PRINCIPAL’S WEEKLY LETTER: March 18, 2020 FROM: Mrs. Ruiz

2019-2020 School Theme:

Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go (Joshua 1:9).

Dear Families,

Overall, I am so impressed with our teachers, students, and families for the accomplishment of transitioning to distance learning. Yesterday, I even “caught” middle school students spontaneously praying together before lunch in their google classroom chat! On the other end of the spectrum in early learning, it was shared that a student watched a video message from his teacher and reported: “This is exactly like being at school”! Thank you to the families that are reaching out to let us know what is working well! If there is any area in which you feel more support would be beneficial, please do not hesitate to reach out to your students' teachers, including specialists, Mrs. Jeanne Flohr, Mrs. Lizzy LaBelle, Ms. Laura Rodriguez, and Mrs. Abby Hoffman. We are all in this together and are here to assist you!

In addition, all of the new learning opportunities that teachers have already been working on with your children, the school has purchased RAZ Kids and IXL to support continued student growth during this time. RAZ Kids is a great resource to support and challenge students’ reading with a huge amount of leveled books to increase vocabulary, comprehension, and overall reading ability. IXL is a program that offers unlimited Math and English Language Arts practice across thousands of skills—all of which are aligned to the Common Core. Look for more information from your child/ren’s classroom teachers soon!

Looking ahead to the 2020-2021 school year, a restructuring of the middle school staff and schedule is underway. Most notably, Dr. Louie will be embarking on new adventures in the fall. Although she will miss you and your wonderful children, she looks forward to what her new journey has in store and we wish her well!

Luckily, Sr. Dr. Maria Nassali, a highly qualified and experienced Math and Religion teacher with her Bachelor of Science in mathematics, as well as, advanced degrees in education all from Seattle University is thrilled for the opportunity to be our Middle School Math Specialist as well as aid in our students’ faith development! We look forward to the opportunity to officially welcome Sr. Maria into our community!

More information regarding our middle school science staffing will be forthcoming.

Continue to stay healthy and let us know how we can help through these uncertain times.

Yours in Christ,

Mrs. Ruiz Principal

2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR REGISTRATION PACKET

Your 2020-2021 School Year Registration Packet was sent home in your Wednesday’s Envelope.

Registration Due Date is Extended to May 1, 2020.

If you have questions about tuition assistance or need more information, please contact Mrs. Ruiz at eruiz@stbernadetesea.org

SECOND TRIMESTER REPORT CARDS

Report cards will be sent home by homeroom teachers tomorrow, Thursday, March 19th as scheduled via email and grades will continue to be kept current in PowerSchool during this time.

ALTAR SERVERS NEEDED

Students in 3rd grade and older interested in becoming Altar Servers,

Application for Alter Server forms are available in the school office.

Currently St. Bernadette Parish is in desperate need of Altar Servers on Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Masses

when they resume.

CURRICULUM

● 2019-2020 YEARBOOK ORDER FORMS – 2019-2020 Yearbook Order Form

went home in your Wednesday’s Envelope. The due date is extended. Yearbooks are $22.00 and you can drop your order form and payment at the School Office Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or order on line through LifeTouch at www.ybpay.lifetouch.com. The St. Bernadette Yearbook ID Code is: 12010120.

● RICE BOWL –Ash Wednesday, February 26, began the Lenten Season. Information from the Archdiocese of Seattle regarding the “Rice Bowl” together with the CRS Rice Bowl Calendar and a Family Guide to Lent 2020 was sent home last week in your Wednesday envelope. Please think about how your family can make a sacrifice, so your participation in Operation Rice Bowl during the Lenten Season will be meaningful and faith filled. Rice Bowls can be dropped off at the Parish Office Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 43:00 p.m. prior to Easter. The Parish Office is closed on Tuesdays and Fridays.

● LENTEN FOOD DRIVE – The St. Bernadette Parish School Lenten Food Drive ends April 9th. Food collected will benefit local families supported by

our St. Vincent de Paul Conference. Items can be dropped off at the Parish Office Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Parish Office is now closed on Tuesdays and Fridays until further notice.

ST. BERNADETTE SCIENCE FAIR VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY

Dr. Louie is looking for science fair judges for this year’s St. Bernadette Science Fair. If you are a community member and NOT a parent of a middle school student, you are eligible to be a judge. The commitment will require 2 hours of your time on Wednesday, May 13th, to review the middle school science fair posters and determine awards. Please contact Sarah Louie at slouie@stbernadettesea.org, if you are interested in helping. This commitment can be used towards Parents’ Club volunteer hours.

ANNOUNCING OUR 2020 SCHOOL MUSICAL ……. 101 DALMATIANS

Based on the classic animated file, Disney’s 101 Dalmatians KIDS is a fur-raising adventure featuring Cruella De Vil, Disney’s most outrageous villain, and 101 of the most adorable heroes to set their paws on stage. With a high-spirited score and lovable characters, this stage adaptation is certain to charm and delight all audiences.

Auditions will begin on Monday, March 23 in the Parish Hall at 3:15 PM for all

interested 2nd-8th graders. Auditions will be followed by our Mandatory Parent Meeting at 5:15 PM.

We need volunteers to fill the positions of Parent Producer and Costume Coordination.

Thank you, Shannon Wood, for volunteering to be our Set Designer this year! Thank you,

Tricia Gallares, for volunteering to be Onsite Liaison. More information regarding volunteer opportunities and schedules will be discussed at the Parent Meeting. We hope to see you there!

