Good Afternoon Parents:
This Sunday is the Mass for our First Communicants. The large group celebrates at a 1:30 pm Mass. Our school Mass for our Communicants takes place on
May 23
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. The children wear their Communion clothes and are recognized by the entire school.
Our eighth grade will be graduating on Saturday, June 2
nd
at the 4:30pm Mass. Since we have 50 graduates plus family and friends, there will be limited space available. Following the Mass, there will be a short break and then the graduation ceremony will take place followed by a reception in the Community Room. I arrived at St. Al's when these graduates were in 4K. What a transformation they have gone through and it is my privilege to have traveled the journey with them.
Students in grades 3, 5, and 7 will be bringing their IOWA test results home next week. This is a nationally normed test which means the students are compared to other private school students across the nation. It is a snapshot in time of their abilities and is only one piece of data in assessing student achievement.
We also use STAR testing which measures student improvement in math and reading throughout the year. This is another tool that helps to get a complete picture of student learning and allows the teachers to individualize student learning. Along with teacher observation, in class testing, projects, and other forms of assessment, we continually work to help our students grow in their learning.
Reminder: Teachers have an in-service on Monday, May 7, so there is no school.
Keep dodging those raindrops and see you in church!
Mrs. Wadzinski
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Take our Parent Survey
Since you are your children's first and most important teacher, we are always looking for feedback about our school to continue improving the education we offer at St. Alphonsus School. Please take 5-10 minutes to complete this survey with your thoughts about your family's experience at our school. The survey will close on May 13th. Results will be used to help set goals for School Committee, faculty and administration. Thank you again for choosing St. Alphonsus and for being a true partner in your children's education.
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IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES
05/07/18 NO SCHOOL - Teacher In-Service
05/08/18 Chess Club Rm 200 3:10-4:05 PM
5/11/2018 8th Grade Retreat to Holy Hill
05/15/18 Chess Club Room 200 3:10 PM
05/17/18 8th Grade Musical 7:00 pm
05/18/2018 8th Grade Musical 7:30 pm
05/19/2018 8th Grade Musical 2:00 pm
05/19/2018 8th Grade Musical 7:30 pm
05/22/18 Chess Club Room 200 3:10 PM-4:05 PM
05/23/18 Cousin's Night at 7700 S. Lovers Lane 4-7PM PM
05/24/18 Fiesta of the Arts in church 6 - 7:30 PM
05/25/18 Cougar Outdoor Extravaganza Day 8AM - 3 PM
05/25/18 Non-Uniform Day
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SAFETY PATROL
Cadets should report at 7:15 a.m. each scheduled day. They will have the privileged responsibility of assisting our parents and students during morning drop off. They are supervised by a staff member.
Mrs. Boyle
May 7
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- 11
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Jackson D.
Ava D.
Maia D.
Vivian G.
Emma J.
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Disney's The Lion King, Jr.
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DISNEY'S The Lion King, Jr.
The 8th Grade Class of 2018 is proud to present Disney’s
The Lion King, Jr.,
in St. Alphonsus Spangler Hall (Gymnasium).
Thursday, May 17
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at 7:00 pm
Friday, May 18
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at 7:30 pm - SOLD OUT
NEW MATINEE: Saturday, May 19
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at 2:00 pm
Saturday, May 19
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at 7:30 pm
Advance Ticket Sales have ended.
Tickets may be purchased at the door. All tickets are $9.00 and seating is General Admission.
Door Open 30 minutes prior to each show!
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8th Grade Class Musical – Be a Patron!
In addition to ticket sales, the annual 8th grade musical is funded by donations to the “St. Alphonsus School Drama Fund.” We are asking for your financial support to keep the drama program active from year to year. Donor names are featured on a prominent page in the playbill. Please view the link below or the letter in the “Friday Folder” for details on contributor levels and how to make a donation. The 8th grade class greatly appreciates your support!
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FIESTA OF THE ARTS
Mark your calendars and help celebrate the arts with us.
“Fiesta of the Arts”
will be on Thursday, May 24th from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM at St. Alphonsus. This event brings many forms of art together to raise money for The Ronald McDonald House and to highlight our art programs. Hope to see you there!
SAVE THE DATE!
