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From The Desk of Mr. Johnston |
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Dear Families,
On our abbreviated week this week, I wanted to share with you a message that our students heard last week that really resonated with everyone.
At last Wednesday’s school mass, Father Patrick gave a homily about love. He started by talking about how we love various people and things in our lives, but in very different ways. For example the ways we love food, our family and Jesus are all very different. He then went on to explain that love is not an emotion, but rather a choice. When we love our friends, family and others that is something that we choose, willingly and consciously.
The main point of the homily was made in the statement “choose love.” This was a perfect way to make the point to our students because it is not a phrase young people would typically hear and so made them pay attention, but it was simple enough that the students could internalize it and do something with the sentiment to “choose love.” Love, in all its forms, is a choice and one that serves to build each other up.
This week down by the 4K classroom there are signs written by that class reminding people walking by to again choose love. So as you go through your weekend, all the students and staff of St. Alphonsus encourage you to choose love!
As a reminder, there is no school on January 14th or 17th for staff Professional Development.
Stay safe and have a great weekend!
Russ Johnston
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COVID Dashboard Latest Update
Here is the link to the school's COVID Dashboard. The COVID Committee continues to meet regularly to evaluate the situation. The dashboard is updated as much as we can today, and continues to be updated each week as statistics are available--typically on Fridays. This week's dashboard will be updated tomorrow.
Because of the new CDC Guidelines there have been many questions and confusion surrounding what the new guidelines mean. Here is a chart that explains the guidelines clearly and concisely so that you can reference it if you have questions.
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We also have St. Alphonsus COVID Policies, updated guidelines and information, and a link to our COVID dashboard on our website where you can always access the latest information pertaining to COVID and our school.
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Important Dates to Remember |
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1/14 & 1/17
No School
Teacher In-Service
1/18
8th Grade &
Extracurricular Pictures
7:45am Community Room
1/19
Dine Out Night
Panda Express, Greenfield
Details Below
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1/23
Open House, 12-3pm
Invite your friends and family!
Details below!
1/28
Last Friday of the Month
Out-Of-Uniform Day
No Donation Necessary!
1/31 - 2/4
Catholic Schools' Week
Scholastic Book Fair
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Open House is coming!
Parents: YOU are our best form of advertisement!
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Our Open House for prospective students & families will take place on Sunday, January 23 from 12 to 3pm. Please help us spread the word about the great environment, learning, & family atmosphere that St. Alphonsus provides! YOU are our best form of advertising, so help us to spread the word by inviting your family and friends to attend and sharing our social media posts when you can. You can find us on Facebook here and Instagram here.
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8th Grade SUPERFAN Class Trip Fundraiser! |
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Get your St. Alphonsus SUPERFAN shirt to help support the 8th Grade students' fundraiser towards their class trip! |
This SUPERFAN shirt can have your child’s name printed on the back and can be worn to support your child in any sports activity or other activity they participate in at St. Alphonsus School this year, or in future years! A t-shirt, long-sleeve shirt and sweatshirt are available in gray or white. As we anticipate the upcoming Padre Basketball Tournament for our 8th graders, it is a great time to become an official SUPERFAN!
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The window to order is open for a limited time, and you have the option to have your purchase sent home via your child’s classroom to save on shipping costs!
Please click on this link to order your SUPERFAN shirt today! If you have any questions, please contact Kelly Meinholz.
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Students will be taking STAR Reading and Math assessments the weeks of January 17th and 24th.
Your child's homeroom teacher will communicate the exact dates to you. Please be sure that your child gets plenty of sleep and eats a healthy breakfast on their test days!
Results will be sent home as soon as all make-up testing for absent students has been completed. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Bruhn.
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St. Alphonsus Student Earns Top Score in MUHS Entrance Exams! |
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Congratulations to Will Peelen! |
We are so proud to congratulate Will Peelen, one of our graduating 8th graders this year, who scored a TOP score in the Marquette University High School entrance exams.
Over 400 students in the Milwaukee metro area took the exam. Because of his high score, Will was awarded the President's Magis Scholarship.
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Congratulations, Will, and best of luck at MUHS next year!
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Dine Out Night - Panda Express |
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Mark your calendars for Dine Out Night on Wednesday, January 19th at Panda Express.
The event is from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Greendale location, 5230 S. 76th Street, near Southridge Mall. Grab lunch or dinner and support your school!
In order for us to get credit, please mention St. Alphonsus Dine Out Night when you are placing your order.
Thank you for all your support of Dine Out Nights so far this year. See you on January 19th for Dine Out Night at Panda Express!
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Scholastic Book Fair Updates |
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The Scholastic Book Fair is Back! |
This year's Scholastic Book Fair will be held during Catholic Schools Week, January 31 - February 4.
Students will preview the fair on Monday and Tuesday, then finalize their purchases on Wednesday & Thursday. The Parish will also shop the book fair after all masses on the weekend of January 28.
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Volunteers are needed!
The Book Fair needs volunteers to setup, clean up, serves as cashiers (we will train you!) and help students and Parishioners shop.
We will have additional time slots available to volunteer during the school week once our Book Fair schedule is confirmed with teachers & staff! Look for that next week.
Don't have time to volunteer? No problem! You can also help us by promoting the Book Fair to your family and friends. Check out our Book Fair homepage here and share our posts on the school social media pages when you see them.
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Set up your eWallet!
Thank you for your support of this year's fair!
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Last week your child brought home a Presale Ticket Order Form for Fun Fair. It's not too early to buy those tickets! A copy is included here if you need another.
Also remember to start sending in your Fun Fair Prizes. They can be dropped off in the office - be sure your bag or box is marked "Fun Fair Prizes." For those that would like the committee to shop for you, just send $15 to school in an envelope marked "Fun Fair Prizes" and we'll take care of the rest!
Finally, be sure that your calendar is marked for Friday, February 25th from 5:00 to 8:00pm so you don't miss this great event.
See you at Fun Fair 2022!
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Amazon Smile: Another easy way to support our school! |
Did you know you can support St. Alphonsus Home & School just by shopping on Amazon? Sign up with Amazon Smile (it takes only seconds!) and St. Alphonsus receives 0.5% of all eligible purchases when you shop. Same prices, same products, and no cost to you. |
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We are currently looking to fill the following open positions for next year:
- Fun Run
- Cookie Walk
- Hospitality/Teacher Appreciation
- School Supplies
Home & School is a fun and rewarding way to get involved. If you are interested in any of these positions, please contact Tanya Pochowski.
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Open Positions with Home & School |
Did you make a New Year's Resolution to get more involved in your school & community? Why not join us in the Home & School Association? |
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St. Alphonsus Moms' Group Reminder |
Please join the St. Alphonsus Moms' Group Saturday morning, January 15 at 9:30am in the Community Room! We will be praying the Rosary as a group and would love to have many moms there. Hope you can make it!
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Franklin High School Freshman Preview |
Attention 8th Graders! Incoming Freshman Enrollment for Franklin High School begins in January with their Freshman Preview Night. This will take place Monday, January 24th OR Tuesday, January 25th at 6:30pm.
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Time to Register at Catholic Central High School! |
It is time to complete the application process and start your journey at CCHS for the 2022-2023 School Year!
We are here to help you along the way. Whether you are a new student, or interested in transferring to our school, we have options for you. Our next placement exam will be on January 15, 2022 at 8am at Catholic Central High School.
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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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