In this message:

• Back to School Message from Bishop Battersby
• 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
• Join HandS! Parent-Led Association to Benefit MACS Families & Students
• MACS Speech/Forensics Team Meeting for 9th-12th Graders
• Order Homecoming Apparel
• Scrip Office Update

Community Events:

• Holy Ghost Festival—Few More Volunteers Needed
• Win a Family Night at the Movies!
• Catholicism on Tap: Because of Our Fathers
• Father Felix's Golf Outing

Dear MACS Families,

We invite you to watch Bishop Battersby’s message as he welcomes families, students, faculty, and staff back to school! His words of encouragement and blessing set the tone for a year filled with faith, learning, and community.

Now Hiring Mission-Driven Individuals

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

• 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

As we prepare for the new school year, 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 – September 23
• 8th Grade Retreat – September 18

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

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.

✨ Join HANDS – Our Home and School Association! ✨

HANDS is a volunteer parent-led group that brings St. Charles and Holy Ghost families together through fun events and community building. From the Harvest Hoedown to the Snowflake Dance, HANDS creates lasting memories for our students while supporting a strong connection between home and school. See flyer for list of all events.

📩 Want to get involved? Email macshomeschool@macs.k12.wi.us to learn more. Be part of the team that makes these events possible—your time and talents make a difference!

MACS Speech/Forensics Team Meeting for 9th-12th Graders

📣 Attention 9th–12th Grader Families!

If you’re curious about joining the MACS Speech/Forensics Team, don’t miss the upcoming presentation and meeting on October 1st at 3:30 PM in the McDonell Auditorium.

You’ll hear directly from veteran team members as they share their experiences and answer your questions. Come learn what it’s like to be part of this dynamic, award-winning team!

👉 Have questions? Contact Mrs. Jimenez, k.jimenez@macs.k12.wi.us

Order Homecoming Apparel

Order your Homecoming t-shirt or hoodie now! Follow the link to get yours before Homecoming Week begins on September 22. The store to order apparel will close September 8th!

🕒 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 beginning Sept. 12)

ℹ️ Times are subject to change. Please check the website for the most up-to-date hours.

Community Events

Holy Ghost Festival—Few More Volunteers Needed

The Holy Ghost Festival is coming up on Sunday, September 7, and we need YOUR help to make it a success! Families are invited to sign up and lend a hand with fun activities like golf, Spin the Car, the prize table, and more.

This is a great way to support our partnering parish, spend time together as a community, and be part of the excitement.

👉 Sign up today and join in the fun!

Win a Family Night at the Movies!

MACS is teaming up with WWIB and Micon Cinemas to celebrate the new school year with a special contest centered around the brand-new animated film Light of the World!

Families can enter exclusively at WWIB.com. Each Friday for two weeks, two winning families will be drawn to receive:

• 🎟️ 4 tickets to see Light of the World
• 🍕 A delicious pizza dinner
• 🍰 Dessert from Josef’s Cheesecake
• 🍿 A $50 Micon Cinemas gift card for all your favorite concessions!

This exciting new movie shares the world-changing story of Jesus through the eyes of one of His youngest friends—fun and meaningful for the whole family. Don’t miss your chance to win a Family Night at the Movies!

Catholicism on Tap: Because of Our Fathers

The next Catholicism on Tap is Sept. 8th at 6pm and explores the topic Because of our Fathers: the Crisis and Recovery of Authentic Masculinity. Why is "a good man hard to find?" With many today bemoaning men as either too passive or toxic, what is the timeless vision for an authentic Christian man? What examples do we have for strong husbands and fathers?

Father Felix's Golf Outing

Join in for a fun day on the course at Whispering Pines Golf Course in Cadott on Saturday, September 13! Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. with a 9:00 a.m. shot gun start. The $100 entry fee includes your meal, plus chances to win hole prizes, mulligans, and raffles. Pre-register by September 6. For sponsorship opportunities or to sign up, contact Russ Jensen at 715-703-1034 or rjensen@stjosephboyd.com

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