“FIESTA OF THE ARTS”
Benefitting the Ronald McDonald House
Thursday, May 24, 2018
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
St. Alphonsus School
Featuring: K4 Art Show and Sing-a-long
K5 Play – “Noah’s Big Boat”
Gr. 8 Art Exhibit
Spanish Plays
Various Music Ensembles
Friends and family will also have the opportunity to learn more about how values based restorative discipline continues be integrated into our school and receive a special keepsake to help you incorporate virtue development at home.
Stop by at the LIV (Leaders in Virtue) Team table during this wonderful celebration!
Hope to see you all there!
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Friendship Without Borders News
Mr. Gerry and the mission team are traveling once again to the orphanage in Guatemala. We are leaving on May 18
th
and returning on May 28
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Once again, we are looking for your help. In the past, the school families have been very generous in donating needed items. This year we are hoping to get donations of new
t-shirts, socks, and underwear for children from the age of 1 all the way up to the age of 17. The biggest group of children right now are around the ages of 9-11, but they could use items for all the ages.
The orphanage has also asked for donations of new backpacks.
There will be a box outside of the school office during the weeks of April 23-27 and April 30- May 4 in which to deposit any donations.
Thank you in advance for your support. If you have any questions, please call Mr. Gerry at 414-704-3670.
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SEVENTH GRADERS VISIT SCHOENSTATT RETREAT CENTER
On Monday, April 23, the seventh graders went to the Schoenstatt Retreat Center in Waukesha, Wisconsin.
Their
service project was with the Laudato Si’ Project (LSP), which is a non-profit organization dedicated to furthering its mission by connecting and educating people about the value of our natural world.
The
Laudato Si' Project does a great deal of stewardship and restoration work at the Schoenstatt Retreat Center in Waukesha on a 400 acre property that provides a great atmosphere for weaving together Catholic teaching and environmental stewardship work while being immersed in God's beautiful creation.
The students heard an introduction on Catholic Stewardship and Laudato Si and then hiked to one of the work sites to do invasive species removal and stacking as well as erecting bird houses.
A favorite break activity was eating chocolate chip cookies baked by the Schoenstatt sisters.
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St. Alphonsus Tiger Scout
Info Night
Pack 596 of St. Alphonsus invites parents of 5K to join us on
Wednesday, May 16th at 6:00pm
in the Multi-Purpose Room to learn more about the Tiger Scout program at St. Alphonsus. Bring your future scout and stay for the May Pack meeting beginning at6:30!
Cub Scouts is a great way for boys to learn about responsibility and respect for others, while also promoting self-esteem and having fun. Please come and learn more!
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FUTURE CITY TEAM
The Future City Team, Sedai, was invited to present to the We Energies Board of Directors this week. Our students had an opportunity to talk about their City and answered questions from the Board of Directors. The Board was delighted with the team’s work! Way to go, Team Sedai!
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TAYLOR JANNSEN
Taylor Jannsen of PerformanceMax Basketball will be running a summer basketball camp at St. Alphonsus on the dates of July 30th-August 2nd. Started in 2011, Taylor Jannsen has worked with thousands of basketball players ranging from the youth levels up through the NCAA D1 level. His mission is to give players the opportunity to enhance their basketball skills and knowledge, but also use the game and his platform to reinforce valuable life lessons that exist through sport.
The camp will be open to boys and girls entering 5th-8th grade. More information on the camp is as follows:
When:
Monday, July 30th- Thursday, August 2nd
Where:
St. Alphonsus Gym
Session Times:
Session 1: Incoming 5th-6th Grade Boys (8:15 AM- 9:45 AM)
Session 2: Incoming 7th-8th Grade Boys (9:45 AM- 11:15 PM)
Session 3: Incoming 5th-6th Grade Girls (11:30 AM- 1:00 PM)
Session 4: Incoming 7th-8th Grade Girls (1:00 PM- 2:30 PM)
Cost:
$80 Per Player
Registration Info:
Registration will be completed online by following the links provided. This event is private to St. Al's attendees, so this event will not be listed on Taylor's public website. The only way to view and register for the event are is through this email and the links attached with it.
