The holidays are approaching, and we’re excited to bring back Santa's Workshop! This fun event allows students to shop for gifts during the school day. Please review the details below:
Event Details:
- Location: School Gym
- Dates: 12/3, 12/4, 12/5
- Items Available: Gifts for Mom, Dad, and Siblings! (Cost: $1 - $20 per item)
- Shopping Time: Students will shop during their PE class schedule. (Tuesday and Thursday classes/times will be switched for this week.)
Important Information:
- Envelopes: A shopping envelope was sent home with your student last Friday. Please check your student's yellow communication folder for the envelope with more details.
- Payment: Please send cash or check only (no credit cards). Make checks payable to St. Viator School PTO.
- Gift Limit: To ensure students have enough time to shop, we recommend to only purchase gifts for immediate family members (Mom, Dad, and siblings). This will help ensure they can shop efficiently without the pressure of purchasing for friends, the entire class, or themselves.
How You Can Help:
- Discuss with your student what gifts they would like to buy.
- Include the appropriate amount of cash or a check in the envelope.
- Return the envelope by Monday, December 3rd so your student can participate in the shopping event.
We hope this event brings extra holiday cheer, and we thank you for supporting this special tradition!
Santa's Workshop PTO Co-Chairs,
Gina Becerra Vargas & Kenia Corral
Join us for our Annual 3rd Christmas Festival on Friday, December 13th from 5:30 to 7:00 PM in our school courtyard. This festive event is free for all St. Viator students and their families, and we would love for you to join us in celebrating the holiday season together!
Suggested attire: Feel free to wear your favorite Christmas-themed outfits, including pajamas, ugly sweaters, onesies, or anything comfy — let’s make this event cozy and fun!
Here’s a sneak peek at some of the festive activities we have planned for the evening:
- Hot cocoa with marshmallows
- Holiday book readings
- Ornament decorating
- Reindeer food making
- Cookie decorating
- Holiday favorites movie screening
- Christmas tree showcase
Come enjoy the spirit of the season with us — we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Christmas Festival PTO Co-Chairs,
Christine Nolan & Gloria Segovia
We are excited to invite you to our Christmas Fine Arts Program, which will be held on Wednesday, December 18th, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the church and parish center. We are thrilled to bring this tradition back!
This evening will feature performances by our students which will include:
- Class Song performed by PreK, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders
- Choir, Cantor, and Handbell performances
- The program will conclude with a Live Nativity
After the program, we invite you to visit the parish center, where you can enjoy:
- A beautiful artwork display showcasing your children’s creative work
- Visit Santa, take a photo, and share a holiday wish
- Cookies and refreshments to enjoy
Important Notes:
- This program is not mandatory for your child to attend. If your child WILL NOT BE PARTICIPATING in the program, please let their teacher know as soon as possible. We need to account for all performers for seating arrangements in the church.
- If your child will be participating, they will be seated with their class and teacher, just as they are during school masses. Performers arrive at the church by 5:00 pm. More details to follow.
- Dress Code: We kindly ask that your child wear Christmas attire or appropriate church clothing for the event.
Christmas Program Co-Chairs,
Aileen Palacio & Maura Rodriguez
The Anxious Generation – How The Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Health by Jonathan Haidt
Parent Book Study Hosted by:
John Paul Manfredi
St. Viator Alum and Bishop Gorman High School Theology Teacher
Session 1:
Date: Wednesday, January 29th
Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: St. Viator School Cafeteria (Childcare available in the Gym)
Is your child part of the "Anxious Generation"?
Join us for an insightful discussion of The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt, exploring how social media, cultural shifts, and other modern pressures are affecting our kids' mental health and well-being. This is an important opportunity for parents to better understand the challenges their children face and to learn strategies for fostering resilience and emotional growth.
Why Attend?
- Engage in discussion led by Mr. Manfredi.
- Childcare Provided: Enjoy the session while your child is safely entertained in the gym.
- Free Book: The first 20 parents to sign up will receive a free copy of the book!
- Affordable: After the first 20 sign-ups, additional books can be purchased for just $10 each.
Don’t Miss Out!
The first 20 parents to sign up will get their copy of the book for free! Reserve your spot today by emailing svsschool@stviator.org.
Dear SVS Families,
We need your support to make our upcoming silent auction a success! The Foundation is working hard to create an exciting event, and we invite you to help us build an amazing selection of items for the silent auction.
Please scan the QR code below or click this link https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/254GQ1S9OE67R to view the SVS Foundation's wishlist and see how you can contribute. Your donations will make a big difference and help us enhance our school community.
Thank you for your continued support!
SVS Foundation Team
The most significant criteria to qualify for the Viator Parish rate is regular attendance at Sunday Mass using your envelopes.
In order to qualify for the Viator rate you MUST:
- Attend a minimum of 26 masses (Saturday or Sunday)
- Use the envelopes sent to you from the church
- Forgot your envelope? Remember your parish number and use a blank envelope provided at mass.
DO NOT
- Mail in your envelopes to St. Viator church. These will not be counted.
- Drop off your envelope in the church on a school mass day.
- Forgetting the envelope and telling the church or school you went.
Tuition review will happen in November and you should have 13 masses by this time. All rates will be reviewed and possibly adjusted after the assessment. If your rate is adjusted it will be reflected on the December statement. Please DO NOT call or email the school office or church office to ask if changes are being made until after the receipt of your statement.
Remember, parents are a model of faith for their children and when families join us on a regular basis they are showing their children the priority faith and church has in their lives.
