2006/2007 Highlights
2007 Teacher of the
Year-
Ms. Dianne Connelly
Dianne Connelly has worked at
Resurrection Catholic School for seven years, teaching sixth through
seventh grade science and eighth grade algebra classes. The school's
graduates credit Connelly for explaining science to them in a thoughtful, intelligent,
and systematic way. Her enthusiasm for science is apparent.
Not only do students learn science in the lab, they also learn
presentation skills by creating spreadsheets, graphing their data, and
giving PowerPoint presentations. Connelly believes that with good
problem-solving skills and dose of heartfelt love for the earth, her
students will be able to help solve many of the worlds' problems, such as
global warming, pollution, and disease. Prior to Resurrection,
Connelly taught science and math in schools around the world, using her
degrees from the University of California, Santa Barbara, the University
of California, Berkeley, and Northern Arizona University.
2007
Athlete of the
Year-
Joel Fukuta
Kudos to Joel Fukuta for being
recognized by San Jose Magazine as an athlete of the year. This
honor is bestowed on students from private and public schools in the Bay
Area. We extend our congratulations to Joel for this wonderful
achievement.
Joel Fukuta, an eighth-grader
at Resurrection Catholic School, had so much energy as a little boy that
he would run around the house nonstop. When he was 5, his mother
decided to sign him up for a soccer team, and that was the start of his
athletic career. Fukuta has been involved with soccer for nine
years, golf for six years, and all of Resurrection's after-school sports
for many years. He has also participated in tae kwon do and kung fu
for five years. Last fall, Fukuta joined the school's flag football
team. Fukuta has been involved in Boy Scouts for several
years. One weekend each month, he hikes 10-14 miles and then camps
overnight. He calls these his 'fitness sessions".
"To be honest, I don't like to walk, but when athletics are involved,
there's a reason to move," he says. Last summer, Fukuta was
chosen to attend a camp in China to train as a guide for the 2008 Summer Olympics
in Beijing. Because he speaks both English and Mandarin, Fukuta will
be quite the asset at the Summer Olympics.
Whiz Kid of the Year-
Sienna LaRocca
San Jose Magazine recognized 49 students
from public and private schools in their June 2007 issue.
These students not only excelled academically, but also athletically,
artistically, or in an altruistic commitment to the community.
Congratulations to Sienna LaRocca, an 8th grader who just graduated from
Resurrection on receiving this recognition.
Sienna LaRocca, an eighth-grader at
Resurrection Catholic School, takes academics very seriously and maintains
a high GPA. She has received first honors since fourth grade and
plans to take advanced classes in high school. Not only does she
succeed in academics, La Rocca also participates in student
government. She has served on student council for two years and is
currently student body vice-president. During her first year on
student council, she served as one of the service commissioners, which
helped her realize that she enjoyed giving back to the community.
She now assists in soup kitchens and visits veterans at Christmas.
Outside of school, La Rocca plays club volleyball as a defense specialist,
libero, and setter. She plans to continue playing volleyball in high
school. For more than 10 years, she has been involved with tae kwon
do and has her second-degree black belt. She is now working on her
third-degree black belt.
Blessed Sacraments:
Congratulations to our 2nd grade class for receiving 1st Holy Communion
on May 5th and to our 8th graders who received their Sacrament of
Confirmation on May 6th with Bishop McGrath presiding over the service.
Annual Appeal is
now taking place!
Notice
all the changes on campus? This is because of the generosity of
our families and our community. Join us again this year as we
embark upon our annual appeal. These funds are used to continually
improve our facilities for the students. This year's focus is our
student restroom renovation project. This project is in its final
stages, but the costs have exceeded our initial budget. So please
consider Resurrection School as a recipient of your charitable dollars!
Jacque Wright - 2006 Educator of
the Year - San Jose Magazine
Congratulations
to Mrs. Jacque Wright, our 3rd grade teacher, who was recognized by San
Jose Magazine as an "Educator of the Year".
Jacque Wright started her Resurrection School
career 17 years ago as the Extended Day and Summer Camp Co-director and
cheerleading coordinator. She
then moved on to teaching second grade, and has spent the last nine
years teaching third grade. No
matter her role, peers say she treats every child equally,
respectfully, and fairly, and encourages her students to problem-solve
and keep the peace. more
Emily Ogden - Whiz Kid of the
Year - San Jose Magazine
San Jose Magazine recognized
Emily Ogden, one of our 8th graders as one of the valley's remarkable
students who not only excels in academics, but in athletics, creativity,
and community achievements! Congratulations
Emily!!
2005/2006 Highlights
San Jose Magazine recognizes Mrs. Pat Stacker!!
