Dear Parents,
Welcome to school year 2013-2014! I am happy to welcome more than 400 students back to school to be educated in the tradition and values of the Sisters of Mercy. I welcome in a special way all the new students and their families who are joining our school family.
This school year, we are implementing the following changes in our policies. Please be guided accordingly:
- To ensure the safety and security of your child while he/she is in school, we are going to lock the McAuley Hall gate (Admin building), West gate (by the Music Room) and East Gate (by the Science Lab) everyday, from 8:30 AM until 3:00 PM. This policy will take into effect starting Monday, August 12, 2013. Parents who need to come to the school during school hours are requested to use the South Gate which will remain unlocked throughout the day. Please take note that the South Gate is our main drop off and pick up point for all students.
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As part of our Going Green initiative to take care of the environment and to cut down on the use of disposables in our school, we are launching our BYOU campaign (Bring Your Own Utensils) this school year. While the cafeteria will provide non-disposable utensils to all students who purchase their snacks and/or lunch from the school, students who bring their own snacks and lunch are asked to bring their own utensils and napkins. We will continue our educational campaign by asking you to continue to support the iRecycle program in the school. A project of the Student Council, the school promotes aluminum recycling by collecting aluminum cans (either brought from home or collected in school). The school is able to generate extra money based on the quantity of aluminum cans we have collected. We are also training our students to throw their trash in designated trash bins. (see picture below.)
We understand that it will take some small effort and a change in habits but every little effort counts towards taking care of the earth. Thank you in advance for your support in our Going Green initiative.
Friday, August 16, is our back-to-school night. During this important gathering, you will have the opportunity to meet with all your child’s teachers, fellow parents, and receive more information about your child’s education. I hope to see you all on that night. The meeting will begin promptly at 6:00 PM in the Petrie Gym.
Once again, welcome back to school. I look forward to an exciting and wonderful year with your child.
Sincerely in Christ,
Sr. Jeanette Marie Pangelinan, RSM
Principal