FACS Weekly Newsletter - April 23, 2025

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April 23, 2025

Dear Father Allouez Catholic School Families,

He is risen! The Lord has triumphed over death and the promise of eternal life has been fulfilled giving us all a hope of one day being with him in paradise. I hope that all of you were able to spend some time together with family and friends this past weekend celebrating the glory of the Resurrection.

On Monday, Pope Francis passed away. As we await the announcement of the next Pope, Father Allouez Catholic School joins with the entirety of the Catholic community in this time of mourning. Eternal rest grant unto your servant, O Lord, and may perpetual light shine upon him.

Lastly, we open up our Spring window for STAR testing next week Monday. This is a very important point of data for us to see the overall growth of students from this school year. It is important that students are well rested and have a good breakfast to make sure they are given the best possible chance at demonstrating all of the knowledge and skills they have learned over the course of the year.

NFL Draft Safety Plan

As mentioned last week, the NFL Draft is taking place this week. In order to ensure that a safe environment is in place at both campuses, there are going to be some modifications to drop-off/pick-up, recess coverage, and mass. If you are free to help with recess coverage on Thursday or Friday please let the office know.

Please note that all after school activities, including after care at the SMS campus, will not happen 4/23/25-4/25/25.

Upcoming Important Dates

4/23/25-4/25/25 – NFL Draft (School is in session!)

4/28/25 – Spring STAR window opens

Peace,

Mr. Francis Dempsey

Principal

St Matt's Campus

AM ARRIVAL

Car Drop-off: Both the school and church parking lot have access to parents only

for drop-off from 7:30AM-8:10AM. Staff will be visible outside to ensure that students are dropped off safely and escorted into the building.

Students will remain inside the atrium until being dismissed to their classrooms.

Bus Drop-off: Admin Assistant Mary/Jane will assist staff members working door duty and to help direct students inside.

PM DISMISSAL

All Teachers will be present outside for pick-up at the end of the day in order to ensure that students are going home with the appropriate adult.

● Please note: After Care services will NOT be offered on Wednesday,

Thursday, or Friday of the NFL Draft.

Dismissal for Bussers: Students will be escorted directly to the bus by two teachers. The bus will continue to run over to RES during the Draft week.

Dismissal for Car Riders: The parking lot will open from 2:55-3:15 for cars to enter.

Mass will be held on Thursday.

Parents will still be allowed to come to the mass as we do not believe in denying access to the Eucharist. A special slip will be sent home to families prior to mass indicating whether or not they will be in attendance.

● This slip, with the names of the people attending, will be turned in early

and also a copy returned to the family to be presented to staff on the day of mass for confirmation of visitors.

The playground area will be limited, and extra supervision will be present. Larger

vehicles may be parked behind the parish center.

Parking Lot: For safety reasons, we would like to block the entrance and exit of parking lots on or around the school grounds from 8:00 to 2:55 pm from local

traffic. The reason for this effort is to avoid a park-and-ride scenario and enhance our sense of security/safety during these three days.

RECESS:

More recess supervisors will be assigned based on attendance. We may consider moving the recess area off the blacktop. (May consider indoor recess pending how events go on Monday/Tuesday).

Resurrection Campus

AM ARRIVAL

Car Drop-off: Both the school and church parking lot have access to parents only

for drop-off from 7:30AM-8:10AM. Staff will be visible outside to ensure that students are dropped off safely and escorted into the building.

Students will remain inside the cafeteria until being dismissed to their homerooms.

Bus Drop-Off: Admin Assistant Stacy will assist staff members working door duty and to help direct students inside.

PM DISMISSAL

RES Students will be dismissed as usual from school. Staff will be present in

order to escort students to the bus that arrives from SMS. Parents will stay

behind the half-circle drop-off/pick-up area and students will walk in the

designated area to safely be picked up.

● Please Note: Sports practices will NOT be permitted on Wednesday,

Thursday, or Friday of the NFL Draft at either campus.

