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2nd graders had Grandparent/Special Someone day the day after their First Communion
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Save the Date
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May 10
May Crowning
May 16
Spring Talent Show
May 17
5th grade Human Growth & Development
May 21
1st Graders to Miller Park Tour
DARE Graduation
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| 6th grade girls just hanging around |
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| First Graders using Oreo's to learn about the moon phases |
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| Mary helped the relay team last Saturday at the SMV track meet |
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| 3rd graders were investigating how different birds adapt to getting food in their environments |
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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 May 10, 2018
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Dear Families,
The faculty and staff would like to give a big thank you to everyone who made Teacher Appreciation Week so wonderful. The breakfast, gift cards, snacks, recess duties and lunch made us all feel like kings and queens for the week. We certainly felt the love from all of you.
They say that the greatest gift you can give is your time. As we are nearing the end of the school year, I want to thank Tricia Wollersheim and Amy Merrick for being our Home and School Co-Presidents. We could not have done all the wonderful things that make St. Mary's flourish and prosper this year without their time and talent.
Next Wednesday, May 16, is our Talent Show. Come hear the SMV Band under the direction of Mr. Core Klunk and all the talent they have to offer. All our students have been hard at work on their acts. You will be wowed at their performances. We have an afternoon show at 1:00 and an evening performance at 6:30. Please stay after the night time performance for the ice cream social.
During the month of May, we as Catholics traditionally honor Mary, Queen of Heaven and Earth. To celebrate Mary's devotion to Christ, we will once again be crowning her. This year, St. Mary's Visitation May Crowning will take place tonight at 6:30. This special devotion will feature participation by our 8th graders as they take their first step to say farewell to St. Mary's Visitation school, and our parish second graders will also participate in recognition of their First Holy Communion. This is a wonderful tradition and a terrific way to celebrate the month of Mary.
Faithfully,
Mrs. Mary Tretow
Principal
The second graders posing for a picture before their First Commuion
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Principal for a Day Notes May 10, 2018
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Dear SMV families,
It was my sincere pleasure and privilege to serve as principal today with Mrs. Tretow. As principal I read
Franklin Sees a Storm,
to the K4 and Dr. Seuss's
I Wish I Had Duck Fee
t to the K5 kindergarten students. I called my best friend over the intercom and kind of scared her because she did not know why she had to come to the office. In addition, I recited the morning prayer with some fifth graders as well monitored the students at indoor recess and lunch. Furthermore, I helped Mrs. Dries with some duties in the office including laminating and paper shredding. It was exciting when I toured the school and saw a frog get printed in the 3-D printer in the Makerspace. Everybody in fourth grade loved me as principal when I told them they would not have any homework tonight. The rest of the school loved it when I treated everyone to ice cream!!!! I would like to thank my grandparents, Laura and Chuck Albrecht, for the generous donation in purchasing this special opportunity at the SMV auction this year. I appreciate their donation and investment in my school, that I love!!! I loved being Principal of the Day and I hope I can do it again, however, I think it would be nice for another student to have this special privilege.
Gratefully yours,
Chloё Doll
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If your November picture package did not include a yearbook, please contact the school office to purchase one (optional). A form will be sent home and needs to be returned as soon as possible. The cost of the year book is $12.50. Payment also needs to be sent in with the form. Please contact the school office with any questions.
Summer Reading
Parents often ask for direction in assisting their children in finding good books to read during the summer. A favorite is a yearly updated list compiled by the Houston area private school librarians. Follow this link to find lists for all ages.
Summer reading is more convenient when you have your own public library card. Show your library card to Miss Benson anytime during the month of May and receive a special prize. You are never too young for your own library card.
8th Grade Graduation Notes
This is just a reminder that the 8th grade graduation fees were due April 27. Please make sure to get the payment to the school office as soon as possible.
SMV T-Ball
We are pleased to announced that the T-ball sign up is beginning. The season begins Wednesday, June 13th and goes through Wednesday, July 26th. Anyone who is entering grades K3-2nd grade next fall is eligible to sign up and play. You will need to fill out
two forms the first one is the
sign-up form and the second one is the
waiver.
School Supplies for 2018-2019
To make life a little easier for parents, we work with a company called EPI who will package school supplies for your child. Please click on the
link to learn more about the company and how it works. If you are interested in using this company to make to purchase your child's/childrens' school supplies please click here.
The Makerspace is in need of cardboard tubes and sewing supplies: needles and thread.
Thank you to everyone who has donated items! The students really appreciate it!
4th graders enjoyed the tour of the State Capitol
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Field Day
The school weeks are fading away. Summer is around the corner. But before the kids can yell "school's out" they get to participate in Field Day.
You know the day filled with fun, games, crafts and water balloons that they believe just magically happens.
You know the truth: it's time to volunteer. Yes, we need you to spend a few hours in the sun, working at the bounce house and filling water balloons. We promise it will be fun....for the kids.
We are still in need of more coolers, corn hole bean bag games, ladder games, a volleyball net and a few chaperones and clean up.
Field Day is Monday, June 5. There are many ways you can help. Check out the Sign Up Genius
and remember how much your kids love to see your smiling face helping out at school!!
K3 Learning about birds and their nests
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This is a shout out to the superheroes of our school- our amazing teachers! SMV is the school that it is because of these fabulous people. Our teachers continuously go above and beyond the call of teacher duty to help develop our children- both academically and spiritually. They are led by our fearless leader, Mrs. Tretow, who believes it is so important for her to spend time in the classroom as well, observing, developing and encouraging.
During this teacher appreciation week, we say thank you to all our teachers for everything they do for our children. Thank you to Amy Merrick and Trish Wollersheim, and the entire Home and School board, for making our teachers feel special this week. Thank you also to all the parents who have helped out in the classrooms and during recess, or dropped off treats, coffee or goodies to help make the week extra wonderful. We are blessed at SMV to be surrounded by so many great people that make this community such an amazing place!
Dear SMV Parishioners and School,
Thank you for your most generous baby shower gifts to the Women's Care Center to help our moms and babies! I cannot express enough the gratitude we have for you at St. Mary's Visitation who gathered so many amazing items for our moms! You are part of our life-saving mission and we are blessed to have you!
Gratefully,
Sheryl Laird
Executive Director
Women's Care Center-Milwaukee
And with that you will find a few things that are
Positively SMV!
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Marquette University High School senior Aidan Parks is our 2018 valedictorian. This is a tremendous honor for Aidan. As part of this honor he will serve as the Master of Ceremonies at his graduation on Sunday, May 27th at the Al McGuire Center.
Casey Kowalewski '98 and
Dean of Students c
ongratulates St. Mary's School community, as your foundation helped pave the way for Aidan's current success. Thank you!
Have a wonderful finish to the school year!
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Parish News
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Please Join Us....
St. Mary's Visitation Playgroup
Sunday 10-11am:
May 20, 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.
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.
Jr. HIgh Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are need to plan, set up, and run this parish summer program. It is also a great way to earn all of your service hours for Jr. High before school even begins next year. Please click
here if you are interested in volunteering at
Ballpark Day of Faith
This event involves a mass, a tailgate and tickets to the Brewer game on Sunday June 24th. It's a great event and has been growing in popularity each year. The purpose of the event is to make faith relevant in every day life by bringing Christ into the public square through shared pastimes of professional sports and entertainment.
For those interested in buying tickets, they can be purchased at the website:
www.dayoffaith.com
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Mission & Catholic Identity
Effective 2016-2021
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