A Message from Administration

Dear St. Albert the Great Families,

Since becoming a parent, you’ve probably heard “the days are long, but the years are short”. Parenting is one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences a person can have. It’s a journey filled with moments of joy and moments of frustration, but through it all, it’s an opportunity for growth and love.

The unconditional love of a parent to a child is one of the most powerful and pure forms of love there is, and the most important thing we can offer. It is a love that knows no bounds, no conditions, and no limits. It’s in the pride a parent feels during their child’s successes and the encouragement offered when they stumble.This unconditional love offers security, knowing that no matter what happens, the child will always have a safe space to land. It’s a love that teaches a child what it means to be accepted for who they are, and it gives them the strength to face the world, knowing that someone always has their back. We often have hopes and dreams for our children, which is natural, but it's important to separate these aspirations from a child's identity. Instead of imposing our own goals on a child,  we can focus on supporting our child’s unique strengths and  interests.

Parenting is a journey that challenges individuals to evolve, learn, and adapt in ways we may never have anticipated. Raising a child provides constant opportunities to grow in patience, selflessness and emotional intelligence. Parents learn how to navigate their own emotions, while also helping their child understand and manage theirs. Through interactions with their children, parents can learn to regulate their emotional responses and become better at communicating feelings effectively.

In an effort to provide opportunities for support and growth for our parents, we will be offering a parent program through Spalding University next month. Save the dates for the CORE Parenting Program that will consist of 2 sessions on April 8 and April 22 from 6:30-8:30 in the church. This program will provide research-backed strategies to help parents of children at any age stay calm when your kids aren’t. The content will be different at each session, so plan on attending both nights. More information will be provided in next week’s Viking Voice.

Julie Kane

School Counselor

SCHOOL NEWS 

Save the Date- Spring Showcase

Mark your calendar for the Annual Spring Showcase on Tuesday, April 15th from 6-7:30! Student artwork from the year will be displayed in the halls. Student work will be in the classrooms. The 6th Grade Drumming and Xylophone Exhibition with a Handbell preshow will be in the gym at 6:15 pm. The Please and Thank You Airstream will sell treats and drinks!

Bringing Lent to Life with CRS Rice Bowl

As we journey through Lent, we invite all of our Saint Albert families to participate in our school-wide service project, CRS Rice Bowl, led by our 7th-grade students. This initiative encourages prayer, fasting, and almsgiving while supporting those in need around the world. Each student has been given a  Rice Bowl to take home.  Please encourage your child to fill it with donations throughout Lent, and return it to school on Holy Thursday.   Together, we can make a meaningful impact and live out the spirit of Lent through generosity and service. Thank you for joining us in this important mission!

Hunger Relief in the United States 

Your donation to CRS Rice Bowl helps provide lifesaving support to more than 200 million people in more than 120 countries. But did you know your support also helps your local diocese?  

Twenty-five percent of every donation stays in your community to fight hunger and poverty, while 75% supports Catholic Relief Services programming around the world.

Our Lenten Prayer

Jesus, Bread of Life,
As we encounter you in the Eucharist this Lent,
nourish us with your love,
unite us in communion with our sisters and brothers,
showing us how we are connected.
Transform our hearts, that we may be moved to
share bread for life with our global family
and work for a world where all can thrive.

Summer Solutions Order Now!

Order Summer Solutions Books for your students to keep their skills sharp over the summer break. Order the level your child has just completed. Use promo code SHIPFREE for any book order or BESTDEAL for 15% off your order of 3 or more books. Promo code offers end July 15, 2025. Click here to order books. 

Spring STEM Club ~ Grades 1-4 

Link for families to register. 

NASA Astro Summer Camp 

Click here for more information.

**Talent Show**

The Talent Show for 4-8 graders will be held April 30, 2025! 

Tryouts will be Wednesday, April 16th. Please print and fill out the Permission slip form, and turn it into Mrs. Peake or Mrs. Melton (2B) by April 16th! We will have hard copies on hand if you don't have the ability to print. Come see one of us for a copy if you need it!  

PTO NEWS❤️

Click, HERE, to visit our PTO webpage.

