The Next Round of School Choice Applications Opened on May 1st!

Think of the Wisconsin Parental Choice Program as a new form of financial aid available to our current families. Our goal with this program is to be able to better assist our families already attending St. Alphonsus in affording Catholic school tuition! Applications for this program re-opened on May 1 and will close again on May 20. We encourage those families who are interested to apply early. You can find more information on schoolchoicewi.organd see the income eligibility chart below to learn if you qualify.You can apply online at this link.

It’s Our Final Week of Kids Heart Challenge!

We are having a blast learning how to keep our hearts and minds healthy and happy. I’m so proud of our students and families. Together, our efforts will help to save lives! 

Here’s how you can help:

1. Sign Up for Kids Heart Challenge by downloading the free “AHA Schools” app for Apple or Android or by clicking HERE.
2. Be a hero: Send 10 texts TODAY to help save lives.
3. Complete Finn’s Mission: Complete all 7 steps, learn Hands-Only CPR, and be entered to win two Super Bowl tickets!

Check out this year’s awesome BONUS incentives

• Raise $100 or more and be entered to win an adorable Warmie stuffed animal! 
• When 18 students complete Finn’s Mission, our school will be entered to win a $10,000 gym makeover!
• Any class that reaches 50% participation or 5 Finn’s Missions will earn a PE Choice Day! 
• Help your classroom teacher earn up to $50 in Target Gift Cards with 5 or more students complete Finn’s Mission and 50% of your class registers online! 

Donations are due on 5/8/26. THANK YOU for supporting the Kids Heart Challenge - your family is helping save lives and spread heart health!

Last Day for Raise Right's Bonus Earnings!

Hello Families!

This is a friendly reminder that today is the last day to take advantage of Raise Right’s bonus earnings!

If you’ve been thinking about purchasing gift cards, now is the perfect time. Many brands are offering special bonus percentages today and through May 8th for Mother’s Day, making it easy to earn more while shopping for meaningful gifts for the moms and special women in your life.

Whether you’re planning a meal (Maggiano's 15% rebate), buying flowers (1-800-Flowers 17% rebate), or picking out a thoughtful gift (Spa and Wellness Gift Card 25% rebate), you can support our school at the same time and earn tuition credit for your child—at no extra cost to you. Filter your purchases through Raise Right and watch your school tuition credit grow! 

Don’t miss out—place your orders today to maximize your earnings and help support our programs!

Thank you for your continued support.

SCRIP Enrollment Form

SCRIP Agreement

When enrolling, use SCRIP Enrollment Code BB5965L71943.

Find our more information about SCRIP here!

Learn more about the SCRIP program

Learn how to download the app and get started

Learn how to shop with the app

For questions, please contact our SCRIP coordinator, Michael Wusterbarth, via email here.

The Spring Music Concert Was a Big Success!

Congratulations to all the students who participated in the Spring Music Concert last week! It was an amazing show, with students performing in our band & orchestra, singing, playing ukuleles and recorders, and other musical instruments. Mrs. Gutche also played her flute with the 4th graders!

If you missed it, you can check out all the concert videos here.

Congrats to all involved and congrats to Mrs. Greco for a job well done too!

St. Al's Competes at Regional Battle of the Books Tournament

Last week our Battle of the Books teams "battled" it out at the Regional Tournament at St. Jude the Apostle in Wauwatosa! The St. Al's Book Club competed in the 4th grade category and the Cougar Kingdom competed in the 5th grade category (this was a combined team of 4th & 5th grade students). Congratulations to Eliza (4th), Claire (4th), Claire (4th), Lucille (4th), Claire (5th), and Phil (4th)!

We are so proud of all of our participants! The new book list for Battle of the Books next year will be out later in May.

School Supply Kits Now Available from 1st Day School Supplies!

Did you know that St. Alphonsus Home & School partners with 1st Day School Supplies to give parents an easy way to get everything your student needs for school?

