Living, Loving, and Learning Our Faith Through Jesus
Living as members of our Catholic Faith Community;
Loving God and all of His creation; and
Learning for our future on Earth and in Heaven.
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Important Upcoming Dates
Important Upcoming Dates
January 23-27 ALL Student Faith Fair Projects Due
January 23 Stuff the Bus Begins (Scroll down for classroom item to be collected)
January 30 Kids for Heart Challenge Kick Off
January 31 Catholic Schools Week-OPEN HOUSE 5-7PM
February 1 Stuff the Bus Collection Ends
February 2 VIP Mass
February 3 Stuff the Bus-All items due
February 9 Stuff the Bus-Delivery
February 16 Parent Teacher Conferences (In-Person) 3:30-7:30pm
February 17 No school for Students
February 21 Fire Drill
February 22 Alternate Date Fire Drill
February 22 Ash Wednesday
February 22 Ash Wednesday Mass at St. Rita's Parish 6:30pm
March 1 Math Competition (Middle School)
March 2 VIP Mass
March 16 Staff InService- No school for Students
March 17 No School for Students
March 21 State Assessment/Forward Exam
March 21 School Wide Spelling Bee
March 24 Quarter 3 Ends
GREETINGS
GREETINGS
Greetings,
What a busy week! We have been so thankful for the many hands that have stepped in to help during this cold, flu and COVID season. Please stay warm and healthy!
Congratulations to our 8th grade boys for placing third in the St. Lucy's Basketball Tournament and to our 5th grade Girls for placing third in the tournament as well. So proud of you all. More games to come! Check us out.
We are moving into the final stretch of January, please check your child's report card in PowerSchool (PS). February 6, we host our next Optional Parent Teacher Conferences from 3:30-7:30pm. Please reach out to your child's teacher if you are interested in a conference.
We are gearing up for Catholic Schools Week! Please see further down in this newsletter our OOU days for staff and students. We will have some fun activities throughout the week celebrating each day.
For example:
January 29-Celebrating our Parish Faith Family
January 30-Celebrating Our Community
January 31-Celebrating Our Students/OPEN HOUSE-5-7PM
February 1-Celebrating Our Nation
February 2- Celebrating Vocations
February 3-Celebrating Faculty and Staff
Big Night for St. Rita's-January 31, Tuesday-OPEN HOUSE 5-7PM! We invite everyone, especially our new families that are are considering St. Rita's Catholic School for their child(ren).We will have some activities in the gym and all of our Faith Fair projects will be on display. Please join us!
Stay healthy and warm!
Blessings,
Dr. Sue
St. Rita's Mission
Living Loving and Learning Our Faith: Living as members of our Catholic Faith Community; Loving God and all of His creation; Learning for our future on Earth and Heaven.
Before and After Care Pick Up and Drop Off Changes
Before and After Care Pick Up and Drop Off Changes
The purpose of this communication is to share that we will be adjusting the pick up and drop off procedures for our Before and After Care Program.
We have continually evaluated the process and recognize the need to provide a safe and secure environment for students and staff alike.
Therefore, starting Monday, January 23 the new procedures for drop off and pick up are:
DROP OFF
Parents/guardians are required to drop off their child in the vestibule area only.
No one will be allowed to enter the main areas of the building.
The sign in sheet will be carried by the staff member for the parent to sign.
Students will be buzzed in to enter the building and report directly to the before care room.
Staff will assist students with their belongings.
PICK UP
Parents/guardians will buzz in and must remain in the vestibule area.
Parents/guardians will not be allowed to enter the building.
A staff member will bring your child to the door.
The sign out sheet will be carried by the staff member for the parent to sign their child out.
No one will be allowed to enter into the main hallways/building.
We appreciate everyone’s attention to this matter. Our goal is to ensure that the safety and well-being of all staff and students is prioritized while keeping this process running smoothly.
OFFICE REMINDERS
OFFICE REMINDERS
PLEASE CALL THE SCHOOL OFFICE
If leaving early or coming late
Need to pick up a child for any other reason
*Absences- Family trips or vacations are unexcused
STUFF THE BUS
STUFF THE BUS
Please bring items to school starting January 23. Collection ends February 3.
OPEN HOUSE
OPEN HOUSE
BRINGING THE TROPHIES HOME!
BRINGING THE TROPHIES HOME!
We are very proud of our 8th grade boys and 5th grade girls for both winning 3rd place at the St. Lucy's tournament.
We wish all the teams good luck on the upcoming St. Rita Tournament beginning this weekend.
SIENNA MISSION DAY
SIENNA MISSION DAY
Middle School Religion and Social Studies
Middle School Religion and Social Studies
A message from middle school social studies!
Middle schoolers have been learning about current events, the economy and special interest stories every week. In addition, 6th grade is learning about early city-states such as Sumer, the fertile crescent, and how early human settlements solved their challenges. 7th grade is focusing on immigration and its impact on the United States and on immigrants' home countries. They are also learning about other global migration patterns in the past and present. 8th grade is focusing on early American settlements and our path toward independence.
