STM Newsletter for May 25, 2016

View this email in your browser Newsletter for Wednesday, May 25, 2016 Dear Parents, As May draws to a close, we reflect on its association with Mary. During this special month, in which we celebrated Christ's Ascension into Heaven and the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost, we are reminded to always keep Mary in our hearts. As we carry on through the year, we should continue to develop a deep personal relationship with Mary – one of love, affection, devotion and trust, so that she always has an important place in our lives. Let's all try to take some practical steps such as praying the Rosary or maybe saying a special prayer like the Memorare throughout the year, not just during May, to deepen our devotion to Mary. The Blessed Virgin Mary is the Queen of Peace, so as we pray, we offer our prayers for peace in our city and throughout the world. STUDENT COUNCIL ELECTIONS Congratulations to all our candidates for running a very successful and effective campaign for the 2016-17 Student Council. All the candidates provided festive and informative campaign materials and each gave rousing campaign speeches to excite the 4th through 8th grade voters! Again this year, the ballots were collected and tabulated electronically. The results demonstrated that every candidate had the support of many voters and the races were fairly fought and fairly won! The following students will hold Student Council Officer positions for the 2016-17 school year:   President: Cristian Torres Vice President: Angelo Custodio Secretaries: Caylie Cristobal and Ciarra Cruz Treasurers: Aysiah Manrique and Lorenzo Mutuc Commissioners of Athletics: Matthew Lim and Alex Salise Commissioners of Religious Affairs and Social Justice Outreach: Daniel Solorzano and Zach White Commissioners of School Spirit and Publicity: Caitlin Conroy and Salma van Mechelen Traffic Commissioners: Kevin Carranceja, Joey Lama, and Antonio Roca Lunch Commissioners: Adriel Garcia and Jackie Schneider Ecology Commissioner: Kiely Madrid and Ethan Ramos Newspaper Editors: Igor Bessa and Alyssa Taylor Yearbook Editor: Jordan Mak Supply Lists Kinder-8th Grade 3rd-8th Grade Summer Reading 1. Books 2. Summer Activities Sandwiches-for-the-needy: Just a reminder that our final collection of sandwiches-for-the-needy is this coming Friday, May 27th. We ask that ALL grades pull together to provide sandwiches that day. Thank you once again to all who have supported these collections throughout the year. Hoop-a-Thon Pledges Due: The pledge forms were sent home ten days ago, but many of the pledged donations are still unpaid. This is the Athletic Board's primary fundraiser for the year and we count on your generosity. If you have any question about how much you pledged, please contact Mr. K. at jkav@stmsf.org. Calendar Items Thursday, May 26 – Altar Server, Choir, and Eucharistic Minister Picnic Friday, May 27 - Sports Awards, 1pm, Gym & Coaches Appreciation Dinner, 7pm Wednesday, June 1 - 8th grade serve lunch at Glide Memorial Thursday, June 2 - 8th grade graduation trip to Great America Friday, June 3 - 8th grade graduation Mass, 11am, STM Church                          - 8th grade graduation ceremony, 5pm, STM Church Monday-Wednesday, June 6-8 – Minimum days, 12:15/12:30 dismissal Thursday, June 9 - Academic Awards Ceremony, STM Gym 9:00am                                   - Last day of school K-8, 10am                                   - NO AFTERNOON EXTENDED CARE Friday, June 24 - Last day of school for Preschool And finally, thank you to the 8th graders and their teacher, Mrs. Girlich, for providing a fun-filled 'Conge' afternoon last Friday to round out Spirit Week. A great time was had by all. Monday's Talent Show was a very exciting event with one incredible act after another. Thank you to all who were willing to share their talents with their fellow students. Watch out for other exciting events to come as the school year draws to a close. Don't forget, Monday, May 30th is a holiday in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy the long weekend! Sincerely, Marie Fitzpatrick Principal          Copyright © 2016 St. Thomas More School, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email from the office of St. Thomas More School. Thank you for helping us go green. Our mailing address is: 50 Thomas More Way San Francisco, CA 94132 www.stmsf.org unsubscribe from this list    update subscription preferences