Dismissal for Bussers: Two teachers will be outside to escort the middle school

students over to the bus and stay with the students until the bus pulls away.

Dismissal for Car Riders: The parking lot will open from 2:55-3:15 for cars to enter.

The playground area will be limited, and extra supervision will be present. Parents and visitors to RES may only park in the stretch of spaces away from the building.

Parking Lot: For safety reasons, we would like to block one of the entrance and exit of parking lot on or around the school grounds from 8:00 to 2:55 pm from local traffic. The reason for this effort is to avoid a park-and-ride scenario and enhance our sense of security/safety during these three days.

RECESS:

More recess supervisors will be assigned based on attendance. We may consider moving the recess area off the blacktop.

April Lunch Menu (RES Campus) Click here.

April Lunch Menu (SMS Campus) Click here.

Make Lunch Payments Online

You are now able to make lunch payments online through PowerSchool!

Directions on how to do this are located below

English Click Here.

Spanish Click Here.

If you have any questions, please contact Wendy Gierczak, Food Service Administrative Assistant.

Resurrection Students are eligible to take hot lunch for $3.85/day and an extra entrée for $2.65/day! If the entrée is not to their liking, they can always sub a turkey and cheese sandwich for it.

Any Middle School Student that is feeling extra hungry can always purchase an extra entrée in addition to their lunch, just let your Teacher know in the morning to mark it on the lunch sheet.

Lunch Signup at St Matt's Campus!

Click here to be a Lunchroom Helper!

Lunch RECESS Signup at Resurrection Campus!

Click here to be a Recess Helper.

Upcoming Dates

04/18/25 No School - Good Friday

04/21/25 No School - Easter Monday

05/09/25 Early Dismissal

05/26/25 No School - Memorial Day

After-school care is not offered on early dismissal days.

Attention Resurrection Campus Lost & Found!

Please claim all lost & found items by

May 1, 2025.

All remaining items will be donated or disposed of on May 2, 2025.

St. Matt's Running Club

The St. Matt's Kids Running program will be starting on Thursday, May 1st! This program emphasises fun and fitness and prepares students to run the Bellin 5K Race which will be held on Saturday June 14th.

This is a free program and all St. Matt's students K-4 are welcome, but students younger than 2nd grade need a parent/adult volunteer to run with them for safety purposes. We will be practicing twice a week after school at St. Matt's (we will run outside) starting on Thursday, May 1st. Practice dates are as follows: May 1, 7, 8, 12, 14, 19, 22, 28 and 29 and June 2 and 4. These practices will take 30-60 minutes depending on the length of the run. Pickup times will be noted on the practice schedule that will be given out to those who sign up. We are greatly in need of adult helpers! You don't need to run to help! Help needed includes directing/cheering on students on the route and making sure they are safe, handing out water, and helping with snacks. To sign your child up or if you have questions, please contact Carrie Miller at 920-309-2444 or carrielmiller99@gmail.com.

Tackle Football - Open to 6th-8th grade Boys & Girls

Coached and supported by many volunteers from several GRACE Schools, not just Notre Dame of De Pere
Conditioning & practice start in August (I believe 8/18/25)
Games are held on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 1st week of September through mid-October, generally at 4:15/5:00 pm
They try to host home games at Notre Dame Academy
7th/8th graders play in Brown County League, 6th grade students play developmental-focused games on the same day at 7th/8th grade games
Contact: Annette Krutz, ndraiderathletics@gmail.com

LINK HERE

Enrollment is Open!

Looking to make the most of your summer? Dive into fun, learning, and new friendships with our GRACE: Gold! Spaces are limited—enroll now and make this summer unforgettable!

Click here to learn more about course options and class schedules or to register!

GRACE News - Spring Edition

We are excited to share our Spring edition of the GRACE newsletter with you!

