LOVE in  Every Word~ RESPECT in Every Action~ CONFIDENCE in Every Heart
Wednesday Update                       March 8, 2017
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Thank you everyone for the outpouring of appreciation to QP teachers and staff.  What an "Award-winning" week of treats, notes and special activities.  Another great reason why it's great to be a QPer.
 
As we experienced the first week of Lent, the students
 began talking about what it means to take 40 days in prayer, just as Jesus did in the desert.  The temptations are many but we can do anything we put our minds to.  The students will start putting together a heart chain that will show our work throughout Lent.  Join us for Mass, come to the parish events, or join me at morning Mass at 6:30am  (I am 3-4 so far!).  
Enjoy your journey!       


Come and see the amazing performance by our 7th and 8th graders as they present:
 
March 17 @ 7pm
March 18 @ 2pm
March 19 @2pm
Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for student and seniors.
Tickets will go on sale 30 minutes before the performance.

These conferences are requested by the parents.  Please sign-up if you would like a conference.

Parent Survey for Accreditation
If you have not yet completed the parent survey that was sent to you, please take a moment to complete it here.  This survey is part of our re-accreditation process.  Your input is needed and appreciated.

Tuition Tax Deduction
Don't forget to take advantage of the Wisconsin State Tuition Tax Deduction!  This allows parents to deduct tuition paid on their 2016 state income taxes.  For more information and the form, go here.

GRADUATION FUND RAISER at CULVER'S!
TONIGHT March 8 - 4-8p.m.!
At Culver's on Mineral Pt. Rd, a percentage of your purchases will go to the 8th grade class for their graduation.  BE SURE TO TELL THEM you are there for Queen of Peace!

EDUCATION COMMISSION NEEDS YOU!
Learn how you can volunteer here. 
       
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SCHOOL & FAMILY ASSOCIATION   
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School & Family Recruitment
The School & Family Association is looking for new Board members.  Could this be a good fit for you?  Find out more  here .  If interested, please complete the  Board Volunteer Form  and submit to  Tracy Wrycha  on or before  APRIL 1
 
Wellness News
 
Added Cooking Class - Grade 4 - 6!
Due to popular demand, Wellness is now offering another Cooking Class for 4th -  6th Graders  after s chool on Tuesday April 4.  If your child was not able to sign up on March 28, as that class filled quickly, here is their opportunity!  Sign Up Here -- Only 12 spots available!  The Tuesday March 28 Cooking Class for 4-6 Graders is  completely full. The  7th & 8th Grade Cooking Class on March 27 is now full as well.

Mark Your Calendars for Wellness Week:  April 24 -28
We are in the midst of planning fun activities & events for students, parents and staff for our annual QP Wellness Week -  We will have "Movement  Monday", Tasty Tuesday"  Healthy Snack Design Contest, "Well-Being Wednesday", "Thankful  Thursday" Fun Run/Walk, and "Food Tasting  Friday."  Stay tuned for all of the details and class / activity Sign Ups for both students and parents! 

Friday, March 31 
QP Father-Daughter Dance
All Queen of Peace K4-8 grade girls and their dads (or special father figure) are invited to dance the night away! Brought to you by the 4th Grade Girl Scout Troop. Go here for more information. Questions?  Contact Anna Anderson .
 
It's Girl Scout Cookie Time!
Girl Scout Troops still have cookies available for sale! Contact one of our QP troops if you would still like to purchase a box or two!
 
PARISH NEWS
 
Small Christian Communities for Lent
30 small Christian communities are meeting at QP during Lent. SCCs bring people together in prayer and support of live as Catholics in today's world.  If interested, please contact Deb Schroeder.
 
Stations and Soup, Wednesdays March 8-April 5 
Looking for a way to observe Lent as a family - and at least one night a week you don't have to cook dinner? T ry Stations and Soup ! Stations and Benediction at  5:30  in the church, immediately followed by soup in the Gathering Space. All ages are welcome and the cost for dinner is just a free-will offering to support Operation Rice Bowl. See you there!
Interested in making soup or serving? Contact Vicky Franchino from the Queen of Peace Respect Life Committee.
AFTER-SCHOOL OPTIONS  

Spring Sports
5th-8th graders are encouraged to join a spring sport! Opportunities include  Boys Volleyball, Girls Softball, Boys & Girls Track.  Please sign-up & Register with Kathy Balczewski Practices begin next week.
 
Shorewood Summer Drama
Students - do you want to sing, dance and act this summer? If your child has drama in his or her soul, we have classes for age 6-7, age 8-10 and 11-and-up.  Each class rehearses and performs two musicals during a 3-week session.  We also offer a 5-week program for students age 12 and older, which will perform "Bye Bye Birdie." For more information, contact Lynn Hallie Najem 
 
Girls on the Run returns to Queen of Peace for 10 Weeks
Practices: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Learn more here.  We also need coaches.
 
Summer at the EDGE
Edgewood High School is pleased to present Summer at the EDGE, a program that provides broad enrichment opportunities. Your child can explore academic subjects or sports, 3D printing, Math in Real Life, or All-Sports Camp. With over 20 affordable options spanning science/technology, creativity/performing arts, the world around us, athletics/ lifetime skills, and languages/culture, your child is sure to find a camp perfect for them at S.A.T.E.! Learn more here.
 
Save the Date for our summer JMM Volleyball Youth Camp!
Youth Camp: 7/31-8/3 (4-5:30 entering grades 3-5 & 5:30-7 entering grades 6-8) 
 
Edgewood Baseball Camps - June 
Edgewood Eagle Camps are ready for registration with new offerings. Click here

GEM - Growing Early Minds - June 
Classes at UW-Madison for students in grades 2-4.  Learn more  here.
 
Engineering for Kids - New Sessions Starting Soon!   
dane@engineeringforkids.net, 608-620-5750, Learn more, register  
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