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View this email in your browser LAST DAY OF SCHOOL Thursday, June 9th Thursday, June 9 – Last day of school, 10am – NO AFTERNOON EXTENDED CARE Copyright © 2016 St. Thomas More School, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email from the office of St. Thomas More School.   Thank you for helping us go green. Our mailing address is: 50 Thomas More Way San Francisco, CA 94132 www.stmsf.org unsubscribe from this list    update subscription preferences

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STM Newsletter for May 18, 2016

View this email in your browser Newsletter for Wednesday, May 18, 2016 Dear Parents, This past weekend, the church celebrated the Feast of Pentecost, the birthday of the Church and the gift of the Holy Spirit – the sending of the Holy Spirit by our Jesus. Having been with his disciples for forty days after the resurrection, the Lord Jesus Christ ascended into heaven and now sits at the right hand of God the Father. Pentecost closes the Easter Season. It celebrates the overwhelming experience of God giving the Holy Spirit to the first community of believers in the church. The color of the vestments and decorations for Pentecost is red, which symbolizes the intense love and fire of the Holy Spirit. From now until the beginning of the Advent Season we will celebrate the church season known as Ordinary Time. We now see the return of the green vestments that are a symbol of life and growth in the church. The Mother-Son Dinner Dance was a wonderful success! Thank you to Hydee Mutuc (mom of Lorenzo, 7 and Dominic, K) and all her helpers for all their hard work in making this a fun and memorable event for all mothers and their sons.   SPIRIT WEEK 2016 FREE hot dog lunch for all students, K-8 on Friday, May 20th (Regular hot lunch will not be available) Supply Lists Kinder-8th Grade   3rd-8th Grade Summer Reading 1. Books 2. Summer Activities Early Pickup: The last few weeks at school are very busy and we ask that you make appointments outside of school hours when possible. It is also disruptive to the the rest of the class when a student needs to leave early or when parents drop in without giving prior notice to the teacher. Remember students picked up before dismissal will be marked half day absent on our legal attendance records. Calendar Items Monday, May 23 - Talent Show, 10:30am Carroll Hall                             - Minimum Day 12:15/12:30 dismissal Tuesday, May 24 - Student Council Speeches and Elections Thursday, May 26 – Altar Server, Choir, and Eucharistic Minister Picnic Friday, May 27 - Sports Awards, 1pm, Gym & Coaches Appreciation Dinner, 7pm Wednesday, June 1 - 8th grade serve lunch at Glide Memorial Thursday, June 2 - 8th grade graduation trip to Great America Friday, June 3 - 8th grade graduation Mass, 11am, STM Church                          - 8th grade graduation ceremony, 5pm, STM Church Monday & Tuesday, June 6-8 – Minimum days, 12:15/12:30 dismissal Wednesday, June 9 – Last day of school, 10am – NO EXTENDED CARE Yearbook: Today those who have pre-ordered a yearbook are receiving it in their Envelope. There are still a few copies available but a sellout is assured! Remember, memory books are now $25 and can be purchased from the office until our supply runs out. Tuition and Fees: Do you have any unpaid tuition or fees (including the scrip requirement and extended care) for this school year? Please make sure you settle up before the 10:00am dismissal on June 9, in order that your child/children may receive their report cards in a timely manner. Report cards for students absent on the last day will be filed in their cumulative folders and may be picked up during the summer or next school year.                           And finally, we invite everyone to join us tomorrow at 1:30pm in Carroll Hall for a Musical Tribute. Ms. McKenna, our music teacher, had been preparing all classes to perform a variety of songs in this showcase. We hope to see you there! Sincerely, Marie Fitzpatrick Principal          Copyright © 2014 St. Thomas More School, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email from the office of St. Thomas More School.   Thank you for helping us go green. Our mailing address is: 50 Thomas More Way San Francisco, CA 94132 www.stmsf.org unsubscribe from this list    update subscription preferences

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