GREETINGS!

Dear St. Rita Families,

I hope this newsletter finds you well and that the new year has started positively for you and your families. As we finish our first semester, I wanted to bring your attention to some important updates and upcoming events.

1. STAR Testing Next Week:

   We are gearing up for the STAR assessments, which will start next week. These tests provide valuable insights into your child's academic progress and help us tailor our instructional approach to meet their needs. Please ensure your child is well-rested and prepared for these assessments, and feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

2. No School on Monday, January 15th - Martin Luther King Jr. Day / Mission Day 

   In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day and our Mission Day, there will be no school on Monday, January 15th. All Siena staff members will be volunteering across Racine on Monday morning to give service to the community. This day serves as an opportunity for reflection on the values of equality, justice, and community service that Dr. King championed. We encourage families to take this time to engage in conversations about the importance of these principles with their children.

3. Open House on January 30th, 5-7 pm:

   We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Open House on January 30th from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. This is a fantastic opportunity for new families to explore classrooms and gain a deeper understanding of the curriculum and activities planned for the school year. We appreciate the help of the Royal Ambassadors in providing tours for families during this time.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in your child's education. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Together, we can ensure a successful and enriching academic experience for all our students.

Warm regards,

Beth Woodward

bwoodward@sienacatholicschools.org

Principal, St. Rita School

Here are a couple of repeat items from previous weeks:

ST RITA SCHOOL FACEBOOK PAGE

• St Rita Racine Parents | Facebook

• St. Rita Catholic School Racine | Facebook

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.  

•  https://www.archmil.org/offices/safeguarding.htm 

Racine Parental Choice Program Enrollment - SAVE THE DATE!

The Racine Parental Choice Program re-enrollment for the 2024-25 school year begins Thursday, February 1, 2024. All families are encouraged to complete the online application process before the February 20th deadline. 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.

Questions? Contact your school office or the Siena Financial Aid office at (262) 812-0155. Para preguntas o ayuda traduciendo a español, por favor contacte a Cintia Sanchez al (262) 753-1471.

Racine Parental Choice Program Renewal Process for Next School Year

Dear Parents,

You may have received a text or phone call recently from the Racine Unified School District with information about the Choice Program and next school year.  This message from RUSD is for the public school choice program, not the program that you have enrolled in for this school year, The Racine Parental Choice Program.

The Racine Parental Choice Program renewal process for St. Rita School. begins February 1st and ends February 20th, 2024. St. Rita's will share the link for renewing Choice funding and the simple and easy process of submitting your new proof of residency for the 2024-25 school year beginning in January, 2024.

If you will be adding a new family member to the Racine Parental Choice Program for the 2024-25 school year, you will also need to submit income verification for the new family member only.

There is nothing for you to do at this time. You will begin to get reminders in January, 2024 along with the renewal link. Any questions please let us know

Para preguntas o ayuda traduciendo a español, por favor contacte a Cintia Sanchez al (262) 753-1471.

Merry Christmas!

Kory Borek & Cintia Sanchez

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