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       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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September 28

K4 and K5 Visit the Elm Grove Fire Department

 

September 29

Jr. High Art Day

SMV Parish Blood Drive

 

October 1

Trivia Night

 

October 4

Pet Blessing


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October 15 
Monday, Tuesday,  
and Fridays
9:00am to 4:00pm
  
Thursdays
9:00am to 7:00pm
  
Saturdays
9:00am to 12:00pm
  
Wednesdays Closed
Principal Notes                                               September 22, 2016
Dear Families,

The last few days have reminded us what summer feels like.  Today is the first day of autumn and now we know that summer is officially over.  The cool nights are a reminder that Wisconsin's weather is ever changing.

At the end of the school year last year I told you that I would be looking for an art teacher for grades K5-4th grade.  Unfortunately, I interviewed candidates this summer and found none of them to be a good fit for St. Mary's. Our Jr. High students work with a wonderful artist by the name of Marina Lee.  If you look around our building you will see all the awesome art that we have, including the large sculptured chair in the library.  These were all created by her and the Jr. High students. I have contracted for her come 12 times this school year to work with our K5-4th grade students.  She will be working with our 5th-8th grade students 8 times this year. We are fortunate to have her with us.

We have updated our Student/Parent Handbook.  It has been added to the left under Permanent Links. Please look under the uniform section for what is acceptable.   I am seeing some things that are not acceptable according to the handbook.

Don't forget that Saturday, October 1st is our Annual Trivia Night. There is still time to put a group together for this fun night.  New families, we would love to see you there.  Once again, our own Mr. Falk, 5th-8th grade math teacher (and who has appeared on  Jeopardy nine times) will be hosting.

This month the  Archdiocese of Milwaukee's focus for the Jubilee of Mercy is the corporal Work of Mercy, "Clothe the Naked." Watch this video from Fr. Ken Omernick, Archdiocesan Missionary of Mercy, describe a teacher he once knew who reached out to her students and lovingly practiced this Corporal Work of Mercy.

Please click here for Archbishop Listecki's weekly "Love One Another" message.
 
Have a wonderful week.

Yours in Christ,  
Mary Tretow  

Grade 8 students participate in the International Day of Peace Prayer Service on Wednesday September 21, in our church. This   service is an annual event offered by the School Sisters of Notre Dame. 
Office Notes                                                   
SMV Office Information
Everyone who enters the school and wants to go past the office must sign in.  Even if you are dropping your child off in the morning.
It is imperative that all families fill out the SMV forms located on the left side under Permanent links. This form has your contact information in case there is an emergency and we need to get a hold of you. Also, this form has the size for your child's 5:11 free t-shirt that each students receives at the beginning of the school year.
Everyone also needs to fill out the Immunization form and the Elmbrook's Home Language Survey.  
Please remember that if your child is going home with someone else for a playdate, we need notes from both children. 

Playground/Lunchroom Reimbursement
Together with the parish office we are closely monitoring who volunteers for playground/lunchroom duties.  We will be re-paying the $200 deposits weekly as duties are completed. As has always been the case, if a family paid their tuition in full, they will be reimbursed through a check. If they are paying through monthly direct withdrawals, their next ACH payment will be reduced by the $200.  We have changed the process for how extra days are paid out.  In the past, with both cash and check payments it was difficult to know who had been paid out and who had not.  This year, there will be no cash payments made for extra volunteer days.  We will make payouts via a check after school closes in June.

Marquette University Engineering Outreach Program    
We are excited to announce  the Fall 2016 Marquette University Engineering Outreach Program   schedule is now available and online, registration is OPEN!   Everything has been posted to the Engineering Outreach website.  On the link below you will find the Fall 2016 Engineering Outreach Program Schedule with course descriptions, grades, dates, and costs.  From this page you can access the online registration page.   
http://www.marquette.edu/engineering/k12-outreach/academies.php
Home and School News

Magazine Drive
Wednesday, September 21st was the SMV Magazine Drive Kick Off!
Thank you for your past support!  The magazine drive is Home and School's 2nd largest fundraiser - this year our goal is $8,500.
*Magazine packets were sent home following the assembly on September 21st.  The sale will run from 9/21 through 10/10.  Collection dates will be Sept. 23rd, 28th, and October 3rd and 10th.  On these days, Emoji collectibles will be distributed!  All orders must be placed by 10/10 to ensure they are received in time for the holidays.  Renew today and receive credit for your family and the school! Visit:  http://www.gaschoolstore.com , and create your online user profile.  SMV's organization ID is:  2235992.  We are requesting orders be placed online.  If you require a paper order form, they are available in the school office.

