Weekly News , February 20, 2023

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Pewaukee, WI 53072

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February 20, 2023

From the Desk of Mr. Marty Van Hulle, Principal

SAL Parents:

At mass this past weekend, Father Tony (and the visiting priests), informed the congregation that the Archbishop has given permission for the communion cup to once again be offered to mass attendees. The cup will be made available to adults beginning with Ash Wednesday mass this week, while eligible students will have the opportunity to engage in the cup beginning with our all-school mass on Wednesday, March 1.

Following the 8 AM Ash Wednesday Mass, Father Tony and Kathie Amidei will meet with our third through eight graders to remind them of the processes used regarding the distribution and consumption of the sacramental wine. We recognize that not everyone will be comfortable with the resumption of the cup during communion so we respectfully request that you speak with your child(ren) and discuss whether they will be engaging with the cup.

The Lenten Season affords us the opportunity to focus on prayer, fasting, and charity as we remember the love of God that is poured out through Jesus’ death on the cross. Aside from our celebration of weekly mass, students will be engaging in Stations Of The Cross on Tuesday afternoons. We look forward to the opportunity to continue to celebrate and grow our faith during this holy time of year.

God bless you and your family as we begin Lent!

Take care,

M. Van Hulle

Principal, SAL

Upcoming Important Dates

February 22

Ash Wednesday - 8am Mass

February 24

No School - Faculty In-Service

February 25

Signature Event

February 28

Culver's Night

Stations of the Cross 1:30pm - 8th grade plans

February 28-March 14

Spirit Wear Sale

March 01

Mission Shirt Day

March 07

Stations of the Cross 1:30pm - 7th & 3rd grades plan

March 08

Birthday Blessings Mass

March 09

End of Second Trimester

March 10

No School - In Service Day

March 13-17

Standardized Testing (Grades 3,5,7) - Please avoid absences

March 14

Stations of the Cross 1:30pm - 6th grade plans

March 17

Father Daughter Dance

March 21 & 30

Parent-Teacher Conferences

March 24

Donuts with Dad - please RSVP

For more information regarding the mass schedule, including which grades will be doing the preparation for mass and upcoming Birthday Blessings , click here.

School News

Spirit Wear Sale!

The final SAL Spirit Wear sale for this school year will run Friday, February 28th through Tuesday, March 14th. If interested, link to order HERE. (link will be live starting 2/28.) If you have any questions, please contact Sarah Rankel at paulysarah@gmail.com.

Immunization Requirements

Please note that there are new immunization requirements for the state of Wisconsin. The changes are outlined in this document: https://dhs.wisconsin.gov/publications/p03370.pdf. Please contact your child’s pediatrician if you have any questions about the new requirements.

8th Grade Girls High School Scholarship Opportunity

Over the past many years, Milwaukee Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (MACCW) has strongly supported Catholic Education. Attending a Catholic High School is very expensive for our young students, but, well worth the price. This year MACCW will be offering three $1,500 Scholarships to three deserving young girls who are planning to enter a Catholic High School in the Fall of 2023. All applications must be post marked by April 1, 2023 and winners will be notified in early May. Please see the Scholarship Application for additional details and requirements.

Ash Wednesday Masses

Ash Wednesday Masses will be offered at 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM on Wednesday, February 22. All are welcome to join us for the celebration of this Holy Day.

School Advisory Commission

Our School Advisory Commission will be holding their next meeting Wednesday, March 13 at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. All are welcome to attend. For those interested, please see the School Advisory Commission's meeting minutes from the meeting January 11, 2022.

Father Daughter Dance

Planning is underway for this year's Father Daughter Dance. Save the date - March 17, 2023 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM in the PLC. We will have desserts, drinks, raffle prizes, and plenty of fun! The cost will be $20 a family. Please RSVP here!

