Dear SRLA Families,

This is an update to our current schedule for this week.

The steps sent out earlier have not changed but we are extending the half-day schedule for the entire week.

That means a 12:10 pm dismissal for our K-8th grade population and 11:25 am for our Pre-School students.

We have all seen the news reports and heard about the local schools going remote for weeks but I do not want that for SRLA. Listed below are several steps that we will put in place to keep us all safe and in-seat.

There will be no aftercare all week.

No lunch service all week as well.

If you have ordered lunch, your orders will be canceled and you will be refunded. 

· This schedule will reduce the time our students are exposed to each other and eliminate the lunch/recess period.

· Masks will remain on and desk barriers will remain in place.

· Only an Executive Order can change our commitment to remaining open and in-seat.

· Remember, as we have learned in the past, SRLA can pivot quickly and successfully should the need arise.

Please remember to complete your Covid questionnaire (click link here for your convenience).

Parents, remember that should your student not feel well, running a temperature or just tired, please keep them at home. Our wonderful teachers will make sure that they are brought up to speed upon their return to the classroom.

We are all in this together. Let’s stay healthy and if you have any doubts, get tested just to be sure.

Sincerely,

Principal Underwood

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Dear SRLA Families,

I hope this letter finds you well rested and full of good food and great time spent with your family.

We have all seen the news reports and heard about the local schools going remote for weeks but I do not want that for SRLA. Listed below are several steps that we will put in place to keep us all safe and in-seat.

· Monday and Tuesday, January 3rd and 4th will be run on our half-day schedule. That means a 12:10 pm dismissal for our K-8th grade population and 11:25 am for our Pre-School students.

There will be no aftercare on Monday and Tuesday. 

If you have ordered lunch, your orders for Monday and Tuesday will be canceled and you will be refunded. 

· This schedule will reduce the time our students are exposed to each other and eliminate the lunch/recess period.

· Masks will remain on and desk barriers will remain in place.

· Only an Executive Order can change our commitment to remaining open and in-seat.

· Remember, as we have learned in the past, SRLA can pivot quickly and successfully should the need arise.

Please remember to complete your Covid questionnaire (click link here for your convenience). Also, below you will find he half-day schedules so that you may carry back to school only those books/binders you will need for each day as to lighten your backpack load on Monday.

Parents, remember that should your student not feel well, running a temperature or just tired, please keep them at home. Our wonderful teachers will make sure that they are brought up to speed upon their return to the classroom.

We are all in this together. Let’s stay healthy and if you have any doubts, get tested just to be sure.

Sincerely,

Principal Underwood

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Dear SRLA Families,

“For Unto you is born… a Savior, which is Christ the Lord.” -Luke 2:11

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Principal Underwood

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A COVID Message from Father Harahan - Christmas 2021

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WxkUnhcGMbw

Dear Parents,

SRLA would like to have you join us in viewing our Christmas Concert that will be available for parents, grandparents and loved ones to view at 7pm tonight on our Youtube channel.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q03GLIb02YY&ab_channel=SRLMedia

Special thanks to Ms. Diana de la Vina Sierra.

In addition, a huge thank you to each and every student, teacher and member of the SRLA community and of course to our parents for supporting us in everything we do. This presentation is for you!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Principal Underwood
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To families with children under the age but including 4 year olds.

This is not a regularly scheduled Mass.

It is for families with our youngest parishioners.

If you've got your tree up and notice something missing, we know exactly what it could be -- A beautiful St. Rose Christmas ornament. The Eighth Grade is selling festive Christmas ornaments that will look lovely on your tree or as part of your holiday decor. The ornaments are 3" hand blown glass spheres and each ornament comes in an individual box, $15. The color is clear iridescent with a beautiful painting of the school. 

Please place your order via the Smart portal by Friday, 12/17. You'll also be supporting our graduating eighth graders with your purchase. Help us give them a very memorable and special final year at SRLA!

For those who have already ordered ornaments, your items will be sent home via backpacks this week. Keep an eye out! 

Any questions, please email Margie Naughton (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) or Melanie Farmer (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.). 

Coffee & Conversation 

with Principal Underwood 

The next Coffee & Conversation will be held TOMORROW, Friday, Dec. 10th in the school library at 8:15a.m. 

This event is open to the SRLA community and gives families a chance to discuss any SRLA-related topics in an informal, casual setting.

SRLA Christmas ornaments will be available for purchase at the meeting.

St. Rose of Lima Christmas Concert Goes Virtual for 2021

SRLA will host a pre-recorded presentation of our virtual Christmas Concert on Thursday, December 16, at 7:00 pm.

Ms. Diana de la Vina Sierra will lead our Kindergarten through Eighth grades in Holiday and Religious selections for everyone at home.

We hope that the spirit of Christmas surrounds you as you view the Christmas Concert from your home.

We will be taping on Tuesday, 12/14. We ask that your child dress in Festive Holiday Colors with lots of Red, Green, Silver, Gold and White!!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Principal Underwood

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Dear SRLA Families,

Please remember to bring your donated Christmas Gifts into school by Monday, December 6. They will be delivered to St. Rose of Lima, Newark, and St. Joseph's in Elizabeth for distribution next week.

To help make things easier for you, we are setting up a collection point in the parking lot tomorrow morning, and Monday morning during drop off. If you are experiencing any difficulties with your donation, please let us know as soon as possible. 

Thank you all for your incredible generosity!

Any questions please contact Betsy Guarnieri (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.), Andrea Mansfield (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.), Aveen Corr (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.) & Rosemary Mattson (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)