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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
03/15 No School - inservice day
3/22 Quarter 2 ends
3/25 Quarter 3 Begins
03/29-04/07 Spring Break
GREETINGS!
GREETINGS!
Dear St. Rita Families,
I hope this letter finds you well, filled with the blessings of this Lenten season. As we embark on this sacred journey, I am pleased to share some highlights and updates from our school community.
Lenten Prayer Service on Ash Wednesday:
Our Ash Wednesday prayer service was truly a moving opportunity for our students and staff to come together and begin the season of Lent with reflection, prayer, and a deepened sense of commitment to our faith. I am delighted to report that we were able to share this meaningful experience with the parish of St. Rita's in a prayer service at the church, fostering a sense of unity and community within our broader Catholic family.
American Heart Association Fundraiser:
As we approach the end of our American Heart Association fundraiser this Friday, I want to express my gratitude for your generous support. Your contributions support the research and initiatives that the American Heart Association undertakes to combat cardiovascular diseases. We will conclude our fundraiser with a “Heartfulness” walk on Friday morning, so please send your child with boots or old shoes that can get a little muddy.
Upcoming Field Trips:
Exciting opportunities for our students lie ahead with upcoming field trips. We have visits to SC Johnson and St. Catherine's High School for the 5th and 7th grades respectively. These experiences will not only enhance their learning but also expose them to real-world applications of their studies. Please make sure your child has returned his/her permission slips for these events!
Parent-Teacher Conferences:
I would like to extend my thanks to all parents and guardians who attended the recent parent-teacher conferences. Your engagement and collaboration with our dedicated faculty are integral to the success of our students. The partnership between home and school vital, and I appreciate your commitment to your child's education.
As we continue through the Lenten season and look forward to these upcoming events, I am filled with gratitude for the sense of community that defines St. Rita’s. Your ongoing support and active involvement contribute to the nurturing and holistic education we strive to provide for every student.
May this Lent be a time of spiritual growth and renewal for you and your family. Thank you for being valued members of our St. Rita community.
Blessings,
Beth Woodward
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.
2024-25 School Year Early Bird Inquiries for K3, K4, and K5 (Siena Catholic Schools)
Early Bird Inquiries for children entering K3, K4, or K5 for the 24-25 school year kicks off on February 1, 2024. To begin the process please fill out the short survey 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.
Racine Parental Choice Program Deadline Fast Approaching!
Racine Parental Choice Program Deadline Fast Approaching!
Racine Parental Choice Program Deadline Fast Approaching!
If you haven't completed your Choice program online application for the 2024-25 school year, time is running out! The February Choice Program online enrollment ends Tuesday, February 20, 2024. Please remember that February is the only month that will guarantee your child(ren)’s seat in their current school for the 2024-25 school year.
When searching for your current school, please select the "Siena Catholic Schools" option. If you have already completed the online form, remember you will need to turn in the verification documents before the February 20th deadline. To submit verification documents, you may email strita@sienacatholicschools.org, drop off at the school office or at the Siena Financial Aid Office located at 1220 Villa St.
https://sms.dpi.wi.gov/ChoiceParent/
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.
Verification documents can be dropped off today during conferences 3:15PM-7:15PM or tomorrow from 8:30AM-11:30AM.
Tuition Contracts
Tuition Contracts
Thank you for being part of our St. Rita School family! Re-enrollment for the fall school year is now taking place through March 5, 2024. With the financial aid process beginning February 1st, any aid awarded after the signing of the contract will be updated to reflect the new tuition rate. The first payment of the fall school year is July 28, 2024.
By using this link, you will have access to the 2024-25 school year tuition contract. By signing the contract you will be all set for the fall school year. If you have issues logging into Enrollment Management please let me know and I will troubleshoot the issue with you.
For families that would like more information about the Racine Parental Choice Program requirements, please click here. If you sign the tuition contract and then find that your family is eligible for the Racine Choice Program, your contract will be voided. Please note that as a current parochial school family, only students entering K4, K5 or 1st grade this fall are eligible for this support.
If you have questions about either the tuition contract or the Racine Choice Program, please let me know. The admissions & financial team is here to help!
Again, thank you for supporting Catholic education and Siena Catholic Schools!
Weekly Pictures
Weekly Pictures
Students in Heartfulness class practice leading a peace circle.
Students in Heartfulness class practice leading a peace circle.
Art with Ms. LaCanne
Art with Ms. LaCanne
Abstracts and sketchbook work today. The persistence and creativity being displayed while working on the abstract project is impressive!
4k Cookie Making
4k Cookie Making
Music
Music
This month in February every grade has been celebrating Black history month. We have been learning about Black musical artists, by hearing about their lives and listening and moving to their songs.
We have also been preparing and learning about Lent by singing, “Glory and Praise,” and have had discussions about why we do not sing the Alleluia during that time period.
