SMA SUMMER WEEKLY NEWSLETTER

This checklist includes embedded hyperlinks, and can be shared with volunteers digitally. Alternatively, this document can be printed and attached with the documents below.

Volunteer TB Risk Assessment

Mandated Reporter Training Platform

CMG Safe Environment Instructions - Volunteers

CMG Safe Environment Instructions - Volunteers - Spanish

Driver Information Form

DOJ/FBILiveScan-Volunteers

Senate Bill 848 (SB 848) expands child abuse prevention and school safety requirements for California private schools, including Catholic schools. Effective January 1, 2026, the law broadens the categories of individuals who must meet school safety requirements, including certain volunteers, board members, and contractors who have contact with students. As part of these enhanced pupil safety measures, private schools must ensure that individuals complete DOJ/FBI fingerprint-based background checks (Live Scan) and comply with mandated reporter training and other child protection requirements before or while serving in roles involving student contact.

Volunteers are no longer required to complete the CMG Selection.com Background Check. In addition to employees, all volunteers are now required to complete the DOJ/FBI Live Scan.

CMG CONNECT - DEFENSIVE DRIVING TRAINING & SAFETY ENVIRONMENT

The DOJ/FBI Live Scan requirement only needs to be completed once, provided the individual remains continuously employed or actively volunteers within the school or organization. A new Live Scan may be required if there is a break in service or if otherwise directed by the Office for Schools.

Live Scan Form

Mandated Reporter Training

All volunteers are now required to complete the Mandated Reporter Training. Administrators will be able to assign and monitor completion of the training on the Mandated Reporter Training Platform. There is a charge of approximately $4.50.

Parent Letter to inform parents about the enactment of SB 848.

"How to Accept an Invitation from Your Organization"

THIS IS A REQUIREMENT FOR ALL DRIVER AND NON-DRIVER VOLUNTEERS TO COMPLETE THE ABOVE REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPLIANCE.

Supply List

TK-5 August 26th at 6:00 pm and 6-8 August 27th at 6:00 pm

Thursday, August 20th

Minimum Day

Friday, August 21st

Minimum Day

Mass Uniform

11:20 Mass

Monday, August 24th

Hot Lunch Begins

Thursday, August 27th

School Picture Day - Mass Uniform

Friday, August 28th

Class Photo - Mass Uniform

Wednesday, September 2nd

7:15 - 7:45 am Bibles & Breakfast

Friday, September 4th

NO CUB CARE

9 am Adoration

11:20 am School Mass - Mass Uniform

12:30 pm Dismissal

Calling all Kindergarten through 3rd Grade students! No experience is necessary. Come learn the basics of cheerleading, build confidence, make new friends, and have fun showing your Monarch spirit!

What to Expect:
• Monthly practices on the first Thursday of each month from 3:30–4:00 PM at the Star Center
• Mentorship from our Stella Maris Academy Cheer Team
• Learn fun sideline cheers and cheer alongside the team at select flag football and basketball games

• Participate in the La Jolla Christmas Parade with the cheerleaders!

Registration Fee: $85

The registration fee includes a Mini Monarch uniform package, featuring:
• Mini Monarch T-shirt
• Navy shorts
• Hair bow
• Cheer socks
• Pom poms

Registration is now open and will remain open throughout the school year!

If you have any questions, please contact:
Dana McNeal – danarmcneal@gmail.com
Michelle Campagna – mcampagna@stellamarisacademy.org

Please click this link to register!

We can't wait to welcome our newest Mini Monarchs for a fun-filled season of spirit, teamwork, and school pride! 💙📣

Calling all girls and boys in grades 4–8! Come build school spirit, learn new skills, make lasting friendships, and have fun cheering on our Eagles throughout the school year!

Coaches: Dana McNeal & Michelle Campagna

Season: August 2026 – May 2027
Practice Time: 3:00–4:00 PM

Location: Star Center

Registration Fees:
• Returning Cheerleaders: $125 (plus any needed uniform replacement items)
• New Cheerleaders: $200 (includes uniform package, practice outfit, cheer bag, and supply fee)

For questions, please contact Dana McNeal at danarmcneal@gmail.com.

Ready to cheer? Click this link to complete the permission slip and register:

Stella Maris Academy families! Our back to school spirit wear sale ends soon! Make sure to shop today and save up to 35% on items sitewide! Our sale ends September 14th! Gear up now and support our school :) Click here to shop today https://1stplace.sale/7585

SPORTSPLAY LINKS

Stella Maris SportsPlay Session 1 : (Sept 1 - Oct 13)

https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/regv2.asp?id=558197&preLoadClassID=22091231

Stella Maris SportsPlay Session 2 : (Oct 20 - Dec 15)

https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/regv2.asp?id=558197&preLoadClassID=22091236

Stella Maris SportsPlay Session 3 : (Jan 5 - Mar 16)

https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/regv2.asp?id=558197&preLoadClassID=22172371

Stella Maris SportsPlay Session 4 : (Mar 23 - June 1)

https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/regv2.asp?id=558197&preLoadClassID=22172377

Stella Maris Girls SuperSport Session 1: (Sept 4 - Oct 23)

https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/regv2.asp?id=558197&preLoadClassID=22091291

Stella Maris Girls SuperSport Session 2: (Oct 30 - Dec 11)

https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/regv2.asp?id=558197&preLoadClassID=22091296

Stella Maris Girls SuperSport Session 3: (Jan 8 - Mar 19)

https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/regv2.asp?id=558197&preLoadClassID=22172383

Stella Maris Girls SuperSport Session 4: (Apr 9 - May 28)

https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/regv2.asp?id=558197&preLoadClassID=22172388

Please click the picture to register

Please click this link to view the updated uniform guidelines for the 2026-2027 school year.

