Thursday, January 30, 2025

Catholic Schools Week -

January 26th thru February 1st

Friday, January 31st -

No School

Sunday, February 9th -

Cousins Fundraiser 11- 2 pm

Monday, February 10th -

No School

Friday, February 14th -

Out of Uniform-Valentines Day Colors red/ white/ pink/ purple

Tuesday, February 18th -

February Birthdays Out of Uniform

Thursday, February 20th -

K4 - Gr. 4 South Milwaukee PAC Play Field Trip

Wednesday, February 26th -

Grades 6-8

Bradley Symphony Trip

Check out our online calendar here.

Family Prayer 

Feast of the Presentation of the Lord

Reading I : Malachi 3:1-4

There will come to the temple the Lord whom you seek.

• Malachi was faithful to his Jewish faith; yet, he was critical of the priesthood of his time.
• God visits the temple.
• God’s visit results in purification of both the sacrifices and the ministers.

Reading II : Hebrews 2:14-18

He had to become like his brothers and sisters in every way.

• Jesus shares in the flesh and blood of humanity.
• Jesus is the compassionate high priest.
• Because Jesus suffered he is able to help those who suffer.

Gospel : Luke 2:22-40

My eyes have seen your salvation.

• Jesus grew up in a devout Jewish family and society.
• Simeon predicts that Jesus will cause conflict and division within Israel.
• Simeon and Anna knew that Jesus was God’s promised Redeemer.

SJE Facebook Link

A Message from Mr. Oberdorf

New Teachers at SJE!

SJE has two new teachers. Please welcome Ms. Lisiecki and Ms.Wedeward. Ms. Lisiecki is our new 4th grade teacher. Ms.Wedeward will be the long term middle school literacy teacher for Mrs. Wisniewski when she leaves to have her baby at the end of February/ March. Please welcome them to our SJE community. 

Ms. Lisiecki

Hello! I’m Hannah Lisiecki, and I’m so excited to be starting my teaching journey at Saint John the Evangelist!

I recently graduated from the University of Wisconsin Parkside. In my classroom, I aim to blend creativity and structure, allowing students to think critically and express themselves. I’m committed to building strong relationships with each of my students, knowing that a positive connection is key to fostering success.



When I’m not teaching, I enjoy baking, frisbee golfing and reading, and I’m always open to learning new things—both as a teacher and a lifelong learner.

I’m thrilled to be a part of the Saint John the Evangelist community, and I can’t wait to see what this year holds for us!

Ms. Wedeward

My name is Ms. Wedeward. I am a recent graduate of Marquette University. I completed my student teaching in 2nd grade at St. Mary's in Hales Corner. I am very excited to join this wonderful community at St. John the Evangelist, as a long-term sub for Mrs. Wisniewski.



I really like to play pickleball, go skiing, and play with my orange cat Louie! I look forward to getting to know the teachers, students, parents and the community at St. John's.  

Cold Weather and Outside

All students are expected to go outside for recess. The office has received requests to keep students in for recess because the child is getting over a cold or has not been feeling well. Due to limited staff availability we will not be able to fulfill future requests. Unfortunately, if your child is not healthy enough to go outside for recess, he or she should be kept home for the day. 

Please make sure your child has warm clothing for recess, i.e. winter coat, snow pants, boots, hat, scarf, and gloves. We will always go out for recess unless the Real Feel Temperature is 0 Degrees or below. We do have a supply of winter wear for those occasions when a student may have forgotten or lost a hat or gloves, but the supply is limited.

Register for the 2025-26 School Year

Registration paperwork is in the Thursday folder. If you have any questions, please contact the school office. Thank you for choosing SJE for your family. 

MPCP and WPCP CHOICE Registration Opened

Choice enrollment in both the MPCP and WPCP will open February 3, 2025.

All Families must reapply to the program each year. Please log into the Parental Choice website and complete this process as soon as possible. If your family's financial situation has changed during 2024, or if, for any reason, you believe that your family would meet the income criteria, please consider applying for this program. 

The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) has posted a number of resources for Choice schools and parents for the upcoming 2025-26 student application process.

Resources For Parents: https://dpi.wi.gov/choice

• Link to Online Parent Application
• Application Process Presentation
• Overview of Private School Choice Programs in Wisconsin Handout (available in English and Spanish)
• Application Guidelines for Parents Handout (available in English and Spanish)
• Frequently Asked Questions for Parents (available in English and Spanish)
• Online Parent Application Print Screens
• School Lists and Contact Information
• Residency Documentation Guidance for Parents
• Alternative Residency Documentation Form
• 2025-26 Income Limits

Thursday Folder

Re-Registration Form 2025-26

Registration Form for returning families are included in this folder.

Please fill out the form and return to us by February 14th.

If there is a new sibling that will be enrolling for next year, please indicate that on the bottom of form.

Gr. 6-8 Bradley Symphony Field Trip

Wednesday, February 26th

Permission slip is due February 13th.

Valentines Day Candy Grams

Place your order for your favorite people.

Orders due February 6th.

Reminders

Milwaukee Pretzel Company Fundraiser

Please return the order forms with payments no later than February 2nd.

South Milwaukee PAC Field Trip

K4 - Gr. 4

Permission slips are due February 6th.

Are you interested in being a volunteer at SJE?

Register for Safe Environment

The Archdiocese of Milwaukee has a partnership with Catholic Mutual Group to provide Safe Environment Education. All participants must register online. If interested, please register on the archdiocesan website https://www.archmil.org/home.

View a listing of upcoming safe environment education sessions.

You must complete this class in order to volunteer in the school or accompany students on any field trips.

Scrip is available at all weekend Masses or during regular business hours at the parish office. You may also use the RaiseRight App (below).

Scrip Order Form

Download the RaiseRight app to reload cards, purchase e-cards, or purchase physical cards. Contact the Parish Office or School Office for the enrollment code.

St. John the Evangelist School

 "Go Out and Set Your Soul on Fire for God!"

414-321-8540

www.sje.k12.wi.us