Mrs. Pat Stacker, our Junior
Kindergarten teacher, was recognized by San Jose Magazine as one of
this year's forty-three Educators of the Year! San Jose Magazine
recognizes the outstanding efforts of local educators who are
extraordinary examples in the teaching profession, enriching students'
lives with creative teaching methods, a mastery of subjects, and a keen
sense of compassion. Mrs. Stacker was recognized at a special
event held in downtown San Jose on September 9. Read
all about Mrs. Stacker!
Hurricane
Katrina Relief
Our Student Council recently
sent a check for over $3,600 to Resurrection Catholic School in the
Diocese of Biloxi, Mississippi. These funds were a direct result
of the penny challenge held in October for Hurricane Katrina
relief. These funds will be used to install new doors ( which have
been removed) in all of their classrooms. The school
suffered water damage from water levels of 3-5ft high throughout the
school.
Powerschool for parents!
In January,
parents were given access to a new tool to strengthen the parent-teacher
educator role. Powerschool is a software application that the
school has been using the past few years to track attendance and grading
for 5th - 8th grades. The parent portal piece of it opened
on January 17th with a direct link from this website. Parents
now have access to their child's grades and attendance
records.
Happy Birthday to us!!
Resurrection School celebrated its 40th birthday on September 7th, 2005! Our founding pastor, Fr.
Nicholas Farana and the Sisters of St. Joseph Carondelet opened the
school with 157 students forty years ago, and we are proud to carry on
the Catholic tradition of educating children in a Christ-centered,
peace-filled, family-oriented environment.
Good-bye
8th graders!!
Congratulations
and best wishes to our eighth grade graduates!
The week of activities resulted in a great send off for our
graduates, and culminated with the graduation ceremony on Wednesday
evening. Several deserving awards were presented at the graduation
ceremony to:
Leadership:
Presented
by Mrs. Jacque Wright, Student Council Moderator and 3rd grade teacher
to Michael M.
Scholarship:
Presented
by Mrs. Pam Goodman, PTG President to Aleen M, William L., and Emily O..
Community
Service: Presented
by Ric Shimshrock, President of the Italian Catholic Federation to
Christine C. and Emily O.
School
Service:
Presented by Sr. Georgi to Josh C.
SportsPresented
by Mr. Dan Fernandez, Athletic Director, to Michael M. and Niki I.
Peacemaker: Presented
by Sr. Georgi to Aleen M.
Principal’s
Award:
Presented by Sr. Georgi to Michael M.
New
Student Newspaper - The Resurrection Journal
Click
here to view the inaugural student newspaper. The editor is
Matthew DeLateur and several of his sixth grade partners are on the
newspaper staff. Congratulations!
New
website link for our music program!
Mrs. Muscettola has created
her own website for the Music program. See what each grade is
working on and get the skinny on music!! http://teacherweb.com/ca/resurrectioncatholicschool/kathleenmuscettola-music/
Support
the American Cancer Society and see Sr. Georgi in action!
On Saturday, June 10th, Sr. Georgi will
be a host bartender at Maltby's Restaurant in Los Altos! All of
her tips and 10% of the sales will be donated to the American Cancer
Society's Los Altos Relay for Life. See the attached flyer for
more info!! Maltby's is a family-friendly restaurant! more
info
Varsity
Boys Football - Co-Champions!
The Varsity Boys Football
team won their last game of the season to clinch the co-champion league
title with Menlo School. Congratulations to these 7th & 8th
grade students and their coach, Mr. Larry McGovern!
One
Warm Coat Project - a huge success!!
Cub Scout
Pac 444 and Brownie Troop 386 collected over 550 clean and reusable coats
from January 9th - 23rd for St. Vincent dePaul, and the Emergency
Housing Consortium!! Congratulations to these students!!
New
website link for the library!
Ms. Leon has been working
with our library software vendor to update our on-line presence.
Students and parents alike can log on and see what books we have in the
library. See for yourself what is now available: www.libraryworld.net/opac
Chili
Cook-off was a "hot" success!
Alumni Michael V. and
Patrick G. took first place with their very, very hot chili entry on
Saturday, March 11th. The evening was a fun event, thanks to our
co-chairs, Ray B, Michele D., Art S., and many thanks to PTG President,
Pam G. for all her help!!
V.I.P.2.U.
Day
Over 220 VIP guests arrived
February 1st for a
wonderful, memorable day filled with a special Mass, a prayer
service, pictures, and time in the classroom with the
students.
Student created
Thanksgiving poem
A Thanksgiving poem written
by Hillary M. in 7th grade
Dear God,
I am thankful for this day that we get to share.
And am thankful for people here who come to care.
I thank you for the young and for the old.
I thank you for not letting our food get cold.
Thank you for all the friends who are with us thick and thin.
Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful in.
I hope we all have something to be thankful for,
thank you God for now and forever more.
Amen
Music
Info - We are starting up a choir!
Mrs. Muscettola is starting
up a choir for those interested 4th graders and up. Choir practice
will take place on Thursday afternoons at 3:15 - 4:00 p.m. and the choir
will sing at Friday morning Masses. Meet in the church at 3:15 on
Thursdays. See attached form
And for you 4th graders, here's your recorder
release form.
