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From The Desk of Mr. Johnston |
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Dear Families,
I hope that you are finding some time for prayer and reflection this Advent season. There has been plenty of activity around the school this week, but also reminders of how we should be prayerful and reflective as the season of Advent continues.
The students in 5K to 3rd grade have been practicing hard for the Christmas Program this week and we are nearing the day of the performance. The 8th Grade students are also working hard on preparing for the Las Posadas Ceremony coming up on the 22nd. Having events and performances such as these is very exciting and gives our students the opportunity to not only share their talents with the community, but also to praise God with song and prayer.
Besides these types of activities and rehearsals, many students also had the opportunity this week to take part in the Sacrament of Reconciliation with Father Kevin and Father Patrick. This is one of those opportunities that reminds students to be prayerful and reflective in the season of Advent.
An additional exciting note: starting in January, we will welcome the return of several other extracurricular activities: Chess Scholars, Let’s Code It and Smart Start Art. Information about registration is in this newsletter; please take a moment to check them out!
Thank you for reading and have a wonderful weekend!
Russ Johnston
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COVID Dashboard Latest Update
Here is the latest update to the school's COVID Dashboard. The COVID Committee continues to meet regularly to evaluate the situation.
The dashboard is updated as of 12/10/2021, and continues to be updated each week as statistics are available.
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Important Dates to Remember |
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12/11 & 12/12
Cookie Walk
after all masses
12/15
Dine Out Night
MOD Pizza
details below
12/16
Christmas Program
Face Masks REQUIRED
10:00am & 6:30pm
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12/17
Last Friday of the Month
Out-of-Uniform Day
Check Details Below to Participate
12/22
Las Posadas 8:15am
Face Masks REQUIRED
Noon Dismissal
12/23 - 12/31
No School
Merry Christmas &
Happy New Year
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Remember, this year's Last Friday of the Month Out-Of-Uniform Days are tied to a donation to charity.
Our December Out-Of-Uniform charity is the Catholic Charities Winter Drive. Between now and December 17, please bring in at least one item per family in order to have an Out-Of-Uniform day for your students during the last Friday of the Month. Items needed can be found here. Consider picking up one or more items during your holiday shopping and help us celebrate the season of giving. If you opt not to participate, your students should wear their regular uniforms on Friday, December 17.
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As the days get colder, please remember to send hats & mittens to school with your students for outdoor recess.
If you have a student in the younger grades, please help the teachers out by practicing with your student how to put on their hats, mittens, gloves, and other winter gear. This makes it easier to get outside for recess!
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More Extracurriculars Returning! |
Beginning in January, St. Alphonsus Catholic School is happy to welcome back three extracurriculars:
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You can find out more information about each program by clicking on the links above to view each program's flyer. To register, visit this link and use the appropriate class codes listed on each flyer.
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3rd Grade Writes to Troops for Advent
Hello from 3rd Grade!
‘Tis the season of Advent, which is a time of giving and loving each other.
In a recent homily, Father Patrick talked about including those that are typically forgotten during the Advent season. These 3rd graders are very thoughtful when it comes to making people feel loved and appreciated. They love making cards for others! One of their favorites was when we decided to write cards to Veterans for Veteran’s Day.
So, keeping that in mind, this class wanted to write letters to our Troops who are currently deployed and are not able to spend time with their families this holiday season. In 3rd grade, we are always focusing on how we treat others and love our neighbors as ourselves.
This activity required students to focus on what they are practicing in ELA, including practicing their typing skills, as well as writing, and making sure to use capital letters, correct spelling, spacing, and punctuation.
--Calli Gonring, Third Grade Teacher
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Do Your Holiday Shopping While Earning Tuition Credit with SCRIP!
Final Order for Physical Cards Before Christmas is Sunday, Dec 12th!!
Purchase your holiday gift cards through Scrip and earn credit off next year’s tuition at the same time. The Scrip program is now completely online!
Scrip is a great way to help out school while also taking care of all of your holiday gift card needs...and you can use Scrip for gift cards year round, as well!
Get your stocking stuffers or gifts for your postal workers & neighbors through Scrip. We have a multitude of cards for $5 or $10...Barnes & Noble, Bath and Body Works, Dunkin' Donuts, Target, Walmart, Amazon and many more. We also currently have a limited amount of cards for local retailers available, including Broad Street Coffee and Culver's.
