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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.
Important Upcoming Dates
Important Upcoming Dates
12/20 Christmas Concert 6-7:45 pm
12/22 Christmas Parties in Classroom
12/23-1/2 No School Christmas Break
1/3 Classes Resume
1/12 Second Friday Count Day
1/15 No School for Students- Siena Mission Day
1/19 Quarter 2 Ends
1/22 Quarter 3 Begins
1/28-2/2 Catholic Schools Week
1/30 St. Rita School Open House 5-7pm
GREETINGS!
GREETINGS!
Dear St. Rita Families,
It is so exciting to be here for my first advent as your principal. The students have a prayer service planned each week in addition to our mass days as we prepare to celebrate Christmas. Students and staff are invited to wear purple tops the next two Mondays as we light the first two candles in our advent wreaths, which signify hope and peace. Please note the messages from St. Rita's Parish religious education - they have several special events planned this month, including a movie night, advent breakfast, and caroling.
Please reach out to your child's teachers if you have concerns or questions. I have noticed each classroom has special events and celebrations throughout the month, which teachers share through Class Dojo. It is a special time of year and our teachers are making incredible memories with our students! As I mentioned in the last newsletter, our teachers would appreciate parent volunteers not only for parties, but for practicing math facts in small groups. If you are able to give the gift of time - even 30 minutes a week - please contact your child's teacher.
Warmly,
Beth Woodward
bwoodward@sienacatholicschools.org
Principal, St. Rita School
Here are a couple of repeat items from previous weeks:
ST RITA SCHOOL FACEBOOK PAGE
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
We are in need of volunteers to help with lunch supervision between 11-12. Please email bwoodward@sienacatholicschools.org if you are interested in helping, even one day per week.
Many helping hands build community and lightens the work load.
In addition to day-to-day activities, we are always open to new members and ideas for our Royal Parent Student Association. This is a parent-led volunteer organization that organizes recognition and fun activities as well as supports the school’s need for extra hands in a variety of ways.
SAFEGUARDING ALL OF GOD’S FAMILY
Safeguarding program and background check MUST be completed before you can volunteer at school or chaperone any school event or field trip.
Heartfulness Club
Heartfulness Club
3rd- 5th grade students are invited to start their day with prayerful mindfulness.
Relaxation exercises, Christ’s teachings and the power of play are the focus of this club.
Mindfulness and faith improve compassion and focused attention.
Club time starts at 7:15 am on Monday, Jan. 8th for 6 weeks. Email Coach Bodi with any questions. Gbodi@sienacatholicschools.org
Forms went out and should be returned to the office or Coach Bodi.
St. Rita Parish Breakfast
St. Rita Parish Breakfast
Join us on Sunday, December 10th following the 8:00 and 10:30 am Masses in the school gym for breakfast with St. Nick.
Reservations are required. Forms were sent out this week. Please return forms by Tuesday December 5th to the office.
Buy raffle tickets at the breakfast for the chance to win one of the many Christmas Baskets.
Funds raised go back to the school to support the efforts of our parent association, additionally 10% of the proceeds will be donated to our St Rita Church.
Breakfast Volunteers Needed
Breakfast Volunteers Needed
During the first parent meeting many new parents wondered how they can volunteer. This is a great opportunity to do just that!
Please see the sign up below to volunteer for the Parish Advent Breakfast. Many slots available to help set up, take down, sell raffle tickets and even donate a bakery item. This opportunity also has spots for our 6th, 7th and 8th graders.
Thank you for the donations already! The baskets maybe the best yet! We appreciate it!
Treats for St. Monica's Senior Living
Treats for St. Monica's Senior Living
Advent/Christmas 2023
Dear Families of St. Rita’s:
We are very excited to help the residents at St. Monica’s Senior Living in Racine by donating individual store purchased packages of snacks, cookies, or candy!! We are asking school families to help us with this service project. The seniors at St. Monica’s play Bingo on Christmas Day to win dimes to purchase the individual packaged treats. Please send with your child to school between now and Monday, December 18th. We will deliver the goodies during the last week of school.
Thank you for helping St. Monica’s!
4K Teachers
Ms. Bev and Ms. Amanda
3K Teachers
Ms. Terrie and Ms.Mary
Caroling & Children's Liturgy
Caroling & Children's Liturgy
‘Tis the Season for Christmas Caroling!
Help us to share the joy of the season on Saturday, December 9. We will meet at 1:00 in the parking lot of St. Rita Church. We plan to carol in the St. Rita neighborhood. Then, we’ll go to the school gym for cocoa and cookies. You can turn your forms into the office or contact Jenny Weisensel (jennifer@weisensel.com) if you plan to join us or have questions. Be sure to dress for the weather as we will be outdoors for much of the time. Festive clothes are not necessary, but would add to the fun. The more the merrier!
