

The 2021-2022 tuition rates and YELLOW re-registration forms have been distributed.  Please return the completed re-registration form by March 31, in order to help us plan for the upcoming school year.  The per-student re-registration fee is due by April 15.

If you did not receive a hard copy of the re-registration form and the tuition update letter, they were also posted on Class Dojo on March 2.  Please call the office if you have any questions!

BASIC FUND APPLICATIONS

New Applications:  The BASIC Fund new application for the 2021-2022 School Year are 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. The BASIC Fund has emailed 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.

WEEKLY SCHOOL MASS

Remember that you can join our virtual school mass on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM.  The livestream is available at the following link:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw 

One class will be in the church, while the rest of the school and all distance learners participate virtually.  Join us for our Lenten masses and even beyond the Lenten season!

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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.

REMINDERS: 

Mar. 8-12         Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

Mar. 8-12         Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

Mar. 9-11         12:30 Dismissals for Parent-Teacher Zoom Conferences 

Mar. 15-19       Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

Mar. 15-19       Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning Week

Mar. 16            8:30 AM Virtual School Mass

QUE PASA 3/3/2021 (English)

Dear Parents,

        With all the different responsibilities we have as parents, we may easily feel overwhelmed and tired—especially with all the challenges and unknowns we face today with the COVID-19 pandemic.  Yet Lent can be a time for our renewal.  Let’s not forget how Jesus can be a source of strength and a loving comfort to us, and how we can follow his example to spread that love and be a positive example for our children. 

How true are Jesus’ words, which invite those who are tired and weary to come to Him to find rest! His arms outstretched on the cross show that no one is excluded from his love and his mercy, not even the greatest sinner: no one! -Pope Francis

Heavenly Father, your son’s death on the cross stands as a testament to your endless love and care for all of us. No one who seeks you out is excluded from your love, no matter what we have done. No one is cut off from your mercy, no matter how great our suffering. Give me the courage, Lord, to always look to Christ crucified as the promise of mercy for me. In this Lenten season, give me the confidence to trust that your love for me will never die. AMEN.

(from “The Joy of Lent: Encouragement and Daily Prayers”)

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

RE-REGISTRATION FOR 2021-2022

Last week, the 2021-2022 tuition rates and YELLOW re-registration forms were distributed.  Please return the completed re-registration form by March 31, in order to help us plan for the upcoming school year.  The per-student re-registration fee is due by April 15.

If you did not receive a hard copy of the re-registration form and the tuition update letter, they were also posted on Class Dojo on March 2.  Please call the office if you have any questions!

NEXT WEEK! - PARENT-TEACHER ZOOM CONFERENCES

This Friday, March 5, is the end of Trimester 2.  As the third (and last) trimester of the school year begins next week, teachers are scheduling Parent-Teacher Zoom conferences for Tuesday, March 9; Wednesday, March 10; and Thursday, March 11.  Parent-Teacher conferences are mandatory for each student, as this is an important time for conversations regarding students’ progress.

Conference sign-ups have been posted on Class Dojo.  Please sign up for a conference time if you haven’t done so already, and contact your child’s teacher if you have any questions.  Thank you for your cooperation! 

**In order to accommodate more Parent-Teacher Conference appointment times, Tuesday, March 9; Wednesday, March 10; and Thursday, March 11 are all MINIMUM DAYS with early dismissal times!  (12:15/12:30/12:40 dismissals—according to grade level)

FINANCIAL AID & APPLICATION WORKSHOP

Spread the word!  We are accepting NEW applications for the upcoming school year!  If you know of a family who is interested in enrolling their child at St. Peter’s School, we are holding a Financial Aid and Application workshop for new students this Saturday, March 6.  Appointments are needed!  Please call the school office to schedule an appointment for this workshop.  

BASIC FUND APPLICATIONS

New Applications:  The BASIC Fund new application for the 2021-2022 School Year are 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. The BASIC Fund has emailed 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.

WEEKLY SCHOOL MASS

Remember that you can join our virtual school mass on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM.  The livestream is available at the following link:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw 

One class will be in the church, while the rest of the school and all distance learners participate virtually.  Join us for our Lenten masses and even beyond the Lenten season!

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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.

