St. Anthony of Padua Mission

The Catholic Christian Community of St. Anthony of Padua welcomes all to our celebration of God's love. Through prayer, education, sacraments, caring and stewardship, we strive to serve the needs of God's people and to gain a richer understanding of the gospel message of love.

Latest News and Updates

21st Annual Spring Auction

Wednesday, May 1st, 2013

The 21st Annual Spring Auction is right around the corner!
May 18th, in the Community Center – Be There or Be Square!!!

This year’s theme, “The Awesome 80′s, Don’t Stop Believin” offers many possibilities for your support, and a great time as well!  It also emphasizes that by believing in our faith and ourselves we can  accomplish anything.  So . . . “don’t  stop believing!”

It’s is only 5 days away … Once again the event will be in school Community Center, and we expect the event to sell out again this year. Families have purchased their tickets earlier than ever to make sure they don’t miss out this year. If you have other St. Anthony’s friends that you know plan on going, or that you would enjoy being with that night, be sure to reach out and let them know we only have 154 tickets left (that’s only 77 couples, or only 15 tables). Purchase your tickets in the school office or right here online by clicking on the link below.

Click Here for More Info and to Purchase Tickets


Teacher Openings

Tuesday, April 30th, 2013

St. Anthony’s School is looking for enthusiastic, energetic, and positive Teachers for our  Catholic school. Our school is a fully accredited K-8 school. We are seeking two teachers for the 2013-14 school year. Please call Mary Margaret Stone @ (559) 435-0700 x231 or email resumes to mmstone@sasfresno.com. The deadline to apply is May 24.

Open Positions – Information

Application


New Athletic Logo

Monday, April 22nd, 2013

The Athletic Department is proud to announce the launching of our new athletic logo and online spiritwear store.   Please check out our new licensed raider logo and our online store link below.

You can create your own tshirt or sweatshirt from the spiritwear store!  Once you get to the screen print choices, be sure to look at the pulldown menu toward the bottom left to customize specific sport/club wear that will generate new screen options. But there are many options that are not sport/club related.   We are excited to be teaming up with Rokkitwear!

Disclaimer on Purchasing for online attire: Thursday dress code is still in effect:
Blue, Gold, White, Gray t-shirt only. No hooded sweatshirts or other colors for Thursday wear. We do hope you support the school and enjoy the many options but please be aware, Thursday attire has not changed.

Buy It! Wear It! Rokkit!
http://www.rokkitwear.com/school/7306-st-anthonys-school


Fresno Grizzlies Game

Friday, April 19th, 2013

April 29th at 7:05 p.m. come join us for the St. Anthony’s annual Fresno Grizzlies Game. It’s a great family night at the ball park. Our own St. Anthony’s Choir will be singing the National Anthem. Also, the classroom that sells the most tickets to the game will have their teacher throw in the game’s first pitch.


Electronics Recycling April 21-28

Friday, March 1st, 2013

Reminder – St. Anthony’s school is holding an ELECTRONICS RECYCLING FUNDRAISER  on  Sunday April. 21st thru Sunday April. 28th  9am to 3pm

This is a perfect way to clean out your closets, garages, homes and office of all your old electronics for FREE and Benefit the School. For all TV’s, Computers, Monitors, Laptops, Printers, Cell Phones, Print Cartridges etc received, Electronic Recyclers International will donate money to the school.  All items received will be recycled!!

Please pass this information on to all your employer, family and friends, as the more we collect the more money the school will receive!!!

Update:  If you drop off a Computer Monitor or TV please stop by the school office sometime during the week and add your name and address to the collection log.


PTO Italian Dinner

Sunday, February 17th, 2013

Mamma Mia now that’s Italian! Save the date for the ever-famous St. Anthony’s Italian Dinner coming up on Sunday, February 24th. It will be held from 10:00 am – 8:00 pm. The food is always fantastic and it is also available for takeout. Tickets are $12.50 for adults and $6.50 for kids (5-12).

Tickets will also be available at the door at the cost of $15 and $7.50. You can also pre-order fully cooked tri-tips for $25.00 each. Fliers are available today in the Tuesday packet. Enjoy a day and night off from cooking and have some great Italian food! If you would like to help or have any questions please contact Colleen Santeufemia (447-8492) or Judy Santeufemia (285-8588). Buon Appetitio!!!

Italian Dinner Tickets


50th Anniversary Celebration

Tuesday, January 15th, 2013

Saturday February 2, 2013

St. Anthony’s Community Center  6:00pm

  • Mass                                                      5:15pm
  • Appetizers & Cocktail Hour         6:30pm
  • Dinner                                                   7:30pm
  • Program                                               8:30pm

Meet former Sisters and Staff

Learn about our History and Vision for the future

Come and celebrate 50 years of Education with us. All current and alumni families are invited to attend. Please pick up an invitation in the school office. RSVP by January 18, 2013.

We welcome families to share photos with us which will be included in a slideshow to be viewed throughout the evening. Contact Don Olson for more information dolson@sasfresno.com.


NCEA Distinguished Teacher Award

Wednesday, January 9th, 2013

Carmalinda Gennock of St. Anthony Catholic School in Fresno, CA is one of twelve teachers from across the United States to receive the 2013 NCEA Distinguished Teacher Award from the Department of Elementary Schools of the National Catholic Educational Association. The recipients of this award, which honors distinguished teaching, come from the twelve geographic regions that compose the NCEA Department of Elementary Schools. These teachers were chosen from a possible pool of over 113,000 teachers.

Click Here for the Complete Press Release


Catholic Schools Week

Monday, January 7th, 2013

Catholic schools across the nation are preparing to celebrate National Catholic School Week beginning Jan. 29. This one-week observance is an annual celebration of the important role that Catholic elementary and secondary schools across the country play in providing a values-added education for America’s young people. This year Catholic Schools Week begins Jan. and concludes Feb.4.


9th Annual Nativity Raffle

Saturday, December 1st, 2012

The 9th annual Nativity Raffle is here .We have 10 very beautiful and unique Nativity Sets being raffled off by Mrs. Gennock’s 2nd graders. They are displayed in the office and the SAS website. Please consider purchasing chances for this very worthy cause. All money raised will be donated to Catholic Charities.  Chances are $1 and $10 buys 12 chances with $20 buying 25 chances.  Send in your money in an envelope with your name and phone number on the envelope and write “NATIVITY” on it. There is an envelope in the office marked “Nativity 2G”. We will also be in the courtyard each day after school selling chances. We promise to make you tickets for each dollar donated. The drawing will be Monday, December 17th at our prayer service.  The first name drawn will choose the Nativity Set they like best. The second name will choose from the remaining 9 sets and so on.

Thank you for your support. Good Luck!!!!!

Checks are made out to St. Anthony’s

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