A Message from Administration

Last Monday, St. Albert had their IQA visit:  Internal Quality Assurance visit.  This is a type of accreditation visit scheduled by the Archdiocese.  We hosted a team of four:  our Assistant Superintendent, and three administrators from Archdiocesan schools.  The team arrived at 6:45, and met with teachers, our leadership team, our administrative team, both of our priests, and parents from School Board and PTO.  The team visited classrooms throughout the day and talked with our students.  They reviewed our test scores, walk-through observations, our School Improvement Plan, and other reports that were prepared for them. At the end of the day, they presented some of their findings and will send a formal report in six weeks.

Some of the highlights at the end of the day report were:

• Catholic Identity:  The team was very impressed with the fact that we are very obviously a Catholic School:  prayer tables, crucifix, prayers, and the way we talk to our students. (“While we walk through the prayer garden, say a little prayer of Thanksgiving for the spring weather we are having and the spring flowers that will be here soon.” 

  • Next steps:  A more in depth look at giving our students more meaningful stewardship projects.  More of a focus on social justice.

• Governance and Leadership:  They loved that our culture seems very positive.  They were impressed with our ability to problem solve together.

  • Next steps:  More academic focus on PLCs

• Academic Excellence:  Our goals are clear, and they loved our MAP team and Blue Ribbon scores!

  • Next steps:  Identify gaps and form instruction according to those gaps.

• Operational Vitality:  The team was impressed and excited for us that we are having the safety barrier film installed.

  • Next steps:  Utilize Assistants, safety trainings

We have a lot to be proud of, and a lot to look forward to.   

Go Vikings!

Ellen Martin

School Principal

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!

Core Parenting Classes

Join the CORE Parenting Program- free classes! Whether you are new to parenting or navigating the challenges of raising teenagers, our program can help! Ours is a different kind of parenting program that focuses on helping you manage yourself while you parent. You will learn research-backed strategies to help you stay calm when your kids aren't. Link to flyer. Classes meet in the church on April 8th and 22nd from 6:30-8 pm. Sign up here. 

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

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

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:
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 

Spirit Wear

Order summer sport spirit wear.  Golf, field hockey, and Viking apparel for spirit wear days!  Shop closes 3/31, so order today! Click here.

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!

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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