2024-2025 PTO Executive Committee:

President - Jennifer Boyle, ptopresident@stalbert.org

Vice President - Sarah Stahl, ptovicepresident@stalbert.org

Secretary - Lauren Biagi, ptosecretary@stalbert.org

Treasurer - Emily Rives, ptotresurer@stalbert.org

Past President - Christine Newman, pto-past-president@stalbert.org

2024-2025 PTO Meeting Dates:

April 24th, 7:00pm-8:30pm, PLC

SAAM NEWS (Sports Ministry)🏆

Saint Albert Athletic Ministry website link

Field Hockey Registration is Open! Grades 3-8

Field hockey sign ups will be open February 28-March 21 on Gameday!   After March 21, you will not be able to sign up for field hockey. No exceptions! 

Field Hockey-Practices will start the week of April 7, games begin the week of May 12 and tournament will begin the week of June 16. If you are interested in coaching field hockey, please email Ashley Beard at ashleybeard625@gmail.com

Don't delay, sign up today!

Positions Available | We Need You!

• Girls 1-2 Volleyball Coordinator 

• Finance Committee-Sponsorship (1)

• JK-2 Basketball Coordinator (shadow current coordinators in 2025, take ownership 2026-27) 

• Concessions Ordering 

• Trivia Night Coordinators (Shadow current coordinators in 2025; ownership in 2026)

• Awards Coordinator (Shadow current coordinator in 2025; ownership 26-27) 

If you are interested or have questions, please contact Ashley Taylor Ashley.Taylor623@yahoo.com

Last Call | Basketball Uniform Collection | Drop off in the Gym During Fish Fry

Any remaining basketball uniforms 

Friday 3/21 5p-7p at the SAAM table 

All uniforms must be returned to avoid the $100 uniform replacement fee

Fish Fry | The Cod Squad Needs You!

**Setup help right after school is greatly needed** No need to sign up. Please come directly to the gym following afternoon carpool. 

If you would like to be more involved in this year’s fish fry or have any suggestions on how we can improve the experience, please join us. Contact John Nunn jnunnkmf@gmail.com for questions or more information. 

Fish Fry Dates:
March 21st and April 11th
March 28th – First Friday of Spring Break. We will have a limited menu and carry out will go through the gym.

Many hands make light work! Sign up here to work a shift at the fish fry

Cheerleading | 2025-2026 Registration

Cheer sign-ups will run 3/24-4/18 for next school year to allow ample time for uniform ordering. When registering, please select if your cheerleader will cheer for football season, basketball season, or both. Uniform fitting will occur early summer. 

Cheerleading questions? Contact Courtney Fust cjlamb03@gmail.com 

PARISH NEWS⛪

Please read the Parish Post to stay up to date with events and opportunities. 

Picnic Sponsor Needed!

The picnic committee is looking for a new 2025 Picnic sponsor for the Capital Prize and Raffle booth! The sponsor of this booth can include marketing materials and/or a coupon for their business on the back of each raffle and capital prize ticket sold or distributed and can also include signage during the picnic weekend to advertise your business. Please reach out to Brittany Ullrich 502-974-1641 if you’re interested and would like to discuss the sponsorship opportunity!

Praying for Pope Francis

PRAYER TO SAY AT HOME

Lord, we ask that you watch over Pope Francis and grant him the courage, strength and healing he needs. Grant wisdom, compassion, and empathy to those caring for him. Grant that we may have faith in your healing heart and unite us in prayer for all who are experiencing pain or illness. In Jesus’ name we pray.

St. Albert Book Club Guest Speaker

The St. Albert Book Club invites you to join them for Guest Author Deacon Greg Gitschier on Thursday, March 27th at 10:30am immediately following the school Mass.

The club will be reading his autobiographical book Sneakin' Deacon: From Secret Service to Sacred Service. Secret Service agent, private consultant, bodyguard for Jennifer Lawrence, now serving as a deacon at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Greg Gitschier has led an exciting life! Purchase his book at the parish office or after Mass this weekend. All proceeds from the sales of his book go to the Kids Cancer Alliance.

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