St. Mary's Visitation Parish School's Mission Statement 
St. Mary's Visitation Catholic Parish School exists to direct children toward God and toward Christian service to society through Catholic religious formation, academic challenge, and continuous improvement.

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K5 praying in color by writing and coloring things they are lucky and blessed to have
 
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March 9
Cookie Sale Begins

March 10
Auction for Education

March 14
Spirit Wear

March 15
First graders to Betty Brinn

March 16
Elementary Forensics
Daddy/Daughter Dance

 

7th graders making papal picados for the Auction this Saturday
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6th graders busy working on a writing assignment in ELA

 


Loyalists and patriots arguing their side's views to try to change the undecided citizen's minds

Band Lessons at SMV

Band Lessons
Monday, Tuesday,  
and Fridays
9:00am to 4:00pm
  
Thursdays
9:00am to 7:00pm
  
Saturdays
9:00am to 12:00pm
  
Wednesdays Closed

 

K4 hopefully made the last snowman of the season
Principal Notes                                                March 8, 2018

Dear Families,

Today we are at the midpoint of Lent. Everyday Dr. Kathleen Cepelka, our Superintendent of Catholic Schools, sends the principal's a Lenten reflection.  I thought I would share one with you.   "Peter approached Jesus and asked Him, 'Lord, if my brother sins against me, how often must I forgive him?  As many as seven times?' Jesus answered, 'Not seven times, but seventy times seven times.'" Matthew 18: 21 - 22
What can be harder than letting go of a grudge, an experience of diminishment, or a personal injustice-perceived or real? Hardly a day passes, with students, parents, or co-workers, when we're not tempted to remember and revive past wrongs. We pray today for hearts  of limitless forgiveness and memories that do not linger over hurts. We pray to see our own hearts and the hearts of others with God's eyes.

The event we all have been waiting for, " Moonlight in Mexico" is this weekend.   The gym will be transformed into a magical evening for you. You have been so generous with your contributions. Please go to the website and start bidding on your favorite items today.

Congratulations to the 8 th girls for their win over St. Monica in the Padre Serra Tournament last weekend.  Come out and cheer on the girls for their next game. They are playing at 1:15 on Saturday against St. Charles at Mount Mary University.

Grades 3 rd -5 th will host their annual Forensics Festival on Friday morning. Please join us at 9:00 for this wonderful event.

Faithfully,
Mrs. Mary Tretow
Principal

Archbishop Listecki's weekly "Love One Another" message.
         K3 students can't believe that the Auction is this Saturday!!
Office Notes
Elementary Forensics
Forensics Fest is quickly approaching!    Parents, you are invited to come see our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders present their Forensics pieces on  Friday, March 16th .    Round 1 will begin promptly at  9:00am.    Please arrive early so you have time to get to the assigned classroom.    A schedule of classroom assignments for each Forensics participant will be emailed to you prior to the event.    Contact Ann Scott ( asartini@yahoo.com ) or Julie Perez ( jperez@stmaryeg.org ) if you have any questions.

                   

The Makerspace is in need of any kind of tape (colored/patterned duct, masking, electrical, scotch, packing, or any other kind of tape).  Thank you!

Lost and Found
Please make sure to check the lost and found. We have lots of items, everything from waterbottles, school work, scarfs, mittens, hats, shirts, on and on....  We will be donating the items if not claimed to the SMV Thrift shop.

Hot Lunch and Playground Duties   
Just a reminder that SMV has asked parents to do a total of 6 duties. When looking at the computer sign in there are a number of families who have only completed 5 duties.  If you missed a day or forgot to come and do your duty, please sign up using the links on the side of the VB.  You will no longer be allowed to just show up you must sign up on an available slot.
Home & School Happenings

Cookie Dough Sales
We are about to begin our YUMMY cookie dough fundraiser!  Last year, we were able to raise over $1500 and this year we hope to turn it up a notch!  All proceeds from this sale will go towards our Makerspace Lab.

TomorrowFriday March 9th, e ach child will receive a cookie dough packet.  The sale runs through March 23rd.  Please return order forms and payment (1 check payable to SMV if possible) by this date. Product will be delivered to school on April 11th for pick up.  Thank you in advance for your support!  Contact Lisa Volm or Katy Cornell, katy.e.cornell@gmail.com, with questions.
Get Out and Join the Fiesta

The Auction is a few days away! We wanted to give you a sneak peek of a few of the great LIVE! items we have in store for you......

Thinking Out Loud, experience a Perfect evening with your Galway Girl at Ed Sheeren concert on Tuesday, October 23 at that Castle On The Hill, Miller Park. The 2 tickets are Section A Row 8. Package also includes $250 gift certificate for transportation from Blackline Limo and $100 VISA gift card for dinner and drinks. Sing
If Ed isn't not enough...We have JT!!
Catch Justin Timberlake in his first Wisconsin appearance at the New Wisconsin Entertainment and Sports Center....
These great seats (2), along with a parking pass, will assure you Can't stop the Feeling! No Suit and Tie required, Just Dance,Dance, Dance!


 

Reminder ...
Dig in those backpacks and folders for the raffle tickets that were sent home with your student.
Please return all raffle tickets sold or unsold back to school office by Friday 3/9!
Thank you for your support!
 