Please click the link below to view and order approved uniform items:

👉 View Stella Maris Uniforms on Lands' End

Click here: FACTS Family Portal , select Family Demographic Form, and fill out the following online webforms in your Facts Family Portal.

• Enrolled Students (Please see Facts Family Portal)
• Student Medical (Please see Facts Family Portal)
• Custodial Parent Form (Please see Facts Family Portal)
• Emergency Contacts (Please see Facts Family Portal)
• Transportation (Please see Facts Family Portal)
• Grandparents (Please see Facts Family Portal)
• 2026-2027 Walking Field Trips (ALL STUDENTS)
• Student Device Agreement: Grades TK-2 (Parents Only)
• Student Smart Device Survey (Grades 3 through 8) 26/27
• Student Computer Device Responsibility Contract (GRADES 3-8)
• 2026-2027 SMA Family Handbook (Read)
• SMA FAMILY HANDBOOK SIGNATURE (1 per family)
• 2026-2027 SMA Cub Care Handbook (Read)
• SMA CUB CARE HANDBOOK SIGNATURE (1 per family)
• 2026-2027 6th, 7th & 8th Grade ONLY Walking Pass

If you are interested in having your child receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Eucharist, they will need to be baptized before the first day of school.

If a baptism date has already been scheduled before our February 2027 Reconciliation, we will absolutely honor that. However, if arrangements still need to be made, please contact the parish office as soon as possible to schedule your child’s Sacrament of Baptism. The parish phone number is (858) 454-2631. This will allow your child to continue preparing for their First Reconciliation in February of 2027 and First Holy Communion in May 2027.

Please contact Elicia if you need any assistance — I am happy to help guide you through the process.

Please be sure to check the FACTS Calendar regularly for the most up-to-date school events, activities, and schedule changes.

Please note: The Google Calendar is not available to the public. You must sign on to your Facts family portal.

Monthly calendars are available for download; however, event dates and times are subject to change. For the most current information, always refer to the FACTS Calendar and the SMA Weekly News, which is published every Wednesday during the school year.

ONLY FOR STELLA MARIS PARENTS AND STUDENTS.

Order before 9:30 am will be delivered by 11am at the school.

Comes with side of fruit and option of Chips or a Snack Bar

Please click this link to order.

Please place your Jersey Mike's order by 9:30 a.m. Thank you!

Please click this link to order.

7836 Herschel Avenue

La Jolla, CA 92037

(858) 200-9888

Hi Families,

Here is the sign-up link for our pizza volunteer opportunities!

Thank you for volunteering and supporting our school!

26-27 PIZZA LUNCH

Hot Lunch Program: Please click this link to order your lunch!

SMA Families

Joanne Koch, Elicia's Grandmother

Our mission is to empower a community of service-oriented, diverse learners to achieve their God-given potential by providing a Catholic, Christ-centered, academically excellent, and safe environment.

Stella Maris envisions a faith-filled community where students grow spiritually, socially, emotionally, and academically. Rooted in Catholic values, we empower students to build meaningful relationships, solve problems with confidence and integrity, and become compassionate leaders who serve God and others.

The parents, administration, faculty, and staff of Stella Maris Academy believe that Christ is the center of our lives and that we are called to proclaim the Good News, to create community, and to be of service to all of God’s people.

We acknowledge that parents are the primary educators of their children.

We foster a supportive environment that balances high expectations with the respect for individual differences.

We commit ourselves to challenge students to become life-long learners while developing a healthy attitude of personal value and self-worth.

We prepare students for higher education, responsible citizenship, and moral integrity in an ever changing world.

Graduates of Stella Maris Academy are:

1. Active Faith Filled Catholics Who:

• Pray every day.

• Strive to live like Jesus, and the Holy Family.

• Understand and share the teachings and traditions of the Catholic Church.

• Participate in the sacramental life of the Church centered on the Eucharist.

2. Life-long Learners Who:

● Communicate effectively.

● Work independently, and collaboratively to demonstrate critical and creative

thinking skills.

● Respect different cultures and their traditions.

● Integrate fine arts through appreciation of music and development of creative art skills.

● Persevere through challenging experiences.

3. Community and Global Ambassadors Who:

● Utilize social skills.

● Resolve conflicts peacefully.

● Care for all of God’s creations.

● Respect others as persons created in the image and likeness of God.

● Demonstrate a spirit of Christ like service.

September: Respect

October: Building Peace

November: Empathy

December: Sharing

January: Celebration

February: Cooperation

March: Service

April: Diligence

May: Gratitude