REMINDERS: 

Mar. 1-5           Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

Mar. 1-5           Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning Week

Mar. 3              10:00 AM First Reconciliation for 2nd grade

Mar. 5              END OF TRIMESTER 2

Mar. 6              Financial Aid Workshops for new students

Mar. 8-12         Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

Mar. 8-12         Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

Mar. 9              8:30 AM Virtual School Mass

Mar. 9-11         12:30 Dismissals for Parent-Teacher Zoom  Conferences 

QUE PASA 2/24/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

        As parents, we strive to be role models of open hearts and open minds for our children.  At school—whether in person or on Zoom—we encourage each other to develop a growth mindset and live our St. Peter’s School KEYS so that we can open our hearts and minds.  Lent pushes us to dig out of our souls all the things that have clogged our hearts, the little sins that we clench in our fists, keeping us from opening our hands, hearts, and minds freely. God is offering to not only lift the burden from our shoulders, but also to help in rebalancing our load in the future. Tossing those small bad habits, pushing aside bitterness and resentment so that we might love God with our whole heart, and with all our strength.  Especially as we continue living through the challenges of the pandemic, we should make time to turn to God in prayer and for strength.

What is weighing you down? How might you prayerfully sort through what takes up room in your heart and mind? What habits and grudges can be cleared out, left behind?

God, take away what clutters our hearts, feed us with your Word, so that we might have the strength and freedom to love you with all our hearts, all our souls, all our being.

(Adapted from Daily Reflections for Lent: Not By Bread Alone)

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

WEEKLY SCHOOL MASS

Yesterday, we were not able to celebrate virtual school mass because another service was planned in Church.

We will move forward with our weekly Tuesday Mass schedule next Tuesday, March 2. Students will participate in the 8:30 AM Mass at St. Peter’s Church.  Each week, ONE class will have the opportunity to attend Mass in the Church, while all the other classes and our distance learners participate virtually, through the livestream.  Families at home are all welcome to attend these weekly virtual school Mass celebrations.  To join any school Mass, click on this link on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw

We look forward to continuing this tradition of celebrating our faith as a school family!

SCHOOL PICTURE DAY #2

As announced previously, Picture day for Middle School Cohort B, 4th graders, and all Distance Learning students is TODAY-- Wednesday, February 24.

For school pictures, students must be in COMPLETE UNIFORM--including their green school sweatshirt, white polo, and navy pants or uniform skirt.

Please arrive during your child’s designated time slot, according to last name.  You may check-in at the front office on Florida Street.  Only students will be allowed on campus for photos.  Parents will be required to wait outside or in their car, and once your child’s photo is taken, he/she will be supervised to return to you.

·       Last Name A - B → 9:45 - 10:15

·       Last Name C - D → 10:15 - 10:45

·       Last Name E - G → 11:00 - 11:30

·       Last Name H - M → 11:30 - 12:00

·       Last Name N - R → 1:00 - 1:30

·       Last Name S - V → 1:30 - 2:00

* ATTENTION All 3rd grade Distance Learners: You may take your school photo after your First Reconciliation service, which begins at 10:00.

To order your child’s school photos, go to my.lifetouch.com and enter Picture Day ID EVTPP37CX.   

For a video of Lifetouch Photo’s COVID-19 protocols, visit https://lifetouch.com/newpicturedayexperience/

If you have any questions, please call the school office at 415-647-8662.  

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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:  The BASIC Fund new application for the 2021-2022 School Year is 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.  The BASIC Fund has emailed 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.

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.22-26         Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

Feb.22-26         Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

Mar. 1-5           Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

Mar. 1-5           Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning Week

Mar. 3              10:00 AM First Reconciliation for 2nd grade

Mar. 5              END OF TRIMESTER 2

Mar. 9-11         12:30 Dismissals for Parent-Teacher Zoom Conferences 

QUE PASA 2/17/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

        Today, Ash Wednesday, marks the beginning Lent. This is a special liturgical season when we take time to pray, reflect, repent, and renew so that we can grow closer to God as we prepare for the death and resurrection of Jesus.  Each week I’d like to offer a reflection (from Daily Reflections for Lent: Not By Bread Alone) as we journey through Lent with each other and with our children:  

“Ash Wednesday is marked with a somber sign of our faith.  The cross on our forehead is meant to leave a lasting imprint deep within, like a spiritual tattoo that will linger long after we complete the 40-day course.  The sacrifices and prayers of the season help us clear a path, but we can’t stop there, not if we want to experience real transformation. God wants nothing less than our hearts broken open so that he might find a resting place within and make us whole. Yes, the exterior practices are important, but what matters most is what happens unseen within our hearts and souls.” 