It's not too late to purchase your auction tickets...


No time to Siesta..See you at the Fiesta!



Positively
 SMV

On Monday, Fr. Peter visited the 3rd graders to talk to them about relics.  He explained that a first class relic is from the person, like an actual bone/fragment or hair.  He had relics from several saints, including St. Thomas Aquinas and St. Ignatius of Loyola.  The students had an opportunity to get a closer look at them.   What a great learning experience!  We are so blessed to have a pastor like Fr. Peter.  Thank you Fr. Peter for your time and dedication to our school!    
      
And with that you will find a few things that are 
Positively SMV!
Atheletic News

Track & Field News
Although it doesn't look like it now, spring will soon be upon us and that means the start of track and field season.
Please mark your calendars with these important dates:
Thursday, March 15th at 7pm ~ Parents meeting in the SMV gym
Tuesday, April 10th 5:30-7pm ~ 1st practice at Brookfield East
Practices will run on T/Th evenings from 5:30-7 from the 10th of April through the end of May.
All parents of 5th through 8th graders should have received an e-mail inquiring about their child's interest in participating in track. Please respond to this e-mail as it is used to gauge interest and help us determine how many athletes we will have for the upcoming season.
Finally, we are looking for new coaches to assist with the track program. No track experience is necessary, just a desire to help our kids achieve their best and have fun. If you are interested in coaching, please e-mail Paul Schmidt at pauls@connectwi.com.
We look forward to seeing you on March 15th.

Golf
David Roesch Golf and SMV are gearing up for another great spring season of junior golf lessons. David has an impressive resume (2014 WI PGA Player of the Year, 2017 and 2013 WI PGA Teacher of the Year, led the 2004 US Open after the first round (finished tied for 31st).  Returning assistant instructors (both students of David) will be Abby Cavaini, 2017 WI Girls Junior Player of the Year (shot 60 in an 18-hole high school tournament) and Jack Schultz, 2017 WI Amateur Player of the Year. Following are details:
  • 5 weekly group lessons and range balls (short game and swing instruction)
  • Lessons on Thursdays and Fridays at Storms range in Brookfield - May 3 and ending June 1 (rain dates rescheduled)
  • Choose Thursdays or Fridays at 4 PM (5 PM sessions may be offered depending on turnout)
  • Cost will be $80 each for all lessons and range balls
  • Program open to 1st grade and above
  • Kids should bring their own clubs (limited amount of extra equipment available)
If interested, go to   http://www.davidroeschgolf.com/  and look for the link under "Spring After-School Junior Golf Program"              
Parish News        

Please Join Us....
St. Mary's Visitation Playgroup
Sundays 10-11am:
March 25, 2018
April 29, 2018


Who: Parishioners and prospective parishioners with children ages 0-5
What: Open play, kid-friendly snacks, crafts, coffee and conversation
When: 10am-11am
Where: SMV "The Attic"-not really an attic but a really cool space used for Catholic Formation classes.** (If the weather is nice enough, we will use the amazing playground just outside of the Attic near the school.)
**After 9am Mass, meet at the front of the church near the altar and our volunteers will guide you through the tunnel. Coming from the outside? From the main parish parking lot, look for "The Attic" sign between the parish rectory and school patio/K3 room (behind the facility garage.)
Please contact Katie Carnell (Kasdorfk@yahoo.com) or Monica Schmidt (monica.e.schmidt@gmail.com) with questions.

Good Grief 12 Week Bereavement Support Group
Are you ready to move forward in your grief journey?
Would you like to smile again?  Consider joining our St. Mary's Good Grief Support Group.  Certified Grief Counselor, Deacon Tom Binder,
will lead a 12 consecutive week support group beginning Tuesday, April 10th from 10 am to 11:30 am in the Atrium Library.
A few of the topics that will be discussed include:
The Difference Between Grief and Mourning; Special Days and Holidays; Expectations vs. Reality; Guilt, Regret, Self-Blame; Grief Bursts; and Developing a new Self-Identity. A 12 week commitment to the class is very important. Class size is limited. Registration required.
Contact Mary Sue at the Parish Office,  262-782-4575 or msprotz@stmaryeg.org

Environment Committee
The Environment Committee at St. Mary's Visitation Church needs your help preparing for Holy Week and Easter. Please consider helping with this important ministry! 
We begin this weekend with our annual Lilly sales after all masses. Lillies are donated in honor or memory of a loved one and used to decorate the altar and other areas of the church and atrium. 
Contact Terri Maciejewski at  sistermaryterri@gmail.com  or Patty Steigerwald at  pattysteig@gmail.com  if you can help.
Thank you!

Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School at St. Mary's Visitation is a fun faith filled week for children entering grades K3 through 5th. A day at VBS includes crafts, Bible quest, music, acting, snack, and games. Our mission is to provide an exciting environment for children to learn about Christ while also growing in their faith.
Please note three year olds must be potty trained in order to attend.
Families with more than 3 children will be offered the family price ($120). This will be reflected through a refund directly to your payment method after your registration has been completed and you have paid in full.
VBS 2018 information and registration link for attendees and volunteers in virtual backpack.
                           


 
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