They are doing a great job, keep up the good work!
Mr. Hinkle
Greek and Roman Art
Greek and Roman Art
SECOND GRADE-SNOW GLOBES
SECOND GRADE-SNOW GLOBES
RORY’S ROYAL SUNDAE CONTEST
RORY’S ROYAL SUNDAE CONTEST
We will be holding our annual St. Rita Georgie Porgie’s Night on Monday, January 30th, which is also “Celebrating Your Community” day for Catholic Schools Week. St. Rita’s will earn a portion of the total sales from that night. Each year we hold a competition to create the best “Rory’s Royal Sundae” and the winning sundae will be available for purchase on the 30th!
Classes will be working on their Sundae this week and we will announce the winning class next week Friday.
COACH BODI
COACH BODI
Left Brain,
Right Brain,
Right handed? Brush your teeth with your left hand. This simple trick makes your brain more adaptable to situations in which you may be apt to rely on your right brain abilities without tapping into the left brain. After a few weeks, you may notice your problem solving skills to be somewhat improved.
Thursday Mass & Altar Servers
Thursday Mass & Altar Servers
Altar Servers for Thursday Mass were 4th graders Liam G. and Sophia L. Sixth grade class led Mass this week.
Kids Healthy Heart Challenge
Kids Healthy Heart Challenge
We are very excited to bring back Kids Healthy Heart Challenge to St. Rita's. We are partnering with St. Lucy's. Our goal is to re-introduce this to our students, staff and families. We will have a kick off on January 30 for the students. Our goal is to have at least 100 families register and 18 families take the Finn's Challenge. More details to come but this is just to get us thinking about being active and eating healthy to keep our HEARTS in shape.
For more than 45 years, the American Heart Association has been making a difference with our Kids Heart Challenge. In this video, you’ll hear from a former participant, current coordinators and school administrators about the impact of this important program. Here is the link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7pOjj-RnZg
The American Heart Association is partners with schools across the country to create a community of lifesavers who recognize the warning signs & symptoms and know how to react in an emergency situation. They have set an aggressive goal of introducing 1.8 million families to Hands Only CPR. With your help - we will help crush that goal!
DO YOU LOVE TO READ?
DO YOU LOVE TO READ?
We would love to have you!
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS
We are looking for parents, grandparents or relatives who have time from 2:45-3:05 p.m. any day of the week. We would love to have a team of 6-7 volunteer super readers to work with our students in enhancing their reading skills. If you are interested, please contact Dr. Sue at ssavaglio@sienacatholicschools.org
OOU Days for Catholic Schools Week
OOU Days for Catholic Schools Week
January 30-February 3
January 30-February 3
Monday, January 30-CELEBRATING OUR COMMUNITY
OOU : Class colors and/or Crazy Hair Day
Students and staff may elect to dress in their class colors and/or show us some crazy hair dos/hair styles. One day colored hair spray is ok. No spray bottles at school. Jeans, athletic wear are appropriate. No clothing items showing body parts. No holes, repairs and no midriff or crop type of tops; no crocs. *Students electing not to participate must wear their uniforms.
Class Colors:
3K- White 4K- Gray K- Red 1- Orange 2-Yellow 3-Green
4-Aqua 5-Blue 6-Purple 7-Black 8-Tie Dye
Tuesday, January 31-CELEBRATING OUR STUDENTS
OOU: Backwards Day
Students and staff may elect to wear clothing backwards. *Students electing not to participate must wear their uniforms.
Wednesday, February 1-CELEBRATING OUR NATION
OOU: Patriotic Day
Students may wear Red, White, Blue clothing. Hats and other such attire that supports being patriotic to our Country is acceptable. *Students electing not to participate must wear their uniforms.
THURSDAY, February 2-CELEBRATING VOCATIONS
OOU: MASS DAY -Spirit Wear
School Spirit Wear/St. Rita’s spirit wear only/and/or Blue and White colors, Uniform Bottoms
FRIDAY, February 3-CELEBRATING FACULTY AND STAFF
OOU: Cozy Day
Students and staff may wear their most cozy outfits. Sweatpants, athletic pants, flannels, pj’s and the like. No slippers or crocs
*IF student elects not to dress out, school uniform is required
St. Rita School Basketball Tournament, Volunteers Needed!
St. Rita School Basketball Tournament, Volunteers Needed!
Hello all St. Rita Families,
Tom Ferguson, our Athletic Director is looking for volunteers for the St Rita Tournament.
The money raised during the tournament will go towards new basketball and volleyball equipment.
If you can help, please sign up!
Racine Parental Choice Program Online Enrollment Coming Soon!
Racine Parental Choice Program Online Enrollment Coming Soon!
