May 15, 2013

Acts 1 verse 8:  But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, throughout Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.

Dear Saint Robert Community,

What a fun assembly on Friday!  Fun Run awards were announced and the children were so excited!  Our top lap runners were, K-Hayden Faulhaber, 1-Jaden Ashley, 2-Evan Daly, 3-Nick Cilia, 4-Michelle Benevente, 5-(tie) Colin Clifford & Jacqueline Klingler, 6-Jason Venturi, 7-Taylor Coric, 8-Brian Grealish.  Each of our top lap runners won a $25 gift card to the movies.   Our top prizes awarded for the most money earned, went to Joaquin Caoili the Y-Fliker Scooter, Diego Caoili the iTouch, Brian Grealish the iPad Mini.
There was a tie for the top earning class winning the Snow Cone Party–Krazy Kindergarten and Fantastic First Grade.  The runner-up class and winners of the Ice Cream Sandwich Party was Terrific Third.   Approximately 180 students were awarded free dress passes for over $50 in pledges.    Thanks again for making this fundraiser such a huge success!!!!!    Congratulations everyone!

I also have a “bitter-sweet” announcement to make.  Mr. Dan Nolan, our 8th grade teacher has accepted a high school teaching job at Serra.  I am very happy for him, since this was a goal of his and he will be amazing, but of course, I’m sad to see him leave.  He assures me he will always be part of our St. Robert family.  Please join me in wishing Dan all the best on this new journey.  I am so happy to tell you that Mr. Michael Herrera, who I announced on May 1st is joining our Junior High, has enthusiastically agreed to replace Dan as the new 8th grade teacher and the Junior High advanced math instructor.   We are blessed!

That leaves 7th grade……I am thrilled to tell you that Mrs. Melissa McNichol has accepted the postion of 7th grade and Junior High English teacher.  Mrs. McNichol comes to us with a varied background including 12 years in business, a BA in English , and although she already has an emergency credential, she is finishing her English-single subject credential with us this year.  She has been substitute teaching the past few years at SR,  or other area schools. She is thrilled to be teaching in the Junior High arena.  Please welcome her to our school family!

More good news!   The Saint Robert Advisory School Board would like to announce the addition of two new members!  Mr. Stephan Marshall and Mrs. Lisa Bibat have applied to and accepted positions on the board. WELCOME!  We are looking forward to another great year!   Thanks again to our outgoing members, Mr. John Grealish and Mr. Michael Herrera.  We are very grateful and have been blessed by your service!

God Bless You and Your Families,
Mrs. Wright

Attachments:

Bear Walk for St. Robert School
Black & White Class Picture Order Form
Women’s Guild May Meeting
Children’s Choir at Stanford Flyer

     SR NEWS

Spanish Concentrations–  For the month of May –Kinder and 1st, (Seasons)—2nd, 3rd and 4th, (Animals and Nature)–5th and 6th, (Camping)—7th and 8th,( Family, Autobiography, and Review).

Woman’s Guild–Saint Robert’s Women’s Guild Request the Pleasure of your Company to Celebrate the “2013 Installation Dinner”.  We will honor those women who have served on our 2012/2013 Women’s Guild Board, as well as welcome those who will be serving on the board for the upcoming year.  Monday, May 20^h at 6:30 p.m., Hennessy Hall, Dinner $12.00 Open Bar. Please RSVP by Saturday, since we are having dinner catered by Pasta Pomodoro!  

End of Year Uniform Giveaway—June 5th. In the lower lot, tables will be set up to display uniforms that have no home.   During the year, many sweatshirts and a few fleeces find their way to the lost and found.  Please drop by and see if any could fit your student.  It is a great way to get started on next year!  (And/or if you have uniforms that you no longer use, that are in ok condition, please drop them off at the office before June 5th.)

Simply Uniforms–August 17th is the date set for Simply Uniforms to be at St. Robert.  If you need new uniforms, please come between 8:30am and 12:30 pm.  For Junior High….if you would like to order the navy polo (style 8760) with SR embroidery you may order any time, but if you would like to pick them up at the on-site sale on August 17th, you will need to order no later than July 13th.  To see a picture of the polo, please go to our website and scroll down under uniforms.

Garden Club!– A huge thank you to all who volunteered Saturday morning in the Bucket Brigade!  You were amazing!  In less than an hour and a half, we were done because of your hard work.  Our club members and all school students are watching with anticipation as this project becomes real!  THANK YOU!  Garden Club will be again tomorrow from 3:10-4:10.

Baseball & Volleyball-sign up sheets were sent home two weeks ago. If your child hasn’t yet given it to you to fill out please ask them for it.  These forms are due back to school by Thursday May 16th.

Altar Servers–Please be sure to turn in your permission slips if you are eligible to go on the Altar Server picnic.  The due date for the slips is this Friday!  Thanks!

BEAR WALK!– Cut off date:  May 31st!  Before we know it June will be here and Bear Walk construction will begin.   E-mails were sent to alumni to give them a chance to purchase a brick.  Flyers were also given out at a few masses. We want you to have a chance at purchasing a brick!   Jump on board and have a long lasting family legacy on the Saint Robert School campus.  Print off, complete the order form and send it with your check, into the school office.

Summer Activities– There are pamphlets from various summer camps and activities available in the school office.  Feel free to come in and browse thru the pile.

Black and White Class Pictures- All classes have been photographed and the pictures will be available soon.  Please see the attached flyer for additional information. The due date on these forms was today, but it’s still ok to turn in tomorrow if you forgot!

Centerplate–Centerplate has returned to the SF Giants! (not 49ers!) As in the past, working a Giants game will help offset the cost of Outdoor Ed, or you may choose to use games as qualified service hours.  If you choose to work to offset the cost of Outdoor Ed, parents must work a game each year, per child, for 4th, 5th and 6th grade. Please go to the SR web page and click on the parent resources tab to locate the Centerplate information. Team leaders are needed, please contact Tonya Katches at ttstinytots@yahoo.com   It is easy to sign up!  You are always needed and appreciated!  Thank you!

Athletic Board-The St. Robert’s Parish Athletic Program (SRPAP) is looking for two parish and/or school adults that are willing to volunteer their time to assist in the continued development of the parish athletic program. SRPAP Philosophy:  The philosophy of the SRPAP is to encourage the healthy growth and development of the student/athlete through a program of sports, competitions, and teamwork while representing the Christian values of respect, love, compassion, and support for each other. It is about fostering the physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual strengths through positive coaching and sportsmanship for children and their parents in games, practices, and the life lessons that sports teach.