St. Thomas More Parish School

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1 Excellence in Education May 4, 2016 w w w. s t t h o m a s m o re a l h a m b r a. o rg St. Thomas More Parish School Weekly Newsletter Holy God, may the light of Jesus shine in our lives to show us the way to you. We ask this through your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, Amen. CONGRATULATIONS APRIL STUDENTS OF THE MONTH! Preschool: Diego Quintana Kindergarten: Ryan Salas 1st: Joseph Quinones 2nd: Leilani Hill 3rd: Izel Aguayo 4th: Alina Bolander 5th: Leann Kraft 6th: Gabriel Payan 7th: Elise Barillas 8th: Micaela Garcia KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS STUDENT OF THE MONTH FOR APRIL: Isaac Fajardo MRS. NELSON S BOOK FAIR: The annual Spring Book Fair will be held in the Parish Hall beginning on May 10th May 15th. The required summer reading books will be available at the book fair. If you still need service hours, please fill out the attached flyer and return it to the office or contact your book fair coordinator, Sue FIRST COMMUNION CHOIR: Is your child interested in singing for the First Communicants? Sr. Andrea is looking for students in grades 3rd 6th who are interested in signing at the First Communion Mass on Saturday, May 10:30 am. Students who participate will receive a special treat from Mrs. Rodriguez on Monday, May 23rd. Please contact Sr. Andrea if you would like to participate. SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY FOR JUNIOR HIGH STUDENTS: Catholic Middle School students are invited to submit a one-page word essay to compete for scholarships. Please see the flyer attached for guidelines and further information. Essays are due by September 30, The scholarships will be awarded at the Missionary Childhood Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, Los Angeles, on October 19, OPEN HOUSE: Join us for our second Open House of the year on Wednesday, May 18th from 5 7 pm. Come visit your child s classroom and invite families who you think may be interested in being part of our STM family. STM BAGS FOR SALE: If you are interested in purchasing an STM drawstring bag, please stop by the office. The cost is $20 and includes a stuffed animal and free dress pass. There are only 6 left! FINANCIAL ACCOUNTS: As the school year draws to a close, please take a moment to ensure that you are in good financial standing in regards to school fees, including daycare fees. Students will not be allowed to take final exams until accounts are up to date. 8th grade students may not participate in graduation activities if financial accounts are not up to date. VIRTUS TRAINING: We will be having one final VIRTUS training session on Wednesday, June 8 from 6-9 pm in the Parish Hall. Please remember that it is necessary to complete the VIRTUS training and be fingerprinted through the Archdiocese in order to volunteer at school functions or be a chaperone on field trips.

2 Page 2 St. Thomas More Newsletter CALENDAR Did you know? May 7th grade Bazaar 5/5 Student Council Speeches and Election; Speech and Debate Tournament Thank STM St. Rita students, Gene parents Autry and 5/6 1st & 3rd field trip to the Museum; Altar Server teachers Training supporting am; our 8th 7th grade grade 1:15 pm 5/9 Band 10:30 Shakey s Night Christmas Bazaar. We raised $678.91, 5/10-5/15 Mrs. Nelson s Book Fair which of art items for 5/11 8th grade field trip to the St. junior Francis high. Center God 5/13 8th grade retreat; Preschool Bless Shakey s You! Night 5/15 Happy Birthday Mrs. Perez! 5/17 8th grade field trip to St. Francis Center 5/18 8th grade field trip to St. Francis Center; Open House (5 7 pm) 5/19 8th grade field trip to St. Francis Center; 8th grade scholarship letters due; PTO/room parent 6 pm Monday Mass School Liturgy May 9, 2016 First Reading: Thomas S. 5th-8th grade students went on a field trip to see a modern day version of Romeo and Juliet at the Theatricum Botanicum! Two 8th graders, Alexis and Micaela were recognized for their service to the Church at the Serra Club Altar Servers Luncheon. Responsorial Psalm: Micaela G. General Intercessions: Hunter T., Evan V. & Zoe C. Presentation of the Gifts: Leticia W. & Richard C. Greeters: Chris B., Samuel M., Zachary F., & Lauren B. Altar Servers: Laura O., Phoenix H., & Isabella F. Choir: 5th grade Congratulations STM Raffle Winners! Grand Prize $2000: Pasquale Nigro 1st Prize $500: Richard Landeros 2nd Prize $300: Elmer Pacheco 3rd Prize $200: Salomon Sanchez If you need to have your fingerprints registered with the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, please refer to the following link for a complete schedule: LA Archdiocese Fingerprinting Schedule