The online application for the Racine Parental Choice Program opens Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Please remember that February is the only month that will guarantee your child(ren)’s seat in their current school for the 2023-24 school year. When searching for your current school, please select the "Siena Catholic Schools" option on the online application.
Questions? Contact your school office or the Siena Admissions office at (262) 812-0155. Para preguntas o ayuda traduciendo a español, por favor contacte a Cintia Sanchez al (262) 753-1471.
2023-24 School Year Early Bird Enrollment for K3, K4, and K5 (Siena Catholic Schools)
2023-24 School Year Early Bird Enrollment for K3, K4, and K5 (Siena Catholic Schools)
Early Bird Enrollment for children entering K3, K4, or K5 for the 2023-24 school year kicks off on December 1, 2022. To begin the process please fill out the short survey below and someone from the Siena Admissions Office will reach out to you. Siblings of current Siena students have priority for a seat in the K3, K4, and K5 classrooms.
Please note: to enroll for K3, K4, or K5, your child must turn 3, 4, or 5 (respectively) on or before September 1, 2023.
If you have any questions about enrollment, the admissions team can be reached at (262) 812-0155 or by email at admissions@sienacatholicschools.org.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29UKLYdXN3j0TCbEuHDkEt17RpJdprEFCBFt12PNEQdAuRw/viewform
Spring Concert Date Changed
Spring Concert Date Changed
School Mass
School Mass
St. Rita Human Concerns Commission
St. Rita Human Concerns Commission
Building Our Community-St. Rita School and Parish!
Building Our Community-St. Rita School and Parish!
Rita's Parish website is: https://www.st-ritas.org/
The "News & Events" menu has the events scheduled for the parish.
The "Welcome" page also has an "Upcoming Events" list with a link to the "News & Events" page.
The link to the bulletins is on the "Welcome" page as well.
COME JOIN THE FUN!!
COME JOIN THE FUN!!
The St. Rita Dinner Club is a great way to meet new people from church and school while also getting better acquainted with those you already know.
12-14 adults are grouped together and dine out at various medium priced restaurants. There are group leaders who will coordinate and communicate the dates of the gatherings once a month. Perfect for Date Night! Our first dinner gathering will be in February.
This is a very flexible club…just come when you can!
We are starting fresh this year so please sign up with your phone number and email address. Even if you were on a list a couple of years ago, please contact us to sign up again. Hope you can join us! Any questions and for signing up, please contact:
Jeanine McCabe - 262-681-3710 | jmccabe52sbcglobal.net
or
Cathy Ramage - 262-497-5614 | ninerzfanz@aol.com
Racine County Family Resources
Racine County Family Resources
Be there for the ones you love.
Discover mental health agencies near you through our comprehensive resource website RacineCountyFamilyResources.com.
#MentalHeathMatters #MentalHealth #MentalHealthSupport #MentalHeathAwareness #Wisconsin #Racine
Be there for the ones you love. Find mental health resources you need today. RacineCountyFamilyResources.com
Inclement weather on school days
Inclement weather on school days
In rainy or subzero weather, students need appropriate outerwear. Students are outdoors several times a day. A hooded sweatshirt for example is not as adequate as a winter jacket. If the outdoor temperature is 10 degrees or below, wind chill factor of “zero” degrees or below, hard rain or blizzard like conditions, recess is most likely to be indoors. The decision is up to the Principal and at times in collaboration with supervisory staff. While outside, if any playground supervisor determines that the weather is too severe for outdoor recess (as our weather changes often), the outdoor supervisor is authorized to bring the students inside.
Weather Related School Closing
Weather Related School Closing
As we approach the cooler weather, we know in WI things can change quickly, in the event RUSD closes schools for weather, Siena follows suit. No one with the possible exception of maintenance is expected to report to work. Staff will receive an all users communication from Siena/Ms. Kimberly Gardner.
Current Handbook Language we will follow:
The school will be closed including CARES supervision, on days when Racine Unified School District is closed. Closings are announced over local radio (WISN 1130, WTMJ 620 / 94.5, WRJN 1400), television (FOX 6, TMJ4, CBS58, WISN 12), and their media websites. Parents will not hear our school name announced on public media unless there are specific circumstances affecting only our school or only all Catholic schools.
School closings will be announced in the media as Siena Catholic Schools of Racine. Staff will receive an email from Ms. Kimberly Gardner. Rarely used, but if a delayed start is announced for Racine Unified School District, St. Rita will follow the same schedule and delay the start to the day.
Parents may use their own discretion to decide whether to keep their children at home for safety. This absence will be recorded as an excused absence.
Upcoming Safe Environment Classes
Upcoming Safe Environment Classes
Safe Environment: How to sign up: Instructions.
Family Resources
Family Resources
Facebook
Facebook
Be sure to check out our Facebook page and all the great videos we post! We need you to "LIKE" us and share with family, friends and future St. Rita Royals!
Siena's Mission
Siena's Mission
We ignite a spirit of excellence in faith, knowledge,
and service, inspiring students to be who God created them to be.
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