Uniform Requirements

Uniforms.

There is a Uniform Sale on Friday July 24^th from noon to 5pm in the Multipurpose Room. Although these aren’t mandatory your child needs to have the appropriate clothes on the first day of school. We’d like to help you with that process. Based on my experience last year, I have come up with some notes. If you have any other questions please do not hesitate to email either one of us! If we don’t know the answer- we will get an answer for you!

Bancroft Uniform Company is the company St. Teresa’s uses. They have uniform events a few months prior to school starting and the month school begins in August. They are expensive but well made. Come prepared. They accept credit cards, checks and cash. Bancroft sets up in the Multipurpose Room and the 5^th Street door will be open for easy access. Bancroft has a website that you can order from- you must create an account first and then input the school name and password: teresaofavilacarsoncity. However, we advise, the first time around, to buy your uniforms at the events St. Teresa offers- you can ask other parents questions and also the Bancroft staff. You can buy everything you will need at the sale and if they run out or do not have the correct size they will order it and ship it to you for free. We suggest the below buying these essentials for starting off.

Girls (K-5):                                              

·      Jumpers                                                        

·      Skorts (We personally don’t suggest these because they do not fit properly and for the money you are putting out why pay more to have them altered. Unless you can sew yourself…. stick with the jumpers)

·      Logo collared shirts in any of the three colors (grey, forest green or white- long or short sleeve) These are a required everyday uniform.

·      Peter Pan white collared shirt (Mass clothes)

·      Logo forest green sweater (vest and long sleeve)

·      Hair bows and socks

·      Logo Fleece jacket

·      Logo Rain Jacket

·      Navy shorts*

·      Navy pants*

Boys (K-5):

·      Logo collared shirts in any of the three colors (grey, forest green, or white- long or short sleeve)

·      Tie & navy belt (Mass Clothes)

·      Collared white shirt (Mass Clothes)

·      Navy shorts*

·      Navy pants*

*We suggest buying the navy blue shorts and pants for both boys and girls from other sources. Must be uniform pants/shorts…. No cargo pockets allowed. No pencil leg or leggings for girls. They can be found significantly cheaper at Target, Walmart, LandsEnd and even on Zulily. Do your research.

PE Uniform Requirements (only allowed to be worn on PE days):

·      PE logo shorts

·      PE logo shirt

·      PE Sweat pants (these shrink- even in cold water and low heat- we suggest buying a size up)

·      PE Sweatshirt (same as above- these shrink, buy a size up)

Socks: socks for girls and boys must cover their ankle. White, forest green, and or navy are allowed. Bancroft does sells socks and knit tights.

Shoes: Shoes may not have a heel for girls, they cannot light up, and they cannot have wheels. Wear your basic tennis shoe that are comfortable and simple in color.

Mass Attire:

Girls must wear a jumper with Peter Pan collared shirt (short or long sleeve) and black or navy dress shoes or their skort with peter pan collared shirt. In some seasons the forest green sweater vest or sweater is required. I would send it in your child’s backpack every Mass so he/she has it incase.

Boys are required to wear a white collared shirt (short or long sleeve) with navy tie, navy pants, and dress shoes (loafers from payless worked for us). Again, in some seasons the forest green sweater vest or sweater is required. Again, I would send it in your child’s backpack every Mass so he/she has it incase.

Other notes on uniforms:

·      The light blue shirts are for Pre-School and Pre-K students. They must wear this shirt along with any shorts/pants and tennis shoes.

·      Kindergarten students do not require PE uniforms (so do NOT purchase for your kindergartener) but all the other grades do.

·      Khaki pants are only for 6^th grade and above. No pencil leg or legging pants allowed for the girls.

FAQ (School)

I was hoping you could tell me what time school begins and ends each day?

School starts at 8:25… The kids, unless you are paying for early care, can be dropped off anytime after 8:05am. Then they have prayers, pledges and announcements starting at 8:25. There is a drop off (which I do- because I don’t want to unbuckle my two little ones) or you can park on 5th street and walk your child in. 

