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 for those that support us in our Catholic school mission, and 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
Here are the rest of the themed days for Catholic Schools Week this week!
- February 2 - Works of Mercy Wednesday
- February 3 - Thankful Thursday
- February 4 - Festive 100th Day Friday
TRIMESTER 2 PROGRESS REPORTS
Today, Progress Reports for Trimester 2 are being sent home. Progress Reports provide a snapshot of your child’s progress, giving time to maintain grades or submit work for improvement before the end of the trimester arrives.
Students have been given paper copies of their progress report to take home, which should be signed by a parent and returned to the teacher before the end of this week. If your child has been absent, a digital copy will be sent to you via email or Class Dojo messages. Please reply to the teacher to confirm that you have seen the progress report.
If you have any questions regarding the progress report, please contact your child’s teacher.
COVID-19 NOTIFICATION and INFECTION MITIGATION PLAN
As mentioned in an email sent out to families last week, positive COVID-19 cases have been reported at school. The positive cases are all in isolation until cleared to return to school.
The affected classes are following the SFDPH guidelines for a modified quarantine, so that students may continue to participate in in-person school as long as we adhere to the COVID-19 testing schedule. If your child’s class is in modified quarantine, the specific testing requirements (with dates) have been shared via Class Dojo and email.
Additionally, students in modified quarantine have no extra-curricular activities, including sports practices and games and BVCC, until the modified quarantine period is over.
To prevent the spread of COVID-19 at school, we have developed a School Infection Mitigation Plan, which was given to each parent on the first day of school as part of the Parent-Student Handbook. The Infection Mitigation Plan is also available on our school website at http://www.stpeterssf.org/pandemic-reopening-plan
Please remember -- If your child is feeling ill or has been exposed to COVID-19, phone the school office and keep your child at home!
🡪 Symptoms to watch out for include:
Fever -- 100.4°F / 38°C or higher
Cough
Severe headache
Sore throat
Shortness of breath or trouble breathing
New loss of taste or smell
Vomiting
Diarrhea
FREE COVID-19 TESTING KITS
The government sponsored free COVID testing website went live earlier today. Every home in the U.S. is eligible to order 4 free at-home COVID-19 tests. The tests are completely free, and orders will usually ship in 7-12 days.
Click on the link to submit information to receive your free at-home COVID-19 tests https://www.covidtests.gov/
MESSAGE FROM THE BASIC FUND
New Applications
Starting January 15, The BASIC Fund new application for the 2022-2023 School Year will be available online at www.basicfund.org. Families can submit 2020 tax returns, if 2021 returns are not yet prepared. New siblings for current BASIC Fund students must call The BASIC Fund at (415) 985-5650 to request a link to apply for a new student. The deadline is March 31, 2022.
Renewal Applications
In this month we will email families a renewal application link. Families can submit 2020 tax returns, if 2021 returns are not yet prepared. The deadline is March 31, 2022.
If you have any questions, please contact Myrna Soberanis at msoberanis@sanpedro.org. Thank you!
MESSAGE FROM THE ARCHDIOCESE FAMILY GRANT
April 15 is the annual deadline for submitting all information to TADS, the third party needs-evaluation company that the Archdiocese uses to collect the financial data from families. This is consistent with the process we used to award tuition assistance for this year. After the Student Aid Form has been processed by TADS, the Department of Catholic Schools gathers the completed application materials. The Archdiocese of San Francisco is unable to provide financial aid to all students who apply. Applicants are ranked on the basis of financial need. Within the limit of available funds, the Archdiocese of San Francisco will then award financial aid.
Late applications will NOT be considered. Students must live in Marin, San Francisco, or San Mateo Counties to be considered for the Archdiocesan Scholarship. Please visit the other scholarship programs section for more opportunities. Grant notifications will be sent out to the elementary student’s families in late May/early June.
To use the TADS Financial Aid online application go to mytads.com. You will be guided through the application. If you have any questions, you can phone TADS at 800-477-8237.
BVCC AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM
There are open spots available in BVCC. Apply now--financial assistance is available! Please see the flyer on the last page of this Que Pasa.
If your child is part of a St. Peter’s Sports team and has a later sports practice start time after school, please register your child in the BVCC after-school program if he/she will be waiting on campus before the sports practice begins. This is to help ensure proper safety and supervision as students wait for their coach to arrive and practice to begin.
** Currently–BVCC is CLOSED for any classes in Modified Quarantine. BVCC will reopen when the Modified Quarantine period is over for your child’s particular class cohort.
