In this message:

• Homecoming Dress-Up Day Schedule
• Calendar of Events & Principal Newsletters
• Hiring Mission-Driven Individuals
• Save the Date for Spirit of the Macks!—Become a Volunteer
• Faith Formation Opportunity for Middle & High School Students
• Junior Achievement (JA) in a Day Coming to McDonell!
• MACS Mustard Seed Closet Now Open
• MACS Local Wellness Policy
• Football Mania – Week Two Winners Announced
• Scrip Office Update

Community Events:

• Attend Oktoberfest for Free! Volunteer at the Holy Ghost Food Booth
• Catholicism on Tap: Special Guest Speaker Bishop Battersby

Dear MACS Families,

Homecoming Week is next week! Get ready to show your school spirit September 22–26 with fun dress-up days happening system-wide. The week wraps up on Friday, September 26, with the Homecoming football game at 7 p.m. at Dorais Field—come cheer on the McDonell Macks!

Now Hiring Mission-Driven Individuals

We're seeking mission-driven individuals for the following positions to join our dedicated team!

• Director of Strategic Communications
• Substitute Teachers
• Part-Time Maintenance Worker
• High School Students for Aftercare at St. Charles

👉 Visit our website to learn more and submit your application.

Save the Date for Spirit of the Macks!—Become a Volunteer

We’re thrilled to invite you to our annual athletics fundraiser, The Spirit of the Macks, happening on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at McDonell High School!

This high-energy event is a celebration of everything that makes McDonell athletics special—and it directly supports our student athletes by funding uniforms, equipment, transportation, and other essential program needs.

 What to Expect:

• Live & Silent Auctions 
• Women’s & Men’s Tables 
• Games, Dinner & Drinks 
• Tons of Fun and Community Spirit!

We’re also looking for enthusiastic volunteers (ages 18+) to help make this night unforgettable. If you’re interested in lending a hand, please sign up here: Volunteer Sign-up

Stay in the loop by following the Spirit of the Macks Facebook page for updates, sneak peeks at auction items, and donation opportunities.

Thank you for your continued support of McDonell athletics—we can’t wait to see you there!

Go Macks!  

—The Spirit of the Macks Committee

Faith Formation Opportunity for Middle & High School Students

Campus Ministry is excited to share an additional faith formation opportunity for your middle and high school students through our local Catholic parishes. St. Charles Parish will again host Wednesday night youth groups—EDGE for middle schoolers and LifeTeen for high schoolers—focused on small-group discussions, mentorship, and fellowship.

MACS families can register for free using the special link provided in the letter below from Michael Van Hemert, Director of Youth Ministries. Please disregard other parish registration links, as they do not waive the fee.

NEW! This year we are introducing Living Rosary, a new small group program for middle school students. Groups of 4–6 students will be led by a trained volunteer mentor who will walk with them in faith. Together they’ll talk about the faith, ask hard questions, pray, and grow in friendship. These groups are optional and meet outside of class times.

If your middle school student is interested—or if you are a community member who would like to be a mentor—please contact Ms. Lily Rozeski at l.rozeski@macs.k12.wi.us.

🙌 Middle School Retreat Chaperones Needed

• 6th Grade Retreat – Faith retreat on September 23 at Holy Family Parish in Stanley, WI. Permission slips must be returned to Ms. Rozeski by September 22. If you are interested in being a chaperone, please contact Ms. Rozeski at l.rozeski@macs.k12.wi.us

NEW! We are also excited to launch Serva Fidem, a new small group program for high school students. Like Living Rosary, these groups of 4–6 will meet with a trained mentor outside of school hours to talk about faith, ask meaningful questions, pray, and build friendships.

If your high school student is interested—or if you’d like to serve as a mentor—please contact Ms. Lily Rozeski at l.rozeski@macs.k12.wi.us.

🙌 High School Retreat Chaperones Needed

• Freshman Retreat – October 16
• Senior Retreat – October 10

Please reach out to Ms. Rozeski if you’re able to chaperone.

Junior Achievement (JA) in a Day Coming to McDonell!

We’re excited to kick off another school year — and that means McDonell’s JA In A Day Career Day is coming up on Thursday, October 16 from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.!

We’re inviting parents and community members to volunteer and inspire our students by sharing their career paths and experiences. There are a few great ways to get involved:

• Classroom Volunteer – Lead a Junior Achievement lesson for a group of about 20 students. No teaching experience needed! JA staff provide full training and materials.
• Career Fair Booth Host – Set up a booth in the gym to showcase your job or company. Students will rotate through and explore careers from all 16 career clusters.
• Entrepreneur Panelist – If you own a business, join our panel to share your story and encourage the next generation of entrepreneurs.

This is a wonderful way to connect with students and help them explore their future possibilities. Feel free to invite coworkers, friends, or family members to join as well!

🌱 The MACS Mustard Seed Closet Now Open

The MACS Mustard Seed Closet is a Facebook group where MACS families, staff, and faculty can freely exchange gently used school clothing, supplies, sports equipment, and other school-related items.

All members must be part of the MACS community (families, staff, or faculty). 👉 To join, please email group admin Michelle Dorn at m.dorn@macs.k12.wi.us to request an invitation.

Reminder: All members should read the market rules and regulations before making any posts.

MACS Local Wellness Policy

A Local Wellness Policy (LWP) guides schools in creating an environment that supports students’ health, well-being, and learning. The McDonell Area Catholic Schools Education Commission recognizes the strong link between nutrition, physical activity, environmental education, and academic success—and the vital role a healthy diet plays in helping students achieve their best.

MACS families are encouraged to read through this policy linked below, or reviewed on our website at anytime. MACS families are also welcome to provide feedback through the Wellness Committee by contacting Aaron Kasper at a.kasper@macs.k12.wi.us. We are always seeking passionate individuals to join this committee, which plays a vital role in reviewing and carrying out the Local Wellness Policy for our schools.

Football Mania – Week Two Winners Announced

• Rod Ellwanger $200
• Darrell Doughty $25
• Rolanda Rada $25
• Melissa Christopherson $25
• Ryan Schesel $25
• Dan Boos $25

🕒 Scrip Office Hours

• Monday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 2:45 – 4:00 PM
• Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM & 12:30 – 3:30 PM
• Thursday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Friday: 9:30 – 11:30 AM & 2:00 – 4:00 PM

ℹ️ Times are subject to change. Please check the website for the most up-to-date hours. There will be no afternoon scrip sales on October 3rd or 31st.

Community Events

Attend Oktoberfest for Free! Volunteer at the Holy Ghost Food Booth

Oktoberfest is almost here, and Holy Ghost is still looking for a few more volunteers to help at the food stand on September 19 and 20. Spots are going fast—don’t miss this chance to enjoy the festival for free on the day you volunteer! Plus, all volunteers receive a complimentary meal as a thank-you for their time and support.

Catholicism on Tap: Special Guest Speaker Bishop Battersby

Bishop Battersby will present at the next Catholicism on Tap on October 6, speaking about YOU: "Holy Vocations: How God is Calling You to Change the World.

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