Donuts with Dad or Dad-like Figure

Dads and Dad-like Figures are welcomed to join us on Friday, March 24 for Donuts with Dad. This is an open house style event to enrich fellowship and fun while also learning a little bit about St. Joseph and everything he did for the Holy Family. You may come to the PLC anytime between 7:00-7:30 AM and stay for as long as your schedule allows. We will provide donuts and beverages for all attendees. Please RSVP by Friday, March 17.

Mindful Meetup

Join us for another fun Mindful Meetup Tuesday, March 14. Register here!

Called To Serve

Parent Volunteer Expectations

Trimester 2 Sign Up (Trimester ends Thursday, March 09)

St. Anthony on the Lake School is a strong, vibrant school due to the help of many volunteers! Please remember, all families are expected to sign up for 3 specific duties per trimester. If you are unable to come to help during the school day, you are asked to sign up and then get a sub from the sub list.

Please sign up for your required three time slots! These are our immediate needs:

Feb 21 - Lunch Server

Feb 22 - Playground Helper, Lunch Server

Feb 23 - Lunch Server

Feb 27 - Playground Helper (2), Lunch Server, Lunch Helper

Feb 28 - Playground Helper (2), Lunch Server (2), Lunch Helper, Health Room Volunteer

March 01 - Playground Helper, Lunch Server (2)

March 02 - Playground Helper, Lunch Server (2)

March 03 - Lunch Server, Lunch Helper

Most duties will take place from 11:15-12:45pm (11:30am arrival time for Health Room).

Please note: ALL volunteers must participate in Safe Environment education before they may

volunteer.

Volunteer Opportunities

We are currently looking for some individuals to step into some volunteer leadership roles. Specifically we are looking for support around:

Helping to plan a Mother-Son event

If you would be interested in supporting either of these events, please contact Ashley Packee at Ashley.Packee@gmail.com. Thank you for your consideration!

Safe Environment Education

Anyone who is volunteering in any manner here at St. Anthony on the Lake will need to participate in a one-time training titled “Safe Environment Education”. This training is mandated by the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. Training is now available virtually. To register please go to “Safe Environment” page on the Milwaukee Archdiocese website and click on register for Safe Environment (on the left hand side of the page). Again, this training, along with a background check is a one-time training requirement for all adults.

Prayers, Gratitude, and Celebration

Please continue to keep the Hansen family in your prayers.

Parish Opportunities

Middle School Summer Outreach - Love Begins Here

All middle schools’ students currently in 6-8 grade are invited to attend our summer outreach. Love Begins Here is coordinated through the Milwaukee Archdiocese and will be hosted by the Catholic Community of Waukesha at St Mary’s Parish. Our service will be local in our community, and we will be with our St Anthony’s group during the day and get to experience new friendships as a larger group in the afternoon and evening. There will be time for service, prayer, swimming, and friendships! We are excited to offer this as an overnight experience again! Please contact Tasha Baures with any questions you may have at baurest@stanthony.cc or 262-691-1115 X1114. Registration is currently open until March 20. You can register here: Middle School Summer Outreach | St. Anthony on the Lake Church (ccbchurch.com)

Early Childhood Field Trips

Are you tired of winter and looking for a new activity to enjoy with your toddlers/preschoolers? St. Anthony's Early Childhood Ministry is organizing the following events. Email Michelle at michelle.m.lukas@gmail.com to let her know you are coming:

Stingrays Allstars (Sussex): March 09, 9:30-11:00. Cost is $5 per child. Families can register on their website at https://www.rayswi.com/for-kids/pre-school-open-gym

Monthly Meet Ups

Moms Group: Meets on March 2 in the Fireplace Lounge. New members are welcome!
Guardians & Angels: Our toddler and preschool playgroup will meet next on March 8 in the Childcare Room.
Preschool Open Gym: Come run off some energy on February 27. Check in at the School Office.
CLOW: Children’s Liturgy of the Word takes place at 9:00 Mass on Sunday. Children ages 4-1^st grade are invited to hear the Sunday Scriptures at their level.