On the first day of school (which we are planning on sending out another email in August) most parents come in and stay and pray with their kids and see them off. Some teachers even let you follow them in and take photos of your child and their desk. School gets out at 3:05 but K-3 grade are usually brought to the gate/door on fifth street by 3 and can wait for their parents until 3:20 at which point they will be taken to after school care. Parents must park (on 5th) and get out to receive their kids from the teachers.

FAQ (Uniforms)

I wanted your advice on how many of each item, you recommend, I order? 

I hate doing laundry- with 4 kids- who doesn’t. So I bought 5 logo polo shirts so my kids can wear a clean one every day and then one or two of the other things- like jumpers, pants, shorts…. that way there is a rotation and always a clean shirt on but they re-wear pants/jumper if it was clean enough. Then I can wash at the end of the week- all the uniforms together (they’re require a low tumble cycle to make them last). 

Also, how can I determine the size?  Should I bring my daughter on Friday to try uniforms on? 

I suggest bringing your daughter to the uniform sale- try stuff on- or just hold it up (what I did)….. but it’s all very accurate to actual sizes. So if your daughter is a 5T- the jumper is a 5… and a youth small shirt would be just that- a youth small. 

If I can't make it on Friday, will there be another uniform sale? 

Yes- there is another sale on Monday, August 17th from noon to 5pm. The company comes with BINS and BINS of the items you will need- you just show up- find your sizes, pay and leave. It’s quick and hectic but you can actually leave with stuff you know will fit. Everything from socks, hair ties, sweaters, shirts, pants, jumpers- you name it- what you need is there….

Is the sale really good or can I get the relatively same price on line? 

I should’ve reworded it- but that’s just what the school calls it- it is not a “sale"… its just when the distributor actually comes to the school. It’s a California company and so they only come every once and awhile. This and in August is your only chance to really try stuff on without buying and returning. The prices are the same you will find online. No discounts/ no sales. But at the end of the year- usually in May there will be an email that there is an actual sale from the company that you have to call to order… 

When is the deadline, if any, to order uniforms and have them by the start of school?

You must have the correct uniform on the day school starts- august 24th. Ms. Burger is very strict on this. There is no reason not to- as there are several opportunities to buy as well as online. I HIGHLY HIGHLY suggest coming Friday… if not Monday the 17th. I, unfortunately, will be out of town but Amanda will be there as well as staff and other parents to help.

Also, on the first day of school what is the proper uniform to wear?

Proper uniform to wear is always (OTHER THAN MASS)- the logo polo (any color sold by the uniform company- green, grey or white) and a jumper or skirt or navy pants/shorts. Over the ankle socks, and tennis shoes. I highly suggest the jumpers always for the girls- esp k-3 grade because they’re just easy and so darn cute. My daughter prefer them.

Important Dates (Aug-Sept 2015)

Hi New Parents,

I wanted to touch basis with you on some important dates and new information. Again, if you have any questions- please feel free to call or email either one of us. I’ve also attached the school calendar in PDF form.

August 17^th- Uniform Sale. Bancroft will be back from noon to 5pm. They will not be back till October. So if your child needs to try something on- Monday is the day. Or order online anytime: https://bancroft-uniforms.com school code:  teresaofavilacarsoncity

August 20^th- PreSchool, Pre-K, Kindergarten, and New Parents Meeting.  6pm in the multipurpose room. Adults only. Childcare will be provided if you need it. It is imperative that you can join us to learn some school information and ask questions directly to Ms. Burger, Miss Cindi (the pre-school director), Christina Lawson (the financial officer) and other staff.

August 24^th- First Day of School. You may use the drop off or feel free to park (on 5^th street) and stay during morning announcements and prayer. Some teachers even let parents sneak in for a quick picture of their student at their desk. But please remember, the teachers need the kids to settle in so keep it brief.

August 26^th- Back to School Night. Parents only. Childcare will be provided if you need it. The meeting will start in the multipurpose room at 6pm. Then we will break and go to your child’s classroom to meet and hear from your child’s teacher. If you have multiple children (like I do) there will be double sessions.

September 3^rd- First All-School Mass. Students must be dropped off at the church no later than 8:20 in Mass Uniforms. If you need to drop your child off early, there is supervision starting at 7:30am but please do not bring your child(ren) any earlier. Parents are always welcome to stay for Mass.