If you have any questions, please contact our BVCC Program Directors: Judy (415-283-5545) or Rochelle (415-713-0625).
SCHOOL MASS
Our Weekly School Masses take place on Tuesday mornings at 8:30, unless otherwise noted. Students will attend Mass in Church according to specified groups. Groups will rotate each week between in-person Church participation and Gospel reading/analysis in the classroom.
At this time, parents may join weekly school Masses by clicking on this link to our school Mass livestream: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF6mjdkFRHn0Ip0yuxdIOWw
GRAY AZTECS SWEATS
We now have more gray Aztecs sweats available for purchase! The Aztecs sweatpants, t-shirt, and hoodie may be worn to school on Fridays, and you can wear them outside of school to show AZTEC spirit!
Due to a shortage of materials with the sweats company, we have low amounts of items in the Youth sizes. We are waiting to receive more as the materials become available.
To make a purchase, you may fill out an order form and submit payment in the office, or call the office to place an order.
Prices:
Hoodie - $30 *Adult XL Hoodie - $35
Sweatpants - $25
T-shirt - $10
In addition, our Athletics Department is still selling their black original design t-shirts! Call the office to place an order!
JANUARY STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
Homeroom teachers identify and describe Students of the Month at the end of each month. We all celebrate these students because they have exemplified living the St. Peter’s KEYS:
Knowledge feeds GROWTH.
Every ACCOMPLISHMENT needs courage.
You are LOVE.
SERVICE UNITES.
Congratulations to our January Students of the Month!
Kindergarten - Gavin Contreras is BUZZING with CONFIDENCE and that is why he is Kindergarten's SOTM. He is working hard and GROWING each day. Taking PRIDE in all he does, whether coloring or learning his math facts, Gavin is discovering for himself the POWER of LEARNING! Gavin is KIND, CARING and RESPONSIBLE! With CHARM, GRACE and HUMOR, Gavin is SOARING to NEW HEIGHTS! KEEP FLYING HIGH Gavin!! We LOVE you!!
1st Grade - Julieta Lopez is very hard working and tries her best each and every day. She has grown so much in 1st grade and continues to grow, especially in reading and writing! I am so proud of you Julieta!
2nd Grade - Frida Garcia is a hard worker who is always such a great example for others. She shows a great deal of responsibility and maturity for someone her age. I can always count on Frida being a good friend, student, and community member. Thank you, Frida!
3rd Grade - Roberto Garcia is always on time to class and works diligently throughout the day. He is very quiet and stays focused on his tasks. He works hard at completing his school and home assignments. Roberto was very helpful when our new student entered our class for the first time. Roberto, you are doing an excellent job as a 3rd grader. Keep up the positive spirit!
4th Grade - Josiah Toledo is a shining example of a student who continues to grow academically, serve, and love his 4th grade community. He has a love for reading and learning which is an awesome thing to see in class. Along with his love for learning, he has a huge heart of gold. He bought a beanie - just like the one he wears - for his cousin and fellow classmate, Hilary, to wear during these cold winter months in class. Keep up the good work, Josiah! You are a star!
5th Grade - Maria Espinoza enjoys school, and her upbeat demeanor brightens the 5th grade classroom. She is always respectful and considerate of others. Congratulations, Maria!
6th Grade - Anthony Maradiaga Hernandez is such a blessing to our 6th grade community. He brings so much laughter to our classroom. Ant, I am so proud of how much you have GROWN this year! Keep up the good work, good vibes, and sharing your knowledge of memes with all! Congratulations Ant! I am so happy that you are a part of our 6th grade family! :)
7th Grade - Sara Becerra demonstrates a St Peter's attitude with an open heart and open mind. She doesn't let things get her down and shows that she truly cares about her fellow classmates. She comes to class each day with a positive attitude and shows interest in topics of social justice. Keep pushing yourself further, Sara! Congratulations!
8th Grade - Briana Alvarado has demonstrated what it means to serve, by sharing her time, gifts and joy within our school community as a leader, student council officer, classmate and friend. Her enthusiasm and willingness to accomplish tasks solidifies her ability to work hard with a positive attitude. Briana has proved she knows how to live out the keys! Keep up the good work!
REMINDERS:
Jan.30 - Feb.5 CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
February 2 Trimester 2 Progress Reports sent home
Feb.2 - 11 STAR Assessments Window #3
February 8 8:30 AM School Mass
February 9 Minimum Day Dismissal