Session 1: Incoming 5th-6th Grade Boys (8:15 AM- 9:45 AM)
Session 2: Incoming 7th-8th Grade Boys (9:45 AM- 11:15 PM)
Session 3: Incoming 5th-6th Grade Girls (11:30 AM- 1:00 PM)
Session 4: Incoming 7th-8th Grade Girls (1:00 PM- 2:30 PM)
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Scrip Tips
Mother’s Day is almost here - why not use Scrip to treat Mom on her special day?! You can use Marcus Scrip to take her to the movies, choose from a variety of restaurant Scrip to take her out to eat, and get her a gift card to her favorite store. With so many choices, you’re sure to make Mom happy!
When and where is Scrip available in the coming weeks?
Sat. May 5
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4:00 - 4:30pm in the Community Room
Sun. May 6
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8:30 - 11:00am in the Community Room
Thurs. May 10
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Backpack mail (Please send orders in by Wednesday)
Fri. May 11
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7:30-8:30 am in the School Lobby
Sat. May 12
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4:00 - 4:30pm in the Community Room
Sun. May 13
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8:30 - 11:00am in the Community Room
Stay up to date with Scrip
Follow us on Facebook for the latest news. Find us at:
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BOX TOPS WANTED!
I know that May is a busy month; end of the school year activities, sports have start. And it’s hard to find time to clip box tops to a form. Don’t worry, toss what you have in a baggie or envelope, mark it with your child’s name and classroom number, and put it in backpack mail. I’ll take care of the counting for you!!
Current Classroom Contest Rankings for 3rd Trimester:
· Mrs. Ladenthin 1st place (13 Sheets)
· Mrs. Gutche 2nd place (11 Sheets)
· Mrs. Frank 3rd place (10 Sheets)
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Marquette University High School
Summer Sport Camps
Sport camps for speed & strength, basketball, football, soccer, volleyball and wrestling will be offered at MUHS this summer for boys entering grades 3-9. Information is available on the website under:
www.muhs.edu/athletics/sport-camps-youth
Summer EXPLORE! 2018 Programs
Programs are available for boys entering grades 5-9. This is an opportunity to experience Marquette High firsthand. Programs are offered in Computer Science, History, Science, German, Movie Making, and Forensics. If you have any questions, contact JoAnn Cekanor, program coordinator, at
cekanor@muhs.edu
. Program details and online registration:
www.muhs.edu/admissions/summerexplore
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FRANKLIN FAMILY 5K RUN/WALK
On Saturday, May 5th, The Franklin Health Department along with members of the group Operation Fit Franklin will be hosting a Family 5k Run/Walk.
If you have any questions you can contact Kristin Anderson at the Franklin Health Department at
KAnderson@franklinwi.gov or 414-425-9101
For more information, you may view the flyer below:
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Greendale High School Girls Basketball Camps
Grades 3-9 (2018-19 school year)
Come ready to learn basic fundamentals of basketball with the main focus on the individual skills of ball handling, passing, shooting, defense, and rebounding through drills and team activities! Please click on the link below for additional information.
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Summer Adventure Club
The Summer Adventure Club is more than a summer day care, it’s an adventure! The program offers hands-on activities that will hold your child’s attention, build self-esteem and build confidence. Your child will explore, create, problem-solve, experiment and most importantly, have a great time! Please view the following links for additional information.
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PIUS XI SUMMER PROGRAM
Pius XI Catholic High School would like to share our summer camp program with you and your families. Many new, exciting offerings are available this year for students entering grades 3 – 9. The brochure is attached, and families can also access it at
www.piusxi.org/summer-camps
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FRANKLIN HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS SUMMER BASKETBALL CAMP
Franklin High School basketball coaching staff is conducting summer basketball camps for girls. For more information please visit www.sabersdominate.com. You may also follow the link below.
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Catholic Memorial Information
CMH 2018 Summer Camps
For students entering Grades 1-12
There is a CMH Camp for every interest! Get involved and stay active this summer at CMH!
Sports
Boys Volleyball, Girls Volleyball, Soccer, Boys’ Strength Training, Girls’ Strength Training, Wrestling, Tennis, Boys’ Basketball, Girls’ Basketball, Co-ed Running, Football, Golf, Rugby
Academics
Camp Challenge (Engineering/Science), Biomedical Science, Creative Writing
Fine Arts
Camp Create, Creative Expressions through Art & Writing, Graphic Novel/Comic Bookmaking, Photography, Wearable Art & Fashion, Printmaking, Kids Comedy, Drama 1, Drama 2, Drama 3, Musical Camp
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