3 Mrs. Nelson s Book Fair Spring 2016 Summer Reading Books Available Tuesday, May 10 th - Sunday, May 15 th Hours: Tuesday - Friday 2:30-4PM Sunday 8:00AM 2:00PM Make your teacher s wish come true! Each class teacher has created a wish list for their classroom library. Give the gift of reading.what better way to say thank you. Select one of their wishes, purchase the book, complete the bookplate and deliver your gift! Hundreds of custom selected titles for children, parents, and teachers. Newest paperbacks, hard covers, and titles from leading authors. If you need service hour and can help contact Sue Urbina at (626) or sueurbina@hotmail.com ********** Complete and Return ********** Book Fair SPRING 2016 Name Contact Number Child s Name/Grade Tuesday, May 10 th SET UP Tuesday, May 10 th Wednesday, May 11 th Thursday, May 12 th Friday, May 13 th Sunday, May 15 th Sunday, May 15 th Sunday, May 15 th [ ] 8AM-10AM [ ] 2:30 4:00PM [ ] 2:30 4:00PM [ ] 2:30 4:00PM [ ] 2:30 4:00PM [ ] 8-10AM [ ] 10AM-12PM [ ] 12-2PM

4 YEARBOOK ORDERS Name: Grade: Date: Amount Paid: If you have not ordered your yearbook, this will be your last chance to order the yearbook! The price for the yearbook will be $40.00 each. Please return your order form with cash or check payable to St. Thomas More School. Thank you! Our Yearbook is a FULL COLOR YEARBOOK!

5 What s for dinner? Home late from work! What to make? The kids have practice!! Join us at Shakey s May 9 th 6 9 pm 8 th grade is hosting Shakey s night to raise money towards their gift for the school. Invite all family and friends!! Everyone is welcome!! See you there!! Unable to stay order take out!!! Any questions or concerns call Christina

6 Come join Pack 206 for food, fun, and to find out about all the great things scouting has to offer! Friday, May 13 at 6:30 p.m. STM Lunch Benches and Field. Bring comfy clothes and be part of the fun!

7 2016 MSGR. ANTHONY BROUWERS MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS 6 th grade $ th grade $ th grade $ 500 Catholic Middle School students are invited to submit a one-page word essay to compete for scholarships. The scholarships will be awarded at the Missionary Childhood Mass at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, Los Angeles, on October 19, Please choose one of the following essay topics: What aspects of the life and contribution of Msgr. Anthony Brouwers make him a modern-day saint? For research, consider reading an e-book on his life, For We Are God s Helpers, available on Amazon.com. Or, if you Google Msgr. Anthony Brouwers, you will find several articles written about him. Who in your life would make a good overseas missionary? Why? What would this person like and dislike about overseas mission life? How can we be missionaries too in our own school or home? Deadline for entry: September 30, 2016 Lay Mission-Helpers Association 3435 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1940, Los Angeles, CA / info@laymissionhelpers.org / Fax

8 St. Thomas More School Pre-school through Eighth Grade OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, May 18, pm Visit the classrooms, meet the teachers, students, parents, and administrators Information packets available for enrollment and tuition assistance St. Thomas More School 2510 South Fremont Avenue Alhambra, CA For more information Visit: http// stthomasmore@earthlink.net or call