CYO PANTHERS’ NEWS

● 2020 ST. BERNADETTE APPAREL – Attached is the 2020 St. Bernadette Apparel Order Form. Orders will be processed on a monthly basis. Please return your completed order form and money to the school office by the first of each month.

● ATTENTION PARENTS – ALL CYO VOLLEYBALL PRACTICES & GAMES HAVE BEEN CANCELLED UNTIL FUTHER NOTICE DUE TO HEALTH CONCERNS

FILIPINO DINNER Fundraising Event Benefiting Students of St. Bernadette School

The Filipino Dinner is rescheduled to May 16!

Saturday, May 16, 2020

St. Bernadette Parish Hall

6:00pm-8:00pm

$15 Per Person Children 3 years old and younger Free.

To-Go Options Available!

Please see the attached flyer!

PARENTS’ CLUB COMMITMENT HOURS

The St. Bernadette Parents’ Club Commitment Agreement 2020-2021 is part of the registration packet that went home in last week’s

Wednesday Envelope.

On the reverse side of the Parents’ Club Commitment Agreement is a list of:

Eligible Commitment Hour Activities

Eligible Fundraising and Commitment Hour Activities

And Guaranteed 25 Hours

Beginning February 1, 2020, there are no longer any activities for which “double-hours” are given.

SCRIP SALES

SCRIP can be purchased at the Parish Office Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Parish Office will be closed on Tuesdays and Fridays until further notice.

ATTACHED: - Filipino Dinner Flyer - Coronavirus Facts for Kids - 2020 St. Bernadette Apparel Order Form - Lenten Food Drive Flyer

4th Annual

And Raffle

$15 Per Person Children 3 years old and younger Free.

Includes Dinner, Drink and Dessert. To-Go Options Available!

Tickets available at School and Parish office.

Also sold after 8:30 and 10:30 Sunday masses.

Featuring Performance by

FYA Drill Team

Chicken Adobo Lumpia (Egg roll) Pancit (Rice noodles) Fruit Cocktail Salad

For volunteer or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Rowena (425) 802-0707.

Saturday, May 16, 2020 St. Bernadette Hall

6:00pm-8:00pm

Raffle Prizes include:

Movie Tickets, Wine basket, Seahawks

tickets, Fitness Classes, and More!

FILIPINO DINNER

Have no fear—we’ve got everything you need to know right hereUnderstanding the facts and keeping your body and mind strong are like superpowers in the fight against COVID-19. And when you share that info with friends and family, you’re doing your part to keep your community safe...just like a real-life superhero!

WHAT?

WHERE?

WHO?

Where did it come from? Coronaviruses may have been around for hundreds of years; no one knows for sure.

The coronavirus everyone is talking about right now is called “novel coronavirus.” No—it’s not a book you have to read for school. It’s called “novel,” as in, “new.” This particular coronavirus is being referred to as COVID-19 (because it emerged in the year 2019).

What is coronavirus?Coronaviruses are a group of viruses that can make us sick. The funny name, coronavirus, comes from the Latin word “corona,” or “crown.” This is because when scientists examine the virus under a microscope, the spikes on its surface look like a crown.

If a person is infected with a coronavirus, they may feel like they have a cold. However, it’s important to see a doctor to make sure it doesn’t turn into something extra-yucky, like pneumonia.

WHO can catch It? People at any age can catch coronaviruses.

Why are people so nervous? When we don’t understand something—just like a tough math problem—it’s normal to feel overwhelmed. There’s also a lot of talk in the news about COVID-19 and that causes people to feel extra worried. It’s important to remember that just because you hear something from a friend or see it on TV, that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s true. If you have questions, talk to a grown-up you trust to help you understand the facts.

WHY?

Be a good hand-washer. Sing the “happy birthday” song while using soap and hot water, and dry hands well with a disposable towel.

Stay away from people who are sick, and stay home if you aren’t feeling well.

HOW?

How can we protect ourselves and others? Do the same things you always do to prevent the spread of germs.

Why are they wearing masks? Sometimes masks can help prevent the spread of germs, and some people feel safer wearing them. But experts say that masks are not necessary at this time—unless you are sick. Masks help people who have cold/flu keep the germs to themselves, but don’t really protect you from getting sick if you’re well.

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Avoid touching your face with your hands. That means no nose-picking, eye-rubbing or wiggling on those loose teeth!

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Youth

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Panthers

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$28.00 (+$3 for 2XL/3XL)

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Ringer T-shirt

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$25.00 (+$3 for 2XL/3XL)

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HOODED SWEATSHIRTS - WITH Zipper

HOODED SWEATSHIRTS - NO Zipper

SWEATPANTS - "ST. BERNADETTE" ON LEG

TEE-SHIRTS - Short Sleeved

Please return order form to office by February 29th

20% of proceeds go to CYO Sports

2020 ST. BERNADETTE APPAREL ORDER FORM

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Please return to the school office by the first of each month.

ST. BERNADETTE PARISH SCHOOL LENTEN FOOD DRIVE

The St. Bernadette Parish School Lenten Food Drive starts this month! It will run from March 6th to April 19th. Food collected will benefit local families supported by our St. Vincent de Paul Conference. Thank you to St. Bernadette students and teachers for leading this effort!

Non-perishable items that are needed include:

Canned tuna, ham, chicken, turkey or beef

Peanut butter and jelly

Pudding and Jell-O boxes

Canned beans or chili

Boxed meals

Pasta and pasta sauces

Rice

Bowls of noodle soup

Canned soup

Fruit and vegetable-canned

Macaroni and cheese

Boxed instant potatoes

Thank you for your generous support!