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Mission: Siena Catholic Schools of Racine ignites a spirit of excellence in faith, knowledge, and service, inspiring students to be who God created them to be.
Mission: Siena Catholic Schools of Racine ignites a spirit of excellence in faith, knowledge, and service, inspiring students to be who God created them to be.
News From Siena
News From Siena
Dear families and friends of Siena,
I am thrilled to share positive news that impacts all of us at Siena. After years of research, planning, and prayerful reflection, I am pleased to announce the reopening of St. Sebastian School in Sturtevant for the 2023-24 school year. The school will formally be known as St. Sebastian STEM Academy (3126 95th Street, Sturtevant, WI 53177) and will begin serving students in grades 3K-2, specializing in hands-on, experiential, faith-filled learning.
The opening of St. Sebastian STEM Academy brings Catholic education to a quickly-expanding area of Racine County and to a parish that wholly welcomes a school back into the adjoining building. Bringing a Catholic school close to I-94 will be exciting for families in that area and is a sign of growth for Catholic education as a whole.
The Siena Admissions team will immediately begin taking inquiries for interested families with students in grades 3K-2 for the 23-24 academic year. The plan is to add grade 3 in school-year 2024-25, grade 4 in school-year 2025-26, and grade 5 in school-year 2026-27.
Please click here for the full letter sent to families and staff.
Moving forward with faith, we remain stronger together.
Brenda White
President, Siena Catholic Schools of Racine
Quick Notes, Pics of the Month
Quick Notes, Pics of the Month
Winter weather reminder: now that snow and ice are on the horizon, please know that we follow RUSD when it comes to closures and delays due to weather. If Siena schools are delayed or closed, you will receive a call, text, and email to the phone number/email that you have in PowerSchool. TV stations will be notified and information will be posted on social media pages. If schools are closed due to inclement weather, there are no after school activities.
Make a gift to Siena Catholic Schools this holiday season! Your contributions support academics, athletics, extracurriculars, faith formation, and more. They also allow us to attract and retain bright and engaging educators, the heart and soul of our schools. Give now in honor of them and the students whose lives are forever changed because of them!
Save the Date! St. Catherine's High School is bringing back the Black & White Ball on April 22, 2023!
Tuition contracts will be going out in early February. As a reminder, the window to enroll in the Racine Parental Choice Program for the 2023-24 school year is February 1-20, 2023.
OLOGA and John XXIII Center Partner Together
OLOGA and John XXIII Center Partner Together
Beginning in January 2023, it is hoped that John XXIII Educational Center will pilot a new initiative with Our Lady of Grace Academy (OLOGA).
Since the beginning of the center, some families who would like to participate in the center’s afternoon activities lack transportation and time, which make attendance a challenge. Now, with an offer of help from a local benefactor, it may become possible for a number of local families to be part of an initiative to bring students to the center. Read here for more!
St. Rita Spirit Assembly
St. Rita Spirit Assembly
What happens when you combine a St. Rita Spirit Assembly with St. Cat's cheerleaders? Absolute craziness!
The Seventh Grade St. Rita Spirit Committee partnered with faculty, staff, and SCHS students to bring some excitement to the school on December 5. In addition to learning some cheers and crowning the fifth grade winners of the spirit stick, the St. Rita Royal Ambassadors unveiled the Buddy Bench they've spent so much time decorating. A short play followed the ribbon cutting. Additionally, top fundraisers for the SOLES Walk were able to pie Dr. Sue, Mrs. Zondag, and Mrs. Wiemer in the face!
Early Childhood Enrollment Open
Early Childhood Enrollment Open
Did you know soon-to-be three Siena Schools offer a K3 program and that all elementary schools offer a K4 class? K3 and K4 programs build confidence, increase faith formation, develop social skills, and provide a foundation for learning... and it's fun!
All-day daycare can average close to $800 per month. Full-time K3 and K4 is $436.11 a month for 9 months, and with our 12-month payment plan that lowers to $327.08 a month.
It might seem early to begin the enrollment process but with the small class sizes, now is the time to complete the Siena Catholic Schools Inquiry form.
News From Admissions
News From Admissions
Angel Strong... and Affordable!
How can families financially make Catholic high school a reality? We are committed to working with all families to make St. Cat's affordable through the Siena Promise Scholarship ($2,500 per year, all four years), financial aid, and numerous other scholarships.
Financial Aid Application Open for 2023-24 (NEW Families)
Families new to Siena Catholic Schools, or families with a new prospective student for the 23-24 school year, may apply for financial aid early! The first open session for financial aid through Blackbaud Financial Aid closes Wednesday, December 16, 2022. You will need your 2021 tax information to apply. For families that are just wanting to renew their benefits for the upcoming school year, the session opens Wednesday, February 1, 2023, with a closing date of April 15, 2023.
2023-24 SCHS Scholarships Now Available
St. Catherine's is offering scholarship opportunities for students entering grades 9-12. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, January 3, 2023, and complete applications may be emailed to admissions@sienacatholicshools.org or hand-delivered/mailed to the Siena Admissions & Financial Aid Office located at 1220 Villa St. Racine, WI 53403.
To view available scholarships for incoming 9th graders, click here. For students enrolled, or interested in enrolling, in grades 10-12, click here. New for 23-24, all scholarship applications must include the Scholarship Application Form.
News & Notes, Resources
News & Notes, Resources
Siena is looking for Substitutes: If you or you know someone interested in becoming a substitute, please contact bschurman@sienacatholicschools.org.
Consider purchasing e-gift cards through the SCRIP program. This is done online, and it is instant. You can create an account at the Shop with Scrip website.
Purchasing SCRIP e-gift cards provides a rebate back to your school and a rebate to you that can be used towards tuition, spirit wear orders, or student activity fees. Please contact your school secretary if you have any additional questions.
If you have ideas for the Siena community newsletter, have pictures or stories to share, or just want to say hi, you can email me at kgardner@sienacatholicschools.org.
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