Heavenly Father, guide us in the right ways as we begin our Lenten journey. Give us the courage to allow ourselves to be transformed by your love. Help us to use our Lenten sacrifices to dig deeper into our spiritual center and carve out a space for you alone.  AMEN.

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

WEEKLY SCHOOL MASS

Today, we began the Lenten season with Ash Wednesday school mass.  All school community members participated virtually. 

Moving forward, we will celebrate weekly Mass as a school on Tuesday mornings.  Beginning on Tuesday, February 23, we will be returning to our weekly school Mass schedule.  Students will participate in the 8:30 AM Mass at St. Peter’s Church.  Each week, ONE class will have the opportunity to attend Mass in the Church, while all the other classes and our distance learners participate virtually, through the livestream.  Families at home are all welcome to attend these weekly virtual school Mass celebrations.  To join any school Mass, click on this link on Tuesdays at 8:30 AM: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw

We look forward to continuing this tradition of celebrating our faith as a school family!

VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE

St. Peter’s School is hosting a 2nd Virtual Open House tomorrow--Thursday, February 18 at 5:00.  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!

STAR TESTING

Window #3 for the required Archdiocese STAR Testing will conclude this week.  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!

SCHOOL PICTURE DAY #2

Picture day for Middle School Cohort B, 4th graders, and all Distance Learning students is coming up on Wednesday, February 24.

For school pictures, students must be in COMPLETE UNIFORM--including their green school sweatshirt, white polo, and navy pants or uniform skirt. 

Please arrive during your child’s designated time slot, according to last name.  You may check-in at the front office on Florida Street.  Only students will be allowed on campus for photos.  Parents will be required to wait outside or in their car, and once your child’s photo is taken, he/she will be supervised to return to you.

·       Last Name A - B → 9:45 - 10:15

·       Last Name C - D → 10:15 - 10:45

·       Last Name E - G → 11:00 - 11:30

·       Last Name H - M → 11:30 - 12:00

·       Last Name N - R → 1:00 - 1:30

·       Last Name S - V → 1:30 - 2:00

* ATTENTION All 3rd grade Distance Learners: You may take your school photo after your First Reconciliation service, which begins at 10:00.

To order your child’s school photos, go to my.lifetouch.com and enter Picture Day ID EVTPP37CX.   

For a video of Lifetouch Photo’s COVID-19 protocols, visit https://lifetouch.com/newpicturedayexperience/

If you have any questions, please call the school office at 415-647-8662.  

COVID-19 REMINDERS

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 each

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.

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.16-19          Middle School Cohort A – In-Person Week

Feb.16-19          Middle School Cohort B – Distance Learning 

Feb.18               5:00 PM, VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE for prospective families

Feb.22              Minimum Day Dismissal

Feb.22-26         Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

Feb.22-26         Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

Feb.24              Picture Day #2 

Feb.24              10:00 AM First Reconciliation for 3rd grade

Mar. 3               10:00 AM First Reconciliation for 2nd grade

QUE PASA 2/10/2021 (ENGLISH)

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

QUE PASA 2/3/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       February is already upon us!  Since Valentine’s Day is in February, I often associate the month of February with one of our school’s core values—LOVE.  February is also the month of the Holy Family, a family that we could look towards as an example of unconditional love.  Below is a prayer the we can offer together, to remind us of our love for our family, and to remind us that we are a school family working together to help our children open their hearts and minds.  As stated in our school philosophy: We are a family--somos una familia--with parents, students and educators working together.

JESUS, Son of God and Son of Mary, bless our family. Graciously inspire in us the unity, peace, and mutual love that you found in your own family in the little town of Nazareth.

MARY, Mother of Jesus and Our Mother, nourish our family with your faith and your love. Keep us close to your Son, Jesus, in all our sorrows and joys.

JOSEPH, Foster-father to Jesus, guardian and spouse of Mary, keep our family safe from harm. Help us in all times of discouragement or anxiety.

HOLY FAMILY OF NAZARETH, make our family one with you. Help us to be instruments of peace. Grant that love, strengthened by grace, may prove mightier than all the weaknesses and trials through which our families sometimes pass. May we always have God at the center of our hearts and homes until we are all one family, happy and at peace in our true home with you.   AMEN.

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

100th DAY OF SCHOOL

This Friday, we celebrate our 100th day of school! At school or on Zoom, students are invited to dress like they are 100 years old—to show that we are 100 days smarter and older! 

STAR TESTING

Window #3 for the required Archdiocese STAR Testing has begun 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!

VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE

St. Peter’s School is hosting a Virtual Open House on 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!

