4/14-4/18 First Grade Newsletter

Dear First Grade Families,

Here’s a look at what’s coming up for the week of Apr. 14-18 Please make sure to read all the important information below to avoid any questions that may already be addressed. If you missed last week’s email, you can find updates on my school blog: First Grade Blog.

Important Dates

• Monday, April 14: P.E.

  • Wear PE Uniform

• Wednesday, April 16: Non-fiction Cereal Box Book Report

  • Instructions, rubric, and report paper sent home

  • You can also click on the project title to access the template

• Wednesday, April 16

  • No P.E.

  • Formal Mass Uniform

• Thursday, April 17 (Holy Thursday)

  • P.E. Uniform

  • Noon Dismissal

  • No Daycare

 First Grade Classroom Needs:

• Facial Tissues

• Clorox Wipes

• Black Ink HP 67

Reading Assessments (Mon-Wed)

This week, I will be conducting a few reading assessments with the students, including Oral Reading Fluency, Vocabulary, and Spelling. These assessments will help determine each child's current reading level and guide my instruction moving forward.

To help your child do their best, please ensure they come to school well-rested, having had a good night’s sleep and a nutritious breakfast. 

 

Wednesday -All School Mass

We will have an All-school Mass on Wednesday. All students must wear formal mass uniform. 

Progress Report

Progress reports will be going home on Wed., Apr. 16. Please take a moment to check Gradelink to see if your child has any missing homework. If you have any concerns or questions, feel free to reach out to me directly—I’m here to help.

As a reminder, the progress report is simply a snapshot of where your child is at right now. There is still plenty of time for grades to improve before final grades are issued at the end of the 3rd trimester.

 

Holy Thursday- All School Lenten retreat

This Thursday 4/17 is a noon dismissal. We will only have pretzels and water for our snack, and we will have a “sacrificial” walking recess to recognize the solemnity of Holy Thursday. Students may wear their PE uniform. 

Uniform Reminder

This is a friendly reminder about our school uniform expectations. All students—both boys and girls—must have their uniform shirts tucked in at all times while on campus. Boys are also required to wear a belt.

Starting this week, students who enter the classroom without their shirt tucked in will receive a uniform infraction. We understand that during recess and physical activity, it may be difficult to maintain this standard; however, when students are in the presence of staff, administration, or in any professional setting, they are expected to present themselves appropriately.

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• St. Anthony of Padua FESTIVAL, 05/16- 05/18
  Our school campus will be set up with Rides, Games, Food and Fun for the entire family. ALL SAP School families are required to serve 8 hours during the Fiesta. (8 hours per family on tuition contract) $200 fine for non-participation will be billed if your hours are not fulfilled. 

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   The Festival is also in need of the following donations to keep costs down, each class has been assigned the following items:
   Kinder     (2) Hefty supreme foam Hinged lid container 3 compartment and (1) napkins 
   Grade 1   (3) Cases Coke cans 24 count and (1) Case 35 bottle water
   Grade 2   (2) Heavy duty 3 compartment plates 10 ¼” and (1) 500 count napkins
   Grade 3   (2) Chocolate Abuelita 38oz and (1) 500 count napkins
   Grade 4   (1) Food Tray 2 lb. 250 count pack and (1) 4 oz ice cream cups
   Grade 5   (2) Round Corn Tortilla Chips 64oz and (1) 6lb. Nacho Cheese Can
   Grade 6   (4) Cases Sprite & Coke cans 24 count and (1) bag of napkins
   Grade 7   (2) Cases Pepsi cans 36 count and (1) Case 35 bottle water
   Grade 8   (2) Las Palmas 6 lb. can and (3) Hominy 6lb can
   
   Please bring your donations to the fiesta table outside of church on Sundays or drop off at the School Office. All donations must be in by May 10, 2025

First Grade Parent Survey

As we continue our journey through third grade, I welcome your feedback on how the year is going and how we can work together to make this a positive and enriching experience for your child. While it may seem early for an evaluation, I want to ensure every family has the opportunity to share thoughts, ask questions, or offer suggestions—especially if you didn’t have a chance to do so at Back to School Night.

This survey is anonymous, and I sincerely appreciate your input. Please keep feedback focused on the classroom experience. Click the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe6811TomDY38qTNx3rbBVpvSAcKm9MRGZ2D9Izu-i79cWk5g/viewform

Amazon Wishlist:
As we continue an exciting school year filled with learning and growth, I wanted to share an opportunity to enhance our classroom experience. I have created an Amazon Wishlist with items that will benefit our students’ educational journey and classroom. You may check out the link below: 
Amazon List

 Upcoming Events:
For more details, please refer to the [school calendar here].
  

• April 17- 25– Easter Break

• April 26 – School Resumes

• April 28 – School Resumes

• May 5 – Student Teacher Soccer Game (Cinco de Mayo!)

• May 5-9 – Teacher Appreciation Week

• May 9 – Mass with Mother Figures at 8am Mass 

• May 10 – Happy Mothers’ Day!

• May 12 – Fiesta Set up week begins, May Crowning (8th grade leads), Choir sings (12 noon dismissal, daycare till 3pm), Mary’s Day activities

• May 16-18 – Parish Fiesta, please sign up for shifts and send in class donations to school (see calendar for Noon dismissals and student free days due to Fiesta set up and clean up)

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out. Thank you & God Bless!

Warmly,
Ms. Catbagan