As we enter this third week of Advent, our focus turns to joy. Joy is the deep peace and gladness that comes from knowing we are loved by God and called to share that love with others. Our joy grows as we continue preparing our hearts for the coming of Jesus.

This Thursday, December 18^th, we will gather as a school community to celebrate the anticipation of our Lord's birth. Our students have been practicing for weeks and are looking forward to this all school event.

As we approach the Christmas break, a reminder that the school office will close at 2:30 pm tomorrow to allow our faculty and staff to gather for our Christmas luncheon together. On Friday, December 19^th, we will have early dismissal at noon, with no afternoon EDP.

May your homes be filled with the warmth of family and the joy of togetherness. On behalf of our entire faculty and staff, I wish you a blessed Christmas and a New Year filled with health and happiness. We look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and renewed on Monday, January 5^th.

This Week's Safety Updates:

• This Thursday, we will have Mr. Clark Hernandez and Niko Hernandez working the entrance line into the church for the Advent Program. Please remember no drinks or food in the church. We will also have an officer on patrol outside on 21^st Ave SW.

With gratitude and peace,
Mrs. Farewell
Principal