To purchase Scrip, fill out the Enrollment form and email Ginger in the school office for the Scrip enrollment code, then create your account online. You also need to return the Scrip Agreement and Waiver to the school office, but once your account is created online, you can shop immediately!
Thank you for supporting the St. Alphonsus Scrip Program!
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For more details about the Scrip program, please see the following documents:
Forms to Get Started
Shopping Notes
E-cards and reload orders are processed any day or time and the dollars purchased will be available almost immediately.
For physical cards, orders are due
December 12th by midnight
***December 12th will be the last order date for physical cards before Christmas***
Cards will be available for pick up at the school office the Thursday after orders are processed.
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It's time for Dine Out Night at MOD Pizza!
Join us on Wednesday, December 15th from 10:30am to 10:00pm at the Greenfield location of MOD Pizza, 8833 West Sura Lane. This is one of the few Dine Out Nights that runs all day, so grab lunch or dinner and support our school.
St. Alphonsus will get 20% of the orders placed that day!
To ensure St. Al's get credit, here is what you need to do:
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Dine In - be sure to mention St. Alphonsus at the register before you pay.
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Online Ordering - Use the coupon code of GR196751S at check out. We know that Dine Out Nights can get busy around dinnertime, so order ahead and save some time!
Please note: because of the Christmas Program on Thursday 12/16 and the Out-of-Uniform Charity Day on Friday, 12/17, the Out-of-Uniform day for this Dine Out night will be Monday, 12/20. Remember to get a copy of your receipt and bring it to school on Monday in order for your students to be out of uniform.
If you have any questions about Dine Out Nights, contact either of our Dine Out Night Coordinators:
Dine Out Nights - the easiest and most delicious fundraisers around!
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Cookie Walk Update
Thank you to all the families that dropped off cookies today for this weekend's Cookie Walk fundraiser.
You still have time to help!
- Ran out of time but still want to bake? We can accept cookies Saturday from 12-3 at the gym doors!
- Don't forget to stop by after masses all weekend long to buy some amazing cookies!
If you have questions, please contact Erin Ryan via email here or by phone: 414-336-5324.
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What is the Cookie Walk?
The St. Alphonsus Cookie Walk is an annual holiday tradition and fundraiser that celebrates the baking talents of our school families. Cookies are sold to members of the Parish after all masses on December 11th and 12th.
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The Scholastic Book Fair is Coming Soon! |
The Scholastic Book Fair is back this year and we are excited about it. The fair will be held during Catholic Schools Week, from January 28 to February 4.
Look for more details in the next few weeks about how to volunteer to help!
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Save the Date for the Return of Fun Fair! |
The St. Alphonsus annual Fun Fair, an indoor, family carnival, is returning this year!
The Fun Fair will be held Friday, February 25 from 5:00-8:00pm in the gymnasium and community room.
The Fair includes carnival games, food, raffles, and fun, while providing direct financial support for our school.
Please watch backpack mail in the coming weeks for more information.
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Get your St. Alphonsus
Basketball Spirit Wear Now!
Support your Cougars with a new hoodie or polo shirt and cross those sports fans off your holiday shopping list while you're at it.
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Front Row: Julia, Hanna, Lizzie
Back Row: Kaitlyn, Mairin, Macey, Grace, Alyssa, Giselle
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8th Grade Girls Basketball Takes First Place in Tourney |
Congratulations to the 8th Grade Girls Basketball team, who took first place in the St. John Vianney Tournament. They played great games against St. John Vianney and St. Dominic, and a fantastic Championship Game vs. Christ King
Congratulations, ladies!
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Catholic High School Events |
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Catholic Memorial High School STEM Challenge!
It’s time to start planning for the 8th annual PROPEL STEM Challenge to be held on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, from 8:30am – 1:30pm at Catholic Memorial High School. This will be an in-person event, but masks will be required except when eating lunch.
Last year's STEM Challenge had a total of 280 middle school students from 29 public and private schools in Waukesha, Ozaukee, and Milwaukee County attend the event. This is a wonderful opportunity to introduce students to design thinking, while solving a fun, yet challenging problem. This event is free and students receive lunch and a t-shirt.
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Do you have items for the newsletter? To submit them or for questions and submission guidelines, please contact Amy Schermetzler.
Please note that submissions are due by 5:00pm Wednesdays.
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