In K5 and 1st grade, students are learning about high, low, and repeated pitches with the songs “I’m a Superhero,” along with others.
2nd grade students have been working hard reading rhythms, and will begin reading pitches soon. We have begun this process by playing “The Legend of Tim Po” on xylophones, and various percussion instruments.
3rd and 4th grade students have just completed their brass instrument unit. They had the opportunity to see and hear a trumpet and a trombone in person, and explored many other instruments. We are now moving on to woodwind instruments, and I get to bring my clarinet for the students to hear!
5th grade students have been learning about sixteenth notes, and will continue to work on counting and play them. In addition to this, we are beginning to work on harmonizing.
6th, 7th, and 8th graders have been traveling through the decades of popular music, and will continue until we reach the 2010’s. We have been discussing why people from certain time periods liked the music that was popular and have talked about the meaning of some songs.
In addition to this, the seventh graders have been excelling at guitar, the 8th graders have been playing and composing their own rhythms on bucket drums, and the sixth graders have recently begun a keyboard unit.
Ash Wednesday and Thursday Mass
Ash Wednesday and Thursday Mass
7th grade met their K4 buddies for the first time for Ash Wednesday
Kids Heart Challenge
Kids Heart Challenge
Hello Families,
Our students are having fun learning how and why we take care of our hearts and what we can do to help others with special hearts like the Siqueiros family! Click HERE to hear their story!
If your student has not registered to take the heart healthy challenge, we encourage you to get started by clicking this link:
http://www2.heart.org/goto/StRitaRacine
Once you register, you can begin the adventure of completing Finn’s Mission. Did you know that every minute CPR is delayed a victim’s chance of survival decreases by 10%? Immediate CPR can double or even triple the chance of survival during sudden cardiac arrest. When you complete Finn’s Mission, you will learn:
The warning signs of a stroke
Hands-Only CPR
Don’t forget about our classroom challenge! If 75% of my students take the challenge and at least three students complete Finn’s Mission, we will be earning two Amazon gift cards for our classroom!
Seroogy's Chocolate Fundraising
Seroogy's Chocolate Fundraising
The attached forms were included in your Packet.
There are two different order forms. The larger, main order form is what you can use to sell your candy bars.
The other is a smaller form in which you will tally your orders and turn this into the school.
Please double check your count before submitting as we only order what you ask for.
The chocolate bars sell for $2.00 each and we earn a 50% profit on all chocolates sold. Please only order what you have sold or what you intend to sell. We cannot exchange or return any items not sold. We have also included a description list of each chocolate bar, and a list of ingredients for allergy information.
Orders and payment will be due to the school office NO LATER than Wednesday, February 21, 2023. Candy bars will come in mid-late March.
The top selling classroom will win a pizza party! The student(s) in the top selling family will win lunch from Culver’s with Ms. Woodward and three friends!
If you have any questions, please contact Courtney Ulinski @ courtney616@hotmail.com or 262-308-2293.
Thank you for supporting our school!
Bar Order Form-2023.pdfSeroogy's Family Letter 2023.pdf
Rory Stickers
Rory Stickers
The Royal Parent School Association celebrates our students and we encourage you to show off your school pride by displaying your Rory sticker on your water bottle, lunchbox, or wherever your favorite place to put stickers is. Additional stickers will be available for a suggested donation of $1 each in the office.
Stickers are still available at the school office.
Summer School Registration is now Open!
Summer School Registration is now Open!
Summer School Dates & Times
Dates: Thursday, June 27, 2024 – Thursday, July 25, 2024
**No school July 4th or 5th**
Times: 7:30 am – 2:00 pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
7:30 am – 1:00 pm Wednesdays
(Breakfast and Lunch included all days)
SS 2024 SIENA (1).pdfSS 2024 Spanish SIENA (1).pdfQuarter Sale 2024
Quarter Sale 2024
Help is needed for the Quarter Sale!
If you wish to volunteer , please sign up using the link.
Reminder: Volunteers will need to be safeguarded prior to signing up.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E48A9A82EA5F9CE9-47994702-quarter#/
Any question please email Mrs. Schotz at fschotz@sienacatholicschools.org
St. Rita Parish Lenten Fish Fry
St. Rita Parish Lenten Fish Fry
Fridays 5 - 7 in the school gym beginning Feb. 16th
Volunteers are needed for dining room help arrive at 4:30 and tear down at the end of the night at 7:15pm
If you wish to volunteer, please call Laurie Jensen 262 639-7602
Lent 2024 Family Parish Events
Lent 2024 Family Parish Events
Don't Forget to Buy Your Yearbook Today!
Don't Forget to Buy Your Yearbook Today!
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!
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.
Siena BASC brochure 22-23.pdfMASTER-CALENDAR-SIENA-EXTERNAL-23-24.pdfParking Lot Video
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.
We Are Hiring!
We Are Hiring!
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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