Generous God

My list is full, as usual, with all the things I need,

But I’m leaving some space today for you to fill

I’ve written down three headings:

Justice, kindness, humility

As I shop today, could you fill those columns as we go?

Maybe I can pay a little extra to make sure something is ethically sourced,

Or pop something into the foodbank basket,

Or put something back which I don’t really need.

Or maybe you want me to bite my tongue

when the person in front of me takes the bargain I had my eye on,

Or to smile at the harassed parent whose toddler careens into me with her trolley

Or to share a word of encouragement with the bored teenager who serves me at the till.

Whatever my basket holds today, help me to focus on your list, not mine.

Amen

- Rhona Cathcart

Dear Bruin Families,

There’s an unmistakable buzz of excitement in the air the past two weeks as we count down to winter break. With Christmas just around the corner, our final week of school promises to be a joyful and festive time for everyone!

From holiday-themed activities to special events there’s much to look forward to in the days ahead. It’s a time to celebrate, connect, and embrace the spirit of the season together.

To our students: this week is your moment to enjoy the magic of the holidays while continuing to shine in your classrooms. From crafts and concerts to ugly sweater day, there’s plenty to keep the energy high and the smiles wide.

To our parents and families: we’re grateful to have you join in the festivities and support the traditions that make this season so meaningful. Scroll down below to stay up-to-date on the fun!

And to our staff: thank you for pouring your creativity and care into making this week unforgettable for our students. Your efforts truly bring the holiday spirit to life in our school.

Let’s make the most of this special time, and then head into the break with hearts full of joy and excitement for the celebrations ahead. Wishing you all a wonderful week and a holiday season filled with warmth, love, and cheer!

Sincerely,

Mr. Ryan Nearhoff

Join us under the stars at our annual Christmas concert! Bring a blanket and chair to enjoy the beautiful presentation of music. Doors open at 5:30pm and seating is first come, first serve. There will be food and hot chocolate/coffee for purchase at the event.

Students in TK-5th should report to their classrooms no later than 5:45pm. Junior High students should report to the ADB @ 5:00pm.

We are looking forward to a joyful evening of Christmas music!

Awarded to two students each trimester who exhibit consistently excellent work habits and behavior and fully exemplify the Schoolwide Learning Expectations.

We'd like to thank our PTO and all of the parent volunteers who assisted in making our Santa Shoppe 2024 a great success! Thank you as well to all parents and students who supported by purchasing gifts for their loved ones!

Congratulations to our Week #6 Football Mania Winner and thank you to the ticket seller families!!

• $25 - Angela Gates (ticket sold by the Fessler Family - Grade 7)
• $25 - Phil Riggins (ticket sold by the Hernandez Family - Grades K/2)
• $25 - Jennifer Olivas (ticket sold by the Vargas Family - Grade K)

Join us on campus and pick up some holiday goodies from a variety of local vendors at our Christmas Boutique on December 15th from 8:00-3:00pm. While you are there, take a picture with Santa and Mrs. Claus (scroll up for the flier with sign up info).

Also, we are looking for volunteers to assist at the event and donations for the PTO sponsored Cocoa Bar. Click the Signup Geniuses below to sign up if you are interested or willing to donate. Thank you!

Click below for the December menu!

Planning is under way for our 2nd annual Color Run fundraiser taking place on Friday, January 31st! More details coming soon. Each child will receive a t-shirt for the event. If you could please complete the form below to submit your child's shirt size that would be greatly appreciated. This form must be completed by Jan. 7th.

For the past several years, our tree for the Christmas program has been generously donated thanks to the folks at The Wild Noble in downtown Glendora. The women who operate the business are Bruin alumnae and fantastic human beings! See their flier below!

Our Beats and Brews committee is well underway in planning for this years event taking place on Friday, May 9th at St. Dorothy Catholic School. We are very excited to improve upon the success of last year and raise even more to support the continued success of St. Dorothy and our Endowment Fund. We are seeking sponsorships for the event and encourage you to review the flyer below if you, or someone you know, might be interested. Thank you for your support!

Click on the links below to sign up for regular volunteering opportunities to start completing those parent hours!

December 14-15 || “No” is a complete sentence.

A critical boundary to learn for yourself and for your children is the word “no.” Saying “no” to something you are uncomfortable with, or that you know is wrong, is sometimes the hardest thing to do, but it is so important. “No” is a complete sentence and should be honored by anyone listening. This is a great way to teach children how to listen to their friends and respect what they hear. This teaches children personal autonomy, which can extend to a child saying “no” to unwanted touches or behavior and potentially protect them from abuse and harm. For more information, read the VIRTUS® article “When Boundaries Abound, Our Lives Can Flourish” at
lacatholics.org/did-you-know/.

December 21-22 || Red flags in gift giving

’Tis the season for giving and receiving gifts, but some gifts are inappropriate for children to receive from adults. Talk to your children about appropriate gift giving – who they should give presents to and who they do not need to give to. Discuss when they should accept a present or not. This would be a good time to establish family rules

about gift receiving. For example: friends and family may not accept gifts outside of established holidays, like a birthday or Christmas. For more information, read the VIRTUS® article “An embarrassment of riches: establishing a framework for gift giving to kids” at lacatholics.org/did-you-know/.

To educate TK-Eighth grade students in a Catholic environment in which the curriculum emphasizes spiritual, ethical, and social values of the Catholic faith to become responsible and moral citizens within the global community.

Supporting the belief that parents are the primary educators of their children, we as educators at St. Dorothy Catholic School, dedicate ourselves to partner with the parents in preparing children to become contributing members of the community. To achieve this, we provide holistic development in psychological, emotional, social and physical health, with an emphasis on academics, faith, and Christian service.

In collaboration with parents, we champion student achievement through the presentation, practice, and study of Catholic doctrine, a strong academic curriculum, multimedia and multi-cultural experiences, physical education, extracurricular programs, and the dedicated commitment of the teachers and staff.

Email: info@stdorothyschool.com

Website: www.stdorothyschool.com
Location: 215 South Valley Center Avenue, Glendora, CA, USA
Phone: (626) 335-0772