New Parent Welcome
The "New Parent Welcome" is Thursday, September 22nd at 6:30pm in our school courtyard. This event is  hosted by SMV Advancement Committee and Ambassador Families.  Join us for a fun and casual evening to meet other new parents and members of the SMV school community. Refreshments will be served. We look forward to seeing you!

Trivia Night
Now that your kids are back to school, homework and projects, here is your assignment. Get your team together for Trivia Night! Trivia Night is all about tens, so here are ten facts about the event: Ten questions; Ten categories; Teams of up to ten players; $10 per person; Saturday, October 1st; Doors open at 6:30; In the Atrium; Pick a theme for your table and use your imagination for decor, etc.; Sign-up sheet at left in "links"; Questions? call or e-mail Chris and Mary Kay Zukowski at  262-786-7678  or  czukomd@yahoo.com . Hope to see you there!

Spooks and Spoofs
Please mark your calendars for Friday Oct 21, 5-8pm at SMV for our annual Spooks and Spoofs event.  The event is hosted by the 4th grade families. We need any and all volunteers on deck to help make this event fun for all. There will be games, food, crafts, a bouncy house and more for the kids.  More details to follow, t o signup to volunteer, please click here: 

We need your help filling a few key volunteer roles that are still open (please see below).  If you don't want to be a lead by yourself, find another parent and do it together!  We really need your help to make these events successful!  

SPOOKS & SPOOFS - 4TH GRADE HOSTED EVENT - FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21ST
- Concessions Chair (help is needed to decide the menu for the gym concession area, order/buy/prepare/price all items to be sold (usually chips, pretzels and small candy items) and  solicit donations to keep costs down. Past years' menu and quantities available.)
- Volunteer Coordinator (help is needed to find volunteers for each activity/game/concession/security (inside and outside parking lot) time slot by contacting Youth Ministry and Key Club personnel from area high schools. Day of event, check-in volunteers and sign credit hour slips.)

JUNIOR HIGH FORENSICS CHAIR - GRADES 6-8
This program enables students to strengthen their public speaking skills. Help is needed once a week for after school practices Nov - Jan to listen to team member selections, offer critique and suggest improvement of delivery and content.

OPEN DOOR ELM GROVE - SATURDAY, MAY 20TH
- Sponsorship Chair ( help is needed to secure sponsors and advertisers, schedule representatives in homes the day of the tour, and solicit items for raffle baskets.)
- Logistics Chair (help is needed to obtain necessary permits, display yard signs and banners, ribbon off area in homes, and secure transportation.)
- Publicity Chair (help is needed to market the event through media articles, signs, and posters.)

To signup to volunteer, please click here:   
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c044baea92fa7ff2-201617



Save the date:  May 20, 2017 Open Door Elm Grove
    
Athletic News


            The SMV 8th grade volleyball team took 1st place at the 
St. Matthias Volleyball tournament.
Parish News

"Family: The Seedbed of Vocations" is the topic of the St. Mary's Visitation's Christian Women program on Thursday, September 29th at 7pm in the church atrium. The talk is presented by Father Enrique Hernandez, Vocation Promoter at the Archdiocese of Milwaukee.  All are welcome to attend! 

St. Mary's Visitation is hosting a Blood Drive on Thursday, September 29th from 3-7pm in the Senior Center. Call 877-232-4376 or visit www.bcw.edu/smv to schedule an appointment.

Join us each Wednesday at 1pm in church for the Patriotic Rosary. Our country needs our prayers, all are welcome to attend!
  


 
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