The Weekly Update #4

As we celebrate the birth of the Blessed Virgin Mary on September 8, we are reminded of her profound role as the Mother of our Lord and as a guiding figure for us in faith. This special day not only marks the birth of Mary but also invites us to reflect on her example of humility, faith, and unwavering devotion to God.

For our school and parish community, Mary serves as a model of love and care. Her “yes” to God reminds us of the importance of embracing our own callings with courage and trust. Just as she nurtured and supported Jesus, we too are called to nurture and support the children in our care, helping them grow spiritually, academically, and emotionally.

In a world that sometimes feels uncertain, we can look to Mary as a source of peace and inspiration. I encourage you all to take time today to pray together as a family, asking for her intercession and guidance as we navigate this school year.

As a community, let us continue to honor Mary’s legacy by fostering an environment rooted in kindness, compassion, and a strong commitment to our faith.

May Mary, our Heavenly Mother, watch over all of us, and may her birthday be a reminder of the love that unites us in Christ.

Blessings,

Dr. Gonzalez

This is a friendly reminder that fiesta tickets and money ($120) are now due. Please bring in your fiesta ticket stubs and money to the school office. Thank you for supporting our parish fiesta and school!

Get ready to show your school spirit during our Back to School Spirit Week! Each day, students are encouraged to participate in the fun and creative themed days:

Monday, September 9: Pajama Day

Start the week off cozy by wearing your favorite pajamas to school!

Tuesday, September 10: Team (Sports) Day

Represent your favorite sports team by wearing their gear—jerseys, hats, and more!

Wednesday, September 11: Wacky Wednesday

Let your imagination run wild and dress in your wackiest outfit. The crazier, the better!

Thursday, September 12: Tourist/Travel Day

Dress like a tourist ready for an adventure, whether it's Hawaiian shirts, sunglasses, or carrying around a map!

Friday, September 13: Anything But a Backpack

Get creative and bring your school supplies in anything but a traditional backpack. Think outside the box!

We can't wait to see all the creative outfits and enthusiasm throughout the week. Let's make this Spirit Week one to remember!

We are excited to invite you to our Back to School Family Dinner Night at Shakey's Pizza on Thursday, September 12, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Join us for a fun evening of great food, community bonding, and school spirit!

The event will take place at:

Shakey’s Pizza

11403 Firestone Blvd, Norwalk, CA 90650

This is a great opportunity to reconnect as we start the new school year and support a good cause. A portion of the proceeds from the evening will go toward funding our future water fountain/water filling station.

Thank you in advance, and we can’t wait to enjoy this special evening with our Charger family!

In honor of the church's 75th Jubilee, specially designed shirts are now available! The church has also created a unique design just for our school community.

We encourage all parents to purchase a shirt for their child and for themselves if they wish. These shirts are made of dry-fit material, making them perfect for PE days and everyday wear. If you would like to purchase a shirt, you can get one from the school office for $15.

Let's show our school and church spirit by wearing these special shirts as we celebrate this significant milestone together!

We are excited to announce our upcoming Popsicle Sale on Friday, September 13th and Friday, September 27th! After school from 12:00 PM to 12:15 PM, pop on over and chill with us while enjoying some refreshing treats.

All proceeds from the sale will help cover transportation costs for our 5th and 6th graders to attend Science Camp. This is a wonderful opportunity to support our students and ensure they have access to this enriching experience. We appreciate your continued support and look forward to seeing you at the popsicle stand!

This is a friendly reminder that our first School Family Mass of the year will take place on Sunday, September 15, at 9:30 AM. We invite all families to join us as we come together in faith to celebrate and kick off the school year with a spirit of unity and prayer.

We encourage all students to wear their school uniforms to show their Charger pride. Students in attendance will receive a free dress pass that may be used the following Wednesday, September 18. It’s a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together, so we hope to see you and your family there!

We invite you to join us on Sunday before or after our school family mass to enjoy some delicious food items such as tamales, pan dulce, and flan! All proceeds raised during this food sale will go towards supporting the field trips and student activities of our Kindergarten and 8th grade class. We look forward to seeing you there!

We are looking for parents to volunteer for yard supervision during recess and lunch. Your help in ensuring our students have a safe and fun environment during these times is greatly appreciated. To volunteer, you must be VIRTUS trained and fingerprinted, as required by our safety protocols. If you haven’t completed these steps yet, we can guide you through the process. If you are available to assist, please reach out to the school office, and we will provide more details on how you can get involved. Thank you for considering this opportunity to support our students and staff!

We are still looking for parent volunteers, especially for supervision during recess and lunch. Your involvement is crucial in ensuring a safe and supportive environment for our students.

Important Reminder: All volunteers must be fingerprinted and VIRTUS trained before they can begin. This is a requirement to ensure the safety and well-being of our school community.

How to Get Started:

- Fingerprinting: https://lacatholics.org/fingerprinting/

- VIRTUS Training: https://www.virtusonline.org/virtus/reg_list2.cfm?theme=0&theOrgID=19591

Please check the links for available sessions and sign up as soon as possible. Your time and effort make a big difference in our school community, and we greatly appreciate your commitment!

Thank you for your continued support!

We have made some updates to our Year-at-a-Glance calendar, which now includes our Sunday Family Masses. These special Masses are a wonderful way for us to come together as a school community in faith and fellowship. We encourage all families to join us as we celebrate together on these designated Sundays throughout the year. The revised calendar is now available on our website or attached below. Please take a moment to review it and note the new dates.

Our school is once again partnering with Choicelunch to provide a convenient and healthy lunch option for your children this year. With Choicelunch, you can take back your mornings and leave the hassle of packing lunch behind!

Here are some of the benefits:

• Convenience: Customize and order your child’s meals anytime, anywhere using the Choicelunch app or online portal.
• Variety: Choose from up to 20 daily entrée options, along with a wide range of sides, snacks, drinks, fruits, and veggies.
• Allergen Filters: Tailor meal options based on your child’s dietary needs.
• Flexible Ordering: Order in advance, same-day, or even use on-campus emergency lunch options!

Signing up is easy! Visit order.choicelunch.com or scan the QR code below to get started.

This is a friendly reminder that there are plenty of opportunities to earn your required service hours! One of the best ways to get involved is by volunteering at PTO events throughout the year. Your time and support are invaluable in helping us create memorable experiences for our students.

To sign up for available volunteer opportunities, please click the link below. We appreciate your commitment to our school community and look forward to working together at these upcoming events!