COVID-19 UPDATE

On January 24, a notification was sent out notifying parents that all Middle School students will be distance learning through February 5, due to a staffing shortage.  Please note that the decision to distance learn for middle schoolers is not a result of COVID-19 exposure at school; there has been no COVID-19 exposure in the middle school grades.  

Because we are short-staffed in the middle school, along with a shortage of substitute teachers, we ask that our middle schoolers participate in distance learning through February 5.

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 each

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.)

FREE COVID-19 TESTING

For information about free COVID-19 testing in San Francisco, visit the website (available in both English and Spanish): https://sf.gov/es/find-out-about-your-covid-19-testing-options

The Latino Task Force also has information about free COVID-19 testing, as well as a variety of other helpful resources such as food assistance and employment assistance.  Visit their website at https://www.ltfrespuestalatina.com/

REMINDERS: 

Jan.25-Feb.5      Distance Learning for all Middle Schoolers 

Feb. 5                100th Day of School!

Feb.8-11            Middle School Cohort B – In-Person Week

Feb.8-11            Middle School Cohort A – Distance Learning Week

Feb.12               NO SCHOOL, Presidents’ Day Holiday

Feb.15               NO SCHOOL, Presidents’ Day Holiday

QUE PASA 1/27/2021 (ENGLISH)

Dear Parents,

       Happy Catholic Schools Week!  This week, we’ve been taking the time to reflect on Catholic education and all the ways that we learn to grow, accomplish, love, serve, and unite here at St. Peter’s School. We are thankful that here and at home, both our faith and our minds can grow.  In gratitude, I offer this prayer (adapted from www.thereligionteacher.com): 

Almighty Father,

You sent forth your Son as a beacon of hope for all people.  As Teacher, he has given us the prime example of the importance of education.  As disciples, we look to him for inspiration and strength.  Thank you for the many sisters, brothers, priests, and laypeople who have dedicated their lives in service to our Catholic schools.  Thank you for the teachers and administrators who sustain our schools today.  Thank you for the parents who have given support to the importance of Catholic education in their daily lives.  Thank you for the students who work hard to further their education.

Bless St. Peter’s School and the many people who advance our mission.  May our building be a home for those who seek to grow in faith, knowledge, and service of others. Fill our minds with knowledge and wisdom.  May our understanding of the world help us to grow in appreciation for it.  Fill our hearts with gladness. Fill our hands with the tools we need to serve others.  May we show them your unceasing love through our actions.  AMEN.

--Mrs. Sandra Jimenez

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK

For the rest of this week, we celebrate Catholic Schools Week with:

- 1/28 Thankful Thursday – Write “thank you” letters to those who help us at school

- 1/29 Favorite Catholic Schools Friday – Reflect on the importance of Catholic education and design a bumper sticker!

TRIMESTER 2 PROGRESS REPORTS

Today, your child’s teacher will send home progress reports.  Students at school will be given paper copies, and parents of distance learners will receive digital progress reports on Class Dojo or email.  Please sign and return the paper copies, or reply to your child’s teacher once you have viewed the digital progress report. 

Please contact your child’s teacher if you have any questions.

COVID-19 UPDATE

On January 24, a notification was sent out notifying parents that all Middle School students will be distance learning through February 5, due to a staffing shortage.  Please note that the decision to distance learn for middle schoolers is not a result of COVID-19 exposure at school; there has been no COVID-19 exposure in the middle school grades.  

Because we are short-staffed in the middle school, along with a shortage of substitute teachers, we ask that our middle schoolers participate in distance learning through February 5.

On January 25, a notification was sent out regarding a COVID-19 exposure in one of the lower grades.  The affected class has been notified and will be in quarantine until safe to return to school.  Unaffected classes in the lower grades may still participate at school with in-person learning.

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

A new shipment of the gray “AZTECS” sweats have arrived.  The 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 each

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.)

FREE COVID-19 TESTING

For information about free COVID-19 testing in San Francisco, visit the website (available in both English and Spanish): https://sf.gov/es/find-out-about-your-covid-19-testing-options

The Latino Task Force also has information about free COVID-19 testing, as well as a variety of other helpful resources such as food assistance and employment assistance.  Visit their website at https://www.ltfrespuestalatina.com/

REMINDERS: 

Jan.25-Feb.5      Distance Learning for all Middle Schoolers 

Jan. 27               Progress Reports sent home

Jan. 29               8th grade Graduation Photo Day

Feb. 5                100th Day of School!