4/14-4/18 Fifth Grade Newsletter

Hope everything is well! Here’s a look at what’s coming up for the week of April 7-April 11. 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: Fifth Grade Blog.

Deadlines:
May 2: Fraction Review Packet (will be given out on Tuesday)
May 27: 3rd Trimester Mass Reflection (10 reflections required). 

Focus of the Week:
Math: Division of Fractions
Religion: Finding God Session 19
Science: Water Sources

Palm Sunday/ Family Mass at 11am
April 13, is Palm Sunday, and we invite all families to join us for our 11:00 AM Family Mass. This special Mass will mark the beginning of Holy Week and is a wonderful opportunity for our students who attend in their Formal Mass Uniforms can check in with a parent volunteer at the music room and will receive a Free Dress Pass.

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.

PE Class on Monday
Mrs. Rubalcava has moved PE class for 5th grade to Monday instead of Wednesday for this week only. Please remind your child to wear their PE uniform on Monday.

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.

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. 

The Festival is also in need of the following donations to keep costs down, each class has been assigned the following items:

Grade 5   (2) Round Corn Tortilla Chips 64oz and (1) 6lb. Nacho Cheese 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

Upcoming Events:
For more details, please refer to the [school calendar here].
 
April 17- 25– Easter Break
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. Alejandre