We're not wishing summer away, but if you like to purchase pre-boxed school supply kits, it's time to order! Start the school year with the exact supplies your teacher requested, and have them shipped quickly and easily to your home just in time for school to start in the fall. This is an easy way to check off a big to-do list item and perfect for busy parents.

Please note that due to the sizing of the shipping kits, students going into 4K will need to purchase 1 additional roll of paper towels, 2 tissue boxes, and 1 set of Clorox wipes; students going into 3rd grade will need to purchase 1 additional roll of paper towels, and students going into 4th grade will need to purchase 1 additional box of tissues.

Click here to purchase!

2026-2027 Volleyball Sign Ups are Now Open!


As we wind down another school year, it’s time to get excited for 2026–2027 Athletics. St. Alphonsus volleyball is getting ready to serve it up!

Volleyball registration for next fall is NOW OPEN and runs through July 10.

Our volleyball program offers students more than just time on the court:


•  Build confidence and leadership
•  Stay active and improve athletic skills
•  Develop teamwork, discipline, and friendships
•  Represent your school and be part of a tradition
•  Compete, grow, and have fun in a positive team environment

Whether your student is new to the game or ready to take the next step, volleyball is a great way to stay connected, challenged, and active throughout the school year.

Don’t miss out — sign up today and be part of something special next fall! The link to sign up is here.

New Athletics Gear in the Athletics Store!

In addition to volleyball sign-ups being open, we have also added new volleyball gear to the Athletics Store!

Note that this is your last chance to order logos from last year, as most will be retired in June. So get those orders in now at this link. Gooooo Cougars!

Have Your Child Be an Altar Server at Sunday Masses!

Your children who are CURRENTLY in grades 3 & up are invited to learn how to become an altar server to assist at our Sunday Masses. Being an altar server is a tremendous opportunity for your child to take on the responsibility of helping to lead our worship. While serving in this role, he or she can learn more about the Mass and experience the Lord through the Eucharist in a new way.

This opportunity is open to students who will be in 4th grade and up for the 2026-2027 school year. Here is a permission slip to be filled out and returned via backpack mail by Friday, May 8. In addition, a paper copy was sent home with those grades last week.

If your child is already an altar server they do not need to sign up again. This training is for new altar servers only.

Middle School Camp is where faith meets adventure!

This unforgettable overnight retreat is designed just for middle schoolers, blending the energy of summer camp with powerful encounters with Christ. From high-energy team-building games and a camp-wide parish vs. parish showdown, to inspiring witness talks, dynamic praise & worship, and life-changing moments in Adoration and Mass—every part of the weekend is built to ignite faith, build friendships, and create memories that last long after the campfire fades. Get ready to compete, connect, and encounter something bigger than yourself!

Who: Middle School Students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade during the 2026-2027 academic year.

Dates: November 7-8, 2026 (Early Arrival on Friday possible)

Location: Phantom Ranch Bible Camp, Mukwonago

Cost: $150/person

Exact times and other information is forthcoming; Karen Farrell needs to request spots so please let her know if you are interested in more information (or if you know you want to go) by signing up here; Permission slips and payment will be due at a later time.

Click the image for a link to register!

Join Root River Youth Cycling Club!

Did you know you could join a mountain biking club team? Root River Youth Cycling Club is a USA Cycling Club open to all students K-12. For students interested in participating in WI NICA (National Interscholastic Cycling Association) we support the school districts of Greendale, Greenfield, Franklin, Whitnall, Oak Creek, St. Francis, Cudahy, or South Milwaukee.

Come to our informational meeting on Monday, May 11th at 6:30PM at the Hales Corners Public Library. There, you can learn more about the club, meet the coaches and current athletes, and have the option to "try-it-out" at a mini-practice. Bring along your bike or borrow one of ours for the try-it-out event associated with the meeting. Don't forget a helmet! Learn how to be a better biker, improve your fitness, make friends, and have fun! Learn more by visiting www.rrycc.org or contact info@RootRiverYouthCycling.org for more info.

Do you have items for the newsletter? To submit them or for questions and submission guidelines, please contact Amy Schermetzler.

Please note that submissions are due by 12:00pm Fridays.