Children's Liturgy of the Word
Children's Liturgy will be offered this Sunday (12/3) and Sunday (12/17) during the 10:30 Mass. Children are given the opportunity to hear the word of God in a child friendly manner. Step away from the hustle and bustle with your children and focus on "The Reason for the Season."
Breakfast with Baby Jesus
Breakfast with Baby Jesus
All Siena school families are invited to this parish event.
Breakfast with Baby Jesus on 12/9!
We’d like to invite all the Siena school children to share breakfast with the Christ Child, featuring a reading of the Nativity story by Father Juan, a live Nativity, music, crafts and, of course, breakfast.
This is a FREE event with an optional donation collection of children's clothing.
St. Rita Basketball Games: Volunteers Needed
St. Rita Basketball Games: Volunteers Needed
Please consider volunteering at the concessions during basketball games at St. Rita. All proceeds go to the athletic department to purchase new equipment, meet/tournament entry fees, uniforms, etc.
Basketball Volunteers Needed Sign up HERE
Weekly Pictures
Weekly Pictures
St. Catherine's Shadow Day Program Open!
St. Catherine's Shadow Day Program Open!
The admissions office invites all 8th graders to shadow this fall and early next year. The process is quick and easy! Just click here to schedule a date. Guests receive a special shadow day t-shirt, lunch and gift bag!
7th graders will be invited to shadow St. Catherine's in the spring of 2024.
Any questions about the Shadow Program, please email admissions@sienacatholicschools.org.
Attached are a few photos of shadows that happened already this year to add to your newsletter, if desired.
Siena Catholic Schools Hosts St. Catherine's Boys Varsity Basketball Pizza Party
Siena Catholic Schools Hosts St. Catherine's Boys Varsity Basketball Pizza Party
Event: Boys Varsity Basketball Pizza Party
Date: Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Time: Dinner at 6 p.m., Varsity game is at 7 p.m.
Location: St. Catherine's High School cafeteria & gymnasium - enter school using Door #2
Family Cost: None
Activity Supervisor: Cintia Sanchez - 262-753-1471; csanchez@sienacatholicschools.org
Catch some SCHS school spirit! Cheer on the Boys Varsity Basketball teams as they host Martin Luther! You don’t need to be on a South Shore Parochial League (SSPL) basketball team to attend. A free pizza dinner and free admission to the game will be provided. Each student will get a goody bag and be entered into raffles. Wear your SSPL team jersey and be entered into a special raffle. Boys and Girls Welcome! Open to all grades! For planning purposes, pre-registration is required. Please RSVP before Wednesday, December 6, 2023. All students need to be accompanied by an adult.
St. Rita Spirit Wear!
St. Rita Spirit Wear!
Check out the new basketball shirts/sweaters/hoodies
Check out the new basketball shirts/sweaters/hoodies
We Make T-shirts is an online store where spirit wear shirts and sweaters can be purchased. T-shirts and hooded sweaters can only be worn during out of uniform days. Fleece zip ups or track jackets can be worn as part of the daily uniform. Purchase your uniform jackets here.
Order now! New styles have been added!
Save the Date: Christmas Concert
Save the Date: Christmas Concert
Save the Date: Father Daughter Dance
Save the Date: Father Daughter Dance
John Paul II Academy will once against host the Father Daughter Dance. Reminder this is only for Kindergarten through 8th Grade! More details to come!
Before and After Care Registration
Before and After Care Registration
Please register here if you plan on using Before and After Care Program.
Please see attached brochure for more information on the program, billing questions and hours.
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Parking Lot Video
Video.MOVBuilding 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.
Upcoming Safe Environment Classes
Upcoming Safe Environment Classes
Safe Environment: How to sign up: Instructions.
Advent Teen Retreat
Advent Teen Retreat
Register today!
This is a night time retreat for teens to experience the gift of ADVENT with other like minded teens.
DATE: December 8, 2023
TIME: 6:30 MASS - 10PM
GRADES: 7th-10th
LOCATION: St. Sebastian's Church 3126 95th St, Sturtevant, WI 53177
COST: $5 per student (please contact us if you need help with cost
TRANSPORTATION METHOD: Parent/Guardian Responsible to drop off and pick up student
SNACKS: Provided (many snacks)
ACTIVITY SUPERVISOR: Directors of Religious Education from St. Lucy, St. Joseph, and St. Rita's Parish and Siena Catholic Schools Campus Minister. Contact person is Ms. Sarah Amason at samason@stlucychurch.org.
Knights of Columbus Poster Contest
Knights of Columbus Poster Contest
20231117_110742.pdfCommunity Resources
Community Resources
We Are Hiring!
We Are Hiring!
Family Resources
Family Resources
Facebook
Facebook
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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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