In this issue, you'll find updates on GRACE's new Executive Director of Advancement, our new principals, Catholic Schools Week 2025, and more!

Click here.

Tuition and Fees Policy Reminder

Gratitude is extended to GRACE families who are current with their tuition, fees and lunch accounts.

In case of accounts that are not up to date,

re-enrollment (or admission/enrollment of siblings new to GRACE) for 2025-26 will not be permitted
8th and 12th grade students will not be eligible to participate in class trips, parties and graduation events. The only exception is the eighth grade retreat as long as the retreat fee (if required) is paid.

Please contact finance staff at the GRACE Riverside Office if you have any questions or to make a payment to update your account: 920-499-7330 option 3.

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Tuition Tax Credit Information

Tuition tax credit information is available to GRACE families online via GRACE’s enrollment management system, TADS.

The TADS Household Paid Tuition Tax Report will provide a breakdown of payments made for the specified household’s tuition account during the tax year.
When gathering information for tax preparation, GRACE families are to access their online TADS account | select Billing | Billing Account Number | Reports | Household Paid Tuition Tax Report | enter the tax year (i.e. 2024) and submit. A quick link also appears at the Billing Accounts – Tuition & Fees screen to access the Household Paid Tuition Tax Report.

If you have questions or require assistance, please call TADS Family Support at 800-477-8237 or GRACE at 920-499-7330, option 2.

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Academic Calendar 2025-26

We are pleased to share the Board-approved GRACE academic calendar for the 2025-26 school year which is available at gracesystem.org | About GRACE | Calendar (direct link to the one-page summary).

Please note that Christmas break will be extended to two full weeks due to the timing of Christmas and New Year’s Day. To ensure the school year does not extend further, schools are open and classes will be held on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and on Easter Monday.

Looking ahead, we anticipate returning to our traditional schedule with these days off in the following school year, along with a shorter Christmas break.

Thank you for your understanding and support as we adjust to this unique calendar.

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GRACE Academic Calendar 2024-2025

Save The Date...

for our school's annual fundraiser! A fabulous evening where 'Wisconsin nice' meets 'Southern charm' and spirited generosity on Saturday, November 15th from 6:00–10:00PM at the Resurrection campus gymnasium.

Brims & Bowties – A Night at the Derby is off to the races! Dust off your derby best—think bold bowties, fancy fascinators, and, of course, those show-stopping brims—as we gather for a night of fun, community, and giving.

This event isn’t just our school’s biggest fundraiser—it’s also one of the best ways to connect with fellow FACS families! Whether you’re brand new or a long-time member of the community, we’d love for you to join in and get involved. Many hands make light work, and your help—big or small—makes the FACS community even stronger.

Interested in lending a hand? Reach out to our event co-chairs, Kara Leiterman and Jennelle Anderson, at FACSFundraiser@gmail.com. Whether it’s stuffing envelopes or helping secure donations, every bit of support makes a difference. Stay tuned—more details on how you can pitch in are coming soon!

With big hats and even bigger hearts, let’s make a lasting impact for Father Allouez Catholic School!

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Full 2025 Meet Schedule

Track & Field Results

Summer Enrichment and Athletic Camp Click here to register.

Busing Information document Click here.

NDA Tennis Camp Register today!

Green Bay Youth Lacrosse Register today!

NDA Boy's Soccer Off Season Register today!

NDA Varsity Dance Tryouts Click here.

Join Future Tritons Dance Click here.

St. Norbert Boys Basketball Camps will be June 9-11 and Aug. 4-6.

Both camps are from 9-NOON for grades entering 2-7.

Below is the link to the online registration. ALL our registration has moved to ONLINE.

https://www.stnorbertmensbasketball.com/summer-camps.cfm

We hope that you join us in the fun event. The project takes about 30 minutes to complete and cost $20 per project. Light refreshments will be provided.

Click here to register/pay for your project(s).

Click here to see details on why School Reviews Matter.

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