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Preschool Weekly Update – Week of 5/19

“Change is in the air.”

Hello,

As we approach the final weeks of school, our preschoolers are getting excited for summer break. Please help us by gently reminding your child that it’s still important to follow classroom routines and play structure rules as we finish out the school year.

We’re continuing our water exploration, and this week’s focus is on soapy water and the important role water plays in our everyday lives.

On Friday, May 23rd we will have a school wide, emergency evacuation/dismissal drill. Please let us know if your child will be participating in this drill.

Please mark your calendar for Thursday, June 5th @ 11:00am. This will be our End of Year Celebration in the school garden. You will receive an invitation via email soon.

Summer Tip:
Help your preschooler continue to grow over the summer by building on the progress they’ve made this year. Here are a few helpful suggestions:

  • Encourage independence by allowing extra time for your child to collect, carry, and clean up their belongings.
  • Maintain a consistent routine by scheduling regular times for snacks, lunch, and dinner—even while traveling.
  • Support social development by fostering positive peer interactions and setting clear expectations for respectful communication.
  • Limit screen time and prioritize outdoor play to keep your child active and engaged.

Have a restful weekend!

Peace, Ms. Grace and Miss Rosie

Reminders

School hours 8:00am – 2:30pm Extended care until 6:00pm

Potty Training Policy

Health, Safety and Well Being

Sick Child Guidelines

Extreme Heat Precaution

Calendar

  • May 20 – Free Dress for May B-days
  • May 21 – Spring Concert, 7:00 p.m. Preschool does not participate in this event
  • May 23 – St. Philip Neri Feast Day Mass (All School), 8:30-9:15 a.m.
  • May 23 – Schoolwide Emergency Dismissal Drill, 10:45 a.m.-Noon
  • May 23 – Noon Dismissal
  • May 26 – NO SCHOOL: Memorial Day, No Share and Care
  • May 27 – 8th Grade Ribbon Ceremony, 1:00-1:30 p.m.
  • May 28 – 8th Grade Dinner Dance 6:00 pm
  • May 30 – Baccalaureate Mass, 10:00 a.m., Graduation, 5:00 p.m.
  • June 3 – Free Dress for June & July B-days
  • June 5 – Preschool “End of Year Celebration” 11:00am @ the school garden. The children will be signed out at the garden
  • June 5 -Noon Dismissal / No Share & Care after school
  • June 6 –Last Day of School / 10:30 a.m. Dismissal – Report Card Day

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What Our Families are Saying

"The supportive teachers at SPN played a big role in preparing me for high school and helping me understand what to expect. They encouraged me to ask questions and seek help when needed, which made me more confident in my learning. Thanks to them, I entered freshman year already familiar with many concepts and effective study habits that have helped me stay on top of my work. SPN also taught me valuable life skills that I still use today, helping me succeed academically, build strong friendships, and maintain my overall well-being."
— Tibby Horvath, SPN Class of 2022
"We are very satisfied with the SPN community, something that is important to our family. My children feel safe and comfortable with SPN. Our family feels connected with the SPN community from parents and families to the staff and faculty. My children and we as parents have made healthy and positive relationships with other families from school. We share time outside of school with other families which brings a level of connectedness I don't know if we would have elsewhere"
— SPN Parent
"My children are experiencing community in other ways than just friends and playdates. Faith Families is an example of community, interacting with students from all grade levels, and learning and creating for others outside of SPN. Field trips to Kids Against Hunger or the Alameda Food Bank where they work and see firsthand how their efforts help others less fortunate, for those who are in need of support. Community is not just our SPN ‘bubble,’ and that is what SPN demonstrates and provides– opportunity to explore a bigger community."
— SPN Parent since 2016

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