ALSO Evening Ice Cream Social. The Ice Cream Social is for the whole family to have ice cream and be together at the school. 6-6:30pm

September 4^th- Grandparents Day. This is so fun for the Grandparents if they are local or just in town. For Grandparents only. Allow them to experience what your child does at school. I’m sure they will tell you all about it. From 9-Noon. This is also a half day- dismissal at 12:10.

September 19^th- Fall up, Get Down. More details to follow. 4pm at Fuji Park. This is our first fundraiser of the season to help our parish/school. It’s a community event- a fun family BBQ, with kids area and games. Plan to volunteer!! 

September 20^th- Fun Run. More information to follow. 5K and 1 Mile Kids run.

Other things to mark on your calendar:

Every third Thursday is Dad’s BBQ. If you haven’t heard about these- they are awesome for Dad’s and your students. Dad’s (or Grandpa’s) …  can come and eat lunch (Burgers- paid for by you ahead of time) with their favorite kiddos. My husband can’t ever make these but sometimes when my Dad is in town he surprises the kids. Don’t have a man in your life- don’t worry- the other Dad’s and Grandfathers are so sweet and all sit together. No one is left out even if they don’t buy a burger.

If you plan on volunteering with the children you must attend the required "Protecting God’s Children" class given by the church. More information will be shared at the meeting on the New Parent meeting (Aug. 20th).

New information:

·      It has just been decided that Kindergarteners can wear PE uniforms on their PE Day. At this point it is not mandatory just suggested. If you didn’t purchase them, don’t worry! The rule will go in effect officially in January when it will then be mandatory for Kinders to wear a PE UNIFORM on PE DAY.

o   PE UNIFORM: Logo PE shirt, Logo PE mesh shorts, Logo sweatshirt, and Logo sweatpants

·      Girls top-ties or criss-cross ties (I think Bancroft calls them a “Middy”) have been ordered and will be part of the Mass Uniform for girls K-3^rd grade. They are not mandatory yet. Just suggested. In January they will be required for Mass for grades K-3.

Enjoy your last 12 days of Summer!

Carolyn Schroder & Amanda Munk

Welcome New Parents!

Hello new parents!!! Welcome to St. Teresa’s! We are so excited to meet you. My name is Carolyn Schroder and my partner is Amanda Munk. Your email was given to us as a Parent of a NEW student at St. Teresa’s in the Fall.

What we do: A “new parents liaison” is a person who works to bridge the communication between school and home. Often parents feel uncomfortable and sometimes embarrassed asking questions to the school administration or their child’s teacher. While we highly encourage you to do so if you should so desire, because our staff is so incredible, we also want you to have a fellow semi-seasoned parent to come to. It is so important to be in the know, so we will work with you to make sure you feel informed. If there is something that of which would be confusing or unfamiliar to a new parent- our job is to send out clarification. In our minds, this is a proactive position. We want to get to you before you even know you have questions. We want your entry into St. Teresa’s to be smooth and transparent.

Who we are: We are new parents too. Once lost in the sauce, we figured it out by leaning on each other and asking way too many questions. Parent involvement is what makes this school special and we believe is critical in a good learning environment.  I had a new first grader and kindergartener last year, and Amanda had a new Kindergartener two years ago.

How will we communicate: Our main source of communication will be via email. But we will join Ms. Burger in the first parent school meetings so we can introduce ourselves formally. Throughout the year we will send you emails to explain an event or activity ahead on the calendar. Also emails will be sent out periodically, to check in and see if you have any questions. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call or email either one of us.

We realize this is a lot of information to digest and a lot to purchase. It is very intimidating but what a relief to be ready and prepared for the first day of school! Please do not forget to use the uniform closet upstairs in the office. You are welcome to look and see if anything fits your child. No donation or bribe required for using the uniform closet. We know exactly how you are feeling right now and want to assure you- we are here to help. This job and position is new to us as well and we are creating it as we go- so we welcome feedback and any questions to help make us better liaisons for you! You will be given a parent handbook at the beginning of the year- but we are here for more specific questions.

Again, we look forward to aiding you in this new journey at our school!

Carolyn Schroder

CarolynSchroder05@gmail.com

Amanda Munk

AMunk2@gmail.com