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N ewsletter
May 22, 2020
St. James the Apostle Catholic School is a Christ-centered community where children can grow in faith, values of service and academic excellence.
SJS NJHS Membership in the National Junior Honor Society is one of the highest honors that can be awarded to a junior high student. Students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade earned Honor Roll for the first (3) Quarters and Conduct grade of S or Higher, and demonstrate the qualities of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, Character, and Citizenship.
Current NJHS Members: Daniel Cerna, Natalie De Leon, Daniel De Tovar, Jonathan Espinoza, Gianna Felan, Matthew Martinez, Joshua Medel, Angelina Mermella, Bella Orsborn, Christian Otero, Daveon Taylor
New Inductees: 8th Grade: Vittoria Morales, Elijah Villarreal 7th Grade: Madison Deleon, Julian De Luna, Kristen Garcia , Julianna Gonzalez, Edgar Rodriguez , Zenen Romero, Sophia Ybarra 6th Grade: John-David Carmona, Jocelyn Garcia , Kathan Hansen, Mikaela Martinez, Lydia Vela \
Upcoming Events May 25
th – 29th
The Ascension & Pentecost
Mon., May 25th
Memorial Day – No School
Tues., May 26th
- Accepting God’s
Call: Send in thank you
messages/pictures for Fr. Joseph
5 pm – 7 pm: Last names A - H
Wed., May 27th
- The Ascension:
Blow Bubbles up to Jesus
5 pm – 7 pm: Last names I - P
Thurs., May 28th
– The Ascension:
Sidewalk Chalk – Write a message
for Jesus to see from Heaven.
5 pm – 7 pm: Last names Q - Z
Fri., May 29th
– Pentecost:
Come, Holy Spirit, Come!
Drive-Thru Pick-up Report
Card/Award Parade
4 pm – 6pm for ALL
Answering God’s Call Fr. Joseph will be completing his stay with St. James.
At the beginning of July, he is being reassigned to
Houston. Families will be encouraged to send in thank
you notes and photos next week.
We welcome Father Sonny Aryanto, CICM, as
administrator of St. James the Apostle Church in San
Antonio.
Parent Appreciation Week
Monday
Creation Craft Day
Tuesday
Flower Power Day
Wednesday
Rise & Shine Breakfast Day
Thursday
Snack Attack Day
Friday
Movie & Popcorn Day
SJS Distance Learning Platform
Pick-up/Drop-Off for 1st – 7
th
Return books, pick-up personal items Tues., May 26 @ 5 pm – 7 pm: Last names A - H
Wed., May 27 @ 5 pm – 7 pm: Last names I - P
Thurs., May 28 @ 5 pm – 7 pm: Last names Q - Z
Your child’s teacher will be sending you a detailed email of what items
need to be returned (textbooks, library books, etc.) and what items need to
be picked up by the students.
Parents will park in the courtyard. Anyone exiting the car must wear a
mask. Only one person at a time should enter the classroom if necessary.
Last Day of School
Fri., May 29th
@ 4 pm – 6pm for ALL
Drive-Thru Pick-up Report Card/Award Parade Chromebooks will be returned during this time.
May – The Month of Our Blessed Mother
Theme Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
May 24th
Feast of Mary Help of Christians
25 No School Memorial Day
26 6
th/7
th – Math,
Science Final Exams Pick-up/Drop-off A-H @ 5 pm -7 pm
27 Celebrate June birthdays 6
th/7
th – ELAR, SS
Final Exams Pick-up/Drop-off I – P @ 5 pm – 7 pm
28 6
th/7
th – Religion
Final Exam Pick-up/Drop-off Q – Z @ 5 pm – 7 pm
29 Last Day of School Drive-Thru Report Card/Award Parade 4 pm – 6pm
2020-2021: Hopes & Dreams, Prospects & Possibilities
Our community is envisioning what next year may look like. In conjunction with the Archdiocese, we
are planning a school year that will enable our families to allow their children to physically attend school in the
fall. We plan to have a traditional calendar, beginning August 17, 2020. As the Archdiocese continues to guide
us, we are working at our level to create the best plan for any possibility. We are forming a taskforce of parents,
teachers, and administration looking at research, data, and surveys to ascertain the different needs that have
arisen as a result of COVID-19. This taskforce will work together to come up with a comprehensive plan to
meet needs that may arise next year, including, but not limited to, safety, distance learning, and financial needs.
If you are interested in participating, please contact Dr. Grenardo at [email protected].
In conjunction with the Archdiocese, St. James will continue to train and plan to enhance the distance
learning experience for our students. We are currently looking at ways to allow more flexibility in learning,
avenues to have recorded lessons, and more face time with the teachers to allow assistance on assignments. We
are focused on how we can enhance the learning experience for our students, as well as, taking an active role in
daily learning, should the need arise. We are not daunted by the possibilities of distance learning for next year,
we are planning for an exceptional experience for all.
2019-2020 Service Hours
3, 2, 1 – Go!
Please record your own service hours
in RenWeb by May 22nd.
Thank you for completing all 20 service hours for our 2019-2020 school year by May 22nd.
You make a difference!
Spring Raffle
Winners will be drawn on May 28th
@ 10 am
Live Streamed on our SJS Facebook Page
School Advisory Council Now Accepting
Nominations for 2020-2021! Please submit completed nomination
form and photo. Applications can be found at
https://stjamesschoolsa.org/advisory-board.
Thank you, Mr. Molina! We thank, School Advisory Council Board Member – Mr. Eddie Molina,
for donating his time, expertise, and all materials to renovate our front
office. Thank you, Mr. Molina!
PTC News
We are accepting new members! Please contact us if you would like to join.
PTC is open to all St. James parents. If you would like to get involved with PTC, please email [email protected].
Hope for the Future Tuition
Assistance Program
Still accepting applications! Can change application entry!
https://www.archsa.org/hope/apply-now
Archbishop
Announces
Reopening of
Parishes
To view message, please
click here:
Archbishop Gustavo's
Announcement
On Monday, May 11, at 2 p.m., the 1942 SNJ
“Ole’ Yeller” soared over the San Antonio area
for a two-hour flight with Archbishop Gustavo
García-Siller, MSpS who blessed the people of
the community. With 30 scheduled locations
for a flyover at 1,000 feet, church bells rang at
many parishes, as Archbishop Gustavo prayed
for the archdiocese during this
pandemic. Before the flight, Archbishop
announced the re-opening date of parishes for
public Masses.
Weekend Public Masses May Resume
May 23-24, 2020 on the
Feast of the Ascension
Weekday Public Masses May Resume
May 19, 2020
To view all guidelines, please click here:
Archdiocesan directives and guidelines for
returning to Mass
Guidelines for Mass Attendees