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GoRiteway
414-249-5048
elmbrook@goriteway.com
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6th graders loving SMV
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Save the Date
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March 1
Auxiliary Bishop Schuerman coming for the Stations of the Cross
March 5
Reconciliation for 2nd-5th grades
9th grade focus group meeting
March 6
DARE day for 5th graders
March 7
ITBS Testing Begins
2nd and 5th graders to the Milwaukee Public Museum
March 9
Cookie Sale Begins
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| 6th graders writing in their lenten journals while in the church |
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| 2nd graders enjoying the beautiful weather |
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| K5 is constructing 3D shapes and using writing time to make blueprints to use in our building center |
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Monday, Tuesday,
and Fridays
9:00am to 4:00pm
Thursdays
9:00am to 7:00pm
Saturdays
9:00am to 12:00pm
Wednesdays Closed
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Principal Notes March 1, 2018
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Dear Families,
During Lent we are invited to undertake a journey of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving. We pray for others and ourselves. We give something up. We share our time and ourselves more generously with other people. These traditional Lenten works remind us that denial and struggle-taking up our cross each day-are essential dimensions of living as disciples of Jesus, ultimately bringing new life, and help us prepare for the greatest celebration of the liturgical year, Easter.
Join us today at 1:30 in the church as Auxiliary Bishop James Schuerman walks the Stations of the Cross with us. All are invited.
Come cheer on our 8th grade girls and boys basketball teams as they play in the Padre Serra Tournament this weekend at Mount Mary University. The boys are playing at 4:45 on Saturday, and the girls are playing Sunday at 12:00.
If you have a 9th grader, please remind them to fill out the 9th grade survey. The pizza party is Monday night from 5:30-7:30. Please have them enter through the Senior Center doors.
Grades 3
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will host their annual Forensics Festival on Friday, March, 16th at 9:00. Please join us for this wonderful event.
The event we all have been waiting for," Moonlight in Mexico" is only one week away. 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 buy your tickets and start bidding on your favorite items today.
Faithfully,
Mrs. Mary Tretow
Principal
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Elementary Forensics
Thank you so much to all the parents that came to our coaching session on Monday. The students are making great progress with their forensics pieces. Our last forensics coaching session will be on Monday, March 5th.
This is for 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders. Don't forget to bring your scripts! The coaching session will be held in the library from 2:45-3:30pm. The Elementary Forensics Fest will be held on Friday, March 16th from 9:00am-11:30am. Please mark your calendars and save the date! Any questions, email Ann Scott
asartini@yahoo.com
or Julie Perez
jperez@stmaryeg.org
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.
K3 students brushing teeth
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Spirit Wear Is Here!!
Attention parents! The spirit wear shop is now open for business. Shop now for your latest SMV fashions! This is your last chance to get items until mid-summer. We are featuring our patriotic Gladiator in this sale specifically for the Elm Grove Memorial Day parade,
many new items in gray, and a stylish new puffer vest. These items are a must-have for SMV's biggest supporters!
Remember spirit wear is a fundraiser so you can feel good that your purchase will support our exemplary school! Sale closes
March 5th!
These items are a must-have for SMV's biggest supporters!
Please click
here for more information.
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Get Out and Join the Fiesta
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DONATIONS: We are still in need of gift card and wine donations!
Gift Card Wall! We are seeking gift card donations in any denomination, but ideally $25 value. These can be from places you frequent: gas stations, coffee shops, Target/Wal-Mart, restaurants, grocery stores, etc. Did you receive some gift cards this Christmas that you won't use? Donate them to the Auction! You can also purchase from the Scrip inventory in the office. Have too much wine leftover from your holiday get-togethers? Donate it to the Wine Pull! These and all other donations can be dropped off in the school office. Thanks for supporting the auction!!
Please submit all donations to the office by March 5, 2018.
Don't forget to purchase your auction tickets!
Visit our website to purchase on line or send a check to the school office.
Remember we are having an attendance contest- the grade with the largest number of attending parents/grandparents wins a pizza party for the grade!
We need you!
Volunteers still needed!
Visit our signup genius to check out the volunteer opportunities
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/60b0d45a8ac2da20-2018
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As we near the close of the 2017/2018 basketball season, we wanted to give a shout out to all the coaches. These parents have spent countless hours on the courts with our children, encouraging and instructing. It is clear they have a passion for making our children better, both on and off the court. They have definitely shared the SMV spirit and we wanted to share a huge THANK YOU with them!
Thank you: Mike Randa, Peter Henry, Laura Randa, Belinda Russell, Andy Swietlik, Mike Rifelj, Bill Martin, Laurie Clemence, Bill Stone, Fred Raml, Dave Spano, Tony Borino, Lyle Fitterer, Mike Schmainda, John Notvotny, Alex McBride, Neal Riutta, Bob Schneider, Tony Ragonese, Alex Kasun, Jake Scott, Joe Bratina, and Jeff Coleman!
This past weekend, two Brookfield Park and and Recreation teams comprised of SMV students soared in the end-of-season tournament. Our fourth grade team, coached by Bill Martin, took 2nd place in their division, and our 3rd grade team, coached by Tony Borino, took first place! The school parents that coach, the parents that drive, and the siblings that cheer on their teams all played a big part in the teams' successes this year. Well done guys! Your perseverance and dedication are positively SMV!
 
And with that you will find a few things that are
Positively SMV!
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Atheletic News
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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)
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Parish News
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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
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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Mission & Catholic Identity
Effective 2016-2021
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