Remodeled Extended Care room
Our fundraising dollars in
use!! When you get a chance, swing by the newly remodeled Extended
Care room. It's wonderful to see students in the room after school working on arts and crafts, playing in the house center, working
on computers, or playing with the trains. Many thanks to the PTG
and all the school families for raising the money last year to pay for
this remodeling. We also want to recognize Mr. Fernandez (P.E.
teacher )who painted the room this summer, and to Mr. Allen (parent) who
built some cabinetry in the room. It's a much brighter, lighter
and fun place to be.
New P.A. System!
Again, thanks to gifts from
parents via the annual appeal, we were able, with the assistance of Mr.
Allen Dela Cruz (dad) to install a wireless paging system in the
classrooms and Farana Center this summer. This is a wonderful
asset to the school for announcements and in the event of an emergency,
quick notification. Thank you Mr. Dela Cruz and family!
2004/2005 Highlights
Goodbye 8th graders!
Congratulations
and best wishes to our eighth grade graduates!
The week of activities resulted in a great send off for our
graduates, and culminated with the graduation ceremony on Friday evening.
It has been nice to have some of our graduates back this week to
help out in the classrooms. They
will be missed next year but always
welcomed
back! Several deserving awards were presented at the graduation
ceremony to:
Leadership:
Presented
by Mrs. Marie Kolda, PTG President to Matthew
Aranez.
Scholarship:
Presented
by Mrs. Marie Kolda, PTG President to Thomas Lessler and Nicholas DeLateur.
Service: Presented
by Ric Shimshrock, President of the Italian Catholic Federation to Mary
Ellen Crowley and Marielle Donnelly.
Sports: Presented
by Mr. Dan Fernandez, Athletic Director, to Stuart Dooley and Alyssa Amaya.
Religion: Presented
by Mrs. Jacque Wright to Declan Kelley.
Christian
Compassion Award: Presented
by Mrs. Jacque Wright to Ryan Barker.
Peacemaker: Presented
by myself to Mary Ellen Crowley.
Principal’s
Award:
Presented by myself to Stuart Dooley.
Additionally, Ryan Barker and Nicholas DeLateur
were recognized for acceptance into high school with leadership and
academic honors. I extend my
thanks and appreciation to all the staff and parents who have helped with
the many eighth grade events these past few weeks.
Graduation
Congratulations to our 8th graders!
On Friday evening, June 3rd, our 8th
grade class walked down the center aisle of the Church for the last time
as a class to receive their diplomas and awards. The week
was full of activities beginning with the 8th grade vs. staff volleyball
game (8th graders won!), the 8th grade appreciation day, the Fairbrae
picnic, the Buddy Mass and Graduation itself! (more)
Look-out - The
Knightcrawlers are in
action!
The Knight Crawlers Garden Club hosted
its fourth Community Day 
to work on beautifying the campus! They
were awesome! The entire quad area has been replanted and it looks
beautiful! Even though there were many sore muscles, there was a
tremendous amount of satisfaction from the students and parents alike!
Thank you one and all for your help!
Congratulations
8th graders & 2nd graders!
Our eighth graders received their
Confirmation sacrament on Saturday, April 30th at the Cathedral in San
Jose. Bishop McGrath celebrated this beautiful and glorious
sacrament! Our second graders just received their
First Holy Communion Sacrament on Saturday, May 7th with Fr. Peter, Fr.
Bob, and Fr. Joe con-celebrating this special event.
Congratulations one and all!!
Lenten Mission Cans brought
in $3,200 for our sister school!
Congratulations to all our
students for raising $3,200 for our sister school, Christ the King in
Nicaragua! This money was raised with the Lenten Mission cans and
the penny drive prior to the Halloween party. Sr. Sandy Price
was able to use last year's penny drive to build Christ the King School.
She surprised us this week by announcing with this year's penny drive
there is enough money to build another school and still provide supplies
to Christ the King!!
Basketball
Tournament Champs!
Congratulations to the
7th grade boys for a 8-5 basketball season that culminated in
an exciting tournament championship game.
Under the leadership of Coach Larry McGovern and Dave Campagna,
the boys won all three games in the tournament and will receive a trophy
for first place. After their win, they watched the 8th grade
boys win the consolation championship after a phenomenal 11-2 season.
Congratulations 8th grade boys and to Coach Mike
Troedson and Bill Hollinger for a great season!
Nick's Personal Challenge
Nick
is back at school and doing well! Check his website for more
info. He was able to raise over $144,000 at the Resurrection
School 2004 Walk-a-fun for cancer research and Resurrection School!
The school will present a check for $108,320 to the CureSearch National
Children's Cancer Foundation at this year's Walk-a-Fun on April